Mesa Unified School District public meetings in 2023
38 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a public hearing on the FY2023-24 revised budget and discuss the superintendent's mid-year review in executive session. The meeting will also include approval of personnel requests and consent agenda items.
- Public hearing on FY2023-24 revised budget
- Executive session to discuss superintendent's mid-year review
- Approval of personnel requests
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes and intergovernmental agreement
- Mesa High Marching Band recognized as Division III State Champions
The Governing Board approved a series of purchasing contracts for roof replacement, network services, and waste collection. The Board also authorized lease agreements with Bezos Academy for three school sites and approved personnel requests.
- Approved $2,628,304.95 roof replacement for Zaharis Elementary (5-0)
- Approved $720,000.00 Wide Area Network E-Rate services (5-0)
- Approved $800,000.00 solid waste and recyclables collection renewal (5-0)
- Approved $300,000.00 contract increase for fencing materials (5-0)
- Approved $250,000.00 hardware and miscellaneous supplies renewal (5-0)
- Approved $158,167.00 exterior reseal at Robson Elementary (5-0)
- Approved Bezos Academy lease agreements for Poston Jr High, Fremont Jr High, and O'Connor Elementary (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests including an addendum (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board met to approve personnel requests and consent agenda items, including minutes from previous meetings and the approval of a Statement of Charges. The meeting also included an executive session regarding employment matters.
- Approval of personnel requests and addendum
- Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approval of Statement of Charges
- Executive session regarding employment and legal advice
- Public comment period procedures
The Governing Board approved a district safety plan featuring weapons and vape detectors. They also authorized grade level reconfigurations and a name change for Red Mountain Ranch Elementary for the 2024-25 school year. Additional approvals included a $680,000 marketing contract and $162,201.18 in donations.
- Approved safety plan including weapons detection equipment and vape detectors (4-0)
- Approved grade level reconfiguration to PreK-8 for Red Mountain Ranch Elementary and Kerr Center for Agriscience for 2024-25 (4-0)
- Approved name change for Red Mountain Ranch Elementary to K-8 STEM Academy at Red Mountain Ranch (4-0)
- Approved $680,000.00 contract award for marketing services (4-0)
- Approved accepting $162,201.18 in donations for October 2023 (4-0)
- Approved reduction of square footage at Pomeroy Elementary by removing portable building 1002 (4-0)
- Approved Draft Policy GCPA - Reduction in Force Certificated Teachers (4-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Arizona Department of Education (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Study Session Agenda
The Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss Quarter 1 mid-term grades. The session includes a review of mid-term progress toward on-time graduation.
- Review of Quarter 1 (Mid-Term) Grades
- Review of Mid-Term Progress Towards On-Time Graduation
The Governing Board held a discussion regarding Quarter 1 mid-term grades for students in grades 7-12 and progress toward on-time graduation. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded other than the adjournment of the meeting.
- Adjourned study session (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board approved a series of personnel requests and a comprehensive consent agenda. Key actions included authorizing several million dollars for school security, playground equipment, and general contracting. The board also approved two proclamations and a student research trip to California.
- Approved personnel requests (5-0)
- Approved $400,000 contract for Security Remodel of Front Offices (5-0)
- Approved $709,807 contract for fascia replacement at Hughes Elementary (5-0)
- Approved $800,000 contract increase for playground equipment and surfacing (5-0)
- Approved $3,000,000 contract renewal for general contractors (5-0)
- Approved $50,000 contract increase for Microsoft services (5-0)
- Approved 6th grade research trip to Newport Beach, CA at $625 per student (5-0)
- Approved proclamations for American Education Week and Ruby Bridges Day (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board will hold a study session to discuss the Student Advisory Group. The agenda also includes procedural items such as public notice, call to order, and adjournment.
- Discussion of Student Advisory Group report
The Governing Board met for a study session featuring a presentation from the Student Advisory Group. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.
- Adjourned the study session (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will consider several routine items, including a personnel request approval and updates on district news. The board will vote on a $400,000 contract increase for paper, plastic and foam disposables for the cafeteria. The most significant action is the approval of a $1,900,000 contract renewal for student travel and group tour services. Recognitions for National Merit Scholarship semifinalists will also be presented.
- Approve $1,900,000 contract renewal for student travel and group tour services
- Approve $400,000 contract increase for paper, plastic and foam disposables
- Approve personnel requests with addendum
- Recognition of National Merit Scholarship semifinalists
- Superintendent Dr. Andi Fourlis provides district update
The Governing Board approved several consent agenda items, including a $1.9 million contract for student group tours and a $400,000 increase for disposable food products. The Board also authorized a school resource officer agreement with the City of Chandler and approved personnel requests.
