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Governing Board Meeting
March 24, 2015
Executive Session
6:00 p.m.
Regular Meeting
7:00 p.m.
Graduating lifelong learners who will successfully
compete, lead, and positively impact the world.
Deer Valley Unified School District No. 97
20402 North 15th Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85027
Telephone: (623) 445-5000
Executive
Session
PUBLIC NOTICE
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BOARD
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
6:00 P.M.
District Office Governing Board Room
20402 N. 15th Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona
One or more members of the public body may participate by telephonic, video or internet conferencing.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Adoption of the Agenda
4. Call for an EXECUTIVE SESSION:
a. Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 – Discussion or consideration of
employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, demotion, dismissal,
salaries, disciplining or resignation of a public officer, appointee or employee of
any public body – District Reorganization
5. Adjournment
Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodations by contacting (623) 4455003.
Request should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the
accommodations.
Adoption of
the Agenda
Note: Separate Agenda for Special Meeting: 6:00 p.m. – Executive Session – District Reorganization
AgendaAgenda
PUBLIC
NOTICE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BOARD
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
7:00 P.M.
District Office Governing Board Room
20402 N. 15th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona
AGENDA
The Board reserves the right to change the order of items on the agenda, with the exception of
Public Hearings. The Board may take action in open meeting on any item that was the subject of the
Executive Session held at this Board Meeting. The Board may vote to convene an Executive Session
for the purpose of receiving legal advice on any items listed on the agenda. A copy of the Board Packet
is available for inspection at the desk of the District receptionist during District business hours 24
hours prior to the day of the meeting. One or more members of the public body may participate by
telephonic, video or internet conferencing.
Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodations by contacting (623) 445-5003.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodations.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
5. AWARDS, ACHIEVEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS
A. Community of Character and Courage Award – Oscar Mills, Sandra Day O’Connor High School
B. DVUSD Spelling Bee Winner & State Competitor
C. ABODA Program of Excellence Award – Sandra Day O’Connor High School Bands
D. Arizona Music Educators Associations Award – Melanie Britton, Sandra Day O’Connor High
School Band Director
6. REPORTS
A. Governing Board
The Governing Board Members may give a report on any of the following:

