Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy
Minutes
Regular Board Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday January 28, 2026 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, January 28, 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, G. McCloskey, M. Nino
Directors Absent
None
Guests Present
A. Soriano (remote), Chad Leptich, Grady McGuire, J. Manwarren (remote), J. Mays
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance / Roll Call
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS / RECOGNITION
A.
Request to cancel the February 25, 2026, board meeting and add a February 18, 2026, Regular Board Meeting.
Add an action item to the agenda that needs immediate action. The board will be at a conference on February 25, 2026, and will not be able to hold a meeting. This came to our attention after the agenda was posted. Vote to add the action item.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
B.
Recognize the board members for their efforts, travel, and dedication to our organization.
III. CORRESPONDENCE / PROPOSALS / REPORTS / INFORMATION
A.
BUDGET / SCHOOL UPDATE
- Report of expenses incurred over $10,000
- Alex Soriano presents the Chase Bank statement showing expenses over $10,000. The board requests inclusion in the slideshow to better understand the expenses.
- Executive Directors' Evaluation
- Alex Soriano reports that there will be a closed session at the next meeting to present the evaluations.
- Liveschool Academic Rewards Program
- Alex Soriano presents the purpose of the program. The focus is on math and language arts.
- Board By Laws Term Limits
- Alex Soriano reports that the currenty by laws has boaurd member terms ending every three years. There are 3 current members whose terms would end this June. Working with legal to amend them to provide the option to continue as a board member for another 3 years.
IV. APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED MOTION FOR CONSENT CALENDAR
A.
CONSENT AGENDA
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
V. ACTION ITEMS
A.
New Board Member - Grady McGuire
I'm a real estate agent and realtor. I was licensed in 87, if that gives you any… yeah, out of Texas, so I sold in Texas. I have a strong sales and marketing background, as well as a business background. But I'm kind of at a point in life that I think I have a lot to give back. Life experience, business experience, etc. So, that's what I'm bringing to the table.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
B.
2024-2025 School Accountability Report Card
Joel Manwarren presents Part 2 of the SARC. Reports on mistaken data from last month, the student groups were incorrectly reported. He points out the school dropout rate and the significant improvement.
Marcella Nino asks if anything stands out to Joel Manwarren. He points out that chronic absenteeism has been a focus of the improvement of that data. Improved our process to find which school the student has moved to.
Grady McGuire votes to approve the 24-25 SARC
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
C.
Board Policy 5145.6 Student Behavioