Buckeye Unified School District public meetings in 2024
21 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on December 10, 2024. The board is set to vote on several action items, including a revised FY25 budget, an out-of-state travel request for the high school cheer team, and a classified employee wage increase tied to Arizona's minimum wage. The meeting will also include a superintendent's evaluation in executive session and reports from school principals.
- Discussion/Action on the Revised FY25 Budget
- Discussion/Action on out-of-state travel for HS Cheer to Anaheim, CA (Feb. 13-17)
- Discussion/Action on Classified Employee Wage Increase (AZ Minimum Wage Increase)
- Discussion/Action on MOU between BUSD and Bisbee Vogue
- Discussion/Action on the SFD Preventative Maintenance Plan - FY25
GREENWAY SITE BASED COUNCIL
The Greenway Site Based Council will meet to discuss and potentially approve minutes, hear presentations on 2023-2024 school-wide goals, Quarter 1 benchmark scores, the school's letter grade, and committee reports. No major financial or policy decisions are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
- Presentation on 2023-2024 school-wide goals
- Quarter 1 benchmark scores report
- School letter grade update
- Greenway Committee reports
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on November 12, 2024, at 5:45 p.m. The board will take action on several items including the second reading of Policy IKF on graduation requirements, the FY2025 Capital Plan Submittal Form, and the 2024-2025 Classroom Site Fund Plan. They will also discuss and vote on the personnel list, a new School Psychologist/Counselor job description, and an agreement with the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind for specialized services.
- Second reading of Policy IKF on graduation requirements
- Discussion/Action on FY2025 Capital Plan Submittal Form
- Approval of 2024-2025 Classroom Site Fund Plan
- Discussion/Action on personnel list
- Agreement with ASDB for hearing and visual specialized services
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on October 8, 2024, to discuss and take action on several items, including a revision to the graduation policy (IKF), the FY24 Annual Financial Report, a personnel list, and the disposal of old computers. The board will also hear reports from the superintendent and school principals, and consider consent agenda items such as minutes, donations, vouchers, and the financial report for September.
- Discussion/Action on revision of Policy IKF Graduation Requirements
- Discussion/Action on the FY24 Annual Financial Report (AFR)
- Discussion/Action on the personnel list
- Discussion/Action to dispose of computers through Public Surplus or sale for recycling
- First reading of Policy Advisory 801-807 covering multiple policies (BAA, DJE, GCFC, IGA, IMG)
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will consider approving a revised FY25 salary schedule for certified and extra-duty staff, and act on a personnel list including resignations. The board will also hold executive sessions to discuss two student expulsions. Other items include second readings of several policies and a proposed donation of stained glass artifacts to the Bisbee Mining Museum.
- Discussion/Action on approval of the Revised FY 25 Salary Schedule (Certified and Extra Duty)
- Discussion/Action on the personnel list, including resignations and early resignation liquidated damages notices
- Second reading revision of policies DJE (Bidding/Purchasing Procedures) and GCQEA (Retirement of Professional/Support Staff)
- Discussion/Action on the proposed donation of stained glass artifacts to the Bisbee Mining Museum
- Executive sessions for student expulsion hearings (Students 24-001 and 24-002)
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on August 13, 2024. Key action items include voting on the demolition of portable buildings at Greenway Elementary and Lowell School, approving the revised FY25 salary schedule, and authorizing Arizona Rangers to carry firearms on school patrols. The board will also discuss personnel changes, job descriptions, and policy revisions.
- Demolition of portable buildings at Greenway Elementary School and Lowell School
- Approval of revised FY25 salary schedule for certified, substitute, and supplemental staff
- Authorization for Arizona Rangers to carry firearms on school patrols and functions
- First reading of policy revisions on bidding/purchasing procedures and retirement of staff
- Discussion on allowing early kindergarten entry for a child below age requirements
Regular Meeting (RESCHEDULED) SEE DATE NOTED
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on July 10, 2024, starting with a public hearing on the FY25 adopted budget. The board will then consider consent agenda items including minutes, vouchers, donations, financial reports, and various FY25 approvals, followed by action items such as the personnel list, charter/home school participation, and adoption of the 2024-2025 budget.
