Federal Way Public Schools public meetings in 2023

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The board will review required approvals including budget, finance, and personnel reports. The agenda also includes the oath of office for three directors and the election of board officers.

• Approval of $32,489,540.39 in total warrants and vouchers
• Approval of $825,475.83 in capital projects fund warrants and vouchers
• Oath of office for Dr. Jennifer Jones, Luckisha Phillips, and Joan Marie Murphy
• Election of Board Officers
• August, September, and October 2023 Financial Reports

The Board of Education elected new officers and administered oaths of office to three directors. The board also approved a consent agenda covering financial reports, personnel, and stipends.

• Elected Dr. Jennifer Jones as President (3-2)
• Elected Luckisha Phillips as Vice President (3-2)
• Approved extension of Luckisha Phillips as Legislative Representative for 12 months
• Approved reaffirmation of all existing policies and adopted regulations
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda including August, September, and October 2023 financial reports
• Approved Personnel Reports for Areas 1-4 and certificated/classified stipend reports
• Approved Rainier View Elementary donation for Breakfast in the Classroom
• Approved DHS Boys Wrestling trip to NW Duals Tournament in Albany, OR

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

The Federal Way School Board holds a work/study session. They will receive a presentation on Ends 1 organizational performance and hold an equity discussion. No voting items are scheduled; the meeting is primarily procedural.

• Ends 1 presentation on organizational performance (5:05 p.m.)
• Equity discussion led by Board Vice President Dr. Jennifer Jones (5:25 p.m.)
• Meeting held in-person at FWPS Educational Service Center, 33330 8th Avenue South, with remote option

The Board of Education conducted a work study session featuring a presentation on ENDS 1 and an equity discussion. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The board will vote on Amended Resolution 2023-22 for final acceptance of construction at Olympic View K8. They will also approve a consent agenda including over $7.2 million in warrants and vouchers, contracts, personnel reports, and a girls wrestling trip to California. Presentations are scheduled on scholar and family engagement and multilingual services.

• Amended Resolution 2023-22: final acceptance of Olympic View K8 construction
• Consent agenda includes warrants totaling $2,559,710.88 (general/ASB) and $4,723,795.66 (capital projects)
• Approval of TJHS girls wrestling trip to tournament in San Dimas, CA from Jan 4-8, 2024
• Approval of Carl Perkins Grant memo and FWPS CTE 4-year plan 2022-2026
• Public comment period at 7:55 p.m.

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items including personnel reports and budget matters. A specific resolution was amended to correct the name of the construction company for the Olympic View K8 project.

• Approved Meeting Agenda of November 28, 2023
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent)
• Approved Board Meeting Minutes from November 14, 2023 (Consent)
• 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)
• Amended Resolution 2023-22 to change construction company name from BNBuilder, Inc. to FORMA Construction for Olympic View K8

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will vote on resolutions for final acceptance of construction and building commissioning report for Olympic View K8, and approve over $30 million in warrants and vouchers for the general fund and capital projects. The meeting also includes updates on attendance, re-engagement, and McKinney-Vento, as well as personnel reports and a legislative representative update.

• Resolution 2023-20: Acceptance of Olympic View K8 Building Commissioning Report
• Resolution 2023-22: Final Acceptance of Olympic View K8 Construction
• Approval of General Fund warrants totaling $30,548,347.28
• Approval of Capital Projects Fund warrants totaling $5,476,598.65
• Personnel Reports for Areas 1-4 including out-of-endorsement requests

The Board of Education approved the final acceptance of construction and the building commissioning report for Olympic View K8. The board also approved a consent agenda covering budget, finance, personnel reports, and previous meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution 2023-22: Olympic View K8 Final Acceptance of Construction
• Approved Resolution 2023-20: Olympic View K8 Acceptance of Building Commissioning Report
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including Buildings, Grounds and Construction
• Approved Personnel Reports for Area 1 & 2 and Area 3 & 4 (Consent)
• Approved Board Meeting Minutes from October 24, 2023 and Work Study Minutes from November 7, 2023 (Consent)
• Approved the November 14, 2023 Meeting Agenda

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

The Federal Way School Board will hold a work study session with presentations on school improvement data, tiered support for student social/emotional/behavioral needs, and final acceptance of Olympic View K8. The meeting begins with a closed executive session at 4:30 p.m., followed by the public session at 5:00 p.m. No votes or action items are scheduled.

