Brandon Valley School District public meetings in 2023
60 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303 at 5:00 PM on December 19, 2023. The main item is a study session on the entire chapter of B policies, which cover how the Board itself operates. The Board has 29 such policies; members began discussing them at a Board Retreat, and the attached packets include proposed changes and redlines. After this discussion, a norms document will be prepared reflecting the Board's input.
- Study session on all 29 Board B policies, divided into three packets
- Packets 1 and 2 include redlines reflecting changes in law, language improvements, and Board member discussion
- Packet 3 covers remaining B policies plus the Policy on Advisory Committees and related committee policies
- Current policy BAA, Board Operations, is recommended for deletion, with possible language moved to another policy or a Board norms document
- A norms document will be prepared after this meeting based on Board discussion
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education holds a special meeting on December 12, 2023 at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO. The agenda includes a reception for fall semester Superintendent's Honor Roll recipients, which three or more board members may attend. The board will receive information on the 2022-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, including an audit by CliftonLarsonAllen that issued an unmodified opinion and a Single Audit of federal grant expenditures. The meeting ends with adjournment.
- 2022-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presented, including audit by independent firm CliftonLarsonAllen
- Auditors issued an unmodified opinion on the district's financial statements as of June 30, 2023
- Single Audit found the district complied in all material respects with major federal program requirements
- ACFR was presented in detail to the Audit Committee on November 28, 2023
- Superintendent's Honor Roll reception for fall semester recipients
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on December 12, 2023, approving a consent agenda that included personnel items, prior meeting minutes, four school donations, and a $6,026,749 amendment to the Centaurus High School construction contract funded by 2022 bond proceeds. The board also received an enrollment update showing overall K-12 enrollment down 249 students (-0.9%) to 27,273 as of October 2, 2023, and information on the 2024-25 budget development process and state economic outlook. Public participation and a superintendent's report were also on the agenda.
- $6,026,749 amendment to the Centaurus High School construction contract, funded by 2022 bond proceeds
- Donation of $105,300 from Bear Creek Elementary PTO to Bear Creek Elementary
- Donation of $60,731.11 from Eisenhower PTA to Eisenhower Elementary
- Donation of $50,000 from an anonymous donor to Centennial Middle School
- Donation of $34,617 from Boulder High School PAC to Boulder High School
Special Meeting - CASB Annual Convention
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to authorize board members to attend the Colorado Association of School Boards (CASB) annual convention. The convention took place December 6–9, 2023, at the Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs. The agenda consisted only of procedural steps: calling the meeting to order, providing information about the convention, and adjourning.
- Authorization for three or more board members to attend the CASB Annual Convention
- Convention dates: December 6–9, 2023
- Convention location: Broadmoor Resort, Colorado Springs
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to certify the results of the November 7, 2023, biennial school election. The board administered oaths of office to newly elected members, seated them, and appointed internal officers including a President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. The meeting also included a reception recognizing four outgoing board members for their service.
- Certification of November 7, 2023, election results for Director Districts A, C, D, and G
- Oath of office administered by Judge Ingrid Bakke to new board members
- Election of Board President and Vice President via secret ballot
- Appointment of Treasurer, Assistant Treasurer, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary
- Approval of Resolution 23-28 regarding surety bonds and facsimile signatures for officers
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education approved several consent items, including a $832,150 contract for emergency communication equipment and a $358,500 price increase for school buses. The board also approved applications for federal grants totaling $122,000 for food service equipment and nutrition education. Additionally, the board approved personnel actions, previous meeting minutes, and the cancellation of the December 26 meeting.
- Approved $832,150 contract with BearCom, Inc. for amplifiers and portable radios
- Approved $358,500 price increase for 21 Type A 14 passenger school buses
- Approved application for $30,000 USDA grant for Casey Middle School dishwasher
- Approved application for $92,000 USDA Farm to School grant for equipment and staff
- Approved cancellation of the December 26, 2023 Board meeting
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to review information and draft policies. Staff presented updates on the Schools of Choice policy and proposed revisions to student curricular fees. The Board also studied draft resolutions regarding board member compensation and a Green New Deal climate resolution, both proposed for final action on November 28.
- Presentation on Schools of Choice Policy IFF
- Discussion of proposed revisions to student curricular fees policy
- Study of draft Resolution 23-29 on Board Member Compensation
- Study of draft Resolution 23-30 on the Green New Deal
- Adjournment
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to review information on its Open Enrollment Policy. Staff presented research articles compiled by a policy subcommittee, which is also preparing a memo for the board's consideration. The meeting included standard procedural items like roll call and adjournment.
