PUBLIC NOTICE
The Board of Education of Jordan School District will meet
in potential closed and study sessions
on March 11, 2025 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
March 11, 2025
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. Discussion on Administrative Policy DE501 Curriculum Adoption and Review Committee
Ms. Carolyn Gough, Administrator of Teaching & Learning
Ms. Michelle Lovell, Consultant, Elementary Language Arts
Ms. Kaye Rizzuto, Consultant, Dual Immersion
Curriculum Advisory Committee Feedback on University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) and Social Studies; possible districtwide curriculum adoption.
Strategic Plan Pillars: High Quality Instruction; Opportunities for Every Learner
Desired outcome: No decision required. Board members will receive a review of the committee meeting and hold a discussion in preparation for curriculum approval.
B. 2025 Graduation Speaking Assignments
Mr. Brad Sorensen, Administrator of Schools
Review of dates and times for high school graduation ceremonies for June 2025.
Strategic Plan Pillars: Culture of Belonging; Effective Communication
Desired outcome: Board members will determine speaking assignments for graduation ceremonies.
C. Fee Schedule for 2025-26
Mr. Brad Sorensen, Administrator of Schools
Mr. Cody Curtis, Administrator of Schools
1) 2025-26 Fee Schedule
2) Website Page of Fee Lists by School
Review and discussion on student fees for the next school year.
Strategic Plan Pillars: High Quality Instruction; Opportunities for Every Learner
Desired outcome: Board members will hold discussion and make recommendations regarding school fees. By law, two opportunities for public comments need to be held before the Board can give final approval.
D. Review of Administrative Policy DP304 NEG Teacher Transfers
Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools
Review and discussion on administrative policy guiding assignment of personnel to positions that best meet the needs of the District.
Strategic Plan Pillars: High Quality Instruction; Student and Staff Wellness
Desired outcome: Board members will discuss the new proposed deadline for involuntary transfers and determine whether to place this policy update on the next Board meeting agenda.
E. Legislative Impact Discussion
Ms. Suzanne Wood, Chair, Government Relations Committee
Dr. Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Review of legislation affecting education and effective dates.
Strategic Plan Pillars: High Quality Instruction; Opportunities for All Learners; Student and Staff Wellness
Desired outcome: Board members will discuss the impacts of recently approved legislation regarding education and a timeline for implementation; no action required.
F. Purpose Statements for Licensed Employee Advisory Committee (LEAC) and Jordan Parent Advisory Committee (JPAC)
Mr. Bryce Dunford, First Vice President
Review of purpose statement drafts for LEAC and JPAC.
Strategic Plan Pillars: Effective Communication; Culture of Belonging
Desired outcome: The Executive Committee will review a draft of the purpose statements for LEAC and JPAC and receive input from Board members.
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 Ethnic Advisory Committee (JEAC) - Suzanne Wood, Liaison
7) Jordan Parent Advisory Committee (JPAC) - Erin Wood, 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 Academy Board - Darrell Robinson and Brian W. Barnett, Representatives
e. Salt Lake County Parks & Recreation - Lisa Dean, Representative
f. Utah High School Activities Association Board of Trustees - Bryce Dunford, Representative
g. 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.