PUBLIC NOTICE
The Board of Education of Jordan School District will meet
in potential closed and study sessions
on March 9, 2021 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://www.youtube.com/user/jordanschooldistrict/live.
AGENDA
March 9, 2021
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. Report from West Jordan Secondary Schools on West Jordan Feeder Grant
Mr. James Birch, Principal, West Jordan High School
Ms. Dixie Garrison, Principal, West Jordan Middle School
Mr. Bryan Leggat, Principal, Joel P. Jensen Middle School
Presentation on results of grant funding given to secondary West Jordan feeder schools with the goal of improving student achievement.
Desired outcome: Information to the Board.
B. Review of ESSER II Application (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund)
Dr. Shelley Nordick, Administrator of Teaching & Learning
Discussion on grant application for the CRRSA Act funding.
Desired outcome: Board members will discuss the ESSER II grant application and give staff direction, if needed.
C. Discussion on School Fees 2021-22
Ms. Tracy Miller, Board President
Continued discussion on the proposed fee schedule for the next school year in regard to the public feedback received in the previous two Board meetings.
Desired outcome: Board members will make decisions on the school fees in preparation for final approval at the March 23, 2021 Board meeting.
D. Friday Schedule Survey
Mr. Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Review of results of survey sent to employees, parents and students regarding the Friday schedule.
Desired outcome: Board members will review survey results and determine next steps.
E. Updates to Administrative Policy DP380 Maternity/Paternity Leave
Dr. June LeMaster, Administrator of Human Resources
Updates to policy to bring language in conformity with gender-neutral requirements.
Desired outcome: Board members will review requested revisions and give staff direction, if needed.
F. Discussion on Board Communication/Connection to Stakeholders
Ms. Tracy Miller, Board President
Discussion on how to connect to and communicate with stakeholders including written
communications, parades, etc.
Desired outcome: Board members will determine next steps for effective communication.
G. Scope of Jordan Ethnic Advisory Committee
Mr. Matt Young, Committee Chair
Desired outcome: Board members will determine the scope of the JEAC.
H. Discussion on Funding Source for Overbudget 2021 Summer Projects
Ms. Marilyn Richards, Chair, District Finance & Audit Board Advisory Committee
Discussion on available funding source for 2021 summer projects whose bids came in over the
estimated amount.
Desired outcome: Board members will discuss possible funding source and give staff direction.
I. Review of Threshold for Board Approval on Purchases in Policy BP178 Purchasing Provisions
Ms. Tracy Miller, Board President
Board members will discuss if they want further review of the $50,000 threshold for Board approval
on purchases.
Desired outcome: Board members will hold discussion and give staff direction.
J. Professional Development Board Book Study
Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools
Discussion on sessions two and three.
Desired outcome: Board members will continue the group book study.
K. Update on Pandemic Response
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.
L. Board Reports and Comments
Board members may report on Board Advisory Committees as well as Board, District or Community Affiliated Committees to which they are appointed.
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 oxane Siggard at (801)567-8180 at least three working days prior to the meeting make accommodations.