Deer Valley Unified School District public meetings in 2021

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board to convene an executive session. The Board will discuss the employment, assignment, and relationship of the superintendent, as permitted under Arizona law. No public votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for private discussion.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 to discuss Superintendent employment and Board-Superintendent relationship

The meeting scheduled for December 14, 2021, was rescheduled to January 25, 2022. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special meeting to convene an executive session for legal advice on personnel matters. The primary item is discussion of the recommendation for an Elementary 32 Principal under Arizona law allowing closed sessions for employment decisions.

• Discussion of recommendation for Elementary 32 Principal (A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1)

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss the recommendation of an Elementary 32 Principal. No public votes on personnel actions were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss Elementary 32 Principal recommendation (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley USD Governing Board will vote on issuing up to $35 million in school improvement bonds for technology, building renewal, replacement vehicles, and partially funding a new elementary school (School #32). The board will also appoint JoAnn Schwarting as principal of that school. Other items include reports on enrollment (32,792 students) and a COVID-19 update.

• Authorize sale of up to $35,000,000 in Series B school improvement bonds
• Approve JoAnn Schwarting as principal of School #32
• Fall sports awards for Sandra Day O'Connor High School state champions and runner-ups
• Student enrollment report: 32,792 (1.9% change from last year)
• Safe & Healthy Schools COVID-19 update by Deputy Superintendent Dr. Gary Zehrbach

The Governing Board approved the issuance and sale of both school improvement and refunding bonds. Other key actions included appointing a new principal for School #32 and extending COVID-19 sick leave for employees.

• Authorized issuance and sale of school improvement bonds (5-0)
• Authorized issuance and sale of refunding bonds (5-0)
• Appointed JoAnn Schwarting as Principal of School #32 (5-0)
• Approved two weeks (up to 80 hours) of COVID-19 related sick leave (5-0)
• Approved Pre-Construction Job Order Contract with CORE Construction for High School Media Center Modernization (5-0)
• Approved ADM Group as Architect for classroom expansions at Union Park and Sonoran Foothills Schools (5-0)
• Approved Special Education Services Agreement with Dysart Unified School District (5-0)
• Approved payroll and expense vouchers totaling $22,919,967.68 (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will adopt the meeting agenda, hear a program update on Las Brisas Elementary, and vote on the administration's recommendation to approve new elementary boundaries that add Elementary #32. The boundary decision includes keeping the Aloravita community in the Terramar boundary area. The meeting also includes routine opening items and a notice of future meeting dates.

• Adopt agenda (action, procedural)
• Las Brisas Elementary program update (report)
• Approve new elementary boundaries to include Elementary #32 (action)
• Future meeting dates and events (information)

The Governing Board approved the administration's recommendation for new elementary boundaries (Option 3.D) to include Elementary #32. The approval included a specific exception to keep the Aloravita community within the Terramar boundary area.

• Approved New Elementary Boundaries Option 3.D for Elementary #32, keeping Aloravita community in Terramar boundary (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting for an executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation and performance pay goals for the 2021-22 school year. This meeting follows the regular board meeting and is closed to the public under Arizona law.

• Discussion of Superintendent Evaluation / Performance Pay Goals SY 2021-22 in executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation and performance pay goals for the 2021-22 school year. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (3-0)
• Approved call for executive session regarding Superintendent Evaluation / Performance Pay Goals SY 2021-22 (3-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The board adopted the agenda and heard reports on student enrollment (32,863, up 2.2%) and COVID-19. They approved a revision of Policy IMB on teaching controversial/sensitive issues (4-1 vote) and tabled approval of new elementary boundaries for School #32 to a special meeting on November 30.

• Approval of revised Policy IMB on controversial/sensitive issues (4-1 vote; Kim Fisher dissenting)
• Tabling of new elementary boundaries for Elementary #32 to November 30 special meeting
• Recognition of Anthony Bates Foundation for donating 24 CPR manikins and 12 AED trainers
• Student enrollment report: 32,863 as of October 27 (2.2% increase from prior year)
• COVID-19 update from Deputy Superintendent Dr. Gary Zehrbach

The Governing Board approved revised language for Policy IMB regarding teaching about controversial and sensitive issues. The board also approved several financial vouchers and personnel changes, while tabling a decision on new elementary school boundaries.

• Approved revised Policy IMB on Teaching about Controversial / Sensitive Issues (4-1)
• Tabled approval of New Elementary Boundaries to include Elementary #32 (5-0)
• Approved Payroll Voucher #8 ($8,938,512.24), Payroll Voucher #9 ($8,964,289.76), and Expense Vouchers ($8,185,798.63) (5-0)
• Approved employee request for separation of employment (3-2)
• Approved Negotiated Solution Team (NST) Revised Salary Recommendation for 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved ASBA bylaw change proposal to create a Board of Directors seat for Hispanic and Native American interests (4-1)
• Approved electrical easement with Arizona Public Service (APS) for Elementary #32 (5-0)
• Approved three amendments to the Head Start Program Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Phoenix (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special executive session to discuss the superintendent's employment and relationship with the board, as permitted under Arizona law. The meeting includes only procedural items and is closed to the public.

