Deer Valley Unified School District public meetings in 2022

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Public Hearing

This special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is a public hearing to consider two budget revisions: Revision #3 of the 2021-22 Expenditure Budget and Revision #1 of the 2022-23 Expenditure Budget. The board will hear public comment before possibly adopting the revised budgets. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Revision #3 of the 2021-22 Expenditure Budget
• Public hearing on Revision #1 of the 2022-23 Expenditure Budget

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Governing Board approved the district's 2023-2028 Strategic Plan, including a new mission, vision, and four strategic priorities, by a 4-1 vote. The agenda also includes recognition of outgoing board members, a finance report showing enrollment of 32,831, and a consent agenda with student travel approvals and vouchers totaling over $17.7 million. Public comment is invited on any agenda item.

• Approved 2023-2028 Strategic Plan with four priority areas
• Approved student travel for multiple schools including Boulder Creek, Deer Valley, and Sandra Day O'Connor High Schools
• Approved Payroll Voucher #11 for $9,375,788.84 and Expense Vouchers for $8,373,326.55
• Finance report: student enrollment of 32,831 as of Nov. 30, 2022, a 0.2% change from last year
• Recognition of outgoing board members Ann O'Brien and Julie Read

The Governing Board approved the district's 2023-2028 Strategic Plan and several budget revisions. The board also authorized contracts for graduation ceremonies and various personnel and financial updates.

• Approved 2023-2028 Strategic Plan (4-1)
• Approved State Farm Stadium Agreement for 2022-23 Graduation Ceremonies (5-0)
• Approved Negotiated Solution Team (NST) Revised Salary Recommendation for 2022-23 (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2021-22 Expenditure Budget Revision #3 (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2022-23 Expenditure Budget Revision #1 (5-0)
• Approved Revised Tax Credit and Fee Authorization for 2022-23 (5-0)
• Approved Revised FY23 Classified Hiring Schedule (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation for ElevateEdAZ (5-0)

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 legal advice and consider pupil disciplinary records related to student expulsion and readmission matters. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion or consultation for legal advice on student expulsion/readmission matter (A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.3)
• Discussion of records exempt from public inspection and pupil disciplinary proceedings for readmission from expulsion (A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.2 and §15-843)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved an updated student immunization policy (JLCB) as recommended by the Arizona School Boards Association, with a 3-2 vote. The board also previewed the proposed 2023-2028 Strategic Plan, which outlines priorities for student learning, workforce performance, stakeholder relationships, and organizational improvement. Consent agenda items including HR changes and policy revisions were approved on a 3-2 vote.

• Approved Policy JLCB on student immunizations (vote 3-2)
• Previewed the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan with four key priorities
• Approved consent agenda including HR changes (11 new certified hires, 8 resignations/terminations, 15 new classified hires)
• Revised Policy KI on visitors to schools and Policy IHAMB on family life education
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2022 meeting

The Governing Board approved a resolution to issue and sell school improvement bonds. The board also approved a contract for new restrooms at two elementary schools and updated several district policies.

• Authorized issuance and sale of school improvement bonds (4-1)
• Approved Job Order Contract with Skyline Builders & Restoration, Inc. for restrooms at Village Meadows and Constitution Elementary Schools (5-0)
• Approved Governing Board Policy JLCB - Immunizations of Students (3-2)
• Approved Governing Board Policy KI - Visitors to Schools (3-2)
• Approved Governing Board Policy IHAMB - Family Life Education (3-2)
• Approved Governing Board Policy JF - Student Admissions (3-2)
• Approved out-of-state employee professional development (5-0)
• Approved RFP #23-10DV for grounds and irrigation products and services (3-2)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board held in executive session. The board will discuss a recommendation for readmission from expulsion, based on legal exemptions from public inspection.

• Discussion of recommendation for readmission from expulsion under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.2 and A.R.S. §15-843

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board recognized teachers with highest student learning growth on state assessments, reviewed financial reports and state accountability letter grades, and considered several policy changes. The board voted to continue approval of the student immunization policy (JLCB) to the next meeting, while approving other consent agenda items including a part-time/substitute staff policy and human resources changes.

• Recognition of teachers with highest AASA student learning growth in English Language Arts and Math
• Student enrollment report: 32,726 students as of Oct 26, 2022, a 0.4% decline from last year
• State Accountability Letter Grades report presented
• Policy JLCB (Immunizations of Students) vote continued to next meeting after first reading
• Approval of Policy GCG on part-time and substitute professional staff employment

The Governing Board approved a series of consent items including vouchers, donations, and human resources changes. The board also approved out-of-state professional development for employees and pre-approved addenda. Approval of the student immunization policy was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 5.A, 5.C-5.M (4-0)
• Continued approval of Policy JLCB - Immunizations of Students to next meeting (4-0)
• Approved out-of-state employee professional development (4-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (4-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Policy GCG - Part-Time and Substitute Professional Staff Employment (4-0)
• Approved ARPA Early Childhood Education Expansion amendment with City of Phoenix (4-0)
• Approved Head Start Program agreement amendment with City of Phoenix (4-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Study Session

The board will hold a study‑session meeting to discuss the district’s standards‑based mindset and grading approach. The agenda includes routine opening items—call to order, roll call, and agenda adoption—followed by the discussion topic. No formal actions or votes are listed for this meeting.

