Deer Valley Unified School District public meetings in 2024
38 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board met to finalize several district updates. Key decisions included adopting new science curriculum materials for 8th grade and high school IB programs, as well as approving a land lease amendment for Sandra Day O'Connor High School.
- Approved 8th Grade Science kits ($353,356.60) and High School IB Kognity licenses ($36,288 + tax)
- Approved Arizona State Land Department lease amendment for Sandra Day O’Connor High School
- Approved Policy IMG regarding Animals in Schools
- Approved Human Resources changes including 32 new classified hires
- Approved November 12, 202 and December 10, 2024 meeting minutes
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will discuss and vote on a proposed bylaw change from the Arizona School Boards Association. The board will also consider a consent agenda including approval of meeting minutes, human resources changes, a lease rider for a Head Start program at Sunrise Elementary School, and policy updates.
- Board to provide direction on voting for ASBA bylaw change proposal
- Approve Lease Rider between DVUSD and City of Phoenix for Head Start program at Sunrise Elementary School
- Approve Human Resources Changes and CTE Stipends (7 new certified hires, 33 new classified hires)
- Approve Policy IGA - Curriculum Development
- Approve Governing Board Meeting Minutes from Oct 15 and Oct 22, 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Governing Board will hold a special meeting and may vote to enter executive session to receive legal advice. The sole substantive item is a discussion of the superintendent's performance pay goals for the 2024-2025 school year.
- Discussion of Superintendent Performance Pay Goals for SY25
- Board may vote to convene executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session focused on human trafficking awareness in Arizona. The presentation and discussion will be led by district administrators and a community engagement liaison from Arizona State University. The meeting includes procedural opening items and adjournment.
- Study session on human trafficking awareness in Arizona
- Presentation by Dr. Gary Zehrbach, Tony Galietti, and Stefanie Calens
- Adoption of the agenda as an action item
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on October 15, 2024. The board will recognize 13 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists from four district high schools. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes approving payroll and expense vouchers totaling over $17.6 million, donations of $10,864.19, and human resources changes.
- Recognition of 13 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists for 2025 from Barry Goldwater, Boulder Creek, Mountain Ridge, and Sandra Day O’Connor high schools
- Approval of Payroll Voucher #6 for $10,859,267.29 (FY 2024-25) and Expense Vouchers totaling $6,805,342.99 (FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25)
- Approval of donations totaling $10,864.19 to various schools
- Approval of Human Resources changes including 1 new certified hire, 27 new classified hires, and various resignations, leaves, and transfers
- Finance report on Maintenance & Operation (M&O) monthly report for September and year-end reports for Student Activities and Auxiliary
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will vote on consent agenda items including payroll and expense vouchers totaling over $21.7 million, human resources changes, student travel, and donations. The board will also hear a report on Professional Learning Communities and recognize students and teachers for academic achievement.
- Approve Payroll Voucher #5 ($10,796,537.82) and #5.9 ($5,433,382.04) for FY 2024-25, and Expense Vouchers ($4,920,147.70 for FY 2023-24, $568,391.27 for FY 2024-25)
- Approve donations totaling $12,315 to various schools
- Approve student travel for Sandra Day O'Connor High School, Deer Valley High School, and Mountain Ridge High School to out-of-state events
- Approve human resources changes including 6 new certified hires, 18 new classified hires, and various resignations and transfers
- Recognize students with highest AASA scores and teachers with highest median growth percentile
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to recognize staff and student achievements, receive district reports, and vote on consent agenda items including HR changes and approval of minutes. The board will also hear a finance report and an MTSS-B update.
- Approval of Human Resources changes: 1 certified new hire, 37 classified new hires, 16 classified resignations/terminations, 6 classified leaves, 15 classified transfers/reassignments
- Approval of minutes from the August 27, 2024 regular meeting
- Approval of additional qualified evaluators for the 2024-2025 school year
- Recognition of Sierra Verde STEAM Academy for Cognia STEM certification
- Recognition of Park Meadows School for PBIS Level 4 Award
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including providing direction to its ASBA delegate on the 2025 political agenda, approving consent agenda items such as HR changes, vouchers totaling $3,931,046.38, donations of $5,215.68, and addenda contracts, and receiving a report on the Teacher Prep Program. The board also voted on the agenda and consent items, with some motions carrying despite a nay vote from Kim Fisher.