• Discussion of superintendent employment and board relationship under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss the relationship between the Board and the Superintendent. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session for Board/Superintendent relationship discussion (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Study Session

This is a special study session of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board. The single agenda item is a presentation and discussion on board member roles, responsibilities, and legal compliance, led by attorneys from Udall Shumway and Gust Rosenfeld. No public comment or voting is scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Presentation on board member roles, responsibilities, and legal compliance by attorneys Denise Lowell-Britt and Rob Haws

The Governing Board conducted a study session featuring presentations from attorneys Denise Lowell-Britt and Rob Haws regarding board member roles, responsibilities, and legal compliance. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were taken during this session.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board held entirely in executive session. The only item is discussion or consultation with the attorney for legal advice concerning a personnel investigation. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.3 for legal advice on a personnel investigation

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to receive legal advice regarding a personnel investigation. No substantive public decisions were made during this meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on a personnel investigation (4-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hear a presentation from City of Phoenix officials on how planned growth could affect future enrollment. The board will also recognize top-scoring AzM2 students, receive finance and enrollment reports, and consider a consent agenda including student travel approvals and meeting minutes.

• Recognition of 7 students from Sierra Verde STEAM Academy and Terramar Academy of the Arts for highest AzM2 scale scores
• Presentation by City of Phoenix directors on future enrollment impact from planned growth in DVUSD region
• Finance reports including student enrollment of 32,860 (2.5% change from last year) and bond/override expenditure summaries
• COVID-19 update from Deputy Superintendent Dr. Gary Zehrbach
• Consent agenda items including student travel to Western Region Leadership Conference, Disneyland Broadway Magic Class, and Tantasqua Show Choir Spectacular

The Governing Board approved a consent agenda including payroll and expense vouchers totaling over $14.3M. The board also approved the 2020-21 Annual Financial Report and the 2021-22 Amended Certified Performance Pay Plan. Several district policies regarding auditing, purchasing, and hiring were adopted.

• Approved Payroll Voucher #7 for $9,024,884.63 and expense vouchers totaling $5,377,306.52 (3-0)
• Approved Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2020-21 (3-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Amended Certified Performance Pay Plan (3-0)
• Approved SFB 2020-21 Preventative Maintenance Program Report (3-0)
• Approved policies for Audits/Financial Monitoring, Purchasing, Professional Staff Hiring, and Support Staffing Hiring (3-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (3-0)
• Approved emergency procurement for charter bus services (3-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (3-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, limited to an executive session. The board will discuss legal advice from its attorney regarding a personnel investigation, as permitted by state law. No public decisions are expected, as the session is closed.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.3 for legal advice on a personnel investigation

The Governing Board met in executive session to receive legal advice regarding a personnel investigation. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice regarding a personnel investigation (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hear a Safe & Healthy Schools report on COVID-19 status from Deputy Superintendent Dr. Gary Zehrbach. Pre-meeting awards recognize 5 students from Highland Lakes School for the highest AzM2 scale scores and Dr. JoAnn Schwarting, Principal of Desert Mountain School, as 2020-21 Principal of the Year. The board will also consider approving consent agenda items including minutes from previous meetings and allow public comment.

• Safe & Healthy Schools report on COVID-19 status
• Recognition of 5 Highland Lakes School students for top AzM2 scores
• Recognition of Dr. JoAnn Schwarting as Principal of the Year
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from September 14, 2021 meetings
• Call to the Public for comments up to 3 minutes each

The Governing Board approved a contract with DLR Group to serve as the architect for modernizing high school media centers. The board also passed a consent agenda including multiple policy updates and significant payroll and expense vouchers.

• Approved 1GPA contract with DLR Group for High School Media Centers modernization (4-1)
• Approved Payroll Voucher #6 for $8,954,203 and expense vouchers totaling $30,775,754.22 (4-1)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (5-0)
• Approved policies on School Year, Basic Instructional Program, and Family Life Education (4-1)
• Approved policies on Suicide Prevention, Instruction Resources, and Textbook Selection (4-1)
• Approved policies on Controversial Issues, Student Discipline, Suspension, and Expulsion (4-1)
• Approved policy on Parental Involvement in Education (4-1)
• Approved human resources changes, donations, and student travel (4-1)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to convene an executive session. The session is authorized under state law to discuss records exempt from public inspection, specifically a recommendation for expulsion. No public action is expected on this item.

• Discussion of recommendation for expulsion in executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.2 and §15-843

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss records exempt from public inspection. The session focused on a recommendation for expulsion. No public votes on the recommendation were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss expulsion recommendation (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Public Hearing

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special public hearing to discuss two items: a revision of the 2021-22 expenditure budget required to update adopted budget forms due to the late legislative session, and the adoption of an Instructional Time Model (ITM) as permitted by HB 2862. The board may take action on these items after the hearing. The ITM would allow flexible instruction such as remote learning, project-based learning, and weekend courses, with a clarification that distance learners will be marked absent when not participating.