Site Visits

Governmental Relations

Conferences

Meetings

Agenda Item Requests
B. Superintendent
1. Current Events
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
C. Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Dr. Gayle Galligan
1. 2015-2016 K-8 Promotion, Retention, Acceleration, and Grading Handbook
D.
Fiscal and Business Services
Jim Migliorino
1. Fiscal Year 2014 Auditor General District Spending (Classroom Dollar) Report
2. Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Update
7. OLD BUSINESS
A. Approve the 2014-2015 Certified Performance Pay Plan
8. CONSENT AGENDA – (Motion by Exception)
A. Approve the Minutes for the Special and Regular Governing Board Meetings on March 10,
2015, and the Special Governing Board Meeting on March 16, 2015
Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting
March 24, 2015
Page 2 of 2
B. Approve Payroll Voucher #19 in the amount of $7,285,986.07, and Expense Vouchers on the Voucher Summary
Sheet in the amount of $1,034,176.90 for Fiscal Year 2014-15
C. Approve Donations
D. Approve Addenda Contracts
E. Authorization to Enter into Additional Cooperative Purchasing Contracts for Fiscal Year 2014-15
F. Student Travel
1. Approve travel for students from Barry Goldwater High School to attend DECA International Career
Development Conference held in Orlando, Florida from April 24 through April 29, 2015
2. Approve travel for students from Deer Valley High School to attend DECA International Career Development
Conference held in Orlando, Florida from April 24 through April 29, 2015
3. Approve travel for students from Desert Sky Middle School to attend Arizona State Student Council Convention
held in Fort McDowell, Arizona from May 7 through May 8, 2015
4. Approve travel for students from Boulder Creek High School to attend several historic sites in Jerome held in
Jerome, Arizona from May 16 through May 17, 2015
5. Approve travel for students from Sandra Day O’Connor High School to attend Civil War History Encounter held
in Richmond, Virginia, Gettysburg, PA, Antietam, MD, and Washington, D.C. from June 1 through June 6, 2015
6. Approve travel for students from Mountain Ridge High School to attend American Youth BILT Camp held in La
Mirada, California from July 27 through July 31, 2015
9. ACTION
A. Approve Human Resources Changes
B. Approve Board Meeting Dates for Regular Scheduled Meetings for 2015-2016
10. PREVIEW
A. Preview 2015-16 Employee Benefit Committee Recommendations
11. PUBLIC COMMENTS - (Public comment forms are available in the lobby of the boardroom and must be submitted
prior to the meeting)
The Board invites public comment on the District's business in general and on any agenda item in specific. All speakers
must observe the rules of decorum. Speakers must fill out a card listing name, address, and topic, and hand it to the
Board Secretary prior to the President calling the meeting to order. Speakers must make their comments in no more
than three minutes. If necessary to accommodate all speakers within the 30 minute overall limit, the Board President
may shorten each speaker’s time. Constructive criticism is in order. Rudeness, vulgarity, disruptive conduct, or remarks
disrespecting personal dignity are not in order and will not be allowed. Under the Arizona Open Meeting Law, the
Governing Board cannot discuss or act on any items not listed on the agenda. Board Members may respond to criticism
made by a speaker, ask staff to review a matter, or ask that a matter be put on a future agenda.
12. FUTURE MEETINGS AND DATES TO REMEMBER
March 26, 2015 – Governing Board Study Session
March 30-April 3, 2015 – Spring Break
April 14, 2015 – Regular Governing Board Meeting
April 17, 2015 – Staff Development – Early Release
April 28, 2015 – Regular Governing Board Meeting
13. ADJOURNMENT
Awards, Achievements
and Recognitions
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Awards, Achievements and Recognitions
Date assigned for Board consideration: March 24, 2015
None
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
A. Community of Character and Courage Award – Oscar Mills, Sandra Day O’Connor High
School
Oscar is committed in the classroom, on campus, on the field, and in his community. He also models
courage and character with his daily actions.
B. DVUSD Spelling Bee Winner & State Competitor
Matthew Sajan, eighth-grader at Highland Lakes School, was the winner of the DVUSD Spelling Bee.
Keshav Nandakumar, seventh-grader from Sierra Verde School, was the DVUSD 1st runner up. He
was second in the Regional Bee as well, he competes in the 2015 AEF Arizona Spelling Bee on
Saturday, March 21, 2015
C. ABODA Program of Excellence Award – Sandra Day O’Connor High School Bands
Sandra Day O’Connor High School under the direction of Mrs. Melanie Britton received the ABODA
Program of Excellence. This award is given to a top program in Arizona that receives Superior ratings
in Marching Band, Concert Band, and Jazz Band.
D. Arizona Music Educators Associations Award – Melanie Britton, Sandra Day O’Connor High
School Band Director
Sandra Day O’Connor High School Band Director, Mrs. Melanie Britton, received the Arizona Music
Educators Association’s O.M. Hartsell Excellence in Teaching Music Award. She was recognized
during the Arizona Musical Educators Association Conference.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION – No action required.
Submitted by
Monica Allread
Director
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
Governing Board
Report
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Governing Board Report
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
BEDB
Policy Reference
38-431.02
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Governing Board Members may give a report on any of the following:
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
Site Visits
Governmental Relations
Conferences
Meetings
Agenda Item Requests
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION – No action required.
Submitted by
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
Superintendant
Report
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Superintendent’s Report
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
None
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
1. Current Events
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION – No action required.
Submitted by
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
C.I.A
Report
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
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placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Report
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
None
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
1.
Preview of the 2015-2016 K-8 Promotion, Retention, Acceleration and Grading Handbook
Dr. Gayle Galligan will present a preview of the 2015-2016 K-8 Promotion, Retention,
Acceleration and Grading Handbook. In addition, changes made to the Handbook by the
Promotion, Retention, Acceleration and Grading Work Team will be showcased.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION – No action required.
Submitted by
Dr. Gayle Galligan
Associate Superintendent
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
PRAG CHANGES 2015‐2016 Page Numbers New Sections: 6 23 6 7 7 8 9 9 17 23 28 28 28 40 44 45 46 DVUSD Governing Board Policy section was added for reference in use with this handbook. “Early admission to Kindergarten” section was added in the “Acceleration” area to provide the current procedure according to new Board policy decision. Information Added to Existing Sections:
A.R.S. § 15‐821 Admission of children; required age states, was added to the list of statutes. The definition of “accommodation” was added for reference throughout the handbook. The definition of “modification” was added for reference throughout the handbook. A statement regarding the need for an affidavit for home schooled students was added. The first paragraph under “Retention and Promotion…” section was moved from the definitions section and added here for more appropriate placement. The “Light’s Retention Scale” information was added to the section “Process for Parents or Legal Guardians” as a tool in assisting retention decisions. “Reassignment Criteria for Grades 7‐8 include...” section added a sentence to clarify that the district does not provide transportation to summer school. The “Acceleration Procedures” area added a section for “Whole Grade Acceleration When Moving to Another Building” for clarity in procedure and responsibility. A statement of explanation was added to the “Grading Guidelines” section for clarity. “Grading Guidelines” added essays as a possible exception to updating on a weekly basis. In addition, wording was added to indicate that students should not be academically penalized for not bringing items (non‐academic) to school, for clarification. The “Gradebook Guidelines” section added examples of what updating grades on a weekly basis might look like, for better understanding. The subheading “Grades Different from DVUSD Grading System” added numerical grades for help in determining how to transfer those grades to the district system. The section “High School Courses in Middle School” added a subheading “Summer Courses Approved for High School Credit” to better identify this specific information in the content. (We expect to add to this section in the future.) Parent access information was added to the “Parent Involvement” section in the “Home Practice” area. The statement “Home practice should be no more that 5% of the grade” was added to the section “Assigning Home Practice” for clarification. 4 5‐6 7 7 8 8 13 15 22 22 27 28 29 33‐40 40 45‐49 45 48 Refinements: The “Foreward” was revised to clarify the handbook’s purpose and to acknowledge the Arizona K‐12 State Standards in addition to Arizona College and Career Ready Standards. The statute names were added to the statute numbers. “Guidelines” had minor wording changes for clarity. “Standards” had minor wording changes for clarity. “Placement of Transfer Students…” was changed to clarify responsibility. “Home Schooled Students…” title was changed and slight wording changes were made for clarification. “Promotion Criteria for Grades 7‐8” added that a passing grade is needed in ALL subjects for clarification. “Retention Procedures” had minor wording changes for clarity. The “Whole Grade Acceleration” section added verbiage to clarify the process schools are to use. “Timeline for Requesting Whole Grade Acceleration” section was moved up in the “Acceleration Procedures” section for more appropriate placement. The “Traditional vs. Standards‐Based Grading” chart was refined to include practices for teachers who may be using a hybrid of the two philosophies. The statement “Grades for retaught concepts shall replace the original grade” was moved in the “Grading Guidelines” section for better flow of guidelines and clarity. The section, “How PowerTeacher Gradebook Calculates Grades” was moved from the beginning to the end of the “Grading” section for better flow and understanding. The “Grading Procedures” and “Citizenship (Conduct)” sections had minor wording changes to better explain how to grade based on the current report cards. The “Transfer Procedures for Grade 7 and 8” section refined wording to clarify how to determine an “I” grade. The sections “Home Practice Policy,” “Home Practice Philosophy,” “Home Practice Guidelines and Procedures,” “Make Up Opportunities,” “Accommodations/ Modifications/Accelerations on Report Card,” “English Language Learners Promotion and Retention” and “Special Education Promotion and Retention” were moved for more appropriate placement. The section entitled “Homework” was changed to “Home Practice” for clarity and consistency in wording. “Modifications” information was revised for clarity. 7 15 28 30 35 44 47 Revisions: Throughout the handbook “College and Career Ready Standards” was used to replace the formerly used term “Common Core State Standards.” Throughout the document, Multi‐Tiered System of Support (MTTS) was used to replace GEIT, as district process for student intervention has been revised. Throughout the document, the “Associate Superintendent for Teaching and Learning” has been replaced with the “Associate Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment,” to reflect the current position title responsible. Throughout the document, references to the 3rd grade promotion requirements were changed from referring to “AIMS” to refer to the “successor test” or “3rd grade testing requirement” to reflect current verbiage in the state statute. The definition of “acceleration” was revised for clarity. The “Achievement” area under “Retention Criteria for Grades 7‐8” was revised to list all subjects, for clarification. The “Grading” section was reworded for clarity, and subheadings were divided to include both “Grading Guidelines” and Gradebook Guidelines.” The “Performance Level Guidelines” section was revised with current report card information. The “Grading Procedures – Grades 1 & 2” section eliminated the paragraph on citizenship to make it consistent with the same section for Kindergarten. The section “Course Level Placement Changes and Withdrawals” was rewritten for clarity. The “Make Up Opportunities” policy was revised to clarify issues with responsibility in making up assignments, to give examples of assignments for clarity, and to indicate that school sanctioned events should not negatively impact grades. Deletions: The section “Whole Grade Acceleration Special Circumstances” deleted the paragraph “Whole Grade Acceleration Over 8th Grade into High School” as this is explained more clearly in an added section. “Math Placement & Test Out Procedure for Transfer Students” was eliminated as this process is no longer new and is held on the campuses. Fiscal & Business
Services Report
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DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Fiscal & Business Services Report
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
None
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
1. Fiscal Year 2014 Auditor General District Spending (Classroom Dollar) Report – A report will be
given reviewing the Auditor General District Spending (Classroom Dollar) Report from 2014.
2. Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Update – A report will be given on the status of the Fiscal Year 2016
