Des Moines Independent Community School District public meetings in 2023

Board of Directors - Board Development

The Des Moines School Board will hold a session titled 'School Finance 101' to discuss financial topics. The meeting is scheduled for December 27, 2023, at 4:30pm at 2100 Fleur Drive.

• School Finance 101 session
• Board Finance Overview discussion
• Meeting at 2100 Fleur Drive

Board of Directors - Board Retreat I

The Board of Directors is conducting a board retreat focused on board development and training. The session includes legal training on school laws and a review of the Board Governance Manual.

• Legal training on school laws and regulations presented by Miriam Van Heukelem
• Annual review of the Board Governance Manual
• Discussion on long-term planning, budget planning, and the SOFG calendar

Board of Directors

The Des Moines Independent Community School District Board of Directors met to approve a consent agenda including software renewals and project payments. The board also accepted a financial monitoring report regarding general fund expenditures.

• Approved renewing Microsoft licensing for 24 months for $2,450,000.00
• Approved payment of bills in the amount of $5,776,318.75
• Final acceptance of the B973 Monroe Chiller project with contractor Central Iowa Mechanical
• Accepted monitoring report for Guardrail 5: Finance regarding general fund expenditures
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 21, 2023

The Board approved three requests for modified allowable growth totaling over $8.2 million for FY 2023-24. Other actions included approving a property conveyance near Hiatt Middle School and authorizing $5.7 million in payments.

• Approved $5,776,318.75 in previously authorized bills (7-0)
• Approved property conveyance and temporary easement at 1427 E. University Ave near Hiatt Middle School (7-0)
• Approved $3,829,935 MAG request for Limited English Proficient program expenditures (7-0)
• Approved $4,165,148 MAG request for increased open enrollment out (7-0)
• Approved $213,937 MAG request for increased enrollment (7-0)
• Approved termination of a continuing teaching contract (7-0)
• Approved 24-month Microsoft licensing renewal (7-0)
• Approved print shop equipment and service contract (7-0)

Board of Directors

This agenda item is solely a greeting event for visiting officials at Hoover High School. The Board explicitly states it is not a meeting and no district business will be discussed or deliberated. No decisions or actions are scheduled.

• Greeting event at Hoover High School at 9:30 a.m. on December 4, 2023

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The board will review October financial statements and bank records. The meeting includes updates regarding school events and progress on Spring Tours for 5th Graders.

• Review of October Financials & Bank Statement
• Progress update on Spring Tours for 5th Graders
• Committee updates including Executive, Fundraising, and Grant committees

Board of Directors

The board will discuss a monitoring report on Goal 3, which aims to increase math proficiency for Black male 11th graders from 17.7% to 45% by 2026. They will also vote on a consent agenda including $9,069,811.71 in bills, $757,960.91 in procurements, and accept monitoring reports on equity guardrails. A public hearing resolution for property conveyance near Hiatt Middle School is also on consent.

• Monitoring report on Goal 3: increasing Black male 11th-grade math proficiency from 17.7% to 45% by 2026
• Consent agenda approval of $9,069,811.71 in bills and $757,960.91 in procurement transactions
• Monitoring reports on Guardrail 1 (equitable treatment of students) and Guardrail 3 (staff diversity)
• Resolution to hold a public hearing on property conveyance to City of Des Moines near Hiatt Middle School

The Board of Directors accepted the election canvass and swore in new members. The board elected its new leadership and approved several facility contracts and payment authorizations. A work session was held to discuss the Community Engagement & Outreach plan.

• Approved $9,069,811.71 in bills and $757,960.91 in procurement transactions (7-0)
• Accepted monitoring report IG3a for High School Math (7-0)
• Approved plans for Carver Elementary HVAC upgrades (7-0)
• Approved plans for Central Nutrition Center cooler/freezer door replacement (6-0)
• Accepted election canvass declaring Kimberly Martorano, Anna Campos, and Patrick Dix elected (7-0)
• Elected Jackie Norris as Board Chair (6-1 abstain)
• Elected Maria Alonzo-Diaz as Board Vice-Chair (6-1 abstain)
• Adopted School Board Governance Policies, District Policies and Procedures (7-0)

Audit Committee Meeting

The Des Moines Independent Community School District Audit Committee will meet to approve the agenda, introduce new members, and receive updates on the internal audit and CFO reports. The committee will also discuss the schedule for future meetings.

• Approval of Agenda
• Introduction of new Audit Committee members
• Internal Audit update: RHS Softball Program Investigation
• CFO update
• Discussion on future meeting schedule

The committee reviewed internal audit reports regarding the misuse of funds in athletic programs and discussed ongoing investigations into school coordinators and fundraising. The CFO provided updates on a January cyber incident, student enrollment declines, and the automation of the ACFR process. No formal votes were recorded.

• Reviewed internal audit report on Roosevelt High School softball program misappropriation
• Discussed ongoing investigation into 38 community schools coordinators' June 2023 conference
• Discussed investigation into Roosevelt High School volleyball fundraising involving an LLC
• Reported implementation of GASB96, GASB 86, and GASB 101

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The Des Moines Teachers Retirement System will hold a virtual monthly meeting to approve the agenda, review the third-quarter report, and discuss the annual meeting and election results. The next meeting is scheduled for the second Wednesday of every month.

• Approval of agenda
• Review of 3Q 2023 Teachers Report
• Annual Meeting Review
• Election Results
• Next meeting date set

Board of Directors

The board accepted monitoring reports on early literacy goals for all fourth-grade students and for black male students, showing progress toward 2026 targets. Consent items were approved, including a $400,200 purchase of 10 used passenger vans for high schools and a special education contract amendment with Heartland AEA 11. The meeting also included district recognitions and a public forum.

