Denver Public Schools public meetings in 2024
78 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education approved a consent agenda including air conditioning projects at Asbury, Cory, Doull, Ellis, Johnson, McMeen, and Skinner elementary schools, as well as door replacement and security vestibule projects at multiple sites. The board also approved an amendment to the French American School of Denver's charter to serve grades K-5, accepted an administrative law judge's recommendation regarding Tania Kane's TECDA hearing, and approved a new Public Comment Policy. The meeting included an executive session to discuss legal advice and personnel matters.
- Approved air conditioning projects at Asbury, Cory, Doull, Ellis, Johnson, McMeen, and Skinner elementary schools
- Approved Multi-Site Door Replacement Project and security vestibule projects (FNE, NE SW, North West)
- Approved French American School of Denver charter amendment to serve grades K-5
- Accepted ALJ recommendation related to Tania Kane's TECDA hearing No. TA 2024-0002
- Approved new Public Comment Policy on second reading
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This meeting is dedicated to receiving public comment. No other business items or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Public comment limited to 2 hours total
- Individual speakers allotted three minutes each
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The Board will vote on certifying the 2024 mill levies for the 2024-25 school year and adopt a new Board Budget Policy (GP 16). They will also discuss the Legacy Options HS lease renewal in executive session and consider moving the Public Comment Policy to a final read.
- Certification of the 2024 Mill Levies for School Year 2024-25
- Reimbursement of $21,291 to board member John Youngquist for penalties from working over 140 days
- Adoption of GP 16, the Board's Budget Policy
- Discussion of Legacy Options HS lease renewal in executive session
- Public Comment Policy (GP 17) moved to final read (motion to waive final read failed)
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The Board of Education Special Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing a bond authorization resolution and various facility upgrades. The committee is processing multiple items for the Board of Education's consent agenda, including air conditioning and security projects. The meeting also includes a review of the Q1 financial report and recent grant awards.
- 2024 Bond Authorization Resolution
- Air conditioning projects for Asbury, Cory, Doull, Ellis, and Johnson Elementary Schools and Skinner Middle School
- Multi-site security vestibule and door replacement projects
- Sale of Delaware Garage
- DURA 38th and Huron School Funding Agreement amendment
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education will vote on renewing charter contracts for nine schools, including AUL Denver, Colorado High School Charter-Osage, DSST: Cedar, Cole, College View, and Elevate Northeast, French American School, Girls Athletic Leadership School, and KIPP Northeast Elementary. The board will also consider accepting the Annual Comprehensive Finance Report and audit results, approving personnel transactions, and acting on a recommendation related to a teacher dismissal hearing. The meeting includes procedural items like approving the agenda and minutes from prior meetings.
- Approval of Resolution No. 5179 - AUL Denver Renewal
- Approval of Resolution No. 5178 - Colorado High School Charter-Osage Renewal
- Approval of Resolution No. 5177 - DSST: Cedar High School Renewal
- Approval of Resolution No. 5176 - DSST: Cole High School Renewal
- Approval of Resolution No. 5175 - DSST: College View Middle School Renewal
Regular Board Meeting
The Denver Public Schools Board of Education approved consent agenda items including the Annual Comprehensive Finance Report and audit results, personnel transactions, and charter renewals for AUL Denver, Colorado High School Charter-Osage, DSST: Cedar, Cole, College View Middle, Elevate Northeast, French American School, Girls Athletic Leadership School, and KIPP Northeast Elementary. The board also accepted an ALJ recommendation regarding Dominique Jefferson's TECDA hearing and approved the superintendent's recommendation on the Denver Schools Thrives Initiative, with discussion on a proposed amendment to EL18 school consolidation and closure.
- Approval of Resolution No. 5179 - AUL Denver Renewal
- Approval of Resolution No. 5178 - Colorado High School Charter-Osage Renewal
- Approval of Resolution No. 5177 - DSST: Cedar High School Renewal
- Approval of Resolution No. 5176 - DSST: Cole High School Renewal
- Approval of Resolution No. 5175 - DSST: College View Middle School Renewal
BoardDocs- Archive
The Board of Education is meeting for an executive session to receive legal advice and discuss personnel matters. The meeting also includes time for public comment on specific district initiatives and charter renewals.
- Executive session regarding Dominique Jefferson's TECDA hearing and personnel matters
- Executive session regarding board member compensation and PERA rules for retirees
- Public comment on Charter Renewals
- Public comment on Denver School Thrives Initiative
- Recognition of Janet Estrada
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special in-person public comment session. The meeting is limited to students, staff, and families of Columbian Elementary to discuss a closure recommendation for the school.
