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The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education, CO

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education public meetings in 2022

45 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 14, 2022

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Board approves Gold Hill Mesa TIF agreement for housing and retail

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a regular meeting on December 14, 2022. They approved a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement for the Gold Hill Mesa development, which will direct future property tax revenue increases to support public infrastructure for housing and commercial uses. The board also approved instructional materials and course changes, and discussed a teacher dismissal recommendation in executive session.

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Wed Dec 7, 2022

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School board work session on superintendent performance objectives

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss the superintendent's performance objectives. The agenda includes a presentation by Superintendent Michael Gaal and a general 'Other' item. Public comments are not taken at this work session.

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Wed Nov 30, 2022

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Board to discuss Gold Hill Mesa TIF, mill levy certification, school plans

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting on November 30, 2022, starting with an executive session on negotiations and legal advice, then reconvening publicly. The board discussed a proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement for the Gold Hill Mesa development, reviewed mill levy rates for certification, and received Unified Improvement Plans (UIPs) from Penrose and Twain elementary schools. The board voted to table the UIPs until the January 11, 2023 regular meeting.

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Wed Nov 16, 2022

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Board reviews school improvement plans, academic master plan, and charter schools

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss several informational items. They will review the Unified Improvement Plan (UIP) for Mann Middle School, an update on the Academic Master Plan (AMP), and highlights and opportunities for D11 charter schools. No votes or decisions are scheduled; public comments are not taken at work sessions.

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Wed Nov 9, 2022

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Board to vote on $7M speech therapy staffing contract and $2.3M HVAC replacement

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on November 9, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The board will consider action items including a $7 million contract for speech language pathology staffing services and a $2.3 million HVAC replacement at Grant Elementary. They will also receive a presentation on the FY21-22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and vote on consent items such as personnel recommendations and policy committee membership.

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Wed Nov 2, 2022

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School board to review organizational realignment and school improvement plans

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss an organizational realignment proposed by the superintendent, review Unified Improvement Plans (UIPs) for two elementary schools, and receive an update on the district's continuous improvement cycle. No public comments are taken at work sessions; the public can watch via live stream.

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Wed Oct 26, 2022

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School board to vote on opting out of state family leave program

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on October 26, 2022. The board will vote on a resolution to opt out of the state's Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) and will also consider approving the Benefits Insurance Committee membership and charge. The agenda includes a capacity report from the superintendent and a spotlight on Madison Elementary School. Several consent items are scheduled for approval, including personnel recommendations and committee memberships.

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Wed Oct 19, 2022

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D11 board work session on educator effectiveness, HR, FAMLI, policy

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session on October 19, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. The board will receive informational presentations on educator effectiveness, a human resources update, the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program, and the policy review process. No public comments are taken at work sessions; the public can watch via live stream.

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Wed Oct 5, 2022

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Board discusses enrollment, fund balance, and ballot initiatives

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss three informational topics: student enrollment averaging, fund balance, and ballot initiatives. No formal decisions are expected; the session is for discussion and information only. Public comments are not taken at work sessions.

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Wed Sep 28, 2022

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Board approves working agreement with superintendent and school improvement plans

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a regular meeting to approve several action items, including a working agreement between the Board and the Superintendent, Unified Improvement Plans for four schools, and resolutions proclaiming October as Arts Month and National Principal Appreciation Month. The board also discusses the Unified District Improvement Plan and a resolution to defease 2013 bonds, which would save taxpayers over $10.8 million in interest. Consent items include approval of meeting minutes and personnel recommendations.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022

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D11 board work session on family partnerships and fund balance

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session on September 21, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. The agenda includes informational presentations on the Family School Community Partnership (FSCP) and the district's fund balance. No public comments are taken at work sessions; the public can watch via live stream or submit comments at regular business meetings.

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Wed Sep 14, 2022

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Board to hold public hearing on Priority Improvement and Turnaround schools

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with an executive session, public comments, and a public hearing on Priority Improvement and Turnaround schools. The board will also discuss the Unified Improvement Plan and a working agreement with the Superintendent. Several consent items and resolutions are on the agenda.

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Wed Sep 7, 2022

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D11 board retreat to discuss roles, priorities, self-evaluation, energy savings

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss board/superintendent roles and communications, board priorities and performance objectives, board self-evaluation, and an energy savings performance presentation by Superintendent Michael Gaal. The meeting is a discussion and information session, not a voting meeting.

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Wed Aug 31, 2022

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D11 board to review summer bridge, after-school programs, CMAS scores, and improvement plan

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session on August 31, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. The board will receive informational updates on the Summer Bridge program, after-school enrichment programs, CMAS test results, and the Unified District Improvement Plan (UDIP). No public comments are taken at work sessions; the public can watch via live stream or later on BoardDocs.

