Gilbert Unified School District public meetings in 2020
34 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Executive Sessions begin at 4:15 p.m.; Second Executive Session following First Executive Session; Regular Board Meeting immediately following Second Executive Session
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board held executive sessions on school safety and real property negotiations, then convened a regular meeting. They considered a consent agenda that included a cell tower lease amendment at Gilbert Classical Academy (item 7.06, later removed and tabled), a monthly budget report, a presentation on social-emotional supports, and routine personnel actions.
- Cell tower lease amendment at Gilbert Classical Academy: proposed rent reduction to $1,030/month with 2.25% annual increases (item 7.06, tabled)
- Monthly budget report for November 2020
- Presentation on social-emotional supports
- Approval of routine certified, support staff, and substitute personnel actions
The Governing Board decided that classes will return in a hybrid fashion for the first week after winter break, followed by five-day-a-week in-person instruction. This is subject to COVID case limits of 1% for high schools, 1.5% for junior highs, and 2% for elementary schools. The board also approved two staff reduction in force policies.
- Approved return to hybrid instruction for one week, then in-person 5 days a week, subject to specific COVID case limits (3-2)
- Approved first read of Policy GCQA - Professional Staff Reduction in Force (5-0)
- Approved first read of Policy GDQA - Support Staff Reduction in Force (5-0)
- Authorized attorney to act as instructed in executive session regarding real property negotiations (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items, excluding Item 7.06 (5-0)
- Tabled Item 7.06 - Cell Tower Lease Amendment at Gilbert Classical Academy
Policy Meeting
The Gilbert Unified School District Policy Committee will discuss for first read two policies: GCQA (Professional Staff Reduction in Force) and GDQA (Support Staff Reduction in Force). This is a discussion-only meeting; no final decision is being made.
- Review for first read of Policy GCQA – Professional Staff Reduction in Force
- Review for first read of Policy GDQA – Support Staff Reduction in Force
Special Board Meeting at 11:00 a.m.
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board held a special meeting to call a public hearing under A.R.S. 15-905, hear comments on the FY 2021 Budget Revision #1, and vote on that budget revision. The board approved the FY 2021 Revised Budget #1 and then adjourned the meeting.
- Call a public hearing pursuant to A.R.S. 15-905 (motion by Sheila Uggetti, seconded by Reed Carr)
- Public hearing request to speak on FY 2021 Budget Revision #1
- Adjournment of the public hearing (motion by Jill Humpherys, seconded by Sheila Uggetti)
- Approval of FY 2021 Budget Revision #1 (motion by Jill Humpherys, seconded by Sheila Uggetti)
- Adjournment of the board meeting (motion by Sheila Uggetti, seconded by Lori Wood)
The Governing Board approved the FY2021 Budget Revision #1 following a public hearing. The revision was required by law due to lower-than-projected student enrollment caused by the pandemic.
- Approved FY 2021 Budget Revision #1 (5-0)
Visit to GPS Transportation Department at 5:00 p.m.; Work Study & Brief Board Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.
The board began with a tour of the GPS Transportation Department. During the work‑study session, presentations covered transportation improvements, upcoming school calendar options, and health benchmarks. The board reviewed the October 2020 budget report, approved routine personnel actions, and voted to accept the FY 2020 Revised Annual Financial Report that incorporates Enrollment Stabilization Grant adjustments. The meeting concluded with adjournment.
- Visit to GPS Transportation Department, Building G
- Presentation on Transformation of the Transportation Department (FY 2021)
- Presentation on School Calendar Options for 2022‑2023 and 2023‑2024
- Monthly Budget Report for month ended October 31, 2020
- Acceptance of FY 2020 Revised Annual Financial Report (AFR) reflecting grant adjustments
The Governing Board accepted the FY 2020 Revised Annual Financial Report, which included revisions due to the Enrollment Stabilization Grant. The board also approved the consent agenda items.
- Approved consent agenda item (5-0)
- Accepted FY 2020 Revised Annual Financial Report (5-0)
Executive Session at 5:00 p.m.; Regular Board Meeting immediately following Executive Session
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board met in executive session to discuss superintendent performance standards, then held a regular meeting. The board approved a consent agenda including an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Mesa for school resource officers, adoption of policies on basic instruction, suicide prevention, and parental involvement, and personnel actions. A presentation on health benchmarks was also given.
