Pursuant to California Education Code Section 52062, the Board will open a public hearing to receive community input on Bridges Charter School's Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). This hearing provides an opportunity for parents, students, staff, and community members to comment on the school's goals, actions, and services prior to Board adoption.
The Board will receive public comment on two related items: (1) the Annual Update to the 2025–26 LCAP, reflecting progress on current year goals and expenditures; and (2) the proposed 2026–27 LCAP, which represents the third and final year of the current three-year cycle.
Both documents reflect Bridges Charter School's commitment to improving outcomes for all students, with targeted support for high-need student groups in alignment with Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) priorities.
All members of the public are encouraged to attend and provide input.
Persons wishing to address the Board may do so at this time upon recognition from the President, or when the President requests comments from the Public as the Board is considering the item. Please state your name, community or organization you represent, and the topic you wish to share with the Board. You will be given 3 minutes to make your presentation. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Board cannot enter into formal discussion with individuals making public comments to the Board. The Board cannot take action on any issues raised during public comments that are not on the meeting agenda. Individual members may respond to public comments during the individual Board Members section.
IV.
Reports
1:12 PM
A.
Directors Report
Discuss
Kelly Simon
5 m
Executive Director
Open House and Art Night
Welcome new staff
V.
Consent Items
1:17 PM
A.
Consent Items
Vote
Katerina Yevmenkina
3 m
Consent Items: Items proposed for the consent calendar are noted on the posted agenda and are considered by the Director to be of a routine nature. Any item may be removed from the consent calendar at the request of any Board member and placed under the appropriate action category. A vote will be taken for the consent calendar so that any items requiring a vote can be properly addressed. It is recommended that all consent items be approved.
Candidate Presentations -- Board of Directors Appointment Process (BP 9221)
FYI
Kelly Simon
5 m
In accordance with Board Policy 9221, incumbent Board Members Katerina Yevmenkina and Nikki Hashemi are seeking re-appointment to the Bridges Charter School Board of Directors. Each candidate will be allotted time to share why they wish to continue serving on the Board. The Board will formally designate directors for appointment at the June 15, 2026 Regular Board Meeting.
B.
Certificate of Amendment of Bridges Articles of Incorporation replacing Article VI
Vote
Kelly Simon
5 m
The board is asked to receive and approve the amended Articles of Incorporation as the current governing document of Bridges Charter School, and to direct administration to retain the file-stamped copy in the corporation's official records and provide a copy to CalSTRS as required.
For review are:
Amended Bylaws
Certificate of Amendment of Article of Incorporation
Form 0765
When approved, Administration will proceed with submission of CalSTRS Form 0765 via the employer portal prior to the June 30, 2026 deadline.
The Investment Policy establishes the objectives and guidelines governing the management of the School's funds, with priorities of preservation of principal, liquidity, and yield.
Board discussion and input is invited; approval is recommended
Replacement Policy: BP 5141.2 Extreme Weather Conditions
Vote
Kelly Simon
5 m
This policy is adopted pursuant to the requirement under California law that public schools, including charter schools, adopt protocols for addressing extreme weather conditions by July 1, 2026. This policy replaces BP 5141.2 Hot Weather Conditions (adopted 10/23/17) and expands its scope to address all forms of extreme weather.
Addendum to Comprehensive School Safety Plan — Refuge Shelter Identification Procedure (AB 2968)
Vote
Kelly Simon
5 m
AB 2968 (Chapter 589, Statutes of 2024) amends Education Code Section 32282 to require all public schools, including charter schools, to establish a written procedure identifying an appropriate refuge shelter for all pupils and staff in the event of an evacuation order by local authorities, commencing with the 2026–2027 fiscal year. This requirement applies to all schools regardless of fire hazard severity zone designation.
Administration has developed an addendum to the BCS 2025–2026 Comprehensive School Safety Plan designating Conejo Creek North Park (1379 E Janss Road, Thousand Oaks) as the school's primary refuge shelter. The park was selected because it is a publicly accessible open space open during all school hours, located approximately 1.5 miles from campus, with public restrooms, ample parking for parent reunification, and ADA accessibility. As a public park managed by the Conejo Recreation and Park District, it requires no private access agreement.
The addendum also includes a step-by-step evacuation procedure, student reunification protocols, disability accommodations, and a provision for the required annual notification to the Ventura County Fire Department.
Approval of this addendum is recommended; following approval, the Executive Director will notify the Ventura County Fire Department of the designated refuge shelter location as required by AB 2968.
Resolution: Authorization to Open Investment Account with Westlake Private Wealth Management
Vote
Kelly Simon
5 m
Contingent upon adoption of the Bridges Charter School Investment Policy, the Board of Directors will consider a resolution authorizing the opening of an investment account with Westlake Private Wealth Management, a fiduciary financial advisory practice operating through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN), Member SIPC. The resolution designates authorized signers and establishes the scope of authority for management of the account on behalf of Bridges Charter School.
April Financials and Budget Overview with Preliminary Budget and May Revise Insights
FYI
Kelly Simon
5 m
Dr. Simon will present the April financial statements, providing the Board with an updated picture of Bridges' year-to-date revenue and expenditures relative to the adopted budget. This report will include a review of key budget variances and any notable trends as the school approaches fiscal year-end.
In addition, Dr.Simon will share preliminary insights from the Governor's May Revision to the state budget, including any anticipated impacts to charter school funding, Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) allocations, or other revenue streams that may affect our financial position for the upcoming fiscal year.
Bridges Charter School seeks board approval to enter into a contract with Burch Studios to provide music instruction services for the 2025–2026 school year. This partnership will support and enhance our music program by bringing specialized expertise and programming to our students.
This contract is budget-neutral. Funding will be drawn from existing budget line reductions with a salary adjustment within the Music/Performing Arts instructional staff, and a reduction in vendor programming costs currently allocated to the Homeschool Program.
