December 10, 2019 Mountain Time - Study Session and Business Meeting

Board discussion on ALPS program testing and options for the future of the program.

Discussion on proposed local definition of Enhanced At-Risk Students (EARS) for grant as required by USBE.  

Continued discussion on options for possible changes and/or alternate uses for Majestic Elementary School.

Review of updated cost estimates for 2019 summer projects.

Board members will be discussing chapters 9-11 to complete the book "Crucial Conversations" by Patterson, Greeny, McMillan and Switzler.

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.
• No more than 45 minutes will be allocated to public comments in a Board meeting.
• Both in-person and emailed comments are given up to three minutes to address the Board.
• Comments can be made either in person at the meeting or by submitting the comment via email to be read in the meeting if time permits. Comments will be heard from those attending in person prior to comments received electronically.
• To make an in-person comment, please sign up before the meeting begins with your name, address, and topic on the computer outside the meeting room.
• Patrons unable to sign up to speak prior to the start of the meeting may call the Office of the Business Administrator or Superintendent before 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting to be placed on the sign-up sheet. 
  • Emailed comments to be read in the meeting should be submitted to boardcomments@jordandistrict.org before 3:00 pm the day of the meeting. A comment will not be read if it is not germane to the authority of the Board; regards the character, professional competence, or the physical or mental health of an individual; or is not appropriate for all ages. Comments not read in the meeting will be forwarded to the Board.
• The Board is unable, by law, to take action on items raised during the comment period that are not on the agenda.
• Silence by the Board on an issue does not suggest support or opposition to the message given.
• Persons who disrupt Board meetings with outbursts, cheers, jeering or applause may be removed from the meeting by appropriate legal means.

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. 

The Board will take public comment on the amended budget for 2019-20 in accordance with policy GP110 Public Participation at Board Meetings.

1. Public Input on Budget Amendments

2. Action by Board of Education on Budget Amendment

Recommendation and possible action to approve resolution authorizing issuance of bonds as a result of the 2016 bond election.

1. Public Input on Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of General Obligation School Building and Refunding Bonds (Utah School District Bond Guaranty Program)

2. Action by Board of Education on Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of General Obligation School Building and Refunding Bonds (Utah School District Bond Guaranty Program)

Recommendation and possible action to approve proposed 2020-21 Traditional and Year-round School Calendars.

1. Public Input Regarding Proposed 2020-21 Traditional and Year-round School Calendars

2. Action by Board of Education on Proposed 2020-21 Traditional and Year-round School Calendars

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

Recommendation and possible action to approve proposed options for Majestic Elementary School to remain open for the next school year.

1. Public Input Regarding Proposed Options for Majestic Elementary School for 2020-21

2. Action by Board of Education on Proposed Options for Majestic Elementary School for 2020-21