- Approved $1.9M contract renewal for domestic and international student group tour services (5-0)
- Approved $400,000 contract increase for paper, plastic, and foam disposables for Food and Nutrition (5-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Chandler for a School Resource Officer at Summit Academy for 2023-26 (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
- Approved cell tower site modification at Smith Junior High to add a 2 foot microwave dish (5-0)
- Approved September 2023 Student Activities Fund report (5-0)
- Approved indemnification applications for School Support Organizations for 2023-24 (5-0)
- Authorized payment of warrants for services, materials, and payroll for periods ending Oct 5 through Oct 10, 2023 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a $200,000 contract increase for special education services and the Superintendent's 2023-24 pay for performance goals. The meeting also included the approval of consent agenda items such as meeting minutes, travel requests, and warrant authorizations.
- Special Ed Contract Increase: $200,000 for contracted services
- Superintendent's 2023-24 Pay for Performance Goals
- Westwood High School Model UN Club travel to London
- Approval of School Support Organization indemnification applications
- Authorization of warrants for services, materials, and payroll
The Governing Board approved a contract increase for special education services and authorized several financial reports. The board also approved personnel requests and the Superintendent's 2023-24 performance goals.
- Approved $200,000 contract increase for Special Education contracted services (5-0)
- Approved Superintendent's 2023-24 Pay for Performance goals (5-0)
- Approved 2022-23 Annual Financial Report (5-0)
- Approved 2022-23 M&O/Bond Expenditure Report (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests (5-0)
- Approved Westwood Travel for Model UN Club trip to London, England (5-0)
- Approved indemnification applications for School Support Organizations (5-0)
- Authorized payment of warrants for services, materials, and payroll (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board met to approve personnel requests and qualified evaluators for the 2023-24 school year. The Board also entered an executive session to discuss student disciplinary matters, legal updates regarding a Dual Language Immersion lawsuit, and settlement negotiations with JUUL Labs, Inc./Altria.
- Approval of personnel requests and addendum
- Approval of qualified evaluators for the 2023-24 school year
- Executive session regarding student disciplinary matters
- Executive session regarding settlement with JUUL Labs, Inc./Altria
- Executive session regarding Dual Language Immersion lawsuit
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board voted to move into executive session to discuss the superintendent's 2023-24 Pay-for-Performance goals, then reconvened to handle consent agenda items. The consent agenda includes a collaboration agreement with ASU for tutoring, water line easements for a city project, a Head Start food service amendment, and a $3.8 million IT contract increase.
- Executive session to discuss superintendent's 2023-24 Pay-for-Performance goals
- Collaboration Agreement with ASU Mary Lou Fulton College for America Reads tutoring at Whittier and Whitman Elementary Schools
- Grant of two water line easements to City of Mesa for water main improvements serving Westwood High School and Carson Jr. High
- Contract increase of $3,758,575.11 for Information Technology Solutions & Services
- Intergovernmental Agreement amendment with Maricopa County Head Start Food Service, extending term to Sept 2024 and increasing funding up to $183,500
The Governing Board approved a preschool leasing program for Day 1 Academies dba Bezos Academy. The Board also passed a consent agenda including tutoring agreements, water line easements, and travel services. Personnel requests and a proclamation for Citizenship Day and Constitution Week were also approved.
- Approved Preschool Leasing Program to Day 1 Academies dba Bezos Academy (5-0)
- Approved Personnel Requests including an addendum (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 contract award for employee travel services (5-0)
- Approved $50,000 contract increase for security awareness training subscription (5-0)
- Approved collaboration agreement with ASU Mary Lou Fulton College America Reads Tutoring Program (5-0)
- Approved two water line easements for Westwood High School and Carson Jr. High (5-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Human Services Department Head Start Food Service Amend #1 (5-0)
- Approved proclamation for Citizenship Day and Constitution Week (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board met on August 22, 2023 to conduct routine business, including a superintendent update and a personnel request. The board considered several consent agenda items, notably an after‑school enrichment agreement, employee benefits trust appointment, grant funding for a STEM lab, and safety and facility agreements. All consent items were approved by motion. The meeting also included public comment and standard procedural items.