- Presentation on Open Enrollment Policy JECC and JECC-R
- Review of research articles on district choice and open enrollment
- Policy subcommittee preparing a memo for board consideration
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education approved several contracts and purchases during its regular meeting. Key actions included buying five diesel school buses for mountain routes and funding intergovernmental agreements for family resource schools and truancy mediation. The board also accepted a donation for Louisville Elementary and reviewed updates on bond programs and special education.
- Purchase of five Type C diesel school buses for $714,876.30 from McCandless Truck Center
- Approval of $320,000 Intergovernmental Service Agreement with City of Boulder for Family Resource Schools
- Approval of $36,535 Memorandum of Understanding with Boulder County IMPACT Partnership for truancy support
- Acceptance of $97,876.97 donation from Louisville Elementary PTO
- Approval of personnel actions and minutes from previous October meetings
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss equity issues with students and review school attendance area policies. The agenda included a dinner with the Youth Equity Council and a staff presentation on Policy JC. No formal actions or votes were taken during the meeting.
- Dinner with the Youth Equity Council to discuss equity issues
- Staff presentation on School Attendance Areas Policy JC
- No action taken on equity discussion
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to review information regarding student enrollment. Magellan Strategies presented the results of an online survey conducted with 1,995 parents of children in 5th grade or younger. The meeting included procedural steps for calling the meeting to order and adjourning.
- Presentation of Enrollment Survey results by Magellan Strategies
- Survey covered 1,995 parents of children in 5th grade or younger
- Survey conducted from September 5th to 19th, 2023
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education approved resolutions supporting Proposition HH, Proposition II, and the Boulder County Affordable Housing Tax Extension. The board also accepted two school donations totaling $40,000 and approved a $55,000 grant for the Adelante! mental health program at Boulder High School. Additionally, the board reviewed updates on English Language Development and strategic plan metrics.
- Resolution 23-25 supporting Proposition HH (state property tax changes)
- Resolution 23-26 supporting Proposition II (tobacco tax for preschool)
- Resolution 23-27 supporting Boulder County Affordable Housing Tax Extension
- $55,000 grant approved for Adelante! Mental Health program at Boulder High School
- $25,000 donation accepted from Southern Hills PTO for Southern Hills Middle School
School Visit
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education scheduled a school visit to Emerald Elementary School on September 28, 2023. Board members may join a state delegation touring the Universal Preschool Program at the school. No official actions or votes were taken during this informational visit.
- Visit to Emerald Elementary School at 275 Emerald Street, Broomfield, CO
- Tour of the Universal Preschool Program
- No board actions or votes taken
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303, starting at 5:00 PM. The agenda lists calling the meeting to order and roll call, then a vote to convene in executive session to discuss legal issues and receive legal advice on current litigation regarding personnel and civil rights, contracts, and implementation of Board Policy regarding DAC membership under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b). The board is then scheduled to reconvene at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room, followed by adjournment. The agenda does not list any other substantive items.
- Vote to convene in executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) on litigation regarding personnel, civil rights, contracts, and DAC membership policy
- Executive session motion by Stacey Zis, second by Kitty Sargent; passed 6-0 (Garcia, Gebhardt, Niznik, Rajpal, Sargent, Zis)
- Meeting location: 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303; 5:00 PM start, reconvene at 6:00 p.m.
- Agenda lists no action items beyond the executive session vote and adjournment
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 26, 2023, at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The board approved its agenda and a consent grouping covering personnel actions, meeting minutes, a donation, and several contracts and change orders. It also received information on the district's strategic plan, spring 2023 CMAS/PSAT/SAT results, and Colorado PK-12 legislation. Public comment was available on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Approved a $27,643 donation from Reach Out Crest View to Crestview Elementary, with $24,878.70 for classified staff hours and a 10% share redistributed to schools with 30%+ free and reduced lunch
- Approved a contract with Above the Rest Staffing for contingent staffing services, not-to-exceed $500,000
- Approved $300,000 in funding to ArbiterPay to pay game officials, with a $3.25 transaction fee per payment
- Approved a $341,960 GALE digital database purchase for K-12 students and teachers for 2023/24
- Approved a $415,892 consulting agreement with Iconergy, LTD for commissioning of new systems and building automated controls using 2022 bond proceeds
Community Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education is holding a community meeting at Aspen Creek PK-8 in Broomfield, Colorado. The agenda states that three or more board members may attend, but this is not a special meeting and no official actions or votes will occur.