• Call to Order (procedural)
• Roll Call (procedural)
• Adoption of the Agenda (procedural)
• Discussion of Standards Based Mindset & Grading (study session)
• Adjournment

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Study Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to discuss standards-based mindset and grading. No votes are scheduled; the session is purely informational and discussion-based.

• Discussion of standards-based mindset and grading (Study Session item 2.A)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hear a report on storm damage in the district and vote on revisions to policies for transportation services, bus driver requirements, staff health and safety, and the basic instructional program. The board will also receive a finance report showing student enrollment of 32,818 as of September 28, 2022.

• Storm damage update report
• Policy EE revision - Transportation Services
• Policy EEAEA revision - Bus Driver Requirements, Training, and Responsibilities
• Policy GBGCB revision - Staff Health and Safety
• Policy IHA revision - Basic Instructional Program

The Governing Board approved the Annual Financial Report for fiscal year 2021-22 and an intergovernmental agreement with Maricopa County Community College District. The board also passed several policy updates and administrative approvals via a consent agenda. Out-of-state professional development and a maintenance program report were also approved.

• Approved Annual Financial Report for fiscal year 2021-22 (4-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Community College District for College Advisors Program (4-0)
• Approved Arizona School Facilities Board 2021-22 Preventative Maintenance Program Report (4-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development (4-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 5.A through 5.O, including vouchers, donations, and HR changes (3-1)
• Approved policies regarding transportation, staff health, instructional programs, and library materials (3-1)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will consider consent agenda items including approval of additional qualified evaluators and human resources changes. The board will also receive presentations on the Aspire Online Academy and district athletics. The meeting opens with awards recognizing 16 students for top AASA scores and the Principal of the Year.

• Recognize 16 students for highest scale scores on AASA (Arizona's Academic Standards Assessment)
• Award Sharon Wieser, Principal of Terramar Academy of the Arts, as 2021-22 Principal of the Year
• Presentation showcasing Aspire, Deer Valley's Online Academy
• Presentation on DVUSD Athletics benefits for students
• Approve Megan Calhoun and Wendy Doucet as additional qualified evaluators for 2022-23

The Governing Board approved a resolution supporting a Fiscal Year 2023 Aggregate Expenditure Limit Override. The board also passed a series of consent agenda items including policy updates, vouchers, and contracts, and approved employee out-of-state travel.

• Approved Resolution supporting FY23 Aggregate Expenditure Limit Override (3-2)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development (5-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (4-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 5.A. through 5.O. (4-1)
• Approved Governing Board Policy IMD - School Ceremonies and Observances (4-1)
• Approved Governing Board Policy JICFA - Hazing (4-1)
• Approved Governing Board Policy JJIA - Intramural Sports (4-1)
• Approved Governing Board Policy JJIB - Interscholastic Sports Regulation (4-1)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting with pre-meeting awards, district reports, and a consent agenda. The board will recognize 16 students for top AASA scores and a volleyball coach as National Coach of the Year. Reports will cover the Pathways program, early childhood education, professional learning communities, and a finance update showing enrollment at 32,762. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and human resources changes such as new hires, resignations, and transfers for the 2022-2023 school year.

• Recognition of 16 students with highest possible AASA scale scores from 8 schools
• Recognition of Sandra Day O'Connor volleyball coach Troy Dueling as AVCA National High School Boys Coach of the Year
• District reports on Pathways program, early childhood education, and PLC update
• Finance report showing student enrollment of 32,762 as of August 31, 2022, a -0.5% change from last year
• Consent agenda approval of HR changes including 12 certified new hires, 56 classified new hires, and 42 classified transfers/reassignments

The Governing Board approved a revised K-12 facility and field fee schedule for 2022-23 and updated the immunization policy. The board also authorized emergency procurement for a new power supply following a storm-related outage.

• Approved Revised K-12 Use of Facility/Field Fee Schedule for 2022-23 (5-0)
• Approved Policy JLCB - Immunizations (4-1)
• Accepted Emergency Procurement Report for Uninterrupted Power Supply from Gruber Industries (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (5-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (4-1)
• Approved IFB #23-600-003-5 for Athletic Game Officials (5-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Arizona Department of Economic Security for TSW Program (5-0)
• Approved Voluntary Per Unit Payment Agreement with SAM HV I, LLC (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 as an executive session. The board will discuss security plans, procedures, and systems related to building and information security, as permitted under Arizona law. The meeting is primarily procedural, with the only substantive item being the executive session discussion.

• Call for executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.9 to discuss security plans, procedures, assessments, and measures for buildings and information technology

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Governing Board discussed and directed the district's delegate on the Arizona School Boards Association's 2023 Political Agenda. The board approved consent agenda items including revisions to policies on professional staff contracts, support staff contracts, orientation and training, and open enrollment. A report on 2022 summer programming was presented.

