ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER GOVERNING BOARD 7650 N. 43rd Avenue Ian Hugh, President ■ Pam Reicks, Clerk Glendale, AZ 85301-1661 Rick Fields ■ Vicki L. Johnson ■ Patty Kennedy Tel 623-435-6000 Fax 623-435-6078 SUPERINTENDENT www.guhsdaz.org Dr. Jennifer Johnson

GOVERNING BOARD MEETING CONSISTENT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN ARS 38-431.02, NOTICES OF THIS PUBLIC MEETING HAVE BEEN APPROPRIATELY POSTED

AGENDA Wednesday, July 6, 2011

PUBLIC HEARING/REGULAR MEETING BOARD ROOM ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 7:30 P.M.

PUBLIC RESPONSE TO AGENDA ITEMS PLEASE REFER TO SECTION II.A. OF THE AGENDA

I. PUBLIC HEARING A. Call to order The meeting was called to order at ______. B. Roll call

C. Pledge of Allegiance The Governing Board President will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. D. Adoption of agenda – Policy Ref. B-1700 Adoption of the agenda as the order of business is requested.

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E. Public Hearing on 2011-2012 Proposed Budget and Insurance Proceeds – Legal Ref. ARS 15-905, 15-905.01 and 15-1103 On June 1, 2011, the Governing Board approved the proposed budget for publication and established this date for a public hearing on the 2011-2012 expenditure budget and insurance proceeds. At this time, Lou Wiegand, Chief Financial Officer, will summarize the budget and answer any questions regarding these items.

F. Comments from the public on the proposed budget If there is anyone in the audience who wishes to be heard regarding any items of the budget, or insurance proceeds please rise, go to the podium, state your name, and wait for recognition by the Board President.

Note: As a matter of information to the audience, five days prior to any Governing Board meeting, Board members receive the agenda along with the extensive background material which they study individually before action is taken at the meeting. Routine matters will be asterisked and approved as consent agenda items. Any member of the Governing Board may remove items from the consent agenda.

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II. REGULAR MEETING A. Public participation at board meetings Members of the public wishing to appear before the Governing Board concerning an item on the agenda must fill out a request form located on the counter just inside the entrance to the board room and give it to the board secretary. Presentations are limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes. At the discretion of the Governing Board President, the number of presentations may be limited. Due to the Arizona Open Meeting Law, the Governing Board cannot discuss or take any action on items not listed on the agenda.

III. CONSENT ITEMS It is requested that the Governing Board approve the recommendations listed for items *A. through *H. as consent agenda items.

*A. Approval of minutes – Policy Ref. B-2100 (Enclosure) It is requested that the Governing Board approve the minutes of the meeting held on June 1, 2011.

*B. Ratification of vouchers – Policy Ref. D-2950 (Enclosure) For the information of the audience, a closely controlled procedure for processing vouchers is followed when expending district monies. Vouchers (schedules of payments to vendors and/or employees), along with the supporting documentation, are prepared for review and signature by the Governing Board Clerk. The total vouchers reviewed were:

Date Expense Payroll Auxiliary/Tax Credit Reviewed Voucher Voucher Voucher 5/31/11 319,428.56 N/A 14,667.08 6/06/11 501,951.15 560,555.22 37,480.05 6/13/11 592,064.94 1,198,968.35 22,317.17 6/20/11 349,544.59 N/A N/A 6/27/11 340,738.87 1,668,058.99 N/A

Approval is requested for the vouchers listed on the enclosure.

*C. Purchase orders – Policy Ref. D-2500 (Enclosure) As a matter of information to the audience, the procurement of materials and services in the district is controlled by the use of a purchase order system. The Board’s approval of the detailed annual budget provides authority for the processing of purchase orders through the Director of Purchasing. After preparation of purchase orders, the Clerk of the Governing Board reviews each of them before making a recommendation to the Governing Board. Approval is requested for the purchase orders listed on the enclosure.

*D. Authorization for Executive Session – Policy Ref. B-1550 It is requested that the Governing Board authorize an executive session consistent with the requirements set forth in ARS 38-431-03. Notices of this meeting as required by ARS 38- 431.02 were posted. Reference: Executive Session agenda is included.

