Jeffco Public Schools public meetings in 2023
24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on December 14, 2023, with discussions on the Coal Creek Canyon charter school application, the board director district redistricting process, and an update on the Jeffco Thrives Alliance. The board will also hear public comments, including on the charter application, and consider consent agenda items such as meeting minutes. The meeting includes recognitions for schools and staff.
- Discussion of Jefferson Academy's expedited charter application for Coal Creek Canyon K-8, with a vote scheduled for January 10, 2024
- Presentation on board director district redistricting based on 2020 census data
- Update on Jeffco Thrives Alliance engagements and potential revenue opportunities
- Public comment period, including on the charter application, with a 3-minute limit per speaker
- Approval of consent agenda items 5.01 through 5.18, including meeting minutes
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting retreat on December 6, 2023, to orient new board members and review its practices. The agenda includes discussions on the Jeffco Thrives 2025 plan, the 2023 superintendent evaluation and 2023-24 goals, the board's role as a charter school authorizer, and a budget overview. The meeting is primarily a discussion session, with no formal votes expected beyond approving the agenda.
- Retreat session on new board member orientation
- Review of 2023 Superintendent Evaluation and 2023-24 Goals
- Overview of board responsibilities as charter school authorizer
- District Budget 101 presentation
- Jeffco Thrives 2025 plan discussion
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Board of Education met to certify the November 7, 2023, election results and administer oaths of office to new members. The body also conducted a reorganization to elect and appoint board officers and held study sessions regarding student opportunities and employee benefits.
- Certification of the November 7, 2023, regular biennial school board coordinated election
- Oath of Office for newly elected members Michelle Applegate and Erin Kenworthy
- Board reorganization including election of president/vice president and appointment of officers
- Study session on Monitoring Report 1.2 regarding student extracurricular and enrichment opportunities
- Study session regarding employee benefits and the Total Rewards program
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with study sessions on Gifted and Talented programming and the 2023-24 enrollment and budget update. The board will also take action on the 2023 annual superintendent evaluation and approve a consent agenda of routine items.
- Study session: Gifted and Talented programming presentation
- Study session: 2023-24 enrollment and budget update
- Action: Approve 2023 written evaluation of the superintendent
- Consent agenda: Approve minutes from October 2 and 3, 2023 public hearings
- Proclamation: National Family and School Partnership in Education Month
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a study/dialogue session to review the fourth quarter 2022-23 financial report, discuss funding for the Fletcher Miller School construction, and receive updates on health education resources and gifted programming. The board will also discuss a recommendation to surplus the former Emory elementary school site. An executive session was added to discuss a cybersecurity threat received late yesterday.
- Discussion of $35-38 million funding plan for Fletcher Miller School rebuild, including assignment of General Fund reserves
- Transfer of $23.8 million into Capital Reserve for FY24
- Review of 4th Quarter 2022-23 Financial Report with Financial Oversight Committee
- Update on 5th grade health education resource adoption, with vote scheduled for Nov 9
- Recommendation to surplus former Emory elementary school site
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Board of Education met to discuss the results of an independent financial reconciliation of capital projects. The session included a review of the finalized report from Moss Adams regarding capital revenues, expenditures, and reporting for the 2018 and 2020 Bond Funds.
- Review of Moss Adams capital fiscal reconciliation project report
- Discussion of capital revenues, commitments, and expenditures from July 1, 2018, to April 16, 2023
- Executive session regarding the superintendent's annual summative evaluation
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is deciding on the Regional Opportunities for Thriving Schools Phase II recommendation, which includes closing Coal Creek Canyon K-8 and Arvada K-8. The board also recognizes several individuals and schools, hears public comment, and approves consent agenda items including meeting minutes.
- Vote to approve closure of Coal Creek Canyon K-8 and Arvada K-8 as part of ROFTS Phase II
- Recognition of Dennison Elementary as 2023 National Blue Ribbon School
- Recognition of Golden High School student for second place in Jefferson County Public Library Teen Writing Contest
- Recognition of Tressa Riley, Hackberry Hill Elementary teacher, as September's Talented Teacher
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes from June 22, August 18, August 19, August 24, September 6, and September 14 meetings
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a study/dialogue session to discuss several items, including an update from Moss Adams on reconciling capital project finances, a legislative update on Proposition HH, and monitoring reports on school safety and student support. The board will also review the District Unified Improvement Plan and receive an update on the Regional Opportunities for Thriving Schools Phase II initiative.
- Moss Adams update on capital project reconciliation for past 5.5 years
- Discussion of Proposition HH and potential legislative endorsement
- Monitoring report on school safety (EL-11)
- Monitoring reports on student support (Ends 3.1 and 3.3)
- Review of Unified Improvement Plans for 9 schools rated 'Priority Improvement'
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a public hearing to receive community comments on the recommendation to close Arvada K-8. The hearing is limited to one hour, with each speaker given three minutes, and the first seven spots reserved for current staff and families. The board will not respond to comments during the hearing. This is a procedural step before any final vote on the closure.