Budget.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION - No action required.
Submitted by
Jim Migliorino
Associate Superintendent
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
3/18/2015
Auditor General
District Spending
(Classroom Dollar)
Report for 2014
PRESENTED TO THE GOVERNING BOARD
MARCH 24, 2015
District Spending (Classroom Dollar)
Report Background
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Arizona Revised Statutes §41-1279.03 requires the
Auditor General to determine the percentage of
every dollar Arizona school districts spend in the
classroom annually. (excludes charter schools)
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The report also analyzes nonclassroom spending,
which includes administration, plant operations,
food service, transportation, student support, and
instruction support.
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Classroom Dollar Percentage
Peer Group: Very large unified
and union high school districts
in cities and suburbs
Statewide %
Peer Group %
53.8%
Deer Valley USD FY14
56.6%
Gilbert USD
61.2%
Chandler USD
61.1%
Deer Valley USD
58.3%
Peoria USD
57.9%
Paradise Valley USD
57.7%
Mesa USD
57.1%
Dysart USD
55.2%
Phoenix UHSD
54.7%
Scottsdale USD
54.5%
Tucson USD
48.7%
Student Achievement Results
Unified school districts with poverty rates of 11 to 17
percent in cities and suburbs
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District/School Letter Grades
Peer Group: Five-Comparable Unified School Districts in
Maricopa County
Cost Measures Comparison
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Deer Valley Unified School District
Additional Financial Metrics
Deer Valley Unified School District
Financial Metrics as %
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3/18/2015
Deer Valley Unified School District
Financial Metrics as $/Student
Financial Stress Assessment
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Transportation Results
Districts in cities and suburbs traveling between 270 and 329 miles
per rider
Conclusions
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We compare positively among our peer
groups, even better when compared to State
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Although DVUSD spent less dollars per student
then our peer group (4.6% less, or $327) and
the State average (10.4% or $778), the
student achievement results are comparable
or better than some districts that spent more
money per student
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It appears from the data that there are
efficiency opportunities in our Transportation
efforts that need to be explored
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Declining operating reserve is causing added
financial stress
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FY16 Budget Update Presentation
Governing Board Meeting
March 24th, 2015
Budget Option Guiding Principles
• Primary focus of organization is service to students
• Resources should be targeted toward Strategic Plan goals
• Maintaining student‐teacher ratios shall be a priority
• All staff contribute to the objectives of the organization
• Employee preservation is a priority
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3/20/2015
FY16 Budget Development Process
• Negotiation Solution Team (NST) – Comprised of employee representatives and district leadership
– meets monthly to review budget information
• FY16 Interests
– Classified: salaries & benefits, maintain jobs
– Administrative: salary increase, maintain benefits, additional student supports
– Certified: salary theme
FY16 Budget Development Process
• Jan 13th Preliminary FY16 Budget Presentation
– Assumptions (highlights):
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all State‐imposed reductions are continued
Student (ADM) increase included
State provides 1.6% inflationary funding
Structural deficit impact = ($4.6) million
– FY16 budget deficit projected to be ($2.9) million
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FY16 Budget Development Process
(con’t)
• Feb 10th FY16 Budget Update
– Assumptions (highlights):
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all State‐imposed reductions are continued
District Additional Assistance reduced another ($4.4) M
Teacher Experience Index (TEI) reduced $531,000
Student (ADM) increase included
State provides 1.6% inflationary funding
Structural deficit impact = ($4.6) million
student open enrollment numbers included
– FY16 budget deficit projected to be ($7.9) million
FY16 Budget Development Process
(con’t)
• March 19th FY16 Budget Update
– Assumptions (highlights):
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all State‐imposed reductions are continued
District Additional Assistance reduced another ($4.4) M
Teacher Experience Index (TEI) reduced $537,000
Student (ADM) increase included
State provides 1.6% inflationary funding
Structural deficit impact = ($4.54) million
student open enrollment numbers included
Benefit Committee recommendation included
Professional Growth included
– FY16 budget deficit projected to be ($4.4) million
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Impacts to FY16 Budget as of March 19, 2015
Impacts to FY16 Budget (con’t)
as of March 19, 2015
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Budget‐Balancing Options
Next Steps
• Negotiation Solution Team (NST) to continue to meet
– Incorporate new information as it becomes available
– Refine budget‐balancing recommendation
– Develop a salary and benefit recommendation for the Board’s consideration
• Classroom Site Fund Information expected at the end of March
• Have Benefit Recommendation considered at April 14th Governing Board Meeting
– Open Enrollment tentatively scheduled for April 15th – May 8th
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Old Business
7.A.
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
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placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Approve the 2014-2015 Certified Performance Pay Plan
Date assigned for Board consideration: March 24, 2015
None
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Performance Pay Plan committee met on 3/12/15 to consider issues brought to our attention in the
study session. There are some changes from what was originally presented to the Board. One change is
under the student achievement component. Payout for this component will now be based on last year’s
district letter grade instead of individual school letter grades. We also changed the due date for
evaluation appeals from May 18, 2015 to May 22, 2015. Since the student achievement component is
based on the district letter grade there is no need for a separate process for itinerant staff or an appeal
process for the student achievement component, therefore that language has been removed. The plan has
100% consensus of the committee.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION
That the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to approve the 2014-2015
Performance Pay Plan.
Submitted by
Chuck Hoover
Associate Superintendent
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
2014-2015 Certified Performance Pay Plan
The Certified Performance Pay Plan consists of 3 distinct components: The teacher evaluation,
professional responsibility hours, and state assigned district letter grade. Each component will
be assessed independently. Performance Pay funds will be allocated to each component based
on the weight of the component.
Teacher Evaluation = 50%
Scored observation from the Certified Evaluation System
Using standards 1-6 from the Stronge evaluation, performance pay for this component will be
calculated at the school level. That is, District Office will allocate this 50% bucket of money to
each school based on the number of qualifying certified staff at the school. District Office will
then allocate each school’s bucket of money to the teachers at that school.
Ineligibility: The teacher is not eligible for this component if he/she receives any ineffective
rating or more than 3 developing ratings on the final evaluation.
Payout for Evaluation:
District Office will divide the total dollar amount available to the school by the number of
teachers to obtain an average allocation per teacher. Each teacher will receive a portion of this
allocation based on the following matrix (no rounding up). Any left over money in this
allocation will be added to the district letter grade component.
Evaluation Score
Payout %
3.2 - 4.0
100%
2.8 – 3.19
85%
2.5 – 2.79
60%
< 2.5
0%
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PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES = (10%)
20 hours service for school, students, and/or staff
Money allocated for this component will be 10% of the total for performance pay. Twenty (20)
hours must be accumulated outside of the normal work day. Documentation will be provided by
the staff member to his/her administrator. A sample list (not exhaustive) of professional
responsibilities follows.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Committee – District/School/State
Mentors
Awards/accreditations/grant preparations
Staff Development – Presenter or Facilitator
Gen Ed/Special Ed preps are never the same (not common preps) – must meet
before/after school (differentiated instruction)
6. Leadership positions
7. 504 Coordinator
8. Club Sponsors
9. NCA/CASI
10. Title I Parent Coordinator
11. District Liaisons
12. Facilitation/participation in Professional Learning Community related to professional
development items above
13. Grade level content area/department meetings
14. Others as mutually agreed to by administrator and teacher
Documentation of Attainment (provided to administrator)
Agendas, sign-in sheets, calendars of events/meetings, copies of blogs showing dates/times
From June 2014 to May 2015
State Assigned District Letter Grade = 40%
Money allocated for this component will be 40% of the total for performance pay plus left over
money from the evaluation component. Due to the uncertainty of whether or not student growth
scores would be available this year (new test AzMERIT is not fully implemented), this year’s
student achievement component will be determined by the state assigned district letter grade. It is
also uncertain whether or not the state will be assigning new letter grades for this year, therefore,
payout will be based on last year’s letter grade. The following matrix will be applied.
District Letter Grade
Payout %
A
100%
B
95%
C
85%
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Process to allocate all the money:
For district letter grades, the following process will be used to ensure all money is allocated.
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Start with the original methodology
This results in a % of the possible money being paid
Take the remaining % and allocate with same methodology
Take the remaining money and continue until all the money is paid.
Appeal Process
Evaluation/Professional Responsibility Hours
If an employee feels there has been a procedural breach, submit the appeal form and any
documentation supporting the claim in writing to Peggy Rimbey in Human Resources no later
than 5:00 pm Friday 5/22/15. The committee will review the written appeal; three votes will be
required to approve an appeal. If an evaluation appeal is approved, the employee will move up
one category on the Evaluation Score Payout matrix. This change shall have no effect on the
evaluation rating. If a Professional Responsibility appeal is approved, the employee will receive
credit for that 10%. All appeals must be requested and decided upon before any payout can be
calculated and prepared for payroll.
The appeal committee is comprised of 4 members from the Performance Pay Committee: two
certified, with one selected by DVEA, and two building administrators. The committee’s
decision will be final.
District Letter Grade
An appeal process for the District Letter Grade result is not necessary.
Ineligibility Conditions
An employee will become ineligible for performance pay if any one of the following conditions
exist:
1. One formal level discipline (reprimand, suspension without pay)
2. Termination or separation of employment from district in lieu of formal discipline or
termination.
3. Non-renewal for inadequate classroom performance.
4. Do not complete your contract.
Hire Date - Number of days present – If you work more than ¾ of the year you are eligible for
100%, more than ½ the year you are eligible for 75%, more than ¼ of the year you are eligible
for 50% and if less than ¼ of the year you are not eligible.
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Part Time – FTE – Performance Pay will be calculated as if full time employee then
weighted/pro-rated for FTE.
Leave of Absence – Number of days present - If an employee is on FMLA or Medical for 12
weeks, then the employee is still eligible for 100% when they return – no penalty. For absences
after 12 weeks the same formula for Hire Date will be used.
If you work more than ¾ of the year you are eligible for 100%, more than ½ the year you are
eligible for 75%, more than ¼ of the year you are eligible for 50% and if less than ¼ of the year
you are not eligible.
Itinerant Staff
Previous performance pay plans have had unique criteria for itinerant staff. This plan, using
district letter grade, does not require separate criteria for itinerant staff.
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Consent Agenda
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DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
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TOPIC:
CONSENT AGENDA – Items 8.A through 8.F.
Date assigned for Board consideration: March 24, 2015
None
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
A. Approve the Minutes for the Special and Regular Governing Board Meetings on March 10, 2015, and
the Special Governing Board Meeting on March 16, 2015
B. Approve Payroll Voucher #19 in the amount of $7,285,986.07, and Expense Vouchers on the Voucher
Summary Sheet in the amount of $1,034,176.90 for Fiscal Year 2014-15
C. Approve Donations
D. Approve Addenda Contracts
E. Authorization to Enter into Additional Cooperative Purchasing Contracts for Fiscal Year 2014-15
F. Student Travel
1. Approve travel for students from Barry Goldwater High School to attend DECA International
Career Development Conference held in Orlando, Florida from April 24 through April 29, 2015