- Direction to ASBA delegate on 2025 Political Agenda (approved)
- Approve Payroll Voucher #3 and Expense Vouchers totaling $3,931,046.38
- Approve donations totaling $5,215.68
- Award IFB #25-2501-004-5 for Awards, Trophies, and Banners to twelve vendors
- Approve HR changes including new hires, resignations, and transfers
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to approve a $927,035.51 contract for the No Red Ink writing curriculum for grades 6-12, a five-year adoption. The board will also hear a report on 2024 summer programming and approve a consent agenda including human resources changes, student travel, and vouchers totaling $6,153,614.84.
- Approval of $927,035.51 for No Red Ink 6-12 writing curriculum and professional development
- Approval of student travel for multiple schools including Boulder Creek, Sandra Day O'Connor, Norterra Canyon, and West Wing
- Approval of human resources changes: 22 new certified hires, 68 new classified hires, and various resignations/transfers
- Approval of vouchers totaling $6,153,614.84 for Fiscal Year 2023-24
- Approval of qualified evaluators list for 2024-2025 school year
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Governing Board is meeting in executive session to discuss legal advice regarding KEB complaints against district personnel and related employee contract matters. The meeting is procedural and closed to the public.
- Discussion of KEB complaints against district personnel
- Legal consultation on employee contract matters
- Executive session under A.R.S. 38-431.03.A.3 and A.4
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, held entirely in executive session. The board will discuss and receive legal advice regarding the superintendent's contract extension. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion of superintendent contract extension
- Legal advice from board attorney under A.R.S. 38-431.03.A.3 and A.4
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special public hearing to present and discuss the proposed 2024-25 expenditure budget, as required by state law. The board may adopt the official budget after hearing public input. The meeting includes procedural items like call to order, roll call, and agenda adoption.
- Public hearing on proposed 2024-25 expenditure budget
- Adoption of the official 2024-25 expenditure budget
- Budget documents attached (FY25 Adopted Budget, 2025EXPBUD_2, FY25 Adopted Budget Book)
- Meeting held at District Office Governing Board Room, 20402 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to adopt the 2024-25 expenditure budget and approve the use of FY25 insurance proceeds. The board will also vote on a consent agenda covering personnel changes, student travel, vouchers, and contracts. The meeting follows a public hearing on the budget.
- Adopt the 2024-25 Expenditure Budget
- Approve use of FY25 Insurance Proceeds
- Approve Payroll Voucher #26 ($2,651,750.12) and Expense Vouchers ($7,608,634.83) for FY 2023-24
- Approve student travel for Deer Valley High School to Irvine, CA and Williams, AZ
- Approve addenda contracts for staff compensation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board met on June 25, 2024, and took action on several items, including approving the FY25 proposed expenditure budget for advertisement, adopting a resolution for the M&O override election pro statement, and approving a new K-8 Mandarin curriculum resource. The board also approved a memorandum of understanding with the Deer Valley Education Foundation and a consent agenda covering routine items.
- Approved $196,672 for K-8 Mandarin curriculum (Level Learning) including 470 digital licenses for 6 years
- Approved FY25 proposed expenditure budget for advertisement (A.R.S. 15-905)
- Adopted resolution approving pro statement for Special Maintenance and Operation Budget Override Election (November 2024)
- Approved Deer Valley Education Foundation MOU for 2024-25, adding clerical support up to 28.75 hours/week
- Consent agenda approved (4.A-4.R) including HR changes (31 new certified hires, 4 resignations/terminations, 14 transfers)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to take action on several items, most notably approving a $1,311,292.39 adoption of new English Language Arts and writing curriculum resources for grades 9-12 and 6-12. The board will also receive district reports on finances and Medicaid in schools, and vote on a consent agenda covering student travel, human resources changes, and voucher approvals.
