Academy School District 20 public meetings in 2020
31 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy School District 20 Board of Education will approve the meeting agenda and then approve a series of consent agenda items covering administrative, classified, and teaching staff matters as well as the November 19, 2020 meeting minutes. The board will also discuss the Ends 1.1 Knowledge and Skills Monitoring Report and the EL 2.4 Financial Condition and Activities report, allowing members to comment or request more information. Additional items include a recognition of Bridges Graduation, a board dinner, and public comment time.
- Approval of the agenda for the December 10, 2020 regular meeting
- Approval of all consent agenda items (Resolutions 297-20 through 302-20) and November 19, 2020 minutes
- Discussion of Ends 1.1 Knowledge and Skills Monitoring Report (August 2019 – May 2020)
- Discussion of EL 2.4 Financial Condition and Activities monitoring report
- Recognition of Bridges Graduation and board dinner
The Board of Education approved a series of personnel resolutions covering licensed administrative, classified, and teaching staff. Superintendent Tom Gregory provided a timeline for determining the spring semester return-to-school plans.
- Approved Agenda for December 10, 2020 meeting (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 297-20 regarding administrative licensed staff appointments and resignations
- Approved Resolution 298-20 regarding administrative classified staff resignations
- Approved Resolution 299-20 regarding staff specialist appointments
- Approved Resolution 300-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments and resignations
- Approved Resolution 301-20 regarding licensed support and special services provider appointments
- Approved Resolution 302-20 regarding classified staff appointments
ARCHIVED District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting Agenda
The District Accountability Committee (DAC) meets to discuss an update on COVID isolations and quarantines, a preview of resource priorities for January, choice enrollment data from the October count, and updates on bond-funded building projects. All items are informational or discussion-only; no decisions are being voted on at this meeting.
- Isolations and Quarantines Update by Ms. Allan (COVID-19 protocols)
- Resource Priorities Preview by Ms. Allan (January meeting reminder)
- Choice Information by Dr. Smith (October Count and Choice Update)
- Site Plan and SIP Debrief by Dr. Smith (school improvement planning)
- Building Project Update by Mr. Reitwiesner (bond projects update)
The District Accountability Committee approved the minutes from the November 17, 2020 meeting. The session primarily consisted of administrative updates regarding COVID-19 protocols, school enrollment trends, and bond project progress.
- Approved November 17, 2020 DAC meeting minutes (Unanimous)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy District 20 Board of Education will meet in person at 6 p.m. on November 19, 2020, at the Education and Administration Center. Key agenda items include a proposal to name the new elementary school #21 as Encompass Heights Elementary School, acceptance of the fiscal year 2019-20 audit report, and approval of personnel actions for staff and teachers. The board will also receive an annual monitoring report from The Classical Academy charter school.
- Resolution 291-20 to name Elementary School #21 as Encompass Heights Elementary School
- Resolution 292-20 to accept the audit report for fiscal year 2019-20 from CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
- Consent agenda including resolutions for staff specialist, licensed teachers, licensed support, and classified staff
- Annual monitoring report from The Classical Academy (TCA) covering governance, academics, operations, and finance
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes; written comments may be submitted to board secretary
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and several personnel resolutions regarding resignations and appointments. Superintendent Tom Gregory announced a transition to 100% remote learning for secondary students and a move to remote asynchronous learning for elementary students starting November 30 due to staffing shortages caused by COVID-19 quarantines.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 287-20 regarding staff specialist resignations
- Approved Resolution 288-20 regarding licensed teacher resignations
- Approved Resolution 289-20 regarding licensed support staff resignations
- Approved Resolution 290-20 regarding classified staff appointments
ARCHIVED District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting Agenda
The District Accountability Committee will approve October minutes, receive a budget subcommittee update, and hear a mental health update. The main activity is reviewing site plans, school performance frameworks, and unified improvement plans for each school in eight breakout teams.
- Approval of October 2020 minutes
- Budget subcommittee update by Mrs. Hester
- Mental health update by Mrs. Lang and Mrs. Hinson
- District Improvement Plan review by Mrs. Patterson
- Breakout team reviews of site plans, SPFs, and UIPs for all schools
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Board of Education is reviewing the District Improvement Plan and receiving an update on the naming process for Elementary School #21. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering various personnel matters and staff assignments.
- District Improvement Plan submission due April 15, 2021
- Naming of Elementary School #21 update
- Resolution 283-20: Approval of matters relating to licensed teaching staff
- Resolution 284-20: Approval of matters relating to licensed support and special services staff
- Resolution 285-20: Approval of matters relating to classified staff
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and several resolutions regarding staff appointments, transfers, and resignations. The meeting included public comments regarding COVID-19 safety protocols and reports on student achievements and district health awards.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 283-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments, transfers, and resignations
- Approved Resolution 284-20 regarding licensed support and special services provider resignations
- Approved Resolution 285-20 regarding classified staff appointments
ARCHIVED District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting Agenda
The Academy D20 District Accountability Committee will meet to discuss the building fund update, retail and residential growth projections, and a budget overview for 2019-2020. The committee will also receive a security and transportation update and break into accreditation review teams to evaluate school site plans and performance frameworks. The meeting is largely informational with no formal votes recorded.
- Approval of September 2020 minutes
- Building Fund Update presented by Mr. Reitwiesner with bond projects update
- D20 Projections for Retail & Residential Growth presented by Mr. Smith
- Budget Overview & 2019-2020 Expenditure Review presented by Ms. Allan
- Security and Transportation Update presented by Mr. Grady
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 15, 2020 meeting. The session primarily consisted of reports regarding building fund projects, retail and residential growth projections, and security protocols.
- Approved September 15, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Board of Education will meet in person at the EAC (1110 Chapel Hills Drive) with social distancing and masks required. It will consider and approve a consent agenda including resolutions for administrative, licensed, and classified staff changes, and accept monitoring reports for executive limitation policies. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes, and written comments may be submitted but not read aloud.
- Spotlight on Timberview MS and Edith Wolford ES
- Approval of Resolution 263-20 for administrative staff changes
- Approval of Resolution 267-20 accepting EL 2.0 Global Executive Constraint monitoring report
- Approval of Resolution 269-20 accepting EL 2.3 Treatment of Staff monitoring report
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes
The Board of Education approved a series of resolutions regarding administrative, licensed, and classified staff appointments, transfers, and resignations. The Board also accepted monitoring reports and evaluations certifying the Superintendent's compliance with Global Executive Constraint and Treatment of Staff policies.
- Approved agenda for October 15, 2020 meeting
- Approved administrative licensed staff resignations and appointments (Resolution 263-20)
- Approved licensed teacher appointments, transfers, and resignations (Resolution 264-20)
- Approved licensed support and special services provider resignations (Resolution 265-20)
- Approved classified staff appointments, transfers, and resignations (Resolution 266-20)
- Accepted EL 2.0 Global Executive Constraint monitoring report (Resolution 267-20)
- Approved Monitoring Report Evaluation for EL 2.0 Global Executive Constraint (Resolution 268-20)
- Accepted and approved monitoring report and evaluation for EL 2.3 Treatment of Staff (Resolutions 269-20, 270-20)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Board of Education met to approve various consent agenda items including licensed and classified staff matters. The meeting also included discussions regarding district accountability membership and operational performance monitoring.
- Resolution 258-20: Approval of matters relating to licensed teaching staff
- Resolution 259-20: Approval of matters relating to classified staff
- Resolution 260-20: Amended District Accountability Committee (DAC) membership
- Monitoring Report for Policy EL 2.0 Global Executive Constraint
- Monitoring Report for Policy EL 2.3 Treatment of Staff
The Board of Education approved a series of personnel changes for licensed and classified staff. Additionally, the Board approved amended membership for the District Accountability Committee (DAC).
