Federal Way Public Schools public meetings in 2022

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will meet in-person with a remote option to approve consent items including over $33 million in warrants, financial reports, and out-of-state student trips. Action items include votes on the PSE and Prof Tech collective bargaining agreements and election of board officers.

• Approval of PSE Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Approval of Prof Tech Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Election of Board Officers
• Approval of out-of-state trips for FWHS boys basketball and TJHS boys baseball
• Approval of warrants totaling over $33 million

The Board of Education elected new officers and approved collective bargaining agreements for Public School Employees and Professional-Technical Employees through August 31, 2025. The board also approved a Required Approvals Agenda containing financial reports and personnel updates. A discussion on the Collaborative Forum was postponed.

• Elected Trudy Davis as President (unanimous)
• Elected Dr. Jennifer Jones as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Luckisha Phillips as Legislative Representative (unanimous)
• Elected Quentin Morris as WIAA Representative (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Public School Employees #704 (effective 9/1/22-8/31/25)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Professional-Technical Employees Association #717 (effective 9/1/22-8/31/25)
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda including financial reports and personnel reports
• Postponed Collaborative Forum Discussion

Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will hold a work/study session with discussions and presentations, including a presentation on the ENDS 1 policy goal and an equity discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational and developmental.

• ENDS 1 presentation by Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer
• Collaborative forum discussion on organizational performance
• Equity discussion led by board director Dr. Jennifer Jones

The meeting consisted of presentations and discussions regarding organizational performance and equity. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will decide on a redistricting plan and whether to move Illahee Middle School from design development to construction. They will also consider a resolution authorizing real property disposition. The consent agenda includes approval of warrants totaling over $29.5 million and routine personnel and stipend reports.

• Redistricting Plan Approval
• Illahee MS 100% Design Development to Construction
• Resolution 2022-23: Authorization of Real Property Disposition
• Warrants and vouchers: $29,576,977.73 (general, ASB, payroll) and $152,412.47 (capital projects)
• Comprehensive Counseling Transition Plan and Health Services Update

The Board of Education adopted proposed Director District boundary changes and approved the transition of the Illahee Middle School project from design development to construction. The Board also authorized a resolution for real property disposition.

• Adopted proposed Director District boundary changes (Motion carried)
• Approved Illahee Middle School project move from 100% Design Development to Construction (Motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2022-23: Authorization of Real Property Disposition Requirements of RCW 28A.335.090 (Motion carried)
• Approved Meeting Agenda of November 8, 2022 (4 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda including budget, finance, and personnel reports (Motion carried)
• Denied motion to move public comment after legislative representative update (Motion failed)
• Voted against holding a Community Connect on November 29, 2022 (4-0 no)
• Voted against holding Collaborative Forums on a quarterly basis (5-0 no)

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed redistricting plan during its regular meeting. The board will also consider Resolution 2022-22 to approve a guaranteed maximum price for the Memorial Field renovation. A large consent agenda includes warrants and vouchers totaling over $3 million from the general fund and over $4.6 million from capital projects fund.

• Public hearing on the redistricting plan (7:15 p.m.)
• Resolution 2022-22: Memorial Field Renovation Guaranteed Maximum Price
• Approval of general fund and ASB warrants totaling $3,275,482.31
• Approval of capital projects fund warrants totaling $4,691,733.70
• Approval of contracts and PSAs (consent agenda)

The Board of Education approved Resolution 2022-22 regarding the Memorial Field Renovation Guaranteed Maximum Price. The board also approved the meeting agenda and a Required Approvals Agenda containing several administrative and personnel reports.

• Approved Resolution 2022-22: Memorial Field Renovation Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)
• Approved October 25, 2022 Meeting Agenda
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda, including budget, finance, salaries, benefits, and personnel reports
• Approved October 11, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes
• Approved October 18, 2022 Work Study Minutes
• Approved Highly Capable Program Plan

Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

This work/study session includes presentations on redistricting plans, social emotional learning, and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), followed by a board equity discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the board is reviewing information and discussing topics.