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Mesa for School Resource Officers
- Adopted Policy IHAMD on instruction and training in suicide prevention
- Adopted Policy IHA on basic instructional program
- Adopted Policy KB on parental involvement in education
- Approved certified, support staff, and substitute personnel changes
Policy Meeting
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board is holding a policy meeting to review and discuss several proposed policies. Items include second-read reviews of policies on the basic instructional program, suicide prevention training, and parental involvement. The board will also discuss policies for reducing professional and support staff.
- Second read of Policy IHA - Basic Instructional Program
- Second read of Policy IHAMD - Instruction and Training in Suicide Prevention
- Second read of Policy KB - Parental Involvement in Education
- Discussion of Policy GCQA - Professional Staff Reduction in Force
- Discussion of Policy GDQA - Support Staff Reduction in Force
Work Study & Brief Board Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.
At a work study and business meeting, the Governing Board heard a presentation on health benchmarks for returning to hybrid or virtual learning. The board approved a consent agenda item listing FY2021 Parent Support Organizations and an action item for FY2020 Budget Revision #3, a $12M transfer to the federal ESG Grant for COVID-19 expenses. The main action item approved specific COVID-19 case thresholds (per school and district-wide) that would trigger a shift to hybrid A-L M-Z model instruction. The superintendent is authorized to review data and make recommendations.
- Presentation and discussion on health benchmarks for returning to hybrid or virtual learning
- Approval of FY2021 Parent Support Organizations list
- Approval of FY2020 Budget Revision #3, moving $12M from Maintenance and Operations to the federal ESG Grant for COVID-19 expenses
- Approval of methods for schools to return to hybrid or virtual learning, with specific COVID-19 case thresholds: ≥1% of students/staff (high schools), ≥1.5% (junior highs), ≥2% (elementary), plus district-wide triggers based on Maricopa County data
The Governing Board established specific case percentage thresholds for schools to transition to hybrid learning and approved a budget revision to utilize an Enrollment Stabilization Grant. Based on these new guidelines, the Board determined Campo Verde High School would begin hybrid learning on November 9th.
- Approved FY 2020 Budget Revision #3 under A.R.S. 15-915 (5-0)
- Approved COVID-19 hybrid learning triggers: 1% for high schools, 1.5% for junior high, and 2% for elementary (5-0)
- Approved district-wide hybrid shift if two of three Maricopa County Department of Health Services guidelines show substantial transmission for two weeks (5-0)
- Determined Campo Verde High School would begin hybrid learning on November 9th
- Approved consent agenda item (5-0)
Special Work Study & Brief Board Business Meeting, 9:30 a.m.
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board held a special work study and brief business meeting. They discussed health benchmarks and methods for returning to hybrid or online learning. The board voted to postpone a decision on approving those methods until November 4, 2020.
- Presentation and discussion on health benchmarks and hybrid/online learning methods
- Board votes 5-0 to postpone approval of methods to November 4, 2020
The Governing Board postponed the discussion and possible action regarding methods for schools to return to hybrid or online learning. The matter is scheduled to be revisited on November 4, 2020, after the Superintendent provides a matrix and updated dashboard data.
- Postponed decision on hybrid or online learning methods until Nov 4, 2020 (5-0)
Executive Session at 5:00 p.m.; Regular Board Meeting immediately following Executive Session
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board held an executive session on school safety, then conducted a regular meeting. They approved a consent agenda including ratification of $27,535,835.26 in payroll and accounts payable vouchers for September 2020. The board also heard a monthly budget report and a health benchmarks update, and discussed a future board retreat (tabled) and a first read of Policy IHA on basic instructional program.
- Executive session held under A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(8) for school safety operations
- Ratified $27,535,835.26 in September 2020 financial vouchers ($20,218,376.72 payroll, $7,317,458.54 accounts payable)
- Received FY2021 monthly budget report and health benchmarks update from ADHS
- Approved list of Parent Support Organizations for FY2021
- First read of Policy IHA - Basic Instructional Program (action item)
The Governing Board approved the first reads of policies regarding the basic instructional program, suicide prevention training, and parental involvement. The board also approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda items, while tabling a request for a board retreat until January.
