The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education public meetings in 2024
54 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board of Education held a special meeting to address the term of the Master Agreement and guest teacher pay. The board voted on the expiration of the agreement and authorized pay increases for substitute staff.
- Decided not to extend the Master Agreement beyond the June 30, 2025 expiration date
- Authorized the Superintendent to increase daily pay for Guest Teachers and Guest Special Service Providers up to double the current rate through June 30, 2025
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board of Education met to adopt revised organizational priorities and officially accredit several elementary schools with high performance ratings. The meeting also included the approval of personnel recommendations and retrospective approval of past school closures due to weather.
- Adoption of revised Board of Education Priorities
- Accreditation of 11 elementary schools including Bristol, Chipeta, and King Elementary
- Approval of personnel recommendations for December 4, 2024
- Ratification of district-wide school closures from November 6–8, 2024, due to weather
- Presentation on District 11 STEAM/STEM Programs
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting on November 20, 2024. The primary purpose of the meeting was to convene in an executive session to receive legal advice regarding employee handbooks and contracts.
- Executive session to discuss legal advice regarding Colorado Springs Education Association, Educational Support Professionals, and Executive Professional employee group handbooks and contracts
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board of Education voted to award a $127,500 contract to Adolfson and Peterson for Phase I pre-construction consulting services for the renovation of Palmer High School. The board also voted to enter an executive session to discuss employee group handbooks and contracts. The meeting was a special meeting called after a work session.
- Approved Contract C2025-1001 with Adolfson and Peterson for $127,500 for Phase I pre-construction services for Palmer High School renovation.
- Phase I runs from November 14, 2024 to October 31, 2025, aiming to deliver a guaranteed maximum price for Phase II construction.
- The renovation is part of a $120 million Certificate of Participation (COP) approved in June 2024, with $100 million earmarked for Palmer High School.
- Board convened into executive session to discuss legal advice regarding employee group handbooks and contracts (CSEA, ESP, and Executive Professional).
- Meeting was a special meeting held on November 13, 2024, immediately following a work session.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board will hear a presentation on a proposed contract modification with PowerSchool for an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. They will also review and vote on a $127,500 contract with Adolfson and Peterson for pre-construction consulting services for the Palmer High School renovation. The work session is for information and discussion only; public comments are not taken.
- Update on PowerSchool Enterprise Solution partnership vision and potential contract modification for full enterprise agreement
- Board vote needed on Contract C2025-1001 with Adolfson and Peterson for $127,500 for Phase I pre-construction services for Palmer High School renovation
- Palmer High School renovation is part of a $120 million Certificate of Participation (COP) approved in June 2024
- Phase I pre-construction runs November 2024 to October 2025, with Phase II construction estimated November 2025 to November 2027
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board of Education met via videoconference to receive the FY23-24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and discuss legal advice regarding an Oracle contract. The board also approved several resolutions recognizing national observances in November.
- Approval of a Contingency Transfer for Oracle Contract 98-328
- Presentation of FY23-24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report with an unmodified opinion from FORVIS MAZARS LLP
- Resolution 2025-10 endorsing American Education Week
- Resolution 2025-11 recognizing Native American Heritage Month
- Resolution 2025-12 adopting Family and School Partnership in Education Month
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
This is a special meeting with only procedural items and a 120-minute executive session. The board will discuss legal advice regarding employee group handbooks and contracts for the Colorado Springs Education Association, Educational Support Professionals, and Executive Professional employees. No public decisions or substantive actions are scheduled.
- Executive session to discuss legal advice on employee group handbooks and contracts (CSEA, ESP, Executive Professional)
- Meeting called to order immediately following a work session at approximately 6:00 pm
- Board adopted the agenda unanimously
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The D11 Board of Education holds a work session with three informational presentations: an update on community engagement for the Palmer High School Renovation project, the annual Capacity Committee report on enrollment and building capacity, and a preliminary overview of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget planning process. No votes or actions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and board feedback only.
- Palmer High School Renovation community engagement update (45 min)
- Annual Capacity Committee report per Policy JC on school attendance areas and student capacity
- Fiscal Year 2026 budget planning process overview (30 min)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
This is a work session with no votes or public comment. The board will receive a 45-minute enrollment update and hold a 20-minute discussion on its annual self-evaluation. No action is required on either item.
