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135 stories · most recent November 9, 2026
The Guam Education Board during a special meeting Monday approved Resolution 2026-13, adopting spending priorities and cost-cutting measures to address a $34.8 million budget shortfall for fiscal 2027, while also asking the Guam Legislature to provide funding for teacher raises already signed into law.
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After the Department of Public Works terminated the procurement process for the new Simon Sanchez High School in August, it pursued a "two-track procurement strategy," with one track focused on demolition of the existing campus and the other on the public-private partnership (P3) procurement for construction of the new campus.
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Franklin Leon Guerrero, Guam Department of Education Deputy Superintendent of Finance and Administrative Services, has submitted his resignation, effective mid-November.
Police located the student and found an airsoft gun, GPD said. Officers then issued the all-clear.
By Jolene Toves ·
“Basically, telling them we do not have the funding to be able to implement such a program and we're looking at approximately $26 million,” Won Pat said.
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“Stability gives us the foundation to do the deeper work,” Borja said. “Our responsibility now is to turn that stability into better instruction, stronger support, and measurable progress. Full recovery means our students have the skills and confidence to succeed beyond the classroom.”
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“Examining these factors can help inform discussions about the effective use of government resources and the future needs of Guam’s public schools, whether it be rebuilding Simon Sanchez High School or decommissioning existing schools,” Public Auditor Benjamin Cruz said.
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“Are our strategies working? Are our students making progress? And when the results show that something is not working, are we willing to change course?” Won Pat said.
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"Because November 3 is Election Day, instruction will be delivered through online learning or prepared learning packets. Schools that choose to use learning packets will prepare and distribute them to students by Friday, October 30, 2026. Parents and students will be informed in advance of the delivery method and the expectations for completing and submitting assignments," GDOE said.
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“The position she holds is one of the most complex and challenging in the Government of Guam and requires a great intellect, stamina and energy, accountability by GDOE leadership and a willingness to work with all stakeholders in furtherance of our learning mission for all GDOE students,” Guthertz said.
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At 1 p.m. Monday, the Guam Police Department advised residents in Agana Heights and Sinajana to "stay indoors, lock all doors and windows and remain cautious" as authorities are actively searching for suspects involved in an armed robbery.
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“Our priority is to ensure that students return to the classroom as soon as reasonably possible to prevent further disruption to their education. We appreciate the flexibility and commitment of our faculty, staff and community partners in making this transition possible,” GDOE said.
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"Schools without power will not hold classes but will offer learning packets and Grab-and-Go meal services. This list may be updated throughout the day as more schools are cleared to open," GDOE said.
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"Shelterees at these sites will remains in place and continue to receive support. The school closure will not affect shelter operations," GDOE said on Sunday.
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“I am not resigning but I remain committed to leading the Guam Department of Education and to work hard for our students, families, and employees,” Won Pat said in response to Barnett’s request.
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“We are committed to addressing the findings, strengthening our internal controls, and ensuring that every dollar entrusted to GDOE is managed responsibly and in accordance with applicable requirements. Most importantly, our efforts to improve financial management will be aimed at our ability to direct resources towards our schools and students,” Won Pat said.
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GDOE Superintendent Judith Won Pat called the Head Start Program a “valuable resource” in early childhood education. She said, “These services to the families have direct and lifelong advantages that impact our Guam Department of Education students’ future.”
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"The summit will allow students to engage in and learn about the legislative process, to include the role of legislative committees, the process of selecting chairpersons, and the importance of conducting research on policy issues affecting the community," the Guam Department of Education said.
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“We inherited this issue," Superintendent Judith Won Pat said.
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With the sanitary inspection passed, Borja said, "details on the return back to campus is still in the planning phase. We plan on having stakeholder meetings and input first before we make any final decisions."
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"To address compensation-related issues that impact the overall progression of employees through the various levels of educator positions, a 15 percent market movement recommendation is proposed for the updated 2026 Educator Pay Plan for assigned Pay grades ED1A through ED-7," DOA said.
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"Teachers should not become a priority only during an election year," Borja said. "They serve our children every year, and their compensation should reflect a consistent commitment from their government. I welcome the Administration's action, but our educators deserve a system they can rely on beyond the next election."
By Jolene Toves ·
I hope the lessons learned from this experience will help guide better planning for the 2027 school year and future school schedules, especially by considering the real impact these decisions have on working families," Suzanne Techaira said.
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"What they are doing right now at this hour really is to do a time run because we are looking at after 5 o'clock. So, they're still doing that run. The acting Director told me that by tomorrow morning she'll give the busing. Tomorrow morning and then we'll put out a presser to let all the media outlets know," Won Pat said.
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