Oct. 13, 2026 Board Meeting Summary

• Summary of Board Actions During Study Session on Oct. 13, 2026

Celebrating West Jordan High School
Charlie Dulgarian, Student Body President, said West Jordan High School is an exceptional place to learn and grow. She talked about the amazing things happening for students in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program which is leading to critical thinking among students. Charlie said there is an incredible sense of community at West Jordan High with a vibrant, inclusive culture and incredible unity. Charlie also talked about the many diverse programs and clubs for students to participate in and she praised members of student government for helping peers connect at the school. West Jordan High has a proud tradition of success in sports and athletic competition with the Boys Track and Field team recently taking the 5A State Title. Charlie said there is a strong culture of caring at West Jordan High with students always doing an amazing job with things like the holiday charitable fundraiser. She concluded by saying West Jordan High is so much more than just a school for everyone who attends or works at the school.

Public Comments on Boundary Changes
Bryan Call, a parent, expressed concern about students in his neighborhood possibly being moved to Fort Herriman Middle School and the walking distance it would create for those students. Mr. Call said as a School Community Council member at South Hills, he is concerned about the proposed boundary change.

Patron Comments
Michelle McAfee, a parent, expressed concern over her son’s safety and policies in place to protect students from bullying and violent attacks. Ms. McAfee said there needs to be policy change in the District.

Special Business Items
The Board Approved the proposed Revisions to Administrative Policy AA408 Fees and a recommendation to Approve a Potential Property Trade

Superintendent’s Report
Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools, said Jan Heogh who presented at a recent principal’s meeting about proficiency standards and increasing student achievement, had a very unifying impact on attendees. He gave an update on the West Jordan High School remodel project reporting that it is on schedule. Dr. Godfrey said last week was National Custodian Appreciation Day and he offered “hats off” to the District’s great group of custodians, including sweepers and trainers. Superintendent Godfrey said because schools were not in session on Friday, Oct. 2, many were not able to participate in Governor Cox’s Utah Reads Read-a-Thon on that day. However, many schools had family reading nights to promote literacy prior to the event or after. He said JSD schools are stepping up in meaningful and extraordinary ways to support student literacy.

Dr. Godfrey gave the Board an update on money the District received from the Juul class action lawsuit settlement. He said the money is being used to pilot a program putting vape detectors in middle school restrooms. Once the pilot program is successfully completed, the detectors will be placed in other middle schools districtwide.

• Board Comments
• Niki George attended musical performances at a number of schools and said it is so much fun to see how the students follow the direction of their teachers. Ms. George said she is overwhelmed with gratitude for teachers and the opportunities they provide students.
• Bryce Dunford reported on the Audit and Finance Committee which is proposing an audit that would go to the internal, formal auditor looking into athletics and coaching in the District. Mr. Dunford announced that he is resigning from the Board of Education effective November 1, 2026.
• Suzanne Wood reported on the Government Relations Committee which is planning legislative breakfasts with local state lawmakers on December 9, 10, and 11. She said the recent Multilingual Learner Family Night was a huge success with 900 in attendance and she appreciates all the work that goes into the evening. Ms. Wood also reported on Orange Shirt Day where 240 orange t-shirts were exchanged among employees and community members. The annual observance honors and recognizes the lasting impact of residential schools on Indigenous communities and affirms that every child matters.
• Lisa Dean attended a choir concert at Joel P. Jensen Middle School and said she appreciates all of the talented individuals who make sure students have so many opportunities in performing and visual arts. Ms. Dean attended the WIDA graduation and Multilingual Learner Family Night which she described as amazing and appreciates staff who work so hard with multi-language learners helping them to be successful. She thanked members of PTSA for providing support to schools and teachers during parent teacher conferences. Ms. Dean reminded everyone about the Jordan Education Foundation’s “Christmas for Kids” coming up in December and about the Salt Lake County Parks and Rec bond on the upcoming ballot which she said will benefit communities in Jordan School District.
• Erin Barrow reported on the Jordan Parent Advisory Committee (JPAC) which will meet on November 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Jordan Learning Center. She said the topic will be the use of technology among students and in Jordan schools.

Closed, Study Session
In closed session, Board members discussed personnel, property, an employee appeal, potential litigation, and negotiations.

In open session, the Board discussed proposed revisions to Administrative Policy AA408 Fees, and reviewed a possible property trade with the Utah Department of Transportation. The Board received a report on current and forecasted enrollment numbers, and reviewed survey results for potential boundary changes.

– Sandy Riesgraf, Director of Communications

1. Study Session – 6:55
   1. Discussion on Proposed Revisions to Administrative Policy AA408 Fees – 7:26
   2. Update on Potential Property Trade – 17:48
   3. Enrollment Forecast and Housing Continuum Discussion – 25:24
   4. Survey Results for Potential Boundary Changes – 1:13:56
   5. Board Member Professional Development Moment – Postponed
   6. Board Level Policy Review – Postponed
2. General Session – 2:39:24
   1. Pledge of Allegiance – 2:41:15
   2. Reverence – 2:42:24
   3. Celebrating West Jordan High School – 2:42:58
   4. Resolutions of Appreciation – 2:50:52
   5. Board Member Recognitions – 2:51:54
   6. Superintendent’s Recognitions – 2:57:26
3. Opportunity for Public Comment on Potential Boundary Changes – 3:02:20
4. Public Comments – 3:07:33
5. General Business – Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Items – 3:12:56
   1. Board Minutes
   2. Teacher and Student Success Act (TSSA) 2027-28 Plan Framework
   3. LEA-Specific Licensing
6. General Business – Motion to Accept Consent Agenda – 3:13:46
   1. Expenditures
   2. Financial Statements
   3. Non-compliance Report
7. Bids – 3:14:26
   1. Career & Technical Education – Strategic Planning, Workforce Alignment & Innovation Center Study
   2. Facility Services – Security Window Film and Installation
   3. Information Systems – Network Security Firewall at JATC South
8. Special Business Items – 3:29:18
   1. Recommendation to Approve Proposed Revisions to Administrative Policy AA408 Fees
   2. Recommendation to Approve Revisions to Board-level Policies:
      1. GP100 Global Governance Commitment
      2. GP101 Governing Style
      3. GP111 Type of Meetings
      4. GP112 Closed Sessions of the Board
      5. GP114 Board Representation on District Committees and Other Organizations
   3. Recommendation to Approve Potential Property Trade
9. Information Items – 3:34:24
   1. Superintendent’s Report
10. Discussion Items – 3:37:00
    1. Committee Reports and Comments by Board Members
    2. Topics for Bulletin Board
11. Motion to Move into Closed Session – 4:12:46
12. Closed Session
    1. Character and Competence of Individuals (Personnel)
    2. Property
    3. Potential Litigation
    4. Negotiations
    5. Security