Mesa Unified School District public meetings in 2025
43 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Board Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board is holding a special meeting to consider moving into executive session to discuss the superintendent's mid-year evaluation under employment matters. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order and pledge of allegiance, but the only action item is the executive session discussion.
- Consider moving into executive session to discuss superintendent's mid-year evaluation (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1))
Study Session Agenda
The Governing Board of Mesa Unified School District No. 4 is holding a study session. The meeting features presentations from East Valley Academy students regarding Civic Leadership Projects.
- Presentations on Civic Leadership Projects by students Chelbe Roanhorse, Cameron Williams, and Nkrumah Whigham
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a public hearing on the FY2025-26 revised budget and vote on personnel requests and lease amendments.
- Public Hearing on FY2025-26 Revised Budget
- Personnel Requests including stipend requests
- Approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Amendment No. 1 to Lease Agreement (Fremont Junior High / Bezos Academy Mesa)
- Memorandum of Understanding (Item E)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board will vote on a consent agenda including multiple purchasing contracts: a $7.5M renewal for general contractors for construction and repair, a $1.05M increase for solid waste and recycling services with the City of Mesa, a $400K increase for shade structures, and a cell tower easement renewal with Verizon. A separate action item covers personnel requests including an addendum. Public comment and recognitions are also scheduled.
- Contract renewal of $7,500,000 for job order contracting with general contractors for miscellaneous construction and repair services
- Contract increase of $1,050,000 for solid waste and recycling collection services through an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Mesa
- Contract increase of $400,000 for installing and repairing shade structures
- Renewal of cell tower easement agreement with Verizon Wireless (Cellco Partnership) at Stapley Administrative Offices for four additional five-year terms starting Jan 1, 2026
- Approval of personnel requests including an addendum
The Governing Board approved multiple personnel requests, consent agenda items, and two proclamations. Additional actions included a roofing contract increase and a lease agreement for the Smith Junior High campus.
- Approved personnel requests (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including October 23 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved $1,050,000.00 contract increase for City of Mesa solid waste and recycling (5-0)
- Approved $400,000.00 contract increase for shade structures and repairs (5-0)
- Approved $7,500,000.00 job order contracting renewal (5-0)
- Approved Verizon Wireless easement renewal at Stapley Administrative Offices (5-0)
- Approved updated Policy 5-209 regarding school libraries (5-0)
- Approved new Policy 3-110 regarding intergovernmental agreements (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session on Nov 13, 2025. The meeting began with a public notice, a moment of silence, and a call to order. Board members received an overview of the Building Renewal Grant (BRG) program. The session was adjourned at approximately 5:45 p.m.
- Public notice (procedural)
- Moment of silence
- Call to order
- Building Renewal Grant (BRG) program overview (discussion)
- Adjournment of the study session
The Mesa Unified School District board held a procedural study session to review an overview of the Building Renewal Grant program. No funding approvals, policy changes, or votes were recorded on the presentation itself. The board unanimously voted to adjourn at 5:35 p.m.
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Special Board Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will convene a special meeting to consider entering executive session for legal advice regarding a student disciplinary matter. The meeting is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. at the Curriculum Services Center.
- Consideration of entering executive session for student disciplinary matter
- Meeting at Curriculum Services Center, 549 North Stapley Drive
- Public access begins 30 minutes prior to 4:30 p.m. start
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to review educational investments. The meeting includes procedural items such as public notice and call to order, with the main discussion focused on a review of funding choices.
- Review of Mesa Public Schools educational investments (discussion item)
The board conducted a review of Mesa Public Schools educational investments. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded during the session.
- Adjourned the study session (5-0)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will vote on personnel requests including a new Certified 12 Month Salary Schedule for Org Redesign. The board will also consider consent agenda items approving travel for student groups to Brussels and London, and minutes from previous meetings. Public comment and recognitions are also scheduled.
- Personnel requests with new Certified 12 Month Salary Schedule for Org Redesign
- Approval of Mountain View Model UN travel to Brussels, Belgium March 12-21, 2026
- Approval of Mountain View Chamber Orchestra travel to London, England March 24-29, 2026
- Approval of minutes from September 25 study session, September 25 regular meeting, and October 14 special meeting
- Recognitions for music programs and AARP volunteers
The Governing Board approved several personnel requests, consent agenda items, and new school designations for the 2026-27 school year. This included designating a choice school at the Wilson Campus and adding high school grades to Franklin High School and Shepherd College Preparatory.
