January 26, 2021 Mountain Time - Study Session and Business Meeting

Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools

Report and discussion on failing grades in grades 9-12 and the plan to help students recover graduation credits.

Desired outcome: Information to Board of Education with direction to staff, if needed.

Mr. Brad Sorensen, Administrator of Schools

Mr. Cody Curtis, Administrator of Schools

1. 2021-22 Fee Schedule

Review of student fee schedule for next school year.

2. Fee List by School

Review of student fee schedule by school.

Desired outcome: Information to the Board in preparation for approving the fee schedule at a future meeting

Mr. Brad Sorensen, Administrator of Schools

 Discussion regarding how long to continue pandemic restrictions on student overnight travel and field trips.

 Desired outcome: Board members will hold discussion and give staff direction, if needed.

Ms.Tracy Miller, Board President

Discussion on the Board’s pandemic protocols and whether additional changes are needed to the thresholds for closing a school.

Desired outcome:  Board members will review the protocols and give staff direction, if needed.

Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools

Review of the process and guidelines for naming a new school in accordance with Policy A11 Naming of Facilities.

Desired outcome: Board members will hold discussion and give staff direction.

Ms. Tracy Miller, Board President

Review of Board committee assignments.

Desired outcome: Board members will serve on Board committees as assigned.  

Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools

Update on response to COVID-19 cases in schools.

Desired outcome: Board members will receive information and give staff direction, if needed.

?Mr. Paul Van Komen, Legal Counsel

Legal requirement for Board members to complete the Open Meeting Law Training annually in Utah Code 52-4-104; Reminder of where and how to complete the training.

Desired outcome: Board members will be in compliance with Utah state law.

The Pledge of Allegiance and flag ceremony will be led by Capri Hostetter, Student Body Officer, Hidden Valley Middle School.

The reverence will be offered by Rylen Christiansen, Student Body Officer, Hidden Valley Middle School.

Molly Barton, Student Body Officer, will present "Celebrating Hidden Valley Middle School."

Whereas, dedicated service to Jordan School District was faithfully and effectively performed;

 Whereas, they consistently and conscientiously executed their responsibilities with integrity, honesty and loyalty;

Be it Therefore Resolved: That the Jordan School District Board of Education and District Administration declare appreciation for the outstanding service that was performed in the cause of public education and hereby express our sorrow at the death of these valued friends:

The Board will take public comment on items not listed on the agenda. In accordance with policy GP 110 Public Participation at Board Meetings, no more than 45 minutes will be allocated to patron comments. Public comment is encouraged to be made in person at the meeting. However, if a patron is uncomfortable coming in person given the current pandemic circumstances, she/he may submit her/his comment to boardcomments@jordandistrict.org before 3:00 pm the day of the meeting. Public comments submitted via email will be read after hearing from those speakers attending the meeting. An additional 15 minutes will be allocated for those comments that are emailed. In situations where large groups of people attending the meeting in person desire to address the Board on the same subject, the President may request that those groups select only one or two speakers from the group to address the Board on behalf of the group and may be allocated up to six minutes to speak. The Board will not take public comment on personnel issues or statements regarding the character, professional competence, and the physical or mental health of an individual during Board meetings.

It is recommended that the students whose parents have filed affidavits with the Jordan School District Department of Planning and Student Services pursuant to Utah Code 53G-6-204 be issued certificates excusing them from attending public school.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to purchase a backhoe and clamshell bucket for Facility Services and eliminate the expense of renting this type of equipment. Total amount of recommended expenditure: $90,928.00. Source of funding: Maintenance Backhoe Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve a bid for a vendor that will provide discounts and incentives for all purchase made by Herriman High School for athletic uniforms and apparel. Total amount of estimated expenditures: $250,000.00 over three years. Source of funding: School General Supply Account.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to select a network systems hardware supplier working with the E-rate program to provide network and wireless access point equipment for the new elementary school under construction in South Jordan. Total amount of recommended expenditure: $153,137.68. Source of funding: New School Start Up Equipment Funds.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide HP computers and monitors for Valley High School. Total amount of recommended expenditure: $50,800.20. Source of funding: TSSA and Educational Technology Funds.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide HP Chromebooks and licenses for Fort Herriman Middle School. Total amount of recommended expenditure: $ 77,850.00. Source of funding: Land Trust Funds and School Technology Funds.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide a credit card processing vendor to facilitate payments within the District for non-fee payment items. Total amount of recommended expenditure over five (5) years: $ 201,000.00. Source of funding: Capital Technology Budget and the Credit Card Fee Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide a CNC router to Bingham, Copper Hills, Herriman and Riverton High Schools for their CTE programs. Bid Amount: $185,105.00. Source of funding: Perkins Funds.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide a general contractor to construct the new Elementary School in Herriman #7. Total amount of recommended expenditure: $18,536,482.00. Source of funding: Capital Outlay.

Mr. Matt Young, Board Member

Recommendation and possible action to approve Unrestricted General Fund Balance Guidelines for the District’s General Fund. 

1. Public Input Regarding Approval of Unrestricted General Fund Balance Guidelines
   Public comments shall be taken in accordance with Board policy GP110 Public Participation at Board Meetings. For more information on providing public comment, see item 3.I.

2. Action by Board of Education on Approval of Unrestricted General Fund Balance Guidelines