- Public hearing for Arvada K-8 closure recommendation
- Location: Arvada High School Library, 7951 W 65th Ave, Arvada, CO 80004
- One-hour hearing, 3 minutes per speaker, 15 speakers estimated
- First 7 speaking spots reserved for current staff and families
- Written comments will be shared with all board members
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a one-hour public hearing to receive comments on the recommendation to close Coal Creek Canyon K-8. The board will not respond to comments during the hearing. This is part of the process before a vote on the school's closure.
- Public hearing for Coal Creek Canyon K-8 closure recommendation
- Location: 11719 Ranch Elsie Rd, Golden, CO 80403
- 3-minute speaking limit per person, up to 15 speakers
- First 7 speaking spots reserved for current staff and families
- Written comments will be shared with all board members
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on September 26, 2023, via videoconference. The board approved a single action item: increasing the contract with AMN Healthcare by up to $2,000,000 for licensed special education staff. The meeting was brief and focused solely on this contract amendment.
- Approved contract amendment with AMN Healthcare for up to $2,000,000 for special education staffing
- Contract covers licensed staff including OTs, PTs, SLPs, psychologists, social workers, behavior analysts, nurses, and teletherapists
- Funding is allowable under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with an executive session, recognitions, public comment, and study sessions. Key discussions include an update on the property disposition process for shuttered schools and a boundary study analyzing enrollment trends. The board will also consider consent agenda items including proclamations and minutes.
- Executive session to discuss purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of district property interests
- Study session: Property Disposition Process Update - ROFTS Resolution 3I (former Allendale and Zerger elementary sites)
- Study session: Boundary Study Update by FLO Analytics on enrollment trends and boundary alignment
- Consent agenda includes proclamations for National Attendance Awareness Month and International Literacy Day
- Recognition of Student Services Suicide Prevention and Crisis Recovery Team
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special study/dialogue session. They will convene in executive session to receive legal advice regarding participation in multi-district social media litigation. In open session, they will discuss monitoring reports on student data use and academic growth, a bond reconciliation project by Moss Adams, and the 2023-24 charter renewal process.
- Executive session for legal advice on multi-district social media litigation
- Discussion of Moss Adams bond reconciliation project for capital improvement program
- Monitoring report on student data use to drive decision making (Board End 2.3)
- Monitoring report on academic growth using body of evidence (Board End 1.1)
- Charter renewal process for Jefferson Academy and Two Roads Charter School
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special study/dialogue session to discuss and act on several items. They will review a monitoring report on equity in policy and budget decisions, vote on a tentative agreement with support staff union JESPA, discuss Phase II of the Regional Opportunities for Thriving Schools initiative including potential K-8 and middle school consolidations, receive an update on federal ESSER III grant spending, and explore sustainable education options for Coal Creek Canyon.
- Resolution to approve JESPA tentative agreement: new wage schedule, 2.5% longevity increases, $0.40 added to $1.00 steps, $20 additional district contribution to medical coverage ($10 more from Jan 2024)
- Discussion of ROFTS Phase II: landscape analysis of Alternative Education Campuses, consolidation recommendations for K-8 and middle schools based on enrollment or state accountability
- ESSER III update: $68.2M federal grant, $6.9M to charter schools, $61.3M for district programs through 2023-24
- Exploration of a charter school option for Coal Creek Canyon community
- Monitoring report on Board End 3.2: policy, budget, and curriculum decisions reflecting student diversity
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting and retreat session on August 19, 2023. The board will review its practices, check on the ROFTS Phase I resolution, discuss community engagement and communications, and set priorities for the coming year. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Retreat day 2: overview, debrief, dialogue, and set up for coming year
- ROFTS Phase I resolution check-in
- Board community engagement and communications discussion
- Board priority setting and transition planning
- Agenda approval motion carried unanimously
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting and retreat session on August 18, 2023. The board will review its practices, discuss policy updates, revenue generation, and set up the coming year. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Retreat Day 1: Overview, Debrief, Dialogue, Set Up Coming Year (6-hour session)
- Discussion topics include EL-04 Communication & Counsel to the Board, Policy Updates, Revenue Generation & Coordination
- Guest presenter: Matt Cook, Director of Public Policy and Advocacy, CASB
- Agenda approval motion carried 4-0
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with several action items. The board will vote on resolutions to deny charter applications from the Alexandria School of Innovation and John Dewey Institute, and to approve the closure of Moore Middle School and reconfiguration of Pomona to a 6-12 school. The board will also consider approving negotiated agreements with employee associations. The meeting includes recognitions, public comment, and reports from the superintendent and board members.