- Approved personnel requests and new Certified 12 Month Salary Schedule (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including travel requests and grant proposals (5-0)
- Approved PABDAC recommended boundary changes (5-0)
- Designated Franklin Accelerated Academy - Wilson Campus as a choice school (5-0)
- Added grades 9-12 to Franklin High School starting 2026-27 (5-0)
- Added grades 9-12 to Shepherd College Preparatory starting 2026-27 (5-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for Teacher Registered Apprenticeship Program (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board will hold a special meeting to receive the approved 2024-25 Annual Financial Report (AFR) and discuss the 2024-25 Maintenance & Operations/Bond Expenditure Report. The board already voted unanimously to approve the AFR. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Approval of 2024-25 Annual Financial Report – motion carried unanimously
- Discussion of 2024-25 M&O/Bond Expenditure Report
- Public comment on agenda items
The Mesa Unified School District Board approved the 2024-25 Annual Financial Report. The board also discussed the 2024-25 M&O/Bond Expenditure Report during the meeting.
- Approved 2024-25 Annual Financial Report (5-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to discuss instructional time. The meeting is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on September 25, 2025, at the Curriculum Services Center.
- Discussion of instructional time
- Public notice of meeting
- Executive session for legal advice
- Clear bag protocols
- Adjournment at approximately 5:45 p.m.
The board conducted a study session regarding instructional time. No substantive decisions or actions were recorded during the meeting.
- Adjourned the meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests and a renewal lease agreement with Rowley Chapman & Barney, Ltd. The meeting also included the approval of meeting minutes and a student trip to a Model UN conference.
- Personnel requests approved
- Minutes of Sept 11 meeting approved
- Westwood Model UN trip to Brussels approved
- Lease renewal with Rowley Chapman & Barney approved
- Policy 1-302 second reading approved
The Governing Board approved several updated district policies, curriculum documents, and new course offerings. Additionally, the board authorized personnel requests, a lease renewal, and student travel for the Westwood Model UN Club.
- Approved personnel requests (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Approved September 11, 2025 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved September 11, 2025 study session minutes (5-0)
- Approved Westwood Model UN Club travel to Brussels, Belgium (5-0)
- Approved renewal lease agreement with Rowley Chapman & Barney, Ltd (5-0)
- Approved multiple updated district policies (5-0)
- Approved $104,822.11 in donations for August 2025 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will vote to approve pending personnel requests and the list of qualified evaluators for the 2025‑26 teacher performance evaluation system. The board will also consider a consent agenda that includes a cooperative purchasing agreement with Equalis Group, an Arts Education Musical Instrument Museum grant, and payment of warrants for services, materials, and payroll. Proclamations for Citizenship Day and Constitution Week will be adopted, and district updates will be presented.
- Approval of personnel requests (motion carried)
- Approval of qualified evaluators for 2025‑26 teacher performance evaluation system (motion carried)
- Approval of Equalis Group Master Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
- Approval of Arts Education Musical Instrument Museum grant proposal
- Authorization of payment of warrants for services, materials, and payroll (period ending Sep 5, 2025)
The Governing Board approved several personnel requests and a $997,236 contract for the Rhodes Junior High remodel. The board also authorized square footage adjustments and naming corrections for multiple school sites and approved a name change for Red Mountain Center for Early Education.
- Approved personnel requests (5-0)
- Approved qualified evaluators for 2025-26 school year (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Approved August 28, 2025 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved August 28, 2025 study session minutes (5-0)
- Approved Equalis Group Master Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (5-0)
- Approved Arts Education Musical Instrument Museum grant proposal (5-0)
- Approved warrants for services and payroll through September 5, 2025 (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 policy updates recommended by the Trust to comply with recent legislative changes. The agenda includes a review of multiple policies covering student assessments, police and child safety interviews, interscholastic athletics, parent rights, and more. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion-only session.
- Review of policy updates for legislative compliance, including student assessments, police interview notification, DCS interview procedures, and interscholastic athletics.
- Discussion of parent/guardian rights in education document.
- Review of policies on administration of medication and students with disabilities (IDEA).
- Update to board meeting and open meeting law requirements.
