Adams 12 Five Star Schools public meetings in 2020

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will consider and possibly vote on a $5.5 million sale of district property to Koebel and Company, and a $2.1 million energy performance contract with McKinstry, LLC. They will also receive updates on the second semester learning model and a presentation from the Long Range Planning Advisory Committee. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on real property sale.

• Action item: Approve $5.5 million sale of 13.5 acres south of ESC to Koebel and Company
• Action item: Approve $2.1 million Energy Performance Contract with McKinstry, LLC
• Discussion: Second Semester Learning Model Update (COVID-19 related)
• Discussion: Long Range Planning Advisory Committee presentation
• Discussion: Review of Board bylaws with proposed revisions

The Board of Education approved the sale of 13.5 acres of vacant land and a multi-million dollar energy performance contract. The Superintendent also proposed a second-semester plan featuring a phased return to in-person learning starting January 25, 2021, pending case rate monitoring.

• Approved $2.1 million Energy Performance Contract project with McKinstry, LLC (5-0)
• Approved sale of approximately 13.5 acres of vacant land south of the ESC to Koebel and Company for $5,500,000 (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda and addition of executive session item (5-0)
• Approved recess for executive session to discuss real property sale and Baseline Development URA negotiations (5-0)

DISTRICT ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The District Accountability Committee (DAC) will hold a business meeting via Zoom to discuss administrative items, including filling the Communication Chair (Secretary) position, introducing a skills survey for members, and launching an initiative for School Accountability Committees (SAC) with breakout rooms to develop a needs assessment survey.

• Fill the Communication Chair (Secretary) role by end of meeting
• Introduce a skills survey for DAC members
• SAC initiative breakout rooms to develop first needs assessment survey
• Review 20-21 DAC meeting schedule

Special Board of Education Meeting

This special board meeting is a discussion session with state legislators representing Adams 12 Five Star Schools. The board will share its legislative priorities, receive updates on the 2021 session, and hear a superintendent report on COVID impacts, enrollment funding, and mental health challenges from remote learning. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Meeting with state legislators including Senator-Elect Kirkmeyer, Senators Moreno, Priola, and several representatives
• Superintendent update on return-to-school planning, COVID impacts, enrollment funding, and mental health challenges
• Discussion of Adams 12 legislative priorities and board platform (attached PDF)
• Future agenda items: CASB convention, LRPAC bond update, energy performance contract action, and board bylaws review
• December 16 regular board meeting scheduled

The Board of Education and Superintendent Gdowski met with state legislators to discuss the district's 2021 legislative platform and the impacts of COVID-19. Legislators shared their planned priorities for the 2021 session, including budget stabilization and education accountability. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board will consider adopting the fiscal year 2020-2021 mill levy certification resolution, which sets the property tax rate. The board may also take action on a classified school employees contract and discuss a second semester update. Other items include an energy performance contracting presentation and a baseline development update regarding the Urban Renewal Authority. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session for legal advice and real property discussions.

• Adoption of 2020-2021 mill levy certification resolution
• Consideration of 2019-2021 Classified Master Agreement changes
• Energy performance contracting presentation
• Baseline development update (URA)
• Approval of Safe Schools Reopening Grant application for Stargate Charter School

The Board of Education approved the 2020-2021 Classified Master Agreement and the Mill Levy Certification Resolution. Members also received updates on second-semester in-person learning plans and a $1.8 million equipment rollout for simultaneous instruction.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved recess for executive session to discuss real property sale (5-0)
• Ratified 2020-2021 Classified Master Agreement changes (5-0)
• Adopted 2020-2021 Mill Levy Certification Resolution (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board of Education will meet remotely to review financial monitoring reports, adopt a revised legislative platform policy, and discuss the second-semester learning model that will determine student attendance formats. The board will also vote on a $2.5 million technology and equipment purchase to support simultaneous hybrid instruction for grades 6–12. Additional actions include approving personnel changes, selecting instructional materials, and reviewing teacher contract negotiations.

