Mesa Unified School District public meetings in 2022

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board will hold a regular meeting including an executive session to discuss student disciplinary matters and the superintendent's mid-year evaluation. The board will also vote on personnel requests and consent agenda items, and recognize honorees including teachers and state champion student teams.

• Executive session: discussion of superintendent's mid-year evaluation
• Executive session: consideration of student disciplinary matters
• Approval of personnel requests including addenda
• Recognition of teacher of the year, lifesaving award, and state champion band and swim/dive teams
• Consent agenda including approval of October 25 executive session minutes

The Governing Board approved personnel requests and a consent agenda including several purchasing contracts and donations. The Board also passed three policies regarding rules of order, library materials, and parental involvement. Additionally, the Board swore in new member Marcie Hutchinson.

• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Approved $144,281.99 in donations for October 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 contract increase for electrical services (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 contract for hardware and miscellaneous supplies (5-0)
• Approved $750,000 contract renewal with City of Mesa (5-0)
• Approved $132,372 contract renewal with Maricopa County Department of Elections (5-0)
• Approved $800,000 contract increase for shade structure replacement (5-0)
• Approved Policies BDDE, IIAC, and KBAA (5-0 each)

Special Meeting

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The primary purpose of this closed session was to discuss the superintendent's mid-year evaluation.

• Executive session regarding the superintendent's mid-year evaluation

The Governing Board convened a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss the superintendent's mid-year evaluation. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for superintendent mid-year evaluation (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session on November 22, 2022. The only substantive item is a training on Arizona's Open Meeting Law, conducted by attorney Chris Thomas. The session will begin with a call to order and end with adjournment; no policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Arizona Open Meeting Law training for current and new board members

The Governing Board held a study session focused on Arizona's Open Meeting Law. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were made during the meeting.

• Completed Arizona Open Meeting Law training provided by Chris Thomas of Gust & Rosenfeld
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests and a consent agenda including a mobile asthma clinic agreement, a restroom renovation reimbursement with Maricopa County, and a library card registration agreement with the City of Mesa.

• Phoenix Children's Hospital Breathmobile agreement
• Maricopa County restroom renovation reimbursement up to $44,200
• Library card registration agreement with City of Mesa
• Approval of November 8, 2022, meeting minutes
• Superintendent's update on district news and events

The Governing Board approved personnel requests, a series of intergovernmental agreements, and three updated policies regarding fiscal reporting, graduation requirements, and school ceremonies. The Board also authorized a contract increase for districtwide waste and recycling services.

• Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including agreements with Phoenix Children's Hospital, Maricopa County Human Services, and City of Mesa Public Library (5-0)
• Approved $80,000 contract increase for City of Mesa solid waste and recyclables, totaling $655,000 (5-0)
• Approved Policy DI - Fiscal Accounting and Reporting (5-0)
• Approved Policy IKF - Graduation Requirements (5-0)
• Approved Policy IND - School Ceremonies and Observances (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Annual Financial Report Revision (5-0)
• Approved October 2022 student activities funds report and warrant payments (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Governing Board held a study session focused on training for new and incoming board members. The session included discussions on board roles and communication protocols with the superintendent.

• Training on roles and responsibilities of the Governing Board and members
• Review of Superintendent/Governing Board communication protocol

The Governing Board held a study session focused on training for new and incoming members. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were made during this session.

• Reviewed roles and responsibilities of the Governing Board and its members
• Reviewed Superintendent/Governing Board communication protocol
• Adjourned study session (4-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The governing board will vote on personnel requests and a consent agenda including approval of minutes and the 2023-24 junior and senior high school course catalogs and fee schedules. The meeting also includes recognitions for badminton champions and educators.

• Personnel requests action item including an addendum
• Approval of 2023-24 Junior and Senior High School Course Description Catalogs and Course Fees Schedule
• Recognition of 2022 AIA Badminton Division I Singles State Champion Napat Luanvorawat and Unified Badminton Silver Division Doubles State Champions
• Recognition of Brian Budd (Lehi Elementary) as 2022 Ina Gittings Founder's Award recipient
• Recognition of Dr. Samara Way as 2022 Keith Perkins Lifetime Achievement Award recipient

The Governing Board approved a consent agenda including significant funding for school buses, instructional materials, and fuel. The board also approved personnel requests and proclamations for American Education Week and Ruby Bridges Day.

• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Approved $4.8M contract increase for new buses, repairs, and parts (5-0)
• Approved $3.6M contract renewal for books, manipulatives, maps, and globes (5-0)
• Approved $1.2M contract renewal for bulk fuel and propane (5-0)
• Approved $650,000 contract increase for Developing Student Literacy (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract increase for instructional aids, equipment, and furniture (5-0)
• Approved $483,317 contract for CTE Office renovations at 549 N Stapley Dr (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for American Education Week and Ruby Bridges Day (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board voted unanimously to move into executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(5) to discuss its position and instruct representatives regarding negotiations with employee organizations on salaries, compensation, and fringe benefits for the 2023-24 Meet and Confer process. The rest of the meeting consists of procedural items such as public notice, call to order, and adjournment.

• Motion to enter executive session to discuss negotiations with employee organizations on 2023-24 compensation and fringe benefits
• Motion passed unanimously (Yea: Richardson, Hutchinson, Ellingson, O'Reilly)
• Meeting held at Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive, Mesa, AZ

The Governing Board convened a special meeting to enter an executive session. The session was used to discuss interests regarding compensation and fringe benefits for the 2023-24 Meet and Confer.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss employee organization negotiations (4-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Governing Board will hold a study session to discuss district procurement processes. This session is intended for discussion and information sharing with district administration.

• Discussion of procurement processes

The Governing Board held a study session to discuss procurement processes with district administration. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded other than the adjournment of the meeting.

• Adjourned study session (4-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hear a superintendent's update and recognize the 2022 Teacher of the Year and 2023 National Merit semifinalists. It will then vote on personnel requests including an addendum, followed by public comment and approval of a consent agenda containing minutes from prior meetings.

• Approval of personnel requests including an addendum (action item)
• Recognition of the 2022 Teacher of the Year
• Recognition of 2023 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists from Dobson, Mountain View, Red Mountain, Skyline, and Westwood high schools
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from Sept 27 executive session, Oct 11 special/study/regular meetings, and Oct 17 study session

The Governing Board approved the Superintendent's 2022-2025 contract and 2022-23 pay-for-performance goals. The Board also passed a consent agenda including several facility upgrades and student travel funding. Four student-related policies were approved on second reading.

• Approved Superintendent's 2022-2025 contract (4-0)
• Approved Superintendent's 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance goals (4-0)
• Approved $1.75M for domestic and international student travel (4-0)
• Approved $744,598 for Robson Elementary cooling tower replacement (4-0)
• Approved $680,000 for Smith Jr High building weatherization (4-0)
• Approved $600,000 for fiber optic cabling at 35 sites (4-0)
• Approved Policy JFA (Student Due Process Rights), Policy KK (Visitors), Policy JPA (Student Surveys), and Policy JP (Student Privacy Protection) (4-0 each)
• Approved personnel requests and an addendum (4-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session on October 17, 2022. Board members and district administration discussed planning for the 2023‑24 budget. The session was procedural and concluded with an adjournment motion.

• Public notice of study session
• Call to order
• Discussion of 2023‑24 budget planning
• Adjournment motion

The Governing Board held a study session to discuss budget planning for the 2023-24 period. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded other than the adjournment of the meeting.

• Discussed 2023-24 budget planning
• Approved adjournment of study session (5-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a special meeting to discuss the superintendent's 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance goals in an executive session. The board voted to enter the closed session and later adjourned the meeting.

• Executive session to discuss superintendent's 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance goals
• Meeting held at Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive
• Motion to enter executive session carried
• Meeting adjourned by motion

The Governing Board held a special meeting and voted to enter an executive session to discuss the superintendent's 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance goals. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for employment matters (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a study session to review student assessment data and screening tools. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Review of FastBridge academic and wellbeing screeners
• Review of SchoolCity benchmark of academic standards
• Review of Horizon PreACT/SAT data

The Governing Board held a study session to review district administration reports on academic and wellbeing screeners. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made during this session.

• Reviewed FastBridge academic and wellbeing screeners
• Reviewed SchoolCity benchmark of academic standards
• Reviewed Horizon PreACT/SAT

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda that included a $1.6 million contract increase for 25 new propane-fueled buses and a $500,000 increase for architect and engineering services to design front office security remodels. The board also recognized staff achievements, approved personnel requests, and authorized other routine items.

• Contract increase of $1.6 million for 25 new propane-fueled 77-passenger school buses, bringing total to $6.1 million
• Contract increase of $500,000 for architect and engineering services for front office security remodels, total $1.5 million
• Approval of Westwood High School Model UN Club travel to Madrid, Spain, March 5-14, 2023
• Recognition of Brady Pond as 2022 Athletic Director of the Year, Andrea Box as Teacher of Excellence, Katie Reddy as IB Teacher of the Year, and Chase Baugh as IB Student of the Year
• Approval of indemnification applications for five school support organizations for 2022-23

The Governing Board approved personnel requests, the 2021-22 Annual Financial Report, and a consent agenda including several contract increases. The board also conducted first readings for four draft policies regarding student rights, privacy, and school visitors.