- Review of policy on patriotic exercises and observance days.
The Board held a study session to review recommended policy updates intended to comply with legislative updates. No substantive decisions or votes on specific policies were recorded during this session.
- Reviewed recommended policy updates
Study Session Agenda
This study session is largely procedural, with only one substantive discussion item: optimizing facilities through strategic reduction initiatives. The board will also hold a moment of silence, call the meeting to order, and adjourn. No votes or actions on the discussion item are scheduled.
- Discussion: Optimizing Facilities – Mesa Public Schools Strategic Reduction Initiatives
The board conducted a study session regarding Mesa Public Schools Strategic Reduction Initiatives. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the session.
- Adjourned the meeting (4-0)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will consider personnel requests (including an addendum) as an action item. They will also vote on a consent agenda that includes intergovernmental agreements with the City of Chandler and the Maricopa County Human Services Department for Head Start, acceptance of $242,190.62 in gifts and donations for July 2025, and approval of student activities fund reports for June and July 2025. The meeting opens with public comment and an update from the superintendent.
- Personnel requests including an addendum (action item)
- Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Chandler
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Human Services – Head Start
- Acceptance of $242,190.62 in gifts and donations for July 2025
- Student Activities Fund reports for June and July 2025
The Governing Board approved several personnel and consent agenda items, including meeting minutes and intergovernmental agreements. Additionally, the board authorized two contract increases for student ID systems and fire detection replacements.
- Approved personnel requests (4-0)
- Approved August 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved August 14, 2025 study session minutes (4-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Chandler (4-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Human Services Department - Head Start (4-0)
- Accepted July 2025 donations of $242,190.62 (4-0)
- Approved Student Activities Fund report for June and July 2025 (4-0)
- Approved warrants for services, materials, and payroll (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved a personnel action that removes five assistant superintendent positions and establishes the Chief of Academics and Chief of Schools roles for the 2026-27 school year. The board also approved qualified evaluators for the 2025-26 teacher performance evaluation system, a $350,000 contract increase for special‑education nursing support, and several consent‑agenda items including an access easement agreement and the 2025-26 board goals. All motions carried with votes recorded in the agenda.
- Eliminate five assistant superintendent positions; create Chief of Academics and Chief of Schools (effective 2026‑27)
- Approve qualified evaluators for the 2025‑26 teacher performance evaluation system
- Approve $350,000 contract increase for specialty services to support three students needing individualized nursing
- Approve Access Easement Agreement as part of the consent agenda
- Approve the 2025‑26 Board Goals
The Governing Board approved a contract increase for specialty nursing services and adopted the board goals for the 2025-26 school year. The board also approved personnel requests and the list of qualified teacher evaluators.
- Approved $350,000 contract increase for special education nursing support (5-0)
- Approved 2025-26 Board Goals (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
- Approved qualified evaluators for 2025-26 Teacher Performance Evaluation System (5-0)
- Approved July 22, 2025 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Access Easement Agreement (5-0)
- Authorized payment of warrants for services, materials, and payroll for July 24 to August 8, 2025 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session on August 14, 2025. The main item is a discussion on reorganization plans for leadership positions for the 2026-27 school year, presented by Dr. Strom and Mr. Wing. No votes are expected at this study session.
- Board update on reorganization plans for 2026-27 school year (discussion only)
The board held a study session to receive an update on reorganization plans for the 2026-27 school year. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.
- Adjourned the meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board decided on personnel requests and several consent agenda items. Key actions include updating school grade level reporting and renewing state food program and workforce agreements.
- Approval of grade level reconfiguration to PS, 9-12 for Dobson, Mesa, Red Mountain, and Skyline High Schools
- Closure of Mesa’s Early Education Center
- Intergovernmental Agreement Amendment for Transition from School to Work with a budget ceiling of $1,072,255.00
- Renewal of Food Program Permanent Service Agreement with the Arizona Department of Education
- Approval of personnel requests and an associated addendum
The Governing Board approved a grade level reconfiguration for Dobson, Mesa, Red Mountain, and Skyline High Schools and the closure of Mesa’s Early Education Center. The Board also approved several intergovernmental agreements and a $250,000 grant for the ITEL program. Personnel requests and June 2025 donations were also accepted.
