Provo City School District public meetings in 2023

Closed Executive Session, Study Session and Business Meeting

The Provo City School Board holds a closed executive session for personnel and procurement, followed by a study session to discuss policy reviews, a construction update, a discrimination investigation, and a large purchase. The business meeting will vote on four policies (curriculum, inclusive learning, tax increment financing) and consider a $226,016.03 sound system for Centennial Middle School. Other items include a potential new assistant principal at Franklin Elementary and a calendar survey favoring Calendar A for 2025-2026.

• Vote on revised policies: Curriculum (4020, 4040), Inclusive Learning Environments (3330), Tax Increment Financing (6030)
• Large purchase request: $226,016.03 for Centennial Middle School auditorium sound system
• Discussion of report on discrimination, harassment, and bullying investigation
• Potential announcement of new assistant principal at Franklin Elementary
• Calendar survey results favoring Calendar A for 2025-2026 school year

The Board approved several district policies and the 2025-26 school calendar. A large purchase request for auditorium upgrades at Centennial Middle School was authorized. Policy 3330 regarding Inclusive Learning Environments was tabled for further wording revisions.

• Approved $226,016.03 for Centennial Middle School auditorium lighting and sound system (7-0)
• Approved 2025-26 School Year Calendar A (7-0)
• Approved Policy 4020 Curricular Materials (7-0)
• Approved Policy 4040 Professional Development (7-0)
• Approved Policy 6030 Tax Increment Financing (7-0)
• Tabled Policy 3330 Inclusive Learning Environments (7-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items including Board Minutes and Personnel Report (7-0)

Study Session and Business Meeting

The Provo City School District Board will hold a study session followed by a business meeting. The study session includes discussions on a construction update, the FY 22-23 audit report, Camp Big Springs damage, a school safety update, policy reviews, a $92,223.75 large purchase request for science lab tables, and adding a Business Department position with an estimated cost of $110,000-$150,000. The business meeting will vote on approving the audit report and a large purchase request for a new Wasatch Elementary playground.

• Consideration to approve FY 22-23 audit report (must be approved by Nov 30)
• Large purchase request: $92,223.75 for science lab tables with chemical-resistant surfaces and electrical outlets
• Addition of a new position in Business Services, estimated cost $110,000-$150,000
• Camp Big Springs damage from heavy snowfall; proposal for current year use while long-term plans considered
• School safety update presented by Director of Student Services Jason Garrison

The board approved a purchase for science room tables and the addition of a new business department position. The board also approved the FY 2022-23 audit report, which contained no findings.

• Approved $92,223.75 for Shoreline Middle School science tables (7-0)
• Approved addition of a position in the business department (7-0)
• Approved FY 2022-23 audit report (7-0)

Closed Executive Session, Study Session and Business Meeting

The Provo City School District Board will hold a closed session for personnel discussion followed by a study session. The study session includes discussion of a construction update, a second reading of a fee schedule adjustment for AP Art travel to NYC, a proposal to add an assistant principal and instructional coach at Franklin Elementary, first readings of student inclusion and tax increment financing policies, an update on inclement weather procedures, and discussion of a potential social media lawsuit against social media companies. The business meeting later in the evening may take action on these items, but its agenda is not detailed in the provided text.

• Fee schedule adjustment for Timpview High and Provo High AP Art travel to NYC (second reading)
• Proposal to add assistant principal and instructional coach at Franklin Elementary
• First readings of Student Inclusion and Respect Policy and Tax Increment Financing Policy
• Discussion of joining a lawsuit against social media companies over harms to students
• Construction update on facility projects

The board approved joining a social media class action lawsuit and authorized the Business Administrator to sign the representation agreement. Additional approvals included staff additions for Franklin Elementary and a fee schedule adjustment for AP Art travel. The board also approved the consent calendar, including financial and personnel reports.

