The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education public meetings in 2025
59 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board Retreats and Other Events
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education announced that two or more directors may attend the D-11 Unified Basketball Jamboree on December 19, 2025. No official board business, discussions, or actions are planned for this event.
Special Board Meeting
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a special meeting to certify the results of the November 4, 2025 election and swear in newly elected or re-elected directors. The board will also adopt resolutions honoring outgoing directors and reorganize its leadership roles.
- Certify 2025 election results via Resolution 2026-18
- Swear in new Board officers including President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer
- Adopt Resolution 2026-17 to honor 2025 Board of Directors election candidates
- Approve December 3, 2025 inclement weather closure
- Honor outgoing directors Amanda Huber, Dr. Sandra Bankes, and Julie Ott with resolutions
Regular Board Meeting
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on December 3, 2025, entirely via videoconferencing due to adverse weather. The board will reconvene in public session at approximately 5:30 PM after an executive session. Key decisions include certifying the 2026 mill levy rates and approving a settlement agreement with the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA).
- Certify 2026 Mill Levy Rates for property tax collection
- Approve Settlement Agreement with CHSAA (D49 v Sullivan lawsuit)
- Vote on Personnel Recommendations for December 3, 2025
- Approve November 5, 2025, and November 19, 2025, meeting minutes
- Public comments session for residents to address the board
Special Board Meeting
The Board of Education will consider revisions to Policy IJL regarding the selection and removal of library and instructional materials. The Board will also receive the FY24-25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
- Vote on Policy IJL: Instructional Materials and Library Resources Selection, Adoption, Acquisition, and Reconsideration
- Receipt of FY24-25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
- Executive session regarding litigation with Colorado Civil Rights Division and Colorado High School Activities Association
- Executive session regarding Superintendent Contract and Evaluation
Work Session
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session to receive informational updates on quarterly academic metrics, enrollment trends, and a capacity committee report. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for board visibility and discussion.
- Quarterly Academic Metrics Report (informational only)
- Enrollment Update (informational only)
- Capacity Committee Report (discussion/board feedback only)
Regular Board Meeting
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will meet to vote on accrediting eight high-performing schools, approve a $5 million geothermal energy project at Palmer High School, and act on personnel recommendations. The meeting includes public comments, awards, and resolutions recognizing Education Support Professionals Week and Native American Heritage Month.
- Accreditation of 8 schools with SPF ratings 74+ (Scott, Steele, Taylor Elementary; Academy for Advanced and Creative Learning; Thomas MacLaren School; Chipeta, Freedom, and Odyssey ECCO)
- Resolution for $5,000,000 geothermal tax credit reservation for Palmer High School (GETCO program)
- Personnel recommendations requiring Board approval
- Unified School Improvement Plan for Rogers Elementary School
- Resolutions recognizing Education Support Professionals Week and Native American Heritage Month
Board Retreats and Other Events
Two or more District 11 Board of Education Directors may attend the Colorado Springs Philharmonic D11 Honor Choir Performance. No Board business will be discussed and no action will be taken.
- Colorado Springs Philharmonic D11 Honor Choir Performance at Pikes Peak Center
Special Board Meeting
The D11 Board of Education will vote on a new Policy IJ governing selection and reconsideration of instructional and library materials, replacing three existing policies. They will also vote on the Unified School Improvement Plan for Rogers Elementary School. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session to discuss the superintendent's contract.
- Vote on Policy IJ for instructional materials and library resources selection, adoption, acquisition, and reconsideration
- Vote on Unified School Improvement Plan for Rogers Elementary School
- Executive session to discuss superintendent contract negotiations
- Public comment period (20 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)
Work Session
The board will discuss and vote on a new policy (IJ) governing the selection, adoption, and reconsideration of instructional and library materials, replacing three existing policies. They will also review the Unified School Improvement Plan for Rogers Elementary School and receive an update on the Middle School Accountability System.