- Approved grade level reconfiguration for Dobson, Mesa, Red Mountain, and Skyline High Schools and closure of Mesa’s Early Education Center (5-0)
- Approved $250,000 over three years for Inspired Teaching, Exceptional Learning (ITEL) grant (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests including an addendum (5-0)
- Approved $44,492.40 in donations for June 2025 (5-0)
- Approved 2025-26 Governing Board travel and membership budget not to exceed $2,000 per member (5-0)
- Approved Food Program Permanent Service Agreement with Arizona Department of Education (5-0)
- Approved cell tower easement renewal at Smith Junior High School with SBA Network (5-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with EVIT for Career Technical Education District Satellite (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened to approve personnel requests and a consent agenda including updated policies on technology, student conduct, and mandatory reporting. The meeting also included a public hearing on the proposed 2025-26 budget and Truth in Taxation.
- Personnel requests approved
- Updated Policy 1-401 Parents/Legal Guardian Rights in Education
- Updated Policy 3-403 Technology
- Updated Policy 5-305 Student Code of Conduct
- Updated Policy 4-204 Mandatory Reporting
The Governing Board approved the proposed FY2025-26 budget and several contract increases for technology and educational projects. The Board also updated multiple district policies and approved personnel requests.
- Adopted Proposed FY2025-26 Budget (4-1)
- Approved $200,000 contract increase for Project Lead the Way (5-0)
- Approved $250,000 contract increase for Tyler Technologies (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
- Approved updated policies for Parent/Guardian Rights, Technology, Student Code of Conduct, Mandatory Reporting, and Student Records (5-0)
- Appointed Maricopa County School Superintendent as statutory agent for employee garnishments (5-0)
- Approved Polaris Lease Agreement 1st Amendment and Assignment Assumption of Lease (5-0)
- Approved one-month Intergovernmental Agreement extension with EVIT (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board is meeting to discuss and act upon the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-26. The board also voted to approve personnel requests and several consent agenda items, including a partnership renewal with Arizona State University.
- Proposed FY2025-26 Budget for review and approval
- Approval of $110,696.10 in gifts and donations for May 2025
- Service Agreement renewal with ASU Hispanic Mother-Daughter Program through June 3, 2027
- Approval of personnel requests and an addendum
- Authorization of payment warrants for services, materials, and payroll for periods ending June 12 through June 20, 2025
The Governing Board approved the proposed FY2025-26 budget and several intergovernmental agreements. The board also approved personnel requests and an employment agreement addendum for Superintendent Dr. Matthew Strom. A proposal for an Executive Coaching and Professional Development plan was denied.
- Approved FY2025-26 budget (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
- Approved $110,696.10 in donations for May 2025 (5-0)
- Approved employment agreement addendum for Dr. Matthew Strom (5-0)
- Approved Superintendent's Pay for Performance Goals (5-0)
- Denied Executive Coaching and Professional Development plan (1-4)
- Approved MOU with Coursemojo (3-2)
- Approved membership with Arizona School Board Association (3-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Special Board Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a special meeting to discuss the superintendent's 2025-26 goals in executive session. The board voted to move into the closed session and later reconvened to adjourn the meeting.
- Executive session to discuss superintendent's 2025-26 goals
- Meeting held at Curriculum Services Center, 549 North Stapley Drive
- Public access begins 30 minutes prior to 5:00 p.m. start
- Meeting conducted virtually
- Clear Bag Protocols in effect
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board met to review the agenda, recognize student state champions, and honor outgoing Superintendent Dr. Fourlis. The board also processed several consent agenda items including meeting minutes and warrant payments.
- Personnel requests and addendum
- $75,000.00 contract increase for Branded Pizza - Direct Delivered (Papa John's Pizza)
- Approval of May 27, 2025 regular meeting minutes
- Payment of warrants for services, materials, and payroll ending June 6, 2025
The Governing Board approved the 2025-26 Pay for Performance plan and certified teacher evaluation handbook. The Board also authorized a $75,000 contract increase for Papa John's Pizza and approved several personnel requests and course catalog revisions.
