Mesa Unified School District, AZ

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests and a consent agenda including intergovernmental agreements for School Resource Officers with the cities of Chandler and Mesa, and an assessment collaborative. The meeting also approved minutes from a previous session.

• Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Chandler for SRO at Summit Academy (2027-2029)
• Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Mesa for School Resource Officers
• Approval of Arizona Assessment Collaboratives IGA
• Approval of Second Amendment to Option and Easement Agreement – T-Mobile West Tower LLC
• Approval of May 28, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes

The Governing Board approved the proposed FY2026-27 budget and several policy revisions regarding student and employee conduct. The board also passed multiple consent agenda items including school resource officer agreements and HVAC contracts.

• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 28 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved City of Chandler School Resource Officer agreement (5-0)
• Approved City of Mesa School Resource Officer agreement (5-0)
• Approved Arizona Assessment Collaboratives agreement (5-0)
• Approved T-Mobile West Tower LLC lease amendments for Taylor JH, Franklin East K-6, Sirrine Elementary, and Stapley Jr High (5-0)
• Approved Red Mountain High School JROTC Memorandum of Agreement (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Governing Board is holding a study session to review results from West Ed, ALP focus groups, and surveys conducted with parents, students, and staff. District leadership will discuss these findings and the subsequent steps for the 2026-27 school year.

• Review of West Ed, ALP focus group and Parent/Student/Staff Survey results

The Mesa Unified School District held a study session on June 25, 2026. District leadership presented perception data and next steps for the 2026‑27 school year. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and carried unanimously. The meeting ended at 4:48 p.m.

• Adjourned study session (5-0)

Special Board Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board met to consider entering an executive session. This session was intended for obtaining legal advice and discussing contract negotiations, litigation, or settlement matters related to the Doe vs. MPS lawsuit.

• Motion to enter executive session for legal advice and litigation/settlement discussion
• Discussion of Doe vs. MPS lawsuit

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests including an addendum. The board also approved a consent agenda that includes meeting minutes, a FAFSA Peer Coach intergovernmental agreement, an Arizona State University Universal Learner Courses IGA, and an amendment to the Maricopa County Head Start IGA. The meeting also featured recognitions for students, teachers, and athletic champions.

• Personnel requests approved, including an addendum
• FAFSA Peer Coach Intergovernmental Agreement approved
• Arizona State University Universal Learner Courses (ULC) Intergovernmental Agreement approved
• Amendment to Maricopa County Head Start Intergovernmental Agreement approved (term extended through June 30, 2027)
• Minutes of May 14, 2026 regular meeting and study session approved

The Governing Board approved multiple personnel requests, consent agenda items, and various purchasing contracts. The board also approved an additional levy to maintain district cash liquidity.

• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 14, 2026 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 14, 2026 study session minutes (5-0)
• Approved FAFSA Peer Coach Intergovernmental Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Arizona State University Universal Learner Courses IGA (5-0)
• Approved Maricopa County Human Services Department Head Start IGA amendment (5-0)
• Approved ISQR Project Memorandum of Understanding (5-0)

Special Board Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will convene a special meeting to receive legal advice regarding a letter from the Goldwater Institute. The meeting will be held virtually and may include an executive session.

• Executive session for legal advice on Goldwater Institute letter
• Meeting held virtually at Curriculum Services Center
• Public access begins 30 minutes prior to 1:00 p.m. start

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Governing Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the revised budget for fiscal year 2025-26. The meeting also includes personnel requests and a consent agenda covering various district matters.

• Public Hearing on FY2025-26 Revised Budget
• Personnel Requests action item
• Reduction in square footage due to removal of portable buildings at multiple school sites

The Governing Board approved a resolution for a $449 million special bond election. Additional actions included approving the FY 2025-26 revised budget, the 2026-27 compensation plan, and various grant proposals.

• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 23, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved square footage reduction for 14 school sites (5-0)
• Approved Taylor Junior High easement renewal (5-0)
• Approved $225,000 Systemic School Improvement grant proposal (5-0)
• Approved $95,000 aTSI grant proposal (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 Apptegy contract award (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board holds a study session with a presentation from the Parent Advisory Committee. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the session is informational and procedural.

• Presentation from the Parent Advisory Committee (discussion item)

The Mesa Unified School District board held a study session on May 14, 2026, during which the Parent Advisory Committee presented recommendations. The board then moved to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried with all five members voting yea. No other actions were taken.