- Approved agenda for October 1, 2020 meeting
- Approved Resolution 258-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments
- Approved Resolution 259-20 regarding classified staff appointments, transfers, resignations, and one termination
- Approved Resolution 260-20 amending District Accountability Committee (DAC) membership
- Approved Board of Education meeting minutes from September 17, 2020
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Board of Education meeting on September 17, 2020, includes procedural items, public comments, and a consent agenda. Action items include approval of resolutions for licensed and classified staff, and a monitoring report on treatment of parents and the general public. Superintendent reports cover the 2020 Summer School program and a Residential Development Analysis.
- Approval of Resolution 253-20 for licensed teacher matters
- Approval of Resolution 254-20 for licensed support/special services staff
- Approval of Resolution 255-20 for classified staff
- Acceptance of EL 2.2 monitoring report on treatment of parents and general public
- Information report on 2020 Residential Development Analysis in the district
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and several personnel resolutions. These resolutions included the appointment of licensed teachers, classified staff, and retiree contracts, as well as various staff resignations.
- Approved the meeting agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 253-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments, retiree contracts, and resignations
- Approved Resolution 254-20 regarding licensed support and special services provider resignations
- Approved Resolution 255-20 regarding classified staff appointments
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy School District 20 Board of Education met in person on September 3, 2020 at the EAC, 1110 Chapel Hills Drive. Members approved the agenda and then voted to approve every item on the consent agenda, including resolutions for staff specialist, licensed teaching, support services, classified staff, and the August 20, 2020 meeting minutes. The board also discussed the Executive Limitation 2.2 monitoring report and received a superintendent’s update on 2020 summer facility projects.
- Approval of Resolution 246-20 – matters relating to staff specialist staff
- Approval of Resolution 247-20 – matters relating to licensed teaching staff
- Approval of Resolution 248-20 – matters relating to licensed support and special services staff
- Approval of Resolution 249-20 – matters relating to classified staff
- Approval of Board of Education regular meeting minutes from August 20, 2020
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and several personnel resolutions. These resolutions included appointments, transfers, and resignations for specialist, licensed teaching, and licensed support staff.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 246-20 regarding staff specialist appointments
- Approved Resolution 247-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments, transfers, and resignations
- Approved Resolution 248-20 regarding licensed support and special services provider appointments
- Approved Resolution 249-20 regarding classified staff appointments
ARCHIVED District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting Agenda
The District Accountability Committee is meeting for routine procedural items including welcome, approval of May minutes, and updates on the building fund, title funding, assessment calendar, impact aid, and the Fair Campaign Act. No decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Approval of May 2020 DAC minutes
- Title Funding Update on ESSA grant
- Building Fund Update on bond projects
- Assessment Calendar presentation
- Impact Aid update and Fair Campaign Act legislative update
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 12, 2020 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of informational updates regarding Title funding, bond projects, the assessment calendar, and legislative updates.
- Approved May 12, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
This archived meeting was largely procedural, covering approval of the agenda, public comments, and a consent agenda of routine items. The board approved several resolutions related to staffing and accepted monitoring reports on student treatment and financial planning and budgeting.
- Resolution 236-20: Approval of matters relating to licensed teaching staff
- Resolution 237-20: Approval of matters relating to licensed support/special services providers
- Resolution 238-20: Approval of matters relating to classified staff
- Resolution 239-20 & 240-20: Acceptance of monitoring report and evaluation for EL 2.1 (Treatment of Students)
- Resolution 241-20 & 242-20: Acceptance of monitoring report and evaluation for EL 2.6 (Financial Planning and Budgeting)
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and three resolutions regarding staffing. These resolutions authorized various appointments, transfers, and resignations for licensed teachers, special services providers, and classified staff.
- Approved the August 20, 2020 meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 236-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments, transfers, and resignations
- Approved Resolution 237-20 regarding licensed support and special services provider appointments and resignations
- Approved Resolution 238-20 regarding classified staff appointments
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Board of Education met to approve several consent agenda items regarding personnel and governance. These actions included matters relating to administrative, teaching, support, and classified staff.