• Public hearing on Revision #1 of the 2021-22 Expenditure Budget, required to update state forms after late legislative session
• Public hearing on adoption of an Instructional Time Model (ITM) under HB 2862, with clarifications for distance learner attendance
• Second public hearing on ITM; first was August 24, 2021
• Proposal to adopt the Deer Valley Instructional Time Model at the Regular Board Meeting following the hearing
• Meeting held at District Office Governing Board Room, with limited capacity due to COVID-19 guidelines

The Governing Board conducted public hearings regarding the Revised 2021-22 Expenditure Budget and Instructional Time Models. No public comments were recorded for either item, and no formal votes were taken on the budget or instructional models during this meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-1)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Study Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special study session to discuss the addenda process. The meeting follows the regular board meeting and includes only procedural items and one study session topic.

• Study session on DVUSD Addenda Process (PDF attached)

The Governing Board met for a study session to review addenda presented by the Deputy Superintendents of Human Resources and Fiscal Business & Services. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved a K-12 Visual Arts Curriculum Adoption from The Art of Education at a cost of $216,803, with a 4-1 vote. The board also heard a finance report showing enrollment of 32,941 students and a Safe & Healthy Schools COVID-19 update. A consent agenda including approval of previous meeting minutes was passed.

• K-12 Visual Arts Curriculum Adoption approved for $216,803
• Student enrollment report: 32,941 students as of August 25, 2021
• Safe & Healthy Schools COVID-19 update presented by Dr. Gary Zehrbach
• Pre-meeting awards: AzM2 highest scale scores for 18 students and Educators Rising National Champion Mackenzie Bremser
• Consent agenda approved including minutes from August 10 and August 24 meetings

The Governing Board approved a new K-12 visual arts curriculum and Revision #1 to the 2021-22 Expenditure Budget. The board also authorized pay increases for substitute teachers and custodial extra duty pay. Several district policies and intergovernmental agreements were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved K-12 Visual Arts Curriculum Adoption (4-1)
• Adopted Revision #1 to the 2021-22 Expenditure Budget (5-0)
• Approved increasing substitute pay rates for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved Custodial Extra Duty Pay for non-classified/hourly staff (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Instructional Time Model (5-0)
• Approved Policy BEDD - Rules of Order (4-1)
• Approved Payroll Vouchers #4 ($8,242,715.76) and #5 ($8,859,555.70) (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (4-1)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Public Hearing

This is a special public hearing of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board to receive public comment on adopting an Instructional Time Model (ITM) as allowed by HB 2862. The ITM would allow the district to meet instructional hour requirements through alternative methods such as remote instruction, project-based learning, and mastery-based learning. A second hearing is scheduled for September 14, 2021, with a board vote to follow. The meeting is held with COVID-19 capacity limits and social distancing.

• Public hearing on proposed Instructional Time Model (ITM) to satisfy instructional hour requirements via remote, project-based, or mastery-based learning

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will consider approving an adjustment to the K-12 Gifted ELA curriculum adoption costing $97,042. The board also will receive updates on COVID-19 safety and grading practices, and vote on a consent agenda including minutes, student travel, and personnel changes.

• Approve adjusted K-12 Gifted ELA curriculum adoption at $97,042
• Update on Safe & Healthy Schools regarding COVID-19
• Update on DVUSD grading practices
• Approve student travel for Deer Valley High School yearbook workshop to Dallas, TX
• Approve Human Resources changes (hires, resignations, leaves, transfers)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, held almost entirely in executive session. The only substantive item is a closed-door discussion about the superintendent's contract extension, evaluation, and performance pay for the 2020-2021 school year. All other agenda items are procedural (call to order, roll call, adoption of agenda, adjournment). No public decisions are scheduled.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 to discuss Superintendent Contract Extension, evaluation, and performance pay for SY21

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss the Superintendent's contract extension. No public votes on the contract were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss Superintendent contract extension (4-0)
• Adjourned the executive session (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

This is a routine regular meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board. The board will receive a report on 2021 summer programming and vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of prior meeting minutes and student travel for DECA leadership camps.

• Summer programming report presented by Dr. Gayle Galligan and Kathy White
• Approve student travel for Deer Valley HS and Barry Goldwater HS to DECA Leadership Camp in Williams, AZ
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from four July 2021 executive sessions and one public hearing
• No awards segment this meeting
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker, 30-minute limit)

The Governing Board approved a construction contract for the Innovation Center and authorized several payroll and expense vouchers. The board also approved the Superintendent's 2021-22 performance pay goals and professional travel. Various consent items, including human resources changes and student travel, were approved.