• Redistricting Plans Review presentation by Superintendent Dani Pfeiffer
• Social Emotional Learning Presentation by Superintendent Dani Pfeiffer
• Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Presentation by Superintendent Dani Pfeiffer
• Equity Discussion led by Board Director Dr. Jennifer Jones

The Board of Education approved the Phase II, Iteration 3 redistricting plans to resolve residency conflicts. The session also included presentations on Social Emotional Learning and Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).

• Adopted Phase II, Iteration 3 redistricting plans (5-0)

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider and approve a series of warrants and vouchers totaling $30,887,845.25, covering payroll, general fund and ASB fund disbursements. It will also approve capital projects fund warrants for $1,977,381.98 and adopt personnel and stipend reports for multiple school areas. Additional items include the receipt of a 2018 instructional materials policy, easement and bill of sale documents for three elementary schools, and updates on the tech levy, redistricting and legislative priorities.

• Approve warrants and vouchers totaling $30,887,845.25 (payroll, General Fund, ASB Fund)
• Approve Capital Projects Fund warrants totaling $1,977,381.98
• Approve personnel reports for Areas 1‑4
• Approve certificated and classified stipend reports
• Approve easements and bill of sale for Mirror Lake, Lake Grove and Wildwood Elementary

The Board of Education approved the educational specifications for Illahee Middle School and the Required Approvals Agenda. The Board also directed a consultant to provide input on redistricting changes to improve region compactness and resolve residency conflicts.

• Approved Illahee Middle School Educational Specifications
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (including budget, finance, personnel reports, and easements)
• Approved motion to have consultant provide input on redistricting for region compactness and residency conflicts (5-0)
• Approved Meeting Agenda

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes $30,803,937.92 in general fund warrants and $5,991,616.82 in capital projects warrants. Other consent items include adoption of Policy 3424/3424P on opioid-related overdose reversal, approval of field trips, personnel and stipend reports, and meeting minutes. The board will also hold development sessions on school welcome, good news, and legislative updates.

• Approve $30.8M in general fund warrants and $5.99M in capital projects warrants
• Adopt Policy 3424/3424P on opioid-related overdose reversal
• Approve field trips for Decatur HS (swim/dive to Kennewick; cross country to Seaside, OR), Todd Beamer HS (cross country to Seaside, OR), and Federal Way HS (cross country to Portland, OR)
• Approve personnel reports for Areas 1-4 and stipend reports
• Receive board development presentations including legislative update and GP-5 compliance monitoring

The Board of Education approved several policy changes and confirmed compliance with governance policies. A Required Approvals Agenda was passed, which included personnel reports, budget items, and various high school field trips.

• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (including budget, finance, and personnel reports)
• Approved policy changes for GP-2, EL-2, EL-4, BS/R-6 and BS/R-8
• Confirmed compliance with ENDS, Executive Limitations, Board/Superintendent Relationship and Governance Process policies
• Approved Decatur HS field trip to Kennewick, WA (Sept 16-17)
• Approved Decatur HS field trip to Seaside, OR (Sept 23-24)
• Approved Todd Beamer HS field trip to Seaside, OR (Sept 23-24)
• Approved Federal Way HS field trip to Portland, OR (Sept 24)

Special Board Meeting - Executive Session at 4:30 p.m. and Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will hold a special work/study session starting with a closed executive session at 4:30 p.m., then reconvening publicly at 5:00 p.m. Items include selecting a scholar representative, a board self-assessment discussion, a safety and security update, a legislative update, and an equity discussion. The board will also vote on the 2022-23 meeting schedule.

• Scholar Representative to the Board Selection Process – presentation by Superintendent
• Board Self-Assessment – discussion led by Board President
• Safety and Security Update – presentation by Superintendent
• 2022-23 Board Meeting Schedule – action item
• Equity Discussion – led by Board Director Dr. Jennifer Jones

The Board of Education approved the 2022-23 Board Meeting Schedule. Other agenda items consisted of presentations and discussions regarding board selection, self-assessment, legislative updates, and safety and security.