- Public hearing on FY25 adopted budget
- Approval of FY25 budget as presented
- Approve personnel list
- Approve charter/home school student participation for FY25
- Appoint Monica Solis as Student Activity Fund Treasurer for 2024-2025
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY25 budget, then vote on it along with several contracts and agreements. The board will also consider a new K-8 math curriculum funded by ESSER funds, a special education services contract, and a lease for the Mariachi Festival. Consent agenda items include minutes, vouchers, financial report, and donations.
- Public hearing and vote on FY25 Proposed Budget
- Approval of K-8 math curriculum (Eureka) funded by ESSER funds
- Contract with Stepping Stones Group for special education services 2024-2025
- IGA with Vail USD for Beyond Textbook resources and services
- Lease agreement for 9th Annual Bisbee Mariachi Festival (Nov 2, 2024)
Special Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve the hiring of a new head football coach for Bisbee High School. The board may also vote to enter executive session to discuss candidates, and will consider approving a personnel list that includes a summer school administrator position.
- Discussion/possible approval of Bisbee High School football head coach
- Possible executive session to discuss coaching candidates
- Approval of personnel list including Joni Giacomino as Summer School Administrator
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a public hearing on the revised FY24 budget and then vote on its approval. The board will also consider several contracts and agreements, including a bus lease with the Boys and Girls Club, a special education services contract, and a dual credit agreement with Cochise College. Additionally, the board will discuss and potentially act on the superintendent's contract, job description, and salary, and may enter executive session for personnel matters.
- Public hearing and action on revised FY24 budget
- Lease agreement with Boys and Girls Club for summer bus use at $1.75 per mile
- Contract with Stepping Stones Group for special education services
- Approval of 2024-2025 employee health insurance plan
- Executive session to discuss duties and salary of Jennifer McBeth
Notice of Public Hearing
The Lowell Junior High School and Greenway Elementary School will hold a public hearing on April 16, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. The board will discuss and possibly adopt a new K-8 math curriculum for the 2024-2025 school year. The agenda also includes a call to the public and routine procedural items.
- Discussion/Action on new K-8 math curriculum adoption for 2024-2025
- Call to the Public (speakers must register before meeting)
- Meeting at District Office Board Room, 519 W. Melody Ln., Bisbee, AZ
- Next meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Revised Combined Special and Executive Meetings
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a combined special and executive meeting to interview and discuss the two finalists for District Superintendent, Bryan Bullington and Jennifer McBeth. The board may vote to go into executive session for the interviews, and may select a superintendent conditioned on a background check and contract negotiation. The meeting is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the District Board Room.
- Executive session to interview superintendent finalists Bryan Bullington and Jennifer McBeth
- Possible selection of District Superintendent conditioned on background check and contract
- Meeting at 519 W. Melody Ln., Bisbee, AZ 85603
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on April 9, 2024, at 5:45 p.m. in the Board Room at 519 W. Melody Lane. The board will consider several action items, including approving the FY23 audit report, a continuing resolution with the Cochise County Treasurer, a bus lease agreement with the Boys and Girls Club of Bisbee, and a list of surplus vehicles. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss superintendent interviews with a consultant.
- Approval of FY23 audit report
- Approval of continuing resolution with Cochise County Treasurer
- Lease agreement with Boys and Girls Club of Bisbee for school buses (summer 2024)
- Approval of surplus vehicles list for public auction
- Second reading of 17 policy advisories, including updated graduation requirements (24 credits)
Combined Executive & Special Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a combined executive and special meeting to review superintendent applications and potentially name candidates for interviews. The board may also direct a consultant to contact selected applicants and schedule interviews. The meeting includes an executive session closed to the public, followed by a public special meeting for action items.
- Executive session to review superintendent applications (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1))
- Discussion/action to name candidates for superintendent interviews
- Possible direction to consultant Candyce Pardee to set up interviews
- Future special meeting and superintendent interviews TBA
- Next regular board meeting April 9, 2024 at 5:45 p.m.
Special Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on personnel matters, including an early resignation and waiver of liquidated damages, and to review the superintendent search procedure. The board will also consider approving a personnel list and a rainwater garden installation at Greenway school, offered by Freeport McMoran and Watershed Management Group. The meeting includes executive sessions for personnel and legal advice, and public comment is invited.
