Federal Way Public Schools public meetings in 2020
27 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will hold a remote work/study session on Dec. 15, 2020. Board members will consider the architect selection for the new Olympic View K‑8 school and receive a COVID‑19 update from the superintendent. The session also includes a discussion of equity reading material.
- Architect selection for Olympic View K‑8 (Board response: Action)
- COVID‑19 update presentation by Superintendent Tammy Campbell
- Equity reading discussion (Chapters 10‑12)
- Remote board meeting procedures (official notice attached)
- Roll call and call to order
The Board of Education approved the selection of McGranahan Architects for the Olympic View K-8 project. The board also received a COVID-19 update and agreed to postpone an equity reading discussion.
- Approved McGranahan Architects for the Olympic View K-8 project
- Postponed Equity Reading (Chapters 10-12) to the next Work/Study Session
Special Board Meeting - Executive Session 5:40 p.m. and Regular Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will vote on the Required Approvals Agenda, which includes large financial warrants for the General Fund and the Capital Projects Fund. It will also consider revised contracts and PSAs, and review the August and September 2020 financial reports. Additional items include personnel reports and the election of board officers. The meeting will conclude with school highlights and superintendent comments.
- Approve General Fund warrants (items 1‑16) totaling $31,034,353.40 (e.g., warrants 289307‑289385, 289411‑289490, 289516‑289589, 289605‑289737)
- Approve Capital Projects Fund warrants (items 1‑6) totaling $20,607,849.74 (e.g., warrants 289386‑289405, 289491‑289507, 289590‑289600, 289604, 289738‑289758)
- Approve revised contracts and PSAs (see "Contracts and PSAs (revised) -December 8, 2020.pdf")
- Review August 2020 and September 2020 financial reports
- Elect board officers (Board President Geoffery McAnalloy) and present school highlights
The Board of Education held annual elections for its officer positions. The board also voted to keep all current policies and regulations in effect. A consent agenda including financial and personnel reports was approved.
- Elected Geoffery McAnalloy as President (unanimous)
- Elected Trudy Davis as Vice President (unanimous)
- Elected Luckisha Phillips as Legislative Representative (unanimous)
- Elected Trudy Davis as WIAA Representative (unanimous)
- Approved reaffirmation of all current policies and adopted regulations
- Approved Meeting Agenda of December 8, 2020
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda, including financial reports for August and September 2020 and personnel reports
Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
This is a remote work/study session with only informational and procedural items. The board will receive a presentation on Ends 1 and discuss equity reading (Chapters 7-9). No decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Remote board meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19
- Ends 1 presentation by Superintendent (information only)
- Equity reading discussion on Chapters 7-9
- Policy review item listed but no details provided
Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will vote on Resolution 2020-33 to set the 2021 EP&O excess levy collection. They will also consider consent items approving warrants totaling $36,530,608.75 across general, ASB, capital projects, and payroll funds. Presentations include a Valhalla Elementary highlight and a quarterly bond construction update.
- Resolution 2020-33 for 2021 EP&O excess levy collection
- Approval of warrants totaling $36,530,608.75 across multiple funds
- Carl Perkins Grant memo and authorized representative signatures
- FWPS CTE 5-Year Plan 2020-2025
- Quarterly bond construction update presentation
The Board of Education approved Resolution 2020-33 regarding the 2021 EP&O Excess Levy Collection. The board also approved a consent agenda covering budget, personnel, and the CTE 5 Year Plan 2020-2025.
- Approved Resolution 2020-33: 2021 EP&O Excess Levy Collection
- Approved Meeting Agenda of November 10, 2020
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent)
- Approved Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits (Consent)
- Approved Buildings, Grounds and Construction (Consent)
- Approved Personnel Reports - Area 1, 2, and 3 (Consent)
- Approved Stipends Reports (Consent)
- Approved FWPS CTE 5 Year Plan 2020-2025 (Consent)
Community Connect 5:00 p.m. and Regular Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will hold a remote Community Connect at 5 p.m. followed by a regular board meeting at 6 p.m. Key items include a resolution to waive public bidding requirements for contracts, approval of warrants and vouchers totaling over $11 million, and updates on remote learning and finances. There will be no live public comment; written comments may be submitted to the board secretary.
