Paradise Valley Unified School District public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Governing Board will vote on a $2.1 million contract for chiller upgrades at North Canyon High School and a $332,220 contract for a fire safety stage curtain at Paradise Valley High School. The board will also hold a public hearing and vote on the first budget revision for fiscal year 2024-25. Several policy revisions are up for a second reading and approval.
- Consideration to approve $2,110,246 purchase for central plant chiller upgrades at North Canyon HS
- Consideration to approve $332,220 purchase for fire safety stage curtain at Paradise Valley HS
- Public hearing and approval of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget Revision #1
- Second reading and approval of revisions to five Governing Board policies (GCFC, GDFA, IMG, IGA, DJE)
- Approval of administrative, certified, and support staff personnel actions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to vote on entering executive session to conduct the superintendent's annual mid-year evaluation. The board will not take any action after reconvening the public meeting. The meeting is open to the public until the board votes to go into closed session.
- Call for executive session under A.R.S. § 38-431.03.A(1) for superintendent's mid-year evaluation
- Board will not take action upon reconvening the special meeting
- Meeting will be live streamed on YouTube
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to receive a budget update from Mrs. Barragan and discuss phonics with Dr. Reynolds. The board will also hear an update on Superintendent Goals. The meeting is a study session, so no votes are expected on these items.
- Budget update presented by Mrs. Barragan
- Discussion regarding phonics led by Dr. Reynolds
- Update on Superintendent Goals from Dr. Reynolds
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will consider adopting Resolution No. 569 to authorize the issuance and sale of up to $75 million in School Improvement Bonds (Series A 2025). The board will also vote on new high school courses for 2025-2026, an Arizona School Boards Association bylaw change, and several consent agenda items including a $430,753 HVAC upgrade contract for Desert Shadows Middle School.
- Adoption of Resolution No. 569 authorizing up to $75 million in School Improvement Bonds, Project of 2023, Series A (2025)
- Approval of new courses and revisions for the 2025-2026 High School Course Catalog (second reading)
- Award of RFP 25-08PV for locks, door hardware, and related parts/services (5-year contract)
- Approval of $430,753 for HVAC equipment upgrades at Desert Shadows Middle School from existing contract 22-14PV
- Vote on one bylaw change proposal from the Arizona School Boards Association
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will consider approving nearly $3 million for electrical and lighting upgrades at various sites and $1.1 million for piping and mechanical upgrades at Pinnacle High School. The board will also vote on renewing contracts for technology and floor covering services, and accept a first reading of proposed new high school courses for 2025-2026. Most items are on the consent agenda and will be approved together unless pulled for discussion.
- Purchase from District Contract 22-11PV for Electrical and Lighting Upgrades at Various Sites — Veregy, LLC, $2,997,942
- Purchase from District Contract 22-14PV JOC for Piping and Mechanical Upgrades at Pinnacle HS — Pueblo Mechanical & Controls, LLC, $1,108,687.79
- First Amendment to Option and Easement Agreement with Verizon Wireless at Shadow Mountain High School
- Renewal of District Contract 22-02PV for Technology and Audio-Visual Solutions (Year 4 of 5)
- First reading of proposed new courses and revisions for the 2025-2026 High School Course Catalog
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to discuss and receive presentations on social media's impact on school safety, a repurposing update, achievement and state accountability data, and a voucher review process. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and discussion-based.
- Presentation on social media impact on school safety by Dr. Chris Asmussen
- Repurposing update from Dr. Reynolds and Mrs. Barragan
- Achievement and state accountability data presentation by Ms. Jean Koeppen and Ms. Jessica Harrington
- Discussion on voucher review process led by Dr. Reynolds and President Greenberg
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will consider approving over $4.5 million in HVAC and weatherization projects at Sunrise MS, Grayhawk ES, Paradise Valley HS, and North Canyon HS, along with a new AI tutoring pilot with Khan Academy. The meeting also includes approval of the annual financial report, budget calendar, contract renewals, and routine personnel and field trip items.