• Approved 2022-23 Board Meeting Schedule

Special Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

This special board meeting of the Federal Way School Board is called to consider and possibly approve collective bargaining agreements with the Federal Way Education Association (FWEA), FWEA-ESP, E-Start, and the Association of Federal Way School Principals. The meeting includes procedural items, superintendent and board comments, and an opportunity for public comment.

• Action on FWEA Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Action on FWEA-ESP Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Action on E-Start Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Action on Association of Federal Way School Principals Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Public comment period at 5:45 p.m.

The Board of Education approved four collective bargaining agreements with various employee associations. These contracts establish terms of employment for educators, support professionals, E-Start staff, and school principals.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Federal Way Education Association (Sept 1, 2022 - Aug 31, 2024)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Federal Way Education Association-Educational Support Professionals (Sept 1, 2022 - Aug 31, 2024)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Public School Employees of Federal Way E-Start (Sept 1, 2022 - Aug 31, 2025)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Association of Federal Way School Principals (July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025)
• Approved the September 6, 2022 Meeting Agenda

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way Public Schools Board of Directors will meet on August 23, 2022, to adopt the 2022-23 district budget and approve $3.86 million in district payments. The adopted budget determines district funding for the upcoming school year, and the facility use fee proposal sets costs for community groups renting district properties. The agenda also covers July financial reports, personnel updates, and a quarterly bond construction update.

• Adoption of Resolution 2022-20 for the 2022-23 district budget
• Approval of General Fund warrants totaling $3,134,670.66 and Capital Projects Fund warrants totaling $727,332.19
• Public hearing for the 2022-23 budget scheduled from 6:50 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Approval of a facility use fee proposal and updated fee schedule
• Review of the July 2022 financial report and quarterly bond construction update

The Board of Education approved Resolution 2022-20 to adopt the 2022-23 budget following a public hearing. The board also approved a series of consent agenda items and set a future work study date.

• Approved Resolution 2022-20 adopting the 2022-23 Budget
• Approved the Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including financial reports, contracts, and personnel reports
• Approved September 20, 2022 as a work study meeting date
• Approved the meeting agenda for August 23, 2022

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The board will vote on Resolution 2022-19 for a new-in-lieu replacement option for Illahee Middle School. They will also receive an update on homelessness under the McKinney-Vento Act, introduce new administrative staff, and hear a legislative representative update. The consent agenda includes approval of personnel reports, stipends, and financial warrants totaling over $23 million in payroll and capital project funds.

• Resolution 2022-19: New-in-lieu replacement option for Illahee Middle School
• Personnel reports for Areas 1–4 and stipend report
• Payroll warrants totaling $13,536,625.06 for July 29, 2022
• Capital projects fund warrants of $2,901,112.17 for July 27, 2022
• Homelessness/McKinney Vento update presentation

The Board of Education approved Resolution 2022-19 regarding a replacement option for Illahee Middle School. The board also approved the meeting agenda and a Required Approvals Agenda containing personnel, budget, and construction reports.

• Approved Resolution 2022-19: New-in-lieu Replacement Option for Illahee Middle School
• Approved Meeting Agenda of August 9, 2022
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda of August 9, 2022
• Approved Personnel Report - Area 1 & 2 (Consent)
• Approved Personnel Report - Area 3 & 4 (Consent)
• Approved Stipend Report (Consent)
• Approved Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits (Consent)
• Approved Buildings, Grounds and Construction (Consent)

Regular Board Meeting - 11:00 a.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider consent items including approval of warrants and vouchers totaling over $46 million across general, ASB, and capital projects funds. They will also review May and June financial reports, approve contracts and personnel items, and authorize a Thomas Jefferson HS cross country field trip to Norco, CA. Presentations include a recovery planning update and the Illahee Middle School schematic design.

• Approval of General Fund warrants totaling $40,245,032.14 and Capital Projects Fund warrants totaling $6,158,874.43
• Approval of May and June 2022 financial reports
• Approval of contracts and professional services agreements
• Approval of personnel reports and stipend reports
• Authorization of Thomas Jefferson HS field trip to Norco, CA for cross country invitational (Sept 16-18, 2022)

The Board approved the transition of the Illahee Middle School project from Schematic Design to Design Development. The Board also accepted an invitation to hold a joint collaborative forum with the Federal Way City Council on November 29, 2022.

