Adams 14 Education District public meetings in 2025
31 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Adams 14 Board of Education will meet to appoint an Assistant Secretary and Assistant Treasurer. The board is also reviewing several consent items, including technology purchases and a superintendent performance report.
- Bond agreement for a new playground at Sanville Preschool for $248,299.00
- Purchase of Lenovo Desktops from Bluum for $34,200.00
- Imagine Learning agreement for 360 licenses for $30,600.00
- Chromebook repair parts from Chromebook Solutions for $23,944.44
- Acceptance of Superintendent Performance Report End 4, EL-7, and EL-8
Adams 14 Board of Education - 2025 Colorado Association of School Boards (DECEMBER 11-13)
The Adams 14 Board of Education is attending a professional learning convention from December 11-13, 2025. The board stated the event is for professional development and will not be used to conduct public business or engage in formal action.
- Attendance at the Colorado Association of School Boards Convention (December 11-13, 2025)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session/Special Meeting (5:30pm)
The Board of Education will hold a study session to discuss financial monitoring and bond transparency. During the special meeting, the Board will consider approving financial accreditation assurances and the 2025-2026 mill levy certification.
- Approval of Financial Accreditation Assurances for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
- Approval of Mill Levy Certification 2025-2026
- Summit Heights cost review discussion
- Bond Transparency Committee update
- Superintendent monitoring report on financial well-being
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Board of Education will swear in elected members and hold elections for Board President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. The body will also consider a proclamation recognizing Native American Heritage Month.
- Election of Board President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer
- Swearing in of elected board members
- Proclamation recognizing Native American Heritage Month
- Executive session for legal advice regarding Board Compensation and Kim Litigation
- Approval of meeting minutes from October 20, October 21, October 29, and November 5, 2025
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session and Special Meeting (5:30pm)
The Adams 14 Board of Education will discuss bond transparency reports, governance policies for board committees, director compensation, and federal funding impacts during a study session. The board will also vote on amending Superintendent Dr. Karla Loria’s contract, approving a three-year agreement with the Certified Teachers Association, and renewing employee contracts for the 2026-2027 school year.
- Amendments to Superintendent Dr. Karla Loria’s contract
- Three-year agreement with Certified Teachers Association (expires June 30, 2029)
- Approval of employee contracts and agreements for 2026-2027 school year
- Bond Transparency Committee report and tracking documents
- Governance principles for board committees (GP-6 and GP-7)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Special Meeting (5:00PM) CANCELED
The Adams 14 Board of Education’s special meeting scheduled for October 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM was canceled. No decisions or discussions took place as the meeting did not occur.
Adams 14 Board of Education - Special Meeting (5:00PM)
The Board of Education is convening a special meeting to enter an executive session. The session will cover legal advice and personnel matters, specifically regarding contracts.
- Executive session regarding Superintendent’s Contract
- Executive session regarding Admin Personnel Contracts
- Executive session regarding Union Contract Vote
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Board of Education will meet to discuss legal advice regarding a Harm Reduction Center, the Urban Renewal Authority, and the Memorial Day Parade. The public meeting includes several proclamations and the recognition of two alumni.
- Executive session for legal advice on Harm Reduction Center, Urban Renewal Authority, and Memorial Day Parade
- National Principals Month Proclamation
- Indigenous Peoples' Day Proclamation
- National Bullying Prevention Month Proclamation
- 14ER in Action award for Josiah Jimenez and Luis Solis
Adams 14 Board of Education - Special Meeting (4:30PM)
The Board of Education is convening a special meeting to enter an executive session. The purpose of the session is to discuss personnel matters specifically regarding the Superintendent’s evaluation.
- Executive session for Superintendent’s evaluation per C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(f)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session (5:30pm)
The Board of Education will hold a study session to discuss the audit and adoption process for K-12 math curriculum. Members will also review board governance policies, director qualifications, and state law regarding compensation for board members.
- Audit and adoption process of K-12 math curriculum
- Bond Transparency Committee report
- Review of board governance policies GP-6 and GP-7
- Discussion of Colorado state law (C.R.S. 22-32-104) regarding board director compensation
- Board of Education director background checks and qualifications
Adams 14 Board of Education - Special Meeting (3:30PM)
The Adams 14 Board of Education held a special meeting that focused entirely on procedural and personnel matters. No substantive decisions were listed on the agenda; the only action was adjourning the meeting.
- Executive session for superintendent’s evaluation under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(f)
- Motion to adjourn
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Adams 14 Board of Education will meet to discuss personnel actions and approve community proclamations. The board is also considering a contract addendum to support college readiness at Adams City High School.