- Vote to deny charter applications for Alexandria School of Innovation and John Dewey Institute (motion carried)
- Vote to approve resolution to close Moore Middle School at end of 2023-24 and reconfigure Pomona to 6-12 in 2024-25 (motion carried)
- Vote to approve negotiated agreements with Jefferson County associations (motion carried)
- Executive session for legal advice on district property disposition and charter applications
- Recognition of Transportation Services area directors for bus route redesign
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a study/dialogue session to discuss several items ahead of a June 22, 2023 vote. Key topics include a recommendation to close Moore Middle School and reconfigure Pomona High School to serve grades 6-12, a monitoring report on community engagement, a draft resolution on family partnerships, charter school applications, a construction update for Fletcher Miller School, and the FY24 budget. The board will also receive public input on the proposed budget before its adoption vote.
- Recommendation to close Moore Middle School at end of 2023-24 and reconfigure Pomona to grades 6-12 in 2024-25
- Discussion of monitoring report on Board End 2.2: staff engagement with community resources
- Draft resolution to strengthen partnerships with Jeffco families
- Review of charter applications for Alexandria School of Innovation and John Dewey Institute, with DAC recommendations
- FY24 budget updates and public comment opportunity before adoption vote on June 22
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a one-hour public hearing to receive comments on the proposed reconfiguration of Pomona High School and closure of Moore Middle School. The meeting begins at 5 p.m. in the Pomona High School Library. Speakers have 3 minutes each, with the first 7 spots reserved for current staff and families of the school recommended for closure. The board will not respond to comments during the hearing.
- Public hearing on Pomona H.S. reconfiguration and Moore M.S. closure
- Location: Pomona High School Library, 8101 W Pomona Drive, Arvada, CO 80005
- 3-minute speaking limit, estimated 15 speakers, 1-hour session
- First 7 speaking spots reserved for current staff and families of the school recommended for closure
- Written comments shared with all board members
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a study session to review the district's second-quarter financial report, discuss legislative updates, and consider surplus declarations for the former Allendale and Zerger elementary school sites. They will also review the renewal of Doral Academy's charter, which is on the consent agenda for approval. The meeting includes public comment and recognition of students and staff.
- Second Quarter 2022-23 Financial Report Review
- Property Surplus - Allendale and Zerger elementary school sites
- Doral Academy charter renewal review and consent agenda approval
- Contract Award: Northwest Evaluation Association (NWEA) MAP
- Benefit Plan Renewals and Contract Approvals for 2023/2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a study session on the legislative update and Phase I Regional Opportunities for Thriving Schools CIP projects, which detail expected expenditures and timelines related to the 2022 decision to close 15 schools. The board will also consider a consent agenda with routine items including minutes, monitoring reports, and several proclamations.
- Study session on Phase I Regional Opportunities for Thriving Schools CIP projects, including transition plans for relocated special education and preschool programs
- Legislative update from Ed Bowditch of Bowditch & Cassell Public Affairs on state/federal activities
- Approval of minutes from January 11 and January 19, 2023 meetings
- Proclamations for National School Counseling Week, Black History Month, Career and Technical Education Month, School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, and School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
- Public comment period up to one hour on any topic
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a study/dialogue session to discuss several items, including a monitoring report on student academic growth (End 1.1), an update on the 2022-23 district calendar, the annual report from the Jefferson County Education Association (JCEA), upcoming charter school renewals, and the 2023-24 budget development timeline and Title I allocations. No formal votes are scheduled; decisions on these items are expected at the February 9 board meeting.
- Monitoring report on Board End 1.1: student academic growth using classroom and standardized assessments
- Update on 2022-23 district calendar, including adjustments after August 2022 contract negotiations
- Annual report from Jefferson County Education Association (JCEA)
- Charter school renewals for Compass Montessori, Excel Academy, and Woodrow Wilson
- 2023-24 budget development timeline and Title I school-level allocations update
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education will hold a study session to receive a mid-year budget update and proposed revision for the 2022-23 fiscal year, including state forecast, budget assumptions, reduction decisions, and reserve spend-down. The board will also consider a consent agenda with routine approvals, including personnel actions and a contract for Chrome devices. Public comment is scheduled for up to one hour on any topic.
- 2022-23 mid-year budget update and proposed revision (discussion)
- Contract with Vivacity Tech for Chrome devices, Google Management Licenses, and accessories, initial estimated $6,250,000
- Approval of minutes for December 7 and December 15, 2022 meetings
- Employment of 14 classified positions; resignations/terminations of 4 administrative, 12 licensed, 41 classified staff
- Administrative appointments: 6 offered, 14 transfers recommended
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Jeffco Public Schools Board of Education is holding a study/dialogue session to discuss monitoring reports on student life skills and evidence-based instruction, a proposed state accountability position, legislative priorities, and a process for disposing of shuttered school buildings. The board will also review proposed governance policy changes. No formal votes are scheduled; these items are for discussion before the regular meeting on January 19, 2023.
- Discussion of Board End 1.4 monitoring report on life skills and post-graduation readiness
- Discussion of Board End 1.3 monitoring report on evidence-based instructional materials
- Presentation on DASSC proposal for state accountability system changes
- Discussion of 2023 legislative priorities for state and federal sessions
- Update on ROFTS Resolution 3I: process for disposing of un- or under-utilized school properties