Spokane Public Schools public meetings in 2022

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider approving a $4 million furniture and equipment purchase for Peperzak and Sacajawea Middle Schools and an interlocal agreement with Bethel School District for reciprocal purchasing. The consent agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes. The meeting will also include a student advisor report and public comment periods.

• Approval of $4,000,000 in furniture and equipment for Peperzak and Sacajawea Middle Schools using cooperative contracts
• Interlocal agreement with Bethel School District for reciprocal access to solicitations
• Approval of minutes from November 30 special and regular meetings
• Student advisor report on recent activities
• Public comment on items not on the agenda

The Board of Directors approved the Long Range Program & Facility Plan and a series of policy revisions. A consent agenda including a reciprocal access agreement with Bethel School District and equipment purchases for two middle schools was also passed.

• Approved Long Range Program & Facility Plan (4-0)
• Approved policy revisions for School Improvement Plans, Evaluation and Assessment, Absences, Student Records, Seizures/Epilepsy, Medications at School, and Unmanned Aircraft (4-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Bethel School District for Reciprocal Access to Solicitations (4-0)
• Approved furniture and equipment purchases for Peperzak and Sacajawea Middle Schools (4-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan (4-0)
• Approved HR terminations and nominations (4-0)
• Approved audits and long distance travel/overnight excursions (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 30, 2022 Special and Regular Meetings (4-0)

Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Spokane Public Schools board includes a work session to debrief the WSSDA conference and two executive sessions—one to discuss the performance of a public employee and another for potential litigation. No votes or public decisions are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural and closed to the public.

• Work session: Debrief of Washington State School Director Association conference
• Executive session: Discussion of public employee performance
• Executive session: Discussion of potential litigation
• Meeting is closed to public for executive sessions

The Board of Directors met to debrief the November 2022 WSSDA Conference. The remainder of the meeting was conducted in executive session to discuss employee performance and potential litigation. No formal actions were decided in open session.

• Recessed into executive session to discuss public employee performance
• Extended executive session to discuss potential litigation

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a regular meeting on November 30, 2022. The board will consider a consent agenda including approval of a $413,922 dark fiber lease with Zayo Group, LLC and a resolution accepting the final commissioning report for the Glover Middle School Replacement project. Public comment will be heard on items not on the agenda.

• Approval of $413,922 fiber lease purchase order to Zayo Group, LLC for dark fiber access from July 2022 through June 2023
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-17 accepting the Final Commissioning Report for Glover Middle School Replacement
• Consideration of minutes from November 9, 2022 Special and Regular Meetings
• Report from Student Advisor on recent activities

The Board elected Mike Wiser as President and Nikki Lockwood as Vice President. Members approved the 2022-2023 legislative priorities and district key performance indicators. A consent agenda including various equipment purchases and the Glover Middle School replacement report was also approved.

• Approved 2022-2023 legislative priorities (5-0)
• Adopted 2022-2023 district key performance indicators (5-0)
• Elected Mike Wiser as President and Nikki Lockwood as Vice President
• Approved consent agenda including Glover Middle School replacement report and various equipment bids (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 9, 2022, Special and Regular meetings (5-0)
• Appointed Director Slagle as Parliamentarian
• Appointed Director Lockwood as Citizen Correspondence Secretary

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting on November 30, 2022. They will enter executive sessions to discuss the performance of a public employee and potential litigation. The board will also receive an update on the Long-Range Program & Facility Plan (Strategy #12), including review of workgroup recommendations and strategies for community input. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.

• Update on Priority Strategy #12 Long-Range Program & Facility Plan
• Executive session to discuss performance of a public employee
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation
• No votes or decisions scheduled

The Board of Directors held a work session to review recommendations from the Long-Range Program & Facility Workgroup. The session included strategies for soliciting additional community input. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Recessed into Executive Session to discuss potential litigation
• Reviewed Priority Strategy #12 Long-Range Program & Facility Plan update

Regular Meeting

The board will consider a consent agenda that includes two action items: an interlocal agreement with Lumen Public School for reciprocal access to solicitations (primarily affecting nutrition services), and a resolution accepting the final commissioning report for Shaw Middle School Replacement. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as roll call, public comment, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Interlocal Agreement No. X6802233 with Lumen Public School for reciprocal purchasing partnership, estimated to save Spokane Public Schools 2.5-4% on its $4M annual Prime Vendor contract
• 2022-14 Resolution to adopt the Final Commissioning Report for Shaw Middle School Replacement project
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Board approved Resolution No. 2022-15 regarding levy certification. The Board also passed a consent agenda including the final commissioning report for the Shaw Middle School replacement and an interlocal agreement with Lumen Public School.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-15 for levy certification (5-0)
• Approved 2022-14 Resolution to Adopt the Final Commissioning Report for Shaw Middle School Replacement (5-0)
• Approved Agreement No X6802233 for reciprocal access to solicitations with Lumen Public School (5-0)
• Approved salary schedules, audits, HR terminations, nominations, and travel excursions (5-0)
• Approved October 26, 2022 Special and Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools board holds a special meeting with three executive sessions covering potential litigation, employee performance, and publicly bid contracts. A work session will review district key performance indicators from the 2021-22 school year and develop goals for 2022-23, presented by Dr. Adam Swinyard, Heather Bybee, and Scott Kerwien. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Work session on district key performance indicators and goals for 2022-23 (presented by Dr. Swinyard, Bybee, and Kerwien)
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation
• Executive session to discuss performance of a public employee
• Executive session to discuss publicly bid contracts
• District Academic Performance Results PDF attached (1,020 KB)

The Board of Directors reviewed Key Performance Indicators and 2021-2022 academic results. Goals for the 2022-2023 school year will be presented for consideration and adoption at the November 30, 2022 meeting.