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*E. Bid return – Policy Ref. D-2750 (Enclosure) It is requested that the Governing Board approve the recommendation on the following bid return: 1. RFP 12-13 – Orientation and Mobility Services – Award to all vendors meeting specifications due to districtwide need. 2. RFP 12-14 – Special Education “Life Skills” Curriculum for Math and Science– Notice of cancellation was issued. Both bids received were rejected as neither correctly addressed the academic needs for Life Skills students.

*F. Professional visits – Policy Ref. G-3000 It is requested that the Governing Board approve the following professional visits: 1. NJROTC Area 11 Sail Training Where: San Diego, CA When: July 8-10, 2011 Person involved: Christopher Houston (T) Purpose: Attend basic instructor sail training. Cost to be paid by U.S. Navy.

2. 2011 ACTEaz (Association for Career and Technical Education of Arizona) Summer Conference Where: Tucson, AZ When: July 15-20, 2011 Persons involved: Courtney Dunlap, Andrew Kuntz (A); Marshall Rubin (C); Nick Bonds (GW); Stephen Burris, Kim Niemi, Leonard White (I); Kenneth Herrington (S); Demetria Graham, Derrick Jefferson, Joanne Michael (T) Purpose: Receive creative and practical ideas and strategies through workshops, speaker presentations and networking opportunities. Cost to CTE Basic grant: Lodging = $4,749; meals = $1,769; registration = $6,782; transportation = $1,273

3. Phoenix Desert AP Summer Institute Where: Phoenix, AZ When: July 18-21, 2011 Persons involved: Liz Lowe (A), Alta Westfall (C), Sheryl Lovell (I), Dallas Hickman (S) Purpose: Learn strategies for teaching AP English. Cost to Title II-A grant: Registration = $2,500

4. NJROTC Area 11 Sail Training Where: San Diego, CA When: July 22-24, 2011 Person involved: Christopher Houston (T) Purpose: Attend intermediate instructor sail training. Cost to be paid by U.S. Navy.

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Professional visits (continued) 5. Weld-Ed Inservice Training Where: Santa Clarita, CA When: July 25-29, 2011 Person involved: Nick Wostl (C) Purpose: Advanced training for cutting and joining processes for curriculum knowledge. Cost to CTE Basic grant: Meals = $270; registration = $99; transportation = $680 (This request replaces previously approved request for training which was cancelled by Weld-Ed.)

6. A+ School Lunch Workshop Where: Phoenix, AZ When: July 26-327, 2011 Person involved: Danielle Daugherty (DO) Purpose: Training in Federal Child Nutrition Programs. Cost to food service funds: Transportation = $29

7. Band Camp Where: Prescott, AZ When: July 27-29, 2011 Person involved: Mary Freeland (W) Purpose: Camp nurse. No cost to local or district funds.

8. ASBA (Arizona School Boards Association) Summer Leadership Conference Where: Flagstaff, AZ When: July 28-30, 2011 Persons involved: Ian Hugh, Pam Reicks, Vicki Johnson, Patty Kennedy, Dr. Jennifer Johnson (DO) Purpose: Represent GUHSD at the annual leadership conference. Cost to Governing Board and Administrative travel funds: Lodging = $1,282; meals = $100; registration = $950

9. NJROTC Area 11 Sail Training Where: San Diego, CA When: July 29-August 1, 2011 Person involved: Christopher Houston (T) Purpose: Attend advanced instructor sail training. Cost to be paid by U.S. Navy.

10. Drug Impairment Training for Education Professionals Where: Phoenix, AZ When: August 30-31, 2011 Persons involved: Dr. Linda Rosness (DO), Brian Galbreath, Shannon Szkotnicki (A), Jackie Parmeley (C); Mary Freeland (W) Purpose: Identify and manage students with suspected substance impairment. No cost to local or district funds.

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*G. Student trips – Policy Ref. I-6500 It is requested that the Governing Board approve the following student trips: 1. THS – Cheer Where: Flagstaff, AZ When: July 14-17, 2011 Persons involved: 25 students and 3 chaperones Arrangements: Transportation by private vehicles leaving on 7/14 at 8:30 a.m. and returning on 7/17 at 2:30 p.m. Purpose: Attend cheer camp. No loss of school days. Cost to club funds.

2. AHS – NJROTC Where: San Diego, CA When: July 17-22, 2011 Persons involved: 1 student and chaperones provided by U.S. Navy Arrangements: Transportation by commercial carrier leaving on 7/17 at 6:00 a.m. and returning on 7/22 at 8:00 p.m. Purpose: Student will be attending the NJROTC STEMS (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Seminar) at the University of San Diego. No loss of school days. No cost to local or district funds. All expenses prepaid by the U.S. Navy.