• Direction to ASBA delegate on 2023 Political Agenda
• Approval of revised Policy GCB - Professional Staff Contracts and Compensation
• Approval of new Policy GDB - Support Staff Contracts and Compensation
• Approval of revised Policy GCH - Professional/Support Staff Orientation and Training
• Approval of revised Policy JFB - Open Enrollment

The Governing Board approved a subaward agreement with the City of Phoenix for Early Childhood Education Expansion under the American Rescue Plan Act. The board also approved various personnel policies, human resources changes, and district contracts.

• Approved ARPA subaward agreement with City of Phoenix for Early Childhood Education Expansion (5-0)
• Approved Human Resources Changes (3-1-1)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (4-1)
• Approved ASBA 2023 Political Agenda voting direction (5-0)
• Approved policies GCB, GDB, GCH, and JFB (4-1)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (5-0)
• Approved revised payment agreement with Greenlight Acquisitions, LLC (4-1)
• Approved vouchers, donations, and sole source contracts (4-1)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda including minutes, human resources changes, qualified evaluators, and student travel. The board also adopted the meeting agenda and heard public comments. Consent agenda items were approved with three ayes and two nays.

• Approved 126 new hires across certified, classified, and administrative categories
• Approved student travel for Sandra Day O'Connor, Deer Valley, and Mountain Ridge high schools
• Approved list of Qualified Evaluators for 2022-2023 school year
• Approved minutes from July 12 regular and special meetings

The Governing Board approved several Job Order Contracts with Skyline Builders & Restoration, Inc. for lighting retrofits at four high schools. The board also approved grant funding for roof assessments at three schools and a behavioral health services agreement. Several personnel and travel requests were approved.

• Approved lighting retrofits at Deer Valley, Mountain Ridge, Sandra Day O'Connor, and Barry Goldwater High Schools (4-0-1 each)
• Approved SFB Building Renewal Grant Funding for roof assessments at Desert Sage, Greenbrier, and Vista Peak (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Southwest Behavioral & Health Services for wellness counselors and student/family services (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Classified Employees Working as Classified Substitutes MOU (5-0)
• Approved employee reclassifications for 2022-2023 (4-1)
• Approved professional travel for Superintendent to attend AASA National Conference (4-1)
• Approved out-of-state employee professional development (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 3.A. through 3.N, including vouchers and payment agreements (3-2)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Governing Board will hold an executive session to discuss a personnel matter involving a teacher's decision to promote or retain a student, identified as an appeal of promotion (HMS). The session is called under Arizona statutes allowing review of records exempt from public inspection. The meeting includes standard opening items and will adjourn after the discussion.

• Call to Order (procedural)
• Roll Call (procedural)
• Adoption of the Agenda (procedural)
• Discussion of teacher's promotion/retention decision (appeal of promotion, HMS)

The Governing Board adopted the agenda and voted to enter an executive session. The session was called to review a teacher's decision to promote or retain a pupil at Hillcrest Middle School.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session to review appeal of promotion at Hillcrest Middle School (4-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Public Hearing

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will conduct two public hearings. One hearing will address the Truth in Taxation statement for Fiscal Year 2022‑23, which includes a $500,000 tax increase for adjacent ways. The other hearing will present the proposed 2022‑23 expenditure budget for the district. Both hearings are intended to inform taxpayers and allow public comment.

• Public hearing on the Truth in Taxation Statement for FY 2022‑23 – $500,000 tax increase
• Public hearing on the proposed 2022‑23 expenditure budget for the district

The Governing Board conducted public hearings regarding the Truth in Taxation Statement for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and the Proposed 2022-2023 Expenditure Budget. No formal votes were taken on these items during this meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved three major financial items: using FY23 insurance proceeds, levying an increased primary property tax rate (3-2 roll call vote), and adopting the 2022-23 Expenditure Budget Option B. The board also approved a consent agenda including minutes, student travel to YMCA Outdoor Education in Imperial Beach, CA, and other routine items.

• Approved levy of increased primary property tax rate per A.R.S. 15-905.01 by roll call vote (3-2)
• Adopted the 2022-23 Expenditure Budget Option B (5-0)
• Approved use of FY23 insurance proceeds for losses without affecting budgeted funds
• Approved student travel from Diamond Canyon to YMCA Outdoor Education in Imperial Beach, CA (Sept 21-23, 2022)
• Consent agenda approved, including minutes from June 28, 2022 meetings

The Governing Board approved the 2022-23 Expenditure Budget Option B and voted to levy an increased primary property tax rate. The Board also adopted a transition plan for standards-based grading with specific requirements for weekly grades and letter grade scales.