• School Improvement Data Metrics presentation
• Responding to Scholar Social/Emotional/Behavioral Needs: Tiered Support presentation
• Olympic View K8 Final Acceptance presentation
• Executive session before the public meeting
• Policy Review and Board Development listed without details

The Board held a work study session featuring presentations on school improvement data, tiered supports for scholar social/emotional and behavioral needs, and the final acceptance of Olympic View K8. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider approval of warrants totaling $2,519,062.27 for general, ASB, and transportation funds, and $4,959,831.33 for capital projects. They will also receive updates on college and career readiness and the budget and enrollment, and vote on a resolution to cancel certain warrants. The meeting includes consent agenda items for contracts, personnel reports, and minutes.

• Approval of $2,519,062.27 in warrants from General, ASB, and Transportation Vehicle Funds
• Approval of $4,959,831.33 in Capital Projects Fund warrants
• Approval of contracts and professional service agreements
• Personnel reports covering hires and changes in all four areas
• Resolution 2023-23 to cancel certain warrants

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda covering budget, personnel, and contracts. The Board also passed a resolution to cancel warrants. Presentations were provided regarding college and career readiness and budget and enrollment updates.

• Approved Meeting Agenda of October 24, 2023
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including budget, finance, salaries, benefits, buildings, grounds, construction, contracts, PSAs, and personnel reports
• Approved Resolution 2023-23: Cancellation of Warrants

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes warrants totaling $39.4 million, personnel reports, and new policies. The board will also receive presentations on the K-8 English Language Arts adoption and a legislative update.

• Approval of General Fund warrants totaling $35,877,844.25
• Approval of Capital Projects Fund warrants totaling $3,545,937.38
• Adoption of Policy 2230 Transition to Kindergarten Program
• Adoption of Policy 2420/2420P Grading and Reporting
• Acceptance of donation for Decatur High School Korean Program

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and the Required Approvals Agenda. This consent agenda included the approval of budget, finance, personnel reports, and the Highly Capable Program Plan.

• Approved Meeting Agenda of October 10, 2023
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda of October 10, 2023
• Approved Board Meeting Minutes from September 26, 2023
• Approved Work/Study Minutes from October 3, 2023
• Approved Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits
• Approved Buildings, Grounds and Construction
• Approved Personnel Reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4
• Approved Highly Capable Program Plan

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

The Federal Way School Board will hold a work/study session to review the middle school master schedule and program, receive an enrollment update, discuss legislative priorities, and hold an equity discussion. No formal votes or decisions are expected during this study session.

• Middle School Master Schedule and Program Review (5:05 p.m.)
• Enrollment Update (5:25 p.m.)
• Legislative Priorities discussion (5:45 p.m.)
• Equity Discussion led by Vice President Dr. Jennifer Jones (6:00 p.m.)

The Board of Education conducted a work study session consisting of presentations and discussions. No formal decisions were made or voted upon during this meeting.

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider a consent agenda including approval of warrants totaling $42,022,186.89 across General Fund, Capital Projects, and other funds. Other consent items include personnel reports, out-of-state travel for cross-country teams, and contracts. The meeting also features presentations on back-to-school and a legislative update.

• Approval of $32,420,110.61 in General Fund warrants and $9,602,076.28 in Capital Projects Fund warrants
• Consent agenda includes personnel reports and out-of-endorsement waivers for teachers
• Todd Beamer HS and Decatur HS cross-country trips to Seaside and Warrenton, Oregon (September 22-23)
• Back to School Report presented by Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer
• Legislative Representative Update by Board Director Luckisha Phillips

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will meet on August 22, 2023, to adopt the 2023-24 district budget, which determines funding and operations for the upcoming school year. The agenda includes a public hearing for the budget, followed by a vote on Resolution 2023-21. The board will also approve policy updates for special education services and board compliance monitoring.

• Vote on Resolution 2023-21 to adopt the 2023-24 district budget
• Public hearing for the 2023-24 budget and quarterly bond construction update
• Approval of Capital Projects Fund warrants for building and construction expenses
• Review of Administrative Policy 2161/2161P covering special education services
• Approval of board policy updates GP-3 and GP-5 compliance monitoring documents

The Board of Education approved Resolution 2023-21 to adopt the 2023-24 Budget following a public hearing. The board also approved a policy change for GP-3 and the 2023-24 Board Meeting Schedule.

• Approved Resolution 2023-21 adopting the 2023-24 Budget
• Approved policy change for GP-3
• Approved 2023-24 Board Meeting Schedule
• Approved compliance with ENDS, Executive Limitations, Board/Superintendent Relationship and Governance Process policies
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda, including July 2023 Financial Report and Personnel Reports
• Approved July 25, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes

Regular Board Meeting - 11:00 a.m.