• Awarded $2,514,433 GMP contract to Chasse Building Team for Innovation Center Project (5-0)
• Approved Payroll Vouchers #1 ($678,789.04) and #2 ($1,825,462.96) and Expense Vouchers ($3,286,876.86) (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent's 2021-22 Performance Pay Goals (4-1)
• Approved Superintendent travel to AASA National Conference in Nashville, TN (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (5-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (4-1)
• Approved MOUs with Southwest Behavioral & Health Services for wellness counselors (5-0)
• Approved human resources changes and student travel (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved a levy of increased primary property taxes to cover expenditures above the state spending limit. The board also adopted the 2021-22 expenditure budget and approved the appointment of a new principal for Aspire K-6. An employee termination was approved on a split vote.

• Approved increased primary property tax levy (A.R.S. 15-905.01) by a 3-2 roll call vote
• Adopted the 2021-22 Expenditure Budget
• Approved Laura Victor as Principal of Aspire K-6
• Approved employee termination (4-1, with Kim Fisher dissenting)
• Approved use of insurance proceeds for FY 2021-22 and consent agenda including payroll/expense vouchers totaling over $13M

The Governing Board approved the 2021-22 expenditure budget and voted to levy an increased primary property tax rate to cover expenditures exceeding the state spending limit. The Board also appointed a new principal for Aspire K-6 and extended COVID-19 sick leave for employees.

• Adopted 2021-22 Expenditure Budget (5-0)
• Approved increased primary property tax rate (3-2)
• Appointed Laura Victor as Principal of Aspire K-6 (5-0)
• Approved use of insurance proceeds for Fiscal Year 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved employee termination (4-1)
• Authorized up to 80 hours of COVID-19 related sick leave (5-0)
• Approved payroll and expense vouchers totaling $13,278,857.74 (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state employee professional development (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Governing Board will convene an executive session to discuss the Superintendent's evaluation and performance pay goals for the 2021-22 school year. This meeting is held pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 regarding employment matters.

• Superintendent Evaluation / Performance Pay Goals SY 2021-22

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss the Superintendent's evaluation and performance pay goals for the 2021-22 school year. No public votes on policy or spending were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for Executive Session regarding Superintendent Evaluation / Performance Pay Goals SY 2021-22 (4-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Public Hearing

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting with two public hearings. The first hearing addresses the Truth in Taxation statement, seeking to raise $900,000 in additional taxes for adjacent ways. The second hearing presents the proposed 2021-22 expenditure budget for public comment before possible adoption.

• Public hearing on Truth in Taxation for FY2021-22 with proposed $900,000 increase in primary property taxes
• Public hearing on adoption of the official 2021-22 expenditure budget
• Meeting limited to 75 attendees due to COVID-19 guidelines, masks optional
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker, 30 minutes total

The Governing Board conducted public hearings regarding the Truth in Taxation Statement for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and the Proposed 2021-22 Expenditure Budget. No public comments were received during the hearings. No formal votes were taken on the budget or taxation statements during this meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley USD Governing Board held entirely in executive session. The only substantive item is discussion for legal advice with the attorney regarding Policy GDQD and a related personnel matter. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion or consultation for legal advice with the attorney under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.3, regarding Policy GDQD and a related personnel matter

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding a personnel matter. No substantive public decisions were made during the meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for Executive Session for legal advice on a personnel matter (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0-1)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, convened solely for an executive session. The board will discuss legal advice and personnel matters, specifically the recommendation of a principal for Aspire. No public votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural and closed to the public.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 for discussion of employment, assignment, or dismissal of a public officer or employee
• Agenda includes recommendation for Aspire Principal (details not disclosed in public agenda)

The Governing Board met for a special executive session to discuss the recommendation of an Aspire Principal. No public votes on personnel actions were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss Aspire Principal recommendation (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting called solely for an executive session. The Deer Valley Governing Board will discuss the superintendent's contract, including employment, assignment, or salary, and will also receive legal advice. No public votes or policy decisions are scheduled.

• Executive session discussion of Superintendent Contract under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 and A.3

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved a $20,000,585 guaranteed maximum price for construction of the new Elementary School #32 in the Stetson Valley Community, funded by the 2019 bond and adjacent ways. The board also adopted a $105,043.07 K-5 ELA Gifted supplemental curriculum adoption, the 2021-22 Certified Performance Pay Plan, and a renewed Memorandum of Understanding with the Deer Valley Education Foundation.

• Approved $20,000,585 GMP to McCarthy Building Companies for new Elementary School #32 (total construction costs $21,234,395)
• Approved $105,043.07 for K-5 ELA Gifted supplemental curriculum adoption
• Approved 2021-22 Certified Performance Pay Plan
• Approved Deer Valley Education Foundation MOU for 2021-22 (includes funding for teacher supplies and Battle of the Books)
• Agenda adopted with Item 5.O moved for separate consideration

The Governing Board approved a construction contract for a new elementary school and authorized the advertising of the FY22 expenditure budget. The board also approved a certified performance pay plan and a K-5 ELA gifted curriculum. Additionally, the board voted to terminate an agreement with the Maricopa County Library District effective June 30, 2022.