- Discussion/Action on Personnel List
- Discussion/Action on Early Resignation of Mr. Holley, effective April 1, 2024, with waiver of liquidated damages
- Discussion/Action on Rainwater Garden Installation at Greenway, with BUSD purchasing mulch and providing volunteer hours
- Executive session on personnel (early resignation, superintendent search)
- Executive session for legal advice on resignation and superintendent search
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on March 12, 2024, at 5:45 p.m. in the Board Room at 519 W. Melody Lane, Bisbee, AZ. The board will take action on the consent agenda (minutes, vouchers, financial report, donations), a personnel list, the first reading of multiple policy advisories, the teacher salary schedule, the supplemental pay schedule, and adding 'Film and TV Production' to Bisbee High School's CTE programs. Discussion items include the FY23 school spending report and district office administrative job duties, followed by an executive session on a staff member's employment.
- Action to add 'Film and TV Production' to Bisbee High School CTE programs for 2024-2025
- Approval of Teacher Salary Schedule (no changes from last year)
- Approval of Supplemental Pay Schedule (LJHS Athletic Coordinator stipend doubled to twice a head coach's stipend)
- First reading of 17 policy advisories, including graduation requirements (BUSD requires 24 credits vs. state's 22)
- Consent agenda: February 2024 expense/payroll vouchers, financial report, donations
Special Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items related to the superintendent search, including reconsidering the contract with ASA, posting the job description, and hiring a coordinator. The board will also consider approving a redesign of the high school gym flooring. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed via Zoom.
- Discussion/Action on reconsidering Contract with ASA for Superintendent Search
- Discussion/Action on posting Superintendent job description with Arizona State Job Search on BUSD website and other pertinent sites
- Discussion/Action to hire a coordinator to assist with the Superintendent's hiring process
- Discussion/Action on approving the redesign of the High School Gym flooring
GREENWAY SITE BASED COUNCIL
The Greenway Site Based Council will hold a public meeting to elect members to the School Site Council, including parents, teachers, staff, and community members. The council will also discuss and take action on benchmark scores, goal alignment updates, and a committee report. The meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2024, at Greenway Elementary School.
- Election of School Site Council members: 3 parents/guardians, 3 teachers, 1 non-certified employee, 2 community members, 1 principal
- Discussion/Action on Benchmark Scores
- Discussion/Action on Goal Alignment Update
- Discussion/Action on Greenway Committee Report
- Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on February 13, 2024, at 5:45 p.m. in the Board Room at 519 W. Melody Lane, Bisbee, AZ. The board will consider approving administrative contracts for principals and the Director of Instruction, selecting a search firm for a new superintendent, and approving the 2024-2025 strategic plan. It will also act on consent agenda items including minutes, vouchers, financial report, and donations, and hear reports from the interim superintendent and school principals.
- Discussion/Action on selecting a search firm for superintendent, with recommendation to enter agreement with Arizona School Administrators
- Discussion/Action on 2024-2025 administrative contracts for Greenway Elementary, Lowell Junior High, and Bisbee High School principals, and Director of Instruction
- Discussion/Action on approving the Strategic Plan and Goals for 2024-2025
- Discussion/Action on lease agreement with Friends of Warren Ballpark for 13th annual Copper City Classic Vintage Baseball tournament (April 6-7, 2024)
- Discussion/Action on MOU with Bisbee Science Exploration and Research Center for use of BUSD facilities for Bisbee Science Lab
Notice of Board Retreat
The Bisbee Unified School District #2 Governing Board will hold a public retreat to discuss the district's Vision, Mission, and Strategic Goals, and to review the board's evaluation. No action will be taken; any changes will be presented at a future meeting.
- Discussion of district Vision, Mission, and Strategic Goals
- Review of current goals for modification, additions, or deletions
- Discussion of District and Campus Initiatives and Programs
- Study session on board evaluation
- No action to be taken at the retreat
Combined Organizational -Regular Meeting
The Bisbee Unified School District Governing Board will hold a combined organizational and regular meeting on January 9, 2024. The board will elect a president and vice president, approve the consent agenda (minutes, vouchers, financial report, donations), and take action on the personnel list, a policy on fund balance reporting, and the 2024-2025 school year calendar. They will also discuss technology policies, superintendent and business manager searches, and hear reports from the interim superintendent and school principals.
- Election of Board President and Vice President for one-year terms
- Approval of December 2023 expense and payroll vouchers
- Approval of personnel list
- Second reading of Policy DICAA on fund balance reporting
- Approval of 2024-2025 school year calendar