• Accepted monitoring report for Goal 1: all fourth-grade students ISASP ELA proficiency target from 52.7% to 67% by June 2026
• Accepted monitoring report for Goal 2: black male fourth-grade students ISASP ELA proficiency target from 29.5% to 67% by June 2026
• Approved purchase of 10 used 12-passenger vans for $400,200 using SAVE funding for high school transportation
• Approved special education contract amendment with Heartland AEA 11
• Approved consent agenda including bills totaling $3,433,827.71 and minutes from October 17, 2023

The Board approved a consent agenda including $3,433,827.71 in bills and various facility contracts. Plans for a new track and field at Lincoln High School and flooring renovations at Brubaker Elementary School were approved following public hearings. The Board also accepted monitoring reports regarding early literacy goals.

• Approved consent agenda including $3,433,827.71 in bills (6-0)
• Approved plans for Lincoln High New Track & Field Project (6-0)
• Approved plans for Brubaker Elementary School Flooring Renovation (6-0)
• Accepted monitoring report for Goal 1 All Students Early Literacy (6-0)
• Accepted monitoring report for Goal 2 Black Male Students Early Literacy (6-0)
• Approved FY25 School Calendar and amendment to FY24 School Calendar (6-0)
• Approved contract for Stowe Flooring Renovations (6-0)
• Approved contracts for Central Nutrition Center and Roosevelt High School Library upgrades (6-0)

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review September financials, and discuss committee updates. The agenda includes a progress update on Spring Tours for 5th Graders and the scheduling of the next board meetings.

• Approval of the minutes
• Review of September financials and bank statement
• Progress update on Spring Tours for 5th Graders
• Committee updates (Executive, Fundraising, Ad Hoc Event, etc.)
• Annual Meeting discussion

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Annual Meeting - Hybrid

The Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Advisory Committee will hold its annual meeting. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, a plan update, presentation of the annual report and financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2023, an overview of BTC Capital Management, and an election for the Advisory Committee. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date.

• Agenda approval
• Plan update discussion
• Annual report and financials presentation
• BTC Capital Management overview
• Advisory Committee election

The board reviewed a financial summary showing unrealized losses decreased from over $34 million to $4.3 million. The meeting also addressed vacancies and upcoming elections for the advisory committee.

• Reported unrealized loss of $4.3 million for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023
• Noted Lucy Ankenbauer is in the process of filling a representative vacancy

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda including $6.75 million in bills and contracts, a contract for exterior wall restoration at Central Academy, and final acceptance of a Central Campus voltage removal project.

• Approval of $5,981,980.60 in bills and $768,832.24 in procurement transactions
• Award of contract for Central Academy exterior wall restoration to Bi-State Masonry ($190,634)
• Final acceptance of Central Campus voltage removal project (Van Maanen Electric, $85,296)
• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2023
• Approval of Northwestern Student Practicum Contract

The Board approved a request for up to $1,800,000 in modified allowable growth for FY 2024 to cover Limited English Program costs. They also approved several facility upgrade plans and a series of construction contracts. A consent agenda including over $6.7M in payments and procurement was passed.

• Approved request to SBRC for up to $1,800,000 for FY 2024 Limited English Program costs (7-0)
• Approved $5,981,980.60 in bills and $768,832.24 in procurement transactions (7-0)
• Approved HVAC upgrade plans for Hoover High, River Woods Elementary, Studebaker Elementary, and South Union Elementary (7-0)
• Approved restroom and window replacement plans for Monroe Elementary (7-0)
• Approved contracts for exterior restoration at Central Academy, Garton, Greenwood, and Park Avenue Elementary (7-0)
• Approved contracts for restroom upgrades at Cattell, Greenwood, King, and McKee Education Center (7-0)
• Approved contracts for Hoover High re-roofing and Central Campus culinary renovations (7-0)
• Tabled consent item D16 to a subsequent meeting (7-0)

Board of Directors

The Des Moines school board approved a consent agenda including $5,635,931.47 in bills, restroom upgrades at Hoyt Middle School, and final payments for various construction projects.

• Approval of $5,635,931.47 in bills
• Contract for Hoyt Middle School restroom upgrades ($299,000)
• Purchase of 41 iMacs for Central Campus labs ($96,000)
• Final acceptance of North High School gym project ($457,813)
• Final acceptance of Kurtz Exterior Restoration project ($413,400)

The Board approved a request for $9,957,111.59 in Modified Allowable Growth and Supplemental Aid to cover a special education deficit. Members also approved several school facility upgrade plans and authorized over $5.6 million in payments.

• Approved request to SBRC for $9,957,111.59 for Special Education Deficit FY 2023 (6-0)
• Approved $5,635,931.47 in previously authorized bills (6-0)
• Approved plans for Capitol View Elementary grease interceptor upgrades (6-0)
• Approved plans for Capitol View Elementary restroom upgrades (6-0)
• Approved plans for Perkins Elementary HVAC upgrades (6-0)
• Approved plans for Meredith Middle School restroom upgrades (6-0)
• Approved recommendation to terminate a continuing teaching contract (6-0)
• Approved consent items including Hoyt Middle School restroom contract and iMac purchases (6-0)

***CANCELLED*** Special Session

The Des Moines Independent Community School District cancelled its Special Session scheduled for September 29, 2023. The agenda included a proposed contract for leadership development.

• Cancelled Special Session
• Leadership Development contract ($116,000)

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board will review the August financial statements and bank statement, discuss the superintendent introductions, and consider funding opportunities. A key item is a proposed $50,000 disbursement from the Call Foundation Event to support food‑security efforts. The board will also receive updates from its committees and plan the upcoming annual meeting on October 23, 2023.

• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Financial update: review of August financials and bank statement
• Discussion of a $50,000 disbursement from the Call Foundation for food security
• Committee updates covering fundraising, bylaws, grants, and other areas
• Scheduling of the annual meeting for October 23, 2023 and future board meetings

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda that included final payments for two elementary HVAC improvement projects and a $100,000 agreement for a Student Assistance Program. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and a batch of personnel recommendations.