• Approved personnel requests and addendum (4-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Annual Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 contract increase for Architect and Engineering Services (5-0)
• Approved $1.6M contract increase for new buses, repair, and parts (5-0)
• Approved Westwood High School Model UN Club trip to Spain (5-0)
• Approved indemnification applications for School Support Organizations (5-0)
• Authorized payment of warrants for services, materials, and payroll (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session to discuss superintendent's contract (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Governing Board will consider moving into executive session to discuss the superintendent's contract, including employment and legal advice. The board will also act on personnel requests and approve qualified evaluators for the teacher performance system. Recognitions include National Board Certified School Nurses.

• Executive session to discuss superintendent's contract with attorney Rob Haws
• Recognition of two school nurses for earning national certification: Kristine Kovacs and Kristi Torbenson
• Approval of personnel requests (attached as PDF)
• Approval of qualified evaluators for the teacher performance evaluation system for 2022-23 school year
• Consent agenda includes minutes of August 23, 2022 executive session

The Governing Board approved personnel requests, qualified evaluators for the 2022-23 school year, and a new policy for behavioral health referrals. The Board also passed a consent agenda including various contracts, donations, and purchasing increases.

• Approved personnel requests (5-0)
• Approved qualified evaluators for 2022-23 Teacher Performance Evaluation System (5-0)
• Approved Policy JLA-Referrals to Other Agencies for behavioral health providers (5-0)
• Approved $141,287.53 in donations for August 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $155,000 contract increase for arts and crafts supplies (5-0)
• Approved $800,000 contract increase for student travel and group tour services (5-0)
• Approved professional learning request for Mrs. Lara Ellingson up to $722.36 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including various agreements and warrants (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session to review the Key Performance Indicator scorecard and dashboard. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Review of KPI scorecard and dashboard
• Adjournment of study session

The Governing Board held a study session to discuss KPI scorecard and dashboard data presented by Mrs. Helen Hollands. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.

• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held an executive session to discuss the superintendent's 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance goals. The board also approved personnel requests including a TSL lead teacher stipend and approved consent agenda items including minutes from previous meetings. Skyline High School teacher Katy Gazda was recognized for a sustainability award.

• Executive session to discuss superintendent's 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance goals
• Approval of personnel requests including a TSL lead teacher stipend
• Recognition of Skyline High School CTE teacher Katy Gazda as a 2022 Sustainable Earth Educator for the Wildfire Research Project
• Approval of minutes from executive session (Aug 9), special meeting (Aug 23), study session (Aug 23), regular meeting (Aug 23), and special meeting (Aug 31)
• Consent agenda approved with one motion, including all listed minutes

The Governing Board approved personnel requests, including a TSL Lead Teacher Stipend proposal and an addendum. The Board also approved a proclamation for Citizenship Day and Constitution Week and passed the consent agenda.

• Approved personnel requests, addendum, and TSL Lead Teacher Stipend proposal (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved proclamation for Citizenship Day (Sept 16) and Constitution Week (Sept 16-22) (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session to discuss superintendent's 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance goals (5-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance plan and an additional employee compensation plan during a special meeting. The board also ratified prior actions regarding the pay plan and voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance plan
• Approved additional employee compensation plan
• Ratified August 9 action to reconsider pay vote
• Ratified August 9 action denying pay plan approval
• Ratified August 9 reconsideration of pay vote

The Governing Board approved the 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance plan and the 2022-23 Additional Employee Compensation Plan. The Board also ratified three actions from August 9, 2022, regarding the Pay for Performance vote and plan.

• Approved 2022-23 Pay-for-Performance plan (4-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Additional Employee Compensation Plan (4-0)
• Ratified August 9, 2022, action to reconsider 2022-23 Pay for Performance vote (4-0)
• Ratified August 9, 2022, action denying approval of 2022-23 Pay for Performance plan (4-0)
• Ratified August 9, 2022, reconsideration of 2022-23 Pay for Performance vote (4-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a special meeting at the Curriculum Services Center to discuss legal advice regarding open meeting laws. The board voted to enter an executive session for this purpose and subsequently adjourned the meeting.

• Executive session to discuss legal advice on open meeting laws
• Meeting held at Curriculum Services Center, 549 North Stapley Drive
• Motion to enter executive session carried unanimously
• Meeting adjourned by unanimous vote

The Governing Board convened a special meeting to enter an executive session for legal consultation. No substantive public decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice on open meeting law (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (5-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

This special meeting of the Mesa Unified School District Governing Board is primarily to vote on entering executive session. The closed session will cover legal consultation on pending litigation and negotiations with employee organizations over salaries and fringe benefits. The meeting then adjourns.