- Resolution 217-20: Approval of matters relating to administrative licensed staff
- Resolution 218-20: Approval of matters relating to licensed teaching staff
- Resolution 219-20: Approval of matters relating to licensed support and special services provider staff
- Resolution 220-20: Approval of matters relating to classified staff
- Resolution 221-20: Approval of annual GP 4.0 Governance Commitment
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy District 20 Board of Education held a virtual regular meeting on July 23, 2020, due to COVID-19 gathering limits. The board approved a consent agenda including multiple resolutions for classified, specialist, licensed, and support staff appointments, as well as prior meeting minutes. They also began monitoring three governance process policies (GP 4.0, 4.1, 4.2) with a compliance ruling scheduled for August 6, 2020.
- Approved Resolution 212-20 for administrative classified staff, Resolution 213-20 for specialist staff, Resolution 214-20 for licensed teachers, Resolution 215-20 for licensed support/special services, and Resolution 216-20 for classified staff
- Approved Board of Education Regular Meeting minutes from June 18, 2020
- Monitored Governance Policy GP 4.0 (Governance Commitment), GP 4.1 (Composition of the Board), and GP 4.2 (Governing Style and Values) with compliance ruling set for August 6, 2020
- Meeting conducted via teleconferencing/videoconferencing per Colorado Public Health Order 20-28 limiting gatherings to 10 people
- Public comments accepted via email with 400-word limit
The Board of Education approved the agenda for the July 23, 2020, regular meeting. A significant portion of the meeting consisted of public comments regarding COVID-19 return-to-school plans, masking, and online learning options.
- Approved the agenda for the July 23, 2020 Regular Meeting as amended (5-0)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy District 20 Board of Education approved the agenda and a consent agenda containing resolutions for administrative, licensed, classified, and specialist staff, along with monitoring reports for asset protection (EL 2.5) and the district calendar (EL 2.10). The meeting was held electronically due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted in writing.
- Approval of resolutions for administrative licensed, classified, specialist, licensed teaching, support, and classified staff
- Acceptance of Executive Limitations Policy EL 2.5 Asset Protection monitoring report certifying superintendent compliance
- Approval of Monitoring Report Evaluation (MRE) for EL 2.5 Asset Protection
- Acceptance of Executive Limitations Policy EL 2.10 District Calendar monitoring report
- Public comments submitted in writing to the Director of Communication by noon on meeting day
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2020-2021 budget. It will also consider a resolution to transfer $1,300,923.09 in unspent funds from several completed or near-completed building projects to the board contingency account. The consent agenda includes approvals of administrative and classified staff matters. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.
- Public hearing on FY 2020-2021 proposed budget
- Transfer of $1,300,923.09 in unspent building funds to board contingency from AAHS, DCCHS, HPES, LPES/CML, PIES, and RHS projects
- Approval of administrative licensed staff matters (Resolution 177-20)
- Approval of classified staff matters (Resolution 181-20)
- Approval of extra-pay position assignments for 2019/20 (Resolution 182-20)
The Board of Education approved several administrative and teaching staff personnel changes. A public hearing was held regarding the proposed FY 2020-2021 budget, with adoption scheduled for June 18.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved administrative licensed staff resignations for Kolette Back and Brandan Comfort
- Approved administrative licensed staff appointment for Kolette Back
- Approved administrative classified staff resignation for Jesse Hill
- Approved licensed teaching staff transfers for Brian Bennett, Stoney Black, and Carol Chroneos
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy District 20 Board of Education approved consent agenda items including a food service management contract with Sodexo America, LLC for fiscal year 2020-21 with optional renewals through 2025, and an appropriation up to $160,000 for asbestos removal at Village High School. The meeting was held electronically due to COVID-19. Public comments were accepted via email.
- Approved Resolution 173-20: food service contract with Sodexo America, LLC for 2020-21, with four optional renewals; Sodexo guarantees a minimum financial return of $346,546 in year one and a fixed fee of $3.093 per lunch.