• Approval of $1.35M and $1.94M HVAC projects at Hillis and Morris Elementary
• Approval of $100,000 Student Assistance Program agreement
• Approval of $7.87M in bills and $657K in procurement transactions
• Approval of September 5, 2023 Board meeting minutes
• Approval of personnel recommendations

The Board approved HVAC upgrades for Phillips Elementary and library renovations for Roosevelt High School. It also authorized over $8.5 million in payments and procurement transactions. Following a private hearing, the Board voted to terminate a teacher's contract.

• Approved $7,873,115.43 in bills and $657,505.17 in procurement card transactions (4-0)
• Approved HVAC upgrade plans for Phillips Elementary (4-0)
• Approved library renovation plans for Roosevelt High School (4-0)
• Terminated the contract of one teacher following a private hearing (4-0)
• Approved contract for B9017 Lincoln High School Entry Renovation (4-0)
• Rejected all bids for B9032 Lincoln High School New Running Track (4-0)
• Approved FY24 School Crossing Guard Services Agreement with City of Des Moines (4-0)
• Approved Project SEARCH Contract Renewal (4-0)

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The DMTRS Advisory Committee will consider approval of the agenda, then discuss the annual report for the year ending June 30, 2023. They will also receive updates on the annual meeting and elections. The meeting concludes with setting the next meeting date for October 11.

• Approval of agenda
• Review and discussion of DMTRS Annual Report for year ending June 30, 2023
• Update on annual meeting
• Update on elections
• Next meeting date set for October 11

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda that included $20.2 million in bills and $555,706 in procurement transactions. The board also approved final payments for various construction projects and a contract for pharmacy benefit services.

• Approval of $20,197,615.56 in bills and $555,706.01 in procurement transactions
• Award of contract for Pharmacy Benefit Services to Gallagher Benefits Services, Inc. ($125,000)
• Final acceptance of B8856 East and Roosevelt Dugout Replacements project ($782,337.53)
• Approval of Principal Life Insurance FY24 expenditures ($1,500,000)
• Approval of Personnel List

The Board approved plans for refrigeration, restroom, and roofing upgrades across several district sites. It also awarded a contract for a Facility Condition Assessment to BBS Architects / Engineers and approved over $39 million in consent agenda payments.

• Approved $19,001,788.61 in authorized bills, $20,197,615.56 in procurement card transactions, and $555,706.01 in procurement transactions (7-0)
• Approved refrigeration upgrades at Central Nutrition Center (7-0)
• Approved restroom upgrades at Cattell Elementary (7-0)
• Approved roof repair at Hoover High School (7-0)
• Approved masonry restoration at Park Avenue Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved restroom upgrades at Hoyt Middle School (7-0)
• Approved culinary renovations at Central Campus (7-0)
• Awarded Facility Condition Assessment contract to BBS Architects / Engineers (7-0)

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board met to approve prior meeting minutes and review June and July financials. The agenda included updates on school board initiatives, funding opportunities for robotics and art training, and committee reports.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Review of June and July financials
• Discussion on Teach Art Training funding ($4750)
• Approval of Donna K. Murphy Fund for event planning
• Upcoming OneRun event on September 23, 2023

Board of Directors - Board Retreat II

The Des Moines Independent Community School District Board of Directors is holding a special meeting and work session at Central Campus to discuss board development.

• Board Development - SOFG discussion
• Work session at 1800 Grand Ave
• Special Meeting, GP 1.3 category

Board of Directors - Board Retreat I

This is a board retreat for the Des Moines Independent Community School District. The only agenda item is a discussion on board development under the SOFG framework. No votes or concrete actions are scheduled.

• Board Development - SOFG discussion

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The Des Moines Teachers Retirement System Advisory Committee will hold a virtual monthly meeting to approve the agenda, receive an update on the BTC report including the 2Q 2023 DSM Teachers Report, and set the next meeting for September 13. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• BTC Report update with 2Q 2023 DSM Teachers Report (1,641 KB)
• Next meeting scheduled for September 13

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors met to approve a consent agenda including significant expenditures and project completions. The board also reviewed a monitoring report regarding mathematics proficiency goals for Black male eleventh grade students.

• Approval of bills totaling $19,001,788.61 and procurement card transactions of $2,018,850.83
• Final acceptance of East Auditorium Renovations with a contract amount of $4,261,017.00
• Final acceptance of HVAC improvements at Brody ($1,057,246.00), Stowe ($910,730.00), and Goodrell ($890,348.00)
• Final acceptance of Roosevelt Parking Lot Updates with a contract amount of $91,541.00
• Approval of Microsoft Surface laptop purchases for staff to replace 1,400 leased devices

The Board approved plans and specifications for a new running track and main building entry renovation at Lincoln High School. Additionally, the board approved a consent agenda including over $21 million in payments and procurement transactions.

• Approved plans for Lincoln High School new running track (6-0)
• Approved plans for Lincoln High School entry renovation (6-0)
• Approved $19,001,788.61 in previously authorized bills (6-0)
• Approved $2,018,850.83 in procurement card transactions (6-0)
• Approved consent items including Microsoft Surface laptop staff purchase, bucket truck, and security window film (6-0)
• Approved E-Rate connectivity project for preschool and elementary buildings (6-0)
• Approved DMPS Paraeducator to Teacher Pathway Program (6-0)

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The Des Moines Teachers Retirement System Advisory Committee will meet virtually to discuss plan document revisions (Article 4) and receive a 401 update. The agenda also includes approval of the meeting minutes and setting the meeting frequency for the next school year. No votes or financial decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Article 4 of the plan document revisions
• 401 update (no further details provided)
• Agenda approval and setting of next meeting date

Board of Directors

The board approved a consent agenda including $654,000 for state-required accountability assessments for FY24 and FY25, approved minutes from three prior meetings, and authorized the Level 1 Investigators list for 2023–2024. A public forum and district recognitions were also held.