- Resolution 2020-32 to waive public bidding requirements under RCW 39.04.280
- Approval of warrants and vouchers: $3,245,071.57 for General, ASB, PPT funds and $7,761,503.17 for Capital Projects Fund
- Remote learning update from Superintendent Dr. Tammy Campbell
- Personnel reports for Areas 1–4
- Contracts and professional service agreements as consent items
The Board of Education approved Resolution 2020-32 to waive public bidding requirements under RCW 39.04.280. The board also approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda covering personnel, budget, and contracts.
- Approved Resolution 2020-32 to waive public bidding requirements of RCW 39.04.280
- Approved October 27, 2020 Meeting Agenda
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including personnel reports, budget, finance, and contracts
Special Board Meeting - Executive Session 5:45 p.m. and Regular Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will hold a special meeting with an executive session before the regular meeting, all conducted remotely. The board will consider a resolution authorizing an alternate public works contracting method (GC/CM) for Olympic View K-8 School and approve the annual superintendent term extension. Consent agenda items include approval of warrants and vouchers totaling approximately $39.3 million across general and capital funds, personnel reports, and a Metro Transit facility license agreement for Thomas Jefferson High School.
- Resolution 2020-31 authorizing General Contract/Construction Manager (GC/CM) for Olympic View K-8 School
- Approval of $24,129,184.78 in general fund warrants and vouchers
- Approval of $15,183,464.04 in capital projects fund warrants and vouchers
- Metro Transit Facility License Agreement for Thomas Jefferson High School
- Annual Superintendent Term Extension (action from executive session)
The Board of Education approved a one-year term extension for Superintendent Dr. Tammy Campbell. The Board also authorized an alternate contracting method for the Olympic View K-8 School and approved a series of consent agenda items.
- Approved Dr. Tammy Campbell's term extension through June 30, 2024
- Approved Resolution 2020-31 for General Contract/Construction Manager (GC/CM) at Olympic View K-8 School
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda, including budget, finance, salaries, benefits, and personnel reports
- Approved Highly Capable Program Plan
- Approved Metro Transit Facility License Agreement for Thomas Jefferson High School
- Approved Meeting Agenda of October 13, 2020
Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board holds a remote work/study session. They will receive an update on school-based health centers, discuss equity reading (chapters 4-6), and consider Resolution 2020-30 for a new-in-lieu replacement option for Olympic View K-8 School. The meeting is primarily procedural with one action item.
- School-Based Health Center Update (information only)
- Equity Reading discussion of chapters 4-6
- Resolution 2020-30: New-in-lieu Replacement Option for Olympic View K-8 School (action item)
The Board of Education approved Resolution 2020-30 regarding a new-in-lieu replacement option for Olympic View K-8 School. The session also included an update on School-Based Health Centers and a discussion on equity readings.
- Approved Resolution 2020-30: New-in-lieu Replacement Option for Olympic View K-8 School
Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will meet remotely to consider a consent agenda approving over $46 million in warrants and personnel reports. They will also take action on two resolutions related to the ES24 temporary housing site, accepting the building commissioning report and final construction completion. A revised policy on gender-inclusive schools is up for approval.
- Approval of $26.5M in General Fund, ASB, and payroll warrants
- Approval of $19.9M in Capital Projects Fund warrants
- Resolution 2020-28 accepting Building Commissioning Report for ES24 temporary housing site
- Resolution 2020-29 accepting final construction completion for ES24 temporary housing site
- Receipt of revised Policy 3211 on gender-inclusive schools
The Board of Education approved the building commissioning report and final construction completion for the ES24 FWPS Temporary Housing Site. The board also approved a consent agenda covering budget, personnel, and contracts.