- Public comment regarding Columbian Elementary closure recommendation
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special public comment session limited to students, staff, and families of West Middle School. The session will address the recommendation regarding the school's closure. Public comment is in person only, with sign-up starting at 3 p.m. on November 15, 2024, and is limited to one hour with two minutes per speaker.
- Special public comment regarding the recommendation for West Middle School
- In-person only session at West Campus, 951 Elati St., Denver, CO 80204
- Sign-up begins at 3 p.m. on November 15, 2024, at West Middle School
- Public comment limited to one hour; each speaker gets two minutes
- Topics limited to the school under consideration
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Board members are holding a community engagement event on November 15, 2024. The meeting consists of three scheduled discussion periods for board members to speak with staff and community members.
- Morning engagement from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
- Midday engagement from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Afternoon engagement from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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The Board of Education is holding a community meeting at Columbian Elementary on Nov 15, 2024. Board members will be available for discussion with community members and staff during three time blocks: morning, midday, and afternoon. No decisions or votes are scheduled on this agenda.
- Morning engagement from 7:00-8:00 a.m.
- Midday engagement from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Afternoon engagement from 2:15-3:15 p.m.
- All items are listed as Discussion type only
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The Denver Board of Education is holding a community meeting at Palmer Elementary School on November 14, 2024. Board members will be available for discussion with community members and staff during three separate engagement sessions: morning, midday, and afternoon.
- Morning engagement session from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
- Midday engagement session from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Afternoon engagement session from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
- Meeting location: Palmer Elementary, 995 Grape St, Denver, CO 80220
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The Board of Education is holding a community meeting at the Denver Center for International Studies. Board members will be available for discussions with community members and staff during three scheduled time blocks.
- Morning engagement (8:00 - 9:00 a.m.)
- Midday engagement (11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)
- Afternoon engagement (3:00 - 4:00 p.m.)
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special in-person public comment session for students, staff, and families of Palmer Elementary regarding a recommendation to close the school. The session is limited to one hour, with each speaker allowed two minutes. Sign-up begins at 3 p.m. on November 14, 2024, at the school.
- Special public comment on the recommendation for Palmer Elementary closure
- In-person only session at 995 Grape St, Denver, CO 80220
- Limited to Palmer Elementary students, staff, and families
- Sign-up starts at 3 p.m. on November 14, 2024, at the school
- Speakers have two minutes each; no substitutes or reading on behalf of others
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special in-person public comment session. The meeting is limited to students, staff, and families of the Denver Center for International Studies to discuss a closure recommendation.
- Public comment regarding Denver Center for International Studies closure recommendation
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special public comment session for students, staff, and families of Castro Elementary regarding a closure recommendation. The session is in person only, with sign-up starting at 3 p.m. on November 13, 2024, and limited to one hour. Each speaker will have two minutes to address the board on the topic of the school under consideration.
- Special public comment regarding the recommendation for Castro Elementary closure
- In-person only session at 845 S Lowell Blvd, Denver, CO 80219
- Sign-up begins at 3 p.m. on November 13, 2024
- Public comment limited to one hour; each speaker gets two minutes
- Only Castro Elementary students, staff, and families may speak
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special in-person public comment session. The meeting is limited to students, staff, and families of Dora Moore to discuss the school's closure recommendation.
- Public comment regarding Dora Moore closure recommendation
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The Board of Education is holding a community meeting at Dora Moore School with three scheduled engagement periods for community members and staff. No decisions or proposals are on the agenda; the meeting is solely for informal discussion.
- Morning engagement from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
- Midday engagement from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Afternoon engagement from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
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The Board of Education is holding a community meeting at Castro Elementary. Board members will be available to speak with staff and community members during three scheduled time blocks.
- Morning engagement from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
- Midday engagement from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Afternoon engagement from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special in-person public comment session for students, staff, and families of Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy regarding a closure recommendation. The session is limited to one hour, with speakers signing up in person and receiving two minutes each. No online sign-up or proxy comments are allowed.
- Special public comment on Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy closure recommendation
- In-person only session at 2250 S Quitman St, Denver, CO 80219
- Sign-up starts at 3 p.m. on November 12, 2024
- Public comment limited to one hour; each speaker gets two minutes
- Only students, staff, and families of Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy may speak
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The Denver Board of Education is holding a community meeting at Schmitt Elementary School on November 12, 2024. Board members will be available for informal conversations with community members and staff during three separate time slots: morning, midday, and afternoon. This is a discussion item, not a decision-making session.