• Approved $654,000 for ISASP and ELPA21 testing fees (FY24 & FY25)
• Approved consent agenda including bills totaling $6,957,327.97
• Approved minutes from June 20, June 23, and June 30, 2023 meetings
• Approved Level 1 Investigators list for 2023–2024 school year
• Held public forum and district recognitions presentation

The Board approved a consent agenda including $6,957,327.97 in previously authorized bills and several contracts. Members also approved the FY24 election lists for administrators, teachers, and specialists and a recommendation to terminate a continuing teacher contract.

• Approved consent agenda including $6,957,327.97 in bills (7-0)
• Approved FY24 election lists for administrators, teachers, and specialists (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to terminate a continuing teacher contract (7-0)
• Approved June 20, June 23, and June 30, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Bi-State Masonry contract change for Carver Exterior Restoration (7-0)
• Approved contract award for McCombs Classroom Renovation (7-0)
• Approved MOU with DMEA regarding Personal Leave (7-0)

Special Session

The Des Moines School Board approved a contract with Jester Insurance for $4,789,990.60 and modified Director District boundaries to align with new precinct lines.

• Contract with Jester Insurance for $4,789,990.60
• Resolution to modify Director District Boundaries
• Approval of Agenda
• Adjournment of Special Session

The Board of Directors adopted a resolution to modify district boundaries and confirm the method of election following the 2020 census. The board also approved an insurance and risk management contract for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Approved resolution to modify Director District Boundaries and confirm method of election (7-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 contract with Jester Insurance (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board will review May financials and bank statements, discuss funding opportunities including a $4,750 Teach Art Training grant and Robotics, and receive committee updates. The board will also consider approving prior meeting minutes and note there is no July meeting.

• Discussion of funding opportunities: Robotics and Teach Art Training ($4,750)
• Review of May financials and bank statement
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Committee updates and new business including setting committee goals
• No July board meeting; next meeting August 28

Special Session

The Des Moines school board voted unanimously to approve a settlement of pending litigation. No other substantive items were discussed; the meeting lasted seven minutes.

• Approval of a settlement agreement for pending litigation (no dollar or party details given)

The Des Moines Public Schools Board of Directors met for a special session to review a settlement agreement. The board voted unanimously to approve the agreement.

• Approved the agenda (6-0)
• Approved settlement agreement (6-0)

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors reviewed student outcome monitoring reports regarding fourth-grade proficiency goals. The board also approved several consent items, including a contract renewal for biometric screenings.

• Monitoring Report - Goal 1: Fourth Grade ISASP ELA proficiency
• Monitoring Report - Goal 2: Black Male Fourth Grade ISASP ELA proficiency
• Biometric Screening renewal contract with Unity Point Health ($180,000.00)
• Approval of bills totaling $12,240,733.33
• Approval of procurement card transactions totaling $932,610.99

The Board approved over $13 million in bills and procurement card transactions. Members also approved plans for culinary and welding renovations at Central Campus and passed two monitoring reports. The meeting included a work session regarding superintendent transition and evaluation committees.

• Approved bills of $12,240,733.33 and procurement card transactions of $932,610.99 (5-0)
• Approved plans for Central Campus culinary and welding renovations (5-0)
• Approved Monitoring Report for Goal 1 (5-0)
• Approved Monitoring Report for Goal 2 (5-0)
• Approved consent items including FY24 employee benefits, substitute rates, and bus purchases (5-0)
• Approved legal services for Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. (5-0)
• Approved non-bargained increases and trades salary schedule for FY24 (5-0)

Board of Directors

The board voted on consent items including approval of bills and procurement card transactions totaling over $10 million, a $225,284 security system upgrade at East High School, and renewal of audit services with RSM US LLP. They also received a monitoring report on Guardrail 4 (Safe & Welcome) as part of the district’s governance model.

• Approval of bills previously authorized in the amount of $9,190,043.57 and procurement card transactions of $821,296.22
• East High School Software House Conversion and Status Point Installation contract awarded to Basepoint Building Automations for $225,284 from SAVE funds
• Renewal of audit services contract with RSM US LLP for FY 2023 at $104,000 base fee plus $5,000 per major program tested
• Monitoring report on Guardrail 4 (Safe & Welcome) with survey metrics on school safety and sense of belonging for grades 6-12
• Approval of minutes from the May 16, 2023 board meeting

The Board of Directors approved a consent agenda including $9.19 million in bills and $821,296.22 in procurement card transactions. The board also approved 28E Agreements for preschool partnerships. A personnel recommendation to terminate a certified teacher's contract was received and filed.

• Approved bills for payment of $9,190,043.57 (7-0)
• Approved procurement card transactions of $821,296.22 (7-0)
• Approved Preschool 28E Agreements for listed vendors (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved East High School Software House Conversion (7-0)
• Approved Audit Services contract with RSM US LLP (7-0)
• Approved Head Start Delegate Agreement FY24 (7-0)
• Approved contract for Ruby Van Meter School Playground (7-0)

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The Advisory Committee will discuss proposed revisions to the Plan Document. The committee is also scheduled to receive a 401 update.

• Discussion of Plan Document Article 4 revisions
• 401 Update discussion
• Setting meeting frequency for the next school year

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board met to approve meeting minutes and review April financials, including a $5,000 return netted against other contributions. The board also received updates from the School Board and committees and discussed future meeting dates.

• Approval of May 22, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes
• Review of April Financials and Bank Statement
• School Board Update
• Committee Updates
• Discussion of committee goals and next steps

Board of Directors - Board Development

This is a special meeting of the Des Moines Independent Community School District Board of Directors dedicated solely to board development. The only agenda item is a discussion on board development, with no proposed actions, votes, or public hearings. The agenda is entirely procedural and contains no substantive decisions or proposals.

• Board development discussion (no decisions or proposals)

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda including $4,100,853.09 in bills, minutes from a prior meeting, and a fee schedule for FY2023 and FY2024. The board also approved a contract for chiller installation at Monroe Elementary School.