• Recessed into Executive Session for 30 minutes to discuss litigation, employee performance, and bid contracts

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a regular meeting with public comment and a consent agenda. The consent agenda includes resolutions to approve contract completion for the Glover Middle School replacement ($46.4M) and the Libby Center classroom remodel ($2.7M), and a purchase order for network switches ($475,732). The Board will also consider minutes from previous meetings.

• Resolution 2022-12: Approve contract completion of Glover Middle School Replacement ($46,381,163.52).
• Resolution 2022-11: Approve contract completion of Libby Center Classroom Remodel ($2,727,844.43).
• RFP No. 5-2223: Issue purchase order to Structured Communications Systems, Inc. for network switches, optics, and optical cables ($475,732).
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda (virtual sign-up required).

The Board of Directors approved a resolution regarding secure firearm storage. The board also passed a consent agenda including several construction contract completions and equipment purchases.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-13 Secure Firearm Storage (4-0)
• Approved October 12, 2022 Regular and Special Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-11 Libby Center Classroom Remodel Contract Completion (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-12 Glover Middle School Replacement Contract Completion (4-0)
• Approved RFP No. 5-2223 for E-Rate Core Switch, Fiber Optics and Cables (4-0)
• Approved Alternate Purchase No.123-2223 for Nutrition Services Small Wares (4-0)
• Approved audits, HR terminations/nominations, and gift acceptance (4-0)
• Approved long distance travel and overnight excursions (4-0)

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools board is meeting for a special closed session. They will discuss potential litigation, the performance of a public employee, and publicly bid contracts. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Executive session on potential litigation (30 minutes)
• Executive session on performance of a public employee (30 minutes)
• Executive session on publicly bid contracts (30 minutes)
• No action items or public hearings on the agenda

The Board of Directors convened for a special meeting consisting of executive sessions. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board is meeting in special session to hold two closed executive sessions: one to discuss potential litigation and another to review the superintendent's performance. A public work session will follow to review and discuss the current board-sponsored committees and councils, including membership and operational purpose. No votes are scheduled.

• Executive session for discussion of potential litigation (30 min)
• Executive session for performance review of a public employee (superintendent check-in, 30 min)
• Work session to review and discuss School Board Sponsored Committees/Councils

The Board of Directors convened for a special meeting involving an executive session and a closed session. No substantive public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes selecting NAC Architecture for the Adams Elementary School Replacement Project, funded by the 2015 Bond. Other consent items are a Carl D. Perkins federal grant application for NEWTECH Skill Center and educational cooperative agreements with five organizations at specified per-student rates. The meeting also includes public comment and procedural items.

• Approval of NAC Architecture for Adams Elementary School Replacement Project (2015 Bond funds)
• Carl D. Perkins Federal Grant Application for NEWTECH Skill Center
• Educational cooperative agreements: HOPE Spokane ($18,500/student), Excelsior ($31,000), Daybreak ($9,611.50), Healing Lodge ($9,611.50), Tamarack ($12,975.53)

The Board of Directors approved Resolution 2022-10 to implement a bond project financing plan. The Board also formally adopted 'Pumas' as the mascot for Peperzak Middle School and approved a series of consent agenda items including grant applications and service contracts.

• Approved Resolution 2022-10 for bond project financing plan (5-0)
• Approved 'Pumas' as the Peperzak Middle School mascot (5-0)
• Approved September 28, 2022, Special and Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Carl D. Perkins Federal Grant Application for NEWTECH Skill Center (5-0)
• Approved Educational Cooperative Agreements with HOPE Spokane, Excelsior Youth Center, Daybreak Youth Services, Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations, and Tamarack Center (5-0)
• Approved RFQ 35-2122 for Adams Elementary School Replacement Project architectural and engineering services (5-0)
• Approved RFP No. 6-2223 for secondary school nutrition hot pizza delivery service (5-0)
• Approved Alternate Purchase No. 145-2223 for Apple Computer Products (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider approving a consent agenda that includes a $6,702,508 interlocal agreement with the state for Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) services at 23 elementary schools. Other consent items include a no-award decision for copier paper bids due to insufficient qualified responses, and an interlocal agreement for digital fingerprint fee collection. The meeting also includes procedural items such as public comment, minutes approval, and a land acknowledgment.

• Approval of $6,702,508 interlocal agreement with Dept. of Children, Youth, and Families for ECEAP slots at 23 elementary schools
• No award for Bid No. 4-2223 (copier paper) due to inadequate competitive responses; new solicitation planned for October
• Interlocal agreement with Capital Region ESD 113 for collection and disbursement of fingerprint fees ($600 annual fee)
• Approval of minutes from September 14 special and regular meetings and September 21 special meeting

The Board approved a consent agenda including capital projects and interlocal agreements. Two student advisors were selected by vote for the 2022-23 school year. The Board also received updates on affordable housing and facility planning.

• Approved minutes from September 14 and September 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolution 2022-09 Annual Capital Projects (5-0)
• Approved Bid No. 4-2223 for Copier Paper (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Capital Region ESD 113 for fingerprint fees (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with WA Dept of Children, Youth, and Families for ECEAP Program Services (5-0)
• Approved Gift Acceptance, HR Terminations and Nominations, and Audits (5-0)
• Selected two student advisors for the 2022-23 school year by vote

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board holds a special work session to discuss the appointment of a student advisor, legislative priorities for the 2022-2023 school year, a draft resolution on secure firearm storage, and ongoing policy updates. The board also enters a 30-minute executive session to discuss potential litigation.