- Morning engagement from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
- Midday engagement from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Afternoon engagement from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
- All sessions are at Schmitt Elementary School, 1820 S Vallejo St, Denver, CO 80223
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The Denver Board of Education is holding a community meeting at Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy. Board members will be available for discussion with community members and staff during three separate engagement periods throughout the day.
- Morning Engagement (8:00 - 9:00 a.m.)
- Midday Engagement (10:30 - 11:30 a.m.)
- Afternoon Engagement (3:00 - 4:00 p.m.)
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special in-person public comment session limited to students, staff, and families of Schmitt Elementary. The session addresses the recommendation to close Schmitt Elementary. Sign-up begins at 3 p.m. on November 12, 2024, and speaking is limited to two minutes per person for up to one hour.
- Special public comment regarding the recommendation for Schmitt Elementary closure
- In-person only session at Schmitt Elementary, 1820 S Vallejo St, Denver
- Sign-up starts at 3 p.m. on November 12, 2024
- Two-minute speaking limit per person, one hour total session
- Only signed-up individuals may speak; no substitutes or reading on behalf of others
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The Board of Education is holding a community meeting at the Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design. Board members will be available for informal discussions with community members and staff during three separate engagement periods: morning, midday, and afternoon. No decisions or votes are scheduled on this agenda.
- Morning engagement from 8:00-9:00 a.m.
- Midday engagement from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
- Afternoon engagement from 3:15-4:15 p.m.
- Meeting location: 840 E 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80218
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The Board of Education is holding a community meeting at IAD @ Harrington (2401 E 37th Ave, Denver) on Nov 11, 2024. Board members will be available for informal discussions with community members and staff during three time blocks: morning, midday, and afternoon. No decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Morning engagement (7:15-8:15 a.m.)
- Midday engagement (11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
- Afternoon engagement (2:15-3:15 p.m.)
- Location: IAD @ Harrington, 2401 E 37th Ave, Denver
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special in-person public comment meeting. The session is limited to students, staff, and families of IAD @ Harrington to discuss the school's closure recommendation.
- Public comment regarding IAD @ Harrington closure recommendation
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special public comment session for students, staff, and families of Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design. The session is in person only and limited to one hour, with each speaker getting two minutes. The topic is the recommendation for DSISD.
- Special public comment regarding the recommendation for Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design
- In-person only session at DSISD, 840 E 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80218
- Sign-up starts at 3 p.m. on November 11, 2024, at the school
- Public comment limited to one hour; each speaker has two minutes
- Topics limited to the school under consideration
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The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss and receive presentations on two items: the 2024-2025 charter school renewals and the Denver Schools Thrive Initiative. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- 2024-2025 Charter Renewals — discussion and presentation
- Denver Schools Thrive Initiative — discussion and presentation
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The Special Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing the Annual Comprehensive Finance Report and audit results for FY 2023-24. The committee is also processing various items to be moved forward to the Board of Education's consent agenda.
- Annual Comprehensive Finance Report (ACFR) and Audit Results
- Denver School of the Arts South Campus
- Mckinley Thatcher Air Cooled Chiller
- HVAC Boiler Preventative Maintenance and Repair
- New Grant Awards over $50k for July 2024 through August 2024
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting and executive session on October 28, 2024. The board approved the Superintendent evaluation for Dr. Alex Marrero, accepted a first read of a proposed public comment policy, and adopted a second read of the GP16 Board Budget. A consent agenda covering multiple contracts and projects was also approved.
- Approved Superintendent evaluation for Dr. Alex Marrero
- First read of proposed Public Comment Policy
- Second read of GP16 Board Budget
- Approved Denver School of the Arts South Campus change order
- Approved BD2500 Learning/Assessment Management System
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting including public comment, acceptance of September monitoring reports, and an executive session to discuss the evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero. The board will also recognize Career & College Success Month and Classified Employees Week.
- Executive session to discuss evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero
- Acceptance of September monitoring reports covering equity, teaching, safety, post-graduation, climate action, and staff compensation
- Recognition of Career & College Success Month
- Proclamation for Classified Employees' Week 2024
- Public comment limited to 2 hours total, 30 minutes per topic, 3 minutes per speaker
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education will hold a work session and executive session. They will discuss a proposed public comment policy, a draft board budget policy, and governance style. The board will then enter executive session to evaluate Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero.
- Proposed Public Comment Policy discussion
- Draft Board Budget Policy review
- Governance Style (GP2) review
- Executive session to evaluate Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero
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The Board of Education Special Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to discuss property taxes and the upcoming December 2024 mill levy certification, as well as the external financial audit planning by FORVIS. The committee will also review multiple items for the Board of Education's consent agenda, including contracts for food service, crisis management software, air filters, and various school projects. Additionally, they will receive updates on new grant awards over $50,000 and purchases over $250,000.