• Approved $20,000,585 Guaranteed Maximum Price for New Elementary School #32 to McCarthy Building Companies (3-2)
• Approved advertising of the FY22 Proposed Expenditure Budget (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Certified Performance Pay Plan (5-0)
• Approved K-5 ELA Gifted Supplemental Curricular Resource Adoption (5-0)
• Approved Deer Valley Education Foundation MOU for 2021-22 (5-0)
• Authorized termination of IGA with Maricopa County Library District effective June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Payroll Voucher #25 ($14,235,540.17) and Expense Vouchers ($2,383,943.73) (5-0)
• Approved HR changes except for the termination of Christopher Patti, pending review by July 13 (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special meeting at the District Office. The board may convene an executive session to receive legal advice regarding security plans, procedures, or systems.

• Executive session discussion regarding building and facility security

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss security plans, procedures, and assessments for district facilities and information technology. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (3-0)
• Approved call for executive session regarding security plans and systems (3-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board convened solely for an executive session. The board will discuss or consult with its attorney for legal advice on a personnel investigation, as permitted by Arizona law. No public action or decisions are expected during this closed session.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.3 for legal advice on a personnel investigation

The Governing Board met for a special session to receive legal advice regarding a personnel investigation. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice regarding a personnel investigation (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting including pre-meeting awards for state champions in DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, HOSA, and other student achievements, followed by a finance report showing enrollment of 32,132 (down 5.1% from last year). The Board will adopt the agenda (with one consent item moved for separate consideration) and hear public comment.

• Awards for DECA state champions from Barry Goldwater and Mountain Ridge High Schools
• Awards for FBLA state champions from Mountain Ridge and Sandra Day O'Connor High Schools
• Awards for FCCLA and HOSA state champions from Sandra Day O'Connor and Mountain Ridge High Schools
• Finance report: student enrollment 32,132, down 5.1% year-over-year
• Adoption of agenda with exception of moving Consent Agenda Item 5.J. for separate consideration

The Governing Board approved several financial measures, including a $30.9M payroll voucher and a revised rates of pay schedule for 2021-22. The board also authorized the issuance of tax anticipation notes and approved performance pay for qualifying employees and the Superintendent.

• Approved Payroll Voucher #24 for $30,903,279.07 (5-0)
• Approved Expense Vouchers for $1,613,177.77 (5-0)
• Approved $2,982.65 per FTE for FY 2020-21 Classroom Site Fund Performance Pay (5-0)
• Authorized issuance and sale of tax anticipation notes (5-0)
• Approved 100% of the allowable 10% contract performance pay for Superintendent Dr. Curtis Finch (4-1)
• Approved Revised Rates of Pay Schedule for 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved Cooperative Purchasing Contracts for FY 2021-22 (4-1)
• Approved multiple year IFB/RFP contract renewals for FY 2021-22 (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting for an executive session to discuss the Superintendent's evaluation, performance pay for school year 2020-21, and the process to extend the Superintendent's contract. No public votes are scheduled; the meeting is closed to the public for legal and personnel discussions.

• Discussion of Superintendent Performance Pay for SY 2020-21
• Discussion of process to extend Superintendent Contract
• Executive session pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 for employment matters

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss the Superintendent's performance pay, 2020-21 goals, and contract extension. No public votes on these specific items were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss Superintendent performance pay, goals, and contract extension (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hear a report on COVID-19 return-to-learning planning and a presentation on the district's Professional Learning Community journey. The board will vote on a consent agenda approving minutes from previous meetings. Public comment will be accepted during the Call to the Public segment.

• Spring sports awards honoring state champions from Deer Valley High and Sandra Day O'Connor High
• Presentation by the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council
• Report on DVUSD's Professional Learning Community Journey and Model PLC District Award
• Remain In School Report updating COVID-19 return-to-learning planning
• Consent agenda approving minutes from May 11, 2021 special meetings

The Governing Board approved the appointment of a new principal for Stetson Hills and passed a negotiated language tentative agreement for 2021-2022. The board also approved a temporary pay increase for bus drivers and accepted the FY20 financial audit.

• Appointed Brittany Dyer-Hurdon as Principal of Stetson Hills (5-0)
• Approved $2.00 per hour additional rate for bus drivers from May 24 to July 30, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Certified and Classified Negotiated Language Tentative Agreement #70 for 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Accepted FY20 Financial Audit and Compliance Questionnaire (5-0)
• Approved Payroll Voucher #23 for $9,248,372.94 and Expense Vouchers for $1,788,184.62 (5-0)
• Extended Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Glendale for School Resource Officers for FY 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 5.A. through 5.S (5-0)
• Approved Addenda Pre-Approvals (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special meeting solely to convene an executive session for legal advice regarding a personnel investigation. The meeting is procedural with no public action expected.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.3 for discussion or consultation for legal advice on a personnel investigation

The Governing Board met in a special session to receive legal advice regarding a personnel investigation. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice regarding a personnel investigation (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Governing Board will hold a special meeting to vote on convening an executive session for legal advice. The only substantive item is discussion of a personnel matter: a recommendation regarding the Stetson Hills School Principal. No public votes or decisions are scheduled during the open portion.

