El Paso County Colorado School District 49 public meetings in 2025
24 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The El Paso County School District 49 Board of Education will hold its regular meeting at Peakview Hall in Colorado Springs. The agenda is largely procedural, with approval of past meeting minutes and routine personnel matters. The board will also act on new courses for an online expulsion program, renew a charter school contract, and receive updates on charter school performance and district expansion plans.
- Approval of new HSED/GED online courses for expulsion program
- Renewal of Mountain View Academy contract
- Presentation of 2024-2025 charter school performance reports
- Approval of Pike Peak BOCES contract
- Policy review of student absence procedures
Board of Education Work Session
The board will review a proposal to refund $47 million in Certificates of Participation, replacing 5% interest with 3.53% and saving an estimated $2.47 million over the loan term. They will also discuss new courses for an online expulsion program, a Star Math performance update, a primary literacy update, and several policy revisions including access to sex-segregated facilities, bullying, and code of conduct. A resolution to approve the refunding is expected at the next regular meeting.
- Refunding of $47M Series 2015 COPs with 3.53% TIC, saving $2.47M
- Discussion of new HSED/GED courses for online expulsion program
- Proposed policy JBAA-R regulating access to sex-segregated facilities
- Proposed revisions to bullying policy JICDE and code of conduct policy JICDA
- Policy review including student absences, foreign exchange students, and foster care
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The board will vote on approving three new Language Arts courses at Patriot Applied Learning Campus, explore initial steps for eastward district expansion, and approve Unified Improvement Plans for the district and schools. A discussion item previews a resolution to refund $47 million in 2015 Certificates of Participation, projected to save $2.47 million. The meeting also includes updates on student counts, expulsion information, and a superintendent performance review.
- Approval of three new courses: Colorado Folklore, Film & Literature, and Culture & Literature at Patriot Applied Learning Campus
- Discussion of refunding $47 million in 2015 Certificates of Participation to save $2.47 million over the loan term
- Consideration of initial steps for eastward district expansion for new school programs
- Approval of District and School Unified Improvement Plans required by the Colorado Department of Education
- First read of policy JH (Student Absences and Excuses) with a minor edit requiring a doctor/therapist note for truancy
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will vote on a proposed policy (JICJ) restricting student use of cell phones and other personal electronic devices, ahead of a potential state mandate. The board will also vote on whether to approve the charter application for Honor Charter School, a Marzano Academy. Other action items include approving the student rights and responsibilities handbook, submitting a resolution to CASB, and approving a call for nominations for school director candidates.
- Vote on Policy JICJ: Student Use of Cell Phones and Other Personal Electronic Devices
- Vote on Honor Charter School, a Marzano Academy charter application
- Approval of the Waypoints Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook for 2025-2026
- Approval of a resolution for Call for Nominations for School Director Candidates
- Approval of consent agenda items including multiple personnel changes
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education approved a new employment contract for Superintendent Peter Hilts, a supplemental budget for the 2024-25 school year, and resolutions for interfund borrowing and use of beginning fund balance. The board also discussed a proposed cell phone policy for students and a new charter school application from Honor Charter School.
- Approved 2024-25 supplemental budget resolution to ensure all expenditures are properly appropriated per Colorado statute.
- Approved a new employment contract for Superintendent Peter Hilts; vote was 4-1 with Deb Schmidt opposed.
- Approved Interfund Borrowing Resolution 2024-25 to allow temporary cash flow transfers between funds.
- Discussed proposed Policy JICJ restricting student cell phone and personal electronic device use starting 2025-26 school year.
- Heard presentation from Honor Charter School (Marzano Academy) on its new charter application; vote expected July 10.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education met for a special session to discuss personnel matters pertaining to the Superintendent. The board entered an executive session to receive legal advice regarding board decisions and options related to these matters.
- Executive session pursuant to C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b & f) regarding Superintendent personnel matters
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education is approving routine consent items and action items at this regular meeting. Key decisions include renewing meal service contracts with six charter schools for the 2025-2026 school year and adopting minor policy updates on drug-free workplace and staff leaves.
- Approved renewal of Nutrition Services meal contracts with Banning Lewis Ranch Academy, Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy, Liberty Tree Academy, Mountain View Academy, Pikes Peak School of Expeditionary Learning, and Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy for 2025-2026
- Approved policy update GBEC (Alcohol and Drug-Free Workplace) to reflect current practice and reasonable suspicion guidance
- Approved policy update GBGI (Staff Leaves and Absences)
- Approved consent agenda including personnel changes for extracurricular, professional/technical, educational support, administrative, and licensed staff
- Approved minutes from April 3, April 10, and April 23, 2025 board meetings
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education met to approve employee pay schedules and student fees for the 2025-26 school year. The board also approved a new job description for a Coordinator of Student Success and established annual strategic objectives.