• Adjourned study session (5-0)

Special Board Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will convene a special meeting to receive legal advice on a letter from the Goldwater Institute and discuss litigation with two employees. The board may move into executive session to consult with counsel on settlement negotiations.

• Executive session for legal advice on Goldwater Institute letter
• Discussion on litigation with employees 0015643 and 2016183
• Consultation on settlement negotiations and proposed terms

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Governing Board is reviewing the Native American Education Program Annual Programmatic Report and deciding on personnel requests. The board is also approving new evaluation tools for transportation and specialized therapists for the 2026-27 school year.

• Approval of a lease renewal for the American Tower cell tower at Dobson High School through 2031
• Approval of new evaluation tools for SLP, OT, and PT starting in the 2026-27 school year
• Approval of a new Transportation Evaluation Tool starting in the 2026-27 school year
• Resolution providing a statement of support for the Guard and Reserve
• Public hearing on the Native American Education Program Annual Programmatic Report

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests, new evaluation tools for the 2026-27 school year, and a $500,000 contract increase for building management. The board also approved a $1.5 million contract renewal for shade structures and repairs, accepted donations of $127,254.98, and authorized payment of warrants for the period ending April 15, 2026.

• Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
• Approved new SLP, OT, PT evaluation tool (5-0)
• Approved new Transportation Evaluation Tool (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 9, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Lease Renewal for Dobson High School cell tower (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 contract increase for building management (5-0)
• Approved $127,254.98 in March 2026 donations (5-0)

Special Board Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a special meeting at 5:00 p.m. to discuss employee negotiations and receive a 'Meet and Confer' update. The board voted to enter executive session and later adjourned the meeting.

• Executive session for employee organization negotiations
• Meet and Confer update
• Meeting adjourned

Special Board Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will convene a special meeting at 5:00 p.m. on April 9, 2026, at the Curriculum Services Center. The board will vote to enter executive session to discuss a student disciplinary matter. The meeting is expected to adjourn immediately following the executive session vote.

• Executive session to discuss student disciplinary matter
• Meeting location: Curriculum Services Center, 549 North Stapley Drive
• Meeting date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
• Board members present: Marcie Hutchinson, Rachel Walden, Courtney Davis, Lacy Chaffee, Sharon Benson

The Board moved into an executive session to consider a student disciplinary matter. The meeting was adjourned at 5:11 p.m.

• Approved move into Executive Session for student disciplinary matter (5-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Governing Board of Mesa Unified School District No. 4 met to approve personnel requests and a series of consent agenda items. The board also recognized student achievements from Mountain View and Red Mountain High Schools.

• Approval of personnel requests and an addendum
• Acceptance of $176,236.51 in donations for February 2026
• Renewal of a cell tower easement agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC for Crismon Elementary School
• Authorization of payment warrants for services, materials, and payroll for periods ending March 11 through April 1, 2026
• Approval of student activities club fund reports for February 1-28, 2026

The Governing Board approved multiple personnel requests, consent agenda items, and various purchasing contracts. The board also passed proclamations for Bus Driver Appreciation Day and Public School Volunteer Week.

• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 12 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved March 12 study session minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 1 study session minutes (5-0)
• Approved Crismon Elementary easement renewal with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (5-0)
• Approved February 2026 donations of $176,236.51 (5-0)
• Approved February 2026 student activities fund report (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to receive updates on the Hacktivate 2025-26 events and review data for capital planning. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m. at the Curriculum Services Center.

• Hacktivate 2025-26 events update
• Capital Planning data review
• Study session adjournment

The Mesa Unified School District board convened a study session on April 1, 2026, to discuss district capital planning and review a presentation on the Hacktivate 2025-26 student program. The session covered future facility needs and long-term funding requirements, but recorded no binding actions on policies, budgets, or contracts. The board adjourned at 1:53 p.m.

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session on March 12, 2026 at the Curriculum Services Center. The agenda includes a public notice, a moment of silence, a call to order, and a discussion update on Project Momentum Schools presented by Ms. Aimee De La Torre. The session will conclude with an adjournment motion.

• Public Notice (procedural)
• Moment of Silence
• Call to Order
• Update on Project Momentum Schools (discussion, information)
• Adjournment motion

The meeting consisted of an update regarding Project Momentum Schools. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the session.