- Discussion of DPS property taxes and December 2024 mill levy certification
- External financial audit planning by FORVIS
- Abraham Lincoln High School Parking Lot Project
- BD2441 Food Service Prime Vendor contract
- BD2474 Crisis Management Software contract
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is meeting to vote on several action items, including a resolution supporting Denver Health's 2024 ballot initiative and approval of monitoring reports. The board will also discuss the 2023-24 academic results and hear a proclamation on flavored tobacco. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the superintendent's evaluation.
- Resolution No. 5169 supporting Denver Health 2024 Ballot Initiative 2Q
- Approval of August 2024 monitoring reports (12 reports on equity, teaching, safety, etc.)
- Approval of RASA Revised Innovation Plan (Resolution No. 5168)
- Approval of Lake Middle School New Innovation Plan (Resolution No. 5167)
- Executive session to discuss evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero
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This is a public comment meeting only; the board is not voting on any items. Residents may speak in person on any topic for up to 3 minutes each, with a 2-hour total limit and 30 minutes per topic. Written updates on proposed revisions to nondiscrimination, employment, and equal opportunity policies are posted for information.
- Public comment limited to 2 hours total, 30 minutes per topic, 3 minutes per speaker
- Proposed revisions to Policy AC (Non-discrimination/Equal Opportunity)
- Proposed revisions to Policy G (DPS Employment Handbook)
- Proposed revisions to Policy JB (Equal Education Opportunities and Nondiscrimination)
- Proposed revisions to Policy AC-R1 and AC-R3 (discrimination/harassment complaint procedures)
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education will hold a work session and special meeting to discuss innovation plans for Lake Middle School and RASA, review governance policies GP2 and GP4, and consider a proposed public comment policy. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of the Chancelight Contract. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on board member compensation and reimbursement.
- Discussion of Innovation Plans for Lake Middle School and RASA
- Review of GP2 Governance Style and GP4 Monitoring Board Governance Process and Superintendent Relations policies
- Discussion of proposed Public Comment Policy
- Approval of Chancelight Contract (consent agenda)
- Executive session on board member compensation and reimbursement
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education voted to accept the superintendent's reasonable interpretations and timeline for EL18 school consolidation and closure. The board also accepted June monitoring reports covering student experience, safety, and climate action, and approved a second reading of governance policies GP2 and GP4. Consent agenda items included contracts for food service, crisis management software, air filters, and transportation services.
- Approved superintendent's timeline for EL18 school consolidation and closure
- Accepted June monitoring reports on student experience, safety, and climate action
- Approved second reading of GP2 Governance Style and GP4 Monitoring Board Governance Process policies
- Approved Abraham Lincoln High School parking lot project
- Approved contracts for food service prime vendor (BD2441), crisis management software (BD2474), air filters (BD2484), and transportation services (Everdriven, Hop Skip Drive)
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a public comment session on August 26, 2024, at the Emily Griffith Campus. The meeting is limited to 2 hours total, with 30 minutes maximum per topic and 3 minutes per speaker. No group sign-ups are allowed, and only pre-registered individuals may speak.
- Public comment limited to 2 hours total, 30 minutes per topic
- Individual speakers get 3 minutes; no group sign-ups allowed
- Speaker list posted on the day of the meeting
- In-person only at 1860 Lincoln Street, First Floor Multi Purpose Room
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a public comment meeting on August 26, 2024. The meeting is limited to two hours, with 30 minutes per topic and three minutes per speaker, and is in-person only.
- Public comment limited to 2 hours total, 30 minutes per topic
- Three minutes per speaker, in-person only
- No group sign-ups; substitutes not allowed
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education voted to approve Resolution No. 5166, placing a 2024 bond measure on the ballot, and adopted an amended policy (EL18) on school consolidation and closure. The work session also included a presentation on the 2024 bond initiative.