- Approved 2025-26 salary schedules totaling an approximate $5.398 million increase in gross base pay
- Approved a new Coordinator of Student Success position to be funded through the Medicaid in Education program
- Approved student fees for the 2025/2026 school year
- Approved the 2025-26 annual strategic objectives
- Entered executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal advice regarding the Superintendent
District-wide Wellness Advisory Council
The District-wide Wellness Advisory Council is meeting to receive updates on the Vaping Prevention Education Grant, wellness events, and staff wellness programs. Members will also discuss the results of the Spring 2025 Staff Wellness Survey, which had 606 responses. The next meeting is scheduled for Fall 2025.
- Vaping Prevention Education Grant update: K-12 curriculum review, SWAT teams, parent education nights, and tobacco policy supports
- Wellness events: D4.9K Run/Walk Sept 20, 2025; Wellness Summit Jan 31, 2025; A Family Affair April 5, 2025; Track & Field Day May 15, 2025
- Staff Wellness Survey results: 88% of D49 employees feel good about their health; 70% exercise 3 times a week; 66% feel vibrant most days
- School Health Improvement Plans submitted to BOE on April 23rd Work Meeting
- Council next steps: next meeting is Fall 2025
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board will vote on approving the enVision Math Curriculum from SAVVAS for K-8 schools in the Falcon Zone, funded by approximately $315,000 from the Zone Fund 10. The consent agenda includes approval of multiple personnel changes, including hiring, transfers, and non-renewal of probationary teachers. The meeting also includes public comment, updates from the superintendent and student representatives, and a vote on a Licensed Practical Nurse job description.
- Falcon Zone K-8 Math Adoption: Approve enVision Math Curriculum from SAVVAS, budgeted at ~$315,000 from Zone Fund 10 for a 4-year adoption at four elementary schools and Falcon Middle School.
- Consent Agenda: Matters Relating to Non-Renewal of Probationary Teachers (per C.R.S. 22-63-203(3)).
- Consent Agenda: Matters Relating to Extra Curricular, Professional/Technical, Educational Support, Administrative, and Licensed Personnel.
- Action Item: Approve job description for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- Public Comment: Guidelines for stakeholder participation, limited to 2 minutes per person.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will hear performance reports for CLDE, Gifted Education, and Special Education programs. They will also discuss new job descriptions for a Licensed Practical Nurse, a School Counselor on Special Assignment, and a Student Success Specialist for Truancy and Expulsion. A presentation on redesigning salary schedules for all employee groups and a funding update for the 2025-26 school year will be provided. Other items include a School Health Improvement Plan wellness update and a Falcon Zone math curriculum adoption.
- Performance overviews for CLDE, Gifted Education, and Special Education programs
- New job descriptions for Licensed Practical Nurse, School Counselor on Special Assignment, and Student Success Specialist for Truancy and Expulsion
- Compensation calibration: salary schedule redesign process for all employee groups
- 25-26 funding update, including preliminary revenue and expenditure changes
- Falcon Zone K-8 math curriculum adoption proposal
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will meet in a special business meeting, then enter executive session under state law to discuss a student disciplinary matter. Potential board action related to that discussion may follow before adjournment.
- Executive session for a student disciplinary matter under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(h)
- Possible board action after the closed session
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The D49 Board of Education is meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes minutes from prior meetings and multiple personnel actions, such as hiring, transfers, and non-renewal of probationary teachers. The board will also hear updates from the superintendent, student representatives, and board members, and consider approving job descriptions for Director of Building Maintenance and Director of Grounds Maintenance.
- Approval of consent agenda with personnel changes for extra-curricular, professional/technical, educational support, substitute, administrative, and licensed staff
- Non-renewal of probationary teachers per C.R.S. 22-63-203(3)
- Approval of job descriptions for Director of Building Maintenance and Director of Grounds Maintenance
- Approval of minutes from February and March 2025 board meetings
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will convene in executive session to receive legal advice on a proposed resolution regarding safety in private places. Following the closed session, the board may take action related to the matters discussed. The meeting is a special session held via Zoom.
- Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) for legal advice on proposed board resolution for safety in private places
- Potential board action after executive session, motion text to be determined
- Meeting held via Zoom from 6:30-7:30 pm
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss a resolution regarding student safety and privacy in restrooms, locker rooms, and sports. The body will also review the 2023/24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and consider reclassifying maintenance group managers to directors.
- Proposed resolution for safety and privacy for boys and girls in school settings
- Review of the 23/24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report by Hoelting & Co., Inc.
- Proposed reclassification of Group Managers for building and grounds maintenance to Director roles
- Policy updates regarding staff contracts, recruiting, and communicable diseases
- Proposed revisions to Policy AD regarding district identity, vision, mission, and philosophy
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will vote on a five-year charter renewal for Mountain View Academy, directing legal counsel to negotiate a contract with conditions set at a prior work session. The board will also vote on a proclamation recognizing April as the Month of the Military Child. Consent agenda items include approval of personnel changes across multiple categories. The meeting includes updates from the superintendent, student representatives, and Sand Creek Zone highlights.