• Approved 2022-23 Expenditure Budget Option B (5-0)
• Approved increased primary property tax rate (3-2)
• Approved DVUSD Transition Plan for Standards Based Mindset and Aligned Grading Practices as amended (5-0)
• Approved use of FY23 insurance proceeds (5-0)
• Approved FY22 Supplemental one-time Classroom Site Fund payment to eligible employees (5-0)
• Approved $29,601.40 in donations (4-1)
• Approved IGA with City of Phoenix for School Resource Officers for FY 2022-23 (4-1)
• Tabled five Governing Board policies regarding immunizations, contracts, and enrollment (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Governing Board is holding a special executive session to discuss a recommendation for the principal position at Anthem School. The session is closed to the public and will cover employment-related matters such as assignment, appointment, or salary, as allowed by state law. No public votes or other business are scheduled.

• Executive session discussion of a recommendation for Principal of Anthem School

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss a recommendation for the Principal of Anthem School. No public votes on personnel appointments were recorded in these minutes.

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

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved several action items, including the FY23 proposed expenditure budget for advertising, a new principal for Anthem School, and a renewed memorandum of understanding with the Deer Valley Education Foundation. The board also received a district report on grading and reporting practices. Consent agenda items included student travel and vouchers totaling over $15.8 million.

• Approved Tyson Kelly as principal of Anthem School
• Approved FY23 proposed expenditure budget to advertise (state-required by July 5)
• Approved Deer Valley Education Foundation MOU for 2022-23, adding staff recruitment incentives
• Approved student travel for Mountain Ridge High School cheer camp in Phoenix, July 6-9
• Approved payroll vouchers #24.9 ($7,453,055.79) and #25 ($5,145,538.80) and expense vouchers ($3,244,455.13) for FY21-22

The Governing Board approved the advertising of the FY23 Proposed Expenditure Budget and appointed Tyson Kelly as the Principal of Anthem School. The board also approved a negotiated language tentative agreement for certified and classified staff for 2022-2023.

• Approved Tyson Kelly as Principal of Anthem School (5-0)
• Approved advertising of the FY23 Proposed Expenditure Budget (5-0)
• Approved Deer Valley Education Foundation MOU for 2022-23 (5-0)
• Approved Certified and Classified Negotiated Language Tentative Agreement #71 (5-0)
• Approved payroll and expense vouchers totaling $15,843,049.72 (4-1)
• Approved $18,965.23 in donations (4-1)
• Approved IGA with City of Glendale for School Resource Officers FY 2022-23 (4-1)
• Approved out-of-state employee professional development travel (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board with only one substantive item: a call to convene an executive session to discuss security plans, procedures, and assessments related to building and information security under Arizona law. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no public hearings or votes on policy, budget, or contracts.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.9 to discuss security plans, procedures, and systems for buildings and information technology

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

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session regarding security plans and infrastructure (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved the adoption of new science curriculum materials for grades 7-12 at a total cost of $1,015,523.24. The board also received reports on student enrollment (32,623, down 1.5% from last year) and district financials, and heard a presentation on updated grading practices and procedures. Public comment was invited.

• Approved Grade 7-12 Science Curriculum Materials Adoption: total cost $1,015,523.24
• Finance Report: student enrollment 32,623 as of May 18, 2022 (1.5% change from last year); M&O, Student Activity, Auxiliary reports for May 2022
• Presentation on Grading and Reporting in DVUSD - Part One
• Consent agenda approved including minutes from May 24, 2022 meetings
• Call to the Public for comments on district business

The Governing Board approved the Rates of Pay Schedule for 2022-23 and the Grade 7-12 Science Curriculum Materials Adoption. The Board also approved performance pay for Superintendent Dr. Curtis Finch and a series of consent agenda items including vouchers and contracts.

• Approved Grade 7-12 Science Curriculum Materials Adoption (4-0)
• Approved Rates of Pay Schedule for 2022-2023 (4-0)
• Approved Superintendent Dr. Curtis Finch's performance pay at 75% of the allowable 10% contract amount (3-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 5.A. through 5.T, including vouchers, donations, and contract renewals (3-1)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (3-0-1)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (4-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (3-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

This is a special meeting of the Deer Valley Governing Board for an executive session only, following the regular meeting. The board will discuss the superintendent's performance evaluation, performance pay, and contract extension in a closed session closed to the public. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled on the open agenda.

• Executive session to discuss Superintendent Performance Pay and Goals for SY 2020-21 and contract extension
• Board agenda notes discussion of Superintendent Evaluation and Performance Pay for SY22
• Meeting is a special executive session only, no public action items

The Governing Board convened a special meeting and entered an 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 (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session regarding Superintendent performance pay, goals, and contract extension (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

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 a pupil promotion appeal (HMS) under Arizona law, which allows closed-door review of a teacher's promotion or retention decision. All other items are procedural (call to order, roll call, agenda adoption, adjournment).

• Executive session to discuss a pupil promotion appeal (HMS) under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.2 and A.R.S. §15-342.11

The Governing Board met in executive session to review a teacher's decision to promote or retain a pupil at Hillcrest Middle School. No public decisions or votes on the appeal were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session to review a pupil promotion appeal at Hillcrest Middle School (4-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will vote on the administration's recommendation to adopt the Grade 6‑10 ELA Gifted, Advanced, Honors & IB curriculum, which includes physical and digital materials costing $353,826.17. The meeting also includes a series of pre‑meeting awards recognizing student achievements in competitions such as Battle of the Books and Arizona Future City. Procedural items such as adopting the agenda and public comment guidelines are also addressed.