• Vote on $2.5 million technology and equipment purchase for secondary grades 6–12
• Adoption of revised Board Policy 4.9 Legislative Platform
• Discussion of the second-semester learning model and student academic performance data
• Approval of personnel actions and instructional materials (Exploring Actively Learn by Achieve 3000)
• Review of internal monitoring report on financial conditions for July 1–September 30

Special Board of Education Meeting

This special remote meeting of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board of Education is primarily a discussion session with the District Twelve Education Association (DTEA). Board members will split into breakout rooms to listen to teacher feedback on challenges and successes during the COVID-19 period. The opening and closing portions will be live-streamed, but the breakout rooms will not.

• Ownership Linkage: DTEA – board meets with teacher union representatives
• Breakout rooms with 5 board members each facilitating feedback on COVID challenges and successes
• Board will ask: greatest challenge/success this year, how COVID impacted members, and what is needed to build desired schools for 20-21
• Future agenda items listed include policy matters, legislative update, student academic performance update, and monitoring report on financial conditions
• No formal action items besides approval of the agenda

The Board of Education held a special meeting to gather feedback from DTEA representatives via breakout rooms. Discussions focused on challenges, successes, and the impact of COVID-19. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board of Education will hear a public health update on COVID-19, discuss the budget for FY20-21, and hold a work session on future transitions in the schooling model. The board will also enter executive session to discuss the possible sale of real property and collective bargaining strategy. Most items are informational or discussion only; no votes are scheduled on major agenda items.

• Public Health Update on COVID-19 in Adams and Broomfield Counties
• Budget Update for FY20-21
• Future Transitions in Schooling Model discussion
• Executive session to discuss sale of real property and collective bargaining with Classified School Employee Association
• Recognition of 2019-2020 Five Star Award recipients

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and recognized 2019-2020 staff and community award recipients. Members held a work study session to review budget updates, COVID-19 schooling models, and proposed changes to the Legislative Platform policy. The meeting concluded with an executive session to discuss real property sales and collective bargaining strategy.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Recognized 2019-2020 staff and community award recipients
• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice, real property sale, and collective bargaining strategy (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will consider a superintendent's recommendation to move grades 6-12 from hybrid to remote learning due to rising COVID-19 cases. A public health update from Tri-County Health Department will inform the discussion. The board will also receive a school update, review proposed CASB resolutions, and handle routine items such as approval of minutes and personnel actions.

• Board to consider transitioning grades 6-12 from hybrid to remote learning
• Public health update on COVID-19 in Adams and Broomfield counties
• Proposed revision to Operating Limitations Policy 2.6 on employment, compensation, and benefits
• Executive session to discuss real estate sale, collective bargaining with CSEA, and Baseline Urban Renewal Authority negotiations
• Approval of consent agenda including personnel actions

The Board approved a recommendation to move students in grades 6-12 to remote learning starting October 22, 2020. Elementary and early childhood education students will continue in-person learning. The Board also adopted a revised employment policy and approved personnel actions.

• Approved transition of secondary schools (Grades 6-12) to remote learning starting Oct 22 (5-0)
• Adopted revised Operating Limitations Policy 2.6 Employment, Compensation and Benefits (5-0)
• Approved personnel actions including resignations, transfers, and employment (5-0)
• Adopted minutes from Sept 10 and Sept 16, 2020 meetings (5-0)
• Directed support for CASB Resolution #15 regarding bus video for traffic violators
• Directed support for CASB Resolution #18 regarding Safe2Tell

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board of Education will meet to receive updates on the district's Onward 2020-2021 plan for learning during COVID-19, including hybrid and remote learning. The board will also discuss the work of the District Accountability Committee and hear a report from the Colorado Education Association. No votes on rezonings, contracts, or fee changes are scheduled.