- Approved 2025-26 Pay for Performance plan (5-0)
- Approved 2025-26 certified teacher evaluation handbook (5-0)
- Approved $75,000 contract increase for Papa John's Pizza (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
- Approved MPS 25-26 High School and Junior High School Course Catalog Revisions (5-0)
- Approved Arizona State University Universal Learner Course Intergovernmental Agreement (5-0)
- Tabled Memorandum of Understanding for Coursemojo (4-1)
- Authorized payment of warrants for May 29, 2025 through June 6, 2025 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests and a consent agenda that included a $1.8 million contract for milk and dairy delivery and a $900,000 increase for Dropout Prevention and Recovery Services. The meeting was held virtually on May 27, 2025.
- Contract award for $1,800,000.00 for milk and dairy delivery
- Contract increase for $900,000.00 for Dropout Prevention and Recovery Services
- Approval of May 13, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes
- Approval of May 13, 2025 Study Session minutes
- Personnel requests including an addendum
The Governing Board approved the 2025-26 Compensation Plan and the 2025-26 Stipend and Temporary Salary Schedule. The Board also authorized several purchasing contracts, including funds for milk and dairy and Apple computers for CTE programs. Additionally, the Board approved two grant proposals for school improvement.
- Approved 2025-26 Compensation Plan (5-0)
- Approved 2025-26 Stipend and Temporary Salary Schedule (5-0)
- Approved $1.8M contract for milk and dairy (5-0)
- Approved $1M contract increase for Apple computers for CTE programs (5-0)
- Approved $900,000 contract increase for Dropout Prevention and Recovery Services (5-0)
- Approved grant proposals for aTSI ($200,000) and Systemic School Improvement ($270,000) (5-0)
- Approved instructional resources for MA67 Financial Algebra and MA57 Introduction to Statistics (5-0)
- Accepted $92,957.77 in donations for April 2025 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board will hold a public hearing on the FY2024-25 revised budget, then consider consent agenda items including personnel requests, a $299,286 contract for kitchen upgrades at Fremont Junior High, and a $900,000 contract increase for kitchen equipment. The board also recognized student achievements in sports and academics.
- Public hearing on FY2024-25 revised budget
- Personnel requests including an addendum approved unanimously
- Contract award of $299,286 for kitchen upgrade at Fremont Junior High
- Contract increase of $900,000 for kitchen equipment service and parts
- Contract increase of $40,000 for Medicaid reimbursement services
The Governing Board approved the revised budget for fiscal year 2024-25 and several new curriculum documents and pilot courses. The Board also authorized multiple purchasing contracts for school facilities and services.
- Approved FY2024-25 revised budget (5-0)
- Approved $299,286.00 kitchen upgrade for Fremont Junior High (5-0)
- Approved $900,000.00 contract increase for kitchen equipment service and parts (5-0)
- Approved $40,000.00 contract increase for Medicaid reimbursement services (5-0)
- Approved Arizona State University Universal Learner Courses Agreement (5-0)
- Approved naming of 'Jane Dutcher Pagel Community Learning Hall' at Westwood High School (5-0)
- Approved Statement of Charges and Notice of Intent to Dismiss Certified Teacher R. Smith (5-0)
- Approved K-6 Physical Education, 7-8 Arts Education, and English 10 AP Seminar curriculum (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to hear presentations from the Student Advisory Group and the Parent Advisory Committee regarding school transitions and district focus areas. The meeting will take place at the Curriculum Services Center on May 13, 2025.
- Student Advisory Group to discuss transitions from elementary to junior high and junior high to high school
- Parent Advisory Committee to present recommendations on discipline, homework, and attendance
- Meeting to be held at Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive, Mesa, AZ
- Clear Bag Protocols and weapons detection systems will be in place for public access
The board held a study session featuring presentations from the Student Advisory Group and recommendations from the Parent Advisory Committee. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were recorded.
- Adjourned the meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board held a study session on April 22, 2025. The meeting began with a public notice, a moment of silence, and a call to order. Board members reviewed a presentation on Mesa Public Schools curriculum processes aligned to state law and district policies. The session concluded with a motion to adjourn, which carried.
- Public notice of the meeting (procedural)
- Moment of silence (pre‑meeting activity)
- Presentation on MPS Curriculum Processes (discussion)
- Motion to adjourn the study session (action)
The board conducted a study session to discuss MPS Curriculum Processes. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded other than the motion to adjourn.
- Adjourned the meeting (5-0)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will vote on a $750,000 contract renewal for shade structures and repairs at playgrounds and outdoor areas. The board will also consider a $60,000 contract increase for gym and sports floor maintenance, approve personnel requests, and adopt the consent agenda items including student activities fund and donations reports. The meeting includes a superintendent update and public comment period.