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Wed Aug 24, 2022

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Board approves $71,433 for assistant principal at Spark Online Academy

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a regular meeting on August 24, 2022, where it approved a budget transfer of $71,433.16 to fund an additional 0.5 FTE for an Assistant Principal at Spark Online Academy, bringing the total to 1.0 FTE. The board also adopted revised policies on physical intervention and restraints to align with state law, appointed Kristine Odom as Assistant Board Treasurer, and approved consent items including personnel recommendations. The meeting included a recognition of a teacher award and a school spotlight presentation.

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Thu Aug 18, 2022

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D11 board retreat to discuss roles, priorities, and self-evaluation

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss board/superintendent roles, communications, and relationship; board priorities and performance objectives; and board self-evaluation. These are work session topics for discussion and information, not final decisions.

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Wed Aug 10, 2022

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Board approves $996,000 custodial contract to fill staffing gaps

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with an executive session, public comments, and action items. The board approved a $996,000 contract with ABM Industry Groups, LLC to augment custodial staff due to a vacancy gap of over 30% (approximately 50 vacancies). The board also adopted revised transportation policies to include provisions for Purple Star Schools and approved personnel recommendations.

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Wed Aug 3, 2022

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D11 board work session covers bond question, back-to-school, and trust rebuilding

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session on August 3, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. Topics include an executive cabinet update, sesquicentennial celebration plans, a bond question, a School One Plan improvement report, a back-to-school report, and board communication with the superintendent. No public comments are taken at work sessions; the public can watch via live stream.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022

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D11 board to hold executive session on superintendent finalist and contract talks

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on June 8, 2022, starting with a 60-minute executive session to discuss legal advice and contract negotiations with Mr. Michael Gaal, as well as negotiations with a superintendent finalist. The public session will include recognitions, public comments, and approval of consent items such as personnel recommendations, policy changes, and several financial resolutions.

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Fri Jun 3, 2022

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School board appoints superintendent finalist after closed session

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting to interview and prioritize superintendent finalists in executive session, then publicly approved Resolution 2022-61 to appoint the finalist for the superintendent position. The board also adopted the agenda and adjourned.

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Wed Jun 1, 2022

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School board holds special meeting to enter executive session on superintendent search

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting on June 1, 2022, primarily to enter an executive session. The session was authorized to interview and prioritize superintendent finalists and to instruct personnel on contract negotiations, following public interviews. The board also adopted the agenda and adjourned.

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Wed Jun 1, 2022

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D11 board to review FY23 proposed budget and 2022 bond preview

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss the proposed FY22/23 budget and receive a preview of the 2022 bond. No public comments are taken at this session, and no formal votes are scheduled. The session is open to the public via live stream.

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Wed May 25, 2022

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Board to enter executive session to prioritize superintendent finalists and begin contract negotiations

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on May 25, 2022, starting with an executive session to discuss prioritizing finalists and instructing personnel to begin contract negotiations for the superintendent position, with consultant Dr. Walt Cooper. The public session includes recognitions, reports, and action items, including a contract award for a charter school. The agenda was amended to remove item F2 (Budget Transfers, Appropriations, and FTE Approvals) due to no such items.

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Wed May 11, 2022

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D11 board to hold executive session on labor negotiations, then public meeting

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on May 11, 2022, starting with a 90-minute executive session to discuss negotiations with educational support professionals, executive professionals, and the teachers association. After reconvening, the board will hear public comments, receive reports, and vote on consent items including personnel recommendations and revised accountability committee regulations.

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Sat May 7, 2022

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School board holds executive session on superintendent candidates, names finalists

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting on May 7, 2022, to discuss superintendent candidates. The board convened in executive session to review confidential applications and supporting documents for candidates who are not yet finalists, as allowed by Colorado law. After the closed session, the board approved Resolution 2022-53 to publicly announce the finalists for the superintendent position.

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Wed May 4, 2022

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Board of Education work session to discuss Urban Renewal and special programs

The Board of Education is conducting a work session for the purpose of studying and discussing specific topics. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

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Mon May 2, 2022

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Board enters executive session to review superintendent applicant records

The Board of Education held a special meeting to convene into executive session. The purpose was to consider confidential documents regarding superintendent candidates who are not finalists.

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Wed Apr 27, 2022

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School board to vote on $305,875 custodial budget transfer

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with an executive session on negotiations, followed by public session items including recognitions, a school spotlight, and public comments. The board will vote on a $305,875 General Fund contingency transfer to cover a custodial funding shortfall, and will consider consent items including personnel recommendations and policy revisions.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022

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School District 11 Board of Education to hold Town Hall

The Board of Education is conducting a Town Hall meeting for public participation. The session is scheduled to address questions from the public.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022

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Board to hold executive session on First Amendment issues and labor negotiations

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting, starting with a 90-minute executive session to discuss legal advice on First Amendment issues and negotiations with educational support professionals, executive professionals, and the Colorado Springs Education Association. The public session includes recognitions, a school spotlight, public comments, special reports, and consent items. The board will also consider policy reviews and a legislative update.