- Approve 21st Century After School Enrichment Program Agreement with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley, Inc., costing $98,260.52 for programs at Eisenhower Center for Innovation and Stevenson Elementary School
- Approve Christine Chapman as new member of the Employee Benefits Trust
- Approve $60,000 grant proposal for Lowell Elementary STEM Lab of Future Innovators
- Approve Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Mesa School Safety Program to place School Resource Officers at 16 secondary campuses (July 1 2023 – June 30 2026)
- Approve Participation Agreement for four City of Mesa water bottle filling stations at Red Mountain High, Guerrero Elementary, and Emerson Elementary
The Governing Board approved personnel requests and a comprehensive consent agenda. Key actions included funding for a STEM lab, school safety agreements, and various contract increases. The board also accepted over $108,000 in donations from July 2023.
- Approved personnel requests including the addendum (5-0)
- Approved $60,000 grant proposal for Lowell Elementary STEM Lab (5-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Mesa for Junior and Senior High School SROs (5-0)
- Approved $400,000 contract increase for custodial and janitorial carpet cleaning (5-0)
- Approved $85,000 contract increase for University of Denver preschool materials (5-0)
- Approved $7,500 contract increase for irrigation services (5-0)
- Approved acceptance of $108,037.67 in donations for July 2023 (5-0)
- Approved 21st Century After School Enrichment Program Agreement with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley, Inc. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board met to review district updates and personnel requests. The board also considered a consent agenda containing multiple purchasing contract increases and lease renewals.
- $432,000.00 contract increase for electrical services
- $251,000.00 contract increase for instructional and office supplies
- $38,000.00 contract increase for Cox Media advertising campaign
- $210,000.00 contract increase for student support services
- Lease renewal with GSA-Miners at 63 E Main St, Mesa, AZ
The Governing Board approved personnel requests and a series of contract increases for electrical services, supplies, advertising, and student support. The Board also approved a travel budget and professional development requests for board members, as well as agreements with A New Leaf and Empact - Suicide Prevention Center.
- Approved personnel requests and classified non-renewal list (4-0)
- Approved $432,000 contract increase for electrical services (4-0)
- Approved $251,000 contract increase for instructional and office supplies (4-0)
- Approved $38,000 contract increase for Cox Media advertising (4-0)
- Approved $210,000 contract increase for student support services (4-0)
- Approved 2023-24 board travel budget of max $2,500 per member (3-1)
- Approved Statement of Assurances with A New Leaf (3-1)
- Approved Statement of Assurances with Empact - Suicide Prevention Center (3-0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board met to review various administrative and educational items. Actions included approving personnel requests, accepting June 2023 donations, and authorizing a grant proposal for arts education.
- Approval of personnel requests and addendum
- Acceptance of $64,023.29 in gifts and donations for June 2023
- Arts Education grant proposal to accept $27,000 from Musical Instrument Museum
- Memorandum of Understanding with Arizona Sustainability Alliance Food Tech for the Future program
- Food Program Permanent Service Agreement with the Arizona Department of Education
The Governing Board approved a series of purchasing contract increases totaling over $8 million for services including painting, recruitment, and busing. The Board also approved personnel requests and accepted over $64,000 in donations. Additionally, the October 10 Board Meeting was rescheduled to October 3.
- Approved Personnel Requests (4-0)
- Approved $2,000,000 contract increase for Educational Services, Inc. (ESI) (4-0)
- Approved $2,500,000 contract increase for painting services (4-0)
- Approved $1,600,000 contract increase for Charter Bus Services (4-0)
- Approved $1,250,000 contract increase for Bleachers Seating and Repairs (4-0)
- Approved $751,000 contract increase for Electronic Scoreboards and Signs (4-0)
- Approved $64,023.29 in donations for June 2023 (4-0)
- Approved renewal agreement with T-Mobile Wireless for Westwood High School cell tower (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting, Public Hearing, and Executive Session Agenda
The Governing Board held a public hearing and voted to adopt the proposed FY2023-24 budget and Truth in Taxation. The board also approved personnel requests and established goals for the 2023-24 year. An executive session was held to discuss the superintendent's 2022-23 year-end evaluation.
- Adoption of the proposed FY2023-24 budget
- Public hearing on 2023-24 Budget and Truth in Taxation
- Approval of Governing Board 2023-24 Goals, including an 83% graduation rate for the 2024 Cohort
- Approval of personnel requests
- Authorization of payment of warrants for services, materials, and payroll for periods ending June 29-30, 2023
The Governing Board adopted the proposed FY2023-24 budget and approved the 2023-24 goals, including a graduation rate target of 83% for the 2024 Cohort. The Board also approved personnel requests and a consent agenda covering meeting minutes and expenditures.