- Approved first read of Policy IHA - Basic Instructional Program (5-0)
- Approved first read of Policy IHAMD - Instruction and Training in Suicide Prevention (5-0)
- Approved first read of Policy KB - Parental Involvement in Education (5-0)
- Tabled board retreat proposal until January (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Convened executive session for school safety operations (5-0)
Policy Meeting
The Gilbert Unified School District Policy Committee is meeting to discuss three policies for first read: suicide prevention (IHAMD), basic instructional program (IHA), and parental involvement (KB). No votes or decisions are expected; this is a review and discussion only.
- Review for first read of Policy IHAMD on instruction and training in suicide prevention
- Review for first read of Policy IHA on basic instructional program
- Review for first read of Policy KB on parental involvement in education
Executive Session at 5:00 p.m.; Work Study & Brief Board Business Meeting immediately following Executive Session
The Governing Board accepted the required Annual Financial Report for the 2019-2020 fiscal year. In a work study session, the board received updates on health benchmarks and the financial report. Consent items approved routine personnel changes and a list of Parent Support Organizations for the 2020-2021 school year. An executive session was held for legal advice on the Teacher Evaluation System.
- Acceptance of the 2019-2020 Annual Financial Report (AFR), required by state law
- Executive session for legal advice on the Teacher Evaluation System
- Approval of consent items for certified, support staff, and substitute personnel
- Approval of FY2021 Parent Support Organizations list
- Presentation on health benchmarks and the FY2020 Annual Financial Report
The Governing Board approved the consent agenda and accepted the 2019-2020 Annual Financial Report as required by A.R.S. 15-904. The board also convened an executive session to receive legal advice regarding the Teacher Evaluation System.
- Convened executive session for legal advice on Teacher Evaluation System (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
- Accepted 2019-2020 Annual Financial Report (5-0)
Regular Board Meeting
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board approved consent agenda items including a $1,222,000 contract to remodel the former Power Base Transportation Facility into science classrooms for Canyon Valley High School, an intergovernmental agreement with Maricopa County, and expansion of Zonar GPS student tracking. The board also received monthly budget and bond override reports.
- Approval of $1,222,000 contract with Sun Valley Builders, LLC for Canyon Valley High School science lab construction
- Expansion of Zonar GPS system to include student z-pass devices ($84,500 first year, $65,000 ongoing annual cost)
- Intergovernmental Agreement between Gilbert Public Schools and Maricopa County Administered Human Services Department
- Routine approval of certified, support staff, and substitute personnel actions
- Acceptance of unspecified donations
Work Study Meeting, 6:00 p.m.
The Gilbert Unified School District Board holds a work study meeting to discuss a presentation on health benchmarks and a phased reopening update. No formal decisions are made; the session is for discussion only.
- Presentation on health benchmarks and phased reopening update
Regular Board Meeting
The Gilbert Public Schools Governing Board will consider purchasing a COVID-19 liability endorsement from the Arizona School Risk Retention Trust at a cost of $150,000 premium plus $10,000 reserve. The board will also hear a monthly budget report and results of school improvement bonds series 2020. Consent agenda includes an amendment to abate rent for a cell tower lease at Desert Ridge High School for 36 months, approval of personnel changes, and ratification of July financial vouchers totaling over $14.9 million.
- Consider purchase of COVID-19 liability insurance for $160,000
- Amendment to abate cell tower lease rent at Desert Ridge High School for 36 months
- Monthly budget report and school improvement bonds series 2020 results
- Ratification of July financial vouchers: FY2020 $9,292,008.19 and FY2021 $5,647,997.63
- Approval of routine certified, support staff, and substitute personnel changes
The Governing Board approved a COVID-19 liability endorsement and adopted new policies regarding sexual harassment and Title IX. The Board also approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda items.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved all consent agenda items (5-0)
- Approved payment for Arizona School Risk Retention Trust COVID-19 Endorsement (5-0)
- Approved suspension of Board Policy BGB to allow emergency adoption of sexual harassment policies (5-0)
- Approved Policy ACA - Sexual Harassment (5-0)
- Approved Policy ACAA - Title IX Sexual Harassment (5-0)
Executive Session at 4:00 p.m.; Special Board Meeting immediately following Executive Session
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board meets in executive session to discuss school safety operations, then holds a special meeting to review current health benchmarks from the Arizona Department of Health Services and Maricopa County and discuss a phased-in approach for reopening schools. The board also takes public comment.
