Laramie County School District #1 public meetings in 2022
33 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Laramie County School District #1 Board will elect its officers for the coming year and consider several consent‑agenda actions. It will adopt a resolution providing $500,000 of Government Crime Policy coverage for board officers and the superintendent, with a $100,000 bond for the superintendent and treasurer. Additional items include a resolution allowing facsimile signatures for certain public documents and a resolution thanking community partners.
- Election of Board officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Clerk, Treasurer, etc.)
- Adoption of resolution for $500,000 crime‑policy coverage and $100,000 bond for officers and superintendent
- Adoption of resolution permitting facsimile signatures for Chairman, Clerk, and Treasurer
- Resolution of Recognition thanking community partners and stakeholders
- Consent agenda items approved by a single motion
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss officer positions (Chair, Vice Chair, Clerk, Assistant Clerk, Treasurer, Assistant Treasurer) and committee assignments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is preparatory for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Discussion of Board of Trustees officer positions: Chair, Vice Chair, Clerk, Assistant Clerk, Treasurer, Assistant Treasurer
- Discussion of Board of Trustees committee assignments
- Meeting will adjourn at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the Regular Board meeting at 6 p.m.
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Laramie County School District #1 Board will adopt the agenda, approve the November 7 minutes, and consider routine consent items. Trustees will receive a presentation of the FY 2022 audit and related financial reports. The board will discuss a 45‑day public comment period on policy and curriculum changes, including textbook adoptions. Resolutions recognizing National School Psychologist Week and National Parent Involvement Day will also be adopted.
- Presentation of FY 2022 audit by CFO Jed Cicarelli and CPA Stephanie Pickering
- Resolution recognizing National School Psychologist Week (Nov 7‑11, 2022)
- Resolution recognizing National Parent Involvement Day (Nov 18, 2022)
- 45‑day public comment period on board policies, epinephrine autoinjector policy, and textbook adoptions
- Approval of consent agenda items and minutes from the Nov 7 regular meeting
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is meeting to recognize students and staff for achievements, adopt resolutions declaring November as National Military Family Appreciation Month and November 16 as Education Support Professionals Day, and handle routine consent agenda items.
- Resolution declaring November 2022 as National Military Family Appreciation Month
- Resolution recognizing November 16, 2022 as National Education Support Professionals Day
- Recognition of Student of the Week (Tremel Ray, Jose Escobedo, James Hushbeck)
- Recognition of Central High School 4A Girls Tennis champion and cross-country team
- Consent agenda for routine matters
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on November 7, 2022, at 5 p.m. The agenda included a presentation on Sources of Strength Training, a youth suicide prevention and wellness program. The work session was followed by a regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Sources of Strength Training presentation by Laura Fowler, Chris Zimny, Drew Hall, and Hope Person
- Work session adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting
Executive Session - Board of Trustees
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is meeting in a closed executive session to discuss potential litigation. No public business or decisions are on the agenda.
- Executive session for potential litigation (closed meeting)
Board of Trustees Meeting
The board will recognize students and staff for achievements, then vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of October 3 meeting minutes, home school curricula, certified contracts, resignations/retirements, and payroll and bills for September 1–30, 2022. Reports from the superintendent and board members cover school walk-throughs and a 45-day policy review. The meeting also includes resolutions for National Bullying Prevention Month and National School Bus Safety Week.
- [CA] Approval of payroll and bills for September 1–30, 2022
- [CA] Recognition of home school curricula for 2022-2023
- [CA] Approval of certified contract(s) for 2022-2023
- [CA] Approval of resignations/retirements and replacement
- Resolutions for National Bullying Prevention Month and School Bus Safety Week
6pm Board of Trustees Meeting
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will recognize students and staff, adopt resolutions for National Principals Month and Safe Routes to School, and consider entering executive session to discuss possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions and potential litigation. The board will also receive reports on summer school, a special education audit, and a 45-day review of policy Chapter 7, Section 8 on special instructional programs for students with disabilities.