- Approved Meeting Agenda of September 22, 2020
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including budget, finance, personnel reports, and contracts
- Received Revised Policy: 3211 Gender-Inclusive Schools
- Approved Resolution 2020-28: Acceptance of the Building Commissioning Report for ES24 FWPS Temporary Housing Site
- Approved Resolution 2020-29: Final Acceptance of Construction Completion for ES24 FWPS Temporary Housing Site
Special Board Meeting - Executive Session 5:30 p.m. and Remote Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will hold a special meeting with an executive session at 5:30 p.m., followed by a remote board meeting at 6:00 p.m. The board will vote on a consent agenda including warrants and vouchers totaling over $7.8 million, personnel reports, and the July 2020 financial report. There will be no public comment, but comments can be emailed to the board secretary.
- Approval of General Fund warrants totaling $1,127,880.96
- Approval of Capital Project Fund warrants totaling $6,683,393.00
- Approval of Personnel Reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4
- Approval of July 2020 Financial Report
- Introduction of new administrative staff by Superintendent Dr. Tammy Campbell
The Board of Education approved the 2020-21 Board Calendar Schedule and the Required Approvals Agenda. The Board also formally stated it is in compliance with governance process policies. New administrative staff were introduced during the meeting.
- Approved Meeting Agenda of August 28, 2020
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda of August 28, 2020
- Approved 2020-21 Board Calendar Schedule
- Confirmed compliance with ENDS, Executive Limitations, Board/Superintendent Relationship and Governance Process policies
Remote Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
This is a remote work/study session of the Federal Way School Board. The board will discuss the draft 2020-21 board calendar, equity reading, board self-assessment, remote learning best practices, and legislative priorities. No votes or financial decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion or information only.
- Draft 2020-21 Board Calendar Schedule (for information)
- Equity Reading discussion led by Superintendent
- 2020-21 Board Self-Assessment
- Remote Learning Best Practices discussion
- Legislative Priorities discussion
The Board of Education held a remote work/study session. The meeting consisted of discussions regarding the draft 2020-21 calendar, equity, board self-assessment, remote learning best practices, and legislative priorities. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
Remote Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will hold a remote meeting on August 11, 2020, with no public comment. Key actions include adopting the 2020-21 budget via Resolution 2020-25, voting on the district reopening plan (Resolution 2020-26), revising the 2020-21 calendar, and authorizing a waiver of bidding requirements (Resolution 2020-27). The board will also approve consent items including warrants totaling approximately $27.6 million for the general fund and $12.5 million for capital projects.
- Resolution 2020-25: Adoption of the 2020-21 budget (public hearing at 6:05 p.m.)
- Resolution 2020-26: District reopening plan presentation and action
- Resolution 2020-27: Authorization to waive bidding requirements per RCW 28A.335.190
- Approval of warrants: General Fund $27,584,332.24 and Capital Projects $12,531,817.62
- 2020-21 calendar revision and personnel reports (consent agenda)
The Board of Education approved the 2020-21 budget and the District Reopening Plan. Members also approved a revised school calendar and a resolution to waive specific bidding requirements.
- Approved Resolution 2020-25 adopting the 2020-21 Budget
- Approved Resolution 2020-26: District Reopening Plan
- Approved District Calendar Revision for 2020-21
- Approved Resolution 2020-27 to waive bidding requirements of RCW 28A.335.190
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda, including personnel reports, budget, finance, and contracts
Remote Board Meeting 11:00 a.m.
The board will review personnel reports, various fund warrants, and financial reports. Additionally, the session includes a presentation on the 2021 Capital Facilities Plan and related resolutions for Federal Way, Auburn, and Kent.
- Approval of $33,253,412.93 in total warrants and vouchers
- Approval of $27,869,186.91 in Capital Projects Fund warrants
- Resolution 2020-19: 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan
- Resolution 2020-20: 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan for City of Federal Way
- Resolution 2020-21: 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan for City of Auburn
The Board of Education approved the 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan and six accompanying resolutions for King County and the cities of Federal Way, Auburn, Kent, and Milton. The Board also approved a consent agenda covering personnel, budget, and financial reports.
