Paradise Valley Unified School District public meetings in 2021
31 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss several informational items, including the selection of the 2022 board president and president pro-tem, a budget update, and the repurposing of district facilities. They will also receive updates on Project Momentum and strategic planning, and review board policies on agendas and public participation. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.
- Discussion of Board President and President pro-tem positions for 2022
- Budget update presented by Assistant Superintendent of Business Operations
- Update on repurposing district facilities
- Strategic Planning update
- Review of Governing Board Policies BEDB (Agenda) and BEDH (Public Participation)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its ninth regular meeting, covering routine approvals, a public hearing on the FY 2021-22 budget revision, and several personnel and contract actions. The board will also recognize the 2021 AIA 5A Girls Volleyball State Champions and the PVSEA ESP of the Month.
- Public hearing and approval of FY 2021-22 Annual Budget Revision #1
- Renewal of Contract 18-001 with KR Staffing Group for temporary nutrition staffing, $500,000
- Renewal of Contract 19-02PV for furniture products and services, $650,000
- Non-renewal of Principal Linda Ihnat's contract at Horizon High School for 2022-23
- Approval of revised Pinnacle HS choir field trip to Anaheim, CA (April 1-3, 2022)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will vote on consent agenda items including a $10 million technology and audio visual solutions contract, a $391,802.11 vehicle purchase, and several contract renewals. The board will also consider personnel actions, field trips, and other routine approvals. Public comments are accepted via an online form until noon on the meeting day.
- Award RFP 22-02PV for Technology and Audio Visual Solutions, estimated $10,000,000
- Purchase of various vehicles from Sanderson Ford via state contract ADSP017-166123, $391,802.11
- Renew Contract 18-07PV for hardwood gym floor products/services, Year 5 of 5, $200,000
- Renew Contract 21-009 for Positive Behavior Youth Development Programs, Year 2 of 5, $150,000
- Renew contracts 19-04PV, 19-18PV, 20-009 (staff development, locks/door hardware, IT services) totaling $500,000
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to consider several personnel actions, contract renewals, and student travel requests. The agenda includes approving various elementary and secondary field trips, renewing multiple service contracts, and ratifying the annual financial report for fiscal year 2020-21.
- Renewal of staff development contract (19-04PV) for up to $500,000.00
- Purchase of turf tracks and courts via contract 19-17PV for $698,148.00
- Approval of elementary field trips to California and Washington, D.C.
- Awarding RFP 22-01PV for science and laboratory supplies up to $150,000.00
- Ratification of the Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2020-21
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding its sixth regular meeting of the 108th year. The board will consider consent agenda items including personnel actions, field trips, a $600,000 janitorial contract renewal, and a $15,000 gifted testing contract. They will also discuss first readings of proposed high school course changes, an update on bond and budget override expenditures, and a presentation on 2021 summer construction projects.
- Renew Contract 19-01PV for janitorial supplies, equipment, and services — Year 4 of 5, $600,000
- Award IFB 22-012 to Multi-Health Systems, Inc. for online gifted identification tests — $15,000
- Approve elementary field trips to Catalina Island Marine Institute (Desert Shadows ES, Larkspur ES)
- First reading of proposed new courses and revisions for 2022-2023 High School Course Catalog
- Update on bond and budget override programs and capital improvement projects (per ARS §15-491 and §15-481)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a study session with presentations on strategic planning and student achievement. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational updates and procedural items.
- Strategic Planning Update presented by Dr. Steven Jeras
- Student Achievement and Assessment presented by Dr. Dan Courson and Jean Koeppen
- Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, Adjournment
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its fifth regular meeting of the 108th year. The board will vote on a proposed Arizona School Boards Association bylaw change to create a permanent seat for Hispanic and Native American representation, and will also approve the Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2020-21. Several consent agenda items include personnel actions, field trips, travel requests, and contract renewals.
- Vote on ASBA bylaw change to create a permanent Hispanic-Native American seat on the ASBA Board of Directors
- Approval of Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2020-21
- Renewal of Contract 18-02PV (Employee Background Screening, $30,000) and Contract 20-017 (HVACR Parts and Supplies, $150,000)
- Approval of elementary field trips to Catalina Island Marine Institute for Fireside ES and Whispering Wind Academy
- Approval of travel to NAGC conference in Denver for gifted education staff
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is reviewing several items including a $7,108,315 construction contract for the Pinnacle High School Performing Arts Center. The board is also considering a grant agreement with the Arizona Office of the Governor to use American Rescue Plan Act funds for Project Momentum.