- Enrollment update presented by Chief Resource Officer Dr. Brandan Comfort and Director of Choice and Enrollment Christopher Kilroy
- Board self-evaluation discussion per Operating Procedures Manual Section I, subsection E
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting to enter a 30-minute executive session. The closed session is authorized under state statute to discuss property transactions specifically related to Roosevelt Charter Academy. No other business or public action is scheduled.
- Executive session to discuss property transactions for Roosevelt Charter Academy
- Meeting scheduled for approximately 5:15 PM on October 23, 2024
- Board will reconvene into regular session at approximately 5:45 PM
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board of Education held a special meeting on October 9, 2024, to establish a Health and Welfare Trust to receive assets from the terminated BEST Trust. The board approved Resolution 2025-09, creating the trust and appointing Chief Resource Officer Dr. Brandan Comfort as trustee, with a $1 budget transfer to fund it. The action was needed by October 10, 2024, to accept the district's share of BEST Trust assets for employee benefits.
- Approved Resolution 2025-09 establishing the Colorado Springs School District 11 Health and Welfare Trust
- Appointed Chief Resource Officer Dr. Brandan Comfort as trustee
- Approved a budget transfer of $1.00 to immediately fund the trust
- Executive session held to discuss legal advice regarding Policy ACA
- Agenda amended to move trust item from non-action to action due to late communication
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session on October 9, 2024, to receive an informational staffing update from the Talent Management Team and to discuss proposed revisions to Policy AC (Harassment and Discrimination) and a new Policy ACA (Name Changes) to align with state law. No public comments are taken at work sessions; the public may watch via live stream.
- Staffing update from Talent Management on current rates, recruitment, retention, and future plans (informational only)
- Revision of Policy AC (Harassment and Discrimination) to add language on knowing or intentional use of a name other than a student’s chosen name
- Proposed adoption of new Policy ACA (Name Changes) in accordance with state law
- Board vote needed by November 6, 2024, on the policy changes
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The board will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Adams Elementary, Galileo Middle, and Mitchell High Schools, which are designated as Priority Improvement or Turnaround schools. The meeting also includes an executive session on employee compensation, a presentation on PK-14 math strategies, and a Palmer High School renovation update. Consent items include a resolution for National School Lunch Week and personnel recommendations.
- Public hearing on Priority Improvement/Turnaround schools: Adams Elementary, Galileo Middle, Mitchell High
- Executive session on negotiations and employee compensation (4:00-5:30 p.m.)
- Palmer High School renovation update from Perkins Eastman Architects
- Resolution 2025-08 honoring National School Lunch Week, October 14-18, 2024
- Personnel recommendations for October 2, 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss and receive feedback on several topics, including an updated set of Board Priorities with a revised visual graphic from AdPro Marketing & Advertising, and "On-Ramp Work" priorities for the Superintendent. They will also review the policy alignment and revision process, and discuss the workflow for the District Accountability Committee (DAC) and its subcommittees, with a vote on DAC membership and charges needed by October 2, 2024. No public comments are taken at this work session.
- Discussion and potential adoption of revised Board of Education Priorities with a graphic from AdPro Marketing & Advertising
- Discussion of 'On-Ramp Work' priorities for the Superintendent and administrative team
- Overview of policy alignment, ownership processes, and revision status
- Discussion of District Accountability Committee (DAC) workflow; vote on membership and charges needed by October 2, 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the 2024 state assessment results (CMAS) and the 2024-2025 Unified District Improvement Plan (UDIP), which requires board approval by October 2, 2024. The board will also consider membership and charges for several advisory committees, including the Benefits Insurance Committee, Mill Levy Override Oversight Committee, and District Accountability Committee. No public comments are taken at work sessions.
- Review of 2024 CMAS state assessment results for D11
- 2024-2025 Unified District Improvement Plan (UDIP) requiring board vote by October 2, 2024
- Approval of FY 2024-2025 Benefits Insurance Committee membership and charge
- Approval of FY 2024-2025 Mill Levy Override Oversight Committee membership and charge
- Approval of FY 2024-2025 District Accountability Committee and subcommittees membership and charges
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board will discuss Unified School Improvement Plans (USIPs) for Adams Elementary, Galileo Middle, and Mitchell High schools, with a vote required by October 2, 2024. They will also review 2024 state assessment results for the district. No public comments are taken at this work session.