3. CHS – Spiritline Where: Phoenix, AZ When: July 27-30, 2011 Persons involved: 16 students and 3 chaperones Arrangements: Transportation by private vehicles leaving on 7/27 at 9:30 a.m. and returning on 7/30 at 4:00 p.m. Purpose: Attend cheer camp. No loss of school days. Cost to club funds.

4. WHS – Theatre Where: Cedar City, UT When: August 1-6, 2011 Persons involved: 16 students and 4 chaperones Arrangements: Transportation by private vehicles leaving on 8/1 at 6:00 a.m. and returning on 8/6 at 6:00 p.m. Purpose: Attend a variety of theatre plays. No loss of school days. Cost to club funds.

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Student trips (continued) 5. GWHS – Student Council Where: Kanab, UT When: August 3-6, 2011 Persons involved: 24 students and 4 chaperones Arrangements: Transportation by commercial carrier leaving on 8/3 at 7:00 a.m. and returning on 8/6 at 5:00 p.m. Purpose: Complete community service in an animal shelter and begin planning for the next school year. No loss of school days. Cost to club funds.

6. AHS – Student Council Where: Phoenix, AZ When: August 4-6, 2011 Persons involved: 7 students and 1 chaperone Arrangements: Transportation by private vehicles leaving on 8/4 at 12:00 noon and returning on 8/6 at 5:00 p.m. Purpose: Executive council retreat for Student Council. No loss of school days. Cost to club funds.

7. GWHS – Volleyball Where: Prescott, AZ When: August 19-21, 2011 Persons involved: 12 students and 2 chaperones Arrangements: Transportation by private vehicles leaving on 8/19 at 3:00 p.m. and returning on 8/21 at 11:00 a.m. Purpose: Training and team building. No loss of school days. Cost to club funds.

*H. Personnel 1. Administrative a. Employment – Policy Ref. G-3450 The following administrator is recommended for employment and is assigned for the 2011-2012 school year as listed: DO - Travis Zander, Internal Auditor – Effective 7/5/11

b. Re-employment The following administrator is recommended for re-employment and is assigned for the 2011-2012 school year as listed: DO - Felix Espinoza, Garage Foreman – Effective 7/1/11

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Personnel (continued) 2. Certificated a. Revised contract It is requested that the Governing Board approve the following contract revision: MVHS - Sandra Irwin from 2/5 Counseling to 4/5 Counseling – Effective 8/8/11

b. Employment – Policy Ref. G-3450 The following teachers are recommended for employment and are assigned for the 2011-2012 school year as listed: CHS - Linda Failla, School Psychologist – Effective 8/1/11 GHS - Robert Baumann, Social Studies – Effective 8/8/11 Melanie Engstrom, Science – Effective 8/8/11 Matthew Roberson, Special Ed – Effective 8/8/11 Katie Varela, English – Effective 8/8/11 GWHS - Nicholas Bonds, 2/5 Applied Tech – Effective 8/8/11 Lori Hamby, English – Effective 8/8/11 IHS - Brittany Coil, English – Effective 8/8/11 Stephanie Ehrick, English – Effective 8/8/11 Denise Franczak-Johnson, Visual Arts – Effective 8/8/11 John Kerr, Visual Arts – Effective 8/8/11 Carlyn Van Camp, Science – Effective 8/8/11 Leonard White, Culinary Arts – Effective 8/8/11 MVHS - Lynne Davison, Teacher for Hearing Impaired – Effective 8/8/11 Seth Millican, English – Effective 8/8/11 Vince Pernick, Culinary Arts – Effective 8/8/11 Deanna Raab, English – Effective 8/8/11 NXT STP - Daniel Sellazzo, Special Ed – Effective 8/8/11 SHS - Michael Brauer, English – Effective 8/8/11 David Brosius, AFJROTC Instructor – Effective 7/1/11 Jill Martinez, Special Ed – Effective 8/ 8/11 THS - Paul Dick, Math – Effective 8/8/11 Kelsi Jones, 4/5 Social Studies – Effective 8/8/11

c. Re-employment The following teacher is recommended for re-employment and is assigned for the 2011-2012 school year as listed: WHS - Mary F. Johnston, 2/5 Art – Effective 8/8/11

d. Re-employment through Smartschools The following teacher will be continuing employment through Smartschools: THS - Carl Riney, 2/5 Counselor – Effective 8/8/11

e. Leave of absence – Policy Ref. G-2900 (Enclosure) The following teacher is requesting a leave of absence: GWHS - Reagan Turley, Special Ed – Effective 8/8/11 GOVERNING BOARD AGENDA – July 6, 2011 Page 8