• Approved Illahee Middle School project move from Schematic Design to Design Development
• Accepted invitation for joint collaborative forum with City Council on Nov 29, 2022 (3-1)
• Approved Meeting Agenda of July 26, 2022
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda of July 26, 2022, including financial reports and personnel reports

Special Board Meeting - Executive Session at 5:30 p.m. and Regular 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 regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. at Wildwood Elementary School. The board is expected to approve a consent agenda including warrants and vouchers totaling over $30.6 million, contracts, personnel reports, and WIAA membership renewal. Action items include six resolutions adopting capital facilities plans for the cities of Federal Way, Auburn, Kent, Milton, and King County. The superintendent will present the budget recommendation and a proposal for advanced math adoption.

• Approval of $27,011,362.02 in general fund, ASB, and payroll warrants/vouchers
• Approval of $3,652,130.07 in capital projects fund warrants
• Six resolutions (2022-11 through 2022-16) adopting 2023/2024 capital facilities plans for Federal Way, Auburn, Kent, Milton, and King County
• Superintendent's budget recommendation presentation
• Action on advanced math adoption

The Board of Education approved the adoption of advanced math materials and six resolutions regarding 2023 Capital Facilities Plans. The Board also authorized a land easement agreement with Sound Transit for the Mark Twain Elementary School site.

• Approved adoption of Advanced Math materials
• Approved Resolutions 2022-11 through 2022-16 regarding 2023 Capital Facilities Plans
• Approved Resolution 2022-17: Auditing and Certifying Officer for All Funds
• Approved Resolution 2022-18: Unrepresented Central Office Personnel
• Approved 5.5% inflationary adjustment for unrepresented central office personnel effective July 1, 2022
• Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement with Sound Transit for an easement at Mark Twain Elementary School
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda including budget, finance, and personnel reports
• Approved continuing membership with WIAA

Special Board Meeting - Executive Session at 4:15 p.m. and Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The board will convene for a work/study session after a closed executive session. The superintendent will present the budget recommendation, along with updates on school-based health centers, urban collaborative, and advanced math adoption. Board development topics include a legislative representative update, self-assessment, 360 review, and equity reading discussion.

• Superintendent's Budget Recommendation (presentation)
• School-based Health Center Update
• Urban Collaborative Update
• Advanced Math Adoption
• Board Self-Assessment and 360 Degree Review

The Board of Education conducted a work study session featuring presentations on budget recommendations, health centers, and math adoption. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Special Board Meeting - Executive Session at 4:45 p.m. and Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will hold a special executive session at 4:45 p.m., then reconvene for a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. at Twin Lakes Elementary. Action items include approval of warrants totaling over $2.6 million, personnel and stipend reports, and a vote on adopting new social studies materials for grades 6-8. The board will also hear presentations on summer school recovery planning and recognize good news and awards.

• Approval of warrants totaling $1,656,050.19 from general and ASB funds
• Approval of capital projects warrants totaling $1,028,591.42
• Social studies curriculum adoption for grades 6-8 (action)
• Summer school recovery plan update (presentation)
• Personnel reports and stipend approvals

The Board of Education approved the adoption of social studies materials for grades 6-8. The board also approved a consent agenda covering financial reports, personnel, and contracts, and verified compliance for four executive limitations.

• Approved adoption of Social Studies materials for Grades 6-8
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (including April 2022 Financial Report, personnel reports, and contracts)
• Approved Executive Limitations 1: Human Resources compliance (4-1)
• Approved Executive Limitation 2: Scholars compliance
• Approved Executive Limitation 3: Finance and Asset Protection compliance
• Approved Executive Limitation 4: Communications compliance
• Approved May 24, 2022 Meeting Agenda (4-1)
• Denied motion to move public comment period to the beginning of the agenda

Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will hold a work/study session featuring presentations on recovery planning for summer school, social studies curriculum adoption for grades 6-8, and Memorial Field design. The board will also discuss a 360-degree review, an equity reading, and a board self-assessment. No policy review items are listed for this session.