- Executive session for discussion of school safety operations or plans
- Review of health benchmarks from ADHS and Maricopa County
- Discussion of phased-in reopening plan for schools
- Public comment opportunity under A.R.S. 38-431.02.H
The Governing Board discussed a phased-in approach to reopen schools, including a hybrid model starting September 8 and full in-person learning on September 21, provided health benchmarks remain green. No formal votes were taken on the reopening plan as the session was for discussion and recommendations.
- Approved motion to convene Executive Session (5-0)
Executive Session at 4:00 p.m.; Work Study & Brief Board Business Meeting immediately following Executive Session
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board will hold an executive session on school safety operations, followed by a work study to discuss Arizona Department of Health benchmarks for reopening schools, fall sports schedules, the onsite support learning plan, and face covering policy regulations. During the brief board business meeting, the board will consider consent items including personnel actions, a $100,000 laundry contract, and a $745,218 renovation of secure entryways at three high schools.
- Executive session for school safety operations (A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(8))
- Discussion of Arizona Department of Health benchmarks to reopen schools
- Discussion of face covering policy regulations (policies GBGB-R, JICA-RB, KI-RB)
- Approval of Cintas laundry and cloth service contract over $100,000 via cooperative contract US Communities #210321258
- Approval of $745,218 renovation for secure entry lobbies at Highland High ($311,538), Desert Ridge High ($212,862), and Campo Verde High ($220,818) using JOC 1GPA-18-15PV
The Governing Board approved the consent agenda, which included security entry renovations for Mesquite, Highland, Desert Ridge, and Campo Verde High Schools. The board also held an executive session regarding school safety operations and plans.
- Approved motion to convene executive session for school safety operations (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items, including high school security entry renovations (5-0)
Regular Board Meeting
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda containing 10 items, including minutes, personnel changes, contract renewals, and intergovernmental agreements. The board also received a monthly budget report and 3rd quarter financials, and a presentation on Governor Ducey's recent executive order. All items were approved unanimously.
- Monthly Budget Report and FY 2020 3rd Quarter Financial Report
- Presentation of Governor Ducey's most recent Executive Order
- Approval of FY 2021 Contract Renewals for multi-term contracts
- Intergovernmental Agreement for Pima County JTED - AZ CTE Curriculum Consortium
- RFP #20-06-06-25 Employee Benefit Trust Consultant and Settlement Agreement with Valley Schools Management Group
The Governing Board approved the meeting agenda. The Superintendent reported the sale of School Improvement Bonds with $40 million to be deposited into the Bond Building Fund on August 20, 2020. The Board also reviewed Governor Ducey's executive order regarding distance learning and the reopening of schools.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
Executive Session at 5:45 p.m.; Special Board Meeting immediately following Executive Session - REVISED
The Governing Board approved a plan to reopen schools for the 2020-2021 school year, starting August 5 online-only and resuming other options on August 17. The board also approved the appointment of Dr. Joyce Meyer as Executive Director of Talent Management and discussed changes to the school calendar.
- Approval of the Plan to Reopen Schools for 2020-2021 (online-only start August 5, then other options August 17)
- Appointment of Dr. Joyce Meyer as Executive Director of Talent Management – Human Relations for 2020-2021
- Approval of Mesa CARES Gilbert Public Schools Subrecipient Agreement with insurance
- Discussion and approval of changes to the 2020-2021 school calendar
- Consent agenda approval of certified personnel actions and routine employment changes
The Governing Board approved the appointment of Dr. Joyce Meyer to the role of Executive Director of Talent Management - Human Relations for the 2020-2021 school year. The Board also received a presentation on the district's plan to reopen schools with three learning options, though no formal vote on the plan was recorded.
- Approved appointment of Dr. Joyce Meyer as Executive Director of Talent Management - Human Relations (5-0)
Executive Session at 5:15 p.m.; Regular Board Meeting immediately following Executive Session
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board will hold a public hearing on the FY 2021 proposed budget, followed by a regular meeting to approve consent agenda items including a $978,224 insurance renewal and personnel changes. The board also met in executive session to discuss superintendent evaluation and pay.
- Public hearing on FY 2021 proposed budget
- Arizona School Risk Retention Trust insurance renewal for FY 2021 at $978,224
- FY 2020 Revised Budget #2 presentation
- Certified and support staff personnel approvals
- Substitute personnel approvals
The Governing Board adopted the FY 2021 Proposed Budget and approved the FY 2020 Revised Budget #2. The Board also approved performance-based compensation for Superintendent Dr. Shane McCord. Additionally, the Superintendent announced that face-to-face graduations for the class of 2020 would not be attempted.