- Approved 2024 Bond Election Resolution No. 5166 (unanimous vote)
- Adopted amended policy EL18 on school consolidation and closure
- Reviewed policy GP15 on community engagement
- Presentation on 2024 bond ballot initiative
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a full-day retreat at Montbello High School. The agenda includes discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), policy governance, community engagement, the SY 24-25 board agenda, and the superintendent evaluation process. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are listed as discussions.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) discussion (8:00-10:00)
- Policy Governance discussion including 10 principles and connections to EL 18 work (10:15-12:15)
- Community Engagement discussion with a draft planning document (12:45-1:45)
- SY 24-25 Board Agenda monitoring discussion (1:45-2:15)
- BSR Superintendent Evaluation Process discussion (2:30-4:00)
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education Special Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to discuss property taxes and the upcoming December 2024 mill levy certification, as well as the external financial audit planning. The committee will also review multiple items proposed for the Board of Education's consent agenda, including contracts for food service, crisis management software, air filters, transportation services, and more. Additionally, new grant awards over $50,000 and purchases over $250,000 will be presented for information.
- Discussion of DPS property taxes and December 2024 mill levy certification
- External financial audit planning with FORVIS
- BD2441 Food Service Prime Vendor contract
- BD2474 Crisis Management Software contract
- DURA (Denver Urban Renewal Authority) 2300 Welton IGA and 29th & Welton School Funding Agreement
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education met on June 13, 2024, to vote on several items, including approving the superintendent's recommendation to deny the new school application for 5280 Freedom School (Resolution #5155), accepting monitoring reports, and adopting governance policies on community engagement and school consolidation. The board also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and projects, such as the Ben Kleban Consulting Contract, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College project, and various literacy and facilities initiatives.
- Approved denial of 5280 Freedom School new school application (Resolution #5155)
- Accepted monitoring reports and governance policies (GP 15, EL18)
- Approved Ben Kleban Consulting Contract (one nay vote)
- Approved Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College project fGMP
- Approved multiple contracts: cleaning services, gym floor maintenance, benefits, and Denver Scholarship Foundation
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting for progress monitoring and public comment. They will discuss a new school application for 5280 Freedom School, innovation plans for several schools, and monitoring reports on equity, teaching and learning, safety, and post-graduation readiness. The board will also enter an executive session to receive legal advice on DCTA and DSLA contract negotiations.
- New School Application - 5280 Freedom School
- Innovation Plans: Swigert joining LLN Zone, RASA new innovation application, Robert F. Smith STEAM innovation plan review
- May Monitoring Reports: Ends 1, Ends 2, Ends 4, Ends 5, & EL5
- Executive session for legal advice on DCTA and DSLA contracts
- Public comment limited to 2 hours, 3 minutes per speaker, in person only
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss two items: a presentation on the Strategic Regional Analysis and a draft of a new Executive Limitation on school consolidation and closure. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and presentation only.
- Strategic Regional Analysis presentation (SRA24 Summary Presentation.pdf)
- Draft Executive Limitation 18 on School Consolidation & Closure
- Work session held via Vimeo, no public comment noted
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a public comment session on June 10, 2024, at the Emily Griffith Campus. The agenda covers sign-up rules and the speaker list. Public comment is in-person only, limited to 2 hours total, with 3 minutes per speaker and no group sign-ups.
- Public comment limited to 2 hours, 30 minutes max per topic
- Three minutes allotted per individual speaker
- No group sign-ups; substitutes not allowed
- Speaker list posted day of meeting
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education Special Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to review items for the Board's consent agenda, including construction projects, contracts, and financial reports. The committee will also hear reports from the COO/CFO on debt and long-term obligations, and from internal audit. All items are procedural and will be forwarded to the full Board of Education for approval.
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College Project fGMP
- ECE Playground Updates and Fairmont ADA Playground Project Change Order
- BD2418 Grades 4-5 Literacy and BD2465 MS Literacy contracts
- BD2466 As Needed Post-Construction Cleaning Services and Emergency Health/Safety Cleaning
- Q3 Financial Report and Purchases for April and May FY24
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This is a special board meeting of Denver Public Schools held virtually. The board voted to approve the Personnel Transaction Report, which covers employee appointments, resignations, and transfers, and an addendum with non-renewal recommendations. Both motions carried with six yeas. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive discussion.
- Approval of Personnel Transaction Report (employee activity)
- Approval of addendum with non-renewal recommendations
- Motion by Scott Esserman, second by Marlene De La Rosa
- All votes carried with 6 yeas
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss a draft policy (EL18) on school consolidation. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The agenda contains only this one substantive item.
- Discussion of EL18 School Consolidation draft policy
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The Board of Education met to review several policy governance updates, including community engagement and board budget structures. The meeting also included presentations on student heritage, teacher appreciation, and the annual Ombuds report.