- Approved Meeting Agenda of July 28, 2020
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including personnel reports, budget, and financial reports
- Approved Resolution 2020-19: 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan
- Approved Resolution 2020-20: 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan: City of Federal Way
- Approved Resolution 2020-21: 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan: City of Auburn
- Approved Resolution 2020-22: 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan: City of Kent
- Approved Resolution 2020-23: 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan: City of Milton
- Approved Resolution 2020-24: 2021 FWPS Capital Facilities Plan: King County
Special Board Meeting - Executive Session 5:30 p.m. and Remote Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will consider Resolution 2020-17 approving the final Guaranteed Maximum Price for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School, and vote on adoption of K-12 ELA curriculum. The meeting includes consent agenda items for warrants and vouchers totaling approximately $27.5 million, personnel reports, and a closed executive session.
- Resolution 2020-17: Final Guaranteed Maximum Price for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School
- Consent agenda warrants and vouchers: General Fund $24.6 million, Capital Projects Fund $2.97 million, other funds
- Personnel reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4
- Student Support Services K-12 ELA Curriculum Adoption
- Sound Transit Administrative Possession and Use Agreement (action following executive session)
The Board of Education approved the final guaranteed maximum price for two school construction projects. The Board also approved a land use agreement with Sound Transit and a new K-12 ELA curriculum for student support services.
- Approved Resolution 2020-17: Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School Final Guaranteed Maximum Price
- Approved Sound Transit Administrative Possession and Use Agreement
- Approved Student Support Services K-12 ELA Curriculum Adoption
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda including personnel reports and budget/finance items
- Approved June 9, 2020 Meeting Agenda
Remote Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
This is a remote work/study session of the Federal Way School Board. The board will conduct a self-assessment and review specific policies, including Ends, Executive Limitations 2 and 4, and Board/Superintendent Relationship policies 2, 4, 6, and 8. No votes or financial decisions are scheduled.
- Board self-assessment discussion at 5:30 p.m.
- Policy review: Ends, Executive Limitations 2 and 4, and Board/Superintendent Relationship 2, 4, 6, 8 at 6:15 p.m.
- Meeting held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19.
The Board of Education conducted a self-assessment and reviewed several policy sections. One specific amendment was approved to update the terminology used in the Board/Superintendent Relationship policy.
- Approved replacing 'Board Information Policy' with 'Executive Limitations 4 - Communication' in paragraph 3 of B/SR Policy 6
Special Board Meeting - Executive Session at 4:30 p.m. and Remote Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will meet remotely, starting with a closed executive session for personnel matters at 4:30 p.m., then reconvene publicly at 6:00 p.m. The board will consider consent agenda items including approval of warrants totaling over $8.8 million, and vote on several resolutions including an Economic Stabilization Fund, an Interfund Loan, and construction plans for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School.
- $1,057,892.86 in general fund warrants and $7,796,920.59 in capital projects fund warrants for approval
- Resolution 2020-11: Economic Stabilization Fund
- Resolution 2020-12: Interfund Loan
- Resolution 2020-15: Intent to Construct at Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School
- Resolution 2020-16: Acceptance of Constructability Review Report for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School
The Board of Education approved resolutions regarding the Economic Stabilization Fund and an interfund loan. It also authorized the intent to construct and accepted the constructability review report for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School.
- Approved Meeting Agenda of May 26, 2020
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda (including personnel reports, financial reports, and WIAA membership)
- Approved Resolution 2020-11: Economic Stabilization Fund
- Approved Resolution 2020-12: Interfund Loan
- Approved Resolution 2020-15: Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School Intent to Construct
- Approved Resolution 2020-16: Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School Acceptance of Constructability Review Report
Remote Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will hold a remote work/study session discussing the Superintendent's budget recommendation and voting on resolutions for Thomas Jefferson High School construction and Local Effort Assistance funding.
- Superintendent's budget recommendation (information only)
- Resolution 2020-14: Thomas Jefferson High School intent to construct (action item)
- Resolution 2020-18: Local Effort Assistance (action item)
The Board of Education approved resolutions regarding school construction and local effort assistance. The Superintendent's budget recommendations were presented for information.