- Community meeting at Aspen Creek PK-8, 5500 Aspen Creek Dr., Broomfield, CO
- No board action or votes scheduled
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to review local ballot initiatives for the November 7, 2023 election and discuss the board's level of advocacy. The board also reviewed its existing policy platform to guide legislative positions for the upcoming Colorado legislative session.
- Review of ballot initiatives for the November 7, 2023 election
- Discussion of board advocacy levels for local ballots
- Annual review of the BVSD Policy Platform for state legislative guidance
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 12, 2023, at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The board approved its agenda, heard updates on the 2023-24 and 2024-25 budgets, student mental health and wellbeing, and state legislation, and approved a consent grouping of personnel items, prior meeting minutes, and several contracts. The meeting also included a public tribute to former board member Jean Paxton and a public participation period.
- Contract with D&D Transportation Services for charter bus transportation of students to school-related events, total combined value not to exceed $850,000 for 2023-24
- Master Goods and Services contract with HSS Inc. for an integrated security system, estimated value $750,000, funded by 2022 Bond Proceeds and Capital Reserve Funds
- Professional Services Agreement with Gillem Staffing for short-term nurses, therapists, and special education providers, total combined expenditure not to exceed $500,000 across all agencies
- Award of architectural services contract to Design Concepts for universally accessible playgrounds at sixteen schools, $658,508, funded by 2022 Bond Proceeds
- Contract with Boulder Community Health for athletic trainers, $381,796, funded by the Athletics Fund
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss District Accountability Committee (DAC) planning for the fall 2023 semester. The agenda included procedural items for opening and closing the meeting, with no votes or decisions recorded in the provided text.
- Discussion of DAC planning for the first semester of 2023
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder, CO at 1:00 PM. The only substantive item is a ballot lottery, in which the Designated Election Official will draw candidate names to determine placement on the November 7, 2023 ballot. The agenda states no business will be discussed and no action will be taken at the drawing, though three or more board members may attend. The meeting opens with roll call and ends with adjournment.
- Ballot lottery to set candidate name order for the November 7, 2023 election
- Designated Election Official conducts the drawing; no business discussed and no action taken
- Three or more Board of Education members may attend the drawing
- Meeting location: 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303, 1:00 PM
- Adjournment listed as the only action item
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to review updates from its Equity and Community Engagement Team. The agenda included a presentation on the team's work aligned with the district's strategic plan. The meeting consisted of procedural items and this informational update, with no votes or decisions recorded in the provided text.
- Presentation on Equity and Community Engagement Team work
- Review of alignment with 'All Together for All Students' strategic plan
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to review attendance rates, policies, and practices in secondary schools. Staff presented information on these topics, but no votes or decisions were recorded on the agenda.
- Presentation on attendance rates, policies, and practices in BVSD secondary schools
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education approved a $19.8 million contract amendment for bond-funded construction at New Vista High School. The board also authorized up to $850,000 for charter bus services and $376,118 for out-of-district agreements for students with disabilities. Staff provided updates on back-to-school preparations, school safety, and state legislation.
- Approved $19,760,864 amendment to CM/GC contract for New Vista High School construction
- Authorized up to $850,000 for charter bus transportation services for the 2023-24 fiscal year
- Approved $376,118 in out-of-district agreements for students with disabilities
- Executed utility easement for affordable housing modular factory partnership
- Approved personnel actions and minutes from previous meetings
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to review Board Policy IKF regarding graduation requirements. The board also discussed designating a representative to vote on Colorado Association of School Boards resolutions at an upcoming conference.
- Review of Board Policy IKF (Graduation Requirements)
- Discussion of CASB 2023 resolutions and delegate selection
- Reference to BVSD 2022 Policy Platform adopted October 11, 2022
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on August 8, 2023, approving its agenda and a consent grouping of personnel items, meeting minutes, donations, and contracts. The board received a presentation on the Preschool Learning and Enrichment program and a legislative update on Colorado PK-12 education policy and funding. The Superintendent recommended the dismissal of two BVSD teachers, Bradley Hughes and Mary Prassa, but the board was asked to take no formal action at this time. All votes recorded in the agenda passed 7-0.