- Acceptance of Monitoring Reports for Ends 6.5 and EL12
- First Read of GP2 Governance Style policy
- First Read of GP15 Community Engagement policy
- First Read of Board Budget policy
- Approval of the 2024-2025 Board of Education Calendar
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a progress monitoring session with public comment. The board will hear a superintendent update and discuss monitoring reports on climate action (Ends 6) and employee treatment (EL12). Public comment is in person only, limited to 2 hours total with 3 minutes per speaker. The meeting also includes written updates on environmental justice and employee treatment.
- Superintendent update on DPS 101 and Student Tu Voz
- Monitoring report on Ends 6 - Climate Action
- Monitoring report on EL12 - Employee Treatment
- Public comment limited to 2 hours, 3 minutes per speaker, in person only
- Written update on Ends 6.5 - Prioritize Environmental Justice
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This is a Board of Education public comment session, not a decision-making meeting. The agenda outlines the sign-up process and rules for in-person public comment, including a 2-hour total limit, 30 minutes maximum per topic, and 3 minutes per speaker. A finalized speaker list will be posted the day of the meeting.
- Public comment is in-person only at Emily Griffith Campus, 1860 Lincoln Street
- 2-hour total limit for public comment, 30 minutes max per topic
- 3 minutes allotted per individual speaker; no group sign-ups
- Speakers must sign up online; substitutes not allowed
- Finalized speaker list posted on the day of the meeting
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss policy governance, specifically a combined review of GP Policies 2, 9, and 10, and a draft on school consolidation (EL 18). This is a discussion item, not a final vote.
- Discussion of combined GP Policies 2, 9, and 10
- Draft EL 18 School Consolidation policy review
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss the proposed 2024-25 budget, review governance policies 2, 9, and 10, and receive a board forecast. The board will also receive written updates on a school name change and a policy revision. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and presentation meeting.
- Proposed Budget SY24-25 (discussion)
- Review of Governance Policies 2, 9, and 10
- Formal name change: McAuliffe @ Manual to Manual Middle School (information)
- Revision of Administration Policy ADE-R (information)
- Board forecast for SY23-24 (discussion)
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a work session focused on policy governance. The main item is a discussion of the board's governance policies, with a combined review document attached for reference. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.
- Discussion of governance policies (GP) with attached combined review document
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is meeting in executive session to hear a student's appeal of a recommendation for expulsion. The session is closed to the public because discussing the individual student could adversely affect the person involved. The board will vote to enter the closed session and then adjourn.
- Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(h) to discuss individual students
- Hearing a student's appeal of a recommendation for expulsion
- Meeting held at Emily Griffith Campus, 1860 Lincoln Street
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education held its regular meeting on April 18, 2024, and approved several action items, including the expansion of the Luminary Learning Network to include Merrill Middle School (Resolution #5150) and a board redistricting map. The board also accepted monitoring reports and approved a consent agenda covering multiple contracts and projects. Presentations were given on sustainability, the Latine Education Advisory Council, new student arrivals, and student recognitions for Arab Heritage Month and Earth Day.
- Approved Luminary Learning Network expansion to include Merrill Middle School (Resolution #5150)
- Approved Board Redistricting map
- Approved consent agenda items including 1205 Osage Welding Shop Project iGMP, Archuleta ES Project iGMP, Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy Project, District Wide Indoor Air Quality Project, BD2405 Specialized Service Provider Staffing Agencies, BD2452 Outdoor Classrooms, BD2434 Elementary Math, Everdriven, DPS FY25 Insurance Premium Renewal Estimates, and Synergy Transformation Consulting LLC
- Approved Personnel Transaction Report for employee activity from 3.7.24 to 4.4.24
- Accepted monitoring reports for EL8, EL16, EL17, EL2, Ends 1.13, and 5.1
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This is a procedural public comment session for the Denver Public Schools Board of Education, not a decision-making meeting. The agenda outlines the rules for in-person public comment, including a 2-hour total limit, 30 minutes maximum per topic, and 3 minutes per individual speaker. No substantive policy items or votes are listed.
- Public comment limited to 2 hours total, 30 minutes max per topic
- Individual speakers allotted 3 minutes; no group sign-ups or substitutes
- In-person only at Emily Griffith Campus, 1860 Lincoln Street
- Speaker list to be posted day of meeting
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a progress monitoring session with public comment. The board will review monitoring reports on Ends 1 and 5, covering student representation in advanced courses and graduation rates, and recognize student arts achievements. Public comment is in person only, limited to 2 hours total with 3 minutes per speaker.
- Student Arts Recognition presentation
- Monitoring Reports Review: Ends 1 & 5
- Public comment limited to 2 hours, 3 minutes per speaker, in person only
- Ends 1 monitoring report on students of color in advanced courses (March 2024)
- Ends 5 monitoring report on graduation rates (March 2024)
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss the superintendent's quarterly progress monitoring update, a draft board budget policy, and the board's topic forecast for the 2023-24 school year. These are discussion items, not final decisions.
