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, May 6, 2026
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 Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey
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| B. | Call the Meeting to Order | Gary McCloskey | |||
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Board Meeting called to order at _________ |
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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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| 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 | |||
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CONSENT FOLDER
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| VI. | ACTION ITEMS | ||||
| A. | 2026-2027 School Safety Plan | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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It is recommend the Board of Trustees approve the amended safety plan, with input from legal counsel and staff.
Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| B. | 2026-2027 Employee Handbook | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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It is recommended that the board approve the 2026-2027 Employee Handbook
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| C. | 2026-2027 Employment Offer Contract | Vote | Andrew Corder | ||
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It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the amended employment offer with legal counsel adjustments.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| D. | Continuing Employment Offer Contract | Vote | Andrew Corder | ||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve the contract for employees continuing with BEST Academy
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| E. | School Counselor Job Decription | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve the new counseling position job description to adjust the job duties to our student enrollment demographics
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| F. | Board By-Laws Amendments | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve the amended wording of the Board By-Laws as recommended by legal counsel.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| G. | Board Calendar Adjustment | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve the cancellation of the Graduation Board meeting and add a second board meeting on June 3, 2026.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| H. | Student use of Technology and Artificial Intelligence Policy | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve the updated policy to include updated Artificial Intelligence use
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| I. | Updating Teacher Job Descriptions - 3 Lead Positions | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve the adjustments made to the Teacher Job Descriptions to add Lead positions to support Intervention, Early Literacy, and Assessments
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| J. | California Charter School Association 2 -year Membership | Vote | James Mays | ||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve membership to receive advocacy, legal support, networking, and access to the annual California Charter Schools Conference.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| K. | Arizona State University Memorandum Renewal | Vote | James Mays | ||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve the partnership to support college and career readiness for high school students.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| L. | Proposal for Summer Professional Development | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve the proposal for an in-person PD in Southern California
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| VII. | CLOSED SESSION | ||||
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Anticipated Litigation: Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) |
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| VIII. | BOARD COMMENTS | ||||
| IX. | DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS | ||||
| X. | 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 Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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