Jeffco Public Schools public meetings in 2024

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Board of Education will consider approving an $8 million contract with Vivacity Tech for Chromebooks and Google Management Licenses. The board will also receive updates from the Equity Accountability Committee and the Capital Asset Advisory Committee on capital improvement programs. The meeting includes public comment, recognitions, and adoption of proclamations for National Special Education Day, Computer Science Week, International Human Rights Day, and National Energy Conservation Day.

• Contract approval for $8,000,000 Chromebook purchase from Vivacity Tech
• Executive session on legal advice regarding Arvada Aquatics Center agreement
• Equity Accountability Committee update on equity practices and goals
• Capital Improvement Program update with Capital Asset Advisory Committee dialogue
• Proclamations for National Special Education Day, Computer Science Week, International Human Rights Day, and National Energy Conservation Day

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Board of Education will discuss and approve its 2025 legislative agenda, hear the annual JESPA report, and adopt a resolution certifying 2024 mill levies to be collected in 2025. The board will also review first-quarter financials, receive updates from the District Accountability Committee and on middle school start times, and preview the December 19 regular meeting agenda. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the superintendent's contract.

• 2025 Legislative Agenda review and approval (estimated 20 min discussion)
• Certification of 2024 mill levies for collection in 2025, setting the total program mill at 27 mills
• First Quarter 2024-25 Financial Report Review
• Healthy and Equitable Start and End Times update, focusing on middle school start times
• Executive session to discuss the superintendent's contract

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will receive an update on preliminary student enrollment for the 2024-25 school year and its estimated fiscal impacts. The board will also hear from the Jeffco Schools Foundation on its strategic initiatives. The meeting includes an executive session to receive legal advice regarding the superintendent contract.

• Executive session to receive legal advice on the superintendent contract
• Study session: Jeffco Schools Foundation update on strategic initiatives
• Study session: 2024-25 enrollment and budget update with estimated fiscal impacts
• Proclamations for Family and School Partnership in Education Month, National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, National School Psychology Week, National Education Support Professional Day, and National Substitute Educators Day
• Recognition of Normandy Elementary School for academic achievement and staff for math achievement, health/physical education, and health services

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board will hear a briefing on proposed purchase and sale agreements for the former Glennon Heights, Vivian, and Thomson elementary school sites, with a vote scheduled for November 14. They will also receive annual reports from the Jefferson County Administrator Association and the Financial Advisory Committee, and discuss upcoming charter school renewals and the school year calendar. No formal action will be taken at this study session.

• Property disposition briefing for Glennon Heights, Vivian, and Thomson elementary school sites
• Annual dialogue with Jefferson County Administrator Association (JCAA)
• Dialogue with Financial Advisory Committee (FAC) on district financial wellbeing
• Information on charter school renewals for Mountain Phoenix, Rocky Mountain Deaf School, Montessori Peaks, Lincoln Academy, and Doral Academy
• Monitoring report on school year calendar for 2025-2028

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Board of Education is holding a special meeting that includes an executive session to receive legal advice regarding the superintendent's contract. The board will also discuss two monitoring reports on instructional materials and professional development. The public portion is limited to the call to order and the motion to enter executive session.

• Executive session to receive legal advice on the superintendent contract
• Discussion of Monitoring Report 1.3: evidence-based instructional materials reflecting global diversity
• Discussion of Monitoring Report 2.1: high-quality professional development for educators
• Meeting held virtually via TEAMS; executive session not open to the public

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will hold an executive session to discuss the superintendent's summative evaluation. The meeting is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being the closed-door personnel discussion.

• Executive session for superintendent evaluation per policy BSR-04
• Meeting location: Seminar Room, 1829 Denver West Drive, Golden, CO

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Board of Education will convene in executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation, a personnel matter closed to the public. The board will also recognize schools with high growth on 2024 CMAS/PSAT/SAT and adopt nine proclamations, including National Principals Month and Hispanic Heritage Month. Public comment on any topic will be heard for up to one hour.

• Executive session to discuss superintendent evaluation (personnel matter, closed to public)
• Recognition of 21 schools for high growth on 2024 CMAS or PSAT/SAT assessments
• Proclamations: National Principals Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Dyslexia Awareness Month, Bullying Prevention Month, Fire Prevention Week, School Lunch Week, Safe Schools Week, School Bus Safety Week, Indigenous Peoples' Day
• Public comment period for any topic, up to one hour

Board of Education Regular Meeting

This is a procedural executive session agenda. The board will vote to convene a closed-door meeting to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of real, personal, or other district property interests. No public decisions or substantive discussions are scheduled for the open portion of the meeting.