• Discussion of Stetson Hills School Principal recommendation (personnel matter under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1)

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss the recommendation of the Stetson Hills School Principal. No public votes on the recommendation were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss Stetson Hills School Principal recommendation (4-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board held entirely in executive session. The board will discuss and consider the employment recommendation for the principal of Park Meadows Elementary under state law allowing closed sessions for personnel matters. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Executive session to discuss recommendation for Park Meadows Elementary Principal

The Governing Board held a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss the recommendation of the Park Meadows Elementary Principal. No further substantive decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session regarding Park Meadows Elementary Principal recommendation (4-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Public Hearing

The Governing Board will hold a public hearing for the second revision of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Expenditure Budget. The public may ask questions about the proposed budget revision, which must be adopted before May 15th per state law.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Expenditure Budget Revision #2
• Budget revision memo and presentation attached

The Governing Board conducted a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Expenditure Budget Revision #2. No public comments were received during the hearing. No final vote on the budget revision was recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Called for Public Hearing for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Expenditure Budget Revision #2 (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting for an executive session to discuss a recommendation for expulsion, citing state laws that allow closed-door discussions of confidential student records. The board will not vote on the expulsion in public but may vote to convene the closed session.

• Discussion of recommendation for expulsion under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.2 and §15-843 (exempt records)

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss records exempt from public inspection. The session focused on a recommendation for expulsion.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss expulsion recommendation (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold an executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation and performance pay for the 2020-21 school year. The board will also consider input on the superintendent's goals for the 2021 school year and planning for the district's return to school. The meeting includes standard opening procedural items before the discussion.

• Discussion of superintendent evaluation and performance pay for SY2020-21
• Input on SY2021 superintendent goals and return‑to‑school planning

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss the Superintendent's performance pay and goals for the 2020-21 school year. No public decisions or votes on the matter were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss Superintendent Performance Pay / Goals SY 2020-21 (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Governing Board will receive district reports on finance, showing enrollment of 32,214 students (down 4.8% from last year), and an update on COVID-19 and return to learning planning. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes from April 27. Pre-meeting awards recognize the Boulder Creek High School Stock Market Game winners and the superintendent's student art purchases.

• Enrollment report: 32,214 students, down 4.8% from prior year
• Remain In School report on COVID-19 and return to learning
• Award: Boulder Creek High School Stock Market Game Fall 2020 winners
• Superintendent's 2021 Student Art Purchases (5 pieces selected)
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from April 27 meetings

The Governing Board approved the employee salary schedules and rates of pay for the 2021-22 fiscal year. The board also adopted the second expenditure budget revision for fiscal year 2020-21 and appointed a new principal for Park Meadows.

• Approved Kim Lanese as Principal of Park Meadows (5-0)
• Approved FY 2020-21 Expenditure Budget Revision #2 (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Salary Schedules for all employee groups (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Rates of Pay Schedule (5-0)
• Approved FY22 Classroom Site Fund Plan (5-0)
• Approved IGA with City of Phoenix for School Resource Officers at Deer Valley Middle School and Barry Goldwater High School (5-0)
• Approved Payroll Voucher #22 for $9,234,267.85 and Expense Vouchers for $1,135,497.47 (5-0)
• Adopted Policy IKFB regarding Graduation Exercises (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting for an executive session. The only substantive item is a closed-door discussion to receive legal advice regarding a personnel investigation. No votes on policy or public business are scheduled.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.3 for legal consultation on a personnel investigation

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to receive legal advice regarding a personnel investigation. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session for legal advice on personnel investigation (4-0)
• Adjourned the executive session (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board. The board will convene an executive session to discuss employment matters, specifically the recommendation for the West Wing School principal. No other business is listed; the meeting consists only of procedural opening items and adjournment.

• Executive session to discuss recommendation for West Wing School principal under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss the recommendation of the West Wing School Principal. No public votes on the recommendation were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss West Wing School Principal recommendation (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Governing Board will hear reports on employee group negotiations for salaries/benefits and working conditions, as well as a COVID-19 return-to-learning update. The board will also approve consent agenda items including minutes and student travel to a cadet leadership camp. Awards will be presented to student teams and a music teacher.

• Overview of Negotiated Solutions Team process for employee salaries/benefits and working conditions
• Remain In School Report on COVID-19 return-to-learning planning
• Awards: Hillcrest Middle School Spiritline state champions, Boulder Creek High School stock market game winners, and Aaron Vogel's AMEA teaching award
• Student travel approval for Deer Valley High School students to AFJOTC Cadet Leadership Camp in Flagstaff (June 1-3, 2021)

The Governing Board approved the administration's face mask recommendation for the remainder of the school year and appointed Shelly Schubert as Principal of West Wing. The board also approved a series of financial vouchers, curriculum materials, and the 2021-22 Negotiated Solution Team Salary Recommendation.