• Adopt Grade 6‑10 ELA Gifted, Advanced, Honors & IB Curriculum – total cost $353,826.17 (physical $191,180.23, digital $132,741.20, tax $24,946.59, shipping $4,958.15)
• Pre‑meeting awards & presentations recognizing student winners in Battle of the Books, Arizona Future City, Congressional Art Awards, and other honors
• Adoption of the meeting agenda (procedural action)
• Public Participation policy (information on comment process and time limits)
• Opening items: Call to Order, Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, Moment of Silence

The Governing Board approved the 2023-2024 (Option A) and 2024-2025 (Option C) instructional calendars. Other key actions included approving a new ELA curriculum for grades 6-10 and performance pay for qualifying staff. The board tabled the Negotiated Language Tentative Agreement until June 28.

• Approved Grade 6-10 ELA Gifted, Advanced, Honors & IB Curriculum Adoption (5-0)
• Approved District Instructional Calendars SY24 Option A and SY25 Option C (4-1)
• Approved $3,535.74 per FTE for FY 2021-22 Classroom Site Fund Performance Pay (5-0)
• Accepted FY21 Financial Audit and Compliance Questionnaire (5-0)
• Tabled Certified and Classified Negotiated Language Tentative Agreement #71 (5-0)
• Approved additional Cooperative and Sole Source Purchasing Contracts for FY 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (5-0)
• Directed submission of 2023 Political Agenda priorities to ASBA (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The board will vote on Amendment #7 to the intergovernmental agreement with Maricopa County Library District for the North Valley Regional Library at Boulder Creek High School. It will also receive the Finance and Futures' report updates and hear public comment. The meeting begins with awards for student champions and a recognition of district nurses.

• Vote on Amendment #7 to IGA with Maricopa County Library District for North Valley Regional Library at Boulder Creek High School (old business)
• Finance Report: enrollment of 32,663 and monthly financial reports for April 2022
• Futures' Report Update: Part II of recommendations from four work teams
• Awards: Outstanding Phoenix Youth Leaders, DECA, FCCLA, FBLA state champions from multiple high schools
• Recognition of DVUSD Nurses for pandemic support

The Governing Board approved the second revision to the Fiscal Year 2021-22 expenditure budget. The board also approved an agreement amendment for the North Valley Regional Library and several consent agenda items including student admission policies.

• Adopted Fiscal Year 2021-22 Expenditure Budget Revision #2 (3-0)
• Approved Amendment #7 to IGA with Maricopa County Library District for North Valley Regional Library (2-1)
• Approved Governing Board Policy JFAA - Admission of Resident Students (3-0)
• Approved Governing Board Policy JFAB - Tuition/Admission of Nonresident Students (3-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (3-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (3-0)
• Approved student travel, vouchers, donations, and HR changes via consent agenda (3-0)
• Authorized additional Cooperative and Sole Source Purchases for FY 2021-22 (3-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will convene an executive session to discuss the Superintendent Evaluation and Performance Pay Goals for the 2021-22 school year. No public votes or other business are scheduled. The meeting follows the regular board meeting.

• 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 and performance pay goals (3-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Public Hearing

The Governing Board holds a public hearing to allow community input on the second revision of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 expenditure budget. After the hearing, the Board may take action to adopt the revised budget.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Expenditure Budget Revision #2

The Governing Board held a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Expenditure Budget Revision #2. No public comments were received during the hearing. No final vote to approve or deny the budget revision was recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (3-0)
• Approved holding the Public Hearing for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Expenditure Budget Revision #2 (3-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will consider approving the annual K-12 Use of Facility/Field Fee Schedule for 2022-23, which includes increased rental fees to align with similar districts. The board will also hear updates on the Safe & Healthy Schools plan and the Futures' Work Teams. Awards recognizing student artists and state champions will be presented before the regular meeting.

• Approve Annual K-12 Use of Facility/Field Fee Schedule for 2022-23, with increased rental fees
• Safe & Healthy Schools Report – update on safety plan
• Futures' Report Update – progress from four work teams
• Superintendent's 2022 Student Art Purchases – 5 artworks selected for permanent collection
• Recognition of Educators Rising and HOSA state champions from multiple high schools

The Governing Board approved construction contracts for classroom additions at two schools and established employee salary schedules for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The board also approved the FY23 Classroom Site Fund Plan and the annual facility fee schedule. Other actions included approving various consent agenda items and out-of-state professional development travel.