• Board voted unanimously to enter executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(4) and (5) for litigation and employee compensation negotiations.
• No public hearings or other business items were on the agenda.

The Governing Board convened a special meeting and voted to enter an executive session to discuss legal settlements and employee compensation. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal and compensation discussions (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened for a study session at the Curriculum Services Center to discuss superintendent contract development. The session included board training led by legal counsel and concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Board training on superintendent contract development
• Discussion of superintendent contracts
• Meeting held at Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Dr.
• Motion to adjourn study session carried by board members

The Governing Board held a study session focused on training regarding superintendent contract development. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during this session.

• Adjourned the study session (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests and a consent agenda that included minutes from previous meetings, an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Mesa for school resource officers, and a resolution regarding legal service of process authorization.

• Personnel requests approved
• Minutes of May 24 and Aug 9 meetings approved
• City of Mesa Safe Schools Program amendment approved ($130,941)
• Resolution on legal service of process approved
• Student Activities Funds report approved

The Governing Board approved a series of consent agenda items, including a contract increase for bleacher seating and repairs at Skyline High School. The Board also approved personnel requests and an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Mesa Safe Schools Program.

• Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 contract increase for Skyline High School bleacher seating and repairs, totaling $850,000 (5-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement City of Mesa Safe Schools Program 2022 Amendment 1 (5-0)
• Approved May 24, 2022, executive session minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 9, 2022, regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved resolution for authorization for acceptance and waiver of service of process (5-0)
• Approved student activities fund reports for June and July 2022 (5-0)
• Approved settlement authorization for Digonno v. Mesa Public Schools (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board voted to enter executive session to discuss instructions for negotiations with employee organizations regarding compensation and fringe benefits. The board also approved a consent agenda including donations of $304,151.28, a new Employee Benefits Trust member, professional development expenses, and a 21st Century after-school program agreement with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley.

• Executive session for negotiation instructions on employee compensation and benefits
• Approval of $304,151.28 in capital assets and supplies donations for FY2021-2022
• Approval of 21st Century After School Enrichment Program Agreement with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley at Eisenhower Center and Stevenson Elementary
• Approval of $850/ea. professional development registration for board members O'Reilly and Ellingson
• Recognition of Stapley Junior High teacher Oliver Kramer as ACTEAZ junior high teacher of the year and Dobson High School Educators Rising team as national grand champions

The Governing Board voted to reject the 2022-23 Proposed Pay for Performance Plan after a request to reconsider the item. The Board approved several contract increases for sports courts and police services, as well as updated community education program fees.

• Rejected 2022-23 Proposed Pay for Performance Plan (2-3)
• Approved $1,000,000 contract increase for Sports Courts (5-0)
• Approved $700,000 for off duty Police Officers (5-0)
• Approved $240,000 contract for Boys & Girls Club after-school program (5-0)
• Approved $305,000 contract increase for Speech and Language Therapist services (5-0)
• Approved update to Community Education Program Fees schedule (5-0)
• Retired governing board policy JHA-Student Insurance Program (5-0)
• Approved $304,151.28 in capital assets and supplies donations for FY2021-2022 (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved minutes from previous meetings and contracts with the National Student Clearinghouse and the Arizona Board of Regents. The board also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with ElevateEdAZ.

• Minutes of July 12, 2022 public hearings and regular meeting
• Agreement with National Student Clearinghouse - DiplomaVerify
• FAFSA Peer Coach Project Agreement with Arizona Board of Regents
• Memorandum of Understanding with ElevateEdAZ Pilot Program
• Regular meeting convenes at 5:00 p.m. at Curriculum Services Center

The Governing Board approved a consent agenda including several million dollars in purchasing contracts for HVAC upgrades, tutoring, and office supplies. The board also approved personnel requests and a social worker evaluation tool.

• Approved $1,519,812.00 for Highland Elementary School HVAC equipment (5-0)
• Approved $1,167,400 contract renewal for online tutoring (5-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 contract increase for painting services (5-0)
• Approved $920,000 contract increase for office supplies (5-0)
• Approved $450,000 contract increase for college & career readiness and social emotional learning software (5-0)
• Approved $410,000 contract increase for shade structures (5-0)
• Approved personnel requests including an addendum (5-0)
• Approved social worker evaluation tool (5-0)

Public Hearing Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a second public hearing on seat time flexibility. The hearing is open to the public and will take place on July 12, 2022, at 5:10 p.m. at the Curriculum Services Center. No decisions are being made; the board is gathering public input on this topic.