- Approved FY 2021 Proposed Budget for Adoption (5-0)
- Approved FY 2020 Revised Budget #2 (5-0)
- Approved performance-based compensation for Superintendent Dr. Shane McCord (5-0)
- Approved all consent agenda items (5-0)
- Convened Executive Session for Superintendent Evaluation and Pay for Performance (5-0)
Policy Meeting
The Policy Committee is reviewing several district policies. Discussions include school board operational goals, employee benefit trust reserving policies, suicide prevention training, and student conduct regulations.
- Discussion of Policy BA - School Board Operational Goals
- Review of Policy DC - Employee Benefit Trust (The Trust) Reserving Policy
- Review of Policy IHAMD - Instruction and Training in Suicide Prevention
- Review of Policy JIC - Student Conduct and related regulations
Work Study & Brief Board Business Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
The board received updates from a task force and on the Global Academy. They then approved a consent agenda including personnel actions, stop loss insurance at $1,036,479, and the purchase of three baby grand pianos for $162,510.97. Action items included advertising the proposed FY2021 budget for a public hearing on June 23, 2020, and approving a site license for the Florida Virtual Online Curriculum Platform for grades K-12.
- Proposed FY2021 budget advertisement and public hearing set for June 23, 2020
- Approved stop loss insurance (RFP #20-08-06-25) at $1,036,479 from Matrix Group Benefits
- Approved purchase of three Yamaha baby grand pianos for $162,510.97 from Riverton Piano
- Approved site license for Florida Virtual Online Curriculum Platform for grades K-12
- Approved overnight/out-of-state travel requests for high school AIA and CTSO activities
The Governing Board approved the advertisement of the FY 2021 proposed budget summary and scheduled a public hearing for June 23, 2020. The board also approved the consent agenda items. Discussion included proposed salary increases and a reduction in the Classroom Site Fund Contribution due to decreased sales tax revenues.
- Approved advertisement of FY 2021 proposed budget summary and public hearing notice for June 23, 2020 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
Regular Board Meeting
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda including several operational items and separate votes on certified personnel. Presentations covered the 2020-2021 reopening task force, summer programs, and a phased return to athletics. The board also approved contracts, personnel changes, and facility upgrades.
- Approved expansion of Global Academy from grades 7-12 to K-12 as one entity
- Approved computer lab conversions at Oak Tree, Carol Rae Ranch, Patterson, and Quartz Hill elementaries for $209,705
- Approved Food Program Permanent Service Agreement with Arizona Department of Education for school meals
- Approved reorganization of executive team: three title changes (Shawn McIntosh, Barbara Newman, Jared Ryan)
- Approved certified personnel list separately, including Laura Humpherys (Jill Humpherys abstained)
The Governing Board approved the meeting agenda and the majority of the consent agenda. The board reviewed plans for a 2020-2021 task force, summer camp modifications, and a phased reopening of athletics. No final decision was made on the 2020-2021 school year plan, which is scheduled for presentation on June 23rd.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda items excluding Item 6.03 (5-0)
Work Study & Brief Board Business Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board met to review budget revisions, discuss advocacy priorities, and recognize staff. The board approved a certified pay-for-performance compensation plan for teachers and authorized a $2,323,741 contract with CDW Government LLC to purchase 7,000 Chromebooks for the 2020-2021 school year.
- Approved Certified Pay for Performance plan for 2020-2021
- Awarded RWQ 20-122 contract to CDW Government LLC for 7,000 Chromebooks ($2,323,741)
- Reviewed 2019-2020 Projected Budget Revision #2
- Discussed ASBA Proposed 2020 Political Agenda
- Issued proclamations for Teacher Appreciation Week and National School Nurse Day
The Governing Board approved the purchase of student devices from vendor CDW Government LLC for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. The devices, which are Dell Chrome operating devices with four-year warranties, are intended for upcoming seventh and ninth graders.
