Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy
Regular Board Meeting
Date and Time
Location
Barker Blue Dog Office
6360 El Cajon Blvd #101
San Diego, CA 92115
BROOKFIELD ENGINEERING SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY
College and Career Pathways with Guidance and Support
1704 Cape Horn, Julian, CA 92036
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS' PROPOSED AGENDA
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
10:30 a.m. Board Meeting
LOCATION
Barker Blue Dog Office
6360 El Cajon Blvd #101
San Diego, CA 92115
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MISSION STATEMENT
Brookfield Engineering Science & Technology Academy will harness the power of a flexible learning environment and modern educational technology to serve learners with diverse backgrounds and goals, seeking an educational alternative that stimulates and supports independent learning, provides a strong social-emotional approach, and supports STEM college and career readiness.
THE ORDER OF BUSINESS MAY BE CHANGED WITHOUT NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the order of consideration of matters on this agenda may be changed without prior notice.
REASONABLE LIMITATIONS MAY BE PLACED ON PUBLIC TESTIMONY. The Governing Board’s presiding officer reserves the right to impose reasonable time limits on public testimony to ensure the agenda is completed.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WILL BE PROVIDED FOR ANY INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY
Pursuant to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, any individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in this meeting of the Governing Board may request assistance by contacting Brookfield Engineering Science and Technology Academy at 833-619-2378.
Agenda
| Purpose | Presenter | Time | |||
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| I. | Opening Items | 10:30 AM | |||
| A. | Record Attendance / Roll Call | Vote | |||
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Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey
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| B. | Call the Meeting to Order | Vote | |||
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Board Meeting called to order at: Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey |
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| C. | Approve Minutes | Approve Minutes | |||
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Minutes will be approved at the APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED MOTION FOR CONSENT CALENDAR section further down on the agenda. |
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| Approve minutes for Regular Board Meeting on November 5, 2025 | |||||
| II. | Pledge of Allegiance | ||||
| III. | PUBLIC COMMENTS / RECOGNITION | ||||
| IV. | CORRESPONDENCE / PROPOSALS / REPORTS / INFORMATION | ||||
| A. | BUDGET / SCHOOL UPDATE | Discuss | |||
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| V. | APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED MOTION FOR CONSENT CALENDAR | ||||
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| A. | CONSENT AGENDA | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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CONSENT FOLDER
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey |
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| VI. | ACTION ITEMS | ||||
| A. | 2025-2026 1st Interim Report | Cory Cavanah | |||
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Approval certifies that BEST Academy can meet its financial obligations for the current and two subsequent fiscal years.
Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey |
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| B. | Validate My Education Transcript Evaluation Services Contract | Vote | James Mays | ||
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Approval supports the evaluation of educational documents from other countries to determine the equivalent U.S. academic placement, ensuring a fair and accurate assessment of an individual's prior learning.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey |
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| C. | Mr. D Math Online Academic Support Contract | Vote | James Mays | ||
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Approval provides online math education and test preparation for middle and high school students. The curriculum aims to make math accessible and understandable for students of all learning styles by focusing on problem-solving skills and real-world applications.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey |
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| D. | Update of Board ByLaw 9250 - Board Member Stipend of Honorarium | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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Approval increases the compensation for service to a maximum of $600 for any month.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey |
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| E. | Updating Technology Director Job Description | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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Approval establishes a leadership position that leads initiatives that enhance instructional delivery, ensure data integrity, protect information systems, and foster innovation across the organization while maintaining compliance with state, federal, and charter regulations.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey |
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| F. | 2024-2025 Audit Report | Vote | |||
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Approval assures stakeholders that public funds are being used effectively and for their intended educational purposes.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey |
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| VII. | BOARD COMMENTS | ||||
| VIII. | DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS | ||||
| IX. | Closing Items | ||||
| A. | Regular Board Meetings | FYI | |||
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| B. | Adjourn Meeting | Vote | |||
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Motion to adjourn the Board of Directors meeting at:
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Gary McCloskey |
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