Certificated (continued) f. Request for early retirement – Policy Ref. G-6000 (Enclosure) The following certified employees are requesting early retirement. (Appropriate recognition will be accorded at a future meeting of the Governing Board): THS - Carl Riney, Counseling – Effective 6/3/11 WHS - Mary F. Johnston, Art – Effective 6/7/11

g. Resignation – Policy Ref. G-5900 (Enclosure) It is requested that the Governing Board accept the following resignations: CHS - Lindsay Schlesinger, 4/5 French – Effective 6/30/11 GWHS - Nicole Kelsheimer, English – Effective 5/26/11 SHS - Ryan Desrochers, Special Ed – Effective 5/26/11 THS - Linda Boothe, FACS – Effective 6/27/11 Gene A. Langford, Jr., Science – Effective 6/15/11 WHS - Nancy Donnellan, Math – Effective 5/26/11

3. Support Staff a. Reclassification – Policy Ref. G-9050 It is requested that the Governing Board approve the following reclassifications: AHS - Job Long, from Custodian to Parking Lot Attendant – Effective 8/15/11 Margaret Tellez, from Bus Aide to Custodian – Effective 7/1/11 Cynthia Shembab, from Receptionist at WHS to Bookstore Manager at AHS – Effective 6/2/11 CHS - Nick Malding, from Maintenance III to Maintenance I – Effective 6/6/11 Carmen Orrico, from Maintenance I at GWHS to Maintenance I at CHS – Effective 6/6/11 Chris Porrino, from Custodian to Maintenance III – Effective 6/6/11 DO - Luke Carey, from Maintenance III at SHS to HVAC Special Crew at D.O. – Effective 6/22/11 Toni Pineda-Wimmer, from Administrative Assistant to School Safety Administrator to Administrative Assistant to Assistant Superintendent for Professional Development and Academic Success – Effective 7/1/11 Susan Schuh, from Accounts Payable Clerk to Accounting I – Effective 7/1/11 GHS - Thomas Allen, from Bus Driver to Maintenance III – Effective 5/31/11 GWHS - Margaret Kerwin-Rich, from Attendance Assistant at THS to Campus Technology Assistant at GWHS – Effective 7/25/11 IHS - Jeanelle Garcia, from Special Ed Aide to Special Ed Clerk – Effective 7/25/11 MVHS - Shannon Mitchell, from Counseling Secretary at GWHS to Credentials Secretary at MVHS – Effective 8/18/11 WHS - Jill Hood, from Bus Aide to Special Ed Instructional Aide – Effective 8/8/11 Elizabeth Lopez, from Bus Aide to ELL Aide – Effective 8/8/11 Julie Metro, From Title I Aide at MVHS to Receptionist at WHS – Effective 7/25/11 Kevin Rogers, from Bus Driver to Maintenance I – Effective 6/16/11 Laura Damper-Smith, from Cafeteria Assistant at IHS to Special Ed Aide at WHS – Effective 8/8/11 GOVERNING BOARD AGENDA – July 6, 2011 Page 9

Support Staff (continued) b. Re-employment The following support staff employees are recommended for re-employment and are assigned for the 2011-2012 school year as listed: AHS - Walter Phillips, Parking Lot Attendant – Effective 8/15/11 CHS - Rod Mathis, Custodian – Effective 6/6/11 GWHS - Willis Renter, Maintenance III – Effective 7/1/11 IHS - Marlene Hoch, Clerical Aide – Effective 8/1/11 SHS - Terry Gonzales, Special Ed Clerk – Effective 7/25/11 Drew Nash, Special Ed Aide – Effective 8/8/11 THS - Linda Bullis, Attendance Secretary – Effective 7/25/11

c. Leave of absence – Policy Ref. G-2900 (Enclosure) The following support staff employee is requesting a leave of absence: SHS - Wendy A. Argleben, Attendance Assistant – Effective 6/21/11