• Approved Construction Job Order Contract with Chasse Building Team for Sonoran Foothills School classroom additions (5-0)
• Approved Construction Job Order Contract with Chasse Building Team for Union Park School classroom additions (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Employee Salary Schedules for all employee groups (5-0)
• Approved FY23 Classroom Site Fund Plan (5-0)
• Approved Annual K-12 Use of Facility/Field Fee Schedule for 2022-23 (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 6.A. through 6.L., including vouchers, donations, and HR changes (5-0)
• Approved RFP #22-1502-010-5 for Bus Transportation Services for athletic and field trips (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 sole substantive item is discussion of a recommendation for the Principal of Copper Creek Elementary, which will be conducted in closed session per state law. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Executive session to discuss recommendation for Principal of Copper Creek Elementary
• Meeting cited A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 for employment discussions
• Board may vote to convene executive session for legal advice
• Meeting held at District Office, 20402 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss the recommendation for the Principal of Copper Creek Elementary. No public votes on the candidate were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss Copper Creek Elementary 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 Desert Sky Middle School under state law. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists only of procedural opening items, the executive session discussion, and adjournment.

• Executive session discussion regarding the recommendation for Principal of Desert Sky Middle School

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss the recommendation for the Principal of Desert Sky Middle School. No public votes on the appointment were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss Desert Sky Middle 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 in executive session to receive legal advice on personnel matters. The board will discuss a recommendation for the principal of Hillcrest Middle School. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of recommendation for Principal of Hillcrest Middle School (A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1)

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss the recommendation for the Principal of Hillcrest Middle School. No public vote on a candidate was recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss Hillcrest Middle School principal recommendation (4-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting primarily for an executive session to discuss personnel matters, specifically the recommendation for principal of Mirage Elementary. The meeting is closed to the public under state statute for confidential discussions of employment, assignment, or resignation. Only procedural opening items and adjournment are scheduled on the public agenda.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 to discuss recommendation for Principal of Mirage Elementary
• Meeting is a special session, not the regular board meeting

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss the recommendation for the Principal of Mirage Elementary. No public votes on the candidate were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss Mirage Elementary principal recommendation (4-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved principal appointments for Mirage Elementary, Copper Creek, Hillcrest Middle, and Desert Sky Middle schools. The board also approved the 2022-23 Certified Performance Pay Plan and the FY23 Negotiated Solution Team Salary Recommendation. The district reported enrollment of 32,626 as of March 30, 2022.

• Approved Bobbi Cerro as Principal of Mirage Elementary
• Approved Christina Myers as Principal of Copper Creek
• Approved Brad Brazell as Principal of Hillcrest Middle School
• Approved Michelle Martin as Principal of Desert Sky Middle School
• Approved 2022-23 Certified Performance Pay Plan and FY23 Salary Recommendation

The Governing Board approved the FY23 Negotiated Solution Team Salary Recommendation and the 2022-23 Certified Performance Pay Plan. The board also authorized modernization projects for five high school media centers and appointed four new elementary and middle school principals.

• Approved FY23 Negotiated Solution Team Salary Recommendation (4-1)
• Approved 2022-23 Certified Performance Pay Plan (5-0)
• Approved Job Order Contracts with CORE Construction for media center projects at five high schools (5-0)
• Appointed Bobbi Cerro as Principal of Mirage Elementary (5-0)
• Appointed Christina Myers as Principal of Copper Creek (5-0)
• Appointed Brad Brazell as Principal of Hillcrest Middle School (5-0)
• Appointed Michelle Martin as Principal of Desert Sky Middle School (5-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Extracurricular Tax Credit and Fee Authorization (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 (closed to the public) to discuss a personnel matter. The board will consider a recommendation for the Principal of Vista Peak School.

• Executive session to discuss recommendation for Principal of Vista Peak School

The Governing Board met in executive session to consider a recommendation for the Principal of Vista Peak School. No public votes on the candidate were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss Vista Peak School principal recommendation (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will vote on the Results-Based Funding Three Year Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-2025, previously previewed on March 8. Other action includes appointing a new principal for Vista Peak and receiving reports on the 2020-21 Auditor General spending report and the district's strategic plan update.

• Approve Results-Based Funding Three Year Plan for FY2023-2025 (A.R.S. 15-249.08)
• Approve appointment of Kenneth Akeley as Principal of Vista Peak
• Receive Auditor General 2020-21 District Spending Report
• Review 2018-2023 Strategic Plan and process for 2023-2028 plan
• Present awards: Winter Sports, AIA Sportsmanship, A+ School of Excellence

The Governing Board approved a 2% performance pay rate for classified, administrative, and exempt employees for FY 2021-22. The Board also appointed a new principal for Vista Peak and approved a three-year funding plan. Various financial vouchers and contracts were authorized via the consent agenda.

• Approved Kenneth Akeley as Principal of Vista Peak (5-0)
• Approved Results-Based Funding Three Year Plan for FY 2023-2025 (5-0)
• Approved 2% District Performance Pay for Classified, Administrative, and Exempt employees (4-1)
• Awarded contract to Skyline Builders to relocate Modular Buildings (5-0)
• Approved payroll and expense vouchers totaling $13,349,236.08 (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state travel (5-0)
• Approved pre-approval of addenda (5-0)
• Approved $100 in donations (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Governing Board will open the special executive session, conduct roll call, and adopt the agenda. The board will then discuss a recommendation regarding the principal position at Greenbrier Elementary School, as allowed under Arizona law. The meeting is closed to the public for this employment discussion.