- $7,108,315 GMP #1 for Pinnacle High School Performing Arts Center Renovations
- Grant Agreement with AZ Office of the Governor for ARPA Project Momentum funds
- Renewal of contract 19-17PV for surfaces ($200,000) and 20-012 for apparel ($300,000)
- Purchase of Web Content Management System via contract 21-11PV ($153,000)
- Adoption of K-12 Performing Arts curriculum resources
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is meeting to approve various administrative and personnel actions. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding the instructional time model for Sweetwater Community School K-12 and Roadrunner Discovery.
- Approval of non-administrative certified and education support professional personnel actions
- Approval of secondary field trip requests, including a Pinnacle HS Choir trip to Anaheim, CA
- Appointment of hearing officers for student discipline hearings for the 2021-2022 school year
- Awarding of RFQ 21-09PV for engineering services
- Ratification of district vouchers
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is reviewing several personnel actions, policy revisions, and curriculum adoptions. The agenda includes authorizing litigation against JUUL Labs, Inc. and approving multiple high-value service contracts.
- Authorization of legal agreement with three law firms to initiate litigation against JUUL Labs, Inc.
- Approval of RFP 21-11PV for Web Content and Mass Notification Systems up to $200,000.0
- Renewal of contract 19-16PV for Building Management/Automation Systems estimated at $2,000,000
- Approval of annual use of Private Day Schools with an estimated amount of $5,000,000
- Adoption of K-8 Social Studies curriculum resources for the 2021-2022 school year
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially direct its attorney regarding contemplated litigation against JUUL. The board will enter executive session for legal advice, then reconvene to give direction to the district attorney.
- Executive session under A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(3) and (A)(4) for legal advice on litigation against JUUL
- Action item to provide direction to District attorney Jennifer MacLennan regarding JUUL litigation
- Meeting limited to 75 attendees in the Governing Board room due to COVID-19 mitigation
- Meeting streamed via YouTube for public access
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding its regular meeting to approve consent agenda items, including contracts, personnel actions, and a lease with Challenger Learning Center. The board will also vote on a $2.5 million guaranteed maximum price for Palomino Primary School renovation demolition and hold a public hearing on a proposed property tax increase before adopting the FY2022 budget.
- Approve $2,539,132 GMP #1 for Palomino Primary School renovations demolition (McCarthy Building Companies)
- Public hearing and approval of FY2022 budget with primary property tax increase notice
- Award $750,000 charter bus services contract (RFP 22-002)
- Renew contracts: refuse/recycling ($280,000), Canon printers ($600,000), E-Rate ($2,000,000), athletic trainer ($152,000)
- Approve purchases: $239,734 building controls at Desert Cove Elementary, $168,417 track resurfacing at North Canyon High School
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a retreat to discuss board norms, self-evaluation results, and meeting protocols, followed by team-building topics like superintendent evaluation timelines and communication. The afternoon focuses on superintendent goals and strategic planning. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda is discussion-only.
- Board self-evaluation discussion based on member responses
- Timelines for superintendent evaluation instrument and performance-based pay
- Communication protocols discussion
- Superintendent's goals and strategic planning sessions
- Held at District Administrative Center, 15002 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will vote on consent agenda items including contracts, personnel actions, and a vaccine partnership with Maricopa County. They will also consider administrative hires and a policy revision on public complaints about personnel.
- Approve $238,293 for Google Cloud services via SHI International
- Approve $563,100 for Hye Tech Network & Security Solutions
- Approve $849,671 for Pinnacle HS Performing Arts Center renovations
- Approve $1,050,000 flooring contract renewal
- Approve Resolution No. 501 with Maricopa County for vaccines
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on May 13, 2021, to consider consent agenda items including personnel actions, contracts, and resolutions. Notable actions include approving a $848,063 roof replacement at Shadow Mountain High School, a $262,882 software licensing contract, and renewals for produce, special education, and custodial services totaling over $7 million. The board will also discuss legislative priorities for the Arizona School Boards Association and appoint delegates.
- Roof replacement at Shadow Mountain High School for $848,063
- Software licensing and support services from Hye Tech Network for $262,882
- Renewal of custodial, grounds, and maintenance contract for $6,058,097
- Intergovernmental agreement with City of Phoenix for 16 school resource officers
- Resolution to reconfigure Roadrunner from K-6 to K-12
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is reviewing several high-value contracts, including a $3,758,874 bid for exterior weatherization at three schools. The meeting also includes discussions on K-8 Social Studies curriculum adoption and the approval of multiple personnel and bargaining agreement updates.