- Approve 9-12 ELA curriculum adoption (Savvas MyPerspectives) and 6-12 writing curriculum (No Red Ink) totaling $1,311,292.39
- Approve consent agenda including student travel for camps and events at multiple schools
- Approve Human Resources changes: 35 new hires, 29 resignations/terminations, 2 leaves, 61 transfers/reassignments
- Approve payroll vouchers #24 ($35,194,398.83) and #24.9 ($9,965,650.41), plus expense vouchers ($5,670,280.58) for FY 2023-24
- Receive information report on Medicaid in public schools
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special executive session to receive legal advice and discuss a pupil promotion appeal from Greenbrier Elementary. The session is closed to the public and is authorized under state law for confidential matters.
- Executive session for legal advice and pupil promotion appeal (Greenbrier Elementary)
- Meeting at District Office, 20402 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special executive session to discuss legal advice and negotiations regarding the Superintendent Employee Contract, as well as the superintendent's evaluation and performance pay goals for the 2023-24 school year. The meeting is closed to the public and includes only procedural opening items and adjournment.
- Discussion on extending the Superintendent Employee Contract
- Superintendent Evaluation for School Year 2023-24
- Superintendent Performance Pay Goals for School Year 2023-2024
- Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.3 & A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.4 for legal advice and contract negotiation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting in executive session to discuss the employment, assignment, or appointment of a principal for Desert Mountain School. The meeting is closed to the public, and the board may also receive legal advice. No other business is listed.
- Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 for personnel matters
- Discussion of recommendation for Principal of Desert Mountain School
- Meeting held at District Office, 20402 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation for the 2023-24 school year and the process to extend the superintendent's contract. The board may also take action on any direction given to legal counsel during the session. The meeting is closed to the public, with only procedural opening and closing items listed.
- Discussion of Superintendent Evaluation for School Year 2023-24
- Discussion of process to extend Superintendent Employee Contract
- Possible action to approve direction given to Board's legal counsel during executive session
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to take action on a principal recommendation, hear district reports on generative AI and the FY23 financial risk analysis, and approve a consent agenda covering human resources changes, student travel, and vouchers. The board also recognized student and school achievements in STEM and athletics.
- Approve Jessica Brunk as Principal of Desert Mountain School for 2024-25
- Approve consent agenda including HR changes (128 certified new hires, 29 resignations/terminations)
- Approve student travel for camps and conferences in Orlando, Seattle, Show Low, Phoenix, Mayer, Prescott
- Approve Payroll Voucher #22.9 ($6,703,503.96), #23 ($10,720,022.59), and Expense Vouchers ($6,241,746.79)
- Report on Generative AI progress and next steps for 2024-25
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
This is a special executive session of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, held directly after the regular meeting. The board will discuss the superintendent's performance pay goals and evaluation for the 2023-2024 school year, both under Arizona law allowing private discussion of personnel matters. No public action is expected.
- Discussion of Superintendent Performance Pay Goals for SY 2023-2024
- Discussion of Superintendent Evaluation process for SY 2023-2024
- Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 (personnel matters)
- Meeting held at District Office, 20402 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, held in executive session. The board will discuss the employment, assignment, or appointment of a principal for Mountain Shadows Elementary, as permitted by state law. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public action items.
- Executive session discussion on recommendation for Principal of Mountain Shadows Elementary
- Meeting held at District Office Executive Conference Room, 20402 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
- Board may vote to convene executive session for legal advice on agenda items
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special public hearing to discuss a revised expenditure budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The board will allow community questions as required by state law before potentially adopting the revision. The agenda includes only procedural items and this single public hearing.
- Public hearing for FY 2023-2024 expenditure budget revision
- Board to allow community questions per A.R.S. 15-905
- Budget revision memo and expenditure budget attached
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding its regular meeting, starting with a public hearing and a series of student and staff awards. The board will take action on the appointment of a new principal for Mountain Shadows School and approve the 2024-25 Certified Performance Pay Plan. They will also receive district reports on finances and superintendent goals.