- Superintendent recommends dismissal of teacher Bradley Hughes for neglect of duty, immorality, and other good and just cause; no formal board action requested
- Superintendent recommends dismissal of teacher Mary Prassa for neglect of duty, insubordination, and other good and just cause; no formal board action requested
- Approved $16,000 donation from Mesa PTO to Mesa Elementary, with $14,400 for non-licensed classified personnel hours and $1,600 redistributed to schools with 30% or greater free and reduced lunch
- Approved contracts: Istation $64,074, IXL Learning $108,581, HopSkipDrive $400,000, Renaissance Learning $168,938.40, Thompson Gas DBA Polar Gas $200,000, and Senergy Petroleum $1,100,000
- Presentation on Preschool Learning and Enrichment covering state timelines, enrollment, and challenges from the Colorado Department of Early Childhood
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting on August 8, 2023 at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO. The main discussion item is board member compensation, which the Colorado legislature authorized school boards to provide in 2021 for official board meetings and duties; staff will present updated information. The board will also discuss CASB resolutions and designating a voting delegate for the October 6-7, 2023 Fall Delegate Assembly in Glenwood Springs. No votes or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of board member compensation following 2021 Colorado legislation allowing school boards to pay members for official duties
- Staff presentation of updated information on board member compensation (attachment: Board Member Compensation 8.8.2023.pdf)
- Selection of one board member as voting representative for the CASB Fall Delegate Assembly, October 6-7, 2023, Hotel Colorado, Glenwood Springs
- Consideration of introducing resolutions aligned with BVSD's 2022 Policy Platform, adopted October 11, 2022
- Possible future revisions to the Policy Platform and positions on ballot issues after the September ballot is finalized
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder, Colorado at 4:30 PM. The agenda includes a reception for 2022/2023 Superintendent's Honor Roll recipients, which is not a board meeting and no action will be taken, followed by a call to order and roll call. The board will receive an end-of-year Strategic Plan metrics update as information. The only action item is adjournment.
- Reception for 2022/2023 Superintendent's Honor Roll recipients (no action taken)
- End-of-year Strategic Plan metrics update provided to the board
- Special meeting held at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303
- Adjournment is the only action item on the agenda
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education approved a consent agenda containing personnel actions, minutes, and several contracts. Key approvals included the 2023-2024 employee benefits package, a $150,000 food service contract amendment, and a $470,008 construction amendment for the Monarch Campus. The board also received updates from the Long Range Advisory Committee and reviewed current state legislation.
- Approved 2023-2024 benefits agreements, including $11.7 million for Kaiser Permanente premiums and $17 million for UMR self-funded plan costs
- Approved $150,000 contract amendment with US Foods Inc. for broadline food products
- Approved $470,008 contract amendment with Comfort Systems USA DBA Design Mechanical, Inc. for hydronic piping replacement at the Monarch Campus
- Approved $233,647.20 three-year elevator maintenance contract with Mile High Elevator LLC
- Received final recommendations from the Long Range Advisory Committee
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting on June 12, 2023. The agenda included a public planning session and two executive sessions. The board voted to enter executive session to receive legal advice regarding charter school contracts and pending discrimination litigation, and to discuss the superintendent's evaluation.
- Board planning and prioritization session
- Executive session on charter school contracts and discrimination litigation
- Executive session on superintendent's evaluation
- Vote to convene executive session passed 6-0
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss personnel matters regarding the Superintendent’s evaluation process in a closed executive session. The board also opened a public input session for residents to comment on the proposed 2023-24 school budget. No specific budget figures or final budget decisions were recorded in the agenda text.
- Executive session convened to discuss Superintendent’s evaluation process
- Public input session for the 2023-24 Proposed Budget
- Motion to convene executive session passed with 7 yes votes
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on May 23, 2023, at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The board approved its agenda and a consent grouping that included personnel actions, meeting minutes, three school donations, and three construction contracts funded by 2022 bond proceeds. The meeting also included information updates on gifted education, National Honor Society criteria, and Colorado PK-12 legislation, plus time for public participation.