- Vote on Policy IJ for instructional and library materials selection, adoption, and reconsideration
- Board vote needed by Nov. 5 on Rogers Elementary School's Unified School Improvement Plan
- Discussion of Middle School Accountability System first-quarter data and future planning
- Informational reports from District Accountability Committee and Mill Levy Override Oversight Committee
Board Retreats and Other Events
The board will hold a public hearing to review Unified Improvement Plans for seven schools rated as Priority Improvement or Turnaround based on 2025 state assessments. The plans outline strategies to improve academic outcomes and must be approved by the board.
- Adams Elementary, Carver Elementary, and Wilson Elementary each received a Turnaround plan type with 'Does not meet' achievement ratings
- Galileo Middle School, Mann Middle School, Swigert Middle School, and Mitchell High School each received a Priority Improvement plan type
- Public hearing scheduled for October 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the District 11 Board Room at 1115 N. El Paso Street
Regular Board Meeting
The board will vote on two Urban Renewal Authority tax-increment financing agreements: one for a 180-room hotel with event space and attainable housing at Moreno and Cascade Avenue, and another for 120 attainable-housing units at Odyssey at North Weber. A public hearing is scheduled for seven schools in priority improvement or turnaround status. The board will also enter executive session to discuss legal advice on strike-related issues with the Colorado Springs Education Association.
- Resolution 2026-05: URA TIF agreement for a 180-room hotel and 70-115 attainable housing units at Moreno and Cascade Avenue (developer NorWood)
- Resolution 2026-04: URA TIF agreement for 120 attainable-housing units at Odyssey at North Weber in the Cragmor Neighborhood (developer Blue Truck)
- Public hearing at 7:00 pm for seven Priority Improvement/Turnaround schools: Adams, Carver, Wilson elementary; Galileo, Mann, Swigert middle; Mitchell High
- Contract award C2027-0001: five-year charter contract with East Hills Academy, a classical school opening for 2026/27
- Executive session from 4:30-5:30 pm for legal advice on CSEA strike-related issues
Board Retreats and Other Events
This is a community candidate forum hosted by the District Accountability Committee, not a regular board business meeting. Two or more board members may attend, but no board business will be discussed or action taken. The event features candidate introductions, a live Q&A, and closing statements.
- Candidate forum for District 11 school board, 6:00–8:00 PM at Tesla Professional Development Center
- Live Q&A with pre-submitted questions moderated by DAC
- No board business or action will occur at this event
Special Board Meeting
The D11 Board of Education will vote on a $500,000 contract with WeUsThem for Phase I of comprehensive marketing services to amplify the district's transformation story. The board will also discuss and later vote on Unified School Improvement Plans for seven schools and the district-wide Unified District Improvement Plan, both due to the state by October 15. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on strike-related issues with the Colorado Springs Education Association.
- Contract award C2026-0027 for $500,000 to WeUsThem for marketing services through March 25, 2026
- Approval of Unified School Improvement Plans for Adams, Wilson, Carver, Mann, Galileo, Swigert, and Mitchell schools
- Approval of the Unified District Improvement Plan for submission to the Colorado Department of Education
- Executive session on legal advice regarding Colorado Springs Education Association strike issues
Work Session
The Board will discuss and vote on Unified School Improvement Plans (USIPs) for Carver Elementary and Mann Middle schools, plus the District Improvement Plan (UDIP), which must be submitted to the state by October 15. The plans outline targets and strategies to improve student performance based on state assessment ratings. The meeting also includes informational updates from the District Accountability Committee.
- Vote required by 10/1/2025 on USIPs for Carver Elementary and Mann Middle schools and the District Improvement Plan
- Plans must incorporate parent input from School and District Accountability Committees
- Informational handouts and notes from the District Accountability Committee (DAC) meeting
- DAC Accreditation Subcommittee recordings provided for information only
- DAC Budget Subcommittee handouts and notes provided for information only
Board Retreats and Other Events
This is a committee meeting, not a regular board business meeting. The evening begins with a district strategic overview from 5:30-6:00 p.m., followed by breakout sessions for the District Accountability Committee (DAC), the Mill Levy Override Oversight Committee, and DAC subcommittees. No board action will be taken.