- Proposed $100,000 contract addendum for Inspire (total aggregate $175,000) funded by COSI grant
- Proclamation recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 - Oct 15, 2025)
- Proclamation for National Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month
- Approval of personnel actions
- Approval of August 19, 2025 regular meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session
The Adams 14 Board of Education study session will discuss updates on state accountability progress, superintendent monitoring reports, bond project spending, district improvement strategies, and community engagement efforts. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
- CDE Accountability Progress Monitoring Update
- Board Ends 1 & 2 Superintendent Monitoring Report discussion
- Bond Projects Overview & Bond Premium Dollars Discussion
- District and Campus Unified Improvement Plan and Major Improvement Strategies
- Students, Staff, Teachers, Parents Board Linkages discussion
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Adams 14 Board of Education will vote on several routine items including an intergovernmental agreement for the November 4, 2025 election and a $30,600 contract with McClellan Coaching and Consulting for board communications. The board will also ratify federal education funding assurances and approve minutes from prior meetings.
- Approve intergovernmental agreement for November 4, 2025 Coordinated Election with Adams County Clerk and Recorder
- Ratify FY2025-26 ESEA Consolidated Programs application and ESEA General Assurances Form
- Approve $30,600 McClellan Coaching and Consulting Board Communications Agreement for 2025-2026
- Approve Resolution 25-010 to join Centennial State Liquid Investment Pool
- Approve minutes from June 12 and June 26, 2025 meetings
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session
The Adams 14 Board of Education held a study session to discuss bond project updates, staffing reports, governance policies, and professional development budget. No decisions were made; these items were presented for informational purposes only.
- Bond projects overview and bond premium dollars discussion
- Staffing report update for 2025
- Review of ENDS and executive limitations language (GP-8-E)
- Board budget discussion for professional development
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session (5:30pm) | Special Meeting
The Adams 14 Board of Education will hold a study session and special meeting to discuss and vote on key financial items for the 2025-26 fiscal year, including the proposed budget, use of beginning fund balance, and interfund borrowing. The board will also approve vendor contracts, funding applications for special education programs, and the 2025-26 meeting calendar.
- Approve FY 2025-26 budget appropriations (Resolution 25-007)
- Authorize use of beginning fund balance for non-recurring expenditures (Resolution 25-008)
- Approve interfund borrowing resolution for FY 2025-26 (Resolution 25-009)
- Approve 2025-26 vendor approval list for contracted services
- Approve IDEA Part B and Preschool funding applications
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Board of Education will meet to discuss personnel actions and approve several proclamations. The meeting includes an executive session to address legal advice, property transactions, and negotiations.
- Approval of $2,777.00 for Adams City High School Cheer squad to attend Universal Cheerleaders Association Camp
- Juneteenth Day proclamation
- LGBTQ+ Pride Month proclamation
- Executive session regarding UPrep litigation and property transactions for Kearney Middle School, Adams City Middle School, HOPE Center, and Fire Department land
- Executive session negotiations with TNTP, Inc, Salud Family Health, and Kids in Need of Dentistry (KIND)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session (5:30 PM)
The Board of Education will hold a study session to review the updated 2025-2026 academic year budget and employee agreements. The session includes a presentation of recommendations from the District Accountability Committee (DAC) and a review of the 2025-2026 meeting schedule.
- 2025-2026 budget update
- Certified and classified employee agreements for 2025-2026
- DAC recommendations for facilitator training and subcommittee structures
- DAC request for participation in the Conflict Center Project
- Proposed 2025-2026 Board of Education meeting schedule
Adams 14 Board of Education - Special Meeting (10:00 a.m.)
The Adams 14 Board of Education will hold a virtual special meeting on May 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The agenda includes procedural items such as a call to order, roll call, and approval of the agenda. The board will also consider an action item regarding Craig Kim's appeal of restricted access.
- Vote on Craig Kim's appeal of restricted access
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Board of Education will meet to receive legal advice regarding UPrep and Craig Kim litigation and discuss cabinet contracts in executive session. The public meeting includes several proclamations for appreciation days and staff recognition.
- Executive session for legal advice on UPrep Litigation and Craig Kim Litigation Threat
- Executive session regarding Cabinet Contracts
- Proclamation of May 1, 2025, as National School Principals Day
- Proclamation of May 1, 2025, as National Interpreter Appreciation Day
- Proclamation of May 5, 2025, as Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session (5:30pm) | Special Meeting
The Adams 14 Board of Education will hold a study session to discuss bond updates, curriculum recommendations, and district communication. The special meeting includes votes on a new school construction contract and staff reductions.
- Proposed $3,525,000 contract with MOA, Inc. for architecture services for a new junior high school
- Resolution No. 2025-HR-01 to declare a reduction in force for the Printer Specialist position effective June 30, 2025
- Re-authorization of Central Elementary School as a community school (Resolution 25-006)
- Executive session to receive legal advice on specific questions (DAC)
- Discussion of Curriculum Review Committee recommendations for ELA_SLA
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Adams 14 Board of Education held a regular meeting that included an executive session for property and personnel matters, followed by routine procedural items and several recognitions. The board voted to proclaim April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month and approved resolutions recognizing National Assistant Principals Week and National Arab American Heritage Month. No substantive decisions on contracts, fees, or ordinances were listed.
- Motion to proclaim April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month
- Motion to proclaim April 7–11, 2025 as National Assistant Principals Week
- Motion to approve Arab American Heritage Month Resolution for April 2025
- Executive session for property transactions (old ACHS cafeteria land) and personnel matters
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Joint Meeting with the City of Commerce City (6:00 p.m.)
The Adams 14 Board of Education and the City of Commerce City are meeting to share updates on district initiatives and city projects. The bodies will discuss how to structure future meetings and explore joint community-building activities. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.
- Update of district initiatives
- Update of city projects and community collaborations
- Discussion on restructuring meeting frequency and format
- Discussion on joint community-building activities
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session
The Board of Education will conduct a study session to discuss several district updates. The meeting includes information on finance, school improvement, and naming processes. No final decisions are scheduled for these items.
- Dual language update
- Naming Committee presentation regarding Monaco and Junior High
- Central Innovation Plan discussion
- Finance update including FY26 Budget Presentation and 2024 Financial Statements Audit
- School improvement process for all students
Adams 14 Board of Education - Special Meeting (Virtual) (4:30 p.m.)
The Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting to review business items. The primary action item is the approval of a public funding resolution.
- Approval of Public Funding Resolution 25-004
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (5:30pm)
The Adams 14 Board of Education will review several high-value contracts for school furnishings and athletic field improvements. The board is also asked to proclaim National School Social Work Week and approve personnel actions.
- Meteor Education contract up to $6,300,000 for school furniture and equipment removal
- FieldTurf, USA Inc. contract for $2,575,999 for athletic field turf and track resurfacing
- Musco Sports Lighting, LLC. contract for $1,198,700 for LED lighting at athletic fields
- CDWG contract for $34,933.24 for a Synology DP74000 Backup Appliance
- Proclamation of March 3-7, 2025, as National School Social Work Week
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Work Session
The Board of Education is holding a work session to conduct the sale of bonds. The meeting will take place at the Butler Snow Building in Denver.
- Sale of the Bonds
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session
The Adams 14 Board of Education held a study session to discuss community schools, receive a Colorado Department of Education update, and review board goals and attendance data. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda.
- Community Schools Update Presentation reviewed
- CDE/SBOE update provided by Assistant Commissioner Lindsey Jaeckel
- Board stepback/ends goals and strategic planning priorities discussed
- Chronic absenteeism and attendance performance data reviewed
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Adams 14 Board of Education held a regular meeting where it approved three proclamations: National School Counseling Week (Feb 3-7, 2025), Black History Month (February 2025), and Career and Technical Education Month (February 2025). The board also moved into an executive session for legal advice and security arrangements before the meeting opened with procedural items.
- Approved National School Counseling Week Proclamation (Feb 3-7, 2025)
- Approved Black History Month Proclamation (February 2025)
- Approved Career and Technical Education Month Proclamation (February 2025)
- Executive session for legal advice and security arrangements (C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(B) and (D))
- Agenda approved unanimously
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Study Session (5:30pm) | Special Meeting
The Board of Education is meeting to discuss bond issuance and a data matrix. The body is deciding whether to approve Resolution 25-003 to amend appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
- Approval of Resolution 25-003 appropriating $107,415,515 to the General Fund
- Approval of Resolution 25-003 appropriating $113,900,000 to the Building Fund
- Approval of Resolution 25-003 appropriating $22,754,382 to the Bond Redemption Fund
- Discussion regarding bond issuance
- Discussion regarding Grupo Tlaloc Danza Azteca
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Adams 14 Board of Education - Regular Meeting (6:30pm)
The Adams 14 Board of Education met to approve personnel actions and ratify an emergency contract increase for student assessments. The board also held an executive session to discuss real estate, the superintendent's evaluation, and bond processes.
- Ratification of $37,500 emergency purchase with Imagine Learning for CLDE assessments, increasing the total contract to $167,750
- Executive session regarding the old Alsup property real estate update
- Executive session for the superintendent's evaluation
- Executive session regarding the bond process and interviews
- Approval of personnel actions