- Adopted proposed FY2023-24 budget (4-0)
- Approved Governing Board 2023-24 Goals with 83% graduation rate target (4-0)
- Approved personnel requests (4-0)
- Approved June 27, 2023 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved subsection expenditures for Programs 100, 400, 610 and 620 (4-0)
- Authorized payment of warrants for periods ending June 29-30, 2023 (4-0)
- Moved into Executive Session to discuss superintendent's 2022-23 evaluation (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will convene a special meeting at 2:00 p.m. on June 29, 2023, at the Curriculum Services Center. The primary agenda item is a discussion of the superintendent's 2022-23 year-end evaluation, which will take place during an executive session.
- Superintendent 2022-23 year-end evaluation
- Executive session for legal advice
- Meeting location: Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board met on June 27, 2023, to approve routine personnel actions and a consent agenda. The board unanimously accepted $222,136.22 in donations for May 2023 and approved two intergovernmental agreements. One agreement funds an elementary literacy tutoring coordinator through the City of Mesa Experience Corps Program for one year. The second places six college enrollment advisors at six district high schools to assist students with college preparation through June 2028.
- Approved personnel requests for district staff positions
- Accepted $222,136.22 in gifts and donations for May 2023
- Approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Mesa to fund a literacy tutoring coordinator at select elementary schools through June 2024
- Approved an intergovernmental agreement placing six college advisors at six district high schools through June 2028
The Governing Board approved the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24 and the 2023-24 Pay for Performance Plan. The board also passed a series of consent agenda items including intergovernmental agreements and contract awards. A classified non-exempt evaluation was approved with one dissenting vote.
- Approved FY2023-24 Proposed Budget (4-0)
- Approved 2023-24 Pay for Performance Plan (4-0)
- Approved Classified non-exempt (hourly) evaluation (3-1)
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (4-0)
- Approved $300,000 contract award for Medicaid reimbursement services (4-0)
- Approved $95,000 contract increase for Walk-in Grocery & Miscellaneous Items (4-0)
- Approved $17,477.72 contract increase for Medical Stop Loss Insurance (4-0)
- Accepted $222,136.22 in donations for May 2023 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session to review 2022-23 student learning data and discuss plans for the 2023-24 school year. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
- Review of 2022-23 student learning data
- Discussion of 2023-24 school year focus
- Presentation of SY 2023 Focus KPI
The Board received an update from district administration regarding 2022-23 student learning data, including statistics and disaggregated data. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the session.
- Adjourned the study session (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests and a consent agenda that included fencing contract increases, dual enrollment agreements, and easements for cell towers. The meeting also included a superintendent's report on public concerns.
- Personnel requests approved
- Contract increase of $50,000 for fencing materials
- Contract increase of $460,000 for fencing materials
- Easement agreement with SRP at Red Mountain High School
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa Community Colleges for Dual Enrollment
The Governing Board approved a pro statement for a budget continuation/override election and authorized personnel requests. A consent agenda was passed, approving several facility contracts, a dual enrollment agreement, and various purchasing awards.
- Approved Governing Board pro statement for Budget Continuation/Override Election (3-1)
- Approved personnel requests including an addendum (4-0)
- Approved $636,977.00 contract award for JOC Contracting at Johnson Elementary (4-0)
- Approved $750,000.00 contract award for shelf stable juice (4-0)
- Approved $460,000.00 contract increase for FY 2023-24 fencing materials and installation (4-0)
- Approved $50,000.00 contract increase for fencing materials and installation through June 30, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved $100,000.00 contract increase for AVID fees and professional development (4-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa Community Colleges for Dual Enrollment (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a study session to discuss board operations and communication protocols for the 2023-24 school year, including self-evaluations and establishing focus priorities. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
- Discussion on board self-evaluation and superintendent evaluation
- Review of board operations and communication protocols
- Establishing focus and priorities for 2023-24
- Process for replacement of board member
- Adjournment of the study session
The Board held a study session to discuss planning for the 2023-24 school year. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.
- Adjourned the study session (3-0)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The board will vote on a consent agenda that includes adjusting junior high athletics fees from a flat $150 to a range of $75-$150. It also considers approving $1,250 for a board member's professional learning trip and approving personnel requests. The board also recognized student and staff achievements.