• Discuss student advisor selection and appointment from interview process
• Discuss WSSDA legislative agenda priorities for 2022-2023
• Discuss draft resolution on secure firearm storage to promote community awareness
• Discuss policy review update for 1000, 2000, and 3000 series
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation (30 minutes)

The Board of Directors held a special meeting to discuss legislative priorities, firearm storage resolutions, and policy updates. No final votes were taken on these items. The selection of a student advisor was carried over to a regular meeting pending more information from staff.

• Carried student advisor selection to regular meeting (Item 7A)

Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Spokane Public Schools Board is conducting interviews for the Student Advisor to the School Board for the 2022-2023 school year. No other business is scheduled.

• Interviews for Student Advisor to the School Board for the 2022-2023 school year

The Board of Directors held a special meeting to interview student candidates for the 2022-2023 Student Advisor to the School Board position. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Special Meeting

This special meeting includes a work session on School-Based Health Centers, with an update on current programming and future expansion. The board also holds closed sessions for potential litigation and collective bargaining.

• Work session: School-Based Health Center update presented by Becky Doughty
• Executive session (30 min) to discuss potential litigation
• Closed session (15 min) for collective bargaining update

The Board of Directors held a special meeting involving an executive session on potential litigation and a closed session regarding collective bargaining strategies. Rebecca Doughty provided an update on School-Based Health Centers, including a plan for a new center at Logan Elementary.

• Recessed into Executive Session to discuss potential litigation
• Convened in closed session to review or adopt collective bargaining strategies

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will discuss meeting logistics, open the meeting, and approve several consent agenda items. The primary item is an estimated $200,116.50 purchase order to Home Depot Pro for a 12‑month supply of roll towels, hand soap and dispensers. Additional consent items include a $125,000 purchase for air filters and a $106,100 purchase for 7th‑grade science materials for Yasuhara and Flett Middle Schools. The meeting also includes public comment via Zoom and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Alternate Purchase No. 128-2021 – $200,116.50 for roll towels, hand soap and dispensers (Home Depot Pro)
• Alternate Purchase No. 129-2223 – $125,000 plus tax for one‑year supply of air filters (Pure Filtration Products)
• Alternate Purchase No. 131-2223 – $106,100 for G7 Life Science Materials for Yasuhara and Flett Middle Schools
• Public comment portion available via Zoom with registration link
• Approval of August 24, 2022 regular and special meeting minutes

The Board approved the adoption of the T’es Branché French world language curriculum. A consent agenda was passed covering several annual purchases, contract amendments, and HR actions. The Board also received updates on middle school grade configurations and school support services.

• Approved T’es Branché French World Language Curriculum (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including towel and soap purchase, air filters, and life science materials (5-0)
• Approved Pathful Connect for middle schools for SY2022-23 through SY2024-25 (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 8 to the contract with Durham for 2022-2023 expenditures (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Procedure 3520 regarding student fees, fines, and insurance (5-0)
• Approved HR terminations and nominations (5-0)
• Approved August 24, 2022, Regular and Special Meeting minutes

Special Meeting

The School Board will meet to discuss potential litigation and collective bargaining in closed sessions. The open session includes an update on communication strategies for the 2022-2023 school year.

• Discussion of potential litigation in executive session
• Collective bargaining update in closed session
• Strategic Plan Communication Toolkit update

The Board of Directors held a special meeting featuring a work session on communication strategies for the 2022-2023 school year. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will vote on a consent agenda with two major purchases: a $561,750 MATHia math software license for grades 6-8 through 2025-2026, and a renewed $1,300,000 milk and dairy contract with Terry's Dairy for 2022-2023. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Approve $561,750 purchase of Carnegie Learning MATHia software for middle school math (grades 6-8) for four years
• Approve $1,300,000 renewed contract with Terry's Dairy for milk and dairy products for 2022-2023
• Consent agenda items approved by a single motion unless pulled by a board member
• Meeting accessible via Zoom and in-person with public comment registration

The Board of Directors approved the 2022-2023 operating budget, priority strategies for the school year, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Spokane Education Association. The board also approved a consent agenda containing multiple equipment and service purchases.

• Approved 2022-2023 operating budget (5-0)
• Approved priority strategies and key performance indicators for 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Spokane Education Association (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including MATHia for grades 6-8, dairy products, and computer equipment (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 2, August 10 (Regular), and August 10 (Special) meetings (5-0)

Special Meeting

This special meeting includes a closed session for a collective bargaining update and a work session on budget development for the 2022-2023 school year. The board will discuss projected revenue, expenditures, staffing assumptions, and specific cost centers. Additionally, they will review draft district priority strategies and indicators of successful implementation.

• Closed session to discuss collective bargaining update
• Budget development for 2022-2023: projected revenue and expenditures
• Staffing assumptions and cost centers presentation by Superintendent and CFO
• Review of district priority strategies for 2022-2023
• Discussion on indicators of successful implementation of strategies

The Board of Directors held a special meeting featuring a closed session on collective bargaining. The board conducted a work session regarding the 2022-2023 budget development and district priority strategies. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider consent-agenda items including an interlocal agreement with the City of Spokane to pave Wellesley Avenue near the new Pauline Flett Middle School, with the city reimbursing the district about $125,400 for additional paving. The board will also vote on a reciprocal purchasing pact with Kennewick School District and on a resolution requesting a waiver of the minimum 180-day school year for Basic Education compliance.

