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, June 3, 2026
11:00 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
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| I. | Opening Items | 11:00 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 | Andrew Corder | ||
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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 | 11:00 AM | |||
| A. | Special Education Services Contracts Renewal | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors review and approve the bundled renewal of master services contracts with the designated Special Education vendors for the 2026-2027 school year. FOLDER
Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| B. | Board Policy: 5145.13 Immigration Enforcement Activity | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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It is recommended that the board approve the amended policy on the Charter School's response to immigration enforcement activity, in alignment with state law.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| C. | Board Policy Freedom of Speech and Expression Policy Update | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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It is recommended that the board of trustees approve the updated policy concerning students’ rights to express ideas and opinions, including speech, writing, printed materials, and wearing insignia, while adhering to specified limitations (e.g., obscenity, defamation, harassment)
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| D. | Adoption of the 2026-2027 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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t is recommended that the Board of Directors review and formally adopt the 2026-2027 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), including the LCFF Budget Overview for Parents.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| E. | Adoption of the 2026-2027 Proposed School Budget | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors review and formally adopt the Proposed School Budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| F. | July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2030 (spanning 4 fiscal years)Creative Back Office (CBO) Contract Renewal | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors review and approve the comprehensive 4-year business services contract with Creative Back Office to provide outsourced back office financial, accounting, and operational solutions for B.E.S.T. Academy.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| G. | 2025-26 EPA Expenditure Resolution - Final | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the final allocation of Education Protection Account (EPA) funds ($191,558.00 available and expended) to support classroom-centered expenditures for the 2025-2026 school year.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| H. | 2026-2027 Education Protection Account Resolution - Preliminary | Vote | 3 m | ||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the proposed allocation of Education Protection Account (EPA) funds to support classroom-centered expenditures for the upcoming school year.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| I. | Proposition 28: Arts and Music in Schools Funding Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2025-26 | Vote | 5 m | ||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve and formally ratify the Proposition 28 Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2025-26
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| J. | Board Policy 3430: Investment Policy and Guidelines | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve this policy. Approval of this policy may allow BEST Academy to manage eligible surplus cash in a manner intended to preserve public funds, support liquidity needs, and generate interest income consistent with the policy’s statutory limitations and board-approved investment parameters.
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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