- Superintendent Update: Progress Monitoring, Quarterly Update
- New GP, Board Budget (draft policy discussion)
- Board Forecast for SY23-24
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education Special Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to review items for the Board of Education's consent agenda, including multiple construction project contracts and change orders. The committee will also discuss general interest items such as new grant awards and purchases over $250,000. All listed items are procedural, meaning they are being reviewed for potential approval by the full board.
- Construction projects: 1205 Osage Welding Shop, Archuleta ES, Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy, District Wide Indoor Air Quality, and others
- Contracts: BD2405 Specialized Service Provider Staffing Agencies, BD2452 Outdoor Classrooms, BD2434 Elementary Math, Everdriven transportation, Synergy Transformation Consulting LLC
- DPS FY25 Insurance Premium Renewal Estimates
- New grant awards over $50k for November-December 2023
- Purchases for February and March FY24 over $250,000
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is meeting to vote on a new policy governing board member conduct on social media, and to approve a consent agenda that includes 15 construction and contract items, such as the Oakland Project and the Marie Sandoval Project. The board will also hear reports on new student arrivals and a Women's History Month presentation from GALS Denver.
- Second read of GP9 Board Member Conduct to include Social Media New Policy
- Approval of Oakland Project
- Approval of Marie Sandoval Project
- Approval of Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences Project
- Approval of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Athletic Expansion Project Change Order
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a progress monitoring session with public comment, a special meeting, and an executive session. The board will discuss policy governance monitoring reports, recognize outstanding female athletes, and hear public comment. The executive session is for legal advice on the Luminary Learning Network Innovation Plan.
- Recognition of 15 outstanding high school female athletes in winter sports
- Discussion of Policy Governance Monitoring Reports EL2
- Public comment limited to 2 hours total, 30 minutes max per topic, 3 minutes per speaker
- Executive session for legal advice on Luminary Learning Network Innovation Plan
- EL2 Emergency Superintendent Succession monitoring report for February 2024
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a public comment session on March 18, 2024, at the Emily Griffith Campus. The meeting is in-person only, with a total of 2 hours for public comment and a maximum of 30 minutes per topic. Individual speakers get 3 minutes, and sign-up is required; the speaker list will be posted the day of the meeting.
- Public comment limited to 2 hours total, 30 minutes max per topic
- Individual speakers allotted 3 minutes; no group sign-ups
- In-person only at Emily Griffith Campus, 1860 Lincoln Street
- Speakers must sign up online; substitutes not allowed
- Final speaker list posted day of meeting
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a work session and special meeting to discuss board redistricting, innovation plans for North Denver and McAuliffe International School, and a new social media policy. The board also entered executive session for legal advice on these topics and personnel matters.
- Executive session for legal advice on North Denver Innovation Zone, McAuliffe International School, Luminary Learning Network, and pending litigation
- Discussion of board redistricting (February 2024 report)
- Discussion of NDIZ and McAuliffe International innovation plan updates
- Discussion of new governance policy on social media (GP 16)
- Board forecast presentation for SY23-24
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to review and approve items for the Board of Education's consent agenda. The agenda includes reports on PCard procedures, bond project updates, and contract awards for construction, maintenance, and services. All items are procedural and will be forwarded to the full board for approval.
- PCard procedures and analysis report
- Brown ES Galvanized Pipe Replacement and Electrical Upgrades Project
- Legacy Options CTE Remodel Project
- BD2410 Moving and Relocating Services contract
- BD2423 On Call General Plumbing Services contract
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is meeting in executive session to hear a student's appeal of a recommendation for expulsion. The session is closed to the public to protect the student's privacy, as permitted by state law. The agenda contains only this one substantive item plus adjournment.
- Executive session to hear appeal of a student's expulsion recommendation
- Closed session authorized under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(h)
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education met on February 15, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included multiple contracts, facility projects, and a personnel transaction report. The board also received presentations on the 2024-25 school budget, student performance at Denver School of the Arts, and a Black History Month video from Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy. The meeting included procedural items such as the call to order, land acknowledgment, and equity statement.
- Approved Brown ES Galvanized Pipe Replacement and Electrical Upgrades Project
- Approved Legacy Options CTE Remodel Project
- Approved BD2401 Refrigeration Maintenance and Repairs
- Approved BD2410 Moving and Relocating Services
- Approved 17th and Newton DURA Agreement
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a progress monitoring session with public comment. The agenda includes a proclamation honoring Victoria Scott-Haynes and a written update on School-Level Unified Improvement Plans (UIPs). Public comment is in person only, limited to 2 hours total with 30 minutes per topic.