• Call to Order (procedural)
• Roll Call (procedural)
• Adoption of the Agenda (procedural)
• Discussion of recommendation for Principal of Greenbrier Elementary School (employment matter)
• Adjournment

The Governing Board met in executive session to discuss the recommendation for the Principal of Greenbrier Elementary School. No public votes on the candidate were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss Greenbrier Elementary School principal recommendation (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board appointed Ashley Kane as principal of Greenbrier Elementary and approved the 2022-2023 meeting dates. They also adopted a proclamation for Music in Our Schools Month and recognized several student and staff achievements. Reports included enrollment at 32,680 (up 1.6% from last year) and a safe schools update.

• Appointed Ashley Kane as principal of Greenbrier Elementary
• Approved 2022-2023 regular board meeting dates (one abstention)
• Adopted Music in Our Schools Month proclamation
• Discussed FY23 employee benefit plan recommendation
• Recognized BGHS culinary team for 1st/2nd place at Arizona ProStart Invitational

The Governing Board appointed Ashley Kane as Principal of Greenbrier Elementary and approved the FY23 Employee Benefit Recommendation. The board also designated the district as a Government Purchasing Alliance Lead District and approved ADM Group for portable relocation projects.

• Appointed Ashley Kane as Principal of Greenbrier Elementary (5-0)
• Approved FY23 Employee Benefit Recommendation (5-0)
• Approved Government Purchasing Alliance (1GPA) Lead District Designation (5-0)
• Approved ADM Group as Architect for Portable Relocation Projects (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Governing Board Meeting dates (4-0-1)
• Approved proclamation for March Music In Our Schools Month (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 7.A through 7.N (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, held entirely in executive session. The board will discuss the superintendent's evaluation and performance pay goals for the 2021-22 school year, as permitted under state law for personnel matters. No votes or public decisions are anticipated in open session.

• Discussion of Superintendent Evaluation and Performance Pay Goals for SY 2021-22 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 to discuss Superintendent Evaluation / Performance Pay Goals SY 2021-22 (3-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special meeting with an executive session to receive legal advice and discuss the employment of a principal for The Traditional Academy at Bellair. The public portion includes only procedural items, and no votes or decisions are scheduled in open session.

• Executive session discussion on recommendation for Principal of The Traditional Academy at Bellair (A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1)
• Meeting is closed to the public for personnel matters

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss a recommendation for the Principal of The Traditional Academy at Bellair. No public votes on the candidate were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss principal recommendation (4-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special executive session to discuss the employment, assignment, or salary of a public officer or employee, specifically regarding a recommendation for the Sunrise Elementary principal. The meeting is closed to the public under state law for legal advice and personnel matters.

• Discussion of Sunrise Elementary principal recommendation under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1

The Governing Board met in executive session to consider the recommendation of a principal for Sunrise Elementary. No public votes on the candidate's appointment were recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for executive session to discuss Sunrise Elementary Principal recommendation (4-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved the appointments of Shari LaBuwi as Principal of Sunrise Elementary and Christine Fitzsimmons as Principal of The Traditional Academy at Bellair. The board also received a report from the FY23 Budget Committee. The consent agenda, which included student travel and HR changes, was approved with one nay and one abstention.

• Approved Shari LaBuwi as Principal of Sunrise Elementary
• Approved Christine Fitzsimmons as Principal of The Traditional Academy at Bellair
• Received FY23 Budget Committee report (no action taken)
• Approved student travel for Boulder Creek HS, Barry Goldwater HS, and Deer Valley HS to various events
• Consent agenda approved: minutes, student travel, HR changes (Kim Fisher nay, Ann O'Brien abstain)

The Governing Board appointed Shari LaBuwi and Christine Fitzsimmons as principals. The board also approved a one-time Classroom Site Fund payment for teachers new to the district in FY22. Several consent agenda items including vouchers and contracts were approved via a 3-1-1 vote.

• Appointed Shari LaBuwi as Principal of Sunrise Elementary (5-0)
• Appointed Christine Fitzsimmons as Principal of The Traditional Academy at Bellair (5-0)
• Approved one-time Classroom Site Fund payment for teachers new to the District in FY22 (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (5-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 6.A. through 6.J, including vouchers and donations (3-1-1)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board met on Feb 8, 2022 and approved a $693,999.18 expenditure for high school math adoption resources, including Open Up Math and MathXL. The board also received a finance report showing enrollment of 32,662 and a COVID-19 update from the Safe & Healthy Schools report. Consent agenda items were approved with one nay and one abstention.

