To help districts and charters finalize their May 15th Expenditure Budget revisions, School Finance has put together updated preliminary annual FRPL, DAA, CAA, and Prop 123 one time funding apportionment amounts.

The data that was used for the FRPL, DAA, and CAA supplemental payment values come from the preliminary data for the FY26 May state aid payments using the AzEDS data capture date of April 15th, 2026. The data that was used for the Prop 123 supplemental payment values come from the preliminary data for the FY26 April Classroom Site Fund payment.
 
Please note that these values are not the final values that will be used for the second payment of these apportionments. Data based on the FY26 June state aid payments that use the 5/15/2026 data capture date will be used to finalize payment 2 for the FRPL, DAA, and CAA supplemental fundings. Data based on the FY26 June Classroom Site Fund payment will be used to finalize payment 2 for the Prop 123 supplemental funding. As a result, the finalized data is subject to change compared to the values provided in the spreadsheet.

Please see this spreadsheet for the updated preliminary values: FRPL, DAA, CAA, and Prop 123 One Time Funding Update 

We’re excited to invite you to an exclusive event designed for Arizona’s special education leaders: the 2026 IDEA Leadership Preconference. This is your opportunity to collaborate, learn, and lead alongside peers who are shaping the future of special education across the state. 

Date:  Monday, August 17, 2026
Location: Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort 7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:15 PM 
Price: Preconference-only registration is $150. A bundled registration option of $500 is available for attendees who wish to participate in both the preconference and the full IDEA Conference. Anyone interested in participating in the preconference—either as a single day experience or in addition to the full conference—should apply using the preconference application only.

What to Expect: 

• Engaging, interactive learning sessions featuring panels, tabletop discussions, and data-informed conversations focused on current trends and proactive district practices
• Dynamic networking opportunities with guided tabletop discussions designed to foster collaboration, share expertise, and build meaningful professional connections
• Structured moments for leadership reflection and practical problem solving, centered on real world challenges and actionable district level solutions

Preconference Schedule: 

• 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Registration and Lunch

• 1:00 – 2:30 PM | Concurrent Session 1 

• 2:45 – 4:15 PM | Concurrent Session 2 

• 4:15 – 5:15 PM | Networking Reception 

Each concurrent session will be offered twice to allow attendees to participate in both options. 

Who Should Apply? 

This event is designed for professionals in special education leadership roles at the district or charter level, including: 

• Directors, Managers, and Leads of special education programs 

• Specialists and Teachers on Special Assignment (TOSAs) supporting special education services 

• Site-based leaders in administrative or leadership roles (formal title not required) 

Guidelines and Requirements: 

• Each Public Education Agency (PEA) may register up to two eligible leaders. Capacity is capped and final participation decisions will be made by ADE

• Priority is given to school-employed, site-based staff 

• Additional names and on-site based staff will be placed on a waitlist, and if space allows, they will be invited to register 

Ready to Lead? Apply for Arizona’s 2026 IDEA Director’s Preconference  

Need help with completing registration? Please email the IDEA Conference inbox or join the IDEA Conference Planning Committee during an upcoming office hour. Please register in advance for a virtual office hour time slot.

Let’s come together to reflect, network, and build stronger systems that impact outcomes for every student in Arizona. We look forward to seeing you there! 

Superintendent Horn watches the busy activity of students at Desert View Academy Charter School in Yuma
 

The beginning orchestra class performs for parents and guests at Wheeler Elementary in Tucson
 

Superintendent Horne toured the campus of Los Amigos Elementary School and sat down to read to first graders.
 

Students and volunteers (with assistance and donations from ADE) join together to stuff school supplies, backpacks, and other classroom essentials to be delivered to schools all over the valley. The event is co-sponsored by CW-61 television on a yearly basis.
 

Teachers and students received in-person training from ADE staff to help inner-city students raise academic outcomes and scored tremendously higher in standardized testing
 

Aakash O'odham students bring traditional culture and dance to the Youth Arts Month celebration at Wesley Bolin Plaza
 

Legacy Elementary Charter School in West Phoenix revels in students (and their families) having the option to choose the school environment that suits them best.
 

Cesar Chavez Elementary in South Phoenix triumphs in raising testing scores in reading, writing, and math in a culturally diverse, dual-language environment.