• Approved Representation Agreement to join social media lawsuit (7-0)
• Approved adding an Assistant Principal and Instructional Coach to Franklin Elementary (7-0)
• Approved fee schedule adjustment for THS and PHS AP Art travel to NYC (7-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including financial and personnel reports (7-0)
• Approved Board Minutes from 10.10.23 and 10.24.23 (7-0)

Study Session and Business Meeting

The Board approved multiple expenditures including fencing for Wasatch Elementary and curriculum materials. Additionally, the Board authorized out-of-state student travel for cheer, band, and orchestra programs.

• Approved $147,185.88 for fencing at Wasatch Elementary School
• Approved up to $90,000 for a wheelchair accessible van
• Approved up to $112,083.17 for 7th-12th grade World Language curriculum
• Approved Provo High School Competitive Cheer trip to Anaheim, California
• Approved Provo High Band and Orchestra trip to San Francisco, California

The Board approved several large purchases, including fencing for Wasatch Elementary and a wheelchair accessible van. The Board also re-voted on several items from a previous meeting to ensure state code compliance, including student travel and bus routes.

• Approved $147,185.88 for fencing at Wasatch Elementary School
• Approved purchase of wheelchair accessible van not to exceed $90,000
• Approved curriculum purchase not to exceed $112,083.17
• Approved Provo High School Competitive Cheer trip to Anaheim, CA
• Approved Provo High Band and Orchestra trip to San Francisco, CA
• Approved fee schedule adjustment for AP Art Class travel to NYC
• Approved Shoreline bus routes
• Approved TSSA plan and LEA Specific Licenses

Closed Executive Session, Study Session and Business Meeting

The Provo City School District Board will hold a closed executive session on collaborative bargaining and real estate, followed by a study session and a business meeting. During the study session, members will discuss fee schedule adjustments for THS and PHS AP art travel to NYC, revisions to Shoreline bus routes, and proposals for the Dixon Middle School site. The business meeting will include a large purchase request for Wasatch fencing (a purchase over $50,000) and approval of the District TSSA plans. The board will also review the consent calendar and other routine items.

• Large Purchase Request (Wasatch Fencing) – purchase over $50,000
• Fee Schedule Adjustment for THS and PHS AP Art Travel to NYC
• Shoreline Bus Routes revisions
• District TSSA Plan approval
• Proposals for Dixon Middle School site

The Board approved a large purchase for fencing at Wasatch Elementary and authorized several out-of-state student trips. Other approved items included Shoreline bus routes, TSSA and TSI plans, and LEA specific licenses.

• Approved $147,185.88 for fencing at Wasatch Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved Provo High School Competitive Cheer trip to Anaheim, CA (7-0)
• Approved Provo High Band and Orchestra trip to San Francisco, CA (7-0)
• Approved fee schedule adjustment for PHS and THS AP Art travel to NYC (7-0)
• Approved Shoreline bus routes (7-0)
• Approved TSSA plan (7-0)
• Approved school TSI/SIP plans (7-0)
• Approved LEA Specific Licenses (7-0)

All Day Study Session

The Provo City School Board held a study session discussing accountability updates, an equitable FTE formula for at-risk students, Title I teacher recruitment, DLI program costs, school start times, travel policy, and a potential voted levy increase. In the afternoon business meeting, the board approved two large purchases: $115,162.20 for road base at Wasatch Elementary and $249,347.80 for the Timpview parking lot, while tabling a fencing purchase until October. A closed executive session followed for real estate and personnel matters.

• Approved $115,162.20 for road base at Wasatch Elementary
• Approved $249,347.80 for Timpview parking lot
• Tabled $147,185.88 fencing purchase at Wasatch Elementary until October
• Discussed creating an FTE formula to award additional funding for at-risk students
• Discussed seeking public support for increasing the voted levy to generate funding without taxpayer cost

The Board of Education approved two large purchase requests for construction at Timpview High School and Wasatch Elementary. A third request for fencing at Wasatch Elementary was tabled until October. The board also discussed potential changes to high school start times and a new tax strategy.