- Strategic overview of the district's vision presented by district leaders (5:30-6:00 p.m.)
- Full DAC Meeting (6:05-7:10 p.m.)
- Mill Levy Override Oversight Committee meeting (may run through 8:00 p.m.)
- DAC Accreditation Subcommittee meeting (7:15-8:30 p.m.)
- DAC Budget Subcommittee and DAC Working Group (Training and SAC Support) meet (7:15-8:30 p.m.)
Work Session
The Board of Education will discuss and vote on Unified School Improvement Plans (USIPs) for Adams Elementary, Wilson Elementary, and Swigert Middle School, with a vote needed by October 1, 2025. The board will also discuss an energy performance contract based on audit findings. Two informational items from the District Accountability Committee are included with no discussion.
- Vote on Unified School Improvement Plans for Adams Elementary, Wilson Elementary, and Swigert Middle School
- Progress monitoring update on Mitchell High School and Galileo Middle School from Colorado Department of Education
- Discussion of energy performance contract and financial considerations
- District Accountability Committee meeting handouts and notes (informational)
- District Accountability Committee Accreditation and Budget Subcommittee handouts and notes (informational)
Special Board Meeting
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting on September 17, 2025, solely to enter an executive session. The agenda lists discussion of legal advice regarding Colorado Springs Education Association (CSEA) strike-related issues, along with other permitted topics such as property transactions, personnel, and negotiations. No votes or public decisions are scheduled.
- Executive session for legal advice on CSEA strike-related issues
- Possible discussion of property transactions, personnel, and negotiations
- Meeting is a special meeting with no public action items on the agenda
- Public can watch live stream at d11.org/TV or on local cable channels
Special Board Meeting
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a special meeting to convene into an executive session. The board intends to receive legal advice regarding Colorado Springs Education Association (CSEA) strike-related issues.
- Executive session for legal advice on Colorado Springs Education Association (CSEA) strike-related issues
Work Session
The Board will discuss 2025 Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) results and district assessment strategies, with no vote expected. They will also continue a conversation on quarterly assessment updates, focusing on curriculum effectiveness and reporting systems. Information items include District Accountability Committee handouts and subcommittee recordings.
- 2025 CMAS state assessment results and district strategies (120-minute discussion)
- Board retreat follow-up on quarterly assessment updates and accountability
- District Accountability Committee meeting handouts and notes (informational)
- DAC Accreditation Subcommittee recordings (informational)
- DAC Budget Subcommittee handouts and notes (informational)
Regular Board Meeting
The D11 Board of Education will vote to appoint a candidate to fill a vacant board director seat and administer the oath of office. The board will also vote on several committee memberships and charges for the 2025-2026 school year, including the Mill Levy Override Oversight Committee, Benefits Insurance Committee, Personnel Performance Evaluation Advisory Council, and District Accountability Committee. Consent items include personnel recommendations and resolutions on legislative liaisons and Hispanic Heritage Month.
- Appointment of candidate to vacant board director seat
- FY 2025-2026 Mill Levy Override Oversight Committee membership and charge
- FY 2025-2026 Benefits Insurance Committee membership and annual charge
- FY 2025-2026 District Personnel Performance Evaluation Advisory Council membership and charge
- FY 2025-2026 District Accountability Committee and subcommittee membership rosters and charges
Board Retreats and Other Events
This is a notice that some District 11 Board of Education Directors may attend the Ballot Order Name Lot Drawing for the 2025 Coordinated Election on September 2, 2025. The Designated Election Official will conduct the drawing to determine the order of candidates' names on the ballot. No Board business or action will be discussed or taken at this event.
- Ballot order name lot drawing for the November 4, 2025, coordinated election
- Event date: September 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM
- Location: Boardroom, 1115 N. El Paso Street, CSC 80903
- No Board business or action will be discussed or taken
Board Retreats and Other Events
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss several operational and governance topics. Key items include a review and potential adoption of revisions to student records and law enforcement policies, a board self-evaluation, meeting protocols, and setting focus areas for the 2025-26 school year.