- Executive session for possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions and potential litigation
- 45-day review of revised Chapter 7, Section 8 policy on Special Instructional Programs for Students with Disabilities (action planned Dec. 5, 2022)
- Recognition of students Achyut Ramesh (CJHS) and Beau Austin (THS) as Students of the Week
- Resolution recognizing October 2022 as National Principals Month
- Resolution supporting Safe Routes to School for safer walking and biking zones
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss a Retirement Health Insurance Option, presented by CFO Jed Cicarelli and Asst. Supt of HR Vicki Thompson. The session also includes procedural welcome and adjournment items, followed by a regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Discussion of Retirement Health Insurance Option presented by CFO and HR
6pm Board of Trustees Meeting
The board will consider routine consent items including minutes, home school curricula, certified contracts, and resignations. Notable actions include a vote to deny a governmental claim for unpaid salary and damages, and permission to renew a cellular service contract with Verizon for up to $200,000. A purchase of elementary math intervention materials is also on the agenda.
- Denial of governmental claim by Danelle Moyte for approximately $52,000 in unpaid salary plus $50,000 in damages
- Permission to renew Verizon cellular service contract for up to $200,000
- Recognition of home school curricula for 2022-2023 school year
- Approval of certified contracts and resignations/retirements
- Permission to purchase elementary math intervention materials (Bridges Math Intervention, i...)
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on September 19, 2022. They heard a Math Update presentation from Math Coordinators Amy Kassel and Valerie Kerschner. The work session adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting.
- Math Update presentation by coordinators Amy Kassel and Valerie Kerschner
6-7pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
This is a work session of the Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion on library books and policies.
- Discussion of library books and policies
Board of Trustees Meeting
The board will hold an executive session to discuss possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions, potential litigation, and personnel matters, then recess and reconvene to vote on expelling or suspending students as presented. The agenda also includes a 45-day review of proposed amendments to board policy chapters 1 and 2, and a consent agenda covering minutes, homeschool curricula, payroll and bills, and certified contracts.
- Executive session for possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions, litigation, and personnel
- 45-day review of proposed amendments to Board Policy Chapters 1 and 2, with public comment period through October 3, 2022
- Approval of payroll and bills for June 1 – July 31, 2022 (warrants, checks listed)
- Recognition of home school curricula for 2022-2023 school year
- Recognitions: Wyoming Governor's RISE Award (Stephanie Ashworth, Transportation Dept.) and CFD Challenge Rodeo Student Services Event Coordinators
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees holds a work session including a safety and security presentation by Todd Deporter, Safety & Security Program Administrator. The work session will adjourn at 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m. The agenda is otherwise procedural with a welcome and adjournment.
- Safety & security presentation by Todd Deporter
- Work session adjourns for regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a budget hearing alongside its regular meeting. The board will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of minutes, certificated contracts, resignations, and leaves of absence, as well as several financial items. Notable decisions include renewing contracts for food and supplies for the school lunch program, purchasing Microsoft devices, and adopting a resolution to authorize administration to conduct business between board meetings.
- Permission to renew contract for food products for Nutrition Services from US Foods, Inc. for up to $1,500,000.00
- Permission to renew contract for disposable goods, kitchen supplies, and chemicals for Nutrition Services from Home Depot Pro and US Foods for up to $665,000.00
- Permission to purchase Microsoft devices and accessories from FY23 budgets for up to $150,000.00
- Resolution to authorize the Superintendent to issue warrants, accept bids, enter contracts, and issue purchase orders between board meetings for FY2022-23
- Approval of certificated contracts, resignations, and leaves of absence (specific lists referenced but not provided in agenda)
Board of Trustees Meeting
This is a regular meeting of the Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees. The board will vote on several contracts, including a $243,000 staff development program and a $147,000 principal leadership program. Reports include a Transportation Advisory Committee update and the start of public review periods for new elementary and K-8 math curriculum materials.
- Permission to contract for Staff Development Services up to $243,000 for Johnson Junior High School, Carey Junior High School, and an unspecified third school
- Permission to contract for a Principal Leadership Program up to $147,000
- Renewal of contract for speech pathology services with Northeast Wyoming Cooperating Education Services up to $83,000
- Public review of Elementary Math Intervention materials begins June 21 at LCSD1 Administration Building and Laramie County Library
- Public review of K-8 Math Tier 1 materials begins September 1 at same locations
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to receive a presentation on district facilities, covering both short-term and long-term plans. The update will be given by the Executive Director of Support Operations, Safety & Security Program Administrator, and Chief Financial Officer. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the session precedes a regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Presentation on District Facilities Update by Andy Knapp, Todd Deporter, and Jed Cicarelli
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Laramie County School District #1 Board will adopt the agenda, recognize student and staff achievements, and hear public comments. It will then vote on a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as contract renewals and resignations. Key decisions include increasing a dual‑enrollment MOU to up to $701,000 and authorizing commercial insurance up to $1,626,716. The meeting also provides updates on hiring, facilities planning, and the district strategic plan.