• Approval of bills totaling $4,100,853.09
• Approval of Fee Schedule for FY2023 and FY2024
• Approval of Monroe Elementary School chiller installation contract ($203,852)
• Approval of May 2, 2023 board minutes
• Monitoring report for Guardrail 2 student outcomes

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on May 10, 2023. The agenda includes a discussion of the first quarter 2023 investment report and revisions to the plan document. An action item on an active vacancy is also scheduled.

• Discussion of DMTRS First Quarter Investment Report for 2023
• Plan Document Revisions – committee to review Article 4
• Action on an active vacancy within DMTRS
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for June 14, 2023

Board of Directors

The Des Moines Board of Directors approved a consent agenda including bills totaling $5,665,768.82 and minutes from previous meetings. The board also received a monitoring report on Goal 2 regarding Black male fourth-grade student proficiency.

• Approval of bills and procurement cards totaling $5,665,768.82
• Approval of Avenue Scholars lease agreement at Central Campus ($2.50/sq ft)
• Monitoring report on Goal 2: Black male fourth-grade student proficiency
• Approval of minutes from April 18, 2023 Regular Meeting
• Approval of minutes from April 11-13, 2023 Special Sessions

The Board of Directors approved the monitoring report for Goal 2 and passed a consent agenda including over $5.6 million in bills and procurement card transactions. The board also approved minutes from five previous sessions and various personnel and project contracts.

• Approved monitoring report for Goal 2 (6-0)
• Approved $4,979,437.86 in previously authorized bills (6-0)
• Approved $686,330.96 in procurement card transactions (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 11, 12, 13, 18, and 22, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Avenue Scholars agreement for Central Campus (6-0)
• Approved RFI8807 Science Materials (6-0)
• Approved RFP8915 HVAC Testing and Balancing Services (6-0)
• Approved PE Exemption Waiver for 2023-2024 (6-0)

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board will meet to vote on a Giving Policy, review March financials including a netted check discrepancy, and receive updates from the school board and a Turn Around Arts presentation. The board also plans to set committee goals for next steps.

• Vote on Giving Policy (Item 5)
• Review of March financials: duplicate $5,000 check returned, netted against $3,000 contributions resulting in ($2,000) reported for March
• Approval of March minutes with note on financial reconciliation
• Turn Around Arts presentation
• New business: committee goals discussion before May meeting

Closed Session

The Des Moines School Board voted to enter a closed session to discuss confidential records and evaluate the professional competency of an individual. The session was held at 2100 Fleur, Conference Room B, and is not open to the public.

• Motion to enter closed session passed 7-0
• Closed session to discuss confidential records and personnel evaluation
• Meeting held at 2100 Fleur, Conference Room B
• No public access during the closed session
• Board adjourned after the closed session

The Board of Directors met in a closed session to review confidential records and evaluate professional competency. No substantive actions or decisions were recorded in the open portions of the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0)

Board of Directors

The Des Moines school board is meeting to discuss and take action on a monitoring report for Goal 1, which aims to increase 4th-grade reading proficiency. They will also vote on a consent agenda that includes approving bills totaling $4,086,654.37, final acceptance of construction projects, and a $980,447.52 contract for HVAC controllers. A public forum and district recognitions are scheduled before the work session.

• Monitoring report on Goal 1: increase 4th-grade ISASP ELA proficiency from 52.7% to 67% by June 2026
• Consent agenda includes bills previously authorized for payment: $4,086,654.37
• Final acceptance of Community Stadium special foundation work – contract $84,000 to Foundation Services
• Final acceptance of McKinley casework/grease interceptor – contract $322,712 to Graphite
• Award to Johnson Controls for Metasys M4 Controllers – $980,447.52 using ESSER funds

The Board approved a consent agenda including $4,086,654.37 in authorized payments and various district agreements. Members also voted to approve the monitoring report for Goal 1 and terminate specific continuing teaching contracts.

• Approved $4,086,654.37 in previously authorized bills (7-0)
• Approved monitoring report for Goal 1 (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to terminate continuing teaching contracts (7-0)
• Approved sharing agreement with DMACC for concurrent enrollment and career academy (7-0)
• Approved 28E Agreement for shared use of City of Des Moines Park & Rec and district facilities (7-0)
• Approved RFP8643 9-12 English Language Arts Curriculum (7-0)
• Approved Panorama Education for FY24 (7-0)
• Approved Van Meter Playground Equipment and Safety Surfacing (7-0)

Closed Session III

The Des Moines school board held a special closed session on April 13, 2023, voting unanimously to go into closed session under Iowa Code to review confidential records and evaluate the professional competency of an individual. The meeting was not open to the public, and no other substantive business was conducted.

• Motion to go into closed session per Iowa Code §21.5(1)(a) and §21.5(1)(i)
• Unanimous vote (7-0) to proceed with closed session
• Closed session covered confidential records review and personnel competency evaluation
• Board returned to open session solely to adjourn

The Board of Directors met in a closed session to discuss confidential records and evaluate the professional competency of an individual. No substantive public decisions were recorded during this session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0)

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The Des Moines Teachers Retirement System Advisory Committee will discuss proposed revisions to Article 4 of the plan document and take action on an active vacancy. Members will also approve the meeting agenda and note that the school board previously approved a committee recommendation in April 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for May 10.