- Approved Resolution 174-20: appropriation of up to $160,000 from the Building Fund for asbestos removal at Village High School (1355 Kelly Johnson Boulevard); contract with Colorado Hazard Control.
- Approved Resolution 168-20 (administrative staff), 169-20 (teachers), 170-20 (licensed support/special services), and 171-20 (classified staff) – all personnel matters recommended by Human Resources and Superintendent.
- Meeting conducted electronically due to COVID-19; recorded and available for viewing.
The Board of Education approved several personnel changes and a food service contract with Sodexo America, LLC. The Board also authorized funds for asbestos removal and design/build renovation services at the Village High School building.
- Approved $4.84M for design/build renovation services at Village High School
- Approved up to $160,000 for asbestos removal at Village High School via Colorado Hazard Control
- Approved food service management contract with Sodexo America, LLC through June 30, 2025
- Approved administrative staff transfers for Don Begier, Reagan Ward, and Brian Wright
- Approved resignations for 7 licensed teaching staff
- Approved resignation for Special Education Coordinator Eric Purdy
- Approved resignations for 5 classified staff members
- Approved the May 21, 2020 meeting agenda
ARCHIVED District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting Agenda
The DAC will hold its regular May 12, 2020 meeting to receive informational updates on district performance, budget, building fund, mental‑health services and end‑of‑year reporting, and to approve the April 2020 minutes. The agenda consists of brief presentations and a sign‑up for next year, followed by planning comments. No formal actions or votes are listed in the agenda.
- Approval of April Minutes
- Budget Update
- Building Fund Update (Bond Projects)
- Mental Health Update
- End of Year Report
The committee unanimously approved the April 21, 2020 meeting minutes. Members received updates on a projected 10% reduction in Per Pupil Revenue, which may require a $16 million general fund budget cut for the 2020-21 school year.
- Approved April 21, 2020 DAC meeting minutes (Unanimous)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy District 20 Board of Education approved consent agenda items including a $1,123,000 contract for partial roof replacements at Academy Endeavour Elementary, Explorer Elementary, and Rampart High School, and a $219,000 contract for main electric switchgear replacement at Discovery Canyon Campus. The board also approved an engagement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for the FY2019-2020 financial audit at a maximum cost of $50,700, and defined "educational process" to include passing and work-study time for the 2020-2021 school year. Several resolutions related to staff appointments were also approved.
- Resolution 167-20: $1,123,000 contract to Allweather Roofing for partial roof replacements at Academy Endeavour Elementary, Explorer Elementary, and Rampart High School
- Resolution 168-20: $219,000 contract to Advantage Electric for main electric switchgear replacement at Discovery Canyon Campus
- Resolution 166-20: Engagement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for FY2019-2020 audit at maximum $50,700
- Resolution 165-20: Definition of "educational process" to include passing time and work-study time for 2020-2021
- Resolutions 159-20 through 164-20: Approval of personnel matters for various staff categories
ARCHIVED District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting Agenda
The Academy District 20 District Accountability Committee (DAC) meets to discuss several informational items including a character and climate survey, a strategic planning update, educator effectiveness, and a conduct and discipline code update. They will also consider approval of January meeting minutes and hold an election for the DAC Parent Chair for 2020-2022.
- Character and Climate Survey update by Dr. Smith
- Strategic Planning Update by Dr. Smith
- Educator Effectiveness presentation by Dr. Peak
- Conduct & Discipline Code Update by Ms. Thompson
- DAC Chair Election for 2020-2022
The District Accountability Committee unanimously approved the January 21, 2020 meeting minutes. The committee discussed the transition to virtual learning, the use of e-learning days to replace snow days, and the status of the new Elementary School #21.
- Approved January 21, 2020 DAC meeting minutes (unanimous)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Board of Education approved the consent agenda, including administrative staff appointments such as a new principal at Woodmen-Roberts Elementary School and several assistant principal transfers. The board also accepted the annual Ends 1.2 Character Education monitoring report, which found reasonable progress on character traits based on survey data. The meeting was held electronically due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.