• Recovery Planning-Summer School Update presentation (5:05 p.m.)
• Social Studies Adoption Grades 6-8 presentation (5:25 p.m.)
• Memorial Field Design presentation with action item (5:45 p.m.)
• 360 Degree Review discussion (6:05 p.m.)
• Equity Reading Discussion and Board Self-Assessment (6:25-6:45 p.m.)

The Board of Education approved the transition of the Memorial Field Renovation Project from Phase 1 design to Phase 2 design. The session also included presentations on summer school recovery planning and social studies adoption for grades 6-8.

• Approved Memorial Field Renovation Project move from Phase 1 design to Phase 2 design
• Postponed Equity Reading discussion to June 7, 2022

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will vote on a consent agenda including $28 million in warrants and vouchers, $1 million in capital projects, and personnel reports. They will also consider contract authorizations for certificated and classified staff and approve the 2022-23 district calendar. Other items include a quarterly bond construction update and a legislative update.

• Approval of warrants totaling $28,014,917.22 across general fund, ASB, and payroll
• Approval of capital projects warrants totaling $1,043,246.69
• Personnel reports and stipend approvals for certificated and classified staff
• Contract authorization for 2022-23 for certificated teachers and administrators
• Quarterly bond construction update and 2022-23 district calendar approval

The Board of Education approved the 2022-2023 District Calendar and authorized the issuance of contracts for certificated teachers and administrative staff. The board also approved a series of consent items including budget, finance, and personnel reports.

• Approved 2022-2023 District Calendar
• Approved 2022-23 contract issuance for certificated administrators, classified administrators, and non-represented administrative staff
• Approved 2022-23 contract issuance for certificated teachers
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including Buildings, Grounds and Construction
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including Personnel Reports for Areas 1-4 and Stipend Report
• Approved May 10, 2022 Meeting Agenda

Community Connect at 5:00 p.m. and Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will meet to approve a series of warrant and voucher requests totaling $29,066,771.30 for the General and ASB Funds, as well as $7,185,886.22 for the Capital Projects Fund. Other agenda items include approval of the required approvals agenda (budget, finance, payroll), review of the March 2022 financial report, and consideration of contracts, PSAs, and the Asset Preservation Program. The meeting begins with a Community Connect session at 5 p.m., followed by the regular board meeting at 6 p.m. at Federal Way High School.

• Approval of General and ASB Fund warrants/vouchers totaling $29,066,771.30
• Approval of Capital Projects Fund warrants/vouchers totaling $7,185,886.22
• Approval of the Required Approvals Agenda – budget, finance, salaries and benefits
• Approval of Contracts and PSAs (see attached document)
• Approval of Asset Preservation Program 2021‑22

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and the Required Approvals Agenda. The consent agenda included financial reports, personnel reports, and several high school field trips. The meeting also featured presentations on communications, human resources, and college and career readiness.

• Approved Meeting Agenda of April 26, 2022
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda of April 26, 2022
• Approved Board Meeting and Work Study Minutes
• Approved Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits
• Approved Buildings, Grounds and Construction
• Approved March 2022 Financial Report
• Approved Personnel Reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4
• Approved field trips for Decatur HS, Federal Way HS, and Thomas Jefferson HS

Work/Study Session at 5:00 p.m. and Special Board Meeting at 7:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board holds a work/study session at 5 p.m. featuring presentations on executive limitations regarding scholar relationships and academic programs, universal screeners, asset preservation, and Community Connect. At 7 p.m. the board convenes a special meeting that immediately recesses to closed executive session, then reconvenes at 7:30 p.m. to adjourn. No votes are scheduled; all business is informational or procedural.

• Executive Limitations 2 presentation on scholar relationships, academic programs, and conduct/discipline
• Universal Screeners presentation
• Asset Preservation Program (APP) presentation
• Community Connect update
• Equity reading discussion and 360 degree review

The Board of Education held a work study session and a special board meeting. The primary action taken was a decision to coordinate collaborative meetings with the City Council following the elections.