• Superintendent update on new developments and operational issues
• Board proclamation recognizing October as Dyslexia Awareness Month
• General public comment via virtual sign-up
• Colorado Education Association update by President Amie Baca-Oehlert
• District leadership update on Onward 2020-2021: COVID learning, hybrid/remote adjustments, safety protocols

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda. Members discussed the District Accountability Committee's (DAC) focus on charter school policy, the Uniform Improvement Plan, and the long-term goal of developing functioning School Accountability Committees in every building.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will receive and act on external and internal monitoring reports covering financial conditions, asset protection, employment, and ethics. It will also consider proposed revisions to Board Policy 2.6 on Employment, Compensation and Benefits, and vote on delaying the charter schools monitoring report due to unavailable data. The consent agenda includes approval of personnel actions.

• External monitoring report from Finance and Audit Committee finds superintendent's interpretations reasonable for policies 2.4, 2.5, 2.6.1, and District Policy 4130
• Internal monitoring report on General Operating Limitations (Policy 2.0) acknowledged with delay from July 2019–June 2020
• Board to vote on forgoing charter schools monitoring report (Policy 2.9) for 2019-2020 due to unavailable data, with future updates scheduled
• Proposed revisions to Board Policy 2.6 on Employment, Compensation and Benefits
• Consent agenda includes approval of personnel actions: resignations, terminations, transfers, reassignments, employment, and leaves of absence

The Board of Education approved several external and internal monitoring reports regarding financial conditions, asset protection, and general operating limitations. The Board also voted to delay the charter schools monitoring report until financial data becomes available. Additionally, the Board adopted minutes from February and September 2020.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Acknowledged external monitoring report on financial conditions, asset protection, employment, and ethics (5-0)
• Acknowledged delayed internal monitoring report on General Operating Limitations Policy 2.0 (5-0)
• Voted to forego 2019-2020 Charter Schools monitoring report and reschedule updates for November 2020 and January 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted minutes for February 5, 2020 and September 2, 2020 meetings (5-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting

The Special Board of Education will meet on September 10, 2020. The agenda includes routine opening items, a superintendent update, and a presentation of the 2020‑2021 School Plan for the period after September 25 2020. The board will discuss the superintendent’s recommendation and may take action to adopt the plan. Public comment will be accepted virtually with a two‑minute limit per speaker.

• Approval of agenda
• Superintendent update on operational and legislative matters
• Presentation of 2020‑2021 School Plan after September 25 2020
• General public comment (virtual, 2‑minute limit per speaker)
• Board discussion and possible action on the school plan

The Board approved a learning model effective September 28 through December 17, 2020. The plan includes full-time in-person learning for preschool and elementary students, and a hybrid model for middle and high school students, while maintaining a remote option for all families.

• Approved 2020-2021 School Plan after September 25 (5-0)
• Authorized Superintendent to modify the plan based on public health data and other criteria (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will vote on authorizing a $1,193,820 purchase of HP servers and network storage for datacenter infrastructure. It also will consider resolutions opposing Colorado ballot initiatives #116 and #117 and enter executive session to discuss real estate matters regarding 13.5 acres south of the ESC. Several monitoring reports on student treatment, financial condition, and employment policies are scheduled for board action.

• RFP 20-026: $1,193,820 for HP Servers and Network Storage equipment
• Resolution in opposition to Ballot Initiative #116
• Resolution in opposition to Ballot Initiative #117
• Executive session to discuss 13.5 acres south of the ESC (real estate and legal advice)
• Approval of minutes from February, March, June, and August 2020 meetings

The Board of Education approved a significant purchase of IT infrastructure and recognized classified employees. The meeting also included detailed reports on school attendance, staffing challenges, and COVID-19 testing data during the transition to online and pod-based learning.

• Approved $1,193,820 for HP Servers and Network Storage equipment (5-0)
• Approved agenda as stated (5-0)
• Approved minutes for meetings on Feb 19, March 4, June 17, and Aug 12, 2020 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring October 5–9, 2020, as Classified Employee Week (5-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board will vote on a resolution defining 'Educational Process' for the upcoming school year and consider waiving college/career competency requirements for the class of 2021. They will also discuss CASB resolutions for the 2021 legislative session and approve personnel actions. The meeting is remote due to the pandemic.

• Resolution to Define 'Educational Process' for the 2020-2021 School Year
• Graduation Requirements waiver for Class of 2021 (credit requirement kept, competency requirement waived)
• Personnel Actions including resignations, transfers, employment, and leaves of absence
• Discussion of CASB Resolutions for 2021 Legislative Session
• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2020 and July 29, 2020 special meetings

The Board approved the meeting agenda and received updates on the implementation of Learning Pods and revised public health guidelines. The Superintendent announced that online instruction would begin August 27 and Learning Pods would begin August 31.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board of Education will receive a presentation from Tri-County Health on COVID-19 trends and the superintendent's recommendation for the 2020-2021 school plan, followed by a vote to approve the plan. The meeting also includes a consent agenda item for a School Health Professional Grant application and adoption of prior meeting minutes. Public comment is available online.

• Superintendent's recommendation for 2020-2021 School Plan (action vote)
• Presentation by Dr. John Douglas Jr., Executive Director of Tri-County Health, on COVID-19 case numbers
• Consent agenda: approval of School Health Professional Grant Program application (CDE form)
• Adoption of minutes from the January 15, 2020 regular board meeting
• Future meetings: special meeting July 30 to continue school plan discussion

The Board of Education approved a plan to delay the return to school to August 27, 2020, with instruction provided via a remote learning model through September 25, 2020. Some elementary, K-8, and middle school buildings will offer no-cost 'Learning Pods' for students needing internet or a productive environment. The Board also approved a health professional grant application and the January 15, 2020, meeting minutes.

• Approved 2020-2021 school plan to start remote learning on August 27, 2020 (5-0)
• Approved School Health Professional Grant Program 'Program Assurances' form (5-0)
• Adopted January 15, 2020, regular board meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Canceled special meeting scheduled for July 30, 2020

Special Board of Education Meeting

The special meeting will act on several fiscal items, including approving the FY2020-2021 budget and appropriation, a supplemental FY2019-2020 budget, a resolution authorizing fee collection, and ratification of a certified employee contract. The board will also decide on a $770,000 purchase of online curriculum from Florida Virtual Academy and discuss fall planning for the 2020-2021 school year.

• Ratification of additional Certified Master Agreement language changes for employee contracts
• Adoption of FY 2020-2021 Budget Resolution and Appropriation Resolution
• Resolution authorizing collection of fees for the 2020-2021 school year
• Approval of $770,000 purchase of online curriculum licenses from Florida Virtual Academy
• Authorizing resolution for condemnation of 40,015 square feet for 126th Avenue improvements

The Board of Education approved the FY 2019-2020 Supplemental Budget and Appropriation Resolution totaling $976,619,039 and adopted the FY 2020-2021 Budget Resolution. The Board also ratified changes to the Certified Master Agreement and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved revised agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 6 and May 20, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Excused Director Jamey Lockley from voting on Certified Employee Master Agreement due to conflict of interest (4-0)
• Ratified Certified Master Agreement language changes from June negotiations (4-0)
• Adopted FY 2019-2020 Supplemental Budget and Appropriation Resolution of $976,619,039 (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2020-2021 Budget Resolution (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board of Education will discuss a proposed resolution supporting repeal of the Gallagher Amendment and receive an update on the 2020-2021 budget. The board is also set to vote on revisions to charter school policy and a seventh amendment for the purchase of 13.5 acres near the Education Support Center (East Lake Station property). An executive session will be held for legal advice on CARES Act funding.

• Revised Operating Limitations Policy 2.9 Charter Schools (action)
• Seventh Amendment to Contract for Purchase and Sale of 13.5 acres south of ESC (East Lake Station) (action)
• Proposed Resolution in Support of Repealing the Gallagher Amendment (discussion)
• Proposed 2020-2021 Budget and Financial Plan Update (information)
• Executive session for legal advice on CARES Act funding

The Board approved the meeting agenda and entered an executive session to receive legal advice regarding CARES Act funding. The Superintendent provided updates on budget stability, pandemic-related school planning for August, and tentative agreements on compensation items.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved recess for executive session to receive legal advice on CARES Act funding (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board of Education will hold a remote meeting, starting with an executive session to discuss real estate matters regarding 13.5 acres south of the ESC. The board will then hear public comment on the proposed FY2020-2021 budget for up to 30 minutes, followed by a budget update. Other items include reports on the Stargate School, a charter policy review, a dyslexia/literacy update, and fall 2020-2021 planning.