• Approved $249,347.80 for Timpview High School parking lot (7-0)
• Approved $115,162.20 for Wasatch Elementary road base (7-0)
• Tabled $147,185.88 request for Wasatch Elementary fencing until October (7-0)

Closed Executive Session, Study Session and Business Meeting

The Provo City School District Board will hold a closed executive session and a study session to discuss potential litigation, personnel, real estate, student travel requests, safety updates, policy revisions, and a $183,400 purchase of Lexia literacy software. The business meeting will follow for final approvals.

• Large Purchase Request: Lexia Early Intervention Software Program – $183,400
• Out-of-state student travel requests for multiple school groups (choir, cheer, dance, basketball)
• Discussion of Social Media lawsuit involving Business Administrator Derek Anderson and Joel D. Wright
• Discussion of Altria lawsuit involving Business Administrator Derek Anderson and Joel D. Wright
• Policy Review: updates to special education, holidays, and employee leave policies

The board approved several out-of-state student travel requests and authorized the business administrator to sign the Altria vaping settlement. The board also reviewed construction updates and a $183,400 purchase request for early intervention software to be covered by a state grant.

• Approved out-of-state student travel for CMS, PHS Choir, THS/PHS Dance, PHS Ballroom, and THS Basketball (7-0)
• Approved THS Cheerleading trip to CA (6-1)
• Approved Altria vaping settlement and authorized business administrator to sign (Motion Carries)

Study Session and Business Meeting

The board held a study session discussing Camp Big Springs repairs (up to $250k), AI guidelines, world languages curriculum, and large purchases. In the business meeting, the board approved the world languages curriculum adoption, out-of-state travel for Dixon Middle School to Washington DC, and four large purchase requests totaling approximately $320,000 for lighting, gym redesign, strategic plan consulting, and curriculum materials.

• Adopted world languages curriculum and approved $103,096.95 purchase
• Approved Dixon Middle School travel to Washington DC
• Approved $95,029.55 for Wasatch Elementary lighting
• Approved $56,102.71 for Wasatch gym redesign
• Approved $65,500 for district strategic plan with INSIGHT Education Consulting Group

The board approved the adoption and purchase of World Languages curricula and authorized several large purchase requests for school improvements and consulting. Additionally, the board approved a student travel request for Dixon Middle School to visit Washington D.C.

• Adopted World Languages Curricula (7-0)
• Approved purchase of World Languages Curricula for $103,096.95 (7-0)
• Approved Dixon Middle School travel to Washington D.C. (7-0)
• Approved $95,029.55 for Wasatch Elementary School Electrical Lighting (7-0)
• Approved $56,102.71 for Wasatch Elementary School Gym redesign work (7-0)
• Approved $65,500 for INSIGHT Education Consulting Group for strategic plan (7-0)

Closed Executive Session, Study Session and Business Meeting

The Provo City School District Board of Education will hold a closed session, study session, and business meeting. During the business meeting, the board will consider approving large purchase requests including a water line replacement, reroofing projects, ELL software licenses ($72,675), and transportation buses. The board will also review policies, the Franklin Elementary CSI improvement plan, and the district's early learning plan.

• Approve Title III Ellevation software licenses using state funds ($72,675)
• Ratify emergency water line replacement purchase and approve reroofing bids
• Review Franklin Elementary's Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) plan
• Consider purchasing new transportation buses (proposal attached)
• Review and approve the district's Early Learning Plan for K-3 achievement

The Board approved several large purchase requests for facility maintenance, transportation, and educational software. They also approved the Franklin CSI plan, the Early Learning Plan, and updates to Policy 1700 regarding board member compensation.

• Approved $889,184 for roofing projects (7-0)
• Approved $423,993 for the purchase of buses (7-0)
• Approved $94,722 for water line replacement at THS (7-0)
• Approved $72,675 for Ellevation Software using state funds (7-0)
• Approved use of Ellevation Software (7-0)
• Approved changes to Policy 1700 regarding compensation and benefits (7-0)
• Approved Franklin CSI plan (7-0)
• Approved Early Learning Plan and $418,335 income program commitment (7-0)

Meeting with Local Legislators

Board members and local legislators will conduct a walkthrough of construction progress at Timpview High School. The group will also hold a discussion regarding education legislation.