• Meeting adjourned (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests and a consent agenda that included minutes from a previous meeting and lease renewals with T-Mobile for wireless communication sites at Red Mountain High School, Shepherd Junior High, and Mesa Center for Success.

• Personnel requests approved
• Approval of 2026-27 Administrative and Psychologist Renewal/Non-Renewal List
• Minutes of February 26, 2026 Regular Meeting approved
• Lease renewal with T-Mobile West Tower LLC for Red Mountain High School
• Lease renewal with T-Mobile West Tower LLC for Shepherd Junior High

The Governing Board approved various personnel requests, administrative renewals, and multiple contract renewals. The board also authorized lease renewals with T-Mobile West Tower LLC for three school sites and a grant proposal not to exceed $51,000.

• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Approved 2026-27 Administrative and Psychologist Renewal/Non-Renewal List (5-0)
• Approved February 26, 2026 meeting minutes via consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved T-Mobile West Tower LLC lease renewals for Red Mountain High School, Shepherd Junior High, and Mesa Center for Success (5-0)
• Approved renaming the MARC Center Sunridge and reconfiguring buildings 1001 and 1002 (5-0)
• Approved Valley of the Sun United Way grant proposal up to $51,000 (5-0)
• Approved warrants for services and payroll through March 4, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved square footage reduction for seven elementary schools and Dobson High School (5-0)

Special Board Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board held a special meeting on March 12, 2026, primarily to consider moving into executive session for a student disciplinary matter under state law. The board voted unanimously to enter closed session and then adjourned. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Board voted 4-0 to move into executive session under A.R.S. §15-843 for consideration of a student disciplinary matter.

The Board met to consider a student disciplinary matter in executive session. Following the session, the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved move into Executive Session for student disciplinary matter (3-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting (4-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests and contract increases for the 2026-27 school year. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and a contract increase for a survey platform.

• Personnel requests approved
• 2026-27 employment contract templates approved
• Contract increase of $15,000 for Qualtrics
• Contract increase of $20,000 for Boys and Girls Club
• Minutes from Feb 12, 2026 meetings approved

Special Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board held a special meeting to receive an update on Meet and Confer. The Board voted to move into executive session to discuss instructions for representatives regarding negotiations with employee organizations.

• Executive session regarding negotiations with employee organizations

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board voted 4-1 to approve a certified Reduction in Force (RIF) in areas listed in an attached memo, with Sharon Benson voting no. The board also approved personnel requests and a consent agenda including two 21st Century Community Learning Centers grants of $540,000 each for Eisenhower Center For Innovation and Stevenson Elementary. Prior to action items, the board recognized National Board Certified Teachers and other staff, and heard public comment.

• Approved a certified Reduction in Force (RIF) – motion carried 4-1 (Benson opposed)
• Approved personnel requests including an addendum
• Approved $540,000 grant for Eisenhower Center For Innovation for after-school tutoring and childcare (2026-2031)
• Approved $540,000 grant for Stevenson Elementary for after-school tutoring and childcare (2026-2031)
• Approved minutes from January 22 regular meeting, January 22 study session, and January 27 special meeting

The governing board approved personnel requests and a reduction‑in‑force plan. It also approved a consent agenda that included minutes, two grant applications, a memorandum with the U.S. Army, a student travel request, and payment of warrants. Additional approvals covered a $750,000 electrical services contract, the 2025 audit questionnaire and financial report, and a legal action for age‑discrepancy students. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved personnel requests (5 yea)
• Approved Reduction in Force (4 yea, 1 nay)
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, two grant proposals, Army MoU, travel request, warrants) (5 yea)
• Approved $750,000 contract renewal for electrical contractor services (5 yea)
• Approved Audits and Compliance Questionnaire and 2025 ACFR (5 yea)
• Approved legal requirement for age discrepancy students (5 yea)
• Adjourned meeting (5 yea)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session on February 12, 2026, at the Curriculum Services Center. The session will include a presentation on Participatory Staffing and conclude with an adjournment.

• Study session on Participatory Staffing
• Meeting at Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive
• Public access begins 30 minutes prior to start

The board conducted a study session featuring an update on participatory staffing presented by Genesse Montes and several principals. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded during the session.

• Adjourned the study session (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to review capital planning needs and discuss survey questions regarding block scheduling for parents, staff, and students. The board will also plan its calendar for the summer.