• Executive session to discuss real estate and legal advice on 13.5 acres south of the ESC (East Lake Station)
• Public comment and update on the Proposed 2020-2021 Budget and Financial Plan
• Status report from Stargate School per its charter contract
• Review of revisions to Board Policy 2.9 Charter Schools proposed by the DAC Charter Review Subcommittee
• Discussion of Fall 2020-2021 Planning options and implications

The Board approved the meeting agenda and convened an executive session to discuss legal advice and real estate matters regarding 13.5 acres south of East Lake Station. The meeting included reports on fall school restarting plans, budget updates, and a progress report from Stargate School.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved recess for executive session to discuss 13.5 acres south of ESC (5-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board of Education holds a remote special meeting. They will discuss and potentially approve the proposed 2020-2021 budget, a certified employee contract, resolutions supporting a state tax ballot initiative and declaring National Gun Violence Awareness Day, and a TABOR emergency tax resolution. The meeting also includes public comment and an executive session on negotiations and legal matters.

• Proposed 2020-2021 budget and financial plan (information/discussion)
• Ratification of certified employee master agreement contract changes
• Resolution in support of Ballot Initiative #271: Fair Tax Colorado
• Resolution declaring June 5, 2020 National Gun Violence Awareness Day
• Discussion on proposed TABOR Emergency Tax Resolution

The Board of Education ratified the Certified Master Agreement following a 99% approval rate from the District Twelve Educators Association. The Board also adopted a resolution in support of Ballot Initiative #271 to address K-12 funding shortfalls. Additionally, a framework was announced to bring central office staff back to work starting June 8, 2020.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Ratified Certified Master Agreement changes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution in Support of Ballot Initiative #271 - Fair Tax Colorado

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will discuss Ballot Initiative #271 (Fair Tax Colorado) and a resolution regarding a TABOR emergency tax. They will also receive monitoring reports on financial condition and management planning, and approve consent agenda items including personnel actions. The meeting is remote and viewable on YouTube.

• Discussion of Ballot Initiative #271 (Fair Tax Colorado)
• Resolution on TABOR Emergency Tax
• Internal Monitoring Report: Financial Condition and Activities (Jul 2018–Mar 2019)
• Long Range Planning Advisory Committee presentation
• Consent agenda: personnel actions (resignations, transfers, employment, leaves)

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda. The Superintendent provided updates on summer programming for child care and special needs, athletics protocols, and the receipt of $18.9 million in CARES Act funding.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will hold a remote meeting with an executive session to discuss real estate and legal advice for the 13.5-acre East Lake Station property. In public session, they will consider approving a $1,411,409 contract for ESC front parking lot improvements, and may take action on the East Lake Station property following executive session. Other business includes a superintendent update, board comments, a discussion on 2021 state budget advocacy, and consent agenda items for personnel actions.

• ESC Parking Lot Replacement – $1,411,409 construction contract
• Possible action on East Lake Station Property (13.5 acres south of ESC)
• Executive session on real estate and legal advice regarding East Lake Station
• Discussion on 2021 State Budget Advocacy process
• Consent agenda including personnel actions (resignations, transfers, employment, leaves, non-renewals)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will vote on a resolution granting the superintendent emergency powers to address COVID-19 issues. They will discuss and potentially approve a letter to the congressional delegation supporting increased SNAP benefits and food access. Consent agenda includes approval of personnel actions and instructional materials.

• Resolution granting Superintendent emergency powers for COVID-19
• Letter to congressional delegation supporting SNAP benefit increases and food access during pandemic
• Approval of personnel actions (resignations, transfers, employment, leaves)
• Adoption of district instructional materials for science and social studies

The Board of Education approved a resolution granting the Superintendent temporary authority to waive certain policies, adjust graduation requirements, and enter into emergency contracts without board approval. The Board also approved a letter to the Adams County Congressional Delegation and routine personnel and instructional material actions.

