Scottsdale Unified School District public meetings in 2024
18 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting and executive session on December 10, 2024, at Coronado High School. The board will discuss an assessment and accountability update, including official spring 2024 AASA scores and national assessment results. The consent agenda includes acceptance of $85,891.30 in gifts and approval of accounts payable vouchers. The executive session will include discussion of the superintendent's mid-year evaluation.
- Assessment and Accountability Update on spring 2024 AASA scores and national assessment results
- Acceptance of gifts totaling $85,891.30 from various donors including Cherokee APT ($50,000) and Northern Arizona University ($25,000)
- Approval of accounts payable vouchers (630 Bond Fund) totaling $31,872.98 processed October 30 through November 14, 2024
- Approval of accounts payable vouchers processed October 30 through November 14, 2024 from various funds
- Executive session discussion of Superintendent Dr. Scott A. Menzel's mid-year evaluation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Governing Board will receive presentations from the 2024-2025 Student Advisory Board and updates on the Native American Education Program. The board will also review Spring 2024 AASA scores and a first read of Policy GCF regarding professional staff hiring.
- Presentation from Student Advisory Board representing five high schools and Scottsdale Online Learning
- Update on Native American Education Program services funded by Title VI and Johnson O’Malley Grants
- Review of official Spring 2024 AASA scores and national assessment results
- First read of Governing Board Policy GCF regarding professional staff hiring and criminal disclosure requirements per A.R.S. § 15-509
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on several items. Key actions include approving a proposed Sex Education/Human Growth and Development course of study, updating board member qualifications policy to bar sex offenders, and revising bidding/purchasing procedures. The board will also receive updates on employee associations, override and bond expenditures, and a first read on suicide prevention policy and the high school planning guide.
- Approval of Sex Ed/HGD Proposed Course of Study with a 7-year budget impact of $54,113.25
- Second read and approval of Governing Board Policy BBBA re Board Member Qualifications (barring sex offenders)
- Second read and approval of Governing Board Policy DJE re Bidding/Purchasing Procedures (delegation threshold kept at $100,000)
- M&O Override, District Additional Assistance Override, and Bond Fiscal Year 2024 Report (total financial impact $45,893,138)
- First read of High School Planning Guide for 2025-2026, including new courses like AP Human Geography and Fire Science
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board is holding a regular meeting and public hearing on October 1, 2024, at Coronado High School. The main item is the second public hearing on the proposed sex education/Human Growth and Development course of study, with a possible board action planned for October 22. The board will also receive an update on transportation services and a first read of a policy on board member qualifications.
- Second public hearing on sex education course of study (Choosing the Best resource)
- Public comment period for sex ed course open until October 15
- SUSD Transportation Update including staffing and contracted services
- First read of Governing Board Policy BBBA on Board Member Qualifications
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board will vote on consent agenda items including acceptance of $201,076.64 in gifts and approval of bond fund accounts payable vouchers. The meeting also includes public comment periods and procedural items.
- Acceptance of $201,076.64 in gifts, including $100,000 from Cochise APT for salaries and $37,050 from Chaparral Firebird Football Foundation for football
- Approval of $461,195.47 in bond fund accounts payable vouchers processed July 22–August 14, 2024 (FY25)
- Approval of $117,019.72 in bond fund accounts payable vouchers processed July 24–August 7, 2024 (FY24)
- Approval of $3,106,106.82 in accounts payable vouchers processed July 22–August 21, 2024 (FY25)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting and public hearing on August 20, 2024, primarily to receive public input on a proposed sex education/Human Growth and Development course of study. The board will also vote on several action items, including adopting a policy on booster organizations, approving a utility easement for Cocopah Middle School, and awarding contracts for event security and vehicle purchases.
- Public hearing on proposed sex education course of study; 60-day public comment period runs August 15 – October 15; second read planned for October 22
- Second read and approval of Policy KJA on relations with booster organizations (approved 5-0)
- Approval of APS utility easement for Cocopah Middle School solar project (approved 5-0)
- Award of RFP 25005 for event security services to Pride Group, LLC, estimated annual cost $75,000 (approved 4-0)
- Approval to purchase two Transit Cargo Vans ($58,222.26 each) and one F350 Super Duty ($69,102.52) from Peoria Ford, total $185,547.04
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting and executive session on August 6, 2024, at Coronado High School. The agenda includes public comment procedures, recognitions, superintendent's comments, and consent agenda items requiring board action. The most consequential items are the acceptance of $343,632.43 in donations to various schools and approval of accounts payable vouchers totaling $1,185,357.83 from the 630 Bond Fund.