- Approved Resolution 2020-14: Thomas Jefferson High School Intent to Construct
- Approved Resolution 2020-18: Local Effort Assistance (LEA)
Remote Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will meet remotely to act on several consent agenda items, including nearly $24.6 million in warrants and vouchers. Key actions include a resolution to waive instructional hours due to the emergency, contract authorizations for teachers and administrators, and approval of the Asset Preservation Program. The board will also receive a presentation on financial and asset protection.
- Resolution 2020-13: Emergency waiver of instructional hours
- Approval of $23,952,303.91 in general fund and payroll warrants
- Approval of $638,263.36 in capital projects warrants
- 2020-21 contract authorization for certificated teachers
- Asset Preservation Program 2019-20 adoption
The Board of Education approved employment contracts for certificated teachers, administrators, and exempt staff for the 2020-21 school year. The Board also approved a resolution for an emergency waiver of instructional hours and confirmed compliance with financial and asset protection limitations.
- Approved issuance of 2020-21 contracts for certificated teachers (effective Sept 1, 2020)
- Approved issuance of 2020-21 contracts for certificated administrators, classified administrators, and exempt staff (effective July 1, 2020)
- Approved Resolution 2020-13: Emergency Waiver of Instructional Hours
- Approved that Executive Limitation 3: Financial and Asset Protection is in compliance
- Approved the Required Approvals Agenda, including personnel reports and budget/finance items
- Approved the May 12, 2020 Meeting Agenda
Remote Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will hold a remote meeting on April 28, 2020. Action items include approving Resolution 2020-10 for a Continuous Learning Plan, setting final guaranteed maximum prices for Thomas Jefferson High School and amendments for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School construction. The board will also approve warrants and vouchers totaling over $40 million, including $29.1 million in general fund and $11.2 million in capital projects payments.
- Resolution 2020-10: Continuous Learning Plan (action)
- Thomas Jefferson High School Final Guaranteed Maximum Price (action)
- Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment (action)
- Approval of $29,105,356.30 in general fund warrants and vouchers
- Approval of $11,183,988.79 in capital projects fund warrants
The Board of Education approved Resolution 2020-10 regarding a Continuous Learning Plan. The board also approved construction pricing and amendments for Thomas Jefferson High School, Star Lake Elementary, and Totem Middle School.
- Approved Resolution 2020-10: Continuous Learning Plan
- Approved Cornerstone’s Final Guaranteed Maximum Price for Thomas Jefferson High School
- Approved BNBuilders Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School
- Approved Executive Limitation 1: Human Resources as being in compliance
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda including personnel reports, financial reports, and contracts
- Approved Meeting Agenda of April 28, 2020
Remote Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will hold a remote work/study session on April 21, 2020. The board will receive a coronavirus update, consider executive limitations for scholars, set graduation requirements for the class of 2020, and take action on a guaranteed maximum price contract for Thomas Jefferson High School. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- 2.01 Coronavirus Update – information only (Superintendent Tammy Campbell)
- 2.02 Executive Limitations 2: Scholars – action required (Superintendent Tammy Campbell)
- 2.03 High School Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2020 – action required (Board President Geoffery McAnalloy)
- 2.04 Thomas Jefferson High School Guaranteed Maximum Price #4 – action required (Superintendent Tammy Campbell)
The Board of Education approved changes to graduation requirements for the Class of 2020 to align with state standards. The Board also approved a construction price guarantee for Thomas Jefferson High School and confirmed compliance with specific executive limitations regarding scholars.
- Approved waiver of district 26-credit requirement to align with state 24-credit requirement for Class of 2020
- Approved application for state waiver of up to two additional credits on a case-by-case basis for Class of 2020
- Approved Cornerstone’s Guaranteed Maximum Price #4 for Thomas Jefferson High School
- Approved that Executive Limitations 2: Scholars - Relationships, Academic Programs and Conduct/Discipline is in compliance
Remote Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will consider resolutions accepting construction completion and a building commissioning report for Federal Way High School. The board also plans to approve warrants and vouchers totaling over $5 million across funds, including $3.1 million in capital projects. Personnel reports, the February 2020 financial report, and a legislative proposal on staffing funding (SB 6615) will also be acted upon.