- Policy review (60 min): Board discussion and vote needed by Sept. 3 on policies JRA/JRC (student records) and KLG (law enforcement relations) due to recent Colorado legislation.
- Board self-evaluation: Annual review of board effectiveness per operating procedures, due by end of August.
- Meeting protocols: Review of time management and procedures to ensure consistent use of meeting time.
- FY2025-26 focus: Board will refine objectives and priorities, including parent partnerships, based on assessment findings.
Board Retreats and Other Events
This is a procedural meeting where board members attend committee breakout sessions for strategic overview and discussions. No board business will be discussed or action taken. The agenda includes a strategic overview, followed by committee meetings for the DAC Accreditation Subcommittee, DAC Working Group, Mill Levy Oversight Committee, and a full DAC meeting.
- Strategic overview of the district from 5:30-6:00 p.m.
- DAC Accreditation Subcommittee meeting from 6:05-7:10 p.m.
- DAC Working Group (Training SAC Support) meeting from 6:05-7:10 p.m.
- Mill Levy Oversight Committee meeting from 6:05-8:00 p.m.
- Full DAC meeting from 7:15-8:30 p.m.
Work Session
The Board of Education will interview candidates to fill a current vacancy, with a vote required by September 3, 2025. The session also includes a review of 2024-2025 discipline data and a discussion on a potential bond ballot initiative.
- Interviews for board vacancy candidates: Lisa Czelatdko, Forrest Ecks, Amanda Huber, and Maureen Madden
- Presentation of 2024-2025 school year discipline report
- Discussion on potential bond ballot initiative and polling data
Special Board Meeting
The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is meeting to approve personnel recommendations and an intergovernmental agreement for the November 4, 2025, coordinated election. The agreement is required to place Board of Directors election questions on the ballot.
- Intergovernmental Agreement for 2025 Coordinated Election with an estimated cost of $279,826.00
- Personnel Recommendations for August 20, 2025
- Approval of August 06, 2025, Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Board Retreats and Other Events
The Board of Education is conducting an orientation meeting regarding district operations and roles. The session includes information for those interested in the current board vacancy or the November 4, 2025, election.
- District overview presented by Superintendent Michael Gaal
- Information on community engagement and Fair Campaign Practices Act
- Discussion regarding upcoming School Director elections on November 4, 2025
Board Retreats and Other Events
This is a notice that two or more District 11 Board of Education directors may attend the Colorado Springs School of Technology (CSST) ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 8, 2025. No board business will be discussed and no action will be taken at this event.
- Ribbon-cutting event for Colorado Springs School of Technology at 3650 N. Nevada Ave.
Regular Board Meeting
The board will vote to accept Director Lauren Nelson's resignation, declare a vacancy, and elect a new treasurer. It will also consider a $1.2 million contract modification for instructional coaching, a 10-year SRO agreement with CSPD, and a $500,000 transfer for strategic communications services.
- Acceptance of resignation of Director Lauren Nelson and declaration of board vacancy
- Election of new Board Treasurer
- Contract modification C2023-0058 for Instructional Empowerment: $1,214,517.68, ceiling $1,900,000
- School Resource Officer IGA G2026-0001 with CSPD: 10-year term, district pays 75%
- General Fund contingency transfer of $500,000 for strategic communications RFP
Board Retreats and Other Events
This is a notice that two or more District 11 Board of Education Directors may attend the Executive Professional Kick-Off event on August 4, 2025. The notice states that no Board business will be discussed and no Board action will be taken during the event.
- Event: District 11 Executive Professional Kick-Off - Aug 04, 2025
- Location: Mitchell High School, 1205 Potter Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
- Time: Monday, August 4, 2025, at 4:00 PM
- No Board business will be discussed or action taken
- Contact: Melisa Olsen, Board Specialist, at 719-520-2004
Board Retreats and Other Events
Two or more Board of Education Directors may attend the New Teacher Orientation and Principal Welcome Back event on August 1, 2025. No Board business will be discussed or action taken during this event.
