San Juan School District public meetings in 2020
9 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Imported Meetings: 2012- 2026
The San Juan School District Board is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including an update on the COVID-19 student re-entry plan, a proposal from Utah State University for an educational site in Monument Valley, and the repeal or update of outdated district policies. The board will also review the River Region internet project, the business administrator position, and a proposed 2021-2022 school calendar. Consent agenda items, including minutes, financial reports, and personnel, were approved.
- COVID-19 re-entry plan update: monitoring classroom visits, enrollment options, testing, and winter sports
- Discussion of USU proposed educational site in Monument Valley (previously discussed in Oct/Nov)
- Repeal of Policy 1410 (Student Teachers and Internships) and Policy 2110 (Legal Status of School District)
- Approval of changes to Policy 2220 (Elections)
- Discussion of Business Administrator position vacancy and next steps
Imported Meetings: 2012- 2026
The San Juan School District Board will hold its monthly meeting, covering a range of discussions and possible actions. Key items include updates on the COVID-19 reentry plan, a potential staff appreciation compensation, approval of sex education materials and speakers, and a proposal from Utah State University for an educational site in Monument Valley. The board will also review the FY20 audit report, student fee waivers, and a draft 2021-2022 school calendar.
- COVID-19 staff appreciation compensation discussion and possible action
- Sex education committee materials and speakers recommendations (approved)
- USU proposed educational site in Monument Valley (discussion only)
- River Region internet project and LAN contract discussion
- FY20 audit report presentation
Imported Meetings: 2012- 2026
The San Juan School District Board held its monthly meeting on October 14, 2020, covering a range of discussion and action items. The board approved the consent agenda, including minutes, financial reports, and personnel actions. They also took action on COVID-19 re-entry plan modifications, adopted new policies on Title IX sexual harassment and attendance, and approved LEA-specific license requests. Discussions included updates on the SJ Quest model, a USU proposal for an educational site in Monument Valley, the ACE Native Youth grant, the Early Intervention Program contract non-renewal, and the River Region internet project.
- Approved motion to remove parental discretionary option from COVID-19 Option 2 and allow Superintendent to administer new parameters; October 19 designated as Teacher/Staff work day.
- Adopted Policy 4115 (Title IX Sexual Harassment) on final reading.
- Approved changes to Policy 6140 (Attendance and Absences), adding emergency measures for monitoring attendance.
- Discussed USU proposal for developing an educational site in Monument Valley.
- Discussed non-renewal of Early Intervention Program contract with the State of Utah.
Imported Meetings: 2012- 2026
The San Juan School District Board will discuss and potentially act on several items, including an update on the COVID-19 student re-entry plan, capital projects (track resurfacing, HVAC, ARL expansion), and proposed policy changes on Title IX sexual harassment and attendance. The board will also consider approving LEA-specific licenses, CTE student use of LinkedIn, and a property offer in Bluff. Consent agenda items include minutes, financial reports, and personnel.
- COVID-19 Student Re-Entry Plan update and next steps
- Capital projects: MHS HVAC out for bid (closes Oct 14), ARL expansion plans, track resurfacing in 7-10 years
- Proposed SJSD Policy 4115 (Title IX Sexual Harassment) and Policy 6140 (Attendance and Absences)
- Approval of LEA-specific licenses/endorsements
- CTE student use of LinkedIn as portfolio platform
Imported Meetings: 2012- 2026
The San Juan School District Board is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including the COVID-19 student re-entry plan, fall sports schedules, and a possible alternate care site at Whitehorse High School. The board will also consider accepting a bid for Bluff property and setting a fee for online payments.
- Approved COVID-19 Student Re-Entry Plan Next Steps
- Discussed contingency planning for an Alternate Care Site at Whitehorse High School
- Approved 2020-21 Fall Activity Schedules, suspending activities for 100% virtual schools
- Voted not to charge a 2.99% convenience fee for online payments
- Accepted the high bid for Bluff property
Imported Meetings: 2012- 2026
The San Juan School District Board met on June 23, 2020, to approve the FY20-21 budget, including a certified tax rate of .007657 and a 0.25% cost-of-living adjustment for staff. The board discussed the demolition of the District Monticello Rental Home, with bids ranging from $50,000 to $55,000 for demolition and over $75,000 for repairs, recommending demolition for future development. Additionally, the board approved Policy 4129 regarding LEA-specific licenses and accepted findings from an employee grievance hearing.
- Approval of FY20-21 Budget with certified tax rate of .007657
- Discussion of Monticello Rental Home demolition (bids: $50,000-$55,000) vs. repairs ($75,380+)
- Approval of SJSD Policy 4129 update for LEA-Specific License
- Acceptance of Finding of Facts and Advisory of Hearing Officer in employee grievance
- Public hearing held for the 2020-21 Budget
Imported Meetings: 2012- 2026
The San Juan School District board met on April 8, 2020, to discuss the district's COVID-19 response, proposed school land trust plans for 2020-21, and potential changes to district leadership and HR roles. The board also approved Policy 1250 on relations with other educational agencies and handled routine consent agenda items. The meeting included a closed session for real property, litigation, and personnel matters.
- COVID-19 response update by Superintendent Ron Nielson, referencing Navajo Nation and Utah Department of Health orders
- Discussion of School Land Trust Plans for 2020-21 from multiple schools (e.g., ARL, BES, LaSal, MES, MHS, MZC, SJH, WHS)
- First preview of proposed Policy 1250 on relations with other educational agencies regarding high-stakes testing
- Capital project updates for Bluff Elementary and Montezuma Creek Gym
- Proposed changes to district leadership hierarchy and HR Assistant to HR Specialist position
Imported Meetings: 2012- 2026
The San Juan School District Board will discuss and accept public input on the proposed 2020-2021 Program Sustainability Fee Schedule, including concerns about fees and out-of-state trips. They will also review updates to personnel policies (4000 series), a building use policy with proposed daily rates, and possible action on soccer field construction. The board will also consider trust land addenda for Monticello Elementary and Navajo Mountain High School, and approve consent agenda items.
- Proposed 2020-2021 Program Sustainability Fee Schedule discussion
- Fee waiver and fundraiser policy update to comply with state law
- Building use policy with proposed rates: $250 half-day, $500 full-day
- Possible action on soccer field construction at SJH
- Trust land addenda for Monticello Elementary and Navajo Mountain High School
Imported Meetings: 2012- 2026
The San Juan School District Board met on January 22, 2020, at Monument Valley High School. They discussed and approved several items, including a lease for an ambulance shed for Utah Navajo Health Systems, the Impact Aid application, the Native American Policy and Procedure Manual, and letters of support for counseling and Native Youth programs. The board also discussed fee waiver policies and building use policy changes.
- Approved UNHS ambulance shed at Option A location on Monument Valley property
- Approved 2020-2021 Impact Aid Application
- Approved Native American Policy and Procedure Manual 2020-21
- Approved Building Use Policy with removal of $40 facility usage fee, pending second reading
- Approved letters of support for school counselors and Native Youth Community Project grant