• Approved administration's face mask recommendation for remainder of school year (4-1)
• Appointed Shelly Schubert as Principal of West Wing (5-0)
• Approved Payroll Voucher #21 for $9,511,005.27 and Expense Vouchers for $2,686,966.34 (4-1)
• Approved 2021-22 Negotiated Solution Team Salary Recommendation (5-0)
• Approved 'Aspire' as the K-12 Online School Name (5-0)
• Approved 9-12 World Language Curriculum Materials Adoption (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Extracurricular Tax Credit and Fee Authorization (5-0)
• Approved State Farm Stadium Agreement with SMG for 2020-21 Graduation Ceremonies (4-1)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, held entirely in executive session. The board will discuss or consider the employment, assignment, or appointment of the Constitution Elementary Principal, as permitted under Arizona law. No public votes or decisions are expected during this session.

• Executive session to discuss recommendation for Constitution Elementary Principal

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss the recommendation of the Constitution Elementary Principal. No public votes on personnel were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session regarding Constitution Elementary Principal recommendation (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will review a finance report showing enrollment at 32,185, a 5.1% decrease from last year. They will also receive an update on COVID-19 return-to-learning planning. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and human resources changes (29 new certified hires, 33 resignations, etc.).

• Finance report: enrollment down 5.1% to 32,185 as of March 31, 2021
• COVID-19 return-to-learning update from Dr. Gary Zehrbach
• Human resources changes: 29 new certified hires, 33 resignations, 2 leaves, 60 transfers
• Awards for winter sports state champions and NFHS Coach of the Year

The Governing Board appointed JoAnn (Joan) Wick as the Principal of Constitution Elementary. The Board also approved several financial vouchers, a new facility fee schedule, and the adoption of ELA AP/IB curriculum.

• Appointed JoAnn (Joan) Wick as Constitution Elementary Principal (5-0)
• Approved ELA AP/IB English Language Arts adoption (4-1)
• Approved employee resignation (4-1)
• Approved 2021-22 Annual K-12 Use of Facility/Field Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Approved Payroll Vouchers #19 ($9,043,493.46) and #20 ($9,008,341.71) and Expense Vouchers ($2,042,476.09) (5-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 5.A. through 5.H. (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will consider approving payroll voucher #18 for $9,126,983.65 and expense vouchers totaling $3,252,736.31 for fiscal year 2020-21, along with other routine consent agenda items. The board will also hear a finance report showing enrollment at 32,174, a 5.2% decrease from last year, and an update on COVID-19 return-to-school planning.

• Approve payroll voucher #18 for $9,126,983.65 and expense vouchers for $3,252,736.31
• Approve donations totaling $10,153.40
• Approve human resources changes including 10 new classified hires and 87 certified leaves
• Finance report: student enrollment at 32,174, down 5.2% from previous year
• Return to School Report on COVID-19 planning updates

The Governing Board approved performance pay percentages for various employee groups and authorized over $12 million in payroll and expense vouchers. The board also approved the 2021-2022 meeting schedule and a revised Results-Based Funding position list.

• Approved Payroll Voucher #18 ($9,126,983.65) and Expense Vouchers ($3,252,736.31) (4-1)
• Approved FY 2020-21 performance pay at 2% for Classified, Administrative, and Exempt staff, and 2% or $2,200 for Other Professional Staff (5-0)
• Approved revised list of qualifying positions for Results-Based Funding payment (5-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 Governing Board meeting dates (4-1)
• Approved Human Resources changes, donations, addenda contracts, and sole source contracts (4-1)
• Approved resolution regarding Transwestern Pipeline Litigation for state aid recalculation (4-1)
• Approved student travel (4-1)
• Tabled approval of March 2, 2021 meeting minutes (2-1-2)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting in executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation and performance pay for the 2020-21 school year, as well as provide input on goals for the 2021-22 school year and return-to-school planning. The executive session is authorized under Arizona law for personnel matters. The meeting is procedural, with no public votes expected.

• Discussion of Superintendent Performance Pay and Goals for SY 2020-21
• Input on SY 2021 Superintendent Goals and return-to-school planning
• Executive session held under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 for employment matters

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss the Superintendent's performance pay and goals for the 2020-21 school year. No public votes on substantive policy or spending were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (3-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss Superintendent Performance Pay / Goals SY 2020-21 (3-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The board discusses Open Meeting Law and board policy training, and considers forming a district trust. It votes to approve the 2021-22 employee benefit plan, and approves consent agenda items including payroll and expense vouchers and addenda contracts.