- Approved a $581,448 contract with Hellas Construction for artificial turf replacement at Boulder High School Recht Field, funded by 2022 bond proceeds and the Operations and Technology Fund
- Approved a $1,152,369 roofing contract with Superior Roofing for Aspen Creek PK-8 School, funded by 2022 bond proceeds
- Approved a $1,148,369 roofing contract with Superior Roofing for Eldorado PK-8 School, funded by 2022 bond proceeds
- Accepted donations: $25,000 from the Foothill Elementary PTO, $55,000 from the Meadowlark School PTSA, and $25,000 from the Mesa PTO
- Received information updates on gifted education, National Honor Society application criteria, and Colorado PK-12 legislation
BVSD HS Graduation Ceremonies
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education has issued a notice that three or more board members may attend one or more BVSD high school graduation ceremonies beginning May 19, 2023. The notice states these ceremonies are not special meetings of the Board and that no action will be taken. The agenda lists graduation dates, times, and venues for 13 schools, from Boulder Prep on May 19 through NVHS on May 27. This is an information-only item with no decisions before the board.
- Notice of Community Meeting: three or more board members may attend BVSD high school graduation ceremonies
- No action will be taken; ceremonies are not special meetings of the Board of Education
- Graduation schedule listed: Boulder Prep May 19 / 9am at Chateau
- MoHi May 19 / 7pm at 1st Bank; BrHS May 20 / 9am at 1st Bank
- BHS May 20 / noon at Recht Field; CHS May 20 / 4pm and FHS May 21 / 2pm at CU Events Ctr
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to receive updates on strategic plan progress in instruction and math pathways. The board also discussed the Long Range Advisory Committee's process and recommendations. No final decisions or votes are recorded in the provided agenda text.
- Update on strategic plan progress regarding instruction and math pathways
- Discussion of Long Range Advisory Committee process and recommendations
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting on May 9, 2023 at 5:00 PM at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303. The board will receive information and updates on the Community Schools Framework for wrap-around supports, including current work and next steps. Staff will also present information on the status of implementing board member compensation, which Colorado authorized in 2021 at up to $150 per day, up to five days per week, about $3,000 per month per member. No votes or decisions are listed beyond a procedural adjournment item.
- Community Schools Framework update on wrap-around supports (information only)
- Board member compensation implementation status discussed; state law allows up to $150/day, about $3,000/month per member
- Meeting held at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303 at 5:00 PM
- Agenda lists no action items other than adjournment
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on May 9, 2023, at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The board approved a consent grouping that included architectural and engineering contracts for bond-funded improvements at Broomfield High School and Centaurus High School, a charter bus transportation purchase, a construction contract closeout, and software license renewals. The meeting also included information updates on the 2023 legislative session, bilingual education programming, and the 2022 bond program implementation. Public participation was scheduled, with speakers required to sign up by noon on the meeting day.
- Approved $850,772 contract with TreanorHL for architectural and engineering services at Broomfield High School, funded by 2022 Bond Proceeds.
- Approved $814,500 contract with Hord Coplan Macht for architectural and engineering services at Centaurus High School, funded by 2022 Bond Proceeds.
- Approved $160,000 purchase of short-term charter bus rentals from D&D Transportation Services for student transportation to school-related events, funded by the Transportation Fund.
- Approved closeout of the Monarch Campus emergency road project construction contract with Dietzler Construction Corporation for $308,685.48, funded by the Operations & Technology Fund.
- Approved FY24 software renewals: Frontline at $199,119.45 and Microsoft licensing at $179,095.14, both from the General Operating Fund.
School Board Candidate Information Session
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education is holding a virtual information session for community members interested in running for a board seat. Board members will share details about board service, but no official actions or votes will take place during this meeting.
- Virtual Candidate Information Session via Google Meet at 5:30 pm
- Contact Board Secretary Laura Shafer at 720-561-5114 for details
- No board action or votes scheduled
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss elementary school lunch periods and review policies on student curricular fees. Legal counsel and academic services staff presented information on current fee structures and a proposed timeline for revising the district's approach to student fees. The meeting included procedural items such as roll call and adjournment.
- Discussion on elementary school lunch times
- Presentation on student curricular fees policy and review timeline
- Procedural roll call and adjournment
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education approved a $21,254,126 contract amendment for bond-funded construction at New Vista High School. The board also approved waste removal and recycling contracts totaling over $2 million, accepted donations for Chromebooks and books, and reviewed the 2023-24 preliminary budget.
- Approved $21,254,126 amendment to CM/GC contract for New Vista High School construction (total contract $21,299,126)
- Awarded $1,067,567.93 five-year waste removal contract to Western Disposal Services
- Awarded $966,720.24 five-year recycling/composting contract to Eco-Cycle
- Accepted $18,812.70 donation from Eisenhower PTA for Chromebooks
- Approved 2023-24 proposed fees and changes for the school year
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss the preliminary 2023-24 budget and meet with the Youth Equity Council. The budget discussion focused on evaluating investments in virtual interventions, discipline referrals, and the Grad Plus program. No formal actions or votes were taken during the meeting.