- $304,550 for chiller #2 upgrades at Sunrise MS
- $905,515 for fluid cooler upgrades at Grayhawk ES
- $308,365 for air cooled chiller #1 at Paradise Valley HS
- $994,885 for cooling tower and piping upgrades at North Canyon HS
- $1,588,339 for weatherization at North Canyon HS plus $420,110 in bid alternates
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on September 19, 2024, to vote on several policy revisions and approve routine consent agenda items. Key decisions include second readings of policies on basic instructional program (IHA), technology resources (IJNDB), graduation requirements (IKF), admission of transfer students (JFABC), and professional staff hiring (GCF). The board will also consider awarding a five-year contract for turf, tracks, courts, and other surfaces, and approving a first amendment to an easement agreement with Verizon Wireless at Shadow Mountain High School.
- Second reading and approval of revisions to Policy IHA Basic Instructional Program to increase required instructional time on the Holocaust and other genocides
- Second reading and approval of revisions to Policy IJNDB Use of Technology Resources in Instruction addressing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom
- Second reading and approval of revisions to Policy IKF Graduation Requirements to increase required instructional time on the Holocaust and other genocides
- Second reading and approval of revisions to Policy JFABC Admission of Transfer Students to address transfer credits and graduation plans for foster students
- Approval and award of IFB 25-06PV for Turf, Tracks, Courts, and Other Surfaces (5-year contract)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on August 22, 2024. The board will discuss first readings of several policy revisions, including increased instructional time on the Holocaust and other genocides, use of artificial intelligence in classrooms, graduation requirements, and admission of transfer students. The consent agenda includes approval of personnel actions, field trips, and intergovernmental agreements for after-school programs.
- First reading of policy IHA to increase instructional time on the Holocaust and other genocides per HB2779
- First reading of policy IJNDB addressing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in instruction
- First reading of policy IKF on graduation requirements related to Holocaust/genocide instruction
- First reading of policy JFABC on admission of transfer students, including foster student credit policies
- Approval of Resolution No. 567, a five-year IGA with City of Phoenix for PAC after-school programs at four elementary schools
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will consider and vote on a consent agenda with 18 items, including major contracts and personnel actions. Key decisions include approving a $1.4 million chiller replacement at Greenway Middle School, a $5 million authorization for private day schools, and an intergovernmental agreement with Phoenix for 17 school resource officers. The board will also discuss and may approve the 2025 political agenda of the Arizona School Boards Association and the superintendent's performance pay goals.
- Consideration and approval of Resolution No. 565, an IGA with Phoenix for 17 school resource officers for 2024-2025
- Approval to use private day schools with an estimated $5,000,000 amount
- Chiller replacement at Greenway MS for $1,401,921.16 purchase and $362,291.45 rental
- Tower yard piping upgrades at Shea MS for $414,816.32
- Walk-in cooler/freezer combo box at Pinnacle HS for $307,066.03
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting and public hearings, including a Truth in Taxation hearing on a proposed property tax increase and a hearing on the FY2025 annual budget. The board will consider approving the budget and expenditure of insurance proceeds, along with consent agenda items such as personnel actions, contracts, and financial approvals.
- Public hearing and approval of FY2025 budget with property tax increase
- Award RFP 25-001 for Special Education Contracted Services, $1,150,000
- Purchase from PV Contract 22-02PV for Security and Managed Services, $427,438.85
- Renew PV Contract 22-008 for Chromebook Repair Services, $180,000
- Approve bank accounts, credit cards, and signatories for FY2025
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a retreat to discuss board norms, self-evaluation, and communication protocols. They will also review the superintendent's evaluation instrument, timeline, performance-based pay, and draft goals for 2024-2025, as well as the strategic plan and a policy on public participation. No formal decisions are listed except adjournment.
- Review of Board Norms and self-evaluation results
- Discussion of 2024-2025 Superintendent Evaluation Instrument, timeline, and Performance Based Pay
- Review of draft Superintendent Goals and Objectives for 2024-2025
- Review of Board Policy BEDH - Public Participation at Board Meetings
- Review of the Strategic Plan
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to conduct the superintendent's annual evaluation and consider performance-based pay. The board will vote on whether to enter executive session for the evaluation, then reconvene to approve a specific pay amount by June 30, 2024.
- Call for executive session under ARS §38-431.03.A(1) for superintendent's evaluation and performance-based pay discussion
- Consideration and approval of superintendent's performance-based pay, up to $12,500 per contract dated June 20, 2022
- Meeting held at Governing Board Room, 15002 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, Arizona
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will vote on the proposed FY2024-25 expenditure budget, a $683,295.30 Chromebook purchase from Bluum USA, and several contract renewals. The consent agenda also includes personnel actions, field trips, and financial reports. The meeting is largely routine, with most items approved as a block unless pulled for discussion.