d. Resignation – Policy Ref. G-9200 (Enclosure) It is requested that the Governing Board accept the following resignations: AHS - Anjelica Rivera, Cafeteria Assistant – Effective 5/13/11 CHS - James Crowell, NJROTC Instructor – Effective 6/30/11 DO - Jeffrey Alcott, Bus Driver – Effective 5/20/11 Vincent W. Woolley, HVAC – Effective 6/21/11 Allan J. Wycoff, Bus Driver – Effective 5/25/11 NA - Christine Wojtyna, Special Ed Aide – Effective 5/25/11 SHS - Veronica Lerma, Cafeteria Assistant – Effective 5/20/11 Daniel Poffinbarger, Special Ed Aide – Effective 5/25/11

e. Employment release Employment for the following support staff employees has ended: GHS - Katie Jeffers, Cafeteria Assistant – Effective 5/18/11 MVHS - Russell Smith, Maintenance I – Effective 5/31/11

RECOMMENDATION: That the Governing Board approve the recommendations for Consent agenda items III. *A through III. *H.

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IV. NEW BUSINESS A. Adoption of the 2011-2012 Budget – ARS 15-905, ARS 15-910, Policy Ref. D-0550 (Enclosure) Districts must adopt a budget no later than July 15. The District's 2011-2012 Annual Expenditure Budget and the required Desegregation Supplement was properly proposed on June 1, 2011 and the required public hearing held July 6, 2011.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board adopt the 2011-2012 expenditure budget and insurance proceeds and authorize the signing and filing of the related forms.

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B. Authorization for the Signing of Vouchers at Times Other Than Meetings of the Governing Board In accordance with ARS 15-321.G, the Governing Board must authorize signing of orders (vouchers) for salaries or other expenses between board meetings. The signing of orders (vouchers) must be ratified at the next regular or special meeting of the Governing Board.

RECOMMENDATION: That the Governing Board authorize the Governing Board Clerk for the signing of orders (vouchers) for salaries or other expenses between board meetings.

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C. Appointment of Hearing Officers for Student Disciplinary Matters In accordance with the student due process policy, it is necessary for the Governing Board to appoint Hearing Officers for student disciplinary matters which result in long-term suspension.

RECOMMENDATION: That the Governing Board appoint Dr. Linda Rosness as Hearing Officer for student discipline matters and appoint John Croteau, Brian Capistran and Dr. Michael Fowler as alternates.

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D. Appointment of Hearing/Review Officer for Disciplinary Action Involving Certificated Staff – Legal Ref. ARS 15-341 In accordance with the rules and hearing procedures for disciplinary action involving a teacher, it is necessary for the Governing Board to appoint a Hearing/Review Officer.

RECOMMENDATION: That the Governing Board appoint Dr. Linda Rosness as its Hearing/Review Officer for disciplinary action involving certificated staff and appoint John Croteau, Brian Capistran and Dr. Michael Fowler to serve as alternates.

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NEW BUSINESS (continued) E. Appointment of Hearing/Review Officer for Disciplinary Action Involving Support Staff In accordance with the rules and hearing procedures for disciplinary action involving a support staff employee, it is necessary for the Governing Board to appoint a Hearing/ Review Officer.

RECOMMENDATION: That the Governing Board appoint Dr. Linda Rosness as its Hearing/Review Officer for disciplinary action involving support staff and appoint John Croteau, Brian Capistran and Dr. Michael Fowler to serve as alternates.

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F. Appointment of Hearing/Review Officer for Disciplinary Action Involving Administrative Staff In accordance with the rules and hearing procedures for disciplinary action involving an administrator, it is necessary for the Governing Board to appoint a Hearing/Review Officer.

RECOMMENDATION: That the Governing Board appoint John Croteau as its Hearing/ Review Officer for disciplinary action involving administrative staff and appoint Brian Capistran, Dr. Linda Rosness and Dr. Michael Fowler to serve as alternates.

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G. Appointment of Governing Board’s Meet and Confer Representatives – Policy Ref. H-0050 It is appropriate for the Governing Board to appoint their representatives to the meet and confer process for 2011-2012.

RECOMMENDATION: That the Governing Board appoint Dr. Linda Rosness, Chairperson, John Croteau, Brian Capistran, Lou Wiegand, Dr. Michael Fowler and Craig Mussi as their representatives to the meet and confer process for 2011-2012.

