October 29, 2019 Mountain Time - Study Session and Business Meeting

Presentation to the Board on work done by the Calendar Committee with proposals for calendars for the 2020-21 school year as well as a tentative (draft) calendar for the following year.

Discussion on requirement of the State Board rule requiring Boards of Education to set a maximum amount any student will pay in a given year. 

Continuing discussion of steps the District is taking to ensure the safety of all students, employees and visitors.

Discussion on what should be included for the program at each of the new school dedications.

Update on work being done and timeline toward the potential closing of Majestic Elementary School.

Discussion on what was learned from the implementation of the TSSA plan.

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:

• Comments must be appropriate for all ages and germane to the authority of the Board.
• The Board will not take public comment on personnel issues or statements regarding the character, professional competence, or the physical or mental health of an individual or a group whose members could be identified individually.
• Patron comment time is allotted first to residents of Jordan District, students, parents/guardians of current students, and current employees of the District. All others may address the Board if time permits.
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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 for wall extensions to reduce the level of noise due to open ceiling layouts and create a new classroom that will be used for Welding and Fire Science classes.  Total amount of recommended expenditure: $128,350.00.  Source of funding:  Capital Remodeling Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to upgrade the lighting controls for the auditorium stage at Oquirrh Hills Middle School.  Total amount of recommended expenditure: $59,547.00.  Source of funding:  District Electrical Upgrades Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide a Multisyllable Routine Card Tier 1 instruction program to strengthen phonics skills for students in K-3 grades. This program will run in conjunction with the Tier 2 Reading Intervention Program that is being piloted at 11 elementary schools throughout the District.  Total amount of recommended expenditure: $68,545.00.  Source of funding:  K-3 Reading Budget.

Recommendation and possible action to approve school fees that were omitted from the original fee schedule. 

1) Public Input Regarding Additions to the School Fee Schedule 

2) Action by Board of Education on Additions to the School Fee Schedule