- Acceptance of gifts totaling $343,632.43, including $104,413.65 from Hopi PTA for salaries and $50,000 from Cherokee APT for instructional aides
- Approval of $1,185,357.83 in bond fund accounts payable vouchers, including $508,970.01 to Core Construction of Arizona and $460,520.00 to A & H Painting
- Public comments limited to 2 minutes per speaker, with potential restrictions per Board Policy BEDH
- Board may change agenda order or convene in executive session for legal consultation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board held a special meeting and public hearing on June 25, 2024, to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 expenditure budget of $437,700,168.82. The board also approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Phoenix for two school resource officers, authorized a walk-in freezer/cooler purchase for Oak Campus, and approved a fresh produce vendor award. One action item, approving a 1GPA contract for automated accounts payable services, failed in a 4-0 vote despite the motion being recorded as approved.
- Adopted FY 2024-2025 expenditure budget totaling $437,700,168.82
- Approved IGA with City of Phoenix for two SROs at Ingleside Middle School and Arcadia High School, costing $339,914
- Authorized $185,209.74 for walk-in freezer/cooler at Oak Campus for Nutrition Services
- Approved RFP 25001 for fresh produce with vendors, valid through June 30, 2025, renewable for four additional years
- Failed to approve 1GPA contract with Commerce Bank for automated accounts payable services (motion failed 4-0)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on June 11, 2024, at Coronado High School. The agenda includes public comment procedures, recognitions, and a consent agenda with financial approvals. Key items include accepting $432,407.19 in gifts and approving accounts payable vouchers, including $759,266.95 from the bond fund.
- Acceptance of gifts totaling $432,407.19, including $135,000 from Kiva PTO for aides and $20,000 from Fortune Family Trust for scholarships
- Approval of $759,266.95 in bond fund accounts payable vouchers (May 1-22, 2024), including $621,239.40 to Core Construction of Arizona
- Approval of accounts payable vouchers from various funds (May 1-22, 2024)
- Public comments limited to 2 minutes per speaker, with possible restrictions
- Board may change agenda order or convene in executive session for legal advice
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board held a public hearing and voted 4-0 to approve Revision #2 of the 2023-2024 expenditure budget, totaling $481,785,240.23. The revision adjusts the Maintenance and Operations budget and state/federal grants, including a decrease in average daily membership and an increase in free/reduced lunch weights. The board also heard a presentation from the Student Advisory Board and took public comments.
- Approved Revision #2 of FY 2023-2024 Expenditure Budget: $481,785,240.23
- Maintenance and Operations budget increased by $382,639
- Average Daily Membership decreased by 41.51 from Revision 1 estimate
- Student Advisory Board presented on high school activities
- Public hearing held on budget revision
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting with an executive session. The board will vote on a $115,000 purchase of Saxon Math curriculum for Cheyenne Traditional School and on revisions to Policy BDE regarding board committees. They will also discuss school calendars for 2025-2028, a policy change on teacher evaluations, a safety and security update, and a potential ASU dual enrollment partnership.
- Approve $115,000 Saxon Math curriculum for Cheyenne K-5 (approved 4-1)
- First read of school calendars for 2025-26, 2026-27, 2027-28
- First read of policy GCO on teacher evaluations, revising 'inadequate classroom performance' definition
- Safety and security update on audit and Raptor Technologies visitor management
- Discussion of ASU Accelerated Learning for CIS105 dual enrollment, $25 per student fee
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board will hear presentations on the FY 2022-2023 financial, compliance, and self-insurance trust audits, a first read of a K-5 math curriculum adoption for Cheyenne Traditional School (Saxon Math, not to exceed $115,000), and a first read of a new policy on booster organizations. The meeting also includes routine items like public comments and agenda approval.
