September 8, 2026 Mountain Time - Study Session
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STUDY SESSION – OPEN MEETING - 4:00 p.m.The Board may engage in discussion, provide administrative direction, or take other action on any of the study session agenda items listed below. |
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1.A. Technology Use in Jordan School District
Presenter:
Ms. Carolyn Gough, Administrator of Teaching & Learning; and Mr. Jared Covili, Digital Learning Consultant, Teaching & Learning
Description:
Review of technology use in Jordan District schools.
Strategic Plan Pillars: Opportunities for All Learners; Effective Communication Desired Outcome: Board members will receive information and discuss possible next steps. |
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1.B. Review of Administrative Policy DP344 Vacation Schedule for Twelve-Month Personnel
Presenter:
Ms. April Gaydosh, Administrator of Human Resources; and Mr. Brad Sorensen, Administrator of Schools
Description:
Review and discussion of current policy with recommendations for revisions.
Strategic Plan Pillars: Student & Staff Wellness; Effective Communication Desired Outcome: Board members will review the proposed changes with direction to staff. Current Policy: DP344 Vacation Schedule for Twelve-Month Personnel |
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1.C. Boundary Change Options
Presenter:
Dr. Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent; and Mr. Buddy Alger, Director, Student Services
Description:
Discussion on areas of concern that may require a boundary change for schools.
Strategic Plan Pillars: High Quality Instruction, Opportunities for All Learners; Effective Communication Desired Outcome: Board members will hear options and give staff direction. |
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1.D. Board Member Professional Development Moment
Presenter:
Ms. Suzanne Wood, Board Member
Description:
Three-minute Professional Development Moment provided by a Board member on a rotating basis.
Strategic Plan Pillars: Opportunities for All Learners; Effective Communication Desired Outcome: Board members will have the opportunity to reflect on the thoughts presented towards the goal of becoming a better board member. |
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1.E. Strategic Plan Review
Presenter:
Ms. Niki George, Board President; and Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools
Description:
Review of progress on the Board’s timeline to meet the goals in the Jordan Strategic Plan.
Strategic Plan Pillar: High Quality Education; Culture of Belonging; Opportunities for All Learners; Student & Staff Wellness; Effective Communication Desired Outcome: Board members will review the Strategic Plan and timeline and evaluate progress. Strategic Plan Booklet |
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1.F. Review of Board Policies GP116 through GP119
Presenter:
Mr. Bryce Dunford, Chair, Board Policy Committee
Description:
Monthly review of Governance Process (GP), Board/Superintendent Connection (B/SC), and Executive Limitations (EL) policies as prescribed by Board policy GP108 Meeting Planning.
Strategic Plan Pillar: Effective Communication Desired Outcome: Board members will read the policies and make suggestions for revisions, if needed. |
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1.G. Board and Superintendent Reports and Comments
Description:
Board members and the Superintendent may report on Board Advisory Committees as well as Board, District or Community Affiliated Committees to which they are appointed.
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2. Motion to go into Closed Session
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3. POTENTIAL CLOSED SESSION
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3.A. Character and Competence of Individuals (Personnel)
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3.B. Property
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3.C. Potential Litigation
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3.D. Negotiations
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3.E. Security
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