- New Teacher Orientation and Principal Welcome Back at Tesla Professional Development
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The Board of Education will hold a work session to review informational items and discuss district operations. No formal actions or votes are required for the items on this agenda.
- Discussion of Summer 2025 Capital Projects and Energy Audit findings
- Introduction of the 25-26 Academics Team Design
- District Accountability Committee (DAC) 2024-2025 End of Year Report
- Discussion regarding a Code of Conduct for board committee members
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The D11 Board of Education will vote on two major action items: approving a new five-year charter contract with Colorado Military Academy, and joining a multi-district workers' compensation self-insurance pool. The board will first meet in closed executive session to discuss superintendent contract renewal and bond strategies. Public comments will be heard only on these action items.
- Vote on Resolution 2025-48 to approve a five-year charter contract (July 2025-June 2030) with Colorado Military Academy
- Vote to join the Joint School District Workers' Compensation Self-Insurance Pool, projected to cost $1,854,950 in FY 25-26
- Executive session to discuss superintendent evaluation, contract renewal, and bond contract strategies
- District reports difficulty hiring workers' comp claims adjusters, with performance declining from 26% above industry average to 5% below
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The Board of Education conducted a regular meeting including an executive session to discuss legal advice, personnel matters, and student discipline. The board approved personnel recommendations and appointed leadership for the District Accountability Committee.
- Appointment of Marion Clawson as Chair and Spring Byington as Vice-Chair of the District Accountability Committee for 2025–2026
- Approval of Personnel Recommendations for June 4, 2025
- Executive session discussion regarding the Superintendent's decision to expel Student A
- Executive session discussion on Board policies JBA (Preserving Fairness and Safety in Sports) and IMD (Observances, School Ceremonies, and Display of Flags)
- Approval of Resolution 2025-39, Juneteenth Holiday Observance
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The Board of Education will discuss and consider three new charter school applications: East Hills Academy (classical model), Spruce Community School (project-based learning), and Gateway for Success-Colorado Springs (credit recovery for at-risk students). Board votes on the applications are needed by June 4, 2025. The board will also receive a legislative update, review proposed policy changes on school observances and sports fairness, and discuss a new committee meeting schedule.
- Review of East Hills Academy charter application (classical education model, opening 2026-27)
- Review of Spruce Community School charter application (project-based learning, opening 2026-27)
- Review of Gateway for Success-Colorado Springs charter application (credit recovery for at-risk 9-12 graders, opening 2026-27)
- Discussion of proposed Policy IMD (Observances, School Ceremonies, and Display of Flags) and new Policy JBA (Preserving Fairness and Safety in Sports)
- Legislative report from lobbyist Amy Attwood on the 2025 session
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The Board of Education will vote on three major real estate actions: purchasing four properties near Palmer High School for up to $4.175 million, selling the Roosevelt Charter Academy site for $8.15 million, and awarding a $1.15 million contract to replace Audubon Elementary's roof. A public hearing on the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget is also scheduled.
- Purchase of four properties (219 E. St. Vrain St., 221 E. St. Vrain St., 430 N. Weber St., 429 N. Nevada Ave.) for up to $4,175,000 for Palmer High School renovations
- Sale of 205 Byron Dr. to Roosevelt Charter Academy for $8,150,000
- Contract award to Weathercraft Company for $1,149,130 to replace Audubon Elementary School roof
- Public hearing on proposed FY 2025-2026 budget
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The Board of Education conducted a special meeting on May 21, 2025. The primary purpose of the meeting was to enter an executive session to discuss the evaluation of the Superintendent.
- Executive session to discuss personnel regarding Superintendent evaluation
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The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on May 7, 2025. The board will discuss the possibility of placing a bond measure on the 2025 El Paso County Coordinated Election to address long-range facility needs. The meeting also includes an executive session to review a student expulsion decision, a presentation on a teacher academy partnership, and approval of consent items including personnel recommendations and several resolutions.