The Federal Way School Board will hold a regular meeting to approve a consent agenda including over $37.9 million in general fund, ASB, and transportation warrants, and $3.1 million in capital projects warrants. The board will also act on the June 2023 financial report, contracts and professional services agreements, personnel reports, and stipend reports. Informational items include a legislative update and introduction of new administrative staff.

• Approval of $37,918,105.11 in warrants for general fund, ASB, transportation, payroll, and other funds
• Approval of $3,067,134.26 in capital projects fund warrants
• Acceptance of the June 2023 financial report
• Approval of contracts and professional services agreements
• Approval of personnel reports and stipend reports

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and the Required Approvals Agenda. The Required Approvals Agenda included minutes from June 27, financial reports, contracts, and personnel reports.

• Approved Meeting Agenda of July 25, 2023
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda of July 25, 2023
• Approved Board Meeting Minutes from June 27, 2023
• Approved Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits
• Approved Buildings, Grounds and Construction
• Approved June 2023 Financial Report
• Approved Contracts and PSAs
• Approved Personnel Reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4 and Stipend Report

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

The Federal Way School Board will consider and vote on several financial approvals, including General Fund and ASB Fund warrants totaling $32,997,686.65 and Capital Projects Fund warrants totaling $5,769,695.24. The agenda also includes approval of the May 2023 Financial Report, contracts and PSAs, and personnel reports for multiple areas. All items are scheduled for the June 27, 2023 meeting after an executive session.

• Approve General Fund and ASB Fund warrants totaling $32,997,686.65
• Approve Capital Projects Fund warrants totaling $5,769,695.24
• Approve May 2023 Financial Report
• Approve Contracts and PSAs
• Approve Personnel Reports for Areas 1‑4

The Board approved several capital facilities plans and the adoption of the US History Curriculum. It also authorized a property sale to the City of Federal Way and a large property acquisition from King County. Additionally, the Board approved a 3.7% inflationary salary adjustment for unrepresented central office personnel.

• Approved adoption of US History Curriculum
• Approved Resolution 2023-12: Scholar Led Conferences Waiver
• Approved 2024 Capital Facilities Plans for Federal Way, Auburn, Kent, and King County (Resolutions 2023-14 through 2023-18)
• Approved 3.7% inflationary adjustment for unrepresented central office personnel effective July 1, 2023
• Approved Resolution 2023-19: Unrepresented Central Office Personnel
• Approved sale of 263 sq ft of FWHS property to City of Federal Way for $6,700
• Approved $5,230,000 Purchase and Sale Agreement with King County for Redondo Heights Park and Ride
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda including May 2023 Financial Report and personnel reports

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

The Federal Way School Board will hear the Superintendent's budget recommendation and a curriculum adoption proposal for US History, followed by an equity discussion. All items are presentations or discussions; no votes are scheduled.

• Superintendent's Budget Recommendation - presentation at 5:05 p.m.
• Curriculum Adoption US History - presentation at 5:25 p.m.
• Equity Discussion led by Board Vice President Dr. Jennifer Jones at 5:45 p.m.
• Meeting held in-person with remote option at FWPS Educational Service Center, 33330 8th Avenue South

The Board of Education held a work study session featuring presentations on the Superintendent's budget recommendation and US History curriculum adoption. The meeting also included an equity discussion led by Vice President Dr. Jennifer Jones. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way Public Schools Board will meet at Sequoyah Middle School on May 23, 2023, to vote on routine financial warrants, personnel reports, and contracts. The board will decide on adopting new English Language Arts curriculum for grades K-2 and Social-Emotional Learning curriculum for grades 6-12. Additionally, the board will consider a resolution approving the guaranteed maximum price for the Illahee Middle School project and certifying the gymnasium's continued use. These curriculum adoptions determine instructional materials for students, while the construction resolution impacts campus facility upgrades.

• Approval of K-2 ELA and 6-12 SEL curriculum adoptions
• Resolution 2023-09 approving the guaranteed maximum price for Illahee MS construction
• Approval of $2,298,189.57 in General and ASB Fund warrants and vouchers
• Approval of $3,242,089.43 in Capital Projects Fund warrants and vouchers
• Approval of continuing membership with the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA)

The Board of Education approved the adoption of new English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum for grades K-2 and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum for grades 6-12. Additionally, the board approved resolutions regarding the guaranteed maximum price and gymnasium life extension for Illahee Middle School.