• Second public hearing on seat time flexibility
• Meeting held at 549 N. Stapley Dr., Mesa, AZ
• Public notice posted 24 hours in advance on mpsaz.org/govboard

The Governing Board conducted a second public hearing regarding seat time flexibility. The minutes do not record any votes or final decisions resulting from the hearing.

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will vote on a consent agenda including acceptance of donations totaling $264,105.77 and approval of various resolutions. The board will also act on personnel requests. All items are recommended for approval.

• Accept donations of $254,355.77 for FY2021-2022
• Accept gifts and donations of $9,750 for May 2022
• Approve personnel requests including an addendum
• Adopt resolution designating authorized check signers for district bank accounts
• Adopt resolution regarding food and beverage services compliance with gift clause

The Governing Board approved the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23 and the Instructional Time Model for submission to the Arizona Department of Education. The Board also approved various personnel requests and a consent agenda including the acceptance of donations.

• Adopted proposed FY2022-23 budget (5-0)
• Approved Instructional Time Model for Arizona Department of Education (5-0)
• Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted $254,355.77 in capital assets and supplies donations for FY2021-2022 (5-0)
• Accepted $9,750.00 in gifts and donations for May 2022 (5-0)
• Approved resolution regarding food and beverage services (5-0)
• Authorized payment of warrants for June 24, 2022 through July 7, 2022 (5-0)

Public Hearing Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. to discuss the proposed FY2022-23 budget and Truth in Taxation. The meeting will take place at the Curriculum Services Center at 549 N. Stapley Dr.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2022-23 budget
• Truth in Taxation hearing
• Meeting location: Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Dr.
• Meeting date: Tuesday, July 12, 2022
• Meeting time: 5:00 p.m.

The Governing Board conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2022-23 Budget and Truth in Taxation. One parent provided a comment on the item. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda including minutes from the previous meeting, a $10,000 grant for Kino Junior High, and several intergovernmental agreements with East Valley Institute of Technology and Maricopa County Community College District.

• Approval of Kino Junior High grant request for $10,000
• Intergovernmental Agreement with East Valley Institute of Technology
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Community College District
• Service Agreement with ASU Hispanic Mother-Daughter Program
• Approval of June 14, 2022, regular meeting minutes

The Governing Board approved the proposed FY2022-23 budget and a travel budget for board members. The Board also authorized a salary adjustment and performance-based compensation for the Superintendent. Additionally, a consent agenda including several intergovernmental agreements and grant requests was approved.

• Approved proposed FY2022-23 budget (5-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Board travel budget not to exceed $2,500 per member, per year (5-0)
• Approved 4% salary adjustment for Superintendent ($9,180.00) (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Performance-Based Compensation for Superintendent of 4.5% plus annuity ($11,317.50) (5-0)
• Approved personnel requests including an addendum (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Kino Junior High grant and agreements with EVIT, Maricopa County Community College District, UA Department of Pediatrics, ASU, and NAU (4-0)
• Approved May 2022 student activities funds report (4-0)
• Authorized payment of warrants for periods ending June 16-17, 2022 (4-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda including the approval of a $735,186 contract for HVAC upgrades at Smith Junior High, a $350,000 contract for passenger alarms on school buses, and a $200,000 contract for banking services. The board also approved memorandums of understanding with Homeless Youth Connection and Teach For America.

• Contract award of $735,186 to Uni-Tech for Smith Junior High cooling tower replacement
• Contract award of $350,000 to United Safety & Survivability Corp. for bus passenger alarms
• Contract award of $200,000 for banking services
• Memorandum of Understanding with Homeless Youth Connection
• Memorandum of Understanding with Teach For America: Ignite Fellowship

The Governing Board approved a consent agenda including several purchasing contracts and two Memorandums of Understanding. The Board also approved personnel requests and the payment of warrants for services and payroll.

• Approved $735,186.00 contract to Uni-Tech for Smith Junior High School cooling tower replacement (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 contract to United Safety & Survivability Corp. for bus passenger alarm systems (5-0)
• Approved $260,791 contract to SD Crane Builders (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract award for banking services to multiple vendors (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Homeless Youth Connection (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Teach For America: Ignite Fellowship (5-0)
• Approved personnel requests including an addendum (5-0)
• Authorized payment of warrants for services, materials, and payroll for periods ending May 27 through June 10, 2022 (5-0)

Study Session

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session to discuss board self-evaluation tools and wrap up board work. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Board Self Evaluation Tool discussion
• Wrap up of Board work session
• Adjournment of the meeting

The Governing Board reviewed and discussed their self-evaluation tool. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded during this session.