- Discussion of a potential 2025 school ballot issue/bond measure for facility needs
- Executive session to review the Superintendent's decision to expel Student A
- Presentation on the District 11 and Pikes Peak State College Teacher Academy Partnership
- Adoption of consent items including personnel recommendations and resolutions for Mental Health Awareness Month, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Better Hearing and Speech Month
- Presentation of the final draft of the Employee Handbook for 2025-26
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The board will discuss results from two D11 assessments: the 5 Essentials and STAR End of Year Benchmark testing. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is an information/discussion session. Public comments are not taken at work sessions.
- End of Year Data Review: discussion of 5 Essentials and STAR Benchmark results
- District Accountability Committee meeting handouts and notes (information only)
- DAC Accreditation Subcommittee recordings (information only)
- DAC Budget Subcommittee handouts and notes (information only)
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The D11 Board of Education will vote on two major construction contracts: a $3,008,770 athletic field house at Doherty High School funded by a private donor, and a $26.1M design-build contract for a new academic addition at Jenkins Middle School. The board will also discuss an employee handbook update and hold a closed executive session on legal considerations for a potential bond measure.
- Contract award to GH Phipps Construction for Doherty High School athletic field house, $3,008,770
- Contract modification to Bryan Construction for Jenkins Middle School academic addition, not to exceed $26.1M
- Executive session to discuss legal considerations for a potential bond measure in the 2025 Coordinated Election
- Employee handbook draft presented for informational review after incorporating board feedback
- Public comments limited to action agenda items only at this special meeting
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The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss preliminary budget development assumptions for the upcoming fiscal year, a middle school proficiency plan, design options for a new academic wing at Jenkins Middle School, and a legislative update. No votes or public comments are scheduled; the session is for information and discussion only.
- Preliminary Budget Development Assumptions (PBDA) for FY26 presented by Deputy Superintendent and Financial Services
- Middle school proficiency plan and new action proposal from Northeast Area Superintendent
- Design options for new Academic Wing at Jenkins Middle School
- Legislative report and 2025 legislative agenda update from lobbyist Amy Attwood
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The Board of Education held a special meeting to approve an upgrade of aging intercom systems across all remaining elementary and middle schools. The agenda also included updates on Jenkins Middle School, Mitchell High School's turnaround plan, and the Colorado Military Academy charter school transfer application.
- Purchase of 2,350 intercom systems for $1,809,500
- Public hearing regarding Colorado Military Academy Charter School Transfer Application
- Update on Jenkins Middle School
- Presentation of Mitchell High School turnaround transformation plan
- Discussion of amended FY24-25 budget resolution
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The Board of Education held a special meeting on April 9, 2025, to vote on several action items. They approved a $5 million transfer of Certificate of Participation funds for the first phase of repairs to the Jenkins Middle School gym and media center, and a $5,441,757 contract modification for the design-build restoration work. The board also renewed five-year charter contracts for Community Prep School and Eastlake High School, effective July 1, 2025.
- $5 million COP fund transfer approved for initial repairs at Jenkins Middle School gym and media center.
- $5,441,757 contract modification with Bryan Construction for Jenkins Middle School restoration, completion by December 23, 2025.
- Five-year charter renewal for Community Prep School, serving at-risk students ages 14-21.
- Five-year charter renewal for Eastlake High School, serving students ages 16-21 in a personalized learning environment.
- Board held a 30-minute executive session to discuss employment contracts and compensation.
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The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss a new governance policy for the Mill Levy Override Oversight Committee. The session also includes an update on the pre-construction phase and visual renderings for the Palmer High School renovation project.
- Proposed adoption of Mill Levy Override (MLO) Governance Policy
- Palmer High School Master Plan update and renderings
- District Accountability Committee (DAC) meeting handouts and notes
- District Accountability Committee (DAC) Accreditation Subcommittee recordings
- Benefits Insurance Committee meeting minutes from February 20, 2025
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The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on April 2, 2025. The board will vote on personnel recommendations and adopt resolutions recognizing Financial Literacy Month, Month of the Military Child, and National Volunteer Week. The meeting will also include a legislative update from the board's lobbyist and a performance by Palmer High School's Chamber Singers.