• Interlocal Agreement with City of Spokane for paving Wellesley Avenue between Hartley Street and Royal Court, reimbursement of $125,400
• Interlocal Agreement with Kennewick School District for reciprocal access to procurement contracts (Nutrition Services)
• Minimum Basic Education Program compliance certification and Resolution 2022-07 requesting waivers for number of school days
• Approval of minutes from July 13 special and regular meetings

The Board of Directors approved the minutes from July 13, 2022, and passed a consent agenda containing multiple procurement bids and interlocal agreements. Members also received information updates on transportation strategies and school support services.

• Approved July 13, 2022 Regular and Special Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Spokane for Wellesley Avenue Paving (4-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Kennewick School District for solicitations (4-0)
• Approved Minimum Basic Education Program Compliance and school day waivers (4-0)
• Approved Bid No. 33-2122 for Paper Products (4-0)
• Approved Bid No. 32-2122 for School Supplies (4-0)
• Approved RFP No. 35-2122 for Alternate Student Transportation (4-0)
• Approved Bid No. 31-2122 for Gasoline and Diesel Fuel (4-0)

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting on August 2, 2022, with the primary action being a closed session to discuss strategies for collective bargaining. The meeting will open with a group welcome and conclude with adjournment. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Closed session for collective bargaining strategy discussion
• Meeting is held at the Administration Building, 200 N. Bernard
• Public may attend in person or via Zoom
• Agenda includes only procedural items aside from closed session

The Board of Directors convened for a special meeting and recessed into an executive session to discuss potential litigation. No substantive actions or decisions were recorded in open session.

• Recessed into Executive Session for 60 minutes to discuss potential litigation

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting with an executive session to consider acquiring real estate for lease or purchase. A closed session will also cover collective bargaining. In open session, the board will discuss legislative priorities for the upcoming school year and review board commitments and professional learning resources.

• Executive session to consider acquisition of real estate site for lease or purchase
• Closed session to discuss collective bargaining update
• Open session discussion of legislative priorities for the upcoming academic year
• Discussion of school board commitments and best practices from annual retreat
• Discussion of concepts from professional learning experiences

The Board of Directors met for a special session including an executive session on real estate and a closed session on collective bargaining. Members reviewed a draft of the 2022-23 legislative priorities and discussed school board commitments and best practices. No formal votes on these items were recorded.

• Recessed into Executive Session to consider real estate acquisition and sale
• Recessed into Closed Session for collective bargaining update
• Moved discussion of professional learning concepts and resources to the Regular meeting

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools board will hold a regular meeting with public comment and approval of minutes. The consent agenda includes two major expenditures: $225,600 for Lightspeed online filtering from MicroK12, and $2,402,716 for insurance premiums to Washington Schools Risk Management Pool. The board is expected to approve these items in a single vote.

• Consent agenda: $225,600 purchase order to MicroK12 for three-year Lightspeed internet filtering
• Consent agenda: $2,402,716 to Washington Schools Risk Management Pool for 2022-2023 insurance premiums
• Approval of June 22, 2022 special and regular meeting minutes
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Board of Directors approved the minutes from the June 22, 2022, regular and special meetings. A consent agenda containing 18 items, including various alternate purchases and contract renewals, was approved. Board members shared takeaways from professional learning experiences regarding mental health, equity, and tribal education.

• Approved June 22, 2022, Regular and Special Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items A through R (5-0)
• Approved Alternate Purchase No. 112-2223 for Lightspeed Online Filtering
• Approved Alternate Purchase No. 101-2223 for Washington Schools Risk Management Pool Insurance Premiums
• Approved Alternate Purchase No. 103-2223 for SA Piazza Associates LLC
• Approved Alternate Purchase No. 104-2223 for OSPI Freight Charges
• Approved Alternate Purchase No. 106-2223 for Canon Solutions America, Inc.
• Approved Renewal of Charter School Authorizer Contract

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider a consent agenda that includes accepting the 2022 Asset Preservation Program report required by OSPI, revising district officer positions, and updating student fee and meal prices. Acceptance of the report is needed to maintain eligibility for future state construction funding. The board will also vote on fee increases for the NEWTECH Skill Center uniform fee and modest rises in school breakfast and lunch prices. Minutes from the June 8 special and regular meetings will be approved.

• Resolution No. 2022-05: Accept the Asset Preservation Program report to satisfy OSPI requirements
• Resolution No. 2022-06: Revise school district officer positions
• Approve revisions to Procedure 3520 – increase NEWTECH uniform fee to $45‑$120 and raise breakfast/lunch prices
• Approve minutes from the June 8, 2022 special and regular board meetings
• Public comment procedures and Zoom access instructions for the meeting

The Board of Directors approved a consent agenda featuring multiple purchase agreements, salary schedules, and district resolutions. The board also reviewed the preliminary 2022-2023 budget and received updates on school safety and annual priority goals.

• Approved June 8, 2022 Regular and Special Meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-05 Asset Preservation Program (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-06 Revising School District Officers (4-0)
• Approved revisions to Procedure 3520 - Student Fees, Fines, and Insurance (4-0)
• Approved Alternate Purchases for online learning platform, NWEA MAP, Project Lead the Way, preschool sensory materials, Blackboard license, and middle school sports uniforms (4-0)
• Approved Bid No. 28-2122 Integrated Security System - Supplemental Installations (4-0)
• Approved Stadium Capital Project (4-0)
• Approved Bids No. 29-2122 (Non-Food Consumables) and No. 30-2122 (Custodial Supplies) (4-0)

Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Spokane Public Schools Board is largely procedural, opening with logistics and group welcome. The board will enter executive session to discuss potential litigation and performance of a public employee, followed by a closed session for collective bargaining. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Executive session for discussing potential litigation (30 minutes)
• Executive session for discussing performance of a public employee
• Closed session for discussing collective bargaining (20 minutes)

The Board of Directors convened for a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss potential litigation. No substantive decisions were recorded in open session.