• Executive session discussion on purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of district property interests
• Motion to approve the agenda as presented

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Board of Education will receive an update on November ballot initiatives that may impact K-12 education, and may take a position at its October 17 meeting. The board will also vote to authorize submission of the 2024 District Unified Improvement Plan and eight individual school improvement/turnaround plans to the Colorado Department of Education. Other discussion items include a student leadership board update, a strategic capital master plan, and a monitoring report on extracurricular and enrichment opportunities.

• Discussion of November ballot initiatives: Amendment 80, Proposition 130, Proposition 131, Proposition JJ, Proposition KK
• Vote to authorize submission of 2024 District Unified Improvement Plan and 8 school improvement/turnaround plans to CDE
• Update on Strategic Capital Master Plan for 5-10 year capital planning
• Monitoring Report 1.2 on student access to extracurricular, acceleration, and enrichment opportunities
• Preview of action and consent agenda items for October 17 regular meeting

Board of Education Regular Meeting

This is a special joint meeting between the Jeffco Board of Education and Lakewood City Council for informal discussion. Topics include sustainability, affordable housing, and community concerns about schools or properties. No formal action will be taken.

• Joint discussion on sustainability measures
• Joint discussion on affordable housing initiatives
• Joint discussion on community concerns regarding schools or properties
• Joint discussion on opportunities to collaborate

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss legal advice on the Jefferson County School Finance Corporation and possible superintendent contract negotiations. The board will also hear a report from the Technology and Data Privacy Advisory Committee (TDPAC) and consider renewing contracts for supplementary student transportation services. The meeting includes recognitions, proclamations, and public comment.

• Executive session on JCSFC corporate status and superintendent's contract
• Contract renewals for EverDriven, Noah Care, and Hop Skip Drive for supplementary student transportation
• TDPAC report on technology and data privacy
• Proclamations for Alopecia Awareness, International Literacy Day, Attendance Awareness, Suicide Prevention, and Arts in Education
• Public comment session

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a study/dialogue session to discuss several items, including proposed amendments to the 2024-25 budget, a Jefferson County ballot measure on revenue retention, and monitoring reports on student academic growth and data use. The board will also receive updates on the middle school accelerator project and minor boundary changes to eliminate overlapping school boundaries. No formal action will be taken at this session.

• FY 2024-2025 Amended Budget presentation (accounting change, restating adopted budget)
• Jefferson County 2024 Ballot Measure on revenue retention for transportation and public safety
• Monitoring Report 1.1 on student academic growth
• Monitoring Report 2.3 on using student data for decision making
• Boundary Study Option Area Adjustments (Blue Heron ES/Westgate ES and Mitchell/Fairmount ES)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special retreat session to review its practices and set up the coming year. The agenda includes discussions on board relationships, advocacy, community engagement, and the superintendent evaluation process. The meeting is primarily a discussion session, not a decision-making meeting.

• Retreat session with facilitator Cristin Brown of NorthVision Partners
• Discussion topics: board relationships, advocacy, community engagement, superintendent evaluation
• Meeting held at Jeffco Education Center, 1829 Denver West Dr., Bldg. 27, Golden, CO

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will vote on a tentative agreement with the Jeffco Education Support Professionals Association (JESPA) that includes a 6% cost-of-living adjustment, step increases, and a one-time 1% payment for the 2024-2025 school year. The board will also receive updates on the ERP system replacement, charter school renewals, a food pilot program, the Arvada Aquatic Center construction, and strategic plan priorities.

• Resolution to approve JESPA contract: 6% COLA, step increases, $640/month benefit contribution, one-time 1% payment in November 2024
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) replacement project update from consultants BerryDunn
• Charter renewal process update for five schools; Free Horizon Montessori reversion from district option to charter status
• Arvada Aquatic Center construction update; project cost estimated at $35 million, split with City of Arvada
• Jefferson area school food pilot program update on locally sourced, culturally aligned food options

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a public hearing and then vote to adopt the 2024-25 budget, which includes spending for new contracts with JCEA and JESPA. The board will also recognize state champions and student artists, and adopt proclamations for Pride Month, Gun Violence Awareness Day, and Juneteenth. The meeting begins with an executive session on legal advice regarding teacher dismissals.

• Adoption and appropriation of the 2024-25 budget (fiscal year July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025)
• Public hearing on the 2024-25 budget and public comment on any topic (up to 1 hour)
• Executive session for legal advice on dismissals for non-probationary teachers
• Proclamations: Pride Month, National Gun Violence Awareness Day, Juneteenth Day
• Recognition of winter/spring state champions and 2024 District Art Show purchase award winners

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a study/dialogue session to review items ahead of its June 13 regular meeting. They will discuss the proposed sale of the former Allendale and Zerger elementary school sites, receive updates on the 2024-25 budget, review a school safety monitoring report, and hear a final boundary study report. The board also approved a tentative agreement with the Jefferson County Education Association (JCEA) that includes a 5% cost-of-living increase and other compensation changes.