• Approved adjournment of the meeting (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board held a regular meeting that included public comment and a consent agenda. The board voted to enter executive session to conduct the superintendent's final year-end evaluation and performance goals. During the public portion, the board approved a consent agenda that included an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Chandler for school safety and a memorandum of understanding with Mesa Community College for the College Starts Now program.

• Approved IGA First Amendment with City of Chandler for school safety, revising payment to $143,263 for 2021-2022
• Approved MOU with Mesa Community College for College Starts Now summer program for middle school students through June 2024
• Approved annual contract renewals for 2022-2023, including insurance contracts
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 public hearing and regular meeting
• Voted 4-0 to enter executive session for superintendent's final year-end evaluation

The Governing Board approved a comprehensive consent agenda including various contract awards, renewals, and increases. The Board also approved personnel requests and held an executive session for the superintendent's year-end evaluation.

• Approved consent agenda including multiple purchasing contracts and renewals (5-0)
• Approved $6M contract for Temporary Employment and Recruiting Services (5-0)
• Approved $3.5M contract renewal for Safety-Security Film Applications, Glass, Windows, etc. (5-0)
• Approved $2.025M contract for Propane Fuel, Pump Maintenance, Repair, Parts & Dispenser Installation (5-0)
• Approved $1.2M contract for Produce – Direct Delivered (5-0)
• Approved $600,000 contract for Employee Staffing & Leaseback (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 contract for 5-Compartment Trays (5-0)
• Approved personnel requests including an addendum (5-0)

Public Hearing

The Governing Board is convening a public hearing to discuss the 2021-22 revised budget. The meeting includes procedural activities and a musical performance by the Kino Junior High School Wind Ensemble.

• Public hearing on the 2021-22 revised budget

The Governing Board conducted a public hearing regarding the 2021-22 revised budget. No votes or final decisions on the budget were recorded in the minutes.

• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Governing Board is reviewing student meal prices for the 2022-23 school year and approving several contract increases. The board is also recognizing high-achieving students from Red Mountain and Westwood High Schools.

• Approval of student meal prices for the 2022-2023 school year
• $100,000 contract increase for paper, plastic, and foam disposables (new total $500,000)
• $200,000 contract increase for propane fuel and pump maintenance (new total $1,350,000)
• Food Program Permanent Service Agreement with the Arizona Department of Education
• Contract renewal of $200,000 for library books, eReaders, and database subscriptions

The Governing Board approved the revised budget for fiscal year 2021-22 and the employee compensation plan for 2022-23. The Board also passed changes to graduation requirements and authorized several contract increases for district supplies and fuel.

• Approved 2021-22 revised budget (4-0)
• Approved 2022-23 employee compensation plan (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved changes to Policy IKF Graduation Requirements (4-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract increase for paper, plastic and foam disposables (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract increase for propane fuel and pump maintenance (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract renewal for library books and database subscriptions (4-0)
• Approved telecommunications facility agreements with DISH Wireless and Crown Castle (4-0)
• Approved ASBA 2023 Political Agenda priorities (4-0)

Special Meeting

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a special meeting to conduct the superintendent's year-end evaluation and performance goals. This item was addressed in an executive session.

• Superintendent's year-end evaluation and performance goals

The Governing Board met for a special session to conduct the superintendent's year-end evaluation and performance goals. This discussion took place in a closed executive session. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for superintendent's year-end evaluation (4-0)

Public Hearing

The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board held a public hearing on April 26, 2022, to discuss seat time flexibility. This is the first hearing on the topic; no decision was made.

• First hearing on seat time flexibility

The Governing Board conducted a public hearing to receive information regarding seat time flexibility at Red Mountain High, Mountain View High, and Westwood High. No formal votes or policy decisions were made regarding the topic.

• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Study Session

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session to discuss the district's vision for athletics and workforce development opportunities through arts and design pathways. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Discussion of athletics vision
• Presentation on arts integration work-based learning model
• Adjournment of the study session

The Governing Board held a study session to receive information on the district's vision of athletics and the arts integration work-based learning model. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made during this session.

• Reviewed vision of athletics presented by Director of Athletics
• Reviewed arts integration work-based learning model presented by district directors

Regular Meeting

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a $8,000,000 contract for food distribution services and a $300,000 contract for scoreboards and electronic signs. The Board also approved an intergovernmental agreement with Tempe Elementary for distance learning and recognized the Poston Junior High National Academic League state champions.