- Resolution 2020-07: final acceptance of construction completion for Federal Way High School
- Resolution 2020-08: acceptance of building commissioning report for Federal Way High School
- Warrants total $1,954,606.73 for General, ASB, and PPT funds
- Capital Projects Fund warrants total $3,121,049.37
- Consideration of WSSDA legislative proposal on SB 6615 (staffing funding)
The Board of Education approved the final acceptance of construction and the building commissioning report for Federal Way High School. The Board also voted to co-sponsor a legislative proposal regarding school district staffing funding.
- Approved co-sponsoring WSSDA 2020 Legislative Proposal Effects of SB 6615 Staffing Funding for School Districts
- Accepted Ends 3 Monitoring Response Report with amendment to ensure continued focus on Racial Equity Policy
- Approved Resolution 2020-07: Final Acceptance of Construction Completion for Federal Way High School
- Approved Resolution 2020-08: Acceptance of Building Commissioning Report for Federal Way High School
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda including February 2020 Financial Report and Personnel Reports
Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will vote on Resolution 2020-09 authorizing a value engineering study and implementation for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School. They also consider approval of the district calendar for 2020-2021 and 2021-2022, along with consent items including warrants totaling over $30.5 million and the January 2020 financial report.
- Resolution 2020-09 for value engineering study at Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School
- Approval of 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 district calendars
- Approval of warrants: $25,223,705.18 from General, ASB, and PPT funds
- Approval of capital project warrants totaling $5,259,664.20
- January 2020 Financial Report and personnel reports (Areas 1-4)
The Board of Education approved the district calendars for the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years. The Board also passed a resolution regarding a value engineering study for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School. A consent agenda covering financial and personnel reports was approved.
- Approved 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 District Calendars
- Approved Resolution 2020-09: Value Engineering Study and Accepted Implementation for Star Lake Elementary and Totem Middle School
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda (including January 2020 Financial Report and Personnel Reports)
- Approved March 10, 2020 Meeting Agenda
Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
This is a work/study session of the Federal Way School Board with informational presentations and a discussion. The board will hear an Ends 3 Presentation and an MTSS Update, both for information only, and review the Board Self-Assessment. No votes or action items are scheduled.
- Ends 3 Presentation (information only) by Superintendent
- MTSS Update (information only) by Superintendent
- Review of the Board Self-Assessment (discussion)
- Policy Review (no details provided)
The meeting consisted of informational presentations and discussions. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded.
Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will vote on a new Prof-Tech Collective Bargaining Agreement and consider Resolution 2020-04 regarding Thomas Jefferson High School's constructability review. The board will also approve warrants and vouchers totaling over $3.3 million across general, ASB, PPT, and capital project funds, and consent to field trips and personnel reports.
- Action on Prof-Tech Collective Bargaining Agreement (2020-2022)
- Resolution 2020-04: acceptance of Thomas Jefferson High School constructability review
- Warrants and vouchers: General Fund $1,934,137.12, ASB Fund $67,516.79, PPT Fund $481.05, Capital Projects $1,321,961.02
- Field trips for Decatur, Todd Beamer, and Thomas Jefferson high schools to Portland for Key Club District Convention
- Personnel reports for Areas 1-4
The Board of Education approved a collective bargaining agreement for the Professional Technical Union and a constructability review report for Thomas Jefferson High School. The Board also approved a consent agenda covering budget, personnel, and student field trips.
- Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement for Professional Technical Union effective 2019-09-01 through 2022-08-31
- Approved Resolution 2020-04: Thomas Jefferson High School Constructability Review Report
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including budget, finance, salaries, and benefits
- Approved Personnel Reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4
- Approved Decatur HS field trip to Portland, OR for Key Club District Convention (March 20-22, 2020)
- Approved Todd Beamer HS and Thomas Jefferson HS field trips to Portland, OR for Key Club District Convention (March 20-22, 2020)
- Approved Meeting Agenda for February 25, 2020
Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board is holding a work/study session with mostly procedural items and one discussion: a board self-assessment. No votes or major decisions are scheduled.