- Adjust junior high sports fee from $150 to a range of $75-$150 (Consent Agenda Item E)
- Approve $1,250 for board member Kiana Sears to attend ASBA Summer Leadership Conference (Consent Agenda Item D)
- Approve personnel requests including addendum (Action Item A)
- Recognitions: Jefferson Elementary principal Genessee Avila Montes, Mountain View and Red Mountain High School track teams
- Approve minutes from May 9, 2023 study session and regular meeting
The Governing Board approved a series of JOC Contracting awards for school improvements and a $3.5M safety-security film contract. The Board also approved personnel requests and a Statement of Assurances with Brain Solutions. Several other administrative and purchasing items were passed via a consent agenda.
- Approved personnel requests including addendum (4-1, 1 abstain)
- Approved $3.5M contract renewal for districtwide safety-security film and glass
- Approved $1.4M for technology equipment, products, and software
- Approved JOC Contracting awards for Kino ($651,590), Carson ($441,052), Emerson ($438,846), Kerr ($475,361), Webster ($488,772), Westwood ($502,970), and Whittier ($477,444) elementary/high schools
- Approved Statement of Assurances with Brain Solutions (3-1, 1 abstain)
- Approved ASBA 2024 Political Agenda priorities (3-1, 1 abstain)
- Approved $1,250 professional learning request for Kiana Sears
- Approved junior high athletics fee adjustment to a range of $75-$150
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session on May 9, 2023. The session included a public notice, a call to order, and a discussion of an update from the Discipline Task Force on a consistent discipline matrix integrated into the Student Code of Conduct. The meeting concluded with an adjournment motion.
- Public Notice – procedural announcement of the study session
- Call to Order – opening of the study session
- Student Code of Conduct Update – discussion of a discipline matrix from the Discipline Task Force
- Adjournment – motion to end the study session
The Governing Board received an update from the Discipline Task Force regarding a consistent discipline matrix for the Student Code of Conduct. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.
- Received update on Student Code of Conduct discipline matrix
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board will hold a public hearing on the FY2022-23 revised budget and consider personnel requests. Consent agenda items include an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Chandler for a School Resource Officer costing the district $6,380, and contract awards of $1,200,000 for social studies software and $503,383.73 for special education curriculum.
- Public hearing on FY2022-23 revised budget
- Personnel requests including addendum
- IGA with City of Chandler School Safety Amendment 2 – SRO cost to district $6,380
- Contract award of $1,200,000 for social studies supplemental software for grades 6-12
- Contract award of $503,383.73 for special education supplemental curriculum for K-8
The Governing Board approved a $500 million special bond election and a 15% special budget override continuation election. The Board also approved the FY2022-23 revised budget and several million dollars in curriculum and facility contracts.
- Approved 2023 special bond election for $500 million (3-1)
- Approved 2023 15% special budget override continuation election (3-1)
- Approved FY2022-23 revised budget (4-0)
- Approved $1.7M contract for supplemental science kits (Gr 6-8) (4-0)
- Approved $1.2M contract for social studies supplemental software & resources (Gr 6-12) (4-0)
- Approved $1M contract increase for kitchen equipment replacement (4-0)
- Approved $650,000 contract for Special Education Curriculum (K-8) (4-0)
- Approved $288,362.37 contract for Mountain View High School scoreboard (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board will take action on personnel requests and a 2023-24 stipend salary schedule. The consent agenda includes approval of $32,937.53 in March donations and an $800,242 contract award to Concord General Contracting for remodeling the front office at Highland Elementary School. The board will also recognize Career and Technical Student Organization winners and receive a land acknowledgment from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
- Action on personnel requests and 2023-24 stipend salary schedule
- Contract award of $800,242 to Concord General Contracting for Highland Elementary front office remodel
- Approval of $32,937.53 in donations for March 2023
- Recognition of Career and Technical Student Organization competition winners from multiple high schools
- SRPMIC Land Acknowledgment presentation by Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community representatives
The Governing Board approved several million dollars in contracts for elementary school office remodels, security improvements, and technology upgrades. The Board also approved the 2023-24 compensation plan and stipend salary schedule.