• Timpview High School construction progress walkthrough
• Discussion of education legislation

Board members and local legislators conducted a walkthrough of construction projects at Timpview High School. The group discussed tax distribution, state fund distribution, and the needs of at-risk districts.

Closed Executive Session and Study Session

The district will hold a closed executive session to discuss collective bargaining, potential litigation, and real estate. A study session will follow to discuss revised bus routes for Shoreline Middle School.

• Discussion of revised bus routes for Shoreline Middle School
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining, potential litigation, and real estate

The board convened an executive session to discuss collective bargaining, potential litigation, and real estate. The subsequent study session included administrative reports and a presentation on revised bus routes for Shoreline Middle School. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to convene executive session (7-0)
• Approved motion to convene study session

Closed Executive Session, Board of Education Study Session and Business Meeting and Municipal Building Authority Meeting

The Provo City School Board will hold a closed executive session for collective bargaining, followed by a study session and business meeting. Items include discussion and potential approval of a $499,185 parking lot modification at Timpview High School, a $359,750 vape detection system, a $220,035 ELD curriculum purchase, and collective bargaining agreements with employee associations. The board will also review policies, the 180/990 calendar, and sex education committee membership.

• $499,185 parking lot modifications at Timpview High School
• $359,750 vape detection system
• $220,035 secondary ELD curriculum (Vista Higher Learning) not to exceed
• $78,199 special education curriculum (95% Group) grant funded
• Collective bargaining agreements for FY24 with PEA, PESPA, and admin

The Board of Education and Municipal Building Authority approved the second reading of the FY24 budget. The board also adopted a new secondary English Language Development (ELD) curriculum and approved a related purchase not to exceed $220,035. Additionally, the board approved an RDA/TIF request for 'the Mix'.

• Approved second reading of FY24 budget (6-0)
• Approved adoption of secondary English Language Development Curriculum (6-0)
• Approved RDA/TIF request ('the Mix') (6-0)
• Approved ELD Curriculum purchase not to exceed $220,035 (5-1)
• Appointed Jarod Sites as Assistant Superintendent over Elementary Education effective July 1, 2023
• Appointed Darrell Jensen as Assistant Superintendent over Secondary Education effective July 1, 2023

Executive Session, Study Session, and Business Meeting

The board held a closed executive session to discuss real estate, then in open study session reviewed a Dixon condition assessment, district space needs, and an attendance policy update. During the business meeting, they approved a $1,827,763.77 capital budget increase and four large purchase requests: a portable move ($151,960), a wellness program subscription ($109,400), a K-3 reading program ($93,181.96), and HVAC controls ($173,196).

• Approved capital budget increase of $1,827,763.77
• Approved portable move from Timpview to Lakeview for $151,960
• Approved 36-month wellness program subscription for $109,400
• Approved 95 Phonics reading program for $93,181.96
• Approved D&L HVAC controls for $173,196

The Board approved a $1,827,763.77 increase to the Timpview construction capital budget to establish a new contingency fund. Additionally, the Board approved four large purchase requests totaling over $527,000 for facilities, wellness, and education programs. The Board also reviewed a facility assessment for Dixon Middle School.

• Approved capital budget increase of $1,827,763.77 (7-0)
• Approved portable move from Timpview to Lakeview for $151,960 (7-0)
• Approved 36-month WellRight wellness program subscription for $109,400 (7-0)
• Approved 95 Phonics reading program for $93,181.96 (7-0)
• Approved D&L HVAC Controls for $173,196 (7-0)

Executive Session, Study Session and Business Meeting

The board will hold a closed executive session for collective bargaining and personnel, then discuss the FY24 preliminary budget, large purchase requests (including a $44.5 million construction contract), out-of-state student travel, and Camp Big Springs cancellation in the study session. The business meeting includes recognition of teachers and staff, and approval of the consent calendar and policy changes.

