March 12, 2026
The Mat-Su Borough School District is currently facing a significant projected budget shortfall for the upcoming school year. As part of the district’s budget discussions, several schools — including Glacier View, Larson, and Meadow Lakes — have been identified for possible closure or consolidation.
We know these discussions have created a great deal of uncertainty for many of our members and their families.
CEA leadership has been actively attending meetings, answering questions at affected schools, and working directly with district administration to ensure that all contractual protections for classified employees are followed throughout this process.
What This Means for Classified EmployeesIf schools are closed or programs are reduced, some classified positions may be displaced or reduced. When that occurs, the process is governed by the CEA Collective Bargaining Agreement, which includes:

• Seniority protections
  
• Bumping rights
  
• Placement on rehire lists
  
• Access to available positions within the district
  

Seniority remains the foundation of the process. Employees who are displaced retain their seniority and may have the opportunity to bump into available positions held by less senior employees within the same classification and seniority group.
Seniority Lists and Available PositionsThe current seniority lists and available positions related to this process are available to CEA members through the members-only section of our website.
➡ https://www.matsucea.org/seniority-list--available-jobs.html
Because these documents contain employee information, access is limited to members.
What CEA Is DoingCEA leadership is currently:

• Meeting with affected members at school sites
  
• Monitoring the district’s process to ensure compliance with the CBA
  
• Providing information and guidance to members about displacement and bumping rights
  
• Tracking available positions across the district
  
• Advocating for solutions that protect employees while maintaining services for students
  

Our goal is simple: make sure every classified employee understands their rights and that the process is followed fairly and transparently.
Community AdvocacyThe budget decisions being discussed are not just about buildings — they are about people. CEA members, parents, and community members have been actively participating in public meetings and discussions as the district and borough work through funding decisions.
We encourage members to stay informed and engaged as this process continues.
Stay ConnectedWe will continue posting updates as more information becomes available.
If you have questions about your specific situation, please contact CEA leadership directly.
You are not alone in this process — CEA is here to support you every step of the way.
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Rick Morgan
President
Mat-Su Classified Employees’ Association
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