- Discussion of 2023-24 Preliminary Budget
- Review of Academic Return on Investment (AROI) efforts
- Dinner with the Youth Equity Council
- Review of Virtual Intervention Program investments
- Review of discipline and law enforcement referral data
ASCENT Certificate Reception
This event is a reception for ASCENT certificates at the Boulder Valley School District Education Center. Three or more Board of Education members may attend, but the document states this is not a special meeting and no official action will be taken.
- ASCENT Certificate Reception at BVSD Education Center, Boulder, CO
- No official board action or votes scheduled
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting on April 11, 2023 at 5:00 PM at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO. The agenda is mostly informational: legal counsel and the Director of Academic Services will review Policy IJ on instructional materials selection and adoption, and legal counsel will discuss the status of policy work including JECC and JECC-R on open enrollment and changes needed for new federal Title IX regulations. No votes or dollar amounts appear on the agenda; the only action item is adjournment.
- Review of Policy IJ, Instructional Materials Selection and Adoption, and recent materials adoptions
- Discussion of proposed and potential changes to the instructional materials policy
- Update on policy work for JECC and JECC-R regarding Open Enrollment
- Upcoming policy changes due to new federal Title IX regulations
- Only action item listed is adjournment
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 11, 2023 at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO. In a consent grouping, the board approved personnel items, prior meeting minutes, and several contracts, including K-5 literacy materials from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for $3,264,173.26 and 6-8 math materials for $1,864,828.25. The board also approved a $1,136,567.00 program management software contract with e-Builder and new 6th grade bilingual electives at Casey Middle School. Information items included an update on the Impact on Education foundation and a legislative update.
- K-5 literacy contract with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for Into Reading/Arriba la Lectura, Writable and PD: $3,264,173.26
- 6-8 math contract with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for Into Math/Arribas las Matematicas: $1,864,828.25
- Program management software and managed services contract with e-Builder: $1,136,567.00
- New 6th grade bilingual elective classes at Casey Middle School: Bailes del Mundo and Arte y Cultura del Mundo Hispanohablante
- Community Bond Oversight Committee membership recommendations for a proposed 20-member committee
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting on March 21, 2023, at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The board voted to convene in executive session with an attorney to receive legal advice on pending litigation, including federal race discrimination litigation and CDE/EEOC/CCRD/OCR complaints alleging age, gender, race, and disability discrimination. The board also approved personnel actions and received second-quarter financials and a mid-year budget analysis. A reception for Superintendent's Honor Roll recipients was noted; no action was taken there.
- Executive session approved under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) for legal advice on pending discrimination litigation and CDE/EEOC/CCRD/OCR complaints
- Personnel actions approved, covering appointments, resignations, leaves, retirements, terminations, and letters of authorization
- 2022-23 second-quarter financials and General Operating Fund mid-year analysis reviewed, tied to 2023-24 budget development
- Superintendent's Honor Roll reception for fall semester recipients; no board action taken
School Board Candidate Information Session
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education is hosting an information session for community members interested in running for school board seats. This event is for discussion and information sharing only; no official board actions or votes will take place.
- Candidate Information Session at BVSD EducationCenter, 6500 Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO
- Event time: 5:30pm on March 15, 2023
- No board action or votes scheduled
School Board Candidate Information Session
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education is holding a Candidate Information Session at 11:30am on March 15, 2023, at the BVSD Education Center, 6500 Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The session is an open house to share information about board service with community members who may be interested in running for a board position. This is not a special meeting of the Board, and no action will be taken. Three or more board members may attend.
- Candidate Information Session at BVSD Education Center, 6500 Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303
- Scheduled for 11:30am on March 15, 2023
- Open house format to share information about school board service
- No action will be taken; not a special meeting of the Board
- Three or more Board of Education members may attend
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting primarily to receive an informational update on the Grad+ framework and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The agenda included a review of student participation, improvement benchmarks, and program expansion. The meeting also included standard procedural items such as the roll call and adjournment.
- Informational update on Grad+ and CTE program progress
- Review of student participation and improvement benchmarks
- Discussion of program expansion plans
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on March 14, 2023, at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The board approved its agenda, heard information on K-5 literacy and 6-8 math materials adoption, a Long Range Advisory Committee update, a special education update, and a legislative update. In its consent grouping, the board approved personnel items, meeting minutes, two donations valued over $10,000 each, a $616,780 school-to-work grant, and a $978,075 school health professional grant. All votes recorded passed 7-0.