• Resolution to name Rhodes Junior High auditorium after Claire Sievers
• Contract award of $8,000,000 for food distribution
• Contract award of $300,000 for scoreboards and electronic signs
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Tempe Elementary for distance learning
• Acceptance of $19,154 in donations for March 2022

The Governing Board approved a comprehensive consent agenda including multiple purchasing contracts and intergovernmental agreements. The Board also approved personnel requests and a proclamation for National Teacher Day and Teacher Appreciation Week.

• Approved consent agenda including purchasing contracts and warrants (5-0)
• Approved personnel requests including an addendum (4-0)
• Approved proclamation for National Teacher Day and Teacher Appreciation Week (4-0)
• Withdrew resolution to name Rhodes Junior High Auditorium after Claire Sievers

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Governing Board is meeting to conduct the superintendent's year-end evaluation and discuss employee compensation. The board is also deciding on several facility contracts and administrative updates.

• Contract award of $448,661 to JOC Contracting for student restroom updates at Highland Elementary School
• Contract award of $266,156 to JOC Contracting for kitchen waste pipeline repairs at the Brimhall campus
• Approval of Junior High School Recommended Voluntary Contributions
• Executive session for superintendent's year-end evaluation
• Executive session regarding employee organization negotiations for compensation and fringe benefits

The Governing Board approved a consent agenda including several contract awards and increases for district supplies and services. The Board also approved personnel requests and issued proclamations for Bus Driver Appreciation Week and Public School Volunteer Week.

• Approved $266,156 contract award for JOC Contracting
• Approved $448,661 contract award for JOC Contracting
• Approved $300,000 contract increase for Scoreboards, Installation and Service (Total: $350,000)
• Approved $500,000 contract increase for Athletic Sponsorship (Total: $1,750,000)
• Approved $140,000 contract increase for Athletic & PE Supplies, Equipment & Related Products (Total: $285,000)
• Approved $150,000 contract increase for Online Marketplace for the Purchases of Products and Services (Total: $600,000)
• Approved $25,000 contract increase for Welding Supplies, Equipment & Repairs (Total: $255,000)
• Approved personnel requests including the addenda

Special Meeting Agenda

The Governing Board met to conduct an executive session regarding negotiations with employee organizations. The discussion focused on a Meet & Confer update concerning employee salaries, salary schedules, and fringe benefits.

• Executive session regarding negotiations with employee organizations for compensation and fringe benefits

The Governing Board entered an executive session to provide instructions to representatives regarding negotiations with employee organizations. This session focused on a Meet & Confer update concerning compensation and fringe benefits. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for employee organization negotiations (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda including the approval of a $365,917 contract increase for building weatherization at Westwood High School, a $150 per student trip to the Grand Canyon for MacArthur Elementary 4th graders, and the acceptance of $64,316 in donations. The meeting also included an executive session to discuss the superintendent's performance and employee compensation negotiations.

• Westwood High School weatherization contract increase to $873,917
• MacArthur Elementary 4th grade trip to Grand Canyon ($150 per student)
• Acceptance of $64,316 in donations for February 2022
• Approval of TIPS-USA cooperative purchasing system
• Approval of March 15, 2022 regular meeting minutes

The Governing Board approved a series of purchasing contract increases for school maintenance and supplies. The Board also approved a grant request for A for Arizona Expansion and Innovation and updated the Community Education Program Fee Schedule effective date to August 1, 2022.

• Approved $365,917 contract increase for Westwood High School weatherization (5-0)
• Approved $425,000 contract increase for HVAC supplies and equipment (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract increase for copiers, parts, and service (5-0)
• Approved $121,000 contract increase for fire prevention systems (5-0)
• Approved $135,000 contract increase for marquee refurbishments and repairs (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 contract increase for online marketplace purchases (5-0)
• Approved $700,000 contract renewal for plumbing supplies and equipment (5-0)
• Approved A for Arizona Expansion and Innovation grant request (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda that included funding for 'thinker spaces' at five elementary schools, a contract for instructional supplies, and a travel request for a board member.

• Grant request of $180,000 for Thinker Spaces and Design Thinking
• Contract award of $500,000 for Instructional & Office Supplies
• Contract award of $254,276 for SD Crane Builders
• Memorandum of Understanding with East Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Travel request of $1,337.25 for Governing Board Member Kiana Sears

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session to discuss the Next Education Workforce (NEW) and Teacher and School Leader (TSL) grants. The session was held at the Curriculum Services Center and concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Discussion of ASU's Next Education Workforce (NEW) and Teacher and School Leader (TSL) grants
• Presentation by Dr. Carole Basile, Dean of ASU Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College
• Meeting held at the Curriculum Services Center, 549 North Stapley Drive

The Governing Board received an update from Dr. Carole Basile and District staff regarding the ASU Next Education Workforce (NEW) and Teacher and School Leader (TSL) grants. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the session.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda including the approval of a $700,000 contract for electrical services and a $2.5 million contract for employee health benefits. The board also recognized student teams from the City of Mesa's Hacktivate competition and approved accepting $57,869 in donations.