- Unified School Improvement Plans for Adams Elementary, Galileo Middle, and Mitchell High schools
- Board vote needed by October 2, 2024, to approve USIPs for submission to Colorado Department of Education
- Review of 2024 CMAS state assessment results for D11
- Discussion of district improvement strategy linked to assessment results
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting on September 11, 2024, with the main action being a 60-minute executive session to discuss legal advice and personnel matters related to restructuring. The board also received an informational presentation on the 2024-2025 Unified District Improvement Plan (UDIP), which requires a vote by October 2, 2024.
- Executive session for legal advice and personnel restructuring per C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) and (f)
- Presentation of the 2024-2025 Unified District Improvement Plan (UDIP) for discussion; board vote needed by October 2, 2024
- UDIP must be submitted to the Colorado Department of Education by October 16, 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 4, 2024. The board adopted the agenda, approved all consent items (including personnel recommendations and two resolutions), and heard presentations on student achievements and teacher cadet programming. Public comments were also scheduled.
- Approved personnel recommendations for September 4, 2024
- Endorsed Resolution 2025-03 honoring Hispanic Heritage Month
- Approved Resolution 2025-01 authorizing district staff as legislative liaisons
- Approved minutes from August 7 and August 14, 2024 meetings
- Recognized student achievements in FBLA, FCCLA, HOSA, ISTE, and Skills USA
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss updating its published priorities, revising the superintendent's performance metrics and evaluation goals, and considering next steps for district committees. A vote on the priorities is expected at a future date, while committee charges require a vote by October 2, 2024.
- Discussion and potential future adoption of updated Board of Education Priorities
- Discussion on revising Superintendent Performance Metrics and Evaluation Goals
- Board vote needed by October 2, 2024, on committee charges for DAC, Budget Subcommittee, Mill Levy Override Oversight Committee, and others
- Discussion of a 'Special Project' Matrix for board members to delve into major district work
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The D11 Board of Education will hold a work session on August 21, 2024, to discuss several informational items and seek board feedback. Key topics include proposed contracts for student transportation services totaling approximately $5.25 million, and two urban renewal authority projects (Bristow-Lowell and OneVeLa) that will require a board vote on September 4, 2024. No formal votes will be taken at this work session.
- Proposed contracts with HopSkipDrive ($2,125,000), EverDriven Technologies ($2,125,000), and First Student Inc. ($1,000,000) for student transportation services from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029
- Summer Bridge & Jump Start 2024 update presentation (informational only)
- AdPro presentation on communication initiatives and metrics (informational only)
- Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority presentation on the Bristow-Lowell plan, with a board vote scheduled for September 4, 2024
- Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority presentation on the OneVeLa plan, with a board vote scheduled for September 4, 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board will review the architectural design solicitation for Palmer High School's renovation and hear a vendor presentation on community engagement strategies. A vote on a $4,735,500 contract with RTA Architects is scheduled for the Special Meeting later that day. The overall project is part of a $100 million renovation funded by a Certificate of Participation.
- Contract C2025-1000 to RTA Architects for $4,735,500 for Palmer High School renovation design
- Project timeline: community engagement Aug–Nov 2024, design through June 2025, construction through Feb 2028
- Total $100 million renovation funded by $120 million Certificate of Participation approved June 12, 2024
- CM/GC solicitation planned before end of September 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting to vote on a single action item: awarding a $4,735,500 contract to RTA Architects for architectural design services for the renovation of Palmer High School. The project is part of a $120 million Certificate of Participation funding plan, with $100 million earmarked for the renovation. The meeting also includes procedural items such as agenda adoption and public comments.
- Contract award of $4,735,500 to RTA Architects for Palmer High School renovation design
- Project timeline: design through June 2025, construction through February 2028
- Part of $120 million Certificate of Participation funding approved June 12, 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The board voted to transfer $304,000 from the general fund contingency to buy Yondr pouches for securing student cell phones in school buildings, implementing Policy JICJ. They also approved a $250,000 transfer for the Falcon Aerolab STEM program contract and awarded an athletic trainer services contract. The meeting began with an executive session to discuss the superintendent's contract, evaluation, and an employee leave of absence.