• Approved Resolution Granting the Superintendent Emergency Powers to Address COVID-19 Issues (5-0)
• Approved letter from Adams County Commissioners to Adams County Congressional Delegation (5-0)
• Approved Personnel Actions including resignations, terminations, transfers, employment, and leaves of absence (5-0)
• Adopted District and school selected instructional materials (5-0)
• Approved revised agenda (5-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board held a remote special meeting to adopt revised bylaws and the 2019‑2020 District Unified Improvement Plan. Members discussed a resolution granting emergency powers for COVID‑19 response and approved a Fifth Amendment to the contract for purchasing 13.5 acres south of the East Lake Station property. A consent agenda approved recent personnel actions and the district’s instructional materials.

• Adopt revised Board of Education Bylaws
• Adopt 2019‑2020 District Unified Improvement Plan
• Approve Fifth Amendment to Contract for Purchase and Sale of 13.5 acres south of East Lake Station
• Approve personnel actions (resignations, hires, transfers, leaves) for March and April 2020
• Adopt district and school instructional materials

The Board of Education approved revised bylaws and the 2019-2020 District Unified Improvement Plan. The Superintendent provided updates on remote learning, food distribution, and fiscal deficits. A resolution regarding emergency powers for COVID-19 was discussed but deferred to the April 15 meeting.

• Approved revised Board of Education Bylaws (5-0)
• Adopted 2019-2020 District Unified Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Approved Fifth Amendment to Contract for Purchase and Sale of East Lake Station Property (vote tally incomplete)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

This regular meeting includes an executive session to discuss real estate and negotiations for 13.5 acres south of the Educational Support Center (East Lake Station). The board will also receive a bond update, consider approving the Administrative 110/110 Option for 2020-2021, and vote on a resolution delegating authority for employee benefit plans. Additionally, a resolution for a March 19 Day of Action will be discussed.

• Executive session for real estate negotiations on 13.5 acres near ESC (East Lake Station)
• Bond update from Dorland/Gdowski
• Proposal to approve Administrative 110/110 Option for 2020-2021 fiscal year
• Resolution to delegate authority for employee benefit plans (403(b), 457, etc.)
• Resolution for March 19 Day of Action

The Board of Education approved a resolution supporting employees participating in the March 19th Day of Action and urged the Colorado General Assembly to increase K-12 funding. The Board also adopted minutes from a January 8, 2020, special meeting. Superintendent Gdowski reported on potential teacher position reductions due to declining enrollment and budget challenges.

• Approved resolution supporting March 19th Day of Action (5-0)
• Adopted minutes of January 8, 2020 special Board meetings (5-0)
• Approved agenda as stated (5-0)
• Approved recess for executive session to discuss real estate and employee benefit plans (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will recess for an executive session to receive legal advice on eminent domain for road access to Future Forward at Washington Square. They will also consider a resolution affirming the importance of the 2020 Census. Other business includes approval of minutes, delegation of authority to the superintendent, and monitoring reports on graduates, dropouts, and financial condition. A budget update for the 2020-2021 fiscal year will be presented.

• Executive session to discuss eminent domain case for road access to Future Forward at Washington Square
• Proposed resolution supporting the 2020 Census
• Delegation of authority to superintendent to execute documents
• Internal monitoring reports on Ends Policy 1.2 Graduates and 1.2.1 Dropouts
• 2020-2021 Budget Update (informational)

The Board of Education adopted a resolution delegating authority to the Superintendent to execute documents for real property, products, services, and grants. The Board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 18, 2019.