- Approve $750,000 contract renewal for shade structures and repairs
- Approve $60,000 contract increase for gym, stage, multi‑purpose room, and sports maple hardwood floors
- Approve personnel requests with addendum
- Adopt consent agenda items: minutes, student activities fund report, and $254,786.95 gifts & donations
- Superintendent Dr. Andi Fourlis provides district updates
The Governing Board approved several high-value purchasing contracts for technology and facility upgrades. The Board also voted to increase student and staff meal prices for the 2025-2026 school year. Other actions included approving personnel requests and a Memorandum of Understanding for the ISQR Early Exploration Project.
- Approved $3,000,000 contract increase for laptops (5-0)
- Approved $1,195,658 contract to convert metals lab into welding shop (5-0)
- Approved $350,000 contract increase for MacBook laptops (5-0)
- Approved $750,000 contract renewal for shade structures (5-0)
- Approved $500,000 contract renewal for Social Studies software (5-0)
- Approved 2025-2026 meal price increase of $0.15 for breakfast and $0.25 for lunch (5-0)
- Approved $60,000 contract increase for hardwood flooring (5-0)
- Approved ADE Assurances for Title VI and FERPA/PPRA (3-1-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Special Board Meeting Agenda - Executive Session
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened a special meeting to discuss the superintendent's 2025-26 goals. The board voted to enter an executive session for employment matters and then adjourned the meeting.
- Vote to enter executive session for employment matters
- Discussion of superintendent's 2025-26 goals
- Meeting held at Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive
The Board voted to enter an executive session to discuss the superintendent's 2025-26 goals. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved motion to enter Executive Session for employment matters (5-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board is convening a study session to discuss planning for the 2025-26 school year, including board goals and master planning. The meeting will also include a presentation on AIR MTSS and conclude with an executive session.
- Discussion of 2025-26 planning and board goals
- Presentation on AIR MTSS
- Master planning discussion
- Executive session for legal advice
- Adjournment of the study session
The board conducted a study session focused on planning for 2025-26. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded other than the motion to adjourn.
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will convene a special meeting to discuss and potentially enter executive session regarding compensation and fringe benefits for the 2025-26 Meet and Confer employee group. The meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. at the Curriculum Services Center.
- Executive session to discuss 2025-26 employee compensation and fringe benefits
- Meeting at Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive
- Public access begins 30 minutes prior to 4:00 p.m. start time
The Board voted to enter an executive session to discuss compensation and fringe benefits for the 2025-26 Meet and Confer. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved motion to enter Executive Session regarding employee organization negotiations (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Governing Board is holding a study session to receive presentations from junior high students. The discussion focuses on recommendations regarding the Governing Board Policy on cell phones and usage in schools.
- MPS Hacktivate Spring 2025 Junior High Student Presentations and Recommendations on cell phone usage policy
The board conducted a study session featuring MPS Hacktivate Spring 2025 Junior High student presentations and recommendations. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.
- Adjourned the meeting (5-0)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board is conducting a first read of a suggested Gender Dysphoria Policy. The meeting also includes votes on various personnel requests, service agreements, and contract updates.
- First read of a Board Member suggested Gender Dysphoria Policy
- Site Use Agreement with JBJ Electric for property storage near Mesa High School at $1,500 per month
- Contract award for plumbing services totaling $500,000.00
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Sun Corridor Network for internet services
- Contract increase of $130,000.00 for temporary employee staffing in preschool and special education
The Governing Board approved personnel requests and a consent agenda that included the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting included extensive public comment regarding a suggested Gender Dysphoria Policy and block scheduling at Mountain View.
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Approved March 25, 2025 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board met on March 25, 2025. The board voted to approve personnel requests and the 2025-26 administrative and psychologist renewal list. It also approved a consent agenda that included a first amendment to an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Mesa clarifying facility use at the Mesa Arts Center and several aquatic centers. The meeting included an executive session for legal advice and public comment.
- Approved personnel requests including an addendum
- Approved 2025-26 Administrative, Psychologist Renewal/Non-Renewal List
- Approved 1st Amendment to IGA with City of Mesa for facility use and cooperation (Mesa Arts Center, aquatic centers)
- Recognized Summit Academy as spotlight school and A+ Schools for Porter and Washington Elementaries
- Held executive session for legal advice on policy matters
The Governing Board approved several high-value purchasing contracts for infrastructure and insurance. The Board also passed updates to multiple district policies and personnel requests. A motion to enter executive session for legal advice was also carried.
