PUBLIC NOTICE
The Board of Education of Jordan School District will meet
in potential closed and study sessions
on August 11, 2026, beginning at 4:00 p.m.
at the JATC South Campus (Board Conference Room),
12723 S. Park Avenue (2080 West), Riverton, Utah.
Patrons may view the meeting online at
https://boardmeeting.jordandistrict.org/.
AGENDA
August 11, 2026
1. 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.
A. Technology Use in Schools
Mr. Richard Culatta, CEO, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
Discussion on evidence-based practices based on screen use in schools.
Strategic Plan Pillars: High Quality Instruction, Opportunities for All Learners; Effective Communication
Desired Outcome: Board members will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain insight on the effective use of screen time in education.
B. Board Member Professional Learning
Ms. Erin Barrow, Board Member
Reports from Board members on experiences with individual America 250 projects.
Strategic Plan Pillars: Opportunities for All Learners; Effective Communication
Desired Outcome: Board members will have the opportunity to report on their experiences and discuss the America 250 professional development projects.
C. Review of Administrative Policy AA445 Student Information Network Acceptable Use Policy
Mr. Michael Heaps, Director, Information Systems
Review of proposed updates to the policy to comply with changes to Utah Code 53G-7-1003.
Strategic Plan Pillars: High Quality Instruction, Opportunities for All Learners; Effective Communication
Desired Outcome: Board members will review the proposed changes with potential final approval at the next business meeting.
D. Reporting Required by Utah Code 53G-6-11-1101
Mr. Brad Sorensen, Administrator of Schools
Mr. Bryan Veazie, District Athletic Director
Review of requirements in Utah Code 53G-6-11-1101.
Strategic Plan Pillar: Culture of Belonging; Opportunities for Every Learner
Desired Outcome: Information to the Board with possible direction to staff; no action required.
E. Continued Discussion on Potential Changes to Administrative Policy AA417 Fundraising
Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools
Review of changes suggested in the June 9, 2026 study session and the recommendation to divide the current policy into a separate policy for each level.
Strategic Plan Pillar: Culture of Belonging; Opportunities for All Learners; Effective Communication
Desired Outcome: Board members will hold discussion with a potential vote to finalize the revisions.
F. Review of Board Policies GP113 through GP115
Mr. Bryce Dunford, Chair, Board Policy Committee
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.
G. Board and Superintendent Reports and Comments
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.
1) Facilities Advisory Committee - Brian W. Barnett, Chair
2) Finance & Audit Advisory Committee - Bryce Dunford, Chair
3) Government Relations Advisory Committee - Suzanne Wood, Chair
4) Policy Review Committee - Bryce Dunford, Chair
5) Joint Relations - Education Support Professionals (ESP) - Darrell Robinson, Liaison
6) Jordan Education Access Committee (JEAC) - Suzanne Wood, Liaison
7) Jordan Parent Advisory Committee (JPAC) - Erin Barrow, Representative
8) Licensed Employee Advisory Committee (LEAC) - Lisa Dean, Representative
9) Board Bulletin - Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools
10) Portrait of a Graduate - Niki George and Brian W. Barnett
11) Organizations with Board Representation
a. Joint Legislative Committee (JLC) - Niki George, Representative
b. Jordan Education Foundation - Lisa Dean, Representative
c. PTA Representative - Erin Barrow, Representative
d. Salt Lake County Parks & Recreation - Lisa Dean, Representative
e. Utah High School Activities Association Board of Trustees - Bryce Dunford, Representative
f. Utah School Boards Association - Niki George, Region 9 Board of Directors Representative
2. POTENTIAL CLOSED SESSION
A. Character and Competence of Individuals (Personnel)
B. Property
C. Potential Litigation
D. Negotiations
E. Security
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations during these meetings,including auxillary communications aids and services, should notify Roxane Siggard at (801)567-8180 at least three working days prior to the meeting make accommodations.