• Approved agenda with addition of 2020 Census resolution (4-0)
• Approved recess for executive session regarding eminent domain case for Future Forward at Washington Square (4-0)
• Adopted minutes of the December 18, 2019 meeting (4-0)
• Adopted resolution delegating authority to Superintendent to execute documents for real property, products, services, and grants (4-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will hold an executive session to discuss real estate and negotiations for 13.5 acres south of the ESC (East Lake Station), receive legal advice on existing oil and gas leases, and discuss eminent domain for road access to Future Forward at Washington Square. In open session, the board will receive updates on comprehensive health education including sexual and reproductive health, nutrition services, and a resolution on the 2020 Census. The board will also consider approval of minutes, revised policy 4.6 on board liaisons and committees, and consent agenda items including personnel actions.

• Executive session on 13.5 acres south of ESC (East Lake Station), oil/gas leases, and eminent domain for Future Forward at Washington Square
• Comprehensive health education update including sexual and reproductive health curriculum
• Nutrition services update on school lunch meal times, quality, and sustainability
• Resolution on 2020 Census
• Revised Governance Process Policy 4.6 on Board Liaisons and Committees

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 4 and December 17, 2019. Members discussed cost increases for the ESC east parking lot expansion and received updates on sewer and drainage coordination with the City of Thornton.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Adopted minutes for December 4, 2019 and December 17, 2019 meetings (4-0)
• Approved IGMP authorization for Adolphson and Peterson at $1.5 million for ESC parking lot expansion

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will vote on an amended FY2019-2020 budget and appropriation resolution, and consider purchasing twelve propane-powered 77-passenger buses for a career and technical education expansion. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate matters regarding 9.6 acres at 126th & Washington St. Other items include adoption of revised board bylaws, a status update from Stargate School, and discussion of bell time changes and district spending priorities.

• Vote on Amended FY2019-20 Budget and Appropriation Resolution
• Executive session to discuss 9.6 acres at 126th & Washington St. for real estate and legal advice
• Consider purchase of twelve propane-powered 77-passenger buses for CTE expansion
• Adoption of revised Board Bylaws
• Midyear report from Stargate School (charter school)

The Board of Education adopted an amended budget and appropriation resolution for FY 2019-2020. Members also approved the purchase of 12 propane-powered buses and adopted revised Board Bylaws. The Board discussed potential changes to school bell times, with a final decision expected in February.

• Adopted Amended FY 2019-2020 Budget and Appropriation Resolution (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 12 propane powered full-size 77-passenger buses (5-0)
• Adopted revised Board Bylaws (5-0)
• Adopted minutes from October 16 and November 20, 2019 meetings (5-0)
• Approved Personnel Actions including resignations, transfers, and employment (5-0)
• Acknowledged monitoring report for Policy 2.5 Asset Protection (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting/Retreat

This special board meeting is a retreat focused on reviewing the Policy Governance Model, discussing board and superintendent governance best practices, and establishing board operating agreements and processes. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily discussion and information.

• Policy Governance Model presentation by Matt Cook
• Discussion of Adams 12 vision for policy governance moving forward
• Review of Board & Superintendent Governance Best Practices
• Discussion of Board Operating Agreements and Board Processes
• Future agenda items include budget update, amended FY 2019-20 budget resolution, and bell times discussion

The Board of Education held a special meeting and retreat focused on the Policy Governance Model and operating agreements. No substantive policy changes or budget decisions were recorded; the only formal action taken was the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will meet to discuss real estate matters regarding 9.6 acres at 126th & Washington St. and review the Unified Improvement Plan for Rocky Mountain Elementary School. Additional discussions include updates on retirement plans, CTE expansion, and potential changes to school bell times.

• Executive session regarding 9.6 acres at 126th & Washington St.
• Approval of the Rocky Mountain Elementary School Unified Improvement Plan
• Youth Initiative of Adams County partnership presentation
• CTE expansion update
• Discussion of bell schedule scenarios

The Board of Education approved the Unified Improvement Plan for Rocky Mountain Elementary School and authorized personnel actions. The Board also discussed retirement plan consolidation and potential CTE transportation expansions.

• Approved Unified Improvement Plan for Rocky Mountain Elementary School (4-0)
• Approved Personnel Actions including resignations, transfers, and employment (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved recess for executive session to discuss real estate at 126th & Washington St. (4-0)