• Approved tentative JCEA contract: 5% cost-of-living increase, one-time 2% salary payment, $640/month employer health contribution
• Discussion of Allendale and Zerger property sale agreements with CARDEL, vote expected June 13
• FY25 budget update: proposed budget for July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025, adoption planned June 13
• Monitoring report on EL-11 School Safety policy presented for discussion
• Final boundary study report from FLO Analytics on enrollment and school boundaries

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting to consider the superintendent's recommendation not to renew the contract of probationary teacher Peter Rimby, a Special Education Learning Specialist at Maple Grove Elementary. The board voted to approve the non-renewal and to deliver written notice on or before June 1, 2024. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive items on the agenda.

• Non-renewal of probationary teacher Peter Rimby's contract
• Peter Rimby, Special Education Learning Specialist at Maple Grove Elementary
• Notice of non-renewal to be delivered on or before June 1, 2024
• Vote: 3 yeas, 2 abstentions (Danielle M Varda, Michelle Applegate)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special study session to receive and consider the proposed 2024-25 budget, including a presentation from finance staff. The board also approved an agenda amendment to reconsider the May 9 consent agenda vote and will hold a closed executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation. The budget is scheduled for adoption at the June 13, 2024 regular meeting.

• 2024-25 proposed budget presentation and budget book
• FY25 mandatory consumable user fees schedule
• FY25 meal prices (covered by state and federal governments)
• Motion to reconsider May 9 consent agenda vote (items 8.01-8.25)
• Executive session for superintendent evaluation

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will convene in executive session to receive legal advice on an arbitration decision and collective bargaining negotiations, then reconvene in open session for proclamations, public comment, and a study session with the District Accountability Committee. The board will also adopt several proclamations recognizing staff and awareness months.

• Executive session for legal advice on arbitration decision and collective bargaining negotiations
• Proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month, National School Principals' Day, School Lunch Hero Day, National Teacher Appreciation Week, National School Nurse Day, and National Speech Pathologist Day
• Public comment period (up to 1 hour, 3-minute limit per speaker)
• Study session with District Accountability Committee on strategic initiatives
• Recognition of Food and Nutrition Services, Conifer High School newspaper, and Mountain Mommas Foundation

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a study/dialogue session to discuss and receive information on several items, including an update on the ESSER III federal grant, monitoring reports on student support and community engagement, a legislative update, and a proposal to adopt new K-12 science instructional resources. The board will also consider assigning the Trailstone development in Northwest Arvada to specific school boundaries. No formal votes are scheduled; action items will be considered at the May 9 regular meeting.

• ESSER III grant update: $68.2M total, $6.9M to charter schools, $61.3M for district programs
• Proposal to add Imagine Learning: Twig Science (K-8) and Savvas Experience Chemistry, Physics, Biology (high school) to approved resources, estimated cost up to $700,000
• Discussion on assigning Trailstone development to Meiklejohn Elementary, Wayne Carle Middle, and Ralston Valley High boundaries
• Monitoring reports on Board Ends 3.1/3.3 (student needs, health/safety) and 2.2 (community resources)
• Preview of May 9 regular meeting agenda and draft 2024/25 board calendar

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a study session with the Jeffco Schools Foundation, recognize schools and community partners, and vote on a consent agenda of proclamations (e.g., Columbine Day of Service, World Autism Day) and other items. Public comment is scheduled for up to one hour.

• Study session: Jeffco Schools Foundation update (30 min)
• Recognition: Ralston Valley High School Wish Week, Lasley and Lumberg Elementary Talented Teachers, Gold Crown and HOYA Foundations
• Proclamations: Columbine Day of Service (Apr 20), World Autism Day (Apr 2), National School Librarian Day (Apr 12), National Student Athlete Day (Apr 6), Public School Volunteer Week (Apr 22-26), Child Abuse Prevention Month, Day Without Hate (Apr 26)
• Consent agenda items 7.01–7.19 approved with action items 4.01–4.07
• Public comment on any topic, up to 1 hour, 3-minute limit per speaker

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a study/dialogue session to discuss several items, including a recommendation to surplus five former school sites for potential sale or lease, the 2024-25 budget development, a legislative update, and a tax increment revenue agreement with Wheat Ridge. The board will also hear updates from the student leadership board and on newcomer services. No final votes are scheduled; action items are expected at the April 11 regular meeting.