- Approved student devices for FY20/21 from CDW Government LLC (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
- Proclaimed May 4-8 as Teacher Appreciation Week and May 5 as National Teacher Day
- Proclaimed May 6 as School Nurse Day
Regular Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board met via WebEx and approved a consent agenda including a $1.6 million purchase of 12 school buses, $875,270 for portable renovations at nine schools, and $453,656 for flooring upgrades. A $114,948 piano purchase for Highland High School was removed from the consent agenda for further procurement review. The board also received the monthly budget report and a presentation on 2020 summer bond and capital projects.
- Purchase of 12 school buses from Auto Safety House for $1,627,200 using Mohave contract
- Approval of Belfor Property Restoration for portable renovations at nine school locations, cost $875,270
- Flooring upgrades at Ashland Ranch Elementary, Highland High School, Superstition Springs Elementary, Val Vista Lakes Elementary for $453,656
- Door and hardware upgrade at Mesquite High School for $149,824
- Purchase of two Yamaha grand pianos for Highland High School ($114,948) removed from consent agenda for procurement process
The Governing Board approved the appointment of Dr. Renea Kennedy as Curriculum Director for the 2020-2021 school year. The Board also approved a series of consent items including summer bond and capital projects totaling approximately $10,072,431.
- Approved appointment of Dr. Renea Kennedy as Curriculum Director (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items 5.02-5.04 and 5.06-5.17 (5-0)
- Removed Item 5.05 from the Consent Agenda for further procurement process
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
Executive Session at 5:30 p.m.; Brief Board Business Meeting & Work Study following Executive Session - REVISION
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board held an executive session to discuss potential appointments, then a brief business meeting. They approved Tyler Dumas as Principal of South Valley Junior High and Brian Winter as Principal of Gilbert High School for 2020-2021. The board also approved a $991,028 remodeling contract with Sun Valley Builders LLC for district office work and suspended a staff evaluation policy due to COVID-19. Items related to a new telecommuting policy were removed from the agenda.
- Appointment of Tyler Dumas as Principal of South Valley Junior High
- Appointment of Brian Winter as Principal of Gilbert High School
- Approval of $991,028 contract with Sun Valley Builders LLC for Building G and B renovations
- Approval to suspend portion of Policy GDN (staff evaluations) for 2019-2020 due to COVID-19
- Approval of consent agenda covering certified and support staff personnel changes
The Governing Board approved two new principal appointments and the renewal of administrator contracts for 2020-2021. The board also authorized a comprehensive remodel of district office buildings and suspended a portion of the support staff supervision policy due to COVID-19.
- Approved appointment of Tyler Dumas as South Valley Junior High Principal (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Brian White as Gilbert High Principal (5-0)
- Removed items 4.03 and 4.04 regarding telecommuting policy from the agenda (5-0)
- Suspended Board Policy GDN requirement for employee evaluation for 2019-2020 (5-0)
- Approved renewal of 2020-2021 Administrator Contracts (5-0)
- Approved professional development half days for Sept 16, Nov 18, and Feb 3 (5-0)
- Approved Sun Valley Builders, LLC for $991,028 district office remodeling (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
Executive Session at 5:00 p.m.; Regular Board Meeting following Executive Session - REVISION
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board is meeting in executive session to discuss evaluation and renewal of contracts for assistant superintendents, directors, and principals. The regular meeting will then consider consent agenda items including approval of minutes, personnel changes, work calendars, and several large capital projects totaling over $2.4 million. Reports on the monthly budget and final FY2019 audit are also scheduled.
- Executive session for evaluation/renewal of contracts for assistant superintendents, directors, and principals
- Approval of $1,127,850 central plant renovation at Desert Ridge Junior High and High School
- Approval of $1,070,199 central plant upgrades at Ashland Ranch, Boulder Creek, and Carol Rae Ranch Elementary Schools
- Approval of $284,461.81 structured cabling upgrades at six schools (Augusta Ranch, Boulder Creek, Canyon Rim, Carol Rae Ranch, Settler’s Point, Desert Ridge High)
- Award RFP #20-07-06-25 for HSA administration services to HealthSavings Administrators
The Governing Board approved salary increases for non-certified staff and renewed contracts for various professional and support staff. The board also approved medical insurance rates and a Memorandum of Understanding. Superintendent Dr. McCord reported on the launch of the remote learning model due to COVID-19 school closures.