- Approve Bryan Eberwein as Principal of Mountain Shadows School
- Approve 2024-25 Certified Performance Pay Plan
- Finance report for April 2024 (M&O, Student Activity, Auxiliary)
- Review of Superintendent Goals for 2023-24
- Awards for state champions, scholarships, and academic achievements
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special work session. The main item is a discussion of Governing Board Policy JICK on student bullying, harassment, and intimidation. The meeting is otherwise procedural, covering call to order, roll call, and agenda adoption. The board may also convene an executive session for legal advice.
- Discussion of Governing Board Policy JICK - Student Bullying/Harassment/Intimidation
- Adoption of the agenda
- Possible executive session for legal advice
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to approve several financial and policy items, including the FY25 salary recommendation and a revised FY24 salary plan that includes a one-time $500/FTE retention payment for active employees. The board will also vote on the 2024-25 facility fee schedule, the FY23 financial audit, and a revised student bullying/harassment policy. The agenda includes awards and presentations for student achievements.
- Approve FY25 Negotiated Solution Team Salary Recommendation
- Approve Revised FY24 Salary Recommendation with $500/FTE retention payment
- Approve Annual K-12 Use of Facility/Field Fee Schedule for 2024-25
- Accept FY23 Financial Audit and Compliance Questionnaire by roll call vote
- Approve Policy JICK - Student Bullying/Harassment/Intimidation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special executive session to receive legal advice and discuss its position on contracts under negotiation, as well as complaints against personnel under Policy KEB. The board may vote afterward on any direction given to its attorney. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public action items listed.
- Executive session under A.R.S. 38-431.03.A.3 and A.4 for legal advice on contract negotiations
- Discussion of Policy KEB complaints against personnel
- Possible vote on direction to attorney following executive session
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to recognize student and school achievements, including A+ School of Excellence awards and DECA state champions, and to handle routine business such as approving minutes, human resources changes, and financial reports. The agenda is largely ceremonial and procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Awards for A+ Schools of Excellence to Mountain Ridge High School, Diamond Canyon School, and Boulder Creek High School
- Recognition of A-rated schools including Mountain Ridge, Arrowhead, Anthem, Boulder Creek, Copper Creek, Canyon Springs, Diamond Canyon, and Desert Sage
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes from March 19, 2024 meetings and human resources changes (new hires, resignations, leaves, transfers)
- Finance report for month ended March 2024 (Maintenance & Operation, Student Activity, Auxiliary)
- Performance of 'Wizard of Oz' by Paseo Hills School
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss three topics: the Cognia accreditation process, information about the 2024 bond and override election, and discipline protocols related to Policy JICK on student bullying, harassment, and intimidation. The meeting is a study session, so no formal decisions are expected, but the board may vote to adopt the agenda and may convene an executive session for legal advice.
- Cognia Accreditation presentation by Dr. Paula Desmarteau
- 2024 Bond & Override Election Information
- Discipline Protocols / Policy JICK - Student Bullying/Harassment/Intimidation
- Adoption of the agenda (action item)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special executive session to discuss personnel matters, specifically the recommendation for Principal of Sonoran Foothills School. The meeting is closed to the public and includes only procedural items and a call for executive session.
- Executive session to discuss employment, assignment, or dismissal of a public officer or employee
- Recommendation for Principal of Sonoran Foothills School
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to take action on several items, including approving the 2025-2026 instructional calendar and calling a special budget override election for November 5, 2024. The board will also consider a recommendation for a new principal at Sonoran Foothills School. The meeting includes numerous awards and presentations recognizing student achievements.
- Approve District Instructional Calendar Option A-3 for School Year 2025-2026
- Adopt resolution calling Special Budget Override Election for November 5, 2024 to renew 15% M&O Override
- Approve recommendation for Principal of Sonoran Foothills School - Samantha Colangelo
- Awards for state champion and runner-up wrestling, basketball, and academic teams
- Presentation on Music In Our Schools Month and district financial reports for February 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special executive session to receive legal advice regarding complaints against school personnel. The meeting is closed to the public and includes only procedural items and the executive session discussion.