• Approved K-2 English Language Arts (ELA) Curriculum adoption
• Approved 6-12 Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum adoption
• Approved Resolution 2023-09: Illahee Middle School Guaranteed Maximum Price
• Approved Resolution 2023-13: Illahee Middle School Gymnasium Five Year Continued Use and Thirty Year Extension of Life
• Approved Executive Limitation 1: Human Resources compliance
• Approved Executive Limitation 2: Scholars - Relationships, Academic Programs and Conduct/Discipline compliance
• Approved Executive Limitation 3: Financial and Asset Protection compliance
• Approved Executive Limitation 4: Communication compliance

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

The Federal Way School Board will hold a work/study session featuring presentations on a comprehensive counseling model, proposed curriculum adoptions for K-2 English Language Arts and 6-12 Social Emotional Learning, and an equity discussion. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for information and discussion.

• Presentation on comprehensive counseling model
• Curriculum adoption presentation for K-2 ELA
• Curriculum adoption presentation for 6-12 SEL
• City council meeting update from board president
• Equity discussion led by board vice president

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider resolutions to authorize construction and accept the constructability report for Illahee Middle School. The board will also vote on contract authorizations for administrators, teachers, and staff for the 2023-24 school year. Consent items include approval of over $30 million in warrants and vouchers from the general fund and $1.6 million from capital projects. Public comment and updates on bond construction, financial protections, and communications are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 2023-10: Illahee MS Intent to Construct
• Resolution 2023-11: Illahee MS Acceptance of Constructability Report
• 2023-24 contract authorization for certificated and classified administrators and non-represented staff
• 2023-24 contract authorization for certificated teachers
• Approval of warrants and vouchers totaling approximately $30.3 million (general fund) and $1.6 million (capital projects)

The Board of Education approved the intent to construct and the constructability report for Illahee Middle School. The Board also authorized 2023-24 contracts for teachers and administrative staff.

• Approved Resolution 2023-10: Illahee MS Intent to Construct
• Approved Resolution 2023-11: Illahee MS Acceptance of Constructability Report
• Approved 2023-24 contracts for certificated, classified, and non-represented administrative staff
• Approved 2023-24 contracts for certificated teachers
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda, including budget, finance, and personnel reports
• Approved travel for Thomas Jefferson High School Track Team to Eugene, OR
• Approved travel for TAF@Saghalie Korean Club to Los Angeles, CA

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

The Federal Way School Board will first recess for a closed executive session at 5 p.m., then reconvene for a regular meeting at 6 p.m. at Decatur High School. The main business is approving a consent agenda that includes $34.9 million in General and ASB fund warrants, $7.2 million in capital projects fund warrants, personnel reports, and contracts. Also on the agenda are student trip approvals for track teams to Oregon and recognition of staff and students.

• Approval of $34,891,928.47 in General Fund, ASB Fund, and payroll warrants (items 1-A-1 through 1-A-20)
• Approval of $7,209,874.86 in Capital Projects Fund warrants (items 2-A-1 through 2-A-5)
• Approval of contracts and professional service agreements (item 2.6)
• Approval of personnel reports for Areas 1-4 (items 2.7, 2.8)
• Approval of out-of-state travel for Federal Way and Todd Beamer High School track teams to Eugene, OR for the Oregon Relays (items 2.9, 2.10)

The Board of Education approved the school calendar proposals for the 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years. The Board also approved a consent agenda covering budget, personnel, and student travel.

• Approved district calendar proposal for 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years
• Approved Meeting Agenda of April 25, 2023
• 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 contracts and PSAs
• Approved Personnel Reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4
• Approved Federal Way High School Track Team travel to Eugene, OR for Oregon Relays
• Approved Todd Beamer High School Track Team travel to Eugene, OR for Oregon Relays

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

This is a work/study session where the Federal Way School Board will hear presentations on the proposed school calendar, recruitment and staffing, and school impact fees, followed by an equity discussion. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Calendar Proposal Presentation by Superintendent
• Recruitment & Staffing Update
• School Impact Fees Presentation
• Equity Discussion led by Board Vice President

The Board of Education conducted a work/study session featuring presentations on a calendar proposal, recruitment and staffing, and school impact fees. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

Special Board Meeting - Executive Session at 4:30 p.m. and Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will first hold a closed executive session at 4:30 p.m., then convene a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. at Illahee Middle School. The consent agenda includes approval of about $7 million in warrants and vouchers, the February financial report, personnel reports, the 2022-23 Asset Preservation Program, and out-of-state trips for Decatur and Todd Beamer DECA students. Other items include board development, a digital citizenship presentation, and public comment.