- Approved a $978,075 Colorado Department of Education School Health Professional Grant to continue six high school nurse positions and add Hazel Health telehealth services
- Approved a $616,780 Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation grant for the School To Work Alliance Program serving about 120 students with disabilities
- Accepted a Boulder Bookstore donation of books valued over $10,000 for home libraries at Sanchez, Pioneer, Columbine, Crest View, Birch and Lafayette Elementary Schools
- Accepted a donation of yoga mats from Circle Graphics and Eco-Cycle valued over $10,000 for PE, yoga, outdoor learning and classrooms
- Heard information on K-5 literacy and 6-8 math materials adoption recommendations and a Long Range Advisory Committee update
Special Meeting - Advocacy Session
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting on March 13, 2023 at 8:00 AM at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO. The only substantive item is an advocacy session listed under Information, meaning the board will discuss advocacy matters rather than vote on them. The agenda contains no contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings. The meeting opens with roll call and ends with adjournment.
- Special meeting designated an advocacy session, listed as discussion/information only
- Meeting location: 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303
- No action items other than adjournment appear on the agenda
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to review the 2021-22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). The report includes an independent audit by CliftonLarsonAllen, which issued an unmodified opinion stating the district's financial statements present fairly. The meeting also covered compliance with federal grant requirements and was held to meet state law deadlines, which were extended due to a new ERP system implementation.
- Review of 2021-22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
- Audit by CliftonLarsonAllen issued an unmodified opinion
- Single Audit over federal grant expenditures showed compliance
- Report submission delayed until March 1, 2023, due to ERP system implementation
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on Feb 28, 2023, approving a consent agenda that included construction contracts, personnel items, minutes, a $30,000 donation, and the cancellation of the March 28 meeting. The board also took up Bond Resolution 23-07, which would authorize the district to sell general obligation debt approved by voters, with options for either a competitive or negotiated sale. Information items included a natural gas price lock for FY24 and FY25 at $4.8274 per decatherm and a legislative update on Colorado PK-12 policy and funding.
- Construction agreement with Westover Corporation dba Albireo Energy for HVAC temperature controls at 37 buildings, $1,276,147 from 2022 Bond proceeds
- Construction agreement with CPC Constructors, Inc. for civil and modular site work at Meadowlark K-8, $237,510 from 2014 Bond proceeds and Operations & Technology Fund
- Acceptance of $30,000 donation from Foothill Elementary PTO, with $16,317.81 for classified staff hours and $13,682.19 for classroom supplies, scholarships, and furnishings
- Natural gas pricing locked in with Constellation for FY24 and FY25 at $4.8274/decatherm under previously delegated authority
- Cancellation of the March 28, 2023 regular board meeting due to spring break
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss proposed revisions to Board Policy AE and AE-R, which cover accountability and commitment to accomplishment. The discussion included recommendations from the District Accountability Committee and staff. The meeting also included standard procedural items such as roll call and adjournment.
- Discussion of proposed revisions to Board Policy AE and AE-R (Accountability/Commitment to Accomplishment)
- Review of recommendations from the District Accountability Committee and staff
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 14, 2023, at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The board approved its agenda and a consent grouping that included personnel actions, meeting minutes, a donation, and three contracts or grants. It also received information updates on universal preschool implementation and Colorado legislation affecting PK-12 education and funding. Public comment was available on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Approved a $1,144,000 two-year Colorado Department of Education High Impact Tutoring grant for math tutoring at Casey and Angevine middle schools
- Approved a $286,436 contract with DLR Group for district-wide CTE master planning funded by 2022 Bond proceeds
- Approved a $192,550 contract with University of Colorado Boulder's Institute for Behavioral Science for the RISE social-emotional learning program, funded by a Kaiser Permanente grant
- Accepted an $11,000 donation from the Monarch PK-8 PTO to increase hours for non-licensed classified personnel
- Received information updates on universal preschool implementation and state legislation on PK-12 education policy and funding
School Board Candidate Information Session
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education is hosting an information session for community members interested in running for board seats. Three or more board members will attend to share information about board service. No official actions or votes will take place during this event.