- Executive session under A.R.S. 38-431.03.A.3 for legal advice on personnel complaints
- Special meeting at District Office Executive Conference Room, 20402 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to take action on several items, including approving a resolution to join multi-district litigation against social media companies over youth mental health, approving FY25 employee benefits, and setting 2024-25 meeting dates. The agenda also includes reports on the FY25 budget and bond/override committees, plus recognition awards. The board voted to approve the litigation resolution 4-1, with Jennie Y Paperman dissenting.
- Approved resolution authorizing Frantz Law Group, APLC to represent DVUSD in youth litigation against Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and Snapchat (4-1 vote)
- Approved FY25 Employee Benefit Recommendation from the Benefit Committee
- Approved 2024-2025 Governing Board meeting dates
- Received FY25 Budget Committee report and Bond/Override Citizen Advisory Committee report
- Recognized awards: Advocate of the Year, Teachers of the Year, Rookie of the Year, National Board Certified Teachers, Mountain Ridge Pom team
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda, receiving a finance report, and voting on a consent agenda that covers minutes, human resources changes, and student travel approvals. The meeting also includes awards and a presentation on Career and Technical Education programs.
- Approve HR changes: 4 certified new hires, 7 resignations/terminations, 2 leaves, 4 transfers; 21 classified new hires, 12 resignations/terminations, 5 leaves, 29 transfers
- Approve student travel for 12 trips, including wrestling in Payson, AZ, WGI in Palm Desert, CA, and Disney Leadership Conference in Anaheim, CA
- Approve minutes from Jan 23 regular meeting and Feb 6 study/work sessions
- Award: Talon Newspaper from Sandra Day O'Connor High School won Arizona Press Association state competition
- Presentation: Career and Technical Education Month program overview with student speakers
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special work session to review the third update on Superintendent Goals for the 2023-24 school year. Superintendent Finch and the Executive Cabinet will be available to answer questions. The agenda includes only procedural opening items, the work session item, and adjournment.
- Review of Superintendent Goals for 2023-24 (third update)
- Superintendent Finch and Executive Cabinet available for questions
- Meeting held at District Office Governing Board Room, 20402 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss social media litigation and receive a report on Cognia accreditation. The agenda includes only procedural opening items, a discussion item, and a district report, with no formal votes scheduled beyond adopting the agenda.
- Social Media Litigation discussion with Director Brian Killgore and Attorney Ernest Calderon
- Cognia Accreditation report by Dr. Paula Desmarteau
- Adoption of the agenda (motion carried unanimously)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board held its regular meeting on January 23, 2024, covering recognitions, a district report on the Cognia accreditation plan, and a consent agenda with routine approvals. The board approved payroll and expense vouchers totaling over $16 million, along with human resources changes, student travel, donations, and addenda contracts. The meeting was largely procedural, with all consent items approved in a single motion.
- Approved Payroll Voucher #14 for $10,296,507.83 and Expense Vouchers for $5,833,961.35
- Approved donations totaling $8,750.45
- Approved 20 student travel requests for various schools and events
- Approved human resources changes including 8 new certified hires and 14 new classified hires
- Recognized three Flinn Scholar Semifinalists from Barry Goldwater and Mountain Ridge High Schools
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025
The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding its regular meeting and organizational meeting to elect a Board President and Vice President, and to appoint an ASBA delegate and alternate. The board will also consider a consent agenda including approval of minutes, human resources changes, and a qualified evaluator. The meeting includes awards for Mountain Ridge High School's marching band and a teacher.
- Election of Governing Board President and Vice President
- Appointment of ASBA Legislative Delegate and alternate
- Approval of Human Resources Changes (15 certified new hires, 9 resignations, etc.)
- Approval of additional Qualified Evaluator Michelle Coots
- Awards for Mountain Ridge High School marching band and CTE teacher Jeff Samaniego