- $304,000 general fund transfer for Yondr cell phone pouches for grades 6-12
- $250,000 general fund transfer for Falcon Aerolab STEM enrichment contract
- Executive session on superintendent's contract, evaluation, and employee leave of absence
- Agenda amended to move student fees resolution from non-action to action item
- Consent items approved including personnel recommendations and July 5 district closure
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on June 12, 2024, starting with an executive session to discuss the superintendent's contract, evaluation, and employee compensation. The public session will include a superintendent's report, public comments, and votes on consent items, including a new cell phone policy, student conduct and discipline policy revisions, and a $1,036,375 property insurance renewal.
- Policy JICJ on student use of cell phones and personal technology devices
- Revisions to student conduct and discipline policies (JIC, JICA, JICDA, JK, JKBA, JKD/JKE) and repeal of EEAEC
- FY 2024-25 property insurance renewal with CHUBB for $1,036,375
- Resolution 2024-43 for Juneteenth holiday observance
- Personnel recommendations for June 12, 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss team building, the superintendent's vision and system priorities for FY 2024-2025, board goals and metrics, board operations and norms, and committee discussions. The superintendent's presentation will preview policy implementation regarding the sanctity of the classroom learning environment. Board goals will be aligned with the future superintendent evaluation.
- Superintendent's Vision and System Priorities FY 2024-2025 presentation (60 minutes)
- Board Goals and Metrics FY 2024-2025 discussion, including alignment to future Superintendent Evaluation
- Board Operations and Norms FY 2024-2025 discussion, including meeting dates and operating procedures
- Board Committee Discussion, including upcoming design lab session and policies AE and BDF
- Team building activity (30 minutes)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the District Accountability Committee's end-of-year report and the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget. The budget discussion includes a recommendation to approve Resolution 2024-51, which would adopt the budget. No public comments are taken at work sessions.
- DAC End of Year Report 2023-2024 presented by Chairperson Marion Clawson
- FY24/25 Budget Discussion with proposed Resolution 2024-51 for appropriation
- Budget presentation by Chief Resource Officer Dr. Brandan Comfort and Senior Executive Director Laura Hronik
- Colorado Revised Statute 22-44-110(4) requires budget adoption with appropriation resolution
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting on May 29, 2024, starting with an executive session on the superintendent's contract and evaluation, then reconvening publicly. The board approved a resolution reducing all student fees by 50% for the 2024-25 school year, with a goal of full elimination by 2025-26. It also approved collective bargaining agreements with the Colorado Springs Education Association and Education Support Professionals, and adopted revised policies on attendance and non-discrimination.
- Resolution 2024-44 reduces all student fees by 50% for SY 2024-2025, aiming for full elimination by 2025-26
- Resolution 2024-45 approves agreement with Colorado Springs Education Association (CSEA)
- Resolution 2024-46 approves agreement with Education Support Professionals (ESP)
- Revised attendance policies JEA, JH, JHB, JLIB adopted; Policy JHD repealed
- Revised non-discrimination and harassment policies AC, GBAA, JB, JBB adopted
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session on May 15, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Main Administration Building. Topics include a legislative update, a student voice update, a $100 million capital investment timeline for Palmer High School, STAR end-of-year data, a block schedule update, a cell phone policy, and a review of discipline and conduct policies. Public comments are not taken at work sessions.
- Discussion of $100 million investment at Palmer High School and community engagement plan
- Review of STAR end-of-year data and district improvement goals
- Update on block schedule
- Discussion of cell phone policy draft
- Review of discipline and conduct policies, including revisions, repeal, and adoption
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on May 8, 2024, starting with a 90-minute executive session to discuss legal advice and negotiations regarding Interest Based Bargaining with the Colorado Springs Education Association and Meet and Confer with Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professional Employees. The public session will reconvene at 5:30 pm and includes recognitions, reports, and consent items. The board will also consider adopting resolutions for Mental Health Awareness Month and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and a policy revision on technology use.
- Executive session on negotiations with Colorado Springs Education Association and other employee groups
- Resolution 2024-41 supporting Mental Health Awareness Month
- Resolution 2024-42 recognizing May 2024 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
- Policy GBEE revision changing 'damages' to 'willful damage' for staff technology use
- Personnel recommendations for May 8, 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session on May 1, 2024, to discuss and review several policy revisions. Topics include the school board policy process, attendance policies, non-discrimination and harassment policies, and behavior policies. No public comments are taken at work sessions; the public can watch via live stream.