• Approved motion to recess into executive session for 60 minutes to discuss potential litigation

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools board will hold a regular meeting on June 8, 2022, with most business handled via a consent agenda. The board is expected to approve a purchase order for $794,090 to replace antiquated serving line carts at 22 elementary schools, and a three-year $529,434 contract for district-wide phone system maintenance. The meeting also includes recognition of award winners and public comment.

• Bid No. 26-2122: $794,090 purchase order to Spokane Restaurant Equipment and Design for hot/cold serving line carts at 22 elementary schools
• Alternate Purchase No. 176-2122: $529,434 to Cerium Networks for Avaya phone system maintenance and support for three years
• Authorization for board member travel for the 2022-2023 school year
• Celebration of Exceptional Excellence Awards and Distinguished Principal of the Year presentation
• Minutes approval from May 25, 2022 special and regular meetings

The Board of Directors approved the continuation of the District’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) program. A consent agenda covering various purchases, travel, and HR actions was also approved. The meeting included updates on school safety and the Diversity Advisory Council.

• Approved continuation of the District’s CTE program (4-0)
• Approved May 25, 2022, Special and Regular Meeting minutes
• Approved Consent Agenda items A-K, including nutrition serving carts, phone system maintenance, and TeacherEase gradebooks (4-0)

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will meet on June 8, 2022 to discuss several items. After opening remarks, the board will hold an executive session to review negotiations on a publicly bid contract and possible litigation, followed by a closed session on collective bargaining. The main public portion is the Annual Community Budget Forum, where the CFO will present the draft budget for the 2022‑23 school year and accept public comment.

• Zoom access and in‑person attendance options for the public (capacity ~65 guests)
• Executive session to discuss negotiations on a publicly bid contract and potential litigation
• Closed session to update on collective bargaining matters
• Annual Community Budget Forum – presentation of the draft 2022‑23 budget and public comment
• Adjournment of the special board meeting

The Board of Directors held a community budget forum featuring a presentation on the 2022-2023 draft budget process and priorities. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the open session.

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider a consent agenda that includes HR personnel changes, audit documents, and a $170,000 purchase order for G6‑8 Illustrative Math consumables from Northwest Textbook Depository. The meeting also covers Zoom attendance logistics, public comment procedures, and approval of minutes from the May 11 special and regular meetings. All consent agenda items are slated for approval by a single motion unless a board member requests removal.

• Approve Alternate Purchase No.175-2122 for $170,000 plus tax for G6‑8 Illustrative Math printed by Kendall Hunt (Northwest Textbook Depository, Lake Oswego, OR)
• HR terminations, resignations, and retirements for certificated and classified staff (e.g., Mona Ammon, Debra De Witt, Teri Doering)
• Approval of audit documents (Audits 05.25.22.pdf, 73 KB)
• Adopt minutes from the May 11, 2022 special and regular board meetings
• Public comment procedures via Zoom, including registration link and microphone guidelines

The Board approved the adoption of a high school civics curriculum and a property easement for a City of Spokane water reservoir near Hamblen Elementary. Other approved actions included the Highly Capable Annual Program Report and several consent agenda items regarding HR and purchasing.

• Approved property easement for South Hill Water Tower at Hamblen Elementary (5-0)
• Approved high school civics curriculum adoption (5-0)
• Approved Highly Capable Annual Program Report (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including HR terminations, audits, and PSAT/NMSQT contract (5-0)
• Approved middle school math consumables purchase (5-0)
• Approved fitness and PE equipment for Flett and Yasuhara Middle Schools (5-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Regular Board Meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved May 11, 2022 Regular and Special Meeting minutes (4-0)

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting to discuss legislative priorities for the 2022-2023 school year, continue budget development for the upcoming year, and hold closed sessions on potential litigation and collective bargaining. The board will also discuss representation on the Human Growth and Development Citizens Advisory Committee. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion or information only.

• Discussion of 2022-2023 legislative priorities, including review of previous priorities
• Budget development discussion with projected revenue, expenditures, and draft priority focus strategies
• Closed session (20 min) for update on collective bargaining
• Executive session (30 min) to discuss potential litigation
• Discussion of community organization representation on the Human Growth and Development Citizens Advisory Committee

The Board of Directors held a special meeting to review the process for identifying 2022-2023 legislative priorities and the development of the 2022-2023 district budget. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in open session.

• Recessed into Executive Session to discuss potential litigation

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider a consent agenda that includes several expenditures, a purchase order for diesel and automotive training engines, and other routine items. The agenda also provides for public comment via Zoom and reviews minutes from the April 27 meetings. Additional items include a $74,000 purchase of K‑5 math teacher materials, audit documents, and HR terminations and retirements.

• Approve purchase order to Silverstone Systems, LLC for DAKTIC diesel and automotive training engines – $168,907.64
• Approve expenditures up to $74,000 plus tax for K‑5 math teacher materials for additional enrollment
• Review and approve audit documents (Audits 05.11.22.pdf)
• Approve HR terminations, resignations, and retirements for listed staff members
• Adopt minutes from the April 27, 2022 Special and Regular meetings

The Board of Directors approved the adoption of new mascots for Flett and Yasuhara Middle Schools as part of the transition to 6-8 middle schools. The board also approved the April 27 regular and special meeting minutes and a consent agenda including teacher materials and automotive training engines.