- $3,758,874 bid for exterior weatherization at Eagle Ridge Elementary, Paradise and Pinnacle High Schools
- Renewal of $5.5 million contract for employee staffing and leaseback
- Approval of $1,797,712 for Star Tech Upgrades Phase 1 at Paradise Valley High School
- First reading of recommended K-8 Social Studies curriculum resources
- Approval of various bargaining agreements for PVSEA, PVEA, ESS, PVP, COA, and Cabinet
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a study session to discuss and receive information on several items, including an update and recommendations from the M&O Override Committee, virtual learning options for 2021-2022, and potential legislative priorities for the Arizona School Boards Association. The board will also consider delegates for the ASBA Delegate Assembly. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.
- M&O Override Committee update and recommendations
- Virtual learning options for 2021-2022
- ASBA Legislative Committee 2022 political agenda priorities
- Delegates to ASBA 2021 Delegate Assembly and annual business meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will vote on the contract for Dr. Troy J. Bales as superintendent, effective July 1, 2021, and on several consent agenda items including personnel actions, evaluation systems, and multiple contracts. The board will also discuss revisions to the Parent Student Handbook for 2021-2022 in a first reading and hear a legislative update. The meeting is held with COVID-19 safety measures, including a 50-person limit and mask requirement.
- Approve contract for Dr. Troy J. Bales as superintendent, effective July 1, 2021
- Purchase from existing contracts: $2,649,717 for classroom furniture at Horizon, North Canyon, Shadow Mountain high schools; $442,844 for security services; $365,119 for Eagle Ridge Elementary renovations; $170,263 for camera upgrades
- Renew contracts including $9,000,000 for general construction services and $3,000,000 for mechanical services
- Award $100,000 fleet fueling services contract to Pioneer Distributing
- First reading of 2021-2022 Parent Student Handbook revisions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting primarily to decide whether to enter executive session to obtain legal advice and provide direction to the attorney regarding contract terms and negotiations with the superintendent-elect. The meeting is open to the public but limited to 50 attendees, with masks required and a live stream available. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with items for call to order, pledge, roll call, reconvening, and adjournment.
- Executive session for legal advice on superintendent-elect contract negotiations (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3)(4))
- Direction to attorney regarding contract terms with superintendent-elect
- Meeting held at Governing Board Room, 15002 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Public attendance limited to 50 people; masks required
- Live stream via YouTube
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to decide whether to enter executive session to discuss the superintendent search process and finalize interview questions. After the closed session, the board will reconvene to give direction to the search consultant, Ray & Associates. The meeting is largely procedural, with the substantive discussion occurring in executive session.
- Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1) to discuss superintendent search process/timeline
- Finalizing questions for final interviews for PVSchools Superintendent position
- Direction to consultant Ray & Associates on search process and interview questions
- Meeting held at District Administrative Center, 15002 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
- COVID-19 mitigation: 50-person limit and mask requirement
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting, considering consent agenda items including personnel actions, a $150,000 pest control contract, and multiple construction and service purchases totaling over $3.9 million. The board will also vote on a second reading of the PreK-12 Literature List Recommendations, a memorandum of understanding with Teen Lifeline Inc., and acceptance of gifts and donations. The meeting will be held with COVID-19 safety measures, including a 50-person limit and mask requirement.
- Award RFP 21-011 for Integrated Pest Management to City Wide Pest Control, Inc. for $150,000
- Approve purchases from current PV contracts: painting at Mountain Trail Middle School ($218,450), generator upgrades at Hidden Hills and Sunset Canyon Elementary ($508,250), irrigation control at Desert Shadows Middle School ($295,394), flooring at North Canyon High School ($331,082), building control upgrades at Desert Springs Preparatory and Sweetwater Community School ($472,411), furniture for Roadrunner School ($400,000)
- Approve purchases from cooperative contracts: parking lot renovation at Desert Shadows Middle School ($271,847), architectural services for Palomino Primary Campus renovations ($791,000), architectural services for Pinnacle High School Performing Arts Center renovations ($545,500)
- Approve Resolution No. 495, Memorandum of Understanding with Teen Lifeline Inc. for student social-emotional needs
- Approve PreK-12 Literature List Recommendations (second reading)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to decide whether to enter an executive session to discuss the superintendent search process and screen applications. If approved, the board will also provide direction to its consultant, Ray & Associates, on the candidate interview process. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed on YouTube, with COVID-19 safety measures in place.
- Call for executive session under A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(1) to discuss superintendent search and screen applicants
- Action item to provide direction to consultant Ray & Associates on candidate interview process
- Meeting held at District Administrative Center, 15002 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Public attendance limited to 50 people; masks required; live stream on YouTube
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Governing Board will hold a study session to review the Project Search program and receive a budget update. The session also includes information regarding DAA Restoration and a report from the M & O Override Committee.