- Candidate Information Session at BVSD EducationCenter, 6500 Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO
- Event scheduled for Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 9:00 am
- No board actions or votes will occur
School Board Candidate Information Session
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education is holding a Candidate Information Session on February 9, 2023, at 11:30am at the BVSD Education Center, 6500 Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The session is an open house to share information about board service with community members who may be interested in running for a board position. This is not a special meeting of the Board, and no action will be taken. Three or more board members may attend.
- Candidate Information Session for BVSD Board of Education, Feb 9, 2023, 11:30am
- Location: BVSD Education Center, 6500 Arapahoe Road, Boulder, Colorado 80303
- Purpose: share information about board service with potential candidates
- No action will be taken; not a special meeting of the Board
- Contact: Laura Shafer, Secretary, Board of Education, 720-561-5114
School Board Candidate Information Session
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held an information session for potential candidates. Board members shared details about serving on the board with community members interested in running for a seat. No official actions or votes were taken during this discussion.
- Candidate information session at BVSD EducationCenter, 6500 Arapahoe Road
- Open to community members interested in running for the Board of Education
- No board actions or votes occurred
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education approved a revised budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year, adjusting revenues and expenditures based on updated financial data. The board also authorized several capital projects, including the purchase of two modular classrooms for Meadowlark School and a new playground at Early Connections Infant and Toddler Center. Additionally, the board accepted three school-specific donations totaling over $51,000 from parent-teacher organizations.
- Approved 2022-23 Revised Budget via Resolutions 23-03, 23-04, 23-05, and 23-65
- Authorized $432,738 purchase of two modular classrooms for Meadowlark School from Sustainable Modular Management
- Approved $140,000 contract with Fry & Associates for playground construction at Early Connections Infant and Toddler Center
- Accepted $26,300 donation from Louisville Elementary PTO for classroom and PE supplies
- Accepted $15,000 donation from Bear Creek PTO for classified personnel hours
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting on January 24, 2023 at 5:15 PM at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO. The board will vote on whether to convene into executive session with legal counsel under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal advice on specific legal questions regarding urban renewal authorities. After the executive session, the board will reconvene in the Board Room for an information item on updates and developments in strategic partnerships, then consider adjournment. No decisions on contracts, fees, or rezonings are listed on this agenda.
- Vote on convening executive session with counsel under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) regarding urban renewal authorities
- Information item on updates and developments in strategic partnerships (attachment: BOE Strategic Partnerships Jan 24, 2023.pdf)
- Adjournment action item
Special Meeting - Planning Session
The Board of Education for Boulder Valley School District RE2 is holding a special planning session. The agenda lists only procedural items: calling the meeting to order, a discussion on board planning and prioritization, and adjournment. No specific decisions, budget approvals, or policy changes are listed in the provided text.
- Board planning and prioritization discussion
- Meeting location: 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO
Special Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District RE2 Board of Education is holding a special meeting at 6500 East Arapahoe Road in Boulder. The board will review the 2023-24 Draft Strategic Financial Plan and discuss District Accountability Committee (DAC) plans for spring semester 2023. No votes or decisions on these items are listed; the only action item is adjournment.
- Review of the 2023-24 Draft Strategic Financial Plan (attachment: 2023-24 Strategic Financial Plan Final Draft.pdf)
- Discussion with the District Accountability Executive Team on DAC focus for spring semester 2023
- Meeting held at 6500 East Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303 at 5:00 PM
- Only listed action item is adjournment
Regular Meeting
The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education met on January 10, 2023, approving its agenda and a consent group covering personnel items, meeting minutes, three school donations, and an electrical contract. The board received an enrollment update showing overall K-12 enrollment down 565 students (-2.0%) from last year, with declines at every level. Members also heard information on proposed new courses, a fee-review timeline with a planned May vote, a revision to the early-graduation form, an update on the 2022 bond program, and a legislative update. No action was taken on the information items.
- Enrollment as of October 3, 2022 stands at 27,522; total K-12 down 565 students (-2.0%) from last year
- Contract approved with North/Western Electrical Corporation for $364,758.60 to replace Boulder High School electrical switchgear, funded by the Operations and Technology Fund
- Donation of $40,000 from Friends of BCSIS to BCSIS Elementary for a shade structure
- Donation of $66,368.33 from the Eisenhower PTA to Eisenhower Elementary, including $49,643.33 for staff hours and $16,725.00 for classroom materials
- Donation of $30,000 from the Foothill Elementary PTO to Foothill Elementary, including $25,650 for staff hours and $4,350 for student support, materials and scholarships