- Proclamation honoring Victoria Scott-Haynes
- Public comment rules: in person only, 2-hour limit, 30 minutes per topic, 3 minutes per speaker
- Written update on School-Level Unified Improvement Plans (UIPs)
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This meeting is a public comment session for the Board of Education. The session is limited to two hours total, with a maximum of 30 minutes allotted per topic.
- In-person public comment session
- Three-minute limit per individual speaker
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education Special Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to review and discuss a range of financial and audit items. The agenda includes reports on internal audits, a mill levy certification timeline, and numerous construction and service contracts for the consent agenda. The committee will also review new grant awards, the Q2 unaudited financial report, and purchases over $250,000.
- Internal audit report on PCard procedures and analysis based on 2023-24 usage
- Bond Oversight Committee premium projects 3rd round
- Multiple school construction projects: Brown ES galvanized pipe replacement, Legacy Options CTE remodel, East High School settlement agreement
- Contracts for services: BD2410 moving services, BD2423 on-call plumbing, BD2428 firewall, staffing contracts with Insight Global, AYA Healthcare, Pioneer, Ampersand, AMN
- Q2 unaudited financial report and purchases for December and January FY24 over $250,000
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The Board of Education held a work session to discuss several district updates. Topics included board redistricting, the innovation status application for Skinner Middle School, and a superintendent progress monitoring update.
- Board redistricting discussion
- Skinner Middle School innovation status application
- Superintendent quarterly progress monitoring update
- Citations and arrests presentation
- Black History Month celebration presentation
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 25, 2024, taking action on several items. The board voted to reject the arbitrator's recommendation concerning classroom coverage by nursing staff, and approved consent agenda items including literacy programs, an amended budget, and a personnel report. The meeting also included discussions on Career & Technical Education Month, a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration, the treasurer's report, a board retreat recap, and an update on new-to-country students.
- Rejected arbitrator's recommendation on nursing staff classroom coverage (AAA Case No. 01-23-0002-4747)
- Approved BD2412 - READ Intervention
- Approved BD2418 - Grades 4-5 Literacy
- Approved Amended Budget for 2023-2024 Resolutions No. 5145-5148
- Approved Personnel Transaction Report (transactions 12.1.23 - 1.9.24)
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a public comment session on January 22, 2024, at the Emily Griffith Campus. The agenda outlines the sign-up process and rules for public comment, including a 2-hour total limit, 30 minutes per topic, and 3 minutes per speaker. The session is in-person only, and a finalized speaker list will be posted the day of the meeting.
- Public comment limited to 2 hours total, 30 minutes per topic
- Individual speakers allotted 3 minutes; no group sign-ups
- In-person only at Emily Griffith Campus, 1860 Lincoln Street
- Speaker list to be posted on the day of the meeting
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a progress monitoring session and public comment period. The board will discuss monitoring reports on financial administration (EL 16) and asset protection (EL 17), and receive information on the school year calendar (EL 8). Public comment is in person only, limited to two hours total, with three minutes per speaker.
- Discussion of EL 16 Financial Administration monitoring report (December 2023)
- Discussion of EL 17 Asset Protection monitoring report (December 2023)
- Information item: EL 8 School Year Calendar monitoring report (November 2023)
- Recognition of School Board Recognition Month
- Public comment rules: in-person only, 2-hour total limit, 3 minutes per speaker
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The Board of Education is holding a retreat at the Lowry Conference Center. The purpose of this meeting is for board members to engage in team building. No public business or formal action will be conducted during this session.
- Team building for the new Board
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education is holding a retreat for team building among new board members. The agenda states the purpose is not to conduct public business or take formal action. The only listed item is a discussion on team building.
- Team Building - New Board discussion
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The Denver Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting and work session. They approved charter renewals for Rocky Mountain Prep - Berkeley and Academy 360, discussed the amended budget and budget kick-off for the next school year, and reviewed executive limitations on educational program, student conduct, and school safety.
- Approved Resolution 5124 and contract for Rocky Mountain Prep - Berkeley (motion carried 7-0)
- Approved Resolution 5143 and contract for Academy 360 (motion carried 4-3)
- Financial Health Update: Amended Budget & Budget Kick-Off for SY 2024-25
- District Accountability Committee Budget Subcommittee recommendations presented
- Review of Executive Limitations EL 6, EL 10, EL 11 (education program, student conduct, school safety)