Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy
Regular Board Meeting
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Location
voco Laguna Hills by IHG
25205 La Paz Rd, Laguna Hills, CA, US
BROOKFIELD ENGINEERING SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY
College and Career Pathways with Guidance and Support
1704 Cape Horn, Julian, CA 92036
Organizational MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS' PROPOSED AGENDA
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
10:30 a.m. Board Meeting
LOCATION
voco Laguna Hills by IHG
25205 La Paz Rd, Laguna Hills, CA, US
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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 | 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. | Annual BROWN ACT TRAINING | 10:30 AM | |||
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The purpose of Brown Act training is to educate California public officials and employees on the state's open meeting laws, which guarantee public transparency and participation in local government by ensuring that meetings are open to the public, require advance notice, and restrict certain closed-door discussions. This training helps officials comply with the Ralph M. Brown Act, understand their duties and responsibilities under the law, and avoid violations that can undermine public trust and accountability. |
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| A. | Kathleen Daugherty | FYI | Kathleen Daugherty | 90 m | |
| IV. | PUBLIC COMMENTS / RECOGNITION | ||||
| V. | CORRESPONDENCE / PROPOSALS / REPORTS / INFORMATION | 12:00 PM | |||
| A. | BUDGET / SCHOOL UPDATE | Discuss | James Mays | 45 m | |
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| VI. | APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED MOTION FOR CONSENT CALENDAR | 12:45 PM | |||
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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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| VII. | ACTION ITEMS - Organization of the Board of Directors | ||||
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| A. | Election of the President (Chair) of the Board | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| B. | Election of the Vice President (Vice Chair) of the Board | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| C. | Appoint the Executive Director as Secretary of the Board | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| D. | BEST Academy Board ByLaws | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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Approval establishes bylaws developed in conjunction with legal counsel.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| E. | BP 5112 ANNUAL ENROLLMENT CAPACITY, ADMISSIONS, AND LOTTERY PROCEDURES | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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The policy defines the annual enrollment capacity ceiling, establishes open enrollment guidelines, outlines lottery preference hierarchies, and grants administrative scaling authority. It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve policy BP 5112, setting the maximum enrollment capacity ceiling at 1,750 students for the upcoming term and authorizing mid-year escalation parameters as presented.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| F. | Board Policy 5141.4 Professional Boundaries & Safe Learning Environments | Vote | Alex Soriano | ||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the updated professional boundaries policy to comply with Senate Bill 848.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| G. | Board Policy 4315 Mandated Reported Procedures | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the updated policy
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| H. | Contract with Media Lucid, LLC | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the contract to provide innovation strategy, artificial intelligence (“AI”) advisory services, and design, development, testing, implementation, training, and support for responsible AI-enabled educational solutions.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| I. | Cr8uv Contract Renewal | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the contract renewal to continue receiving consulting support for operational management, community outreach, marketing, and personnel.
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 the amended policy per legal counsel's recommendation.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| K. | 2026-2027 Regular Board Meeting Calendar | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the proposed school year board meeting calendar.
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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| L. | Dynamic Vision Optometry Contract | Vote | |||
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It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the contract to provide continued vision services to students
Motion: 1st_____ 2nd:______ Roll Call Marcella Nino Debra Webb Cassandra Bolden Grady McGuire Gary McCloskey |
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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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