2. Approve travel for students form Deer Valley High School to attend DECA International Career
Development Conference held in Orlando, Florida from April 24 through April 29, 2015
3. Approve travel for students from Desert Sky Middle School to attend Arizona State Student
Council Convention held in Fort McDowell, Arizona from May 7 through May 8, 2015
4. Approve travel for students from Boulder Creek High School to attend several historic sites in
Jerome held in Jerome, Arizona from May 16 through May 17, 2015
5. Approve travel for students from Sandra Day O’Connor High School to attend Civil War History
Encounter held in Richmond, Virginia, Gettysburg, PA, Antietam, MD, and Washington, D.C.
from June 1 through June 6, 2015
6. Approve travel for students from Mountain Ridge High School to attend American Youth BILT
Camp held in La Mirada, California from July 27 through July 31, 2015
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION –
That the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to approve Consent Agenda Items
8.A. through 8.F.
Submitted by
Kim Redding
Governing Board Secretary
Dr. James R, Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
8.A.
Green Form
ADEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Approve the Minutes for the Special and Regular Governing Board Meetings on March 10,
2015, and the Special Governing Board Meeting on March 16, 2015
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
BEDG
Policy Reference
38-431.01
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
See attached the Minutes for the Special and Regular Governing Board Meetings on March 10, 2015, and
the Special Governing Board Meeting on March 16, 2015.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION –
That the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to approve the Minutes for the
Special and Regular Governing Board Meetings on March 10, 2015, and the Special Governing Board
Meeting on March 16, 2015.
Submitted by
Kim Redding
Governing Board Secretary
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
UNAPPROVED
AgendaAgenda
MINUTES FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BOARD
Tuesday, March 10, 2015 - 6:00 P.M.
District Office Governing Board Room
20402 N. 15th Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona
1. Call to Order
Mr. Gregoire, President, called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Mr. Bayer, Mrs. Fisher, Mr. Gregoire, Mrs. O’Brien, and Mrs. Ordway were present. Others in
attendance: Dr. Veitenheimer, Superintendent, and Mr. Calderon, Ms. Hamiton, and Ms.
Hunnicutt, Legal Counsel.
3. Adoption of the Agenda
Mr. Bayer motioned to adopt the Agenda. Mr. Gregoire seconded the motion.
Mrs. Ordway stated that she has not been provided with enough information to be adequately
prepared. In addition, she inquired as to why the Board’s legal counsel was asked to be in
attendance, however the Superintendent’s legal counsel was not afforded the same
opportunity. She has a concern with having a discussion about an employee without the
employee being present and that due process is not being adhered to.
Mr. Gregoire responded that the Governing Board as a whole has not been afforded the
opportunity to consult with legal counsel. He further asked that if the Agenda is adopted, he
would like Item 4.b. be moved prior to 4.a. to allow for conversation to occur with the Board
and its legal counsel.
Mr. Calderon, Board legal counsel, explained that in regards to Item 4.a., he and the
Superintendent’s legal counsel have a difference of opinion relative to the provisions of the
Arizona Open Meeting Law. So the Board can move forward, Mr. Calderon offered to decline
participation in the Executive Session so neither parties’ legal representative would be
present.
Mrs. Fisher, Mrs. O’Brien and Mrs. Ordway requested clarification as to what the purpose of
Item 4.b. is as they were each under the impression that the Executive Session was called to
have a conversation with the Superintendent on issues related to Policy CBA and the impact it
has on his contract.
Mrs. O’Brien expressed her concern with the fact that additional items were added to this
Agenda in an untimely manner and after numerous requests for information in regards to the
added item, was responded to with an answer that she would have to wait for the meeting to
find out. As a result, she could not properly prepare for the Executive Session discussion.
Mrs. Fisher shared concern that all Board members were not advised that the Superintendent
had received a Notice and questioned the authorization of that decision.
Mr. Calderon explained that on February 13, 2015 the Superintendent provided the Board
with a memorandum that raised significant questions and concerns and as a result his legal
advice was sought by the Board President. The first Executive Session was scheduled so the
Board could have conversation with the Superintendent to address any questions or concerns.
Independent of the first Executive Session, the Board would the option of a second Executive
Session with the Board’s legal counsel to provide direction, if any.
Mr. Gregoire stated the he was concerned that the Superintendent’s memorandum addressed
issues other than just Policy CBA and that it also indicated there had been discussions with his
attorney so to respond to the memorandum, Mr. Gregoire sought advice from the Board’s
legal counsel.
Mrs. Fisher questioned the decision to have a meeting with an employee and to not allow that
employee to have legal representation.
At the disagreement of some Board members, Mr. Calderon stated that it would be a violation
of Arizona Open Meeting Law for the employee to have representation in Executive Session.
He was also reminded that Board Policy allows for an employee to be afforded representation
during discussions.
The Board majority questioned the authority of the Board President to, on his own and
without notification to other members, make the decision to Notice the Superintendent.
Mrs. Ordway recalled that during her tenure, the Board had never provided the
Superintendent a Notice when they request to have a conversation with him. She further
stated that when an employee receives a Notice there usually is a performance issue and
action is taken.
Mrs. Fisher moved to amend the motion to Adopt the Agenda and go into Executive Session
with both attorneys, the Superintendent, and the Board to discuss Item 4.b. Discussion of
Superintendent’s Performance and Employment Agreement. Mrs. O’Brien seconded the
motion. The motion carried (5-0).
Minutes for the Special Meeting
March 10, 2015
Page 2 of 2
4. Call for an EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Ms. Fisher motioned that the Governing Board hold an Executive Session for the purpose set forth in Item 4.b. on
the agenda. Mrs. O’Brien seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0).
a. Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.1 – Discussion or consideration of employment, assignment,
appointment, promotion, demotion, dismissal, salaries, disciplining or resignation of a public
officer, appointee or employee of any public body – Discussion of Superintendent’s Performance
***This Item was removed at the Adoption of the Agenda
b. Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.A.3 – Discussion or consultation for legal advice with the attorney
or attorneys of the public body – Discussion of Superintendent’s Performance and Employment Agreement
5. Adjournment
Mr. Bayer motioned to adjourn the meeting at 7:12 p.m. Mrs. O’Brien seconded the motion. The motion carried
(5-0).
UNAPPROVED
AgendaAgenda
MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BOARD
Tuesday, March 10, 2015 - 7:00 P.M.
District Office Governing Board Room
20402 N. 15th Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Gregoire, President, called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m.
2. PRESENTATION OF COLORS
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Deer Valley High School Air Force JROTC Color Guard Presented the Colors and led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL
Mr. Bayer, Mrs. Fisher, Mr. Gregoire, Mrs. O’Brien, and Mrs. Ordway were present. Others in
attendance: Dr. Veitenheimer, Superintendent, and Associate Superintendents Mrs. Anderson,
Dr. Galligan, Mr. Hoover, and Mr. Migliorino.
4. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
Mr. Bayer motioned to adopt the Agenda moving Consent Agenda Items 8.A.1. and 8.A.2. for
separate consideration prior to Action Item 9, and moving Action Item 9.A. to follow Old
Business Item 7.A. Mrs. Fisher seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0).
5. AWARDS, ACHIEVEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS
A. Winter Sports Awards
The Governing Board recognized the following Individual State Wrestling Champions:
Danny Reyes, Barry Goldwater High School, Coach Andy Alejandero; Jacob Swift, Deer
Valley High School, Coach Dave Severn; Taylor Rich, Sandra Day O’Connor High School,
Coach Adam Weeden. They also recognized the Mountain Ridge High School Cheer Team
as State Champions.
B. Athletic Trainer Appreciation Month
The Governing Board recognized the District’s high school athletic trainers: Kim Rogers and
Ashley Castro from Mountain Ridge High School; Kevin Riegle and Jessica Rushforth from
Deer Valley High School.
C. Demonstration Classrooms of Excellence
The Governing Board recognized the following Demonstration Classrooms of Excellence:
Anna Kramer, 3rd Grade, Diamond Canyon School; Rachel Swiatowiec, 7th Grade, Deer
Valley Middle School; and Mindi Wagner, 3rd Grade, Diamond Canyon School.
6. REPORTS
A. Governing Board
Mrs. Ordway reported that she participated in the first two ASBA Spring Legal Webinar
Series and attended the Sierra Verde staff production of Shrek. She attended the Education
Rally at the State Capitol where she had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Eric Meyer who
reassured her that notifying your legislators of issues that concern you truly does make a
difference and she urged the community to continue to email their elected officials. She
also visited the new computer learning lab at Boulder Creek High School and participated
in Junior Achievement at New River Elementary. She reminded the Board that when making
decisions it is important to receive all of the facts and to keep students first.
Mrs. O’Brien reported that she visited with Principal Weinman who gave her a tour of
the Village Meadows campus where she was able to spend time with students in classrooms.
She also attended the teacher performance of Shrek at Sierra Verde School. She had the
opportunity to attend a Women and Politics Workshop and have conversations with likeminded women about education in Arizona. Along with fellow Board members, teacher and
administrators, she participated in the Education Rally/Budget protest at the State Capitol.
Mrs. Fisher thanked Lisa Best, Terramar School parent, and all those who helped her
efforts to rally at the Capitol. She was pleased to see community members, teachers, staff,
administrators, and board members unite and come together for kids. She made the
statement that rumors are hurtful, rarely contain fact, and the only control a person has
when hearing a rumor is how they react to it. She recently heard that supervisors at the
district office were telling staff that the Board members hate them and plan to fire them so
they should start looking for other jobs. She expressed concern with the rumor and stated
that she has not said anything of that sort and further stated that she has never heard
another Board Member say anything like that. She urged everyone to stop the gossip, ask
questions, send emails, and get the facts so the district can unite as difficult decisions about
budget reductions are being made.
UNAPPROVED Minutes for the Regular Board Meeting
March 10, 2015
Page 2 of 5
Mr. Bayer concurs with Mrs. Fisher’s statement about rumors. He reported that he visited the Desert Sky
Middle School woodshop class where the students presented him with a plaque and walking stick they made for
his continued support of the program. During his visit he was also able to spend time with the school band. He
thanked Principal Resetar and the staff of Desert Sky Middle for their hospitality.
Mr. Gregoire visited Terramar School and commended the Dads of Great Students (DOGS) program. He also
attended the Education Rally and thanked Lisa Best and all who participated.
B. Superintendent
Superintendent Veitenheimer thanked Mrs. Fisher for her comments related to unity and rumors and stated that
he has the utmost confidence in the ethical behavior of the administrative team and would be highly disappointed
if there was any truth to the rumor she heard.
C. Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
1. State Testing – AzMERIT, AIMS Science, Civics
Dr. Gayle Galligan, Associate Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, introduced Research
and Data Manager, Mary Beth Hyland and Secondary Academics Manager, Kathy Borgesen who provided the
Board with an update on State testing and the administrations preparation for the AzMERIT testing that will
begin in April. Ms. Hyland provided information about the new civics test graduation requirement, the students
that will take the AzMERIT assessment, the test delivery method (computer or paper). The ADE directive is
that in the next two years, all schools will participate using the computer-based test. Ms. Borgesen reviewed
the testing schedule and technology needs required for the computer-based test. Ms. Hyland shared the
training the staff training has received and the steps being taken to prepare the students for the assessment.
Finally, she reviewed communication strategies used for a smooth transition to the new assessment.
D. Fiscal & Business Services
1. Student Enrollment Report
Mr. Migliorino, Associate Superintendent of Fiscal and Business Services, reported Student Enrollment through
February 26, 2015 was 33,785 with a .7% change from last year.
2. District Financial Report
Mr. Migliorino reviewed the Maintenance and Operations (M&O), Student activity and Student Auxiliary
monthly reports for the month ended February, 2015.
7. OLD BUSINESS
A. Approval of the 4-8 Social Studies Adoption and 9-12 Social Studies Adoption per RFP #14-022
Mr. Bayer motioned that the Governing Board accept the Administration’s and the Social Studies Adoption