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H. Verizon Wireless Antenna at (Enclosure) Verizon Wireless wishes to extend its option to obtain an easement agreement with the Glendale Union High School District at Thunderbird High School for two successive 12 month periods.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board authorize Lou Wiegand, Chief Financial Officer, to sign the necessary forms to extend the option agreement for two successive 12 month periods with Verizon Wireless at Thunderbird High School.

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NEW BUSINESS (continued) I. District 457(b) Plan Amendment Roth Contributions The Glendale Union High School District 457(b) Plan currently allows employees to defer pre-tax compensation into a 457(b). Current 457(b) providers are MetLife, Security Benefit, and VALIC. The district’s current 403(b) plan allows both pre-tax and Roth contributions. New legislation effective January 1, 2011 allows employees to defer after-tax compensation into a Roth 457(b).

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board approve the amendment to add a Roth 457(b) contribution option to the Glendale Union High School District 457(b) Plan.

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J. District 403(b)/457(b) Plan Administration Governmental laws and regulations require the district to appoint a Plan Administrator for the Glendale Union High School District 403(b)/457(b) Plan. The Plan Administrator is responsible for administration and oversight of the plan, oversight of districts third party administration through VALIC Retirement Services Company, and signing all appropriate documents administering and implementing the plan.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board approve Brad Nassif, Business Manager, as the Plan Administrator and Lou Wiegand, Chief Financial Officer, as an alternate for the Glendale Union High School District 403(b)/457(b) Plan.

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K. Renaming of Facilities (Enclosures) In accordance with Governing Board Policy F-1400, Naming Facilities, the Governing Board may consider naming a building and/or facility after individuals who have made significant contribution to the district and/or community.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board approve the following four requests:  football field to become the Earl Putman Football Stadium.  Glendale High School band room to become the Dan Lindsey Band Room.  Glendale High School baseball field to become the Pullin’s Family Baseball Field.  Glendale High School gymnasium to become the Clyda Jean Martin Owens Gymnasium.

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NEW BUSINESS (continued) L. County Treasurer Investments – ARS 15-996, Policy Ref. D-1350 The County Treasurer shall receive and hold all school district monies and may pool school district monies for investment. Interest earned on the monies pooled for investment shall be apportioned at least quarterly.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board authorize the County Treasurer to pool and invest district monies.

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M. Banking Services – ARS 15-341, ARS 15-1126, Policy Ref. D-1750, D-1800 (Enclosure) The Governing Board, by majority vote, shall designate one (1) or more banks as depository for the safeguarding of school auxiliary and revolving funds. Authorized signatures for all checking accounts shall be approved by the Governing Board.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board approve the enclosed District bank accounts and designated signers.

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N. Establishment of Date for Study Session It is requested that the Governing Board hold a study session on August 4 & 5, 2011, for the purpose of reviewing data.

RECOMMENDATION: That the Governing Board approve holding a two-day study session on August 4 & 5, 2011 to review data.

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O. Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) for Title I Services to Private Schools (Enclosure) The Glendale Union High School District is required to provide equitable funding to eligible Title I students enrolled in private schools. The enclosed IGA establishes the relationship with the Private School Consortium that provides the services to private schools across Maricopa County. The 2011-2012 school year is the 16th year that the district has utilized the services of the Consortium. This agreement will remain in effect through June 30, 2014 with Washington Elementary School District serving as the fiscal agent.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board authorize Brian Capistran, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, to sign the IGA and Addendum.

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NEW BUSINESS (continued) P. Washington High School Child Oriented Occupational Program (COOP) Department of Economic Security (DES) Certification (Enclosure) Washington High School has operated a preschool through the Career and Technical Education COOP program for the past three (3) years. In order to ensure that the preschool program is fully utilized and best serves the Washington High School community, it is requested that the Governing Board approve Washington High School’s COOP application/ contract for DES certification. This agreement will remain in effect through June 30, 2015.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board authorize Brian Capistran, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, as signatory on the Washington High School COOP program’s application/contract for DES certification.

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Q. Qualified Financing For Energy Management Project and Qualified School Construction Bond (QSCB) Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement (Enclosure) The Qualified School Construction Bond (QSCB) Program is a tax credit program created by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Qualified school construction bonds/lease purchases help state and local governments obtain low-cost financing. Investors receive taxable interest and the District receives a subsidy via the IRS to offset the interest costs. These tax credits essentially allow the District to borrow with reduced interest costs. Midstate Energy has been previously awarded RFP 12-04 Performance Contracting Services, to make energy efficient building improvements financed with this capital lease.