- Approve FY2024-25 annual expenditure budget
- Purchase Chromebooks for students from Bluum USA, Inc. for $683,295.30
- Renew contracts for furniture, mechanical services, charter buses, athletic trainers, and web/mass notification systems
- Approve 2024-2025 organizational chart with new positions
- Approve intergovernmental agreement with Arizona Board of Regents for FAFSA summer support
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on May 16, 2024, to consider consent agenda items including personnel actions, field trips, and several construction contracts. Notable items include a $427,438.85 purchase for SmartNet Licensing, a $186,793 restroom renovation at Eagle Ridge ES, a $335,193 baseball field renovation at Paradise Valley HS, and a $759,809 site improvement at Sunrise MS. The board will also discuss policy priorities for the Arizona School Boards Association 2025 political agenda and consider adopting a resolution for refunding bonds.
- Approve $427,438.85 purchase from PV Contract 22-02PV for SmartNet Licensing with Hye Tech Network & Security Solutions
- Approve $186,793 restroom renovation at Eagle Ridge ES via Contract 23-15PV with McCarthy Building Companies
- Approve $335,193 baseball field renovation at Paradise Valley HS via Contract 23-15PV with CHASSE Building Team
- Approve $759,809 site improvements at Sunrise MS via Contract 23-15PV with CHASSE Building Team
- Consider Resolution No. 561 authorizing issuance and sale of PVUSD Refunding Bonds Series 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on May 2, 2024, to consider consent agenda items including contract renewals and purchases, plus a budget revision. Notable actions include renewing a $6 million custodial, grounds, and maintenance contract, approving a $1.4 million kitchen and cafeteria remodel at Paradise Valley High School, and approving a revised FY 2023-24 expenditure budget of $271,885,097. The board will also discuss legislative priorities for the Arizona School Boards Association.
- Renew PV Contract 20-01PV for Custodial, Grounds, and Maintenance Services, Year 5 of 5, $6,000,000
- Approve purchase from PV Contract 23-15PV for Kitchen and Cafeteria Remodel at Paradise Valley HS, $1,409,424.47
- Approve FY 2023-24 Annual Expenditure Budget Revision #2, M&O amount $271,885,097
- Approve purchase from PV Contract 22-11PV for Electrical and Lighting Upgrades at Various Sites, $2,990,154.00
- Approve Resolution No. 560, Intergovernmental Agreement with North Valley Education Consortium (2024-2029)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on April 18, 2024, to consider consent agenda items and several policy revisions. Key actions include approving a $697,668 contract for site improvements at Palomino Intermediate, personnel actions, field trips, and second readings of multiple policy updates. The meeting also includes recognitions and reports.
- Approve $697,668 purchase from PV Contract 23-15PV for site improvements at Palomino Intermediate with McCarthy Builders
- Approve administrative personnel action for Assistant Superintendent of Leadership - Elementary
- Approve revisions to policies BGE, CFD, GBEF, GDC, EBAA, ECB, EEAA, JJE, and IKF (second readings)
- Accept Student Activities Fund Financial Report as of March 31, 2024
- Ratify vouchers and accept gifts and donations
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on April 4, 2024, to consider a consent agenda that includes approving over $2.5 million in purchases for technology, construction, and renovations at several schools. The board will also vote on renewing agreements for career and technical education programs, approving the 2024-2025 teacher evaluation system, and accepting personnel actions, including two administrative resignations.
- Approve $576,470 for controls and DVC upgrades at Pinnacle HS Building F
- Approve $347,915 for unified computing system software and support
- Approve $279,073 for lobby/staff restrooms addition at Eagle Ridge ES
- Approve $263,435 for roof drains at Hidden Hills ES
- Approve renewal of IGA with West-MEC for career and technical education programs
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting with an executive session. Key actions include approving a contract for Dr. Jason Reynolds as Interim Superintendent effective July 1, 2024, and adopting a K-6 reading curriculum resource (second reading). The board will also consider numerous consent agenda items, including facility contracts and personnel actions.