- Overview of the Project Search program
- Budget and DAA Restoration update
- M & O Override Committee recommendation report
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to decide whether to enter executive session to discuss the superintendent search process and timeline. If approved, the board will then reconvene to give direction to the consultant, Ray & Associates, based on those discussions. The meeting is open to the public but limited to 50 attendees due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Call for executive session under A.R.S. § 38-431.03.A(1) to discuss superintendent search
- Direction to consultant Ray & Associates on search process and timeline
- Meeting limited to 50 attendees per Governor's Executive Order 2020-52
- Face masks required on district property
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting, considering consent agenda items and several action items. Key decisions include approving new principals for four elementary schools, a new memorandum of understanding with the teachers' association for 2021-22, and a $286,762 contract for parking lot renovations at Sunset Canyon Elementary School. The board will also discuss a first reading of PreK-12 literature list recommendations and hold an executive session on employee negotiations.
- Approve $286,762 parking lot renovation at Sunset Canyon Elementary School with Ace Asphalt of Arizona, Inc.
- Approve new principals for Desert Shadows, Indian Bend, Liberty, and Sunset Canyon Elementary Schools
- Approve new MOU to the Certified Bargaining Agreement with PVEA for 2021-22
- Approve COBRA, health, life, dental, vision, FSA, and short-term disability insurance providers and premiums for 2021-2022
- First reading of PreK-12 Literature List Recommendations
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting with an executive session. Key actions include approving a $22.12 million bond issuance for school improvements, awarding contracts for construction and renovations, and discussing the return to in-person learning. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and a call to the public.
- Resolution No. 494 authorizing up to $22,120,000 in School Improvement Bonds, Project of 2015, Series E (2021)
- Award IFB 20-018 for exterior weatherization at Horizon High School ($2,469,000) and Explorer Middle School ($503,276)
- Purchase from contracts: $795,000 for furniture at Sky Crossing Elementary School and $974,224.07 for parking lot renovations at Horizon High, Cactus View Elementary, and Desert Shadows Elementary
- Ratification of vouchers and acceptance of Student Activities Fund Financial Report as of January 31, 2021
- Executive session to review Acting Superintendent's employment performance and goals
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board is holding a virtual special meeting to discuss the superintendent search. They will review survey information and provide direction to the consultant, Ray & Associates, regarding the superintendent profile and search flyer. The meeting is procedural and includes standard opening and adjournment items.
- Discussion of Superintendent Profile Information and Superintendent Search survey
- Direction to consultant Ray & Associates on superintendent profile and search flyer
- Virtual meeting due to COVID-19, accessible via YouTube
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a virtual regular meeting on February 4, 2021. The board will consider approving revised benchmarks and data points for determining school closures and reopenings, as well as the name, mascot, and colors for the new Elementary No. 33. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and various personnel actions, including the retirement of Director Natalie Wilcox. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss negotiations with employee groups.
- Vote to revise September 18, 2020 Amended Reopening Criteria and adopt new benchmarks for school closure/opening
- Approval of name, mascot, and colors for Elementary No. 33
- Approval of administrative employee employment actions, including Assistant Superintendent of Business Operations
- Ratification of vouchers and acceptance of gifts and donations
- Executive session on negotiations with employee groups per A.R.S. § 38-431.03.A(5)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board held a virtual regular meeting due to COVID-19. The board approved consent agenda items including personnel actions, contract renewals and awards, and a superintendent search re-engagement. Public comments were accepted via an online form but not read during the meeting.
- Renewed painting services contract 18-11PV for one year at $1,500,000
- Awarded fiber optic network contract 18-15PV to CORE Construction for $208,942
- Awarded medical and safety supplies contract RFP 21-05PV for $190,000
- Approved re-engaging Ray & Associates for superintendent search at no cost except expenses
- Accepted resignations of two administrative employees effective June 30, 2021
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold a virtual study session to discuss the superintendent search process and hear a presentation on student learning modalities and future in-person learning phase-in options. The meeting is procedural in nature, with no votes scheduled.
- Discussion of superintendent search process
- Presentation on student learning modalities and in-person phase-in options
- Virtual meeting due to COVID-19, public access via YouTube
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2015- 2025
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board will hold its annual reorganization meeting, electing a board president and president pro tem, and appointing signatories. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including personnel actions, a student activities fund report, and contracts totaling $750,241 for vehicles and monitoring systems. Additionally, they will consider extending COVID-19 paid sick leave benefits through December 31, 2021.
- Nomination and election of 2021 Board President
- Approval of contracts for various vehicles ($551,591) and vehicle monitoring systems ($198,650)
- Continuation of FFCRA-like paid sick leave (up to 80 hours) for COVID-19 through Dec 31, 2021
- Approval of Resolution No. 493 to ratify vouchers
- Acceptance of gifts and donations report