- Policy BG revision to align with CASB recommendations
- Attendance policy series review (JH, JEA, JHB, JHD, JLIB)
- Non-discrimination and harassment policy updates (AC, GBAA, JB, JBB) to comply with state/federal law and 2019 Voluntary Compliance Plan
- Behavior policy series review (JK, JKBA, JKD-JKE, JIC, JICA, JICDA, EEAEC, JICC)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting to enter a 90-minute executive session to discuss legal advice and negotiations regarding Interest Based Bargaining with the Colorado Springs Education Association and Meet and Confer with Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professional Employees. The board will adopt the agenda and adjourn after the closed session. No public decisions or votes on substantive matters are scheduled.
- Executive session for legal advice and negotiations on collective bargaining with Colorado Springs Education Association
- Meet and Confer discussions with Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professional Employees
- Closed session scheduled from approximately 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
- Meeting held at 1115 N. El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
- Live stream available at https://www.d11.org/TV
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on April 24, 2024, starting with a 90-minute executive session to discuss legal advice and negotiations regarding Interest Based Bargaining with the Colorado Springs Education Association and Meet and Confer with other employee groups. The public session will include a preliminary budget update for 2024-2025, legislative updates, and recognition of student achievements. The board will also vote on consent items including personnel recommendations and meeting minutes.
- Executive session on negotiations with Colorado Springs Education Association and other employee groups
- 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget Update presented by Chief Resource Officer Brandan Comfort
- Legislative update on PK-14 education matters
- Consent items: approval of April 10 and April 17 meeting minutes, personnel recommendations, North Middle School Innovation Renewal
- Recognition: Month of the Military Child proclamation, All-State Orchestra students, Palmer Winter Guard state champions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting to enter a 120-minute executive session. The closed session will discuss legal advice and negotiations related to Interest Based Bargaining with the Colorado Springs Education Association and Meet and Confer with Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professional Employees. The board will adjourn after the session.
- Executive session for legal advice and negotiations on collective bargaining with employee groups
- Closed session scheduled from approximately 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Meeting held at the Boardroom, Main Administration Building, 1115 N. El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss two main topics: an update on the Academic Master Plan (AMP) and a discussion on Certificate of Participation (COP) financing. No public comments are taken at this session, and no votes are scheduled.
- Academic Master Plan update covering first-year implementation in elementary pathway schools
- D11 middle school pathways and phases, including zero-year supports and vertical articulation
- Certificate of Participation discussion on timeline, purpose, strategic investments, and financial details
- Presentations by Superintendent Gaal, Chief Academic Officer Tamara Acevedo, and Chief Resource Officer Dr. Brandan Comfort
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on April 10, 2024, starting with an executive session to discuss legal advice, the superintendent's contract, and an individual student expulsion appeal. After reconvening, the board will vote on the expulsion appeal and handle routine consent items, including minutes and personnel recommendations.
- Executive session to discuss expulsion appeal procedure, arbitration, superintendent's contract, and appeal of decision to expel Student A
- Action item to decide on the expulsion appeal of Student A (added to agenda)
- Consent items include approval of minutes from March 13, March 20, and April 3 meetings, personnel recommendations, and resolutions for Financial Literacy Month and National Volunteer Week
- Recognition of students selected for All-State Jazz Band, Middle School All-State Choir, and High School All-State Choir
- Public comments period (60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss and receive information on several topics, including the preliminary FY25 budget development assumptions, survey results, and program updates. No public comments are taken at this session, and no formal decisions are being made.
- FY25 Preliminary Budget Development Assumptions (PBDA) presented by Chief Resource Officer Dr. Brandan Comfort and Senior Executive Director Laura Hronik
- 5 Essentials Survey Results presented by Chief of Strategy Dr. David Khaliqi
- Summer Bridge Program Update presented by Chief Academic Officer Tamara Acevedo and Director Brenda Duran
- Spark High School discussion led by Superintendent Michael Gaal and Area Superintendent Darin Smith
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting to enter a 120-minute executive session. The closed session will discuss legal advice and negotiations regarding Interest Based Bargaining with the Colorado Springs Education Association and Meet and Confer with Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professional Employees. The board will adjourn after the session.