- Personnel recommendations for April 2, 2025, requiring board approval
- Resolution 2025-24 recognizing April as Financial Literacy Month
- Resolution 2025-26 designating April as Month of the Military Child
- Resolution 2025-27 recognizing National Volunteer Week (April 20-26, 2025)
- Legislative report and update from lobbyist Amy Attwood on the 2025 session
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The Board of Education will hold a special meeting starting with a 90-minute executive session to discuss legal advice on a February 2025 Office for Civil Rights letter regarding diversity, equity and inclusion, a recommendation for employee termination, a workers' compensation claim, employee compensation, and superintendent contract renewal. The board will reconvene in public session at approximately 5:30 pm for a superintendent's report on the temporary relocation of Jenkins Middle School. No public comments will be heard at this meeting.
- Executive session to discuss Feb. 14, 2025 OCR 'Dear Colleague Letter' on diversity, equity and inclusion
- Executive session to discuss recommendation for employee termination
- Executive session to discuss superintendent contract renewal
- Executive session to discuss workers' compensation claim and employee compensation
- Superintendent's report on temporary relocation of Jenkins Middle School and timeline for improvements
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The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education will hold a work session on March 19, 2025, to discuss a summary of community listening session poll results, a draft employee handbook from the Employee Engagement Group, and follow-up tasks from a board retreat. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for information and discussion only.
- Review of Board Listening Session summary with live polling results
- Discussion of draft Employee Handbook for 2025-26 from Employee Engagement Group
- Follow-up on tasks for Superintendent from board retreat
- Information items from District Accountability Committee subcommittees
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The Board of Education is meeting for a retreat to discuss policy, academic priorities, and administrative planning. All listed agenda items are for discussion or information.
- Discussion of policy regarding the employee handbook and learning environments
- Discussion of academic priorities and outcomes
- Review of previous retreat topics (Spring 2025 On-Ramp Work)
- Discussion of Board of Education Committees
- Discussion of meeting dates for the 2025-2026 school year calendar
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The Board of Education will vote on a consent agenda that includes adopting the 2025 Legislative Agenda, approving personnel recommendations, and recognizing March as Visual and Performing Arts in Schools Month, Read Across America, and Women's History Month. The meeting also features a legislative update from lobbyist Amy Attwood and a performance by Palmer High School's Music and Main Jazz Choir.
- Adoption of the 2025 Legislative Agenda outlining the Board's legislative positions
- Approval of Personnel Recommendations for March 5, 2025
- Resolution 2025-19 proclaiming March 2025 as Visual and Performing Arts in Schools Month
- Resolution 2025-20 endorsing Read Across America
- Resolution 2025-21 recognizing March 2025 as Women's History Month
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The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the implementation of Allovue, a student-based budgeting tool used across school sites. The session is informational, and no formal actions or votes are scheduled.
- Update on Allovue student-based budgeting tool implementation
- Review of District Accountability Committee (DAC) meeting handouts and notes
- Review of DAC Accreditation Subcommittee recordings
- Review of DAC Budget Subcommittee handouts and notes
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The Board of Education held a special meeting to approve personnel recommendations necessitated by retirement notification deadlines. The board also discussed the 2025 Legislative Agenda.
- Approval of Personnel Recommendations for February 19, 2025
- Discussion of the 2025 Legislative Agenda
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The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education is holding a special meeting with a 60-minute executive session to discuss legal advice on an employee investigation report and personnel matters related to restructuring. The board will reconvene in public session for a superintendent's update on Jenkins Middle School. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items occurring behind closed doors.
- Executive session to discuss legal advice on employee investigation report
- Executive session to discuss personnel matters related to restructuring
- Superintendent's report on Jenkins Middle School update
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The Board of Education will discuss proposed updates to D11's graduation requirements, with a board vote and policy revision needed by March 5, 2025. They will also follow up on setting a vision and goals for an employee handbook, and discuss the 2025 legislative agenda, which requires a board vote. No public comments are taken at this work session.