• Property surplus recommendation for Glennon Heights Elementary and Vivian Elementary in Lakewood, and Peck, Thomson, and Parr Elementary in Arvada
• 2024-25 budget development update, with proposed budget in May and final adoption in June
• Tax increment revenue agreement with Wheat Ridge Urban Renewal Authority for Carr Street and Lutheran Legacy Campus plans
• Newcomer services and supports for immigrant and refugee students launching in 2024-25
• Preview of April 11 consent agenda items

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is meeting for an executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss collective bargaining negotiations and matters related to the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of district property. The board will also handle routine procedural items such as approving the agenda. The open portion of the meeting is limited to preliminary actions before the closed session.

• Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(e) for collective bargaining negotiations
• Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(a) to discuss property interests
• Meeting held at 1829 Denver West Drive, Bldg. 27, Golden, CO
• Spanish interpretation available via Zoom

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a study session to review the district's second-quarter financial report with the Financial Oversight Committee and receive an update on capital projects, including the closing of the 2018 CIP. The board will also take action on renewing employee benefit plans for 2024-2025, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. The meeting includes public comment and several consent agenda items, such as proclamations for National Women's History Month, School Social Workers Week, School Breakfast Week, and Read Across America Day.

• Renewal of all employee benefit plans for 2024/2025, including medical (with premium increases), Delta Dental (2.5% increase), and Vision with EyeMed (no increase).
• Discussion on the 2nd Quarter 2023-24 Financial Report with the Financial Oversight Committee.
• Capital update on closing out the 2018 Capital Improvement Program and a new multi-year capital planning strategy.

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a study session to discuss several items, including a proposed agreement to convey about 1.62 acres of district property to the City of Wheat Ridge for the 'Green at 38th' project in exchange for a new parking lot. The board will also receive an update on FY25 budget development, discuss state legislation, and review proposed options for board director district redistricting ahead of a vote at the March 14 regular meeting.

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting that begins with a closed executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations, followed by an open session. The board will also recognize several schools and community partners, adopt proclamations for various observances, and hear public comment. The agenda includes a consent agenda with multiple items, and a motion was made to add a legislative discussion item.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations (C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(e))
• Proclamations for Black History Month, National School Counseling Week, Career and Technical Education Month, National Public Schools Week, National PTA Founders Day, School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, and National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day
• Recognition of Welchester Elementary School for Bright Spot Award, a Jeffco Transition Services student for Blue Star Recycling internship, Betsy Puc and Family Engagement Liaisons, Denver Broncos Foundation, and Hope House in Arvada
• Public comment period (up to 1 hour) on any topic
• Consent agenda items 9.01 through 9.11 (details not provided in agenda text)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting/study session and retreat. They will discuss revisions to Board policy GP-07 on committee structures, receive an update from the District Accountability Committee (DAC) including survey results and budget recommendations, and review Monitoring Report 1.1 on student academic growth. The board will also hold a retreat to review its practices and then convene in a closed executive session to discuss property interests.

• Policy review GP-07, committee structures
• DAC update with 23/24 SAC survey results and 24/25 budget recommendations
• Monitoring Report 1.1 on student academic growth
• Board retreat on function, priorities, coordination, and agenda setting
• Executive session on purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education held a special study session to review several district updates. Key discussions included proposed options for Board Director District redistricting and an update on Spring 2024 negotiations with JCEA and JESPA.

• Presentation of proposed Board Director District redistricting options for a February 15 vote
• JCAA Annual Report presentation by JCAA leadership
• Legislative update regarding state and federal activities
• Monitoring Report 1.4 regarding student life skills and learning mindsets
• Monitoring Report 3.4 regarding respect for student, family, and employee identities

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is meeting for a regular session that includes recognizing fall state champions and community partners, hearing public comment, and approving a consent agenda with multiple items such as minutes, proclamations, and calendar updates. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial contracts listed.

• Recognition of fall state champions and community partners including Jeffco Kids First ($13,000 raised for gloves) and Lakewood Police Department
• Public comment period (up to 1 hour, 3-minute limit per speaker)
• Approval of consent agenda items 4.01-4.24, including minutes from Nov 1 and Nov 9, 2023
• Proclamations for Law Enforcement Day, MLK Jr. Day, National Mentoring Month, and School Board Recognition Month
• Acceptance of updated 2023-24 Board calendar (deletion of Feb 10 retreat day)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting to vote on an expedited charter application from Jefferson Academy to serve the Coal Creek Canyon community, following the closure of Coal Creek Canyon K-8. The board will also adopt the 2022 mill levy certification for 2024 and discuss property dispositions, legislative priorities, and other items.

• Vote on expedited charter application from Jefferson Academy to serve Coal Creek Canyon
• Adoption of 2022 mill levy certification resolution for 2024
• Property disposition update on surplus properties (Allendale, Zerger, Emory elementary schools)
• Discussion of 2024 legislative agenda priorities
• Charter school renewal presentations for Two Roads and Jefferson Academy