• Approved mascots for Flett and Yasuhara Middle Schools (4-0)
• Approved April 27, 2022, Regular and Special Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including K-5 Math Teacher Materials and DAKTIC Diesel and Automotive Training Engines (4-0)

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting with two main agenda items. First, they will receive an update on Priority Goal Objective #8, which concerns district program offerings and facility planning, based on stakeholder work-group recommendations. Second, they will discuss the development of strategic plan Key Performance Indicators for elementary, middle, and high school levels. The meeting also includes an executive session and closed session with no details provided.

• Update on Priority Goal Objective #8 – Program & Facility Plan (presentation by Mark Anderson and Heather Bybee)
• Discussion of Strategic Planning Key Performance Indicators for elementary, middle, and high schools (presentation by Adam Swinyard and Scott Kerwien)
• Executive session and closed session (details not provided in agenda)

The Board of Directors received a presentation on the objectives and metrics for the Program & Facility Plan. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the open session.

• Moved Item B to the Regular Meeting agenda under Strategic Planning Key Performance Indicators

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider a consent agenda that includes a $168,850 purchase of multifunction printer/copier/scanners for secondary schools and a $70,675.52 bid award for paper products. The meeting also includes procedural items such as roll call, flag salute, and public comment. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Purchase of 14 Konica Minolta multifunction printer/copier/scanners for secondary schools at $168,850 plus tax, funded from 2018 bond
• Award of paper products bid totalling $70,675.52 to KCDA, Pyramid School Products, and Southwest School & Office
• Approval of minutes from the April 13 special and regular meetings
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda, both in-person and via Zoom

The Board of Directors approved proposed policy revisions and a consent agenda including equipment purchases and HR actions. The meeting also included informational updates on school safety and student inclusion for special education services.

• Approved April 13, 2022 Regular and Special Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including printer/copier purchase, paper products bid, and HR terminations/nominations (4-0)
• Approved final reading of proposed policy revisions (4-0)

Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Spokane Public Schools Board includes an executive session on employee performance, followed by informational discussions on academic calendar development and school board best practices. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural and informational.

• Executive session to discuss performance of a public employee
• Information presentation on academic calendar development by Heather Bybee
• Discussion of school board best practices and operating norms from retreat materials

The Board of Directors held a special meeting including an executive session to discuss potential litigation and collective bargaining strategies. In open session, the board reviewed the academic calendar development process and discussed board operating norms. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider two consent agenda items: an estimated $200,000 for Advanced Placement examinations taken in spring 2022, and a $138,249.45 renewal of e-Builder construction management software for capital projects. The meeting also includes routine procedural items, public comment, and reports.

• Estimated $200,000 expenditure to Advanced Placement Examinations for AP tests taken in spring 2022
• Renewal of e-Builder construction management software subscription for one year at $138,249.45
• Approval of minutes from March 23, 2022 special and regular meetings
• Report from student advisor and public comment period

The Board of Directors approved several short-term transportation strategies following recommendations from the district's Transportation Workgroup. The board also passed a consent agenda including various software renewals and school supply bids.

• Approved short-term transportation strategies 1, 3, 4, and 5 (5-0)
• Approved March 23, 2022 Regular and Special Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including AP examinations, e-Builder software renewal, AVID implementation, and school supply bids (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-04 regarding Washington State School Vaping Litigation (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting on April 13, 2022. The meeting includes an update on strategic‑plan communications and a discussion of the draft 2022‑2023 district budget, covering staffing assumptions and priority focus strategies. An executive session will be used to discuss potential litigation. The meeting is open to the public in person (capacity about 65) and via Zoom.

• Zoom access and meeting logistics – public attendance options
• Executive session – discussion of potential litigation
• Strategic Planning Communication Discussion – update on engagement materials
• Budget Development – review of initial draft budget, staffing assumptions, and priority strategies
• Closed session – no agenda details provided

The Board of Directors held a special meeting that included an executive session to discuss potential litigation. In open session, the board received an update on engagement strategies and informational materials for the district's new strategic plan.

• Recessed into Executive Session to discuss potential litigation

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will vote on a consent agenda including a $1.7 million bid for musical instruments to support growing elementary and middle school programs, and an $85,884 purchase of multi-function printers. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and routine procedural items.

• Bid No. 22-2122: up to $1,700,000 for musical instruments for immediate and as-needed purchase through August 2022
• Alternate Purchase No. 165-2122: $85,884 for 13 multi-function printer/copier/scanners from H & H Business Systems
• Public comment on items not on the agenda via Zoom or in-person
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2022 special and regular meetings

The Board of Directors approved the district's English Language Development (ELD) Program. The board also approved the March 9 regular and special meeting minutes and a consent agenda including equipment purchases and HR actions.

• Approved ELD Annual Program Report (5-0)
• Approved March 9, 2022 Regular and Special Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Bid No. 22-2122 for musical instruments (5-0)
• Approved Alternate Purchase No. 165-2122 for multi-functional printers/copiers/scanners (5-0)
• Approved Alternate Purchase No. 166-2122 for Enterprise Document Management System (5-0)
• Approved HR Terminations and Nominations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-03 Out of Endorsement Waivers (5-0)

Special Meeting

The board will receive an informational update on transportation services, including strategies to address the national bus driver shortage. No action will be taken on this item. The board will then enter a 30-minute executive session to discuss potential litigation.