• Approval of meeting agenda
• Discussion of Plan Document Revisions for Article 4
• Action on an active vacancy in the committee
• Information item: School Board approved committee recommendation on April 4, 2022
• Next meeting date: May 10

Closed Session II

The Des Moines Independent Community School District Board of Directors held a special session on April 12, 2023, to conduct a closed meeting. The board met at 2100 Fleur Dr to discuss confidential records and evaluate the professional competency of an individual, as permitted by Iowa law. The session concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Closed session for confidential records and personnel evaluations
• Meeting location: 2100 Fleur Dr, Des Moines
• Social dinner with candidates prior to interviews
• Procedural special session
• No public access during closed session

The Board of Directors met in a closed session to discuss confidential records and evaluate the professional competency of an individual. No substantive public decisions were recorded during this session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0)

Closed Session I

This is a special closed session of the Des Moines school board. The board will meet in open session to vote to enter closed session under Iowa Code sections 21.5(1)(a) and (i), covering confidential records and evaluation of a candidate's professional competency. No public access is allowed during the closed session. The board will reconvene in open session to adjourn.

• Motion to go into closed session per Iowa Code 21.5(1)(a) and (i) passed unanimously
• Closed session to review confidential records and evaluate candidate competency
• Social dinner with candidates prior to interviews (not a meeting under Iowa Open Meetings Act)
• Board will return to open session only to adjourn

The Board of Directors met in a closed session to review confidential records and evaluate the professional competency of an individual. No substantive public decisions were recorded during this session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0)

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda that included the payment of $12,914,500.35 in bills and $571,459.20 in procurement card transactions. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and a policy update.

• Approval of $12,914,500.35 in bills
• Approval of $571,459.20 in procurement card transactions
• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2023
• Approval of minutes from Special Sessions in February and March
• Approval of District Policy Change 418.1

The Board of Directors adopted the proposed budget for FY 2024 and approved a budget amendment for FY 2023. Members also approved several facility improvement plans and a consent agenda including over $13 million in bills.

• Adopted proposed FY 2024 budget (7-0)
• Approved FY 2023 budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved plans for Ruby Van Meter School playground (7-0)
• Approved plans for Lincoln High School gymnasium floor refinish (7-0)
• Approved plans for Monroe Elementary chiller installation (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $12,914,500.35 in bills and $571,459.20 in procurement card transactions (7-0)
• Approved contract for Merrill Middle School walking track and basketball court (7-0)
• Approved contract for Moulton Elementary restroom renovations (7-0)

Closed Session II

The Des Moines School Board voted to enter a closed session to discuss the professional competency of an individual whose hiring is being considered. The session was held on April 1, 2023, at 2100 Fleur, Conference Room C.

• Closed session to evaluate professional competency of an individual
• Motion to enter closed session passed by board members
• Meeting held at 2100 Fleur, Conference Room C

The board met in a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session per Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i) (7-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0)

Board of Directors - Board Development

The Des Moines Independent Community School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting focused on board development. The session will take place at the Wakonda Country Club following a closed session.

• Board Development discussion
• Meeting at Wakonda Country Club
• 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA

Special/Closed Session I

The Des Moines Independent Community School District Board of Directors held a special closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual per Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i). They also discussed and reviewed interview questions, order, and rubric. The session was closed to the public, and the board voted unanimously to enter closed session and later adjourned.

• Discussed review of interview questions, order, and rubric for hiring or evaluation process.
• Voted to enter closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate an individual's professional competency.
• Unanimous vote (7-0) to go into closed session; all board members present.
• Session concluded with motion to return to open session and adjourn.

The Board reviewed interview questions, the order of questions, and a rubric. The Board voted to enter a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual.

• Approved motion to enter closed session per Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i) (7-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0)

Special Session

The Board of Directors held a special session to enter a closed session per Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i). This session was used to evaluate the professional competency of an individual regarding appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge.

• Motion to enter closed session per Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i) passed

The Board of Directors met in a special session and voted to enter a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual. The board later returned to open session and adjourned. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session per Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i) (7-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0)

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, review February financial statements, and discuss grant updates and committee reports.

• Approval of the minutes from the previous meeting
• Review of February financials and bank statement
• Grant updates from BWA, Prairie Meadows, and Principal Foundation
• Discussion of the Giving Committee's policy and approval request
• One Run 2023 event scheduled for September 23 at Water Works Park

Board of Directors Special Session & Work Session

The Des Moines School Board approved a boundary change with Carlisle Community School District to resolve a discrepancy at Three Lakes Estates. The board also approved tentative agreements with the Des Moines Education Association and AFSCME, along with personnel recommendations and two infrastructure projects.

• Boundary change with Carlisle Community School District
• Tentative agreement with Des Moines Education Association
• Tentative agreement with AFSCME
• Cisco network infrastructure upgrade ($7,000,000)
• Hoover athletic complex connectivity project ($159,100)

The Board approved tentative agreements with the Des Moines Education Association and AFSCME Local 2048. Members also authorized a boundary change with the Carlisle Community School District and approved network infrastructure upgrades. A work session was held to discuss the FY24 Budget.

• Approved boundary change with Carlisle Community School District (7-0)
• Approved Tentative Agreement with Des Moines Education Association (7-0)
• Approved Tentative Agreement with AFSCME Local 2048 (7-0)
• Approved Personnel List recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Cisco Network Infrastructure upgrade (7-0)
• Approved Hoover Athletic Complex Connectivity Project upgrade (7-0)

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The Des Moines Teachers Retirement System advisory committee will approve the agenda, discuss plan document revisions to Article 4, and receive an update on costing projections pending review by the interim superintendent and CFO. No final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Agenda approval (action item)
• Committee recommendation on costing projections—pending review by interim superintendent and CFO
• Discussion of plan document revisions to Article 4
• Next meeting scheduled for April 12, 2023

The advisory committee voted to recommend that the board approve an employer contribution to a 401a plan for DMTRS participants with contribution rates below 9.5%. This recommendation was added to the April 4, 2023, Des Moines Public School Board agenda. The committee also began reviewing plan document revisions.

• Recommended employer contribution to 401a plan for participants below 9.5% (5-0, 2 no vote)
• Tabled review of plan document pages 12-19 until the next meeting

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda including $6,308,835.95 in bills, the final acceptance of several school construction projects, and a contract for South Union Elementary parking lot improvements. The board also received a monitoring report on a goal to increase math proficiency for Black male students.

