The Jefferson County Board of Education is the policy-making body of the school district. Its powers and duties are set by state law. The Board is responsible for educational planning and evaluation, staffing and appraisal, school facilities, financial resources and communication. The Board acts as a court of appeal for staff members, students and the public on issues involving board policy or implementation of that policy.
Board of Education Members
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The Board is composed of five members elected to alternating four-year terms. Elections are held every two years. Board members are elected at large, but represent a specific area of the county - their representative district. Board members are not paid; they give freely of their time to serve the community. After each School Board election, the Board chooses its officers for the next two years. If a vacancy occurs, the Board names an appointee to serve until the next election.
Board Agendas, News and meeting schedule
Access the Jeffco Public Schools BoardDocs site, to find Board of Education meeting agendas and policies in a searchable format as well as the latest news and important documents. View the meeting schedule by clicking below.
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BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
Board and District Policies
Jeffco Public Schools has developed policies in response to state and federal statutes and to give direction to the educational process in Jeffco Public Schools. These policies are intended to protect the rights and well-being of our students and staff and are revised as needed to meet our mission to provide a quality education that prepares all children for a successful future. Access the searchable policy database.
The Board of Education's Ends governing statement and policies are as follows:
Jeffco students need and deserve robust academic, enrichment, and social-emotional programming that challenges them to grow and that prepares them for college, for careers, and for community life. Within available resources, the board prioritizes thriving educational experiences for students as its primary focus. This commitment will be achieved through system-wide accountability to make budget and policy decisions that are aligned with the board's ends.
The Board's Ends policies present Board goals for the district:
- Ends 1: Jeffco Public Schools provides the educational experience students need and deserve, today.
- Ends 2: Jeffco Public Schools acts with integrity to make an impact, focus on solutions, respect partnerships, and be accountable for successful outcomes.
- Ends 3: Jeffco Public Schools cultivates an environment of safety, belonging, respect, inclusivity, and encouragement.
Board Negotiations
Negotiations for 2021 began in February and have been completed for JCEA and continue for JESPA.
Call 303-982-4897 for questions related to the Board of Education.
PARTICIPATE IN A BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
Your opinion and feedback are important to the Board of Education. The community is invited to attend board meetings and speak publicly about district policy. Find out how to sign up to speak to the Board of Education.