- Approved $3,000,000 contract for asphalt, concrete, and related services (5-0)
- Approved $1,200,000 contract renewal for architectural and engineering services (5-0)
- Approved $750,000 contract for plumbing supplies and equipment (5-0)
- Approved $725,000 contract for life insurance benefits (5-0)
- Approved 2025-26 Administrative and Psychologist Renewal/Non-Renewal List (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved personnel requests including an addendum (5-0)
- Approved updates to policies regarding Federal Grants, Indemnification, Technology, Employee Code of Conduct, and Hazing Prevention (5-0)
- Approved continuation of JROTC program at Dobson and Westwood High Schools (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board met on February 25, 2025, to approve personnel requests and a consent agenda that included minutes from previous meetings and a grant application for the Athletics Department.
- Approval of personnel requests including addendum
- Approval of minutes from February 11, 2025 meetings
- Grant application for AZSTA Biennial Grant for Athletics Department
The Governing Board approved several high-value contracts, including a $7 million agreement for a return-to-work retiree program. The Board also authorized $900,000 for automotive repairs and $250,000 for Smart Tag subscription services. Other actions included approving personnel requests and accepting $93,723.55 in donations.
- Approved $7M contract renewal for Temporary Employment and Recruitment Services (5-0)
- Approved $900,000 contract renewal for automotive repair and maintenance (5-0)
- Approved $250,000 sole source contract for Secured Mobility Smart Tag services (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests and addendum (5-0)
- Approved acceptance of $93,723.55 in donations for January 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Option and Easement Agreement with Verizon Wireless for Mesa High School (5-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental agreement with Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation (5-0)
- Approved Audits and Compliance Questionnaire (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Board Meeting Agenda
The board will consider moving into executive session under A.R.S. §15-843 to discuss a student disciplinary matter. The meeting also includes procedural items like call to order and adjournment.
- Consideration of a student disciplinary matter in executive session (A.R.S. §15-843)
The Governing Board convened a special meeting to enter an executive session regarding a student disciplinary matter. The meeting was adjourned after the session concluded.
- Approved motion to enter Executive Session for student disciplinary matter (5-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (5-0)
Study Session Agenda
The Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss how unique staffing models affect revenue and expenses for 17 small schools. The board will also receive a presentation on national, state, regional, and district demographic trends.
- Working session on staffing models for 16 elementary schools (under 500 students) and one junior high school (586 students)
- Demographic analysis and methodology review presented by Rick Brammer of Applied Economics
The board conducted a working session regarding small schools activity. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were recorded during this session.
- Adjourned the meeting (5-0)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board convened on February 11, 2025, to approve personnel requests and a consent agenda. The Board approved minutes from previous meetings and a Community Education Fee Schedule update. A field trip for MacArthur Elementary 4th graders to the Grand Canyon and Bearizona was approved despite exceeding the standard per-student travel limit.
- Personnel requests approved
- Minutes approved for Jan 28, 2025 meetings
- Community Education Fee Schedule update
- MacArthur Elementary 4th grade field trip to Grand Canyon and Bearizona ($170 per student)
- School Support Organization indemnification applications approved
The Governing Board approved a $750,000 electrical contractor services renewal and K-6 arts and math curriculum documents. The board also authorized personnel requests and accepted a supplemental grant for adult education. Several administrative items and meeting minutes were approved via a consent agenda.
- Approved $750,000 electrical contractor services contract renewal (5-0)
- Approved MPS K-6 Arts Education & Math Curriculum documents (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests including addendum (5-0)
- Approved acceptance of AZ Adult Education WIOA Title II Supplemental Grant up to $91,400 (5-0)
- Approved Policy 1-301 Rules of Order (4-1)
- Approved revised Community Education Fee Schedule (5-0)
- Approved MacArthur Elementary 4th grade travel to Grand Canyon and Bearizona Wildlife Park (5-0)
- Authorized payment of warrants for periods ending Jan 31 to Feb 7, 2025 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Special Board Meeting Agenda - Study Session
This is a special board meeting study session. The main agenda item is a continuing discussion on high school educational programming, with no voting or action items other than adjournment. The meeting is procedural in nature.
