Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy
Minutes
Regular Board Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday November 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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, November 5, 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.
Directors Present
C. Bolden, D. Webb, M. Nino
Directors Absent
G. McCloskey
Guests Present
A. Corder (remote), A. Soriano (remote), C. Cavanah (remote), Chad Leptich, J. Mays, N. Maldonado (remote), Y. Cervantez (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance / Roll Call
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
II. CORRESPONDENCE / PROPOSALS / REPORTS / INFORMATION
A.
BUDGET / SCHOOL UPDATE
B.
Kyle Kendall will not be running for a board position due to deployment to Poland
C.
C. Vendor presentation of expenses - Amazon. Debra Webb asks for clarification on a couple of items listed on the invoice. James Mays provides clarification. Marcella Nino asks for the rationale of how it is listed. A bit difficult to understand the listing of the items.
D.
James Mays presents the rationale for the Teacher on Special Assignment. To support the homeschool growth and process building. Alex Soriano will be the immediate supervisor.
III. APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED MOTION FOR CONSENT CALENDAR
A.
CONSENT AGENDA
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
IV. ACTION ITEMS
A.
Kyle Kendall to join the BEST Academy Board
Kyle Kendall is no longer running for a board position.
B.
Executive Directors Accrued Vacation Payout
This information was presented at the October board meeting.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
C.
Policy Regarding the Assignment of Teachers in Transitional Kindergarten Classes
Legal counsel recommended developing a TK policy.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
D.
Updating LEAD Teacher Job Descriptions
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
E.
National Honor Society (NHS) Club Advisor (Stipend - $2,000)
Alex Soriano presents the role of the NHS lead in supporting our students.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
F.
Local Control and Accountability Plan( LCAP) Development & Reporting (Stipend - $6,000)
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
V. Closing Items
A.
Regular Board Meetings
B.
Adjourn Meeting
- AmazonBusiness_Invoice_1KN3-6PRQ-R3FR.pdf
- BEST Academy Check Register September - October 2025.pdf
- ASoriano Nov 5 2025 (1).pdf
- JMays Oct 31 2025 Exp Report.pdf
- 2025_10_01_board_meeting_minutes.pdf
- ASoriano_Executive_Director_Employment_Agreement_25-27_6005592.2___1___4897-3797-9916.v2_.docx
- JMays_Executive_Director_Employment_Agreement_25-27_6005592.2___1___4897-3797-9916.v2_.docx
- ASoriano_FIXED_TERM_EMPLOYMENT_AGREEMENT.docx.pdf
- Policy Regarding TK Teaching Assignments (BEST Academy) (4907-2192-0113.v1).docx
- Verification Forms For TK Teaching Assignments (BEST Academy) (4920-9621-0033.v1).docx
- TOSA – Engagement.pdf
- TOSA – Homeschool Secondary Instruction.pdf
- TOSA – Policy & Procedures.pdf
- TOSA – Vendor & Resource.pdf
- TOSA – Homeschool Elementary Instruction.pdf
- HR BEST Salary 2025-2026.xlsx
- Copy of NHS_Advisor_Stipend w_ HR Edits.docx
- LCAP_Development&Reporting_Stipend_2025-26.docx.pdf
Marcella Nino advises reflecting on how to use a TOSA.