- Approve increase of the LCCC–LCSD1 dual enrollment MOU from $650,000 to no more than $701,000
- Authorize purchase of commercial insurance for the district up to $1,626,716
- Approve certified contracts for the 2022‑2023 school year
- Approve resignations/retirements and arrange replacements
- Renew Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Cheyenne for Civic Center use
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Board will hear a preliminary budget presentation for fiscal year 2023 from the Director of Finance. It will also recognize Students of the Week, FFA state champions, and the 2022 LCSD1 Teacher of the Year. Routine items, including approval of minutes and home school curricula, are slated for the consent agenda.
- Preliminary FY23 budget presentation by Director of Finance Jed Cicarelli (Reference No. 5050)
- Recognition of Students of the Week Jenna Merritt (East HS) and Evan Westervelt (Johnson Jr. High)
- Recognition of 2022 LCSD1 Teacher of the Year Erin Freeman (South HS)
- Recognition of Central High School and East High School FFA state champions
- Approval of minutes from May 2, 2022, and recognition of home school curricula via consent agenda
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on May 2, 2022. The meeting included a welcome, a presentation on graduation by Assistant Superintendent Jim Fraley, and a presentation on the summer school plan by Assistant Director of Instruction Eric Jackson. The session adjourned at about 5:50 p.m. before the regular board meeting.
- Welcome and opening remarks
- Graduation presentation by Assistant Superintendent Jim Fraley
- Summer school plan presentation by Assistant Director of Instruction Eric Jackson
- Adjournment of work session at ~5:50 p.m.
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will meet to act on a consent agenda that includes approving certified contracts for the 2022-2023 school year and recognizing home school curricula. The board will also recognize outstanding students, including state MathCounts and Science Olympiad champions, and present the 2022 Educational Support Person of the Year award. Public comment on agenda topics is permitted under established procedures.
- Approval of certified contracts for 2022-2023 school year (Consent Agenda item D 1.5)
- Recognition of 2022 Educational Support Person of the Year recipient Jane Dausman-Lessenger
- Recognition of Carey/McCormick JHS MathCounts State Champions (1st, 2nd, 3rd place)
- Recognition of Carey Junior High School Science Olympiad Team State Champions
- Recognition of Laramie County Robotics Competition award winners (multiple categories)
Board of Trustees Meeting
This regular meeting of the Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees includes recognitions of Students of the Week and state‑winning teams, updates from the superintendent and staff, and opportunities for public comment on agenda topics. No major policy decisions or financial actions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily ceremonial and informational.
- Recognition of four Students of the Week from March 28 to April 18
- South High School FBLA state award winners listed
- East/South High AFJROTC marksmanship team placed 4th at national championships
- East High School 4A DECA champions and 4A girls basketball state champions recognized
- Central High School FBLA state leadership awards presented
Board of Trustees Meeting - Part 2 of Meeting
This is the second part of the April 18 meeting. The board will consider a consent agenda with routine items including approval of minutes, resignations, payroll, organizational chart, and several contract renewals. Notable among these is a contract renewal for bulk gasoline and diesel fuel not to exceed $1.5M. Under new business, the board will vote on a fencing contract for $142,789, a utility easement at Coyote Ridge Elementary, and a resolution from the board.
- Renewal of contract for bulk gasoline and diesel fuel not to exceed $1,500,000 from Dooley Oil, Ellenbecker Oil, and Petroleum Traders Corp
- Approval of contract with Alco Fencing Company Inc. for fencing at various sites for $142,789 plus 10% contingency
- Permission for a permanent utility easement with the City of Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities at Coyote Ridge Elementary School
- Renewal of contract for student supports with Hazelden Publishing for Olweus Bullying Prevention Program subscription not to exceed $60,800
- Renewal of contract with JTM Provisions for specialty food products for school lunch program not to exceed $50,000
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a work session at 5 p.m. on April 18, 2022, followed by a regular board meeting at 6 p.m. The primary item is a presentation by Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo on the launch of a strategic plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled during the work session.
- Strategic Plan Launch presentation by Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo
- Meeting will adjourn at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
Board of Trustees Special Meeting in Executive Room 131
The Laramie County School District #1 Board will adopt the meeting agenda and then vote on two personnel actions: renewing contracts for certified employees for the 2022‑2023 school year and approving listed resignations and retirements with replacements. An executive session will be held to discuss additional personnel matters. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 18, 2022 at 6 p.m.