Committee’s recommendation to approve the 4-8 Social Studies adoption materials and supplemental resources
and award RFP #14-022 as listed on the solicitation results for High School Social Studies Textbooks and Materials
for Fiscal Year 2015-16, with optional annual renewal for four (4) additional years, expiring June 30, 2020. Mrs.
Ordway seconded the motion.
Mr. Migliorino clarified for the Board that the M&O budget would not benefit if they do not approve this adoption.
Mr. Bayer questioned if the legislative changes would affect this adoption, making the purchase of new resources
obsolete. Dr. Galligan responded that the current materials are outdated, prior to September 11, 2000. She
further stated that Social Studies curriculum is not part of Common Core and she does not foresee changes to the
Social Studies standards.
Mr. Bayer would like to have parent committee members represented who are not district staff members. He
would also like committee meetings to be held at time of day that parents are able to attend.
Mrs. Ordway had concern with budget reductions and professional development opportunities for teachers. Dr.
Galligan explained that the vendor provides training that is included in the cost.
Mrs. Fisher inquired about the approval timeline and Dr. Galligan explained that they would like to have the
materials prior to the end of the current school year.
The motion carried (4-1).
***9. A. Approve the Recommendation for Elementary #30 School Name, Mascot, and Colors
Mrs. Sharon Matt, principal, presented the name of Sonoran Foothills for the E#30 campus. The colors are cobalt
blue, silver, and black and the mascot is the Bobcat.
Mr. Gregoire motioned that the Governing Board approve the name of Sonoran Foothills for the Elementary #30
campus. Mrs. Ordway seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0).
8. CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Bayer motioned the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to approve Consent Agenda
Items 8.A.3 through 8.H.10. Mrs. Ordway seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0).
A. Approve Minutes
1. Approve the Minutes for the Executive Session on January 26, 2015
***This Item was removed for separate consideration at the Adoption of the Agenda
2. Approve the Minutes for the Study Session on January 26, 2015
***This Item was removed for separate consideration at the Adoption of the Agenda
3. Approve the Minutes for the Executive Session on January 27, 2015
The Governing Board approved the Minutes for the Executive Session on January 27, 2015.
UNAPPROVED Minutes for the Regular Board Meeting
March 10, 2015
Page 3 of 5
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
8. A.
4. Approve the Minutes for the Regular Governing Board Meeting on January 27, 2015
The Governing Board approved the Minutes for the Regular Governing Board Meeting on January 27, 2015.
5. Approve the Minutes for the Regular Governing Board Meeting on February 10, 2015
The Governing Board approved the Minutes for the Regular Governing Board Meeting on February 10, 2015.
6. Approve the Minutes for the Study Session on February 21, 2015
The Governing Board approved the Minutes for the Study Session on February 21, 2015.
7. Approve the Minutes for the Study Session on February 21, 2015
The Governing Board approved the Minutes for the Study Session on February 21, 2015.
8. Approve the Minutes for the Regular Governing Board Meeting on February 24, 2015
The Governing Board approved the Minutes for the Regular Governing Board Meeting on February 24, 2015.
Approve Payroll Voucher #18 in the amount of $7,228,808.48, and Expense Vouchers on the Voucher
Summary Sheet in the amount of $6,181,418.71 for Fiscal Year 2014-15
The Governing Board approved Payroll Voucher #18 in the amount of $7,228,808.48, and Expense Vouchers on
the Voucher Summary Sheet in the amount of $6,181,418.71 for Fiscal Year 2014-15.
Approve Donations
The Governing Board approved donations, on behalf of the district, in the amount of $500.
Approve Addenda Contracts
The Governing Board approved Addenda Contracts. A copy is attached to the official Minutes.
Authorization to Enter into Additional Sole Source Contracts for Fiscal Year 2014-15
The Governing Board gave the Administration authorization to enter into Additional Sole Source Contracts for
Fiscal Year 2014-15.
Approve Intergovernmental Agreement between Deer Valley Unified School District and West-MEC
for Joint Technical Education Programs
The Governing Board approved the Intergovernmental Agreement between Deer Valley Unified School District
and West-MEC for Joint Technical Education Programs.
Approve Resolution Reducing the District’s Square Footage on the School Facilities Board Inventory
The Governing Board approved the Resolution reducing the district’s square footage on the School Facilities Board
inventory.
Student Travel
1. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Sandra Day O’Connor High School to attend FCCLA
State held in Tucson, Arizona from March 30 through April 1, 2015.
2. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Boulder Creek High School to attend FBLA Arizona
State Leadership Conference held in Tucson, Arizona from April 8 through April 10, 2015.
3. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Deer Valley High School to attend ABODA/AMEA
All-State Honors Festival held in Tucson, Arizona from April 16 through April 18, 2015.
4. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Sandra Day O’Connor High School to attend DECA
International Career Development Conference held in Orlando, Florida from April 24 through April 29, 2015.
5. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Sunset Ridge to attend Grand Canyon National Park
held in Williams and Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona on April 24, 2015.
6. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Boulder Creek High School to attend Acting Workshops
held in Anaheim, California from April 30 through May 3, 2015.
7. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Sandra Day O’Connor High School to attend Pima
Air Museum held in Tucson, Arizona on May 6, 2015.
8. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Sierra Verde to attend Disney’s Youth Education
Leadership held in Anaheim, California from May 15 through May 17, 2015.
9. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Deer Valley High School to attend Football
Camp held in Irvine, California from July 21 through July 26, 2015.
10. The Governing Board approved travel for students from Sandra Day O’Connor High School to attend
Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and New York, New York from
June 1 through June 5, 2015.
Approve Minutes
1. Approve the Minutes for the Executive Session on January 26, 2015
Mr. Bayer motioned that the Governing Board approve the Minutes for the Executive Session on January 26,
2015. Mr. Gregoire seconded the motion.
Mrs. Ordway does not believe the Minutes accurately reflect what occurred. She stated that what transpired
was the meeting was called to order, four Board members were in attendance, there was a motion to adopt
the agenda with Mrs. Ordway and Mrs. O’Brien voting no and Mr. Gregoire and Mrs. Fisher voting yes making
it a 2-2 vote. At that juncture in time, Mr. Gregoire had a conversation with Mr. Cantelme that was not a
conversation that included the rest of the Board, and Mr. Gregoire also made a private phone call and Mr.
Bayer arrived at 6:38.
The motion carried (3-2). Mrs. O’Brien requested a roll call vote: Mr. Bayer–yea; Mrs. Fisher-yea; Mr.
Gregoire-yea; Mrs. O’Brien-nay; Mrs. Ordway-nay.
UNAPPROVED Minutes for the Regular Board Meeting
March 10, 2015
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2. Approve the Minutes for the Study Session on January 26, 2015
Mr. Bayer motioned the Governing Board approve the Minutes for the Study Session on January 26, 2015.
Mrs. Fisher seconded the motion.
Mrs. Fisher stated that the revision made to the item changed the breath of the meeting and would like to
revert to the original submitted Minutes.
Mr. Gregoire stated there is an Agenda Item to discuss Board disagreement with the Minutes. Mr. Gregoire
motioned to table this Item. Mr. Bayer seconded the motion. The motion failed (2-3).
Mrs. O’Brien moved to amend the motion that the Governing Board adopt the Minutes originally submitted
for the January 26, 2015 Study Session. Mrs. Fisher seconded the motion. The motion carried.
9. ACTION
A. Approve the Recommendation for Elementary #30 School Name, Mascot, and Colors
***This Item was moved to follow Old Business Item 7.A.
B. Additional Reading and Possible Revision to Policy CBA – Qualifications and Duties of Superintendent
Mrs. Fisher motioned to reconsider the Governing Board’s adoption of Policy CBA and further move that the
Governing Board adopt Policy CBA as proposed at the last regular board meeting, except delete from the policy
the following paragraph: Recommends to the Board the transfer or reassignment of administrative employees.
When necessary, the Superintendent may transfer or reassign administrative employees contingent on
subsequent Board approval/ratification at the next regularly scheduled Board meeting on which the matter can
be placed under the notice requirements of the Arizona Open Meeting Law. Upon reconsideration with that
deletion, she further moved that the Governing Board re-adopt the policy. Mr. Gregoire seconded the motion.
Mrs. Ordway is not comfortable with the timeline which allows only five days and feels it is a disservice to the
employees and she does not agree with any changes to this Policy.
The motion carried (3-2).
C. Approve Human Resources Changes
Mr. Bayer motioned that the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to approve the
Human Resources Changes. Mrs. Fisher seconded the motion.
Mr. Hoover explained this Item has been moved from Consent Agenda. He provided a summary of the Human
Resources changes.
Mrs. Ordway questioned the intent of moving Human Resources Changes to Action when the Board is unable to
speak about the changes. She has concern with the number of employees who recently decided to resign and
urges them to complete an exit interview or survey.
Mrs. O’Brien concurred with Mrs. Ordway.
The motion carried (5-0).
D. Direct the Superintendent regarding whether any Administrative Positions should be Eliminated,
Consolidated, or Reorganized to Deal with Forthcoming Budgetary Reductions
Pursuant to Policy CBA just revised Mrs. Fisher motioned that the Superintendent renew or non-renew
administrative and exempt employees as he deems prudent or necessary for cost savings to deal with the
forthcoming budgetary reductions upon the conditions that all non-renewals be made no later than April 15.
There was no second.
Mrs. Fisher moved to amend the motion that positions be eliminated from administrative staff as a cost savings
measure in response to the forthcoming budgetary reductions the District is being forced to make. There was
no second.
Mr. Bayer motioned to table this Item for further clarification. Mrs. Fisher seconded the motion. The motion
carried (5-0).
E. Direct the Superintendent Regarding the Distribution of Contracts for Administrative and Exempt
Employees
Mr. Bayer motioned that pursuant to Policy CBA just revised, the Governing Board direct the Superintendent to
renew or non-renew administrative and exempt employees as he deems prudent or necessary for cost savings
to deal with the forthcoming budgetary reductions, on the condition that all non-renewals be made no later
than April 15, 2015, the statutory deadline. Mr. Gregoire seconded the motion.
Mrs. Ordway asked how the Board can direct the Superintendent to do this when the Board hasn’t directed him
on what he needs to do.
Mrs. Fisher stated the direction was given at the February 21, 2015 Study Session to have the Superintendent
make reductions beginning at the district office and Mr. Gregoire concurred.
Superintendent Veitenheimer explained Item 9.D. and 9.E. were placed on the Agenda at the Board’s request
and the intent is to direct the Superintendent on certain positions the Board would like to have eliminated.
Mrs. Ordway does not feel the Board should give direction on what positions to cut without being completely
informed.
The motion carried (5-0).
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March 10, 2015
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10.
11.
12.
13.
F. Direct the Superintendent Regarding the Resolution of Contested Governing Board Minutes
Mr. Bayer motioned the Governing Board direct the Superintendent regarding the resolution of contested Board
Minutes. Mrs. Fisher seconded the motion.
Superintendent Veitenheimer proposed that if Minutes are contested for reasons other than grammatical or
clerical error, the audio tape be attached to the Minutes.
Mrs. Fisher requested that a Board Member request that a statement be on the record, that the minutes reflect
the statement accurately.
The motion carried (5-0).
G. Approve a Pre-Construction Services Contract for the 2015 Facilities and Maintenance Summer
Improvements using the Construction Manager At-Risk Method
Mr. Bayer motioned that the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to award a PreConstruction Services contract for the 2015 Summer Improvements Projects to Skyline Builders, using the
Construction Manager At-Risk Method contingent on successful negotiation of a pre-construction services
contract. Mrs. Ordway seconded the motion.
Mr. Migliorino reviewed the facilities and maintenance improvements scheduled for summer 2015.
The motion carried (5-0).
PREVIEW
There were no Preview Items.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following spoke about the benefits of the Renaissance Program: Matt Pollock, Lixun Tang, Courtland Kaye, Lou
Ann Klose, Chris DeWald, Felicity Swint.
Myong Covert spoke about the behavior of the Governing Board.
The following spoke about budget reductions: Mark Kafouros, Lisa Best, Maria Leyva, Vicki Jones.
Darcy Tweedy spoke about putting students first.
FUTURE MEETINGS AND DATES TO REMEMBER
March 13, 2015 – Staff Development - Early Release K-12
March 19-20, 2015 – Parent/Teacher Conferences – Early Release K-12
March 24, 2015 – Regular Governing Board Meeting
March 30-April 3, 2015 – Spring Break
April 14, 2015 Regular Governing Board Meeting
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Bayer motioned to adjourn the meeting at 9:53 p.m. Mrs. O’Brien seconded the motion. The motion carried