• Capital Planning discussion
• Review of block scheduling survey questions
• Board calendar planning for summer
• Adjournment of study session

The Board reviewed district priorities for capital planning and discussed upcoming calendar planning through the summer. The session also included a review of survey questions regarding block scheduling.

• Reviewed capital planning line item needs to develop district priorities
• Reviewed survey questions for parents, staff, and students regarding block scheduling
• Discussed Board calendar planning through the summer

Special Board Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a special meeting to discuss legal matters, specifically regarding the case Walden vs. MPS. The board voted to enter executive session to receive legal advice and discuss litigation strategy.

• Executive session for legal advice on Walden vs. MPS
• Discussion of contracts in pending litigation
• Adjournment of the special meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Governing Board approved a $400,000 contract to replace the district's Computer Maintenance Management System, and renewed cell tower easements at Adams Elementary and Skyline High School with Phoenix Tower International. Personnel requests including an addendum and stipend were also approved. The consent agenda, which included these items, passed unanimously.

• Contract award of $400,000 for an upgraded Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Renewal of cell tower easement at Adams Elementary with Phoenix Tower International (PTI US Towers II, LLC)
• Renewal of cell tower easement at Skyline High School with Phoenix Tower International (PTI US Towers II, LLC)
• Personnel requests including an addendum and a stipend
• Recognition of Mountain View 'We The People' state champions, Westwood High cheer coach of the year, and Kerr Spotlight school

The Governing Board approved personnel requests, several consent agenda items, and a proclamation for National School Counseling Week. Additionally, the board adopted the 2027-28 and 2028-29 school year calendars.

• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Approved January 8, 2026, meeting minutes via consent agenda (5-0)
• Awarded $400,000.00 contract for Computer Maintenance Management System via consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Adams Elementary cell tower easement renewal via consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Skyline High School cell tower easement renewal via consent agenda (5-0)
• Accepted $72,410.43 in December 2025 donations via consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved National School Counseling Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved $2,000,000.00 contract increase for technology needs (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to discuss improving Tier I instruction to support English Language Arts and Math Proficiency. The meeting will take place at the Curriculum Services Center.

• Study session on improving Tier I instruction
• Discussion of English Language Arts and Math Proficiency
• Public access begins 30 minutes prior to 5:00 p.m. start
• Executive session possible for legal advice under A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(3)
• Clear Bag Protocols and weapons detection system in place

The Board received a presentation regarding improving Tier I instruction to support proficiency in English Language Arts and Math. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the study session.

• Reviewed presentation on Tier I instruction

Special Board Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a special meeting to vote on non-renewing the employment contracts for Kirk Thomas and David Klecka for the 2026-27 school year. The board also moved into executive session to receive legal advice regarding administrative contract non-renewals.

• Non-renewal of Kirk Thomas's contract for 2026-27
• Non-renewal of David Klecka's contract for 2026-27
• Executive session for legal advice on administrative contracts
• Meeting held at Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will elect its President and Clerk for the 2026 calendar year. It will also approve delegations of authority for the President, Clerk, and district officials to sign contracts and make purchases, and grant the Superintendent authority to enter legal settlement agreements up to $25,000. Additional appointments include the Student Activities Treasurer and various hearing officers and trust members.

• Election of Courtney Davis as Governing Board President for 2026
• Election of Lacy Chaffee as Governing Board Clerk for 2026
• Delegation of signing authority to the President, Clerk, and senior district officials
• Delegation to the Superintendent to enter settlement agreements not exceeding $25,000
• Appointment of the Chief Financial Officer as Student Activities Treasurer for 2026

The Governing Board elected Courtney Davis as President and Lacy Chaffee as Clerk. They approved personnel requests, a health insurance agreement, and a $47,640 grant. Two contract non-renewals were postponed for legal review.

• Elected Courtney Davis as President (5-0)
• Elected Lacy Chaffee as Clerk (5-0)
• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Postponed non-renewals for KT and DK (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes (5-0)
• Approved $47,640 grant application (5-0)
• Approved accepting $131,835.14 in donations (5-0)
• Approved health insurance agreement with Kairos (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a study session to discuss budget and enrollment projections. The meeting was held at the Curriculum Services Center and concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Discussion of budget and enrollment projections
• Presentation on enrollment projections (file attached)
• Adjournment of the study session