• Approval of $6,308,835.95 in bills
• Award of $130,365 contract for South Union parking lot improvements
• Final acceptance of Callanan Middle School restroom remodel ($273,965)
• Final acceptance of Madison Elementary HVAC upgrades ($903,932.33)
• Monitoring report on Goal 3: increasing Black male math proficiency

The Board approved a consent agenda including $6,308,835.95 in payments and several facility contracts. They also approved the termination of continuing teaching contracts. A report on Goal 3 was tabled for further discussion on evaluation systems.

• Approved consent agenda including $6,308,835.95 in payments (7-0)
• Approved contract for B8894 South Union Parking Lot Improvements (7-0)
• Approved contract for B8908 Carver Elementary Flooring and Accessibility Improvements (7-0)
• Approved contract for B8896 Roosevelt Boiler House Restrooms (7-0)
• Approved contract for B8899 Central Campus Basement Renovations (7-0)
• Approved contract for B8897 Hiatt MS Secured Entry (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to terminate continuing teaching contracts (7-0)
• Tabled Board Report for Goal 3

Special Session

The Des Moines Independent Community School District Board held a special session on February 28, 2023. The board moved to a closed session under Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment or employment is being considered. After the closed session, the board returned to open session and voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Motion to go into closed session per Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate professional competency of an individual (passed)
• Motion to return to open session and adjourn the meeting (passed)

The board met for a special session and voted to enter a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual. The meeting then returned to open session and adjourned.

• Approved motion to enter closed session per Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i) (6-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0)

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The board will review January financial statements and bank records. The agenda includes updates on grants, committee reports, and a giving request for Oak Park student performances.

• Review of January financials and bank statement
• Grant updates regarding BWA Grant and Prairie Meadows
• Giving request from Oak Park music teacher for $70.41 in props and costumes
• Update on One Run 2023 scheduled for September 23 at Water Works Park

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda that included $5.2 million in bills and the submission of grant applications totaling $84,000. The board also approved the FY24 Downtown School calendar and rejected all bids for a restroom and flooring project at Hoyt Middle School due to costs.

• Approval of $5.2M in bills and procurement card transactions
• Submission of $84,000 in grant applications to Prairie Meadows
• Approval of FY24 Downtown School calendar
• Rejection of all bids for Hoyt Middle School restroom and flooring upgrades
• Approval of February 7, 2023 board minutes

The Board approved a request for $331,708.93 for special education administrative costs for the 2023/2024 school year. Members also approved site improvements for Merrill Middle School and an electrical easement for the DMPS Community Stadium. Additionally, the Board rejected all bids for four separate school facility upgrade projects.

• Approved $331,708.93 application to SBRC for special education administrative costs (7-0)
• Approved plans for Merrill Middle School site improvements (7-0)
• Approved permanent underground electrical easement to MidAmerican Energy Company (7-0)
• Approved $4,827,471.50 in authorized bills and $401,606.87 in procurement card transactions (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Hoyt Middle School restroom and flooring upgrades (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Oak Park Elementary flooring, HVAC, and ADA improvements (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Capitol View acoustic, grease interceptor, and restroom upgrades (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Studebaker Elementary HVAC, flooring, and accessibility improvements (7-0)

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The Des Moines Teachers Retirement System advisory committee will approve the agenda and receive updates on the BTC End of Year, including a 4Q 2022 report, a committee recommendation, and plan document revisions. No votes on expenditures or benefit changes are listed.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• BTC End of Year Update with 4Q 2022 DSM Teachers Report (1,034 KB PDF)
• Committee recommendation on an unspecified matter
• Plan document revisions for the retirement system

The committee reviewed investment performance and discussed a proposal to increase equity weight from 30 to 40 percent. No formal votes were taken on asset allocation or employer contributions, as further cost analysis is required.

• Tabled recommendation to increase employer contribution pending cost analysis
• Assigned reading of plan document through article 4 for discussion at next meeting

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda including $7,115,569.98 in bills and rejected all bids for Perkins Elementary HVAC upgrades due to costs exceeding the budget. The board also approved minutes from January and appointed members to the Teachers Retirement System.

• Approval of $7,115,569.98 in bills
• Rejection of all bids for B8871 Perkins HVAC Upgrades
• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2023
• Approval of minutes from Special Session January 31, 2023
• Appointment of DMTRS Advisory Committee members

The Board approved plans for lower level and electrical renovations at Central Campus. A consent agenda was passed including $7,115,569.98 in authorized payments and several facility contracts. The board also received a financial update regarding the Des Moines Community Stadium.

• Approved $7,115,569.98 in previously authorized bills (6-0)
• Approved plans for Central Campus lower level renovations (6-0)
• Approved plans for Central Campus medium voltage removal (6-0)
• Awarded contract for North High Gymnasium HVAC and locker room renovation (6-0)
• Awarded contract for Windsor Elementary paving and HVAC upgrades (6-0)
• Awarded contract for restroom upgrades at Hanawalt and Hubbell Elementary (6-0)
• Awarded contract for Woodlawn Education Center grease interceptor (6-0)
• Awarded contract for Mitchell Early Learning Center restroom upgrades (6-0)

Special Session & Board Retreat

The Des Moines School Board held a special session and retreat to discuss the FY 2024 budget. The meeting included a closed session and a work session focused on budget ground rules and the SOFG budget framework.

• Closed session to discuss confidential records
• Work session on FY 2024 Budget Preparation
• Discussion of Board Budget Ground Rules
• Review of SOFG Budget Framework

The board held a special session that primarily consisted of a closed session to discuss confidential records. Following the session, the board conducted a work session and retreat focused on the FY24 Budget.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (5-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0)

Board of Directors - Board Work Session Hybrid

The Board of Directors held a work session to discuss the search for a new DMPS Superintendent. This meeting was designated as a discussion item.