(5-0).
UNAPPROVED
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BOARD
Monday, March 16, 2015 - 6:00 P.M.
District Office Governing Board Room
20402 N. 15th Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona
1. Call to Order
Mr. Gregoire, President, called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Mr. Bayer, Mrs. Fisher, Mr. Gregoire, and Mrs. Ordway were present. Others in attendance:
Dr. Veitenheimer, Superintendent, and Mr. Haws, Legal Counsel
3. Adoption of the Agenda
Mr. Bayer motioned to adopt the Agenda. Mrs. Fisher seconded the motion. The motion
carried (4-0).
4. Call for an EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Mr. Gregoire motioned that the Governing Board hold an Executive Session for the purpose
set forth in Item 4.a. on the Agenda. Mr. Bayer seconded the motion. The motion carried
(4-0).
***Mrs. O’Brien participated telephonically at 6:02 p.m.
a. Pursuant to A.R.S. §§ 38-431.03(A)3 & 4: Discussion or consultation for legal
advice with the District’s attorney or attorneys; Discussion or consultation with
the attorneys of the public body in order to consider its position and instruct its
attorneys regarding the public body’s position regarding contracts that are the
subject of negotiations, in pending or contemplated litigation or in settlement
discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation – Mediation under the
auspices of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals for the Dobbs/Allen appeals.
5. Adjournment
Mr. Bayer motioned to adjourn the meeting at 7:05 p.m. Mrs. Fisher seconded the motion.
The motion carried (4-0).
8.B.
VOUCHERS
Copy of the vouchers available upon request
(The Voucher Report is available for inspection in the Fiscal Services
Department during District business hours, 24 hours prior to the day of
the meeting.)
8.C.
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Approve Donations
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
KCD
Policy Reference
15-342
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Description – Attached is a summary list of donations that have been given to various schools.
Rationale – According to A.R.S. 15-342 and District policy KCD, the board must approve all donations
received by the district.
Fiscal Impact – The total amount being approved at this time is $650. The total received for the
2014-15 school year is $123,822.57.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION –
That the Governing Board accept the Administration's recommendation to approve donations, on behalf of
the district, in the amount of $650.
Submitted by
Jim Migliorino
Associate Superintendent
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
8.D.
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Approve Addenda Contracts
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
None
Policy Reference
15-502
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Description – Attached is a listing of the award of compensation for duties assigned to staff district wide
for the current year. This list is reflected by categories.
Rationale – The Governing Board must approve all addenda contracts pursuant to A.R.S. §15-502.
Fiscal Impact – The attached list shows the amount requested for each addenda contract.
IBN Addenda are negotiated agreements funded from M&O.
Non-IBN Addenda are established and approved by each supervisor and are typically paid from nonM&O funds such as: State and Federal Grants, eSchool funds, Student Activity, Gifts and Donations, Tax
Credits, Civic Center, Community Schools, Bookstore/Athletics, etc..
A copy of the addenda list will be attached to the official minutes.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION –
That the Governing Board accept the Administration's recommendation to approve the addenda contracts
in the attached listing.
Submitted by
Jim Migliorino
Associate Superintendent
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
8.E.
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Authorization to Enter into Additional Cooperative Purchasing Contracts for Fiscal Year
2014-15
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
DJE/DJB-R
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Description – It is recommended that the Governing Board authorize the Administration to purchase from
the attached list of vendors using cooperative purchasing contracts and develop miscellaneous blanket
purchase agreements for the 2014-15 fiscal year. This is a list of anticipated cooperative purchases for
Fiscal Year 2014. The list includes requests that are expected to arise during the year. By approving
these vendors and amounts now, we are able to process requisitions without delay. These are only
estimates and total purchases may be lower. If total purchases appear as if they will exceed these
amounts, we will request additional approval at a future board meeting.
Rationale – According to State Board of Education Rules and Regulations and District policy, the board
must approve all contract purchases over $100,000. In order to ensure continuity in the payment of
ongoing expenses, the Governing Board is being asked to authorize the Administration to proceed with
contracts to these suppliers as the need arises. From time to time, it may be necessary to come to the
Governing Board with additional cooperative purchase contracts not on this list.
Fiscal Impact – Funds for these contract purchases have been included in the District’s expenditure
budget for the 2014-15 school year.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION –
That the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to give the Administration
Authorization to Enter into Additional Cooperative Purchasing Contracts for Fiscal Year 2014-15.
Submitted by
Jim Migliorino
Associate Superintendent
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
8.F.
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Approve Student Travel
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2014
IJOA
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
1. Approve travel for students from Barry Goldwater High School to attend DECA International
Career Development Conference held in Orlando, Florida from April 24 through April 29,
2015.
2. Approve travel for students from Deer Valley High School to attend DECA International
Career Development Conference held in Orlando, Florida from April 24 through April 29,
2015.
3. Approve travel for students from Desert Sky Middle School to attend Arizona State Student
Council Convention held in Fort McDowell, Arizona from May 7 through May 8, 2015.
4. Approve travel for students from Boulder Creek High School to attend several historic sites in
Jerome held in Jerome, Arizona from May 16 through May 17, 2015.
5. Approve travel for students from Sandra Day O'Connor High School to attend Civil War
History Encounter held in Richmond, Virginia, Gettysburg, PA, Antietam, MD, and
Washington, D.C. from June 1 through June 6, 2015.
6. Approve travel for students from Mountain Ridge High School to attend American Youth BILT
Camp held in La Mirada, California from July 27 through July 31, 2015.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION –
That the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to approve the Student Travel.
Submitted by
Krista Anderson
Associate Superintendent
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
Deer Valley Unified School District
Governing Board Meeting
March 24, 2015
OUT OF VALLEY OR OVER NIGHT STUDENT TRAVEL
School
Date(s) of
Travel
Name of Event
Barry Goldwater
High School
4/24-29/15
Deer Valley
High School
4/24-29/15
DECA
International
Career
Development
DECA
International
Career
Development
Desert Sky
Middle School
5/7-8/15
Arizona State
Council
Convention
Boulder Creek
High School
5/16-17/15
Historic Sites
Sandra Day
O'Connor High
School
Mountain Ridge
High School
Fiscal Impact
at no Cost to
District
Description
Rationale
Orlando, FL
$
7,264.00
Conference
To further develop the objected of DECA.
Orlando, FL
$
7,064.00
Conference
Fort McDowell,
AZ
$
2,940.00
Convention
$
1,629.02
Historic Sites
To further develop the objected of DECA.
An enriching experience with over 30
other Arizona schools that allows students
to meet with others and vote on issues
from State Councils.
Leadership activities that allow the
exploration of several historical sites in
Arizona.
Students will participate in a six day
history encounter experiencing historical
tours reenactments.
Players will improve their skill level.
Location
6/1-5/15
Civil War
History
Encounter
Jerome, AZ
Richmond,
Gettysburg,
Antietam, and
D.C.
$
18,451.09
Academy of
American Studies
7/27-31/15
American Youth
BILT camp
La Mirada, CA
$
30,000.00
Camp
Action
9.A.
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Approve Human Resources Changes
Date assigned for Board consideration: March 24, 2015
CBA/GCG/GDG
15-502/15-503
Policy Reference A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Governing Board approves all Human Resource changes per Governing Board policy and Arizona
Revised Statutes.
New Hires
Administrative
Certified
Classified
Exempt
VIP Assignments
Substitutes:
Certified
Classified
Resignation
Resignations/Terminations
53
12
-
79
18
5
-
15
3
-
Leaves
14
10
1
-
Transfers/Reassignments
42
25
-
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION
That the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to approve the Human Resources
Changes.
Submitted by
Chuck Hoover
Associate Superintendent
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
Board Date 03.24.15
HUMAN RESOURCES CHANGES
NEW HIRES - CERTIFIED-Board Approval Required
Hauptman, Danielle
DVHS 1.0 Nurse
NEW HIRES - CLASSIFIED-Board Approval Required
Barbu, Mihai
BE
Custodian II 9 mo-4.0 hrs./
Custodian II 12 mo-4.0 hrs.
Bube, Charles
GB
Crossing Guard-2.0 hrs.
Courtney, Summer
SV
Paraprofessional-6.75 hrs.
Esposito, Jennifer
SV
Custodian II-8.0 hrs.
Hembree, Carolyn
SH
K-Monitor-1.5 hrs.
Lebhart, Kimberly
SH
C.S. Assistant-2.0 hrs.
Mason, Jailen
VM Instructional Assistant-6.75 hrs.
Rytter, Karyssa
TR
Bus Driver-6.0 hrs.
Sergeant, James
CC
Monitor-2.0 hrs.
Tegeler, Richard
TR
Bus Driver-6.0 hrs.
Effective 03/04/15
Effective 03/02/15
Effective 03/16/15
Effective 03/05/15
Effective 03/09/15
Effective 03/11/15
Effective 03/16/15
Effective 03/16/15
Effective 03/16/15 REVISED
Effective 03/09/15
Effective 03/16/15
RESIGNATIONS/NON-RENEWALS/TERMINATIONS – EXEMPT
Board Approval Required
Hoffman, Stacy
DO
Assessment Coordinator
Effective 06/30/15
Kube, Sandy
DO
Manager-CIPL
Effective 06/30/15
Medved, Michelle
DO
Manager-World Language
Effective 03/20/15
Morris, Ashley
DO
Communications Specialist
Effective 03/10/15
Portonova, Nick
DO
Acting Director-Transportation
Effective 06/30/15
RESIGNATIONS/NON-RENEWALS/TERMINATIONS – CERTIFIED
Board Approval Required
Anderson, Nolan
SOHS 1.0 Math
Effective 05/29/15
Andrejko, Jynelle
SOHS 1.0 Math
Effective 05/29/15
Arnold, Danielle
SOHS 0.6 Math
Effective 05/29/15
Aronowitz, Jessica
DC
1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Bauer, Bethany
DE
1.0 Pre-K Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Beasley, Joseph
PM
1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Birnbaum, Lisa
HMS 1.0 7th/8th Grade Language Arts
Effective 05/29/15
Bohling, Seth
DM 1.0 Music
Effective 05/29/15
Boykin, Kelsey
DSMS 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Brill, Jessica
BCHS 1.0 Social Studies
Effective 05/29/15
th
Buggie, Kathleen
HLS 1.0 8 Grade Math
Effective 05/29/15
Burg, Lisa
PH
1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Capps, Julie
DO
1.0 Psychologist
Effective 06/05/15
Carpenter, Tracey
BGHS 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Chandler, Katherine
DVHS 0.8 Life Management
Effective 05/29/15
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Board Date 03.24.15
RESIGNATIONS/NON-RENEWALS/TERMINATIONS – CERTIFIED-(Continued)
Board Approval Required
Conwell, Ashton
AH
1.0 5th Grade
Effective 05/29/15
th
Effective 05/29/15
Coughanour, Amy
HLS 1.0 6 Grade
Effective 05/29/15
Coy, Shanna
SV
1.0 6th Grade
Cunningham, Melissa
HMS 1.0 7th/8th Grade Language Arts
Effective 05/29/15
Curran, Holly
DO
1.0 Psychologist
Effective 06/05/15
Dicker, Karen
BE
0.5 Band/
Effective 05/29/15
0.5 Music
Dunklee, Jacob
SOHS 1.0 Science
Effective 05/29/15
st
Effective 05/29/15
Falzon, Lauren
PH
1.0 1 Grade
Ferguson, Tamara
DM 1.0 8th Grade
Effective 05/29/15
Fitzpatrick, Dustin
DVHS 1.0 Social Studies
Effective 05/29/15
Effective 05/29/15
Frackiewicz, Shannon
SV
1.0 1st Grade
Frank, Jenny
CC
1.0 6th Grade
Effective 05/29/15
Goettl, Susan
SR
1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Harkless, Sarah
DO
1.0 Psychologist
Effective 06/05/15
Heimbach, Krystin
SR
1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Helstrom, Kaitlin
VM 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
rd
Herr, Annalise
VM 1.0 3 Grade
Effective 05/29/15
Hollingshead, Ryan
SOHS 0.6 Spanish/
Effective 05/29/15
0.4 Guitar
Jacobus, Holly
DVHS 1.0 Language Arts
Effective 05/26/15
Kilburn, Doug
SOHS 1.0 Math
Effective 05/29/15
Kissinger, Sam
BGHS 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Korman, Shawn
MRHS 1.0 Science
Effective 05/29/15
Latshaw, Penny
DVHS 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
LeBoeuf, Alex
VM 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Lee, Barnabas
VM 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Lemke, Melissa
HMS 1.0 Special Education
Effective 03/31/15 PRP
Lewis-Schultz, Becky
DSMS 1.0 Counselor
Effective 05/29/15 PRP
Lover, Betsie
GB
0.4 Music
Effective 05/29/15
Luter, Dallace
VM 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Maser, Elaine
DVMS 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Moniz, Jason
DVHS 1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
th
Effective 05/29/15
Naasz, Jean
PH
1.0 5 Grade
Naughton, Kevin
HMS 1.0 8th Grade Math
Effective 05/29/15
McKinley, Linda
GB
1.0 Reading Specialist
Effective 08/05/15 PRP
Meiss, Kaitlyn
GP
0.5 Music/
Effective 05/29/15
DM 0.5 Music
Morris, Gail
LB
1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Mueller, Nathan
DVHS 1.0 English
Effective 03/05/15 REV
Effective 06/01/15
Nelson, Joy
LS
1.0 3rd Grade
Newland, Kara
VP
1.0 Math
Effective 05/29/15
Newman, Shanin
CE
1.0 Reading Specialist
Effective 05/29/15
Nygard, Randall
DSMS 1.0 Physical Education
Effective 05/29/15