• Contract award of $700,000 for electrical services
• Contract award of $2,542,438 for employee health benefits
• Accepting $57,869 in donations for January 2022
• Site Agreement with notMYkid for peer support specialists
• Approval of Pre-Employment Transition Services providers

The Governing Board approved significant expenditures for English Language Arts and Mathematics textbooks. The Board also authorized a $75M contract increase for HVAC construction trades and various operational contract renewals.

• Approved $14.75M for K-8 English Language Arts textbooks (5-0)
• Approved $10M for K-12 Mathematics textbooks (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 for advanced Mathematics textbooks (5-0)
• Approved $75M contract increase for HVAC construction trades (3-0, 2 abstain)
• Approved $2.54M contract for employee health benefits (5-0)
• Approved $2M contract renewal for supplemental educational resources (5-0)
• Approved changes to Policy EH Data Governance and Security (5-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Board travel budget not to exceed $2,500 per member (5-0)

Study Session Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss board planning topics including self-evaluation, travel budget, member highlights, and training needs. No action is taken at study sessions; items may be voted on at a future regular meeting.

• Discussion of board self-evaluation
• Discussion of board travel and travel budget
• Board member highlights
• Topics for board training

The Governing Board conducted a study session to discuss internal planning. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were recorded.

• Discussed board self-evaluation, travel budget, member highlights, and training topics
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Governing Board met to approve various consent agenda items including contract awards and increases for supplies. The board also moved into an executive session to discuss employee compensation and fringe benefits.

• $300,000 contract award for custodial supplies for the Materiel Distribution Center
• $250,000 contract increase for 5-compartment black foam trays for Food & Nutrition
• $260,000 contract increase for office supplies and related products
• $350,000 contract increase for USDA foods processing
• Executive session regarding negotiations for employee compensation and fringe benefits

The Governing Board approved a consent agenda including several contract awards and increases for supplies and food processing. The Board also approved personnel requests and accepted the fiscal year 2021 audits and compliance questionnaire.

• Approved $300,000 contract for Custodial Supplies – MDC Stock
• Approved $250,000 contract increase for Foam Tray 5 Compartment Black (new total $450,000)
• Approved $260,000 contract increase for office supplies, related products and services (new total $400,000)
• Approved $350,000 contract increase for USDA foods processing
• Approved January 11, 2022, executive session and January 25, 2022, regular meeting minutes
• Approved School Support Organization indemnification applications for 2021-22
• Approved District/special funds/auxiliary operations warrants for Jan 28 to Feb 4, 2022
• Approved Personnel Requests and fiscal year 2021 audits and compliance questionnaire

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a consent agenda that included approving a $608,230.12 grant request from the Title I Department/McKinney Vento Team. The funds are from the Arizona Department of Education and the American Rescue Plan of 2021 to expand a homeless shelter program by leasing hotel rooms at the Windemere Hotel.

• Approval of $608,230.12 grant for homeless shelter program
• Approval of $5,435 in Gifts & Donations
• Approval of Student Placement Agreements with Teachers College, Columbia University and University of Phoenix
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Executive session to discuss superintendent's mid-year check-in

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened to elect officers for the 2022 calendar year and delegate signing authority to the Superintendent and Board President. The meeting included a closed executive session to discuss a post-dismissal hearing.

• Election of Jenny Richardson as Governing Board President
• Election of Dr. Joe O'Reilly as Governing Board Clerk
• Delegation of authority to Superintendent for legal documents
• Appointment of Chief Financial Officer as student activities treasurer ($5,000 bond)
• Appointments of hearing officers and compliance officers for 2022

The Governing Board elected its President and Clerk for the 2022 calendar year and delegated administrative authorities. The Board approved several contracts, including online tutoring and food and nutrition services, and adopted a sex education curriculum.

• Elected Mrs. Jenny Richardson as Governing Board President (5-0)
• Elected Dr. Joe O'Reilly as Governing Board Clerk (5-0)
• Approved $533,754 contract for Online Tutoring (5-0)
• Approved $525,000 contract renewal for IGA City of Mesa & Mesa Unified School District (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 Emergency Determination for Food and Nutrition (5-0)
• Approved sex education curriculum and Project MESA recommendation (5-0)
• Approved Policy AE Vision, Mission, Values (5-0)
• Approved personnel requests (4-0, 1 abstain)