• Transportation services update presented by Shawn Jordan and Becky Doughty (informational, no action)
• Review of short and long-term strategies for improving services and addressing the national bus driver shortage
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation
• Meeting accessible via Zoom and in-person at 200 N. Bernard
• Public comments can be sent to [email protected]

The Board received an overview of current transportation challenges and strategies for the 2022-23 school year. The meeting included an executive session to discuss potential litigation. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Recessed into Executive Session to discuss potential litigation

School Board Retreat

The Spokane Public Schools Board held a retreat on March 19, 2022 at the Administration Building, 200 N. Bernard, with Zoom access for the public. The meeting opened with a group welcome, followed by a 3.5‑hour presentation by WSSDA on best practices. An executive session was scheduled for a 30‑minute discussion of potential litigation. The meeting concluded with an adjournment.

• Zoom access details provided for public attendance (Meeting ID 847 6534 7749, Passcode 815166)
• Group welcome and check‑in at the opening of the retreat
• WSSDA presentation on best practices (3.5 hours)
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation (30 minutes)
• Adjournment of the retreat

The Board of Directors met for a special retreat with Dr. Swinyard and WSSDA Director Tricia Lubach. The session focused on reviewing the strategic planning process, district vision, mission, and community engagement input. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools board will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of a $57,356,859 guaranteed maximum price for the Sacajawea Middle School Replacement project, a resolution of intent to construct the project, and acceptance of a constructability review report. The board will also hear public comment on items not on the agenda and receive a student advisor report.

• Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price of $57,356,859 for Sacajawea Middle School Replacement with Lydig Construction Inc.
• Resolution 2022-02: Board intent to construct Sacajawea Middle School Replacement for state match funding window
• Approval of Constructability Review Report for Sacajawea Middle School Replacement by LRC Construction Consultants and ALSC Architects
• Public comment opportunity via Zoom for items not on the agenda
• Report from Student Advisor

The Board approved a consent agenda including construction intent and pricing for Sacajawea and Peperzak Middle Schools. It also adopted revisions to policies regarding students with disabilities and high school graduation requirements. The Board received updates on foundational literacy, school safety, and a proposed No-Idle Zone Program.

• Approved intent to construct Sacajawea Middle School
• Approved Constructability Review Report for Sacajawea Middle School Replacement
• Approved Guaranteed Maximum Price for Sacajawea Middle School
• Approved Guaranteed Maximum Price for Peperzak Middle School
• Approved RFP for Lit or Dark Fiber Network
• Approved bid for Plumbing Components
• Approved interlocal agreements with Starbuck School District
• Adopted policy revisions for Procedure 2162 and 2410 (excluding Policy 2321)

Special Meeting

This special meeting includes an executive session to discuss a public employee's performance, followed by an open session. The board will receive information on the initial draft budget and staffing assumptions for the 2022-2023 school year, and discuss procedures for hearing from the community.

• Executive session for discussing performance of a public employee
• Budget development presentation by Superintendent and CFO, including initial draft budget and staffing assumptions
• Discussion of board meeting procedures for hearing from the community

The Board reviewed initial budgeting and staffing assumptions for the 2022-2023 budget. Members also agreed to maintain the current agenda order for public comments, allowing thirty minutes for initial comments.

• Agreed to continue current agenda order for public comment (30 minutes initial)

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, primarily acting on a consent agenda that includes acceptance of donations totaling $11,561, approval of audits, and numerous HR terminations, resignations, retirements, and nominations. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Gift acceptance summary of $11,561 in donations over $500 for fiscal year 2021-2022
• HR actions: resignations and retirements of 17 certificated and classified staff, nominations of 2 certificated and 4 classified employees
• Approval of audits (details not specified in agenda text)

The Board of Directors approved the district budget principles and priorities for the 2022-2023 school year. The board also approved the consent agenda and minutes from February meetings.

• Approved 2022-2023 Budget Principles & Priorities (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget priorities, gift acceptance, audits, and HR terminations (5-0)
• Approved February 9, 2022, Special and Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting with an executive session on employee performance and potential litigation, followed by an open session. The open session includes an information item on the district's adopted 2021-2022 budget, the 2022-2023 budget calendar, and interim financial statements. The board will also discuss possible presentations at regional and national conferences.

• Executive session to discuss performance of a public employee
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel
• Budget development presentation by Superintendent Dr. Adam Swinyard and Chief Finance Officer Cindy Coleman
• Review of 2021-2022 adopted budget and interim financial statements as of December 31, 2022
• Discussion on opportunities to present at regional and national conferences

The Board reviewed the 2022-2023 Budget Principles and Priorities presented by the Chief Financial Officer. Members also discussed potential topics for regional and national conference presentations. No formal votes were recorded during the open session.

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider several consent agenda items, including a revision of the district AHERA officer. It will vote to approve a $135,030 purchase order for copier and printer paper from Staples Contract & Commercial LLC. The board will also approve an estimated $280,000 contract with Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation to process USDA chicken for school meals. Minutes from the January 26, 2022 special and regular meetings will be reviewed.

• Resolution 2022-01 revising District AHERA Officer
• Purchase order to Staples Contract & Commercial LLC for copier paper, $135,030
• Contract to Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation for USDA chicken processing, $280,000
• Approval of minutes from Jan 26, 2022 special meeting
• Public comment procedures via Zoom for community input

The Board approved the minutes from January 26 and passed a consent agenda including several procurement bids and HR actions. Officials presented updates on school safety and the operational planning for shifting middle school grade configurations in fall 2022.