- Approved Resolution 150-20 appointing Nate Hansen as principal at Woodmen-Roberts ES effective July 1, 2020
- Approved transfers for Kylee Caraveo, Robert Haack, Steve Hutchcraft, Stephen Scott to assistant principal or principal roles
- Accepted Ends 1.2 Character Education monitoring report covering April 2019–March 2020 with survey response rates
- Approved the meeting agenda unanimously by roll call vote
- Public comments accepted via email due to COVID-19; written comments limited to 400 words
The Board of Education approved a series of personnel changes, including new principals and assistant principals. The board also accepted a character education monitoring report and approved the student fee schedule for the 2020-21 school year.
- Approved administrative appointments and transfers (Resolution 150-20)
- Approved staff specialist resignations (Resolution 151-20)
- Approved teacher leaves of absence and resignations (Resolution 152-20)
- Approved licensed support and special services provider resignations (Resolution 153-20)
- Approved classified staff appointments and resignations (Resolution 154-20)
- Accepted Ends Policy 1.2 Character Education Monitoring Report (Resolution 155-20)
- Approved Monitoring Report Evaluation for Ends 1.2 Character (Resolution 156-20)
- Approved student fee schedule for 2020-21 (Resolution 157-20)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy School District 20 Board of Education held an electronic meeting due to COVID-19. The board approved consent agenda items including resolutions not to reemploy eight probationary teachers for the 2020/21 school year. Other consent items approved administrative and licensed staff matters.
- Non-renewal of contract for probationary teacher Ashley Benson (Resolution 139-20)
- Non-renewal of contract for probationary teacher Lindsay Falvey (Resolution 140-20)
- Non-renewal of contract for probationary teacher Tabitha Bohac (Resolution 141-20)
- Non-renewal of contract for probationary teacher Jennifer Evans (Resolution 142-20)
- Non-renewal of contract for probationary teacher Chris Holmes (Resolution 143-20)
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and a series of personnel actions, including reappointments for licensed administrative staff for the 2020-2021 contract year. The board also accepted the resignation of the Director for College & Career Services. Much of the meeting focused on the transition to electronic learning and COVID-19 response.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 135-20 regarding licensed administrative staff reappointments and appointments
- Approved resignation of Diane Forsythe, Director for College & Career Services, effective 06/30/20
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy District 20 Board of Education held a work session covering COVID-19 response, electronic board meeting options, and the 2020-2021 budget. The board then approved a consent agenda including staff contract renewals and a $1,719,838 contract for new tennis courts at three high schools. An executive session for legal advice was also held.
- Discussion of COVID-19 impact and response
- Discussion on conducting electronic board meetings
- 2020-2021 budget discussion
- Resolution 127-20: Appropriation of $1,719,838 for design/build of tennis courts at Liberty, Discovery Canyon, and Air Academy High Schools
- Approval of renewals for executive cabinet staff contracts
The Board of Education approved several resolutions regarding administrative, licensed, and classified staff appointments and resignations. The board also approved the meeting agenda and held a work session to discuss COVID-19 issues, electronic meetings, and the 2020-2021 budget.
- Approved agenda for the March 21, 2019 meeting (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 119-20 regarding administrative licensed staff appointments and resignations
- Approved Resolution 120-20 regarding administrative classified staff resignations
- Approved Resolution 121-20 regarding staff specialist transfers
- Approved Resolution 122-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments and resignations
- Approved Resolution 123-20 regarding classified staff appointments, transfers, and resignations
- Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice (5-0)
ARCHIVED District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting Agenda - CANCELLED
This meeting was cancelled. The agenda included updates on budget, strategic planning, assessment, and a parent chair election, but no decisions were made.
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The board is considering a consent agenda that includes a major resolution closing the Pine Creek HS classroom addition project and appropriating building funds for security upgrades and the Classical Academy auxiliary space. It also includes non-renewal of contracts for three probationary teachers. The meeting opens with a spotlight on Challenger MS and Eagleview MS, followed by public and board comments.