- Board self-assessment discussion (2.01)
The Board of Education held a work/study session on February 18, 2020. The meeting consisted of procedural items and a discussion regarding the Board Self-Assessment. No substantive decisions were recorded.
Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will consider several resolutions and consent agenda items, including a value engineering report for Thomas Jefferson High School (Resolution 2020-03), a waiver of public bidding requirements (Resolution 2020-05), and disposition of portable classrooms (Resolution 2020-06). The consent agenda includes approval of warrants and vouchers totaling over $30 million across general, ASB, capital project, and payroll funds, as well as personnel reports and field trips.
- Resolution 2020-03: Thomas Jefferson High School Value Engineering Report for potential construction cost savings
- Consent agenda warrants totaling $24,435,113.82 (general, ASB, payroll) and $6,435,198.18 (capital projects)
- Resolution 2020-05: Authorization to waive public bidding requirements per RCW 39.04.280
- Resolution 2020-06: Authorization of portable classroom disposition per RCW 28A.335.180
- Field trips: Sequoyah MS to Gresham, OR (Apr 24) and Athol, ID (May 30-31) for music festivals
The Board of Education approved several resolutions regarding school facilities and bidding requirements. They also passed a consent agenda covering personnel reports, budget items, and two middle school field trips.
- Approved Resolution 2020-03: Thomas Jefferson High School Value Engineering Report
- Approved Resolution 2020-05: Authorization to Waive Public Bidding Requirements of RCW 39.04.280
- Approved Resolution 2020-06: Authorization of Portable Classroom Disposition Requirements per RCW 28A.335.180
- Accepted the Ends 2 Monitoring Response Report
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda, including budget, finance, and personnel reports
- Approved Sequoyah MS field trip to Gresham, OR for Mt. Hood Jazz Festival (April 24, 2020)
- Approved Sequoyah MS field trip to Athol, ID for Music in the Parks Festival (May 30-31, 2020)
Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will consider consent agenda items including approval of over $38.7 million in warrants and vouchers for operating and capital projects, financial reports for November and December 2019, personnel reports, and multiple student field trips. No other action items are listed.
- Approval of $29,115,262.87 in operating fund warrants and vouchers
- Approval of $9,592,506.34 in capital projects fund warrants
- Approval of November 2019 and December 2019 financial reports
- Approval of personnel reports for Areas 1 through 4
- Approval of multiple student field trips to California, Oregon, Canada, Japan, and Europe
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and a Required Approvals Agenda. This consent agenda included the approval of financial reports, personnel reports, and 11 student field trips to various domestic and international locations.
- Approved Meeting Agenda of January 28, 2020
- Approved Required Approvals Agenda of January 28, 2020
- Approved November 2019 and December 2019 Financial Reports
- Approved Personnel Reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4
- Approved 11 student field trips to CA, OR, NM, SC, BC, Japan, and Europe
- Approved receipt of anonymous donation to Thomas Jefferson High School
Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.
The Federal Way School Board will hold a work/study session to discuss a Guaranteed Maximum Price for Thomas Jefferson High School, and consider resolutions to authorize portable classroom disposition and waive public bidding requirements. An informational presentation on Ends 2 is also scheduled.
- Thomas Jefferson High School Guaranteed Maximum Price Presentation (Board Response: Action)
- Resolution 2020-01: Authorization of Portable Classroom Disposition Requirements of RCW 28A.335.180 (Action)
- Resolution 2020-02: Authorization to Waive Public Bidding Requirements of RCW 39.04.280 (Action)
- Ends 2 Presentation (Information Only)
The Board of Education approved a guaranteed maximum price for phases 2 and 3 of the Thomas Jefferson High School project. Two resolutions regarding portable classroom disposition and public bidding waivers were also approved.
- Approved Cornerstone's Third Guaranteed Maximum Price for Phase 2 and 3 at Thomas Jefferson High School
- Approved Resolution 2020-01: Authorization of Portable Classroom Disposition Requirements of RCW 28A.335.180
- Approved Resolution 2020-02: Authorization to Waive Public Bidding Requirements of RCW 39.04.280