- Vote on five-year charter renewal for Mountain View Academy
- Vote to approve Month of the Military Child proclamation for April
- Approval of personnel changes for extracurricular, professional, support, substitute, licensed, and administrative staff
- Information on student study trips requiring prior superintendent approval
- Discussion of Title Programs annual update
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will hold a special meeting via Zoom to discuss specific legal, financial, and personnel matters in executive session. The agenda includes potential board action related to the topics discussed during the closed session.
- Executive session for legal advice on employment laws and contracts
- Discussion of legal implications involving district finance
- Negotiations regarding school finance and personnel reorganization
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will discuss a proposal to create a new year-long U.S. History, Civics, and adult preparation course that would become a graduation requirement. They will also receive updates on math and primary literacy performance, a renewal for the MVA program, and a preliminary budget for the 2025-26 school year with an estimated $156 million in revenue.
- Discussion of a new U.S. History and Civics course to become a graduation requirement (currently ~29% of graduates earn a diploma without taking any U.S. History)
- Math Performance Update using Star MOY data
- Primary Literacy Performance Report with MOY DIBELS 8th data
- MVA Renewal discussion
- Preliminary Budget for 2025-26 SY with $156 million in preliminary revenue
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will vote on approving the 2025-2026 district calendar and give preliminary approval to the 2026-2027 calendar. The calendars set school session days, federal holidays, and major break dates as required by board policy.
- Approval of 2025-2026 and preliminary 2026-2027 district school calendars
- Calendars specify days schools are in session, federal holiday closures, and major break dates
District-wide Wellness Advisory Council
The District-wide Wellness Advisory Council will discuss updates on the Vaping Prevention Education Grant, including curriculum and parent education, and review the Staff Wellness Survey for potential changes. The council also receives reports on community care, family engagement, and wellness events.
- Vaping Prevention Education Grant: curriculum, Students Working Against Tobacco, parent education, and policy
- Staff Wellness Survey: review of previous questions for changes
- Wellness Co-Leader Meeting report from Feb 19, 2025
- Community Wellness Events: D4.9K Sept 28, 2024 report and upcoming Sept 20, 2025; April 5, 2025 'A Family A-Fair' at SCHS
- Family Engagement: Engage49 Initiative with website, newsletter, live events, and Community Resource Centers
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education is meeting for a planning summit to evaluate the ASPIRE '25 strategic plan and set objectives for the 2025-26 school year. The session includes discussions on district performance, financial leadership, and board governance training.
- Review of ASPIRE '25 Annual Strategic Plan Integrated Report and Evaluation
- Discussion of long-range goals (BHAGs) including a target of 74 points on the state performance framework
- Training on Colorado Open Meetings for School District Boards of Directors
- Administrative planning for long-range transportation and a strategic compensation system
- Discussion of 2025-26 strategic objectives for writing performance, middle school performance, and workforce compensation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
This is a regular Board of Education meeting with a consent agenda covering approval of prior meeting minutes and personnel changes (hiring, transfers, retirements) for extracurricular, professional/technical, educational support, substitute, and administrative staff. No substantive policy decisions, rezonings, contracts with dollar amounts, or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from Nov 14, 2024, Dec 12, 2024, Jan 16, 2025, and Jan 22, 2025 meetings
- Approval of personnel changes for extracurricular, professional/technical, educational support, substitute, and administrative staff
- Approval of Superintendent's recommendations for administrative personnel (department, program, zone, and building leaders) for 2025-26
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education will discuss the renewal of Mountain View Academy's charter contract, which expires June 30, 2025, with a recommendation for a limited renewal term. They will also consider renaming Patriot High School to Patriot Applied Learning Campus to reflect expanded grade levels and career-focused programming. Other discussion items include the Voice of the Workforce annual survey results, proposed school calendars for 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, board meeting dates, and the annual planning summit agenda. Information items cover student study trips, a superintendent spotlight, and a monthly district performance report.
- Mountain View Academy charter renewal discussion with recommendation for limited renewal term
- Proposal to rename Patriot High School to Patriot Applied Learning Campus starting 2025-2026
- Voice of the Workforce annual survey briefing with 92% employee participation
- Proposed school family calendars for 2025-2026 and preliminary 2026-2027
- Board of Education meeting dates proposed for 2025-2026 and preliminary 2026-2027
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2007- 2025
The Board of Education approved the 2024/25 amended budget and updates to school boundary and feeder patterns to accommodate land development and growth. The board also approved a new in-house HVAC technician role for nutrition services and new choir courses for Falcon High School.
- Approval of the 2024/25 Amended Budget
- Approval of Boundary and Feeder updates for district growth
- Creation of a Commercial Kitchen Appliance HVAC Tech job description
- Approval of two new beginning-level choir courses at Falcon High School
- Approval of personnel changes for substitute, licensed, extra-curricular, and educational support staff