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Wed Apr 6, 2022

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Board to review 2022-23 preliminary budget assumptions and district improvement goals

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session on April 6, 2022, to discuss two main topics: the District Improvement Plan goals and the 2022-2023 Preliminary Budget Development Assumptions (PBDA). No formal action will be taken at this work session, but the board may later approve the budget assumptions. Public comments are not taken at work sessions.

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Fri Mar 18, 2022

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School board plans superintendent search with consultant

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a planning meeting with McPherson & Jacobson, LLC to discuss the superintendent search. The agenda includes establishing characteristics for the new superintendent, setting a timeline, and determining advertising venues. The meeting location was changed due to a water line break, and the public can watch remotely.

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Wed Mar 16, 2022

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Board approves $30K contract to hire superintendent search firm

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting on March 16, 2022. The board approved a $30,000 contract with McPherson & Jacobson, LLC to assist in finding a permanent superintendent, with a target start date between June 1 and July 1, 2022. The board also discussed, but did not vote on, FY 2022-23 health insurance premium recommendations and preliminary budget development assumptions for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

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Sat Mar 12, 2022

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Board discusses superintendent search process at work session

This is a work session of the Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education, held after a board retreat. The board will discuss the superintendent vacancy and the search process, including firm discussion and process details. No formal action is expected at this work session.

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Sat Mar 12, 2022

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School board retreat to discuss board member conduct

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a retreat on March 12, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. The agenda includes a discussion topic on board member conduct. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion only.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022

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Board to vote on $14M Mitchell High School HVAC replacement contract

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on March 9, 2022, starting with an executive session on negotiations for Educational Support Professionals and Executive Professionals, followed by a public session. The board will consider action items including a $14,074,901 contract for Mitchell High School HVAC replacement and a contract modification for special education staffing. The agenda also includes routine consent items, recognitions, and public comments.

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Mon Mar 7, 2022

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Board approves Dr. Nicholas Gledich as Acting/Interim Superintendent

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting on March 7, 2022, to discuss and act on the Acting/Interim Superintendent hiring process. The board convened a 60-minute executive session for legal advice on the matter, then reconvened in public session. The board voted to replace the current Acting Superintendent with Dr. Nicholas Gledich, announce him as the finalist for Interim Superintendent, and approve his employment agreement.

Wed Mar 2, 2022

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Board approves superintendent separation and appoints Dan Hoff as acting leader

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a special meeting on March 2, 2022, to address leadership changes. The board voted unanimously to approve a mutual separation agreement with the current superintendent. Following this approval, the board appointed Dan Hoff as the Acting Superintendent until an interim superintendent is selected.

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Wed Mar 2, 2022

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School board work session on academic plan and teaching practices

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss the Academic Master Plan (AMP) update and Professional Learning Communities & Promising Practices. No formal action will be taken; public comments are not accepted at this session.

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Wed Feb 23, 2022

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School District 11 Board approves new operating manual and two resolutions

The Board of Education met to approve a revised Operating and Procedures Manual and adopt resolutions for 'Read Across America' and Women's History Month. The meeting also included an executive session to discuss legal advice regarding the Superintendent's contract.

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Wed Feb 16, 2022

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School District 11 Board holds work session on legal counsel and goals

The Board of Education is conducting a work session to discuss matters with three employee groups. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the Legal Counsel Committee and an update on Board Priorities and Goals.

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Wed Jan 26, 2022

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Board approves $10.55M mid-year budget modifications

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 26, 2022, starting with an executive session on negotiations, followed by public session. The board approved several action items, including instructional materials and new secondary courses, a resolution recognizing African American History Month, and Resolution 2022-29 for mid-year budget modifications totaling $10,552,666. The agenda was amended to remove contract awards and budget transfers as there were none.

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Wed Jan 19, 2022

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D11 board to review $10.55M mid-year budget changes

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the mid-year modifications to the 2021-22 adopted budget, including $10,552,666 in incremental requests and 4.4 additional FTE. They will also receive a presentation on the Facilities Master Plan and review proposed edits to the Board of Education Operating Procedures Manual. No formal action will be taken at this work session.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022

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Board approves substitute pay raise, postpones course approvals

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 12, 2022, where they approved a temporary rate increase for guest staff substitutes for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year. They also postponed approval of instructional materials and secondary courses to the next meeting on January 26. The board adopted the agenda as amended, removing items with no contract awards or budget transfers, and approved consent items including meeting minutes and personnel recommendations.

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Wed Jan 5, 2022

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School board work session on legislative agenda, substitute pay, goals

The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session on January 5, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Main Administration Building. Topics include the 2022 legislative agenda, substitute/guest teacher compensation, board priorities and goals, and proposed edits to the Board's operating procedures manual. No formal action will be taken; the session is for discussion only.

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