- Resolution 117-20 closes Pine Creek HS 10-classroom addition project and transfers $725,613.41 unspent funds to building fund contingency
- Appropriates $37,252.73 from building fund contingency to Aspen Valley Campus multi-purpose room/lunchroom renovation
- Appropriates up to $1,121,000 from building fund for security camera refresh, system updates, and window film for secure entry vestibules
- Appropriates up to $6,410,000 from building fund for addition of auxiliary student space at The Classical Academy
- Resolutions 112-20, 113-20, 114-20 approve non-renewal of probationary teachers Sierra Butcher, Anne De Laurell, and Kaitlyn Miller for 2020/21 school year
The Board of Education approved several personnel changes, including the appointment of a new elementary school principal and a director for special education instruction. The board also approved a list of teacher appointments and resignations, and resolved not to reemploy one probationary teacher.
- Approved Agenda for March 5, 2020 meeting
- Approved Resolution 110-20: Karen Eells-Eaton named Director for SpEd Instruction and Jennifer Sterk named Principal for ES#21
- Approved Resolution 110-20: Accepted resignation of Eric Hulen (Assistant Principal/Athletic Director, Pine Creek HS)
- Approved Resolution 111-20: Appointed Sierra Butcher and Anne De Laurell as INR Teachers
- Approved Resolution 111-20: Accepted 19 teacher and counselor resignations
- Approved Resolution 112-20: Non-renewal of contract for probationary teacher Sierra Butcher
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy School District 20 Board of Education is meeting to approve consent agenda items including resolutions on administrative, licensed, and classified staff, as well as monitoring reports for emergency superintendent succession and cost of governance. The board will also vote on school calendars for the next three school years. Public comments and a recognition of Chinook Trail Middle School and Douglass Valley Elementary School are scheduled.
- Recognition of Chinook Trail MS and Douglass Valley ES
- Resolution 99-20: Approval of matters relating to licensed staff (teachers)
- Resolution 106-20: Approval of school calendars for 2020-2021, 2021-2022, and 2022-2023
- Resolution 102-20: Approval of annual EL 2.8 Emergency Superintendent Succession monitoring report
- Resolution 104-20: Approval of annual GP 4.13 Cost of Governance monitoring report
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and a series of personnel resolutions. These resolutions included the appointment, transfer, and resignation of various licensed administrative, teaching, and classified staff members.
- Approved the February 20, 2020 Regular Meeting Agenda
- Approved Resolution 98-20 regarding administrative licensed staff appointments and transfers
- Approved Resolution 99-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments and resignations
- Approved Resolution 100-20 regarding licensed support and special services provider resignations
- Approved Resolution 101-20 regarding classified staff appointments
ARCHIVED District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting Agenda - CANCELLED
This meeting of the Academy District 20 District Accountability Committee (DAC) was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.
- Meeting cancelled; no items considered
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Board of Education is meeting to approve consent agenda items including non-renewal of contracts for 10 probationary teachers and matters related to licensed staff. They will also recognize Discovery Canyon Campus and hear public and board comments.
- Recognition of Discovery Canyon Campus (ES, MS, and HS)
- Approval of Resolutions 27-20 and 28-20 for licensed staff matters
- Non-renewal of contracts for 10 probationary teachers: Maggie Amberg, Rebecca Andrews, Joel Arnesen, Eric Bauer, David Bettinger, Brian Blanc, KC Bonnin, Annie Brandt, Kelcey Bribach, Talitha Couture
- Public comments and board comments
The Board of Education approved several personnel actions, including new teacher appointments and retiree contracts. The Board also resolved to not reemploy five probationary teachers for the 2020/21 school year.