- Proposed update to graduation requirements (Policy IKF) – board vote needed by March 5, 2025
- Employee handbook vision and goal setting – follow-up from January 15 work session
- 2025 Legislative Agenda discussion and approval vote
- District Accountability Committee (DAC) meeting handouts and notes provided for information
- DAC Accreditation and Budget Subcommittee recordings and notes provided for information
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The Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education met to approve personnel recommendations and various administrative items. The board also designated February 2025 as both Career Technical Education Month and African American History Month.
- Approval of Personnel Recommendations for February 5, 2025
- Resolution 2025-17 designating February 2025 as Career Technical Education Month
- Resolution 2025-18 recognizing February as African American History Month
- Approval of a district-wide two-hour delay on January 30, 2025, due to inclement weather
- Presentation on the District 11 Gifted and Talented Program
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The Board of Education will discuss revisions to policies ACA, LBD, and the G/H series to align with state law, with a goal of adoption by July 2025. They will also hear an update on Summer Bridge 2025 programming, which previously relied on ESSER funding and now requires a new funding plan. Additionally, staff will present community engagement progress on the Palmer High School renovation project.
- Policy review: ACA adoption, LBD revision, and G/H series updates to meet state law deadlines
- Summer Bridge 2025 redesign and funding discussion (ESSER funding ended)
- Palmer High School renovation community engagement update
- District Accountability Committee handouts and notes provided for information only
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The Board will vote on a $138,500 General Fund Contingency Transfer to provide a $300/month dislocation stipend for Jenkins Middle School staff after the school's temporary closure. They will also affirm the Superintendent's decision to expel a student for one year, following a closed executive session on legal advice and student matters. A presentation on the 2025-2026 school year calendar will be discussed, with a vote expected by February 5.
- $138,500 budget transfer for Jenkins Middle School staff stipend
- Board to affirm expulsion of Student A for one calendar year
- Executive session on legal advice, Title IX, Policy ACA, and immigration
- 2025-2026 school year calendar review and presentation
- No public comments will be heard at this special meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board of Education will hold a work session to receive informational updates on school operations and academic performance. No formal actions or motions are scheduled for these items.
- Temporary relocation update for Jenkins Middle School
- Mid-year academic data update
- Presentation on the district's professional development system and improvement plan
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board of Education will hold a work session to set a vision and goals for developing an Employee Handbook. The session is led by district resource and talent management officials. No public comments are taken at work sessions.
- Employee Handbook Vision and Goal Setting - 45 minutes
- Board will provide direction on employee handbook development
- Presented by Chief Resource Officer, Chief of Strategy, and Talent Management Director
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board of Education will vote on selling the Roosevelt Charter Academy Elementary School site at 205 Byron Dr. to the charter school for $8,150,000. They will also vote on renewing charter applications for Eastlake High School and Community Prep High School. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss property transactions and legal advice.
- Sale of Roosevelt Charter Academy site to the school for $8,150,000
- Renewal of Eastlake High School charter application (Resolution 2025-15)
- Renewal of Community Prep High School charter application (Resolution 2025-14)
- Update on Colorado Springs School of Technology capital investment request for UCCS Cybersecurity Center
- Executive session on Roosevelt Charter Academy property and CSFD legal correspondence
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2006- 2025
The Board will enter a 120-minute executive session to discuss legal advice on employee performance evaluation and discipline processes, the student expulsion process, the employment status of Holmes Middle School teacher Jerry Wilson, and the Superintendent's mid-year evaluation. The public portion of the meeting will also include recognition of students and staff, an update on developing an Employee Handbook, and adoption of consent items including meeting minutes and a district-wide inclement weather closure policy.
- Executive session to discuss employment status of Jerry Wilson, Holmes Middle School teacher
- Executive session to discuss Superintendent's Mid-Year Evaluation
- Employee Handbook Development Update presented by Chief Resource Officer
- Designation of official posting locations for Board meeting notices for 2025
- Approval of district-wide closure due to inclement weather