- Approve contract for Dr. Jason Reynolds as Interim Superintendent, effective July 1, 2024
- Adopt K-6 Reading Curriculum Resources (second reading)
- Approve $1,814,793 roof upgrade at Mercury Mine ES (Progressive Roofing)
- Approve $1,302,505 site improvement at Echo Mountain Prim and $1,688,054 at Echo Mountain Int (Core Construction)
- Approve $355,193 kitchen equipment for Paradise Valley HS remodel (Willmeng Construction)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to vote on entering an executive session to discuss and receive legal advice regarding the Interim Superintendent contract. Following the closed session, the board may authorize the attorney to negotiate contract terms. The meeting is open to the public only for the initial vote and reconvening.
- Vote to enter executive session under A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(3) and (4) for legal advice on Interim Superintendent contract
- Possible authorization for attorney to negotiate contract terms for the Interim Superintendent
- Special meeting held at Governing Board Room, 15002 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Public portions streamed via YouTube
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss interim superintendent contract terms and employee group negotiations. The board will vote on consent agenda items including multiple construction contracts, personnel actions, field trips, and student hearing recommendations, plus a presentation on Career and Technical Education and acceptance of the 2022-23 audit reports.
- Approve $295,000 painting contract for Mountain Trail MS weatherization (A & H Painting)
- Approve $486,766-$496,290 millwork/electrical work at Boulder Creek ES, Pinnacle Peak Prep, Sonoran Sky ES, Whispering Wind Academy (Sun Valley, Inc.)
- Approve $192,883 field renovations at Mountain Trail MS (CHASSE Building Team)
- Approve $229,261 restroom renovations at Horizon HS (H & B Builders)
- Approve $278,371 and $195,474 locker room renovations at Paradise Valley and Shadow Mountain HS (Rytan Construction)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will consider closing Sunset Canyon Elementary, Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary, and Vista Verde Middle School effective July 1, 2024, due to declining enrollment and budget implications. The board will also vote on related boundary changes that consolidate these schools with receiving schools and redraw attendance areas. Other action items include approving several facility contracts, personnel actions, and routine consent agenda items. An executive session may be held to discuss hiring an interim superintendent.
- Close Sunset Canyon Elementary, Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary, and Vista Verde Middle School effective July 1, 2024
- Approve boundary changes consolidating schools and redrawing attendance areas for 2024-2025
- Purchase $292,048.03 contract for fluid cooler refurbishments at Shadow Mountain HS
- Purchase $176,851.00 contract for acoustical ceiling upgrades at Paradise Valley HS
- Purchase $245,474.21 contract for bleacher upgrades at Pinnacle HS
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a community forum and public hearing to receive public comment on potential closures of Hidden Hills, Sunset Canyon, Desert Springs Preparatory, and Vista Verde Middle schools, and boundary changes affecting 16 other campuses, due to declining enrollment. The board will also discuss the proposals and take questions from the audience. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is for public input only.
- Potential closures: Hidden Hills Elementary, Sunset Canyon Elementary, Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary, Vista Verde Middle
- Boundary changes proposed for Desert Trails, Sonoran Sky, Larkspur, Desert Cove, Eagle Ridge, Pinnacle Peak Prep, Grayhawk, Liberty, North Ranch, Greenway, Sunrise, Shea
- Receiving schools include Larkspur, Desert Cove, Eagle Ridge, Pinnacle Peak Prep, Grayhawk, Liberty, North Ranch, Greenway, Sunrise, Shea
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Held at Paradise Valley High School Auditorium, 3950 E. Bell Road, Phoenix
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting primarily to vote on whether to enter an executive session to receive legal advice from the district attorney regarding the superintendent selection process. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, pledge, roll call, and adjournment. If approved, the executive session will be closed to the public.
- Vote to convene executive session under A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(3) for legal advice on superintendent selection
- Special meeting held at Governing Board Room, 15002 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Meeting streamed live on YouTube for public access
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its organizational meeting to elect a 2024 president and president pro tem, then a regular meeting to approve consent agenda items and several construction purchases. Key actions include renewing a $54,000 public affairs consulting contract and approving over $2.2 million in EMS, gym, and plumbing upgrades at four schools.
- Elect 2024 Board President and President Pro Tem
- Renew PV Contract 22-06PV for public affairs consulting, $54,000 (Year 3 of 5)
- Approve $534,672.12 for EMS upgrades at Boulder Creek ES and $531,276.98 at Desert Trails ES (Pueblo Mechanical)
- Approve $298,984.78 for gym tower and pump upgrades at Horizon HS (Pueblo Mechanical)
- Approve $809,316.48 for architectural design for plumbing replacement at Shadow Mountain HS (Architechnology)