• Approved January 26, 2022, Special and Regular Meeting minutes
• Approved Resolution 2022-01 Revising District AHERA Officer
• Approved Bid No. 19-2122 for Copier Paper
• Approved RFP No. 16-2122 for Processing with USDA Chicken
• Approved RFP 15-2122 for Processing with USDA Beef Commodities
• Approved Audits
• Approved HR Terminations and Nominations

Special Meeting

This special meeting includes a closed session to discuss strategies for collective bargaining. The open session features informational presentations on the 2022-2023 budget priorities and a review of remaining Policy 2000 series items, including policies 2340, 2411, and 2414. No votes or decisions are scheduled during the open session.

• Closed session for collective bargaining strategy
• Budget priorities presentation by Superintendent Dr. Adam Swinyard and CFO Cindy Coleman
• Policy 2000 series review covering policies 2340, 2411, and 2414
• Public attendance via Zoom or in-person with mask mandate

The Board reviewed a revised draft of the 2022-2023 budget priorities and three policies in the 2000 Series. No formal votes were taken; final budget principles and proposed policy revisions are scheduled for the February 23 meeting.

• Reviewed revised 2022-2023 budget priorities
• Reviewed Policy 2340 (Religious-Related Activities and Practices)
• Reviewed Policy 2411 (Release of Students to Seek a Certificate of Educational Competency)
• Reviewed Policy 2414 (Community Service)
• Held closed session regarding collective bargaining strategies

Regular Meeting

The School Board is reviewing a consent agenda that includes funding for classroom technology and emergency teacher pay. The meeting also covers procedural items such as the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• $123,783 purchase for portable classroom sound systems at Flett and Yasuhara Middle Schools
• Emergency substitute teacher pay rate increase to $200 per day
• Approval of January 12, 2022 Special Meeting minutes
• Approval of January 12, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes

The Board of Directors approved the minutes from two January 12 meetings and passed a consent agenda. The meeting included updates on school reopening strategies, mentoring programming, and board member reports.

• Approved January 12, 2022 Special Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved January 12, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including portable classroom sound systems, substitute teacher pay, audits, and HR actions (5-0)

Special Meeting

This special meeting includes closed executive sessions for potential litigation and a public employee performance review. In open session, the board will receive an overview of the 2022-2023 budget development process and priorities, and continue its review of policy series 2000. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information.

• Executive session to discuss potential litigation
• Executive session to discuss performance of a public employee
• Budget Principles and Priorities Overview presented by Superintendent and CFO
• Review of Policy 2000 Series (policies 2162 through 2414)
• Meeting conducted via Zoom with limited in-person attendance

The Board reviewed the 2000 Policy Series and identified eight specific policies for revision. Chief Financial Officer Cindy Coleman also provided an overview of the 2021-2022 Budget Principles and Priorities.

• Identified Policy 2162 (Education of Students with Disabilities Under Section 504) for revision
• Identified Policy 2163 (Response to Interventions) for revision
• Identified Policy 2165 (Home or Hospital Instruction) for revision
• Identified Policy 2220 (School Calendar) for revision
• Identified Policy 2240 (Summer School) for revision
• Identified Policy 2321 (Supervision and Chaperones for Instructional Field Trips and Extracurricular Events) for revision
• Identified Policy 2331 (Controversial Issues – Guest Speakers) for revision
• Identified Policy 2337 (Disability History Month) for revision

Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Spokane Public Schools Board includes a closed session to discuss collective bargaining strategies and an executive session on employee performance. The open session will continue a review of policies from the 2000 series, covering 14 remaining policies.

• Closed session for collective bargaining strategy discussions
• Executive session to discuss a public employee's performance
• Policy 2000 series review: policies 2107, 2121, 2126, 2153, 2162, 2163, 2165, 2220, 2240, 2321, 2331, 2333, 2337, 2340, 2411, 2414

The Board of Directors reviewed policies in the 2000 Series and identified four specific policies for revision. The meeting also included closed sessions regarding collective bargaining and employee performance.

• Identified Policy 2107 (Comprehensive Early Literacy Plan) for revision
• Identified Policy 2121 (Substance Abuse Program) for revision
• Identified Policy 2126 (HIV/AIDS Prevention Education) for revision
• Identified Policy 2153 (Non-Curriculum Related Student Groups) for revision

Regular Meeting

The Spokane Public Schools Board will consider a consent agenda that includes a $3,684,840 purchase of furniture and equipment for Flett and Yasuhara Middle Schools, funded by 2018 bond dollars. Also up for approval is a $200,116.50 annual contract for roll towels and hand soap from Home Depot Pro, along with audit reports. The meeting includes public comment and procedural items.

• Issue purchase orders for $3,684,840 in furniture and equipment for Flett and Yasuhara Middle Schools via cooperative contracts
• Approve $200,116.50 annual purchase of roll towels, hand soap, and dispensers from Home Depot Pro
• Approval of audits for December 2021
• Public comment on items not on the agenda

The Board approved the minutes from two December 2021 meetings and passed a consent agenda including equipment and supply purchases. The meeting primarily consisted of administrative updates regarding school reopening, transportation services, and the budget process.

• Approved December 15, 2021, Special and Regular meeting minutes
• Approved Consent Agenda including furniture and equipment for Flett and Yasuhara Middle Schools
• Approved annual purchase of roll towels and hand soap
• Approved audits, HR terminations and nominations, and travel reports