- Executive session from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for legal advice and negotiations
- Topics: Interest Based Bargaining with Colorado Springs Education Association
- Topics: Meet and Confer with Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professional Employees
- Meeting held at Main Administration Building, 1115 N. El Paso Street
- Public can watch live stream at d11.org/TV
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session on March 20, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Main Administration Building. The main topic is an update on the Academic Master Plan (AMP) for middle school pathways and design thinking, presented by the superintendent, chief academic officer, and a middle school principal. Public comments are not taken at work sessions, but the meeting is live-streamed and a recording will be available via BoardDocs.
- Academic Master Plan (AMP) update on middle school pathways and design thinking (75-minute presentation)
- Presenters: Superintendent Gaal, Chief Academic Officer Tamara Acevedo, Holmes Middle School Principal Anthony Karr
- Meeting held at 1115 N. El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
- Live web stream available at https://www.d11.org/TV
- Public comments not taken; citizens may email or speak at Regular Business Meetings
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting on March 20, 2024, primarily to enter a 120-minute executive session. The closed session will discuss legal advice and negotiations regarding Interest Based Bargaining with the Colorado Springs Education Association and Meet and Confer with Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professional Employees. The board will adjourn after the session.
- Executive session for legal advice and negotiations on union contracts
- Closed session scheduled from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
- Meeting held at Boardroom, Main Administration Building, 1115 N. El Paso Street
- Public can watch live stream online or on local TV channels
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a regular meeting on March 13, 2024, approving consent items and action items. Key decisions included an $18,000 contingency transfer for Interest-Based Bargaining and Meet and Confer representation, and approval of FY2024-25 health and dental plan premium recommendations with current providers. The board also recognized student achievements and heard reports from the superintendent and legislative liaison.
- Approved $18,000 contingency transfer for IBB and Meet and Confer representation
- Approved FY2024-25 health and dental plan premium recommendations with Kaiser Permanente
- Adopted Resolution 2024-33, Diversity in Education Month (April)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-34, Month of the Military Child
- Recognized PTA Reflections winners and Sabin Middle School robotics team
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a town hall meeting to hear and answer questions from the public. Questions can be submitted in advance or on the day of the meeting. The meeting is open to in-person attendance and live streaming.
- Town hall meeting at Coronado High School, 1590 W. Fillmore St., Colorado Springs, CO 80904
- Public questions accepted until noon on March 8, 2024, via www.d11.org/TownHall
- Day-of question submissions allowed from 5:30-5:50 pm
- Live stream available at https://www.d11.org/TV and on Comcast Channel 881 HD, StratusIQ Channel 74 SD, and StratusIQ Fiber TV Channel 97 HD
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting to enter an executive session (closed to the public) to discuss legal advice, negotiations, and personnel matters. Specifically, they will address Interest Based Bargaining with the Colorado Springs Education Association, meet-and-confer with other employee groups, and the superintendent's contract renewal. The board will adjourn after the session.
- Executive session for legal advice on Interest Based Bargaining with Colorado Springs Education Association
- Executive session for negotiations on superintendent contract renewal
- Executive session for personnel matter: superintendent contract renewal
- Meeting scheduled from approximately 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session on March 6, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Main Administration Building. The board will be introduced to a Communications Consultant and receive an overview of contract services. They will also review and discuss revisions to student support policies on attendance and discipline (Policy Series JH, JI, and JK). Public comments are not taken at work sessions.
- Introduction of Communications Consultant and contract services overview
- Review of Policy Series JH, JI, and JK on student attendance and discipline
- Discussion of policy revisions with Director of Student Support Chris Brandt
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on February 28, 2024. The board will consider accrediting schools based on School Performance Framework ratings, with recommendations from the District Accountability Committee. The agenda also includes consent items such as approving minutes, personnel recommendations, and resolutions for Read Across America and Women's History Month. No contract awards or budget transfers are on the agenda.
- Accreditation of schools with School Performance Framework (SPF) rating of 74 or above
- Resolution 2024-30 endorsing Read Across America
- Resolution 2024-31 recognizing March 2024 as Women's History Month
- Personnel recommendations for February 28, 2024
- Approval of February 14 and February 21 meeting minutes
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting to enter a 120-minute executive session. The closed session will discuss negotiations and legal advice regarding Interest Based Bargaining with the Colorado Springs Education Association and meet-and-confer talks with Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professional Employees. The board will reconvene in open session at approximately 8:00 pm.