- Approve contract renewals for certified employees for the 2022‑2023 school year
- Approve resignations and retirements of staff and arrange suitable replacements
- Executive session to discuss personnel matters
Board of Trustees Meeting
This meeting is primarily procedural and ceremonial. The Board will adopt the agenda, recognize numerous student achievements (Student of the Week, state champions in sports and DECA, all-state musicians), and hear public comment on agenda topics. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are scheduled.
- Recognition of Student of the Week: Deron Walker (McCormick) and Melissa Kidd (East High)
- Recognition of South High School 4A State Boys Swimming Champion Luke Constantino
- Recognition of multiple state DECA champions from South, Central, and East High Schools
- Recognition of All-State Musicians and All-Northwest ACDA Honor Choir members
- Public comment period (Items from Visitors) for agenda-related topics
Board of Trustees Meeting
This is a regular school board meeting that includes recognitions of students and staff for achievements, public comment, reports from the superintendent and staff, and approval of routine consent agenda items such as meeting minutes, home school curricula, and certified contracts. No major policy decisions or budget items are on the agenda.
- Recognition of Students of the Week for January through March 2022
- Recognition of South High School 4A State Cheerleading Champions
- Recognition of Regional State Math Contest winners
- Approval of home school curricula for 2021-2022 school year
- Approval of certified contracts for 2021-2022 school year
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a work session at 5 p.m., followed by a regular board meeting at 6 p.m. The work session includes a presentation on census data and city precincts by Laramie County Clerk Debra Lee. No decisions or votes are scheduled during the work session.
- Presentation by Laramie County Clerk Debra Lee on Census Data/City Precincts
- Work session adjourns at 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
This is a procedural work session of the Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees. The board will hear a State of the District update from Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo. The work session will adjourn at approximately 5:50 p.m. to be followed by a regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- State of the District presentation by Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo
Board of Trustees Meeting
The board will recognize students of the week, hear reports on a special education audit and math diagnostics, and then vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of minutes, home school curricula, certified contracts, resignations, payroll, and two contract increases for the Nutrition Services lunch program totaling up to $200,000.
- Permission to increase contract for disposable goods, kitchen supplies, chemicals, and recycled lunch trays for Nutrition Services by up to $100,000
- Permission to increase contract for food for the school lunch program for Nutrition Services by up to $100,000
- Report on Special Education Audit from Assistant Superintendent of Instruction and Special Education Director
- Math Diagnostics Overview presentation from Assistant Superintendent of Instruction
- Approval of minutes, home school curricula, certified contracts, resignations/retirements, and December 2021 payroll and bills
5pm Work Session - Board of Trustees
This is a procedural work session of the LCSD1 Board of Trustees, including board training with WSBA Rod Kessler and board self-evaluations. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled. The work session adjourns at 5:50 p.m. in advance of the regular board meeting.
- Board training with WSBA Rod Kessler
- Board self-evaluations
- Meeting held virtually via Zoom
Board of Trustees Meeting
The board will consider several contracts, including a $975,188 turf replacement for Central High School's Riske Field and an $800,000 educational services contract. They will also vote on a $52,835 architectural contract for admin building restrooms, a $67,071 service truck purchase, and a $75,000 tire contract. Additionally, the board will review a 45-day curriculum materials review for math courses and an addendum to the Smart Start Plan.
- Approval of $975,188 contract with Hellas Construction for Central High School Riske Field synthetic turf replacement
- Approval of $800,000 contract for educational services
- Approval of $52,835 contract with Tobin & Associates for admin building restrooms remodel
- Permission to purchase service truck for $67,071 and declare one surplus
- Permission to contract for tires for transportation for up to $75,000
Board of Trustees Hearing - PODER/PASS Charter School Renewal (VIRTUAL ONLY)
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a virtual hearing to consider the renewal of PODER Elementary and PODER Academy Secondary charter schools. The agenda included opening statements, exhibits such as renewal rubrics and draft contracts, testimonies from district and charter representatives, and a recommendation from the superintendent. A final decision is scheduled for the regular board meeting on February 7, 2022.
- Hearing on PODER Elementary Charter School renewal application (Exhibit #1)
- Hearing on PODER Academy Secondary School renewal application (Exhibit #2)
- Statement from Laramie County School District 1 by Eric Jackson and Jed Cicarelli
- Statements from PODER charter representatives Marco Martinez and Nick Avila
- Superintendent Dr. Margaret Crespo's recommendation on charter renewal