RECOMMENDATIONS: It is requested that the Governing Board approve the lease purchase with Kansas State Bank and authorize the Governing Board President and Administrative Assistant to the Governing Board to sign Exhibit D, Obligor Resolution, and authorize Lou Wiegand, Chief Financial Officer, to execute and deliver the required contract and related documents.

And, that the Governing Board authorize Dr. Jennifer Johnson, Superintendent, and Lou Wiegand, Chief Financial Officer, to execute and attest the enclosed resolution authorizing the QSCB Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement, Purchase Contract, Acquisition Fund Agreement, and other documents required in connection therewith; and authorizing the taking of all other actions necessary to the consummation of the transactions contemplated in the resolution.

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NEW BUSINESS (continued) R. Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Maricopa County Community College District (Enclosure) The Glendale Union High School District and the Maricopa County Community College District, on behalf of Estrella Mountain Community College, have participated in an IGA for the purpose of operating CISCO Network Technician Academy programs at selected district high schools. Under the terms of this agreement, Estrella Mountain Community College serves as the Regional CISCO Academy and provides the school district with all necessary technical training and support services. The agreement before the Governing Board tonight extends the current relationship and agreements for the 2012-2013 school year.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board authorize Brian Capistran, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, to sign the IGA for the purpose of operating CISCO Network Technical Academy programs for the 2012-2013 school year.

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S. Financing of Copiers – Kansas State Bank (Enclosure)

The district has received lease financing for $213,752.55 to replace three (3) print shop copiers with five (5) copiers in order to support the increased copy volume. Equipment age, inability to locate replacement parts, and volumes exceeding the recommended maximums have resulted in substantial down time and inability to service school needs.

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board adopt the five (5) year agreement, approve the financing, and authorize the Governing Board President and Administrative Assistant to the Governing Board to sign Exhibit D, Obligor Resolution and authorize Cindy Resendes, Director of Purchasing, to deliver the required agreements, IRS forms, and certificate of insurance for the district.

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V. INFORMATION AND REPORTS A. Financial reports (Enclosure) B. Bid specifications (Enclosure) 1. RFP 12-14R – Special Education “Life Skills” Curriculum for Math and Science 2. RFP 12-15 – Refuse Collection C. Authorization for District Office Administrators and Superintendent to present information D. Board comments

RECOMMENDATION: It is requested that the Governing Board accept the Information and Reports as presented.

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VI. FUTURE MEETINGS AND DATES TO REMEMBER Aug 8 School begins - Metro Academy – continuing students Aug 9 Back to school rally - Moon Valley High School – 8:30 a.m. Aug 15 School begins - All traditional schools Aug 15 School begins - Metro Academy – new students Aug 17 Regular meeting - Administrative Center/Board room – 7:30 p.m. Aug 22 Open house/Renaming dedication - – 6:00 p.m. Aug 23 Open house - Cortez High School Thunderbird High School Aug 30 Open house - Apollo High School Aug 31 Renaming dedication - Cortez High School gym – 6:00 p.m. Aug 31 Open house - Glendale High School

VII. CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION (Pursuant to ARS 38-431.03) Executive Sessions require the confidentiality of the participants. The information discussed in Executive Session cannot be, and is prohibited from being, subjects of discussion outside this Executive Session, with the exception of what is reported in the general meeting. Board members are also reminded that they cannot state how he or she intends to vote or the action he or she intends to take on a subject that is discussed in the Executive Session.

A. Call to order

B. Minutes Review the minutes of the executive session held on June 1, 2011.

C. Student discipline matters ARS 15-843 1. Hear recommendation for long-term suspension at Independence High School.

D. Personnel matters pursuant to ARS 38-431.03(A)(1) 1. Update on employee investigation.

E. Discussion/consideration of confidential information pursuant to ARS 38-431.03(2) 1. Receipt of confidential matters subsequent to the posting of the agenda.

VIII. RECONVENE INTO PUBLIC MEETING

IX. POSSIBLE MOTION(S) ON SPECIFIC ITEM(S) DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION (Each item will be identified and voted on separately.)

X. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at ______.