- Continuing discussion on high school educational programming (Discussion, Information)
The board held a special meeting to continue discussions regarding high school educational programming. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded during the session.
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Special Board Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board will hold a special meeting primarily to vote on entering executive session. The closed session will cover Dr. Strom's goals for the 2025-26 school year, contract negotiations, litigation, and employment matters. The agenda otherwise consists of procedural items such as call to order, moment of silence, and adjournment.
- Board to consider moving into executive session per A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(4) and (A)(1) to discuss Dr. Strom's goals and contract/litigation/employment matters
The Board voted to enter an executive session to discuss employment matters and contract negotiations, specifically Dr. Strom's goals for the 2025-26 school year. No other substantive actions were recorded.
- Approved motion to enter Executive Session (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to continue discussions regarding enrollment, budget, and staffing for the 2025-26 school year. The meeting will be held at the Curriculum Services Center and may include an executive session for legal advice.
- Continuing discussion on 2025-26 enrollment, budget, and staffing
- Potential executive session for legal advice
- Adjournment of the study session
The Board held a study session to continue discussions regarding enrollment, budget, and staffing for the 2025-26 school year. No formal votes or decisions were recorded on these topics.
- Adjourned the meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board approved personnel requests, including a certified Reduction in Force (RIF), and approved 2025-26 employment contract templates. The meeting also included a first read on a draft policy regarding board rules of order.
- Approval of personnel requests including a certified Reduction in Force (RIF)
- Approval of 2025-26 employment contract templates
- First read on draft Policy 1-301 Rules of Order
- Approval of January 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes
- Approval of classroom and office supplies contract increase
The Governing Board approved a certified Reduction in Force (RIF) and several personnel requests. The Board also authorized millions of dollars in contract increases for educational resources, playground equipment, and supplies.
- Approved certified Reduction in Force (RIF) (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved $3,000,000 contract renewal for supplemental educational resources
- Approved $750,000 contract increase for playground equipment and surfacing (5-0)
- Approved $310,000 contract increase for classroom and office supplies (5-0)
- Approved $125,000 contract increase for paper, plastic and foam disposables (5-0)
- Approved 2025-26 employment contract template language (5-0)
- Approved settlement agreement in A.K. v. Mesa Unified School Dist. (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved proposal submission for US Department of Education GEAR UP grant (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Study Session Agenda
The Mesa Unified School District Governing Board is holding a study session to review budget, enrollment, and staffing updates for the 2025-26 school year. The meeting is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at the Curriculum Services Center.
- Review of 2025-26 budget, enrollment, and staffing updates
- Meeting held at Curriculum Services Center, 549 N. Stapley Drive
- Public access begins 30 minutes prior to the start time
- Discussion of potential executive session for legal advice
The board held a study session to receive a budget, enrollment, and staffing update for 2025-26. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded other than the adjournment of the meeting.
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Meeting Agenda
The Governing Board conducted organizational elections and appointed officials for the 2025 calendar year. The board also established spending and legal settlement limits for district leadership.
- Election of Courtney Davis as Governing Board President and Lacy Chaffee as Governing Board Clerk
- Authorization for the Superintendent or Designee to enter legal settlement agreements up to $25,000
- Appointment of the Chief Financial Officer as student activities treasurer
- Appointment of hearing officers for employee and student due process and Title IX decisions
- Delegation of authority for the Board President and Clerk to sign official documents and contracts
The Governing Board elected Courtney Davis as President and Lacy Chaffee as Clerk for the 2025 calendar year. The board approved several delegations of authority for district officials and accepted $204,989.84 in donations for December 2024. Personnel requests and a school nurse workforce grant were also approved.
- Elected Courtney Davis as Governing Board President (5-0)
- Elected Lacy Chaffee as Governing Board Clerk (3-2)
- Approved delegation of authority for signing legal documents and credit purchases (5-0)
- Authorized Superintendent to enter legal settlements up to $25,000 (5-0)
- Appointed CFO as student activities treasurer (5-0)
- Approved personnel requests (5-0)
- Accepted $204,989.84 in donations for December 2024 (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved Arizona School Nurse Workforce and Equipment Grant application (4-0, 1 abstain)