- Presentation of FY 2022-2023 audits by Heinfeld Meech
- First read of Cheyenne K-5 math adoption: Saxon Math, ©2018, not to exceed $115,000
- First read of new policy KJA on relations with booster organizations
- Public comments limited to 2 minutes per speaker, per Board Policy BEDH
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board held a special meeting on March 26, 2024, to discuss and act on several items. The board approved a tuition increase for the PANDA preschool program and approved a hearing officer's recommendation to expel a student. They also received updates on early learning tuition assistance and the FY2024-2025 budget.
- Approved PANDA preschool peer model tuition increase from $120 to $200 per month, effective July 1, 2024
- Approved expulsion of a student (Case #232402) for firearm-related behavior
- Discussed changes to early learning tuition assistance, with Title I funds shifting to directly support students with financial need
- Reviewed budget and revenue elements for FY2024-2025
- Noted withdrawal of a board member's request to discuss Policy KB (Parental Involvement in Education)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on March 5, 2024, at Coronado High School. The board will discuss an AVID program update with a proposed 2024-25 budget of $69,597, and hear first reads on curriculum adoptions for secondary world languages, elementary dual language immersion, and secondary science. The agenda also includes standard procedural items like public comments and approval of the agenda.
- AVID update and proposed 2024-25 budget of $69,597 (40% decrease from 23-24)
- First read: Secondary World Languages and Elementary DLI curriculum adoption, not to exceed $300,000
- First read: Secondary Science curriculum adoption, not to exceed $530,000
- First read: Governing Board Policy BDE - Board Committees
- Public comments limited to 2 minutes per speaker, per Board Policy BEDH
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board is holding a retreat at Cherokee Elementary School. The agenda includes opening procedures, an introduction to the retreat facilitated by Dr. Timothy Ogle and Julie Bacon, and adjournment. No specific policy decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting appears focused on board development and discussion.
- Retreat facilitated by Dr. Timothy Ogle and Julie Bacon
- Discussion of board norms and shared agreements
- Meeting held at Cherokee Elementary School, 8801 N. 56th Street, Paradise Valley, AZ
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board is holding a regular meeting with several information/discussion items. The board will hear a first read of a proposed policy change to Policy JIH regarding student interrogations, searches, and arrests, and receive a strategic planning update from the Coronado Learning Community. The meeting also includes recognitions, a student advisory board presentation, and public comments.
- First Read – Policy JIH (Student Interrogations, Searches, and Arrests)
- Coronado Learning Community Strategic Planning Update
- Student Advisory Board 2023-2024 presentation on high schools
- Public comments with 2-minute speaking limit per Board Policy BEDH
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board held a special meeting on January 30, 2024, to discuss and act on several items. They approved the Middle School Planning Guide for 2024-2025, appointed a board member as Self-Insurance Trustee, approved the Sex Education Committee membership, and extended the Letter of Intent with the Boys and Girls Club for Tonalea Middle School renovations. The board also received information on budget projections, grievance processes, athletics, and meeting procedures.
- Approved Middle School Planning Guide for 2024-2025 (4-1 vote, Carney opposed)
- Approved Carine Werner as Self-Insurance Trust Board Trustee (5-0)
- Approved Sex Education Committee membership with Carney and Cieniawski added (5-0)
- Approved extension of Letter of Intent with Boys and Girls Club for Tonalea Middle School until June 30, 2024
- Discussed FY2024-2025 budget projections: M&O $187,596,296, DAA $14,261,433.29, Override $16,500,000
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2008- 2025
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board held a public hearing and then voted 5-0 to approve Revision #1 of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Expenditure Budget, totaling $477,899,324.30. The revision reflects changes including a decrease in average daily membership, increased carryforward balances, and adjustments to various funding sources. The board also received annual Open Meeting Law training and accepted gifts totaling $44,110.13.
- Approved Revision #1 of FY 2023-2024 Expenditure Budget: $477,899,324.30
- Public hearing on budget revision held at Coronado High School, 7501 E. Virginia Ave.
- Accepted gifts totaling $44,110.13, including $15,000 for Saguaro HS Innovation Center and $10,000 for Superintendent Discretion
- Annual Open Meeting Law training, including discussion of Arizona Attorney General's 12/1/23 letter to the district
- Accounts Payable Vouchers (630 Bo...)