- Approved 2023-24 compensation plan (4-0)
- Approved 2023-24 stipend salary schedule (4-0)
- Approved $1.248M to relocate Eisenhower Elementary front office (4-0)
- Approved $800,242 for Highland Elementary front office remodel (4-0)
- Approved $772,887 for Ishikawa Elementary front office remodel (4-0)
- Approved $521,770 for Field Elementary front office remodel (4-0)
- Approved $2M contract increase for Junior High and High School TVs and hardware (4-0)
- Approved $100 NALEO membership for Board Member Kiana Sears (3-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session to review AVID program data and community feedback regarding a 2023 budget continuation and bond authorization. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
- AVID program data and financial impact update
- Community feedback on budget continuation and bond authorization
- Adjournment of the study session
The Governing Board held a study session to receive an update from district administration regarding AVID data and financial impacts. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were made during this session.
- Adjourned the study session (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a special meeting to receive legal advice regarding its Transgender Guidelines. The board voted to enter an executive session to discuss the matter and adjourned the meeting at 6:33 p.m.
- Executive session to discuss Transgender Guidelines
- Meeting adjourned at 6:33 p.m.
- Governing Board Room and North Conference Room, Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive
The Governing Board met for a special session and voted to enter an executive session to receive legal advice regarding Mesa Public Schools Transgender Guidelines. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice on Transgender Guidelines (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a study session on April 11, 2023, to discuss student learning progress data. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
- Discussion on student outcomes and learning progress data
- Adjournment of the study session
- Meeting held at the Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Dr.
The Governing Board held a study session to receive an update from district administration regarding student outcomes. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were recorded.
- Adjourned the meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests including the classified non-renewal list and a new district administrator evaluation system. The Board also approved a consent agenda that included minutes from previous meetings and a contract award for educational camp facilities.
- Approval of classified non-renewal list
- Approval of District Administrator Evaluation System effective April 1, 2023
- Approval of contract award of $350,000 for Education Camp Facilities
- Approval of AZSTA grant proposal for athletic equipment
- Approval of minutes from March 7, 28, and 30, 2023 meetings
The Governing Board approved the 2024-25 and 2025-26 school-year calendars and various personnel requests. The Board also authorized several contract increases for district services and accepted a real estate donation for Webster Elementary School.
- Approved personnel requests and classified non-renewal list (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests addendum (4-1)
- Approved District Administrator Evaluation System effective April 1, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved certified hourly rates effective May 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved $350,000 contract for Education Camp Facilities (5-0)
- Approved $432,000 contract increase for bulk fuel and propane (5-0)
- Approved $400,000 contract increase for Online Marketplace (5-0)
- Postponed vote on $288,362.37 Mountain View High School scoreboard until May 9 (3-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session to discuss annual planning, including the possibility of a bond or override in 2023 or 2024. Topics also included student outcomes, teacher recruitment, and resource alignment. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational and discussion-based.
- Potential bond and/or override in 2023 or 2024
- Annual review of student outcomes and vision for learning
- HVAC update (attachment: 2023_0330 Board HVAC Update.pdf)
- Path2Teach program for teacher recruitment and retention
- Next Education Workforce teaming model discussion
The Governing Board conducted a study session focused on annual review and planning. Discussions included potential bonds or overrides for 2023 or 2024, student outcomes, and staff recruitment and retention. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.
- Approved adjournment of the meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a study session to discuss the role of the federal government in public education. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
- Study session on federal government's role in public education
- Discussion of legal framework for education
- Adjournment of the study session
The Governing Board held a study session to receive information from district administration regarding the role of the federal government in public education. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made.
- Approved adjournment of the study session
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Governing Board will discuss entering executive session to strategize on 2023-24 employee compensation and fringe benefit negotiations, vote on a resolution to name Mountain View High School's Toro gymnasium court after Mr. Gary Ernst, and approve a consent agenda including personnel requests and prior meeting minutes.
- Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(5) to instruct representatives on employee salary and benefit negotiations for 2023-24
- Resolution to name Mountain View High School's gymnasium court 'Gary Ernst Court' in honor of Mr. Gary Ernst
- Recognition of five district schools as A+ Schools of Excellence by Arizona Educational Foundation
- Approval of personnel requests including an addendum
- Consent agenda covering minutes from February 28, 2023 executive session and other routine items
The Governing Board approved several million-dollar contracts for HVAC equipment, world language resources, and architectural services. The Board also approved personnel requests, school name changes, and the naming of a gymnasium court at Mountain View High School.