- Approved salary increase for 2020-2021 for all staff excluding certified personnel (5-0)
- Approved renewal of 2020-2021 administrators, psychologist, professional staff and support staff contracts (5-0)
- Approved 2020-2021 medical insurance rates, including a proposed 3% increase (5-0)
- Approved 2020-2021 Memorandum of Understanding, amended to be subject to Arizona Statute and GPS Policy (5-0)
- Approved contract language for all 2020-2021 contracts except certified teachers (5-0)
- Approved Community Education position of Athletic Director: Gilbert Youth for 2020-2021 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda Items 6.02 through 6.14 (5-0)
- Approved convening of Executive Session for contract evaluation and renewal (5-0)
Special Board Meeting at 5:00 p.m. - REVISED
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board met on March 17, 2020, to address the COVID-19 outbreak. They adopted a resolution authorizing school closures and employee work schedule changes. Additionally, the board approved a 5% salary increase for certified employees, buyback of two medical days, and changes in accrual rates. Other actions included renewing certified employee contracts for 2020-2021, approving contract language, and adopting the teacher work calendar.
- Adoption of resolution for school closures and employee work schedules in response to COVID-19
- Approval of 5% salary increase for certified teachers and buyback of two medical days
- Renewal of certified employee contracts for 2020-2021 school year
- Conditional approval of overnight/out-of-state travel pending cancellation of COVID-19 travel restrictions
- Approval of the revised Teacher Work Calendar for 2020-2021
The Governing Board approved a resolution regarding school closures and employee work schedules in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The board also approved consent agenda items 5.02 through 5.04.
- Approved resolution relating to school closures and employee work schedules (4-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda Items 5.02 through 5.04 (5-0)
Executive Session at 6:00 p.m.; Regular Board Meeting following Executive Session; Second Executive Session after Item 13.01
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board will hold an executive session for legal advice on settling pending litigation (case 19C-DP-052-ADE). Following that, the regular meeting includes approval of consent agenda items such as personnel changes and purchases exceeding $100,000 totaling $300,000, along with reports on the monthly budget and second-quarter finances. A presentation on early release professional days is also scheduled.
- Executive session for legal advice regarding settlement of pending litigation (19C-DP-052-ADE)
- Approval of FY 2020 purchases exceeding $100,000: B&H Photo Video ($100k), Standard Restaurant Supply ($100k), Troxell Communications ($100k) — total $300,000
- Monthly budget report YTD January 31, 2020 and FY 2020 second quarter financial report as of December 31, 2019
- Presentation on early release professional days
- Proclamation recognizing National FFA Week (February 22–29, 2020)
The Governing Board approved a multi-year purchase of a supplemental K-6 music resource and a 5% increase in facility rental rates. The Board also authorized legal counsel to proceed with instructions regarding a pending litigation settlement.
- Approved $223,000 purchase of Quaver supplementary K-6 general music resource (5-0)
- Approved 5% rate increase for facility rentals (5-0)
- Approved instruction to legal counsel regarding settlement of pending litigation 19C-DP-052-ADE (5-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items 9.02 through 9.13 (5-0)
Policy Meeting
The Gilbert Unified School District Policy Committee will review several policies, including advertising in schools, transportation services, the annual budget, employee benefit trust reserving, and suicide prevention training. They will also discuss a proposed resolution to support a complete count in the 2020 U.S. Census. The meeting includes first and second reads of policies and updates to existing regulations.
- Review for Second Read of Policy KHB – Advertising in Schools
- Review for Second Read of Policy EEB – Business and Personnel Transportation Services
- First Read of Policy DB – Annual Budget
- First Read of Policy IHAMD – Instruction and Training in Suicide Prevention
- Discussion on Proposed Resolution Supporting a Complete Count in the Decennial U.S. 2020 Census
Executive Session at 5:30 p.m.; Work Study & Brief Board Business Meeting following Executive Session
The Governing Board held an executive session on employee salary negotiations, then a work study with presentations on Gifted Education Week, International Baccalaureate, and a compensation study. During the board business meeting, it approved consent items including travel requests, and action items including a bus advertising revenue-sharing agreement with Alpha Media (65% of revenue to the district), public review of supplementary science materials, 2020-2021 work calendars, and base rate schedules and stipends.
- Approved revenue-sharing agreement with Alpha Media for bus advertising (65% of revenue to district, no cost, through June 2021 with renewal option)
- Approved 2020-2021 base rate schedules and stipends for staff
- Approved public review of McGraw Hill's Inspire Science Kits for K-6 science
- Approved 2020-2021 work calendars for professional, support, and nutrition services staff
- Held executive session on negotiations with employee organizations regarding salaries and benefits
The Governing Board approved a revenue-generating bus advertising contract and the public review of K-6 science materials. The board also approved the 2020-2021 work calendars and base rate schedules for employee pay.
- Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
- Approved engagement with Alpha Media for bus advertising (5-0)
- Approved public review of supplementary science material (5-0)
- Approved 2020-2021 work calendars (5-0)
- Approved 2020-2021 base rate schedules and stipends (5-0)
Regular Board Meeting
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board approved the creation of two new positions for the 2020-2021 school year: Coordinator of K-12 Special Areas and Instructional Leadership Coach. The board also heard a presentation on the 2019-2020 Budget Revision #1 and approved a consent agenda including personnel actions, policy adoptions, and parent support organizations.
- Approval of two new staff positions for 2020-2021 (Coordinator of K-12 Special Areas and Instructional Leadership Coach)
- Presentation of the 2019-2020 Budget Revision #1
- Approval of second read and adoption of Policy DJE (Bidding/Purchasing Procedures)
- Approval of second read and adoption of Policy GBEB (Staff Conduct) and Policy GBEFA (Staff Use of Digital Wireless Communications while Driving)
- Approval of FY 2020 Parent Support Organization
The Governing Board approved the first revision of the 2019-2020 budget and authorized new staff positions for the upcoming school year. The Board also approved the purchase of print management software and the first read of two district policies.
- Adopted 2019-2020 Revised Budget #1 (5-0)
- Approved new staff positions for 2020-2021 school year, including Coordinator of K-12 Special Areas and Instructional Leadership Coach (5-0)
- Approved purchase of PaperCut MF print management software (5-0)
- Approved first read of Policy KHB - Advertising in Schools (5-0)
- Approved first read of Policy EEB - Business and Personnel Transportation Services (5-0)
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda Items 7.02-7.05 and 7.07-7.17 (5-0)
Governing Board Retreat at 10:00 a.m.
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board will hold a retreat on January 14, 2020. The meeting will begin with a call to order, followed by a discussion of the salary compensation study update. The session will conclude with adjournment. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Call to Order
- Discussion of Salary Compensation Study Update
- Adjournment
The Governing Board held a retreat to review a presentation on salary history and employee group changes. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.
Policy Meeting
The Gilbert Unified School District Policy Committee is meeting to review and discuss multiple policies. Items include second reads of policies on bidding/purchasing, staff ethics, staff conduct, staff use of devices while driving, support staff qualifications, and medicines administration to students. Also on the agenda are updates to grading/assessment, student dress, gifts to staff, and a discussion on advertising in schools. Additionally, first reads of policies on transportation services, employee benefit trust, and annual budget are scheduled.
- Review for Second Read of Policy DJE - Bidding/Purchasing Procedures
- Review for Second Read of Policy JLCD - Medicines/Administering Medicines to Students
- Update of Policy JICA-R (Regulation) - Student Dress
- Review for First Read of Policy DB - Annual Budget
- Review for First Read of Policy DC - Employee Benefit Trust Reserving Policy
Special Organizational Meeting & Brief Board Business Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
The Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board held a special organizational meeting to elect board officers for 2020. Dr. Charles Santa Cruz was selected as Board President and Lori Wood as Board Clerk. The board also approved meeting times, rules of order, committee appointments, and overnight travel requests.
- Election of Dr. Charles Santa Cruz as Board President for 2020
- Election of Lori Wood as Board Clerk for 2020
- Approval of meeting times for work study, policy, and board business meetings
- Approval of the Rules of Order (Policy BEDD)
- Approval of committee appointments including liaisons to Gilbert and Mesa
The Governing Board held an organizational meeting to elect officers and assign committee roles for the 2020 calendar year. The board also approved its rules of order and travel requests. A proposal to change the format of board committee reports was denied.
- Elected Dr. Charles Santa Cruz as Board President (5-0)
- Elected Mrs. Lori Wood as Board Clerk (5-0)
- Approved continuing current meeting times until May 2020 (5-0)
- Approved Rules of Order under Policy BEDD (5-0)
- Approved Board appointments to committees and liaison roles (5-0)
- Denied proposal to change Board Committee Reports to Board Committee and Activity Reports (1-4)
- Approved overnight and/or out-of-state travel (5-0)