• Approved motion to respond to City Council regarding collaborative meetings to be arranged after elections (4-1-1)

Special Board Meeting - Executive Session at 5:00 p.m. and Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will start with an executive session at 5 p.m., then hold a regular meeting at 6 p.m. Key action items include voting on the superintendent's contract, approving over $3.3 million in warrants and vouchers for general and capital projects funds, and receiving a Memorial Field construction update. The consent agenda also covers personnel reports, stipends, and the February 2022 financial report.

• Consent agenda includes approval of $2,044,825.28 in general fund warrants and $1,271,271.08 in capital projects fund warrants
• Superintendent contract action (item 4.3)
• Memorial Field construction update presentation
• Panther Lake Elementary School highlight
• Personnel and stipend reports for Areas 1-4

The Board of Education approved a one-year contract extension for Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer. The Board also voted on organizational performance compliance and approved a series of consent agenda items including financial and personnel reports.

• Approved one-year contract extension for Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer through June 2025
• Approved Sub End 3 - A Voice - Whole Child: Personal Responsibility and Contributing to an Inclusive Community as in compliance (4-1)
• Approved the March 22, 2022 Meeting Agenda
• Approved the Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including February 2022 Financial Report and Personnel Reports
• Denied motion to postpone Ends 3 Action for a year (motion not seconded)

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider consent items including approval of warrants and vouchers totaling $29,219,781.27 for the General Fund, ASB Fund, and payroll, plus $2,343,789.78 for Capital Projects. Other consent items include contracts, personnel reports, and stipends. The board will also hear a school highlight from Kilo Middle School and a presentation on Ends 3.

• Approval of General Fund warrants and vouchers totaling $29,219,781.27
• Approval of Capital Projects Fund warrants totaling $2,343,789.78
• Approval of contracts and personal services agreements (PSAs)
• Personnel reports for Areas 1-4 and stipend reports
• Presentation on Ends 3 by Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and the Required Approvals Agenda. The approved consent agenda included items related to budget, finance, construction, contracts, and personnel reports. No decisions were reached regarding unfinished business.

• Approved Meeting Agenda of March 8, 2022
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda of March 8, 2022
• Approved Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits (Consent)
• Approved Buildings, Grounds and Construction (Consent)
• Approved Contracts and PSAs (Consent)
• Approved Personnel Reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4 (Consent)
• Approved Stipend Report (Consent)

Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board holds a work/study session with presentations and discussions on organizational performance, enrollment and staffing updates, a 360-degree board review, equity reading, and a forum with the City Council. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting focuses on board development and policy review.

• Ends 3 presentation on organizational performance
• Enrollment and staffing update from the superintendent
• 360-degree review of board director Dr. Jennifer Jones
• Equity reading discussion led by board president
• City Council/Board forum discussion

The meeting consisted of presentations and discussions; no substantive decisions were made. The board reviewed organizational performance, enrollment and staffing updates, and board development topics.

Special Board Meeting - Executive Session at 5:30 p.m. and Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will hold a special meeting beginning with an executive session at 5:30 p.m., then reconvene for the regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. Items for action include approval of the consent agenda (warrants, financial report, contracts, personnel, stipends) and a resolution authorizing an unlimited tax general obligation refunding bond. The board will also hear a presentation on Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)/Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and receive public comment.

• Consent agenda includes warrants totaling $2,564,054.33 from the General Fund and ASB Fund
• Capital project warrants totaling $2,164,455.97
• Resolution 2022-10: Unlimited Tax General Obligation Refunding Bond, 2022
• MTSS/UDL update presentation from the superintendent
• Public comment accepted in-person or via email

The Board of Education approved Resolution 2022-10 regarding a refunding bond. The Board also approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda covering financial reports, personnel, and contracts. Additionally, the Board verified compliance for Sub End 2 - A Dream - Academic Achievement.

• Approved Resolution 2022-10: Unlimited Tax General Obligation Refunding Bond, 2022
• Approved Sub End 2 - A Dream - Academic Achievement as in compliance
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including January 2022 Financial Report, personnel reports, and contracts
• Approved February 22, 2022 Meeting Agenda

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider resolutions for final acceptance of construction at Lake Grove, Mirror Lake, and Wildwood elementary schools, set a guaranteed maximum price for Thomas Jefferson High School, and hold a first reading of a bond refunding resolution. The board also will approve warrants totaling over $27 million and other consent agenda items.

• Resolutions for final acceptance of construction at Lake Grove, Mirror Lake, and Wildwood elementary schools
• Resolution setting guaranteed maximum price for Thomas Jefferson High School construction
• First reading of Resolution 2022-10 for unlimited tax general obligation refunding bonds 2022
• Approval of warrants totaling $25.2 million for general fund and payroll
• Approval of capital projects fund warrants totaling $1.94 million

The Board of Education approved building commissioning reports and final construction acceptance for Lake Grove, Mirror Lake, and Wildwood Elementary Schools. Additionally, the Board approved the guaranteed maximum price and purchasing cooperative for Thomas Jefferson High School athletic fields.

• Approved building commissioning reports for Lake Grove, Mirror Lake, and Wildwood Elementary Schools (Resolutions 2022-02, 2022-03, 2022-04)
• Approved final acceptance of construction for Lake Grove, Mirror Lake, and Wildwood Elementary Schools (Resolutions 2022-05, 2022-06, 2022-07)
• Approved Thomas Jefferson High School Athletic Fields Guaranteed Maximum Price for Cornerstone (Resolution 2022-08)
• Approved Thomas Jefferson High School Athletic Fields District Purchasing Cooperative - KCDA (Resolution 2022-09)
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda including budget, finance, salaries, benefits, and personnel reports
• Approved February 8, 2022 Meeting Agenda

Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will hear presentations on construction projects at Lake Grove, Mirror Lake, and Wildwood elementary schools, as well as updates on high school planning night and HB 1257. The board will also conduct a 360-degree review and self-assessment.

• Overview of Lake Grove, Mirror Lake and Wildwood ES construction projects
• High School Planning Night update
• HB 1257 update
• Board self-assessment
• 360-degree review

The Board of Education conducted a Work/Study session consisting of presentations and discussions. No substantive decisions were made or voted upon during this meeting.

Special Board Meeting - Executive Session at 5:00 p.m. and Regular Board Meeting at 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting starting with an executive session at 5 p.m., followed by the regular meeting at 6 p.m. The board will vote on consent agenda items including warrants totaling $1,556,615.84 for general/ASB funds and $3,356,127.06 for capital projects, along with personnel and stipend reports. Key discussion items include a recovery planning update, Resolution 2022-01 to waive public bidding requirements under RCW 39.04, and a presentation on the Memorial Field design-build team.

• Resolution 2022-01 to waive public bidding requirements (RCW 39.04)
• Approval of warrants: $1,556,615.84 (general/ASB) and $3,356,127.06 (capital projects)
• Memorial Field design-build team presentation
• Recovery planning update from Superintendent
• Personnel reports (Areas 1-4) and stipend report

Work/Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will hear presentations on recovery planning and the highly capable referral process. A 360-degree review of board operations is also scheduled. No votes or formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Recovery Planning Update by Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer
• Highly Capable Referral Process Update by Superintendent
• 360 Degree Review of board operations by Vice President Trudy Davis

The Board of Education held a work/study session featuring presentations on recovery planning and the highly capable referral process. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider and vote on several required‑approval items, including large warrant and voucher payments and capital‑project funding. It will also adopt the October and November 2021 financial reports, review contracts and personnel reports, and hear public comment. All approvals are presented as consent items.

• Approval of General Fund, ASB Fund, and Payroll warrants totaling $27,921,573.12
• Approval of Capital Projects Fund warrants totaling $3,971,769.03
• Adoption of the October 2021 Financial Report
• Adoption of the November 2021 Financial Report
• Approval of Contracts and PSA's (January 11, 2022)

The Board of Education approved FORMA as the General Contractor as Construction Manager for the Illahee Middle School Replacement Project. The Board also approved the meeting agenda and the Required Approvals Agenda, which included financial reports and personnel reports.

• Approved FORMA as General Contractor as Construction Manager for Illahee Middle School Replacement Project
• Approved January 11, 2022 Meeting Agenda
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (including financial reports, personnel reports, and contracts)