- Approved $6M contract for HVAC and Mechanical equipment replacement (5-0)
- Approved $3M contract for World Language materials and resources (5-0)
- Approved $2M contract for architectural and engineering services (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 contract for Dual Language Immersion Materials (5-0)
- Approved $500,000 contract renewal for plumbing supplies and equipment (5-0)
- Approved naming Mountain View High School's gymnasium court as Gary Ernst Court (5-0)
- Approved Personnel Requests including an addendum (5-0)
- Approved school name changes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will receive an update from industry partners Honeywell, Boeing, and Empire Cat about preparing students for college, career, and community. The study session also includes procedural items such as call to order and adjournment. The adjournment motion carried unanimously.
- Update from industry partners Honeywell, Boeing, and Empire Cat on student career preparation
- Adjournment motion carried with four yeas
The Governing Board received an update from Honeywell, Boeing, and Empire Cat regarding student preparation for college, career, and community. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Received update from industry partners Honeywell, Boeing, and Empire Cat
- Adjourned the meeting (4-0)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $1,000,000 painting services contract renewal and amendments to cell tower easements at Westwood High School and Stapley Jr. High. The board will also consider personnel requests in a separate action item and hold an executive session for a student disciplinary matter. Recognitions of state champion wrestlers and Hacktivate winners are scheduled.
- Approval of a $1,000,000 contract renewal for painting services for various district departments
- Second amendment to AT&T cell tower easement at Westwood High School, adding 130.5 sq ft for a backup generator with $300/month additional fee
- Third amendment to T-Mobile cell tower easement at Stapley Jr. High, adding 75 sq ft and allowing DISH to co-locate equipment for $350/month additional fee
- Approval of personnel requests including an addendum
- Executive session for consideration of a student disciplinary matter (closed to public)
The Governing Board approved a $3 million contract for supplemental educational resources and a $40,000 increase for AV/Photography equipment. The Board also adopted a new policy regarding hazing and approved cell tower easement expansions at two schools. A decision on school name changes was postponed to March 28, 2023.
- Approved $3M contract renewal for supplemental educational resources (5-0)
- Approved $40,000 contract increase for AV/Photography equipment from B&H Photos (5-0)
- Approved Draft Policy JFCM - Hazing (5-0)
- Approved cell tower easement expansion at Westwood High School for $300/month (5-0)
- Approved cell tower easement expansion at Stapley Jr. High for $830/month (5-0)
- Approved $1M contract renewal for painting services (5-0)
- Postponed school name changes until March 28, 2023 (4-1)
- Approved Personnel Requests including an addendum (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will move into executive session to consider a student disciplinary matter. It will discuss personnel requests, including a non‑renewal list for 2023‑24. The board will vote on several consent agenda items, such as approving January donations of $57,474.59 and authorizing travel for MacArthur Elementary 4th‑grade students to the Grand Canyon and Bearizona at $155 per student. The meeting also includes a superintendent update and a musical performance.
- Executive session to consider student disciplinary matter (motion carried)
- Approval of personnel requests and 2023‑24 non‑renewal list (motion carried)
- Approval of January 2023 donations totaling $57,474.59 (motion carried)
- Approval of MacArthur Elementary 4th‑grade travel to Grand Canyon/Bearizona at $155 per student (motion carried)
- Approval of minutes from the February 7, 2023 regular meeting (motion carried)
The Governing Board approved a series of contract awards and increases for electrical services, security systems, and software. The Board also approved personnel requests and a non-renewal list for 2023-24. A proposed hazing policy failed to pass.
- Approved $1.5M contract for Electrical Services and Repairs
- Approved $2.5M contract increase for Facility Electronic Systems (total $2,645,000)
- Approved $897,527 contract for Benefits Management Platform
- Approved $250,000 contract renewal for Business Intelligence and Data Analytic Solutions
- Approved $400,000 contract increase for roof installation and services (total $1.4M)
- Approved personnel requests and 23-24 non-renewal list
- Tabled $3M contract renewal for supplemental educational resources until March 7, 2023
- Draft Policy JFCM - Hazing failed to pass
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board met to discuss interests regarding compensation and fringe benefits for the 2023-24 Meet and Confer negotiations. The meeting also included several personnel actions, including the approval of various employment contract templates and renewal lists.
- Executive session discussion regarding 2023-24 employee compensation and fringe benefits
- Approval of personnel requests and an addendum
- Approval of the 2023-24 administrative and psychologist renewal/non-renewal list
- Approval of 2023-24 language for employment contract templates
- Approval of $225,136.17 in donations from November and December 2022
The Governing Board approved PABDAC recommendations for school boundary changes and several personnel actions. The Board also passed a consent agenda including contract renewals and donations. An executive session was held to discuss employee compensation and fringe benefits for 2023-24.