• Approval of $693,999.18 for high school math adoption (Open Up Math and MathXL)
• Student enrollment report: 32,662 as of Jan 26, 2021 (1.4% change from last year)
• Safe & Healthy Schools COVID-19 update presented by Dr. Gary Zehrbach
• Consent agenda approved (minutes, etc.) with Kim Fisher nay and Ann O'Brien abstaining
• Deer Valley Education Foundation Rookies of the Year recognized (six teachers named)

The Governing Board approved high school math adoption resources and contract language for certified, administrative, and deputy superintendent roles for the 2022-2023 school year. The board also approved a tax assessment ratio reclassification for Sunlit Arizona, LLC and a Results Based Funding Retention Payment for qualifying positions.

• Approved High School Math Adoption Resources (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 6.A through 6.N, including vouchers and donations (3-1-1)
• Approved proclamation for February Career and Technical Education Month (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state travel (5-0)
• Approved tax assessment ratio reclassification for Sunlit Arizona, LLC (3-2)
• Approved Results Based Funding Retention Payment for March 2022 (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 contract language for Certified, Administrative/Exempt, and Deputy Superintendent (4-0-1)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold an executive session to discuss a recommendation concerning the Norterra Canyon principal, as allowed under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 for employment matters. The meeting also includes standard opening items—call to order, roll call, and agenda adoption—followed by adjournment.

• Discussion of recommendation for Norterra Canyon principal (employment matter)
• Call to Order (procedural)
• Roll Call (procedural)
• Adoption of the Agenda (procedural)
• Adjournment

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss the recommendation of a principal for Norterra Canyon. No public decisions or votes on the appointment were recorded in these minutes.

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

Regular Governing Board Meeting

At its Jan 25 meeting, the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board voted to table a $693,999 high school math adoption resources contract. The board also approved new principals for Desert Mountain School (Molly Gillett) and Norterra Canyon School (Theresa Milks). Several student travel requests were approved as part of the consent agenda. The meeting began with recognition of 2020-21 Teachers of the Year.

• Tabled High School Math Adoption Resources (Open Up Math and MathXL, total $693,999.18)
• Approved appointment of Molly Gillett as Principal of Desert Mountain School
• Approved appointment of Theresa Milks as Principal of Norterra Canyon School
• Approved student travel for multiple high school events (DECA, FCCLA, HOSA, FBLA, JROTC, etc.)
• Recognized 2020-21 Teachers of the Year from 11 schools

The Governing Board approved the appointment of principals for Desert Mountain and Norterra Canyon schools. The board also designated Elementary School #32 as Inspiration Mountain School. A recommendation regarding high school math adoption resources was tabled for the next meeting.

• Appointed Molly Gillett as Principal of Desert Mountain School (5-0)
• Appointed Theresa Milks as Principal of Norterra Canyon School (5-0)
• Tabled High School Math Adoption Resources recommendation (5-0)
• Approved name, mascot, and colors for Elementary School #32 as Inspiration Mountain School, Knights, Royal Blue & Black (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 DVUSD Pathways Calendar (5-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development travel (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including vouchers, donations, and contract renewals (5-0)

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special meeting that includes an executive session to receive legal advice and discuss the employment, assignment, or dismissal of a public officer or employee, specifically regarding the recommendation of Desert Mountain School Principal. No public votes on policy or budget items are scheduled.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 for personnel matters
• Discussion of Desert Mountain School Principal recommendation

The Governing Board met in a special executive session to discuss the recommendation of a principal for Desert Mountain School. No final action or vote on the appointment was recorded in the minutes.

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

Special Meeting of the Governing Board - Executive Session

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special meeting in executive session to discuss the superintendent's relationship with the board, as provided by the superintendent's employment contract. All other agenda items are procedural (call to order, roll call, adoption of agenda, adjournment).

• Executive session discussion of Board/Superintendent relationship pursuant to 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 substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for executive session regarding Board/Superintendent relationship (5-0)

Regular Governing Board Meeting

The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board elected Ann O'Brien as president and Ann Ordway as vice president, and appointed ASBA legislative delegates and alternates. The board also recognized Sandra Day O'Connor High School's newspaper awards and four new National Board Certified Teachers. District reports included student enrollment of 32,752 (2.0% change) and a COVID-19 update from the Safe and Healthy Schools report.

• Election of Ann O'Brien as Governing Board President and Ann Ordway as Vice President
• Appointment of ASBA Legislative Delegate and Alternate
• Recognition of Sandra Day O'Connor High School's OC Talon Newspaper for 1st place in AIPA awards
• Recognition of four newly National Board Certified Teachers
• Student enrollment report: 32,752 as of Dec 15, 2021

The Governing Board held an organizational meeting to elect its President and Vice President and appoint legislative delegates. The board also approved a consent agenda covering personnel changes, vouchers, and payment agreements, as well as out-of-state professional development for employees.

• Elected Ann O'Brien as Governing Board President (4-0)
• Elected Ann Ordway as Governing Board Vice President (3-1)
• Appointed Julie Read as ASBA Legislative Delegate (4-0)
• Appointed Ann Ordway as ASBA Delegate Alternate (3-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 6.A. through 6.O (4-0)
• Approved employee out-of-state professional development (4-0)
• Approved addenda pre-approvals (4-0)