• Discussion of $44,486,930 construction contract with Wasatch Construction
• Large purchase requests: $592,000 for Timpview High School fire alarm rewire and $237,164 for lunchroom remodel
• First reading of FY23 final and FY24 preliminary budget (no tax increase planned)
• Out-of-state student travel requests for THS cross country, football, and boys basketball
• Update on cancellation of Camp Big Springs for this year

The board approved the tentative FY24 budget of $272,209,940 and the final FY23 budget of $275,325,341. The board also recognized various teachers, staff, and PTA volunteers. Several construction and travel items were discussed in study session, though some were postponed.

• Approved Tentative FY24 Budget of $272,209,940 (7-0)
• Approved Final FY23 Budget of $275,325,341 (7-0)
• Postponed RDA Request approval
• Postponed Board Handbook Training

Business Meeting

The Provo City School District Board of Education will consider and vote on approving a new superintendent hire and then introduce the selected candidate. The meeting also includes procedural items such as roll call and pledge of allegiance.

• Consideration to approve new superintendent hire
• Introduction of new superintendent

The Board of Education unanimously approved the hiring of Wendy Dau as the new PCSD Superintendent. Her appointment is effective July 1, 2023.

• Approved hiring of Wendy Dau as Superintendent effective July 1, 2023 (Unanimous)

Study Session Joint Meeting with Provo City Council 12pm

The Provo City School District Board of Education and Provo City Council will hold a joint study session to discuss several items, including an update on a hoax active shooter incident at Provo High School, the superintendent search, construction projects at multiple schools, active transportation and parking issues, TIF/RDA strategies, property tax increase plans, and teacher retention. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Update on hoax active shooter incident at Provo High School
• Construction updates on THS, Wasatch, Shoreline, and Dixon schools
• Discussion of active transportation and safe routes for Timpview, Wasatch, and Shoreline
• Discussion of TIF/RDA strategies and shared priorities
• Discussion of property tax increase plans and teacher retention

The joint meeting consisted of updates and discussions regarding school construction, safety, and administration. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made during the session.

• Motion to convene approved
• Motion to adjourn approved

Closed Executive Session

The Provo City School District board will meet in a closed executive session on April 24, 2023. The session is limited to discussing personnel issues as permitted by Utah Code 52.4.205. The agenda includes a welcome, roll call, and a motion to convene the session.

• Closed executive session to discuss personnel (UT Code 52.4.205)

Study Session and Business Meeting

The board will discuss a $465,581.50 parking lot and bus loop project at Timpview High School and a $128,224.75 purchase of 180 security cameras funded partly by a COPS grant. Other items include a required review of sex education data, a revision to Policy 7130 on parent engagement, and an update on the superintendent search. The business meeting will recognize Provo Way Award recipients and hear a school report from Wasatch Elementary.

• Large purchase requests: Timpview High School parking lot and bus loop for $465,581.50
• Security camera purchase: 180 cameras for $128,224.75, funded by COPS grant and existing budget
• Sex education data review required by Utah Code every two years
• Policy review and proposed approval of revised Policy 7130 on parent engagement
• Discussion of capital outlay requests for FY24

The board approved two large purchase requests for Timpview High School parking lot repairs and district security cameras. A proposed policy on parent engagement was tabled until the next business meeting. The board also approved the consent calendar, including financial and personnel reports.

• Approved $465,581.50 for Timpview High School parking lot and bus loop (7-0)
• Approved $128,224.75 for security cameras (7-0)
• Tabled Policy 7130 Parent Engagement (7-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including 2.14.23 and 3.21.23 minutes, personnel report, school choice report, and financial reports (7-0)

Closed Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussing Personnel. UT Code 52.4.205

The Provo City School District Board will hold a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters under UT Code 52.4.205. The session is scheduled for April 14, 2023, from 8 am to 1 pm at the Provo City Offices, 445 West Center Street. The agenda includes a welcome by President Rebecca Nielsen, a roll call, and a motion to convene the session. No public attendance or online viewing is permitted.