- Executive session for negotiations and legal advice on Interest Based Bargaining with Colorado Springs Education Association
- Meet and confer with Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professional Employees
- Meeting held at Boardroom, Main Administration Building, 1115 N. El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
- Live stream available at https://www.d11.org/TV
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session on February 21, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Main Administration Building. The board will receive presentations on the FY25 budget overview and updates from various task forces. Public comments are not taken at work sessions.
- FY25 Budget Overview presentation by Chief Operations Officer Dr. Brandan Comfort
- Task Force Updates presentation by Superintendent Gaal, Chief Academic Officer Tamara Acevedo, and Chief of Strategy and Data Acquisition David Khaliqi
- Other information items
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on February 14, 2024, starting with an executive session on negotiations, then reconvening publicly. Key actions include a contract award for CTE renovations at Roy J. Wasson Academic Campus and approval of consent items. The board will also hear a special education program spotlight and public comments.
- Contract C2024-1012 to Elder Construction for culinary CTE renovations at RJWAC, $1,428,573, with 10% contingency
- Executive session for negotiations with Colorado Springs Education Association and other employee groups
- Consent items: approval of Jan 24 minutes, personnel recommendations, and two-hour delay for inclement weather
- Recognition of Bristol Elementary teacher Melissa Matzen for CAST science teaching award
- Program spotlight on special education inclusion support
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session on February 7, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. The main topic is a 90-minute discussion of the Innovation Zone application, presented by Dr. Scott Mendelsberg. Public comments are not taken at work sessions.
- Discussion of Innovation Zone application (90 minutes)
- Presentation by Dr. Scott Mendelsberg, Area Superintendent for Opportunity and Charter Schools
- Meeting held at Boardroom, Main Administration Building, 1115 N. El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss board priorities and goals, as well as board meetings and agenda setting. The agenda includes only discussion items, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.
- Discussion of Board priorities and goals
- Board meetings and agenda setting
- Other discussion/information items
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a regular meeting on January 24, 2024, to conduct routine business and act on several items. Key actions include approving a five-year charter contract with Thomas MacLaren School, adopting consent items (including personnel recommendations and policy revisions), and receiving reports on social-emotional learning programs and legislative updates. The meeting also includes public comments and procedural items.
- Contract C2024-0053 with Thomas MacLaren School for a five-year term starting July 1, 2024
- Resolution 2024-25 recognizing February as African American History Month
- Resolution 2024-24 designating February 2024 as Career Technical Education Month
- Policy IJOA revision on field trips, including electronic form processing
- Approval of district-wide closure on January 16, 2024, due to inclement weather
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session on January 17, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Main Administration Building. The board will receive a 90-minute presentation on the District Continuous Improvement Cycle mid-year data review, a 30-minute update on the Gifted and Talented Academic Master Plan for the 2024-25 school year, and a 30-minute discussion on a Board Communications Request for Proposals (RFP). Public comments are not taken at work sessions; the public can watch via live stream or submit comments at regular business meetings.
- District Continuous Improvement Cycle Mid-Year Data Review (90-minute presentation)
- GT Academic Master Plan updates for SY 24-25 (30-minute presentation)
- Board Communications RFP conversation (30-minute discussion)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2024, starting with an executive session to discuss the superintendent's contract and mid-year evaluation. The public session will include recognitions, a presentation on CTE Ascent, and approval of consent items including personnel recommendations and policy revisions.
- Executive session to discuss superintendent contract and mid-year evaluation
- Recognition of Phil Long Hyundai of Chapel Hills for $2,500 quarterly donation to a transportation fund
- Approval of personnel recommendations for January 10, 2024
- Adoption of revisions to Policy KBBA on custodial and non-custodial parent rights
- Adoption of revisions to Policy EEAG on transportation in private vehicles
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss board and district communications, the legislative agenda, policy work, and board norms. No public comments are taken at this session, and no votes are scheduled.
- Discussion of legislative agenda with attached 2023 Legislative Agenda and Policy BJA documents
- Policy work discussion including BG, BDF, and policy flow chart attachments
- Review of published board norms document
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board of Education held a special meeting to certify 2024 mill levy rates for the El Paso County Treasurer. The Board also entered an executive session to discuss legal advice and negotiations regarding the Master Agreement with the Colorado Springs Education Association and employee handbooks.
- Approval of 2024 Mill Levy Rates for certification
- Executive session regarding Colorado Springs Education Association Master Agreement negotiations
- Executive session regarding employee handbooks for Educational Support Professionals and Executive/Professional employees