- Approved Resolution 27-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments, retiree contracts, and resignations
- Approved Resolution 28-20 regarding licensed support and special services provider appointments and contract ends
- Approved Resolution 29-20: Non-renewal of probationary teacher Maggie Amberg
- Approved Resolution 30-20: Non-renewal of probationary teacher Rebecca Andrews
- Approved Resolution 31-20: Non-renewal of probationary teacher Joel Arnesen
- Approved Resolution 32-20: Non-renewal of probationary teacher Eric Bauer
- Approved Resolution 33-20: Non-renewal of probationary teacher David Bettinger
- Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The Academy District 20 Board of Education meeting includes a consent agenda with resolutions approving staff matters and the renewal of Superintendent J. Thomas Gregory's contract through June 30, 2023. The board will also accept a monitoring report on communication and support to the board. Procedural items include recognition of Foothills ES and Frontier ES, and public comments.
- Resolution 14-20: Renew superintendent contract through June 30, 2023
- Resolution 10-20 through 13-20: Approve administrative, licensed, and classified staff matters
- Resolution 15-20: Accept EL 2.9 Communication & Support to the Board monitoring report
- Spotlight recognition of Foothills ES and Frontier ES
- Resolution 17-20: Approve board officers' roles (GP 4.6)
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and a series of personnel resolutions. These resolutions included appointments, resignations, and transfers for administrative, licensed, and classified staff.
- Approved the January 23, 2020 meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 10-20 regarding administrative licensed staff resignations and appointments
- Approved Resolution 11-20 regarding licensed teaching staff appointments, retirements, transfers, and resignations
- Approved Resolution 12-20 regarding licensed support and specialized service provider appointments and resignations
- Approved Resolution 13-20 regarding classified staff appointments and transfers
ARCHIVED District Accountability Committee (DAC) Meeting Agenda
The District Accountability Committee will discuss and prioritize resource allocation for the 2020-2021 school year, using breakout groups. The meeting also includes updates on the building fund, bond projects, graduate tracking, and a Board of Education liaison report. Approval of December 2019 minutes is scheduled.
- Review resource priorities for 2020-2021 with breakout groups in named conference rooms
- Building Fund update including bond projects (file: Bond Projects-update_20.01.21_DAC.pdf)
- Tracking Graduates presentation (file: Tracking Graduates_Stakeholders 2019.pdf)
- Budget Subcommittee update by Mrs. Hester
- BOE Liaison update by Mr. Temby (file: DAC Board Liaison Report January 2020.pdf)
The District Accountability Committee unanimously approved the December 10, 2019 meeting minutes. The committee received reports on graduate tracking, building fund projects, and updates from the Board of Education regarding mill levies and new course approvals.
- Approved December 10, 2019 DAC meeting minutes (unanimous)
ARCHIVED Board of Education Meeting Agenda
The board will act on a consent agenda that includes approving new course proposals for the 2020-2021 school year and accepting monitoring reports on student knowledge/skills and financial condition. Public comments and board comments are also scheduled. All consent items were previously discussed and are expected to pass.
- Approval of new courses: LeadWorthy, Pre-AP English 1/2, ACT/SAT prep, IT Fundamentals, Science in Sports, and Graduation Capstone
- Acceptance of Ends 1.1 Knowledge and Skills Monitoring Report for August 2018–May 2019
- Acceptance of EL 2.4 Financial Condition Monitoring Report, finding compliance with 11 of 12 provisions
- Approval of personnel actions for specialist, licensed, and classified staff
- Public comments and board/administration comments
The Board of Education approved several new high school courses for the 2020-2021 school year and designated the Education and Administration Center as the official public notice location. The Board also approved a series of personnel appointments, resignations, and transfers across district schools.
- Approved new courses for Air Academy, Liberty, Pine Creek, and Village High Schools
- Approved Resolution 01-20 regarding Staff Specialist position eliminations
- Approved Resolution 02-20 regarding licensed teacher appointments and resignations
- Approved Resolution 03-20 regarding classified staff appointments, transfers, and resignations
- Accepted Ends Policy 1.1 Knowledge and Skills Monitoring Report
- Approved Monitoring Report Evaluation for Ends 1.1 Knowledge and Skills
- Accepted EL 2.4 Financial Condition and Activities monitoring report
- Designated 1110 Chapel Hills Drive as the location for posting public meeting notices