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Board Date 03.24.15
RESIGNATIONS/NON-RENEWALS/TERMINATIONS – CERTIFIED-(Continued)
Board Approval Required
Ortiz, Claudia
SOHS 1.0 Spanish
Effective 05/29/15
Rain, Erin
BCHS 1.0 Math
Effective 05/29/15
Richards, Jaime
SOHS 1.0 Science
Effective 05/29/15
Effective 08/05/15 PRP
Rogers, Carolyn
WW 1.0 6th Grade
Romero, Michelle
DO
1.0 Psychologist
Effective 06/05/15
Runyan, Jeremy
DVMS 1.0 7th/8th Grade Math
Effective 05/29/15
Sandoval, Erin
BGHS 1.0 Title I Instruct Coach
Effective 05/29/15
Seraichick, Peter
HLS 1.0 Social Studies
Effective 05/29/15
Shetler, Marilyn
BE
1.0 Kindergarten
Effective 05/29/15
Sourant, Kimberly
MRHS 1.0 Social Studies
Effective 05/29/15
nd
Effective 05/29/15 PRP
Sprankle, Susan
NC
1.0 2 Grade
Starling, Robert
SOHS 1.0 Math
Effective 05/29/15
Stout, Catherine
BCHS 1.0 Art
Effective 05/29/15
Velonis, Marianne
HMS 1.0 Exploratory
Effective 05/29/15
Verschoor, Katlin
SOHS 1.0 Math
Effective 05/29/15
Veshi, John
TE
1.0 Special Education
Effective 05/29/15
Warner, Joan
GB
1.0 Physical Education
Effective 05/29/15
rd
Whiteley, Nancy
PM
1.0 3 Grade
Effective 05/29/15
Whitney, Nadine
SOHS 1.0 Math
Effective 05/29/15
th
Will, Robert
MS
1.0 5 Grade
Effective 05/29/15
Effective 05/29/15
Wilson, Paulette
DVMS 1.0 7th Grade Science
Woodruff, Renee
MRHS 1.0 Marketing
Effective 03/31/15 PRP
Wulf, Alison
CS
1.0 1st Grade
Effective 05/29/15
RESIGNATIONS/NON-RENEWALS/TERMINATIONS – CLASSIFIED
Board Approval Required
Apolinar, Josefa
BE
Monitor
Effective 05/28/15
Barnes, Dana
DVMS Maintenance IV
Effective 04/07/15
Bigwood, Ashley
NR
Custodian II
Effective 03/26/15
Coulter, JoAnna
BCHS Monitor II
Effective 02/27/15
Epifani, Franco
TR
Bus Assistant
Effective 04/03/15
Fuller, Marcia
CS
K-Monitor
Effective 03/11/15
Graham, Ramona
DVHS Custodian II
Effective 03/09/15
Hobson, Patty
AH
Crossing Guard
Effective 03/12/15
Moore, Richard
DE
Custodian II
Effective 03/19/15
Poshedly, Joan
HLS Monitor
Effective 02/27/15
Riedel, Cheryl
BGHS Secretary II
Effective 06/05/15
Rock, Christina
DVHS Paraprofessional
Effective 05/28/15
Sisney, Bridget
DE
F.S. Worker II
Effective 03/27/15
Shamoon, Mary
NC
C.S Assistant
Effective 03/27/15
Snyder, Sara
VP
Behavior Technician
Effective 03/24/15
Stroble, Dennis
TR
Bus Driver
Effective 05/29/15
Walsh, Vicki
AN
Monitor
Effective 03/12/15
White, Debra
DVHS Secretary II
Effective 04/06/15 PRP
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Board Date 03.24.15
LEAVES – EXEMPT-Board Approval Required
Hoffman, Stacy
DO
Assessment Coordinator
03/03/15-09/15/15 FMLA/MED
LEAVES – CERTIFIED-Board Approval Required
Branum, Jenna
SS
0.5 1st Grade
Bueno, Graciela
BCHS 1.0 Spanish
Catania, Danielle
TE
1.0 Special Education
Cerreta-Rohlwing, Bridgette WW 1.0 4th Grade
Champion, Ann Marie
HMS 1.0 Counselor
Fontes, Shanin
GP
1.0 8th Grade Math
Reyes, Elizabeth
LS
1.0 Kindergarten
Richardson, Patricia
MS
1.0 3rd Grade
Smith, Jason
CC
1.0 Art
Tolbert, Reita
NC
1.0 Reading Specialist
Vasey, Elizabeth
DO
1.0 Academic Facilitator
Westcott, Barbara
CC
1.0 3rd Grade
03/23/15-04/06/15 MAT/MED EXT
03/13/15-05/04/15 FMLA/MED
03/09/15-05/11/15 FMLA/MAT
02/19/15-05/21/15 FMLA/MAT
02/02/15-03/02/15 FMLA/MED
03/28/15-05/25/15 FMLA/MAT
02/27/15-05/04/15 FMLA/MAT
02/26/15-08/01/15 FMLA/MED
02/05/15-05/29/15 MEDICAL REVISED
03/02/15-03/20/15 FMLA/MED
03/12/15-03/23/15 FMLA/MAT EXT
03/11/15-04/06/15 FMLA/MED
LEAVES – CLASSIFIED-Board Approval Required
Brown, Kelly
NC
C.S. Assistant
Curran, Theresa
DO
Clerk II
Emery, Linda
DO
Payroll/Bookkeeper
Heard, Shawna
CE
Paraprofessional
Lewandowski, Paul
DO
Maintenance VI
Martinez De Pinillos, Mary BE
Paraprofessional
Rossi, Carrie
TR
Bus Assistant
Selbo, Tryg
ES
Maintenance IV
Stapczynski, Jenna
ES
Paraprofessional
Wagner, April
TR
Bus Assistant
02/20/15-08/03/15 FMLA/MED EXT
03/02/15-03/23/15 MEDICAL EXT
03/23/15-05/01/15 FMLA/MED
02/17/15-04/06/15 FMLA/MED
02/10/15-05/11/15 FMLA/WORK COMP
03/06/15-04/06/15 MEDICAL EXT
03/09/15-03/23/15 MEDICAL EXT
03/09/15-04/21/15 FMLA/MED
03/18/15-05/28/15 FMLA/MAT
03/03/15-03/31/15 MEDICAL EXT
TRANSFERS/REASSIGNMENTS-CERTIFIED-(no change in compensation)
Board Information-Approval Not Required
Henry, Susan
HMS 1.0 Exploratory
HMS 1.0 7th/8th Grade Lang. Arts
Slugh, Samantha
DVMS 0.4 Math/
DVMS 0.4 Title I Instruct Coach/
0.6 Title I Math
0.6 Title I Math
Strang, Cynthia
DVMS 0.4 Title I Math/
DVMS 0.4 Title I Math/
0.6 Math
0.6 Title I Instr. Coach
TRANSFERS/REASSIGNMENTS-CLASSIFIED-(change in compensation)
Board Approval Required
Bardsley, Josie
VP
YTP Technician-7.0 hrs.
VP
Barker, Elizabeth
NC
F.S. Worker II- 2.0 hrs.
NC
Bliss, Kathleen
BC
Paraprofessional-6.75 hrs.
BC
AN
Brodeur, Dorothy
TR
Bus Assistant-6.5 hrs.
TR
Campbell, Kimberly
TR
Bus Driver- 6.0 hrs.
TR
Coles, Frances
TR
Bus Driver-6.25 hrs.
TR
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Behavior Tech.-7.0 hrs.
Instructional Asst.-5.0 hrs.
Paraprofessioanl-6.75 hrs./
Crossing Guard-1.0 hrs.
Bus Assistant- 6.75 hrs.
Bus Driver-7.75 hrs.
Bus Driver-8.0 hrs.
Board Date 03.24.15
TRANSFERS/REASSIGNMENTS-CLASSIFIED-(change in compensation)-(Continued)
Board Approval Required
Eyrich, Diane
TR
Bus Driver-7.25 hrs.
TR
Bus Driver-8.0 hrs.
Grumbine, Dale
TR
Bus Driver-6.25 hrs.
TR
Bus Driver-6.75 hrs.
Hummel, Chelsea
TR
Bus Assistant-6.25 hrs.
TR
Bus Assistant-6.5 hrs.
Iorio, Marilyn
HLS K-Monitor-1.5 hrs.
HLS Monitor-2.5 hrs.
James, Cheryl
DO
Receptionist-8.0 hrs.
DO
Buyer-8.0 hrs.
Jones, Cynthia
MRHS Clerk II-8.0 hrs.
DVHS YTP Career Tech-7.0 hrs.
King, Megann
TR
Bus Assistant-6.0 hrs.
TR
Bus Assistant-7.5 hrs.
Loes, Ginger
CC
Monitor-2.0 hrs./
CC
Instructional Asst.-3.0 hrs.
Instructional Asst.-3.0 hrs.
Marshall, Richard
TR
Bus Driver-6.0 hrs.
TR
Bus Driver-6.25 hrs.
Moffett, Mark
TR
Bus Driver-6.0 hrs.
TR
Bus Driver-6.25 hrs.
O’Donnell, Cynthia
AN
K-Monitor-1.5 hrs.
AN
K-Monitor-1.5 hrs./
CS
Paraprofessional-2.5 hrs.
Behavior Technician-7.0 hrs.
Osterman, Margaret
TE
Accounting Clerk I-8.0 hrs.
VP
Patane, Frances
TR
Bus Driver-6.0 hrs.
TR
Bus Driver-6.5 hrs.
Ruby, Paul
TR
Bus Driver-7.5 hrs.
TR
Bus Driver-8.0 hrs.
Shoemaker, Judith
TR
Bus Assistant-6.25 hrs.
TR
Bus Assistant-6.0 hrs.
Therrien, Joni
NR
K-Monitor-1.5 hrs./
NR
K-Monitor-1.5 hrs./
Monitor-2.0 hrs.
Monitor-2.0 hrs./
Custodian II-4.0 hrs.
Thompson-Kingsley, Christina TR
Bus Driver-6.5 hrs.
TR
Bus Driver-7.0 hrs.
Zwar, Edward
TR
Bus Driver-6.0 hrs.
TR
Bus Driver-8.0 hrs.
TRANSFERS/REASSIGNMENTS-CLASSIFIED-(no change in compensation)
Board Information-Approval Not Required
Ruta, CeAnn
DO
CIPL Secretary V-8.0 hrs.
DO
IS&T Secretary V-8.0 hrs.
SUBSTITUTES
Board Approval Required
(“At will” employees; no right to continued employment)
CERTIFIED
Bila, Kerry
Ferreter-Smith, Kyle
Furman, Heidi
Kunka, Alice
Northrop, Kathleen
Bonnesen, Logan
Fogel-Masiello, Jill
Halpin, Michael
McFoy, Taryn
Sierp, Alezandra
Contreras, Philip
Fucci, Matthew
Huston, Elizabeth
Milligan, Sean
Terry, Jessica
CLASSIFIED
Rutherford, Debra
Schmitt, Deanne
Vitorovic, Zorica
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Board Date 03.24.15
HR CHANGES FOR 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
NEW HIRES - CLASSIFIED-Board Approval Required
Tuttle, Girlene
TR
Computer Specialist-8.0 hrs.
Warren, Michelle
NC
Attendance/Register Clerk-8.0 hrs.
NEW HIRES - CERTIFIED-Board Approval Required
Ambrose, Morgan
SR
1.0 Music
Banegas, Sara
DO
1.0 Psychologist Intern
Bicanin-Ferguson, Radmila DVHS 1.0 Biology
Bondi, Lynn
MRHS 0.6 English
Brosch, Morgan
DVHS 0.8 Biology
Burk, Ashley
DVHS 0.8 Dance
Cawley, Mary Ann
SF
1.0 7th Grade Science
Christean, Natasha
PH
1.0 Kindergarten
Cleghorn, Kelly
SS
1.0 Language Arts
Cosentino-Shaffer, Kathleen BE
1.0 Special Education
Crook, Jessica
PH
1.0 2nd Grade
Dan, Yin
GP
1.0 Mandarin
Darney, Jessica
SH
1.0 7th Grade Science
Delleree, Victoria
DVMS 1.0 8th Grade Science
Durell, Marianne
SV
0.5 Exploratory
Durgin, Summer
GB
1.0 Kindergarten
Ferdman, Jennifer
TE
1.0 2nd Grade
Fischer, Christine
DSMS 1.0 Special Education
Fowler, Amie
GP
1.0 7th/8th Grade Science
Garrett, Candace
DE
1.0 2nd Grade
Geiser, Lesly
BGHS 1.0 Spanish
Gellings, Casey
GB
1.0 6th Grade
Getty, Amy
TE
1.0 8th Grade Language Arts
Gillotti, Taylor
DC
1.0 2nd Grade
Glenn, Samantha
ES
0.5 Music/
0.5 Band
Gregory, Suzanne
SF
1.0 Special Education
Harris, Alison
NC
1.0 7th Grade Language Arts
Hanen, Janet
LB
1.0 Music
Hoffman, Stacy
DO
1.0 ELD Site Coordinator
Humphrey, Katherine
BCHS 1.0 Special Education
Killeen, Aaron
TE
1.0 7th/8th Grade Math
Kujan, Whitney
NC
1.0 2nd Grade
Kurtz, Tiffany
SOHS 0.8 Business Marketing
Leach, Ann
DO
1.0 Speech Pathologist
Mastroddi, Allison
ME
0.6 Art
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Board Date 03.24.15
NEW HIRES - CERTIFIED-Board Approval Required-(Continued)
Minana, Alexis
AN
1.0 8th Grade Language Arts
Mullins, Mary Kay
DC
1.0 Special Education
Nunes, Gemeniano
DVHS 1.0 Spanish
Pelegrin, Jaime
GP
0.4 Reading Specialist
Perez, Steven
HLS 1.0 7th Grade Math
Perry, Elizabeth
ES
1.0 Kindergarten
Pinson, Jennifer
DC
1.0 Special Education
Ponce, Amy
PH
1.0 Special Education
Portela, Melissa
SOHS 1.0 Sports Medicine
Quinn, Marisa
VM 0.5 Music/
0.5 Band
Reilly, William
DSMS 1.0 Physical Education
Rock, Christina
BCHS 1.0 Industrial Technology
Roy, Jennifer
VP
1.0 Special Education
Stevenson, Danielle
GB
1.0 1st Grade
Thomsen, Patricia
NR
0.5 Art
Wilson, Brandi
PH
1.0 3rd Grade
Young, Hannah
ES
1.0 Music
LEAVES – CERTIFIED-Board Approval Required
Berry, Allison
LB
1.0 4th Grade
Schoettlin, Denise
NC
1.0 5th Grade
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08/05/15-05/27/16 PERSONAL
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TRANSFERS/REASSIGNMENTS-CERTIFIED-(change in compensation)
Board Approval Required
Grossman, Stuart
ES
1.0 Reading Specialist
ES
Hill, Robert
CC
0.6 Physical Education
CC
Miller, Alyssa
DO
0.6 Hearing Impaired
DO
Whitson, Paul
SOHS 1.0 Physical Education
SOHS
0.4 Reading Specialist
1.0 Physical Education
1.0 Hearing Impaired
0.6 Physical Education
TRANSFERS/REASSIGNMENTS-CERTIFIED-(no change in compensation)
Board Information-Approval Not Required
Alford, Melissa
ME 1.0 4th Grade
NC
1.0 5th Grade
rd
Badger, Denise
LS
1.0 3 Grade
SV
1.0 4th Grade
CC
1.0 1st Grade
Berk, Kristen
TE
1.0 2nd Grade
th
Berry, Kristen
LB
1.0 5 Grade
LB
1.0 4th Grade
Booth, Shannon
DO
1.0 Academic Facilitator
NR
1.0 Kindergarten
Champion, Ann-Marie
HMS 1.0 Counselor
DSMS 1.0 Counselor
Clark, Brandy
DVMS 0.5 RTI Specialist/
DO
1.0 Intervention Specialist
DO
0.5 Intervention Specialist
Cooper, Cecily
ES
1.0 3rd Grade
TE
1.0 2nd Grade
PM
1.0 3rd Grade
Courter, Patricia
PM
1.0 4th Grade
st
Davis, Pamela
BE
1.0 1 Grade
BE
1.0 Kindergarten
th
Dittrick, Kelcie
NC
1.0 5 Grade
NC
1.0 4th Grade
nd
LS
1.0 Reading Specialist
Gedney, Kelly
TE
1.0 2 Grade
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Board Date 03.24.15
TRANSFERS/REASSIGNMENTS-CERTIFIED-(no change in compensation)-(Continued)
Board Information-Approval Not Required
Gewargis, Eileen
AH
1.0 Special Education
AH
1.0 5th Grade
Gonzalez, Rachel
DVMS 1.0 Special Education
SF
1.0 Special Education
Hatfield, Jennifer
CE
1.0 Kindergarten
LB
1.0 Kindergarten
Henry, Susan
HMS 1.0 7th/8th Grade Language Arts
HMS 1.0 Exploratory
Jauron, Laura
LB
1.0 4th Grade
LB
1.0 2nd Grade
th
Karls, Marcia
PM
1.0 6 Grade
CE
1.0 Special Education
Keith, Jordan
BCHS 1.0 Music
BCHS 0.4 Music/
SOHS 0.6 Music
NC
1.0 Gifted
Kusmierczyk, Marissa
SS
1.0 5th Grade
Lankford, Cathy
CE
1.0 6th Grade
SV
1.0 6th Grade
Mayfield, Traci
SV
1.0 Kindergarten
SV
1.0 1st Grade
McDermott, Rosalyn
BCHS 0.4 English/
BCHS 1.0 Social Studies
0.6 Social Studies
ES
1.0 6th Grade
Milham, Kaelyn
ES
1.0 3rd Grade
nd
Nick, Karen
HLS 1.0 2 Grade
HLS 1.0 4th Grade
Perry, Karen
TE
1.0 1st Grade
SV
1.0 1st Grade
st
Pierce, Jesse
LS
1.0 1 Grade
BE
1.0 1st Grade
Rutledge, Christopher
GP
1.0 Language Arts
BCHS 1.0 English
Salameh, Gail
PH
1.0 IB Librarian
SOHS 1.0 Librarian
st
Sowers, Kimberleigh
TE
1.0 1 Grade
NC
1.0 1st Grade
th
MS
1.0 5th Grade
Stajduhar, Shanna
NC
1.0 6 Grade
th
Thompson, Roxanne
HLS 1.0 4 Grade
HLS 1.0 6th Grade
Thurston, Susan
GB
0.4 Art/
AH
1.0 Art
AH
0.6 Art
TRANSFERS/REASSIGNMENTS-CLASSIFIED-(change in compensation)
Board Approval Required
Gross, Janelle
DVMS Clerk I-8.0 hrs.
SF
Clerk I-8.0 hrs.
Lowe, Linda
HMS Paraprofessional-6.75 hrs.
HMS Library Clk-8.0 hrs.
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9.B.
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Approve Board Meeting Dates for Regular Scheduled Meetings for 2015-2016
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
None
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
See the attached DRAFT copy of the regular scheduled Governing Board meeting dates for school
year 2015-2016.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION –
That the Governing Board accept the Administration’s recommendation to approve Board Meeting Dates
for Regular Scheduled Meetings for 2015 – 2016.
Submitted by
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
+
+
DATES FOR THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED
BOARD MEETINGS
2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
Regular Board Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m.
in the Governing Board Room at the District Office
JULY
14
AUGUST
11 - 25
SEPTEMBER
8 - 22
OCTOBER
13 - 27
NOVEMBER
10
DECEMBER
8
JANUARY
12 - 26
FEBRUARY
9 - 23
MARCH
8
APRIL
12 - 26
MAY
10 - 24
JUNE
14 - 28
JULY 12, 2016
Adopted: March 24, 2015
Preview
10.A.
Green Form
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #97
BOARD AGENDA ITEM
Please provide information listed below when submitting items intended for the consideration of the Governing Board to be
placed on the official agenda of the meeting of the Board.
TOPIC:
Preview 2015-16 Employee Benefit Committee Recommendations
Date assigned for Board consideration:
March 24, 2015
None
Policy Reference
None
A.R.S. Reference
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
A preview of the 2015-16 Employee Benefit Committee Recommendation will be given.
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION – No action required
Submitted by
Jim Migliorino
Associate Superintendent
Dr. James R. Veitenheimer
Superintendent
Form revised 2/7/11
3/18/2015
FY16 Benefit
Recommendation
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT |
MARCH 24, 2015 - PREVIEW
Benefit Committee
Members
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Classified
2015-16 Meeting Schedule