• Open Meeting Law training and discussion with ASBA attorney Chris Thomas
• Board policy training on BBA, BCA, BHC, BHD, BIA with potential edit requests
• Discussion on Valley Schools Trust history and merits of creating a DVUSD trust
• Approval of FY22 Employee Benefit Committee Recommendation (2021-22 plan)
• Consent agenda: Payroll Voucher #17 for $9,820,673.05 and Expense Vouchers for $2,203,750.87

The Governing Board adopted the meeting agenda and participated in a comprehensive training session regarding Open Meeting Law (OML). The training, led by Chris Thomas of the Arizona School Board Association, covered legal requirements for public notices, executive sessions, and penalties for OML violations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Governing Board approved the 2022-23 district calendar (Option A) after a committee recommendation, heard the FY22 Budget Committee report, and received a Return to School update on COVID-19 planning. The meeting was held virtually due to the pandemic. The board also honored seven remaining 2019-20 Teachers of the Year and approved a consent agenda including student travel and meeting minutes.

• Approved 2022-23 District Calendar (Option A)
• FY22 Budget Committee report presented
• Return to School report on COVID-19 planning
• Honored final seven 2019-20 Teachers of the Year
• Approved student travel for Deer Valley and Sandra Day O'Connor high schools

The Governing Board approved the 2022-2023 District Calendar (Option A). The board also received reports on the FY 22 Budget Committee's priorities and COVID-19 return-to-school metrics.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 District Calendar - Option A (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a virtual meeting to discuss two draft options for the 2022-23 school calendar. The board will also consider consent agenda items including payroll and expense vouchers totaling $10,045,638.90 and human resources changes. Public comments are accepted online only for agenda items.

• Preview and discussion of two 2022-23 district calendar options
• Approve Payroll Voucher #15 for $8,993,702.97 and Expense Vouchers for $1,051,935.93
• Approve Human Resources changes: 1 admin resignation, 1 certified new hire, 8 certified resignations/terminations, 5 certified leaves, 14 classified new hires, 17 classified resignations/terminations, 7 classified leaves, 26 classified transfers/reassignments
• Receive finance reports: student enrollment at 32,215, a 5.2% decrease from last year
• Receive COVID-19 Return to School update

The Governing Board adopted the meeting agenda. The board reviewed options for the 2022-23 school calendar and received reports on district finances and COVID-19 return-to-school protocols; no votes were taken on these items.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hear an update on COVID-19 return-to-learning planning, then vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of payroll vouchers totaling $18,021,137.51 and expense vouchers of $7,947,612.31, along with personnel changes. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19. Consent items were adopted 3-1, with member Jennie Y Paperman voting no.

• Approval of Payroll Voucher #13 for $9,102,380.45 and Payroll Voucher #14 for $8,918,757.06 for FY 2020-21
• Approval of Expense Vouchers totaling $7,947,612.31 for FY 2020-21
• Human Resources changes: 8 new certified hires, 37 certified resignations/terminations, 3 certified leaves, 15 certified transfers/reassignments; plus classified and exempt moves
• Recognition of Deer Valley Education Foundation 2019-20 Teachers of the Year and Rookies of the Year
• Award to Boulder Creek High School senior Rick Popper as Boys Swimming State Champion in 50 and 100 Freestyle

The Governing Board approved several financial items via a consent agenda, including payroll and expense vouchers totaling over $25.9 million. The Board also approved a loyalty payment for qualifying positions and updated the 2020-2021 meeting schedule.

• Approved Payroll Voucher #13 ($9,102,380.45), Payroll Voucher #14 ($8,918,757.06), and Expense Vouchers ($7,947,612.31) (3-1)
• Approved Results Based Funding Loyalty Payment for qualifying positions in February 2021 (4-0)
• Approved changing the March 9, 2021 meeting date to March 2, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved pre-approval of addenda (4-0)
• Approved Human Resources changes (3-1)
• Approved donations (3-1)
• Approved General Statement of Assurance for Fiscal Year 2021-22 (3-1)
• Approved additional cooperative contract purchases for Fiscal Year 2020-21 (3-1)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board met virtually on January 12, 2021, to elect board officers and approve consent agenda items. The board reviewed December financial reports and an enrollment update showing 32,121 students, a 5.7 percent decrease from the prior year, which directly affects district funding and classroom staffing. General public comment was suspended for this session under public health guidelines.

• Elected Ann O'Brien as board president and Ann Ordway as vice president
• Appointed Julie Read and Jennie Paperman as Arizona School Boards Association delegates
• Reviewed December enrollment report showing 32,121 students
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes from December 8 meetings
• Suspended general public comment for this session

The Governing Board elected its President and Vice President and appointed legislative delegates. The Board received reports on a projected $4.7M budget shortfall and discussed safety protocols for students returning to school on January 19th.

• Elected Ann O'Brien as Governing Board President (5-0)
• Elected Ann Ordway as Governing Board Vice President (4-1)
• Appointed Julie Read as ASBA Legislative Delegate (5-0)
• Appointed Jennie Paperman as ASBA Delegate Alternate (5-0)
• Adopted the agenda with one item moved for separate consideration (5-0)