• Approve $3,981,492.83 in general and ASB fund warrants
• Approve $3,082,001.93 in capital projects fund warrants
• Approve February 2023 financial report
• Approve Decatur HS and Todd Beamer HS DECA trips to Orlando, FL (April 21–26)
• Approve Asset Preservation Program 2022-23

The Board of Education approved a one-year contract extension for Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer and adopted a revised Non-Represented Salary Schedule. The Board also approved a series of consent agenda items including financial and personnel reports.

• Approved one-year contract extension for Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer through June 2026
• Approved revised Non-Represented Salary Schedule as authorized by Resolution 2022-18
• Approved Sub End 3 - A Voice - Whole Child: Personal Responsibility and Contributing to an Inclusive Community compliance
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent)
• Approved March 14, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes (Consent)
• Approved Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits (Consent)
• Approved February 2023 Financial Report (Consent)
• Approved travel for Decatur HS and Todd Beamer HS DECA to Orlando, FL (Consent)

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider Resolution 2023-07 to waive public bidding requirements under RCW 39.04.280. Trustees will also approve consent agenda items including $29.8 million in warrants and vouchers, $615,820.89 in capital projects warrants, and personnel reports. The meeting includes presentations on school updates and legislative issues.

• Resolution 2023-07: Authorization to waive public bidding requirements for certain projects
• Approval of $29,831,923.50 in warrants and vouchers across multiple funds
• Approval of $615,820.89 in capital projects fund warrants (Buildings, Grounds and Construction)
• Personnel reports for Areas 1–4 including out-of-endorsement staffing
• Legislative representative update and Ends 3 presentation on organizational performance

The Board of Education approved Resolution 2023-07 to waive public bidding requirements under RCW 39.04.280. The Board also approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda covering budget, personnel, and construction items.

• Approved Meeting Agenda of March 14, 2023
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent)
• Approved Board Meeting Minutes from February 28, 2023
• Approved Board Work Study Minutes from March 7, 2023
• Approved Budget, Finance, Salaries and Benefits (Consent)
• Approved Buildings, Grounds and Construction (Consent)
• Approved Personnel Reports for Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4 (Consent)
• Approved Resolution 2023-07: Authorization to Waive Public Bidding Requirements of RCW 39.04.280

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

This is a work/study session of the Federal Way School Board. The board will receive a presentation on ENDS 3 (organizational performance), and hold discussions on equity and board self-assessment. No votes or decisions are anticipated.

• ENDS 3 Presentation by Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer
• Equity Discussion led by Board Director Dr. Jennifer Jones
• Board Self-Assessment led by Board President Trudy Davis

The Board of Education conducted a work study session featuring a presentation on ENDS 3 and discussions regarding equity and board self-assessment. No substantive motions were decided or voted upon during this meeting.

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider resolutions on Illahee Middle School value engineering and portable classroom disposition. The consent agenda includes warrants totaling over $1.8 million from the general fund and over $3.2 million from the capital projects fund, plus financial reports, contracts, and personnel actions. The board will also hear updates on re-engagement and attendance and receive public comment.

• Resolution 2023-06: Illahee MS Value Engineering Report
• Resolution 2023-08: Authorization of Portable Classroom Disposition
• Warrants approval: General Fund $1,812,140.98 and Capital Projects Fund $3,275,126.94
• Approval of January 2023 Financial Report
• Approval of Personnel Reports (Areas 1-4) and stipend reports

The Board of Education approved several resolutions regarding school facilities and academic compliance. The board also passed a consent agenda covering financial reports, personnel, and contracts.

• Approved Meeting Agenda of February 28, 2023
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including financial reports, personnel, and contracts
• Approved Sub End 2 - A Dream - Academic Achievement compliance
• Approved Resolution 2023-06: Illahee MS Value Engineering Report
• Approved Resolution 2023-08: Authorization of Portable Classroom Disposition Requirements of RCW 28A.335.180

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider approval of consent agenda items including warrants totaling over $27 million, personnel reports, and a field trip for Thomas Jefferson HS. The board will also vote on resolutions accepting the building commissioning report and final construction for Star Lake Elementary and Evergreen Middle School, and receive a presentation on ENDS 2.