• Welcome by President Rebecca Nielsen
• Roll call of board members
• Motion to convene the closed executive session

Closed Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussing Personnel. UT Code 52.4.205

This is a closed executive session of the Provo City School District Board of Education to discuss personnel matters under Utah Code 52.4.205. The meeting is not open to the public and contains only procedural items such as roll call and motions to convene and adjourn. No substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda.

• Closed executive session for personnel discussion
• Motion to convene the study session
• Motion to adjourn the study session
• No public attendance or online viewing

Closed Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussing Personnel. UT Code 52.4.205

This is a closed executive session of the Provo City School District Board, held under Utah Code 52.4.205, for the purpose of discussing personnel. No public attendance or online viewing is permitted. The agenda consists solely of procedural items: roll call, a motion to convene, and a motion to adjourn.

• Closed session for personnel discussion under UT Code 52.4.205
• No public attendance or online viewing
• Agenda includes only procedural actions: roll call, motion to convene, motion to adjourn

Closed Executive Session, Study Session and Business Meeting

This is a Provo City School Board meeting with a closed executive session for litigation, personnel, and real property, followed by a study session and business meeting. During the study session, the board discusses construction updates, large purchases, school fees, a new policy for student representatives on the board, dress code updates, and other items. The business meeting will include votes on the school fee schedule and Policy 1110 for student representatives.

• Large purchase requests: Panorama software $36,000/yr, Wasatch Construction retaining wall $205,327, Cache Valley Electric switches $220,788.50
• School fees review and adoption for FY24, with second public input and board vote required by April 1
• Draft Policy 1110 on Student Representatives on the Board, up for vote in business meeting
• Dress code procedure discussion aimed at district-wide guidelines
• Slate Mountain administrative changes for Youth in Custody accreditation alignment

Board Retreat

The Provo City School District Board will hold a study session retreat to discuss full-day kindergarten expansion following state legislative support, the 2023-2024 preliminary budget, and a new policy for student board members. They will also receive reports on Chromebook usage, instructional coaches, AVID program, attendance policy updates, and an online attendance tracking pilot. No formal votes are scheduled; most items are information, discussion, or reports.

• Full-day kindergarten expansion update (state-supported)
• 2023-2024 preliminary budget outline seeking board input
• Student Board Member Policy 1110 draft for future approval
• Online attendance tracking demonstration for Provo High School
• Attendance policy update with updated draft documents

The board conducted a retreat consisting of morning and afternoon study sessions. Members reviewed reports on technology usage, instructional coaching, and the preliminary budget. No formal votes on policy or spending were recorded during these sessions.

• Convened morning study session
• Adjourned morning study session
• Convened afternoon study session
• Adjourned afternoon study session

Study Session

The Provo City School District Board will hold a study session to discuss options for the Dixon Middle School building after Shoreline Middle School opens. The agenda also includes board handbook training, committee organization, and a portable update. A closed executive session for negotiations and personnel precedes the open meeting.

• Discussion of repurposing Dixon Middle School building after Shoreline Middle School completion
• Board handbook training led by Vice President Jennifer Partridge
• Discussion of committee structure, formats, and new committees
• Portable update (details not specified in agenda)

The board held a study session to discuss the process for determining the future use of the Dixon Middle School property and the potential reformatting of district committee structures. No final decisions were made on these items; the board will review committee suggestions and revisit the Dixon property plans in June.

• Convened closed executive session to discuss negotiations and personnel (7-0)
• Convened study session (7-0)
• Tabled decision on Dixon Middle School property use until June meetings
• Proposed 3-tier structure for district committees for member review
• Referred portable 4-plex relocation solution to District Council

Study Session

The Provo City School District board is holding a study session with mostly procedural items. The main substantive item is a presentation by Y2 Group on the results of a public survey conducted as part of the superintendent search.

• Presentation of Y2 Superintendent Search Survey results to the board

The board received a presentation from Y2 Analytics regarding community survey results for the search for a new superintendent to replace Keith Rittel. No formal votes or policy decisions were made during this study session.