- Approved PABDAC recommendations for boundary changes (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
- Approved 2023-24 administrative and psychologist renewal/non-renewal list (5-0)
- Approved 2023-24 employment contract template language (5-0)
- Approved $750,000 contract renewal for engine repair, parts, and replacement (5-0)
- Approved $185,000 contract increase for Charter Bus Services (5-0)
- Approved $225,136.17 in donations for November and December 2022 (5-0)
- Approved License Agreement with City of Mesa for Sirrine Parking Facility (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a study session to review student learning data. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
- Student learning data discussion
- Adjournment of study session
The Governing Board held a study session to receive an update from district administration regarding student learning data. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the session.
- Adjourned the meeting (3-0)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened on January 24, 2023, to approve personnel requests and a consent agenda that included minutes from previous meetings and professional learning requests for board members.
- Approval of personnel requests including an addendum
- Approval of minutes from January 5 and 10, 2023, study sessions
- Approval of minutes from January 10, 2023, regular meeting
- Approval of $150 professional learning for Governing Board President Marcie Hutchinson
- Approval of $871.25 professional learning for Governing Board President Marcie Hutchinson
The Governing Board authorized legal counsel to file a multidistrict lawsuit against several social media platforms including Meta, TikTok, and Google. The Board also approved multiple facility contracts and personnel requests.
- Authorized multidistrict litigation against META, TikTok, Alphabet, and others (4-0)
- Approved $1,620,000 contract for building weatherization at Mountain View High School (4-0)
- Approved $383,856 contract for roofing at Ishikawa Elementary School (4-0)
- Approved $750,000 contract renewal for playground equipment and surfacing (4-0)
- Approved $2,500 professional learning request for Kiana Sears (3-1)
- Approved $150 and $871.25 professional learning requests for Marcie Hutchinson (4-0)
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (4-0)
- Approved subagreement with Arizona Board of Regents, ASU, and US Department of Education/Arizona (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to discuss proposed changes to school boundaries and program locations for the 2023-24 academic year. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at the Curriculum Services Center.
- Discussion of 2023-24 school boundary changes for Pomeroy, Sirrine, and Crismon elementary schools
- Discussion of 2023-24 program location changes for Franklin at Alma Elementary, Mesa Center for Success at Jordan, Mesa Virtual Campus, Red Mountain Center for Early Education, and Community Education
- Study session to be held at the Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Dr., Mesa, AZ 85203
The Governing Board held a study session to discuss school boundary and program location changes for the 2023-24 school year. No formal decisions were made regarding these changes during the session.
- Adjourned the meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board elected officers for the 2023 calendar year, appointing Marcie Hutchinson as President and Joe O'Reilly as Clerk. The Board also approved delegations of authority to the Superintendent and other officials for signing documents and managing purchasing.
- Election of Marcie Hutchinson as Governing Board President
- Election of Joe O'Reilly as Governing Board Clerk
- Delegation of authority to Superintendent for legal documents
- Delegation of authority to Board President/Clerk for contracts
- Appointment of Chief Financial Officer as student activities treasurer ($5,000 bond)
The Governing Board elected its President and Clerk for the 2023 calendar year and delegated signing and purchasing authorities. The board also approved personnel requests and a series of consent agenda items, including several contract increases for district resources.
- Elected Ms. Marcie Hutchinson as Governing Board President (4-1)
- Elected Dr. Joe O'Reilly as Governing Board Clerk (5-0)
- Approved delegation of signing authority to the Superintendent or designee (5-0)
- Approved delegation of signing and purchasing authority to Board officers and district officials (5-0)
- Appointed CFO as student activities treasurer with a $5,000 bond (5-0)
- Appointed hearing officers, compliance officers, and Employee Benefit Trust members (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $350,000 for pianos, $150,000 computer contract increase, and $750,000 supplemental educational resources increase (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session on January 5, 2023, at the Curriculum Services Center. The meeting included procedural items and training for board members on topics such as BoardDocs, policy manuals, and Robert's Rules of Order.
- Board member training on BoardDocs and voting
- Training on policy manual and Robert's Rules of Order
- Training on public records and media
- Discussion on preparation for Board officer election
The Governing Board held a study session focused on training for new and incoming members. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made during this session.
- Completed Board member training on user accounts, BoardDocs, policy manual, and Robert's Rules of Order
- Approved adjournment of study session (5-0)