January 26th
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Brenda Moore
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February 9th
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Dennis Bohac
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March 4th
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Tim Vaughn
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April 6th (scheduled)
Certified
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Maria Leyva
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Marla Couture
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Sherry King
District Office
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Jeannette Vega
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Jim Migliorino
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3/18/2015
FY16 Benefit Committee
Recommendation
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Medical coverage rates increase by 6.4%.
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There will be no change to schedule of benefits.
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Deductibles, out of pocket maximum and prescription
cost will remain the same for employees.

District will continue to provide HSA plan at no cost to
employees.

District will continue to provide the buy up option with
a 6.4% change to employees hired after July 2012.

The dependent premiums will change by 6.4%.

Dental and life insurance rates will remain the same
and will continue to be offered to employees at no
cost.
VSEBT reserves will be used to offset District costs.
FY16 Benefit Committee
Recommendation (con’t)

Retiree coverage reimbursement will be limited to
the in-state ASRS plan.

ASRS offers an in-state and out-of-state plan. There's a
premium difference of 40% between the two plans.

Additionally, retiree coverage reimbursement will be
limited to 150% of the least expensive medical and
dental District plan for employees.

The cap will be calculated each year between
district's plan and ASRS plan to come up with a new
"cap amount".

Current retirees insurance reimbursement rates for the
in-state plan did not change.

Non-DVUSD retirees that have coverage from another
provider will not be offered medical and dental
coverages nor any reimbursement. This statement will
be added to hiring documentation.
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3/18/2015
Next Steps

April 6th Benefit Committee
scheduled for any final edits

April 14th – Board consideration of
approving the benefit
recommendation

April 15th to May 8th – open
enrollment for all employees
3
Future Meetings
and Dates
BOARD CALENDAR REMINDER
2014-15 School Year
March 30 – April 3
Spring Break – Schools and District Offices closed
April 14
7:00 p.m. - Regular Governing Board Meeting
April 28
7:00 p.m. - Regular Governing Board Meeting
May 12
7:00 p.m. - Regular Governing Board Meeting
May 25
Memorial Day – Schools and District Offices closed
May 26
7:00 p.m. – Regular Governing Board Meeting
June 9
7:00 p.m. - Regular Governing Board Meeting
June 23
7:00 p.m. - Regular Governing Board Meeting