• Reviewed Y2 Analytics survey results for superintendent search

Closed Executive Session, Study Session and Business Meeting

The Provo City School District Board will consider several agenda items at its February 14, 2023 meeting. The business meeting includes a presentation of large purchase requests that exceed $50,000, such as a boiler replacement costing $1,272,117.17 and other projects. The board will also review student travel requests that require approval, discuss updates to school fees, and receive an update on the superintendent search. Additional topics include a proposal for a student board representative and a small‑school update.

• Large purchase requests: THS Boiler Replacement $1,272,117.17; Westridge & Canyon Crest Elementary Generators $394,805.00; Navigate Construction Services $70,560.00; Safety & Security Radios $111,451.25; T&L Lexia renewal $67,500.00; Moving Portables $186,607.00
• Student travel requests requiring board approval (cost > $500, out‑of‑country, or >2 days missed)
• School fees review and discussion of draft fee schedule for FY24
• Superintendent search update following retirement of Keith Rittel
• Proposal to add a non‑voting student board representative

The board approved several large purchase requests for facility upgrades and security equipment. They also voted to establish student representation on the Board of Education. A proposed school fee schedule for 2023-24 received its first reading.

• Approved THS boiler replacement for $1,272,117.17 (7-0)
• Approved generators for Westridge and Canyon Crest Elementary for $394,805.00 (7-0)
• Approved expanding construction services contract for $70,560.00 (7-0)
• Approved student representation on the PCSD Board of Education (7-0)
• First reading of 2023-24 school fee schedule completed

Study Session

The Provo City School Board held a study session and business meeting on Jan 24, 2023. They discussed potential changes to high school start times, an amendment to the 2023 board meeting schedule, and an update on the superintendent search. In the business meeting, they voted to approve a $43,481,878 construction contract for Wasatch Elementary and adopted the amended board meeting schedule.

• Closed executive session to discuss real estate under UT Code 52.4.205
• Discussion of a potential change to high school start times, with a report from the Start Time Committee
• Proposal to change morning board meetings from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., later approved
• Update on search for a new superintendent to replace retiring Superintendent Keith Rittel
• Approval of $43,481,878 construction contract for Wasatch Elementary

The board approved a construction contract for Wasatch Elementary and amended the 2023 meeting schedule. The board also held a closed session to discuss real estate and reviewed a report on high school start times.

• Approved Wasatch construction contract for $43,481,878 (7-0)
• Approved amendment to 2023 Board Meeting Schedule to move morning sessions to 4:00 p.m. (7-0)
• Approved motion to convene closed executive session for real estate discussion (7-0)

Closed Executive Session, Study Session and Business Meeting

The Provo City School District Board will discuss progress on hiring a new superintendent to replace retiring Keith Rittel, elect new board leadership, and vote on a $185,000 fencing project to improve school security. Other items include approval of the 2023 meeting schedule, the annual TSSA plan, a new student supervision policy, and a fee addition for a Washington D.C. trip for Centennial Middle School.

• Superintendent search update: board discusses process to replace retiring Superintendent Keith Rittel
• Election of board president and vice president; nominations and vote in the business meeting
• Fencing project: low bid of $185,000 for installing fencing and signage at school field areas
• Proposed Policy 2900 clarifying administrative responsibility for student supervision before, during, and after school programs
• Second hearing and vote on adding a Washington D.C. trip fee for Centennial Middle School to the approved fee schedule

The Board elected Rebecca Nielsen as President and Jennifer Partridge as Vice President. Members approved the 2023 meeting schedule, a fencing project, the District TSSA Plan, and Policy No. 2900 regarding student supervision. The Board also approved adjustments to the CMS fee schedule for out-of-state travel.

• Elected Rebecca Nielsen as Board President (6-1)
• Elected Jennifer Partridge as Board Vice President (6-1)
• Approved 2023 Board of Education Meeting Schedule (6-1)
• Approved District TSSA Plan (7-0)
• Approved fencing project (7-0)
• Approved Policy No. 2900: Supervision of Students (6-1)
• Approved CMS fee schedule adjustment for out-of-state travel (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including personnel and financial reports (7-0)