• DMPS Superintendent Search Discussion

AFSCME Negotiations

The Des Moines Independent Community School District will hold an AFSCME negotiation meeting on Thursday, Jan 26, 2023 at 2100 Fleur Drive, Conference Room B. The agenda includes an AFSCME opening at 6:00 p.m., a DMPS opening at 6:30 p.m., and a closed session at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is for discussion between AFSCME and DMPS representatives.

• 6:00 p.m. – AFSCME Opening
• 6:30 p.m. – DMPS Opening
• 7:00 p.m. – Closed Session

DMEA Negotiations

The Des Moines Independent Community School District and the Des Moines Education Association will meet to discuss contract terms. The session includes public opening statements, a closed session, and is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at 2100 Fleur Drive.

• DMEA and DMPS representatives to meet
• Public opening statements at 6:00 p.m.
• Closed session scheduled for 7:15 p.m.
• Meeting location: 2100 Fleur Drive, Conference Room B

Board of Directors - Board Retreat I

This is a special meeting/retreat of the Des Moines Independent Community School District Board of Directors. The board will discuss the superintendent search, including reviewing a compensation study, developing a superintendent profile, and outlining next steps. They will also begin 2024 budget preparation by establishing ground rules and a framework.

• Superintendent search discussion: review of compensation study, development of superintendent profile, and search next steps
• 2024 budget preparation: board budget ground rules and SOFG budget framework
• Board monitoring schedule and facilitation preparation
• Board committee assignments

Des Moines Teachers Retirement System (DMTRS) Monthly Meeting - Virtual

The Des Moines Teachers Retirement System will hold a virtual meeting to approve the agenda, review an actuarial study, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Review of actuarial study and asset returns
• Setting the date for the next meeting

The committee determined that a proposal to move to IPERS without credits is no longer viable. Members agreed to draft a recommendation letter to the school board regarding employer contribution rate inequity. The group scheduled a February discussion on shifting investment mixtures from 70/30 to 60/40.

• Determined current IPERS move proposal with no credits is not a viable option
• Agreed to draft a recommendation letter to the school board regarding employer contribution rate inequity

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda including the payment of $1,841,198.43 in bills and the award of construction contracts for Harding Library, Cowles Montessori, and Weeks Middle School. The board also rejected bids for Greenwood Elementary repairs due to budget overruns.

• Approval of $1,841,198.43 in bills
• Award of $356,500 contract for Harding Library upgrades
• Award of $221,000 contract for Cowles Montessori restroom upgrades
• Award of $221,100 contract for Weeks Middle School ADA improvements
• Rejection of bids for Greenwood Elementary door and window repairs

The Board approved plans and specifications for facility improvements at 13 different schools. It also authorized a $320,716.18 request to the School Budget Review Committee for asbestos abatement projects. Additionally, the board approved $1,841,198.43 in previously authorized bills.

• Approved $1,841,198.43 in previously authorized bills (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for B8866 Greenwood Elementary door and window repair (7-0)
• Approved contracts for upgrades at Harding Library, Cowles Montessori, Weeks Middle School, and Willard (7-0)
• Approved facility plans for 13 schools including Howe, Moulton, Hiatt, Roosevelt, Meredith, South Union, McKinley, Phillips, Greenwood, King, Studebaker, Monroe, and McCombs (7-0)
• Approved plans for B8867 Capitol View Elementary upgrades (7-0)
• Approved $320,716.18 SBRC request for asbestos abatement projects (7-0)

Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board Meeting

The Des Moines Public Schools Foundation Board will meet to elect officers for the coming year, including positions for chair, vice chair, secretary, and treasurer. The board will also review December financials and discuss a $100,000 grant from Principal, as well as a BWA grant application due January 31. Other agenda items include planning for the One Run 2023 event and a bylaws review update.

• Election of officers: Kristyn Arnold for Chair, Jenna Knox for Vice Chair, Jason Bogart for Secretary, Victor Kennedy for Treasurer
• Finance Report: review of December financials and bank statement, One Run Fund distribution
• Principal Grant: discussion of $100,000 grant
• Grant Update: BWA Grant Application submission deadline January 31, 2023
• One Run 2023 planning and 2023 meeting schedule (4th Monday at 4:00 p.m.)

The board met as an informational session because a quorum was not reached. Following the meeting, the board approved a slate of officers via email. The board also noted the receipt of a $100,000 principal grant for community school programs.

• Approved slate of officers via email (11-0)

Board of Directors

The Des Moines School Board approved a consent agenda that included $10,048,499.71 in bills and procurement card transactions, minutes from previous meetings, and contracts for school safety roundtables and furniture replacement at Woodlawn.

• Approval of $10,048,499.71 in bills and procurement card transactions
• Contract for Iowa ACES 360: $28,125 for school safety roundtables
• Award to Workspace Inc for Woodlawn furniture replacement: $62,723.63
• Approval of minutes from December 6, 2022 and December 16, 2022
• Approval of Board of Directors' self-evaluation

The Board approved several facility improvement plans and a $15.3M budget proposal for the FY 2023-2024 Dropout Prevention Program. Members also authorized over $9.5M in bills and procurement transactions. A resolution was adopted to maintain existing director district boundaries and election methods.

• Approved $9,492,856.24 in bills and $555,643.47 in procurement card transactions (7-0)
• Approved plans for restroom and flooring upgrades at Hoyt, Cattell, and McKee (7-0)
• Approved plans for flooring, HVAC, and ADA improvements at Oak Park and Carver (7-0)
• Approved plans for gym HVAC and locker room upgrades at North High and paving/HVAC at Windsor Elementary (7-0)
• Approved $2,341.08 request for Special Education administrative costs for FY 2023-24 (7-0)
• Approved termination of a continuing teaching contract (7-0)
• Approved $15,276,164 budget proposal for FY 2023-2024 Dropout Prevention Program (7-0)
• Adopted resolution confirming existing director district boundaries and election methods (7-0)