• Approval of warrants totaling $27,399,251.58 from General, ASB, and Payroll funds
• Approval of capital projects warrants totaling $820,094.64 for buildings and grounds
• Resolution 2023-01: Acceptance of building commissioning report for Star Lake Elementary and Evergreen Middle School
• Resolution 2023-02: Final acceptance of construction for Star Lake Elementary and Evergreen Middle School
• Thomas Jefferson HS math team out-of-state travel to Fayetteville, AR for Mu Alpha Theta National Math Convention (June 21-30, 2023)

The Board of Education approved the final acceptance of construction and the building commissioning report for Star Lake Elementary and Evergreen Middle School. The Board also approved a consent agenda including personnel reports and a trip for the Thomas Jefferson HS Math Team.

• Approved Resolution 2023-01: Star Lake Elementary & Evergreen Middle School Acceptance of Building Commissioning Report
• Approved Resolution 2023-02: Star Lake Elementary & Evergreen Middle School Final Acceptance of Construction
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including Personnel Reports for Areas 1-4
• Approved Thomas Jefferson HS Math Team trip to Fayetteville, AR (June 21-30, 2023)
• Approved January 24, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes
• Approved February 7, 2023 Work Study Minutes

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

The board will hold an executive session followed by a work/study session at the FWPS Educational Service Center. Discussions include organizational performance updates, school updates, and board development.

• ENDS 2 presentation by Dr. Dani Pfeiffer
• Star Lake ES & Evergreen MS update by Dr. Dani Pfeiffer
• Board Self-Assessment discussion
• Equity Discussion led by Dr. Jennifer Jones

The Board approved a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Sound Transit for an easement at Mark Twain Elementary School. The Board also approved a recommendation to standardize classified substitute payrates.

• Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement with Sound Transit for easement at Mark Twain Elementary School
• Approved classified substitute payrate standardization recommendation

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider approving $5.13 million in warrant payments across general, ASB, and capital projects funds, and adopt two resolutions to waive public bidding requirements. The board will also hear a presentation on STEM initiatives and an update from the legislative representative. Several consent agenda items include personnel reports, contracts, and the December 2022 financial report.

• Approval of $2,030,758.32 in general fund and ASB fund warrants
• Approval of $3,097,756.76 in capital projects fund warrants
• Resolution 2023-04 and 2023-05 to waive public bidding requirements per RCW 39.04.280
• Presentation on STEM initiatives and impact
• Approval of December 2022 financial report

The Board of Education approved two resolutions to waive public bidding requirements per RCW 39.04.280. The board also approved the Required Approvals Agenda and confirmed compliance for graduation and advancement standards.

• Approved Resolution 2023-04: Authorization to Waive Public Bidding Requirements per RCW 39.04.280
• Approved Resolution 2023-05: Authorization to Waive Public Bidding Requirements of RCW 39.04.280
• Approved Sub End 1 - Each Scholar - Graduation and Advancement as in compliance
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda, including December 2022 Financial Report and Personnel Reports
• Approved Meeting Agenda of January 24, 2023

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

This is a work/study session of the Federal Way School Board, featuring presentations on multilingual education/language access, budget and enrollment, and discussions on ENDS 1 and equity. No votes or binding decisions are expected.

• Multilingual Education/Language Access Update presentation
• Budget and Enrollment Update presentation
• ENDS 1 discussion (board governance goal)
• Equity discussion led by Vice President Dr. Jennifer Jones

The Board of Education held a work study session consisting of presentations and discussions. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded. The scheduled equity discussion was postponed.

• Postponed equity discussion

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Federal Way School Board will consider approving the consent agenda, which includes over $30.8 million in general fund warrants and over $4.1 million in capital projects fund warrants, along with monthly financial reports for October and November 2022 and personnel reports. The board will also hear presentations on curriculum and receive updates from the superintendent and legislative representative. A resolution to cancel certain warrants (Resolution 2023-03) will be voted on.

• Approval of $30,807,990.99 in general fund warrants and $4,159,440.18 in capital projects fund warrants
• Approval of October 2022 Financial Report and November 2022 Financial Report
• Personnel reports for Areas 1-4
• Resolution 2023-03: Cancellation of Warrants
• Presentation on Guaranteed & Viable Curriculum

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda covering financial reports, personnel, and construction. The Board also passed Resolution 2023-03 regarding the cancellation of warrants.

• Approved Meeting Agenda of January 10, 2023
• Approved Required Approvals Agenda (Consent), including December 13, 2022 minutes, budget, finance, salaries, benefits, buildings, grounds, construction, October and November 2022 financial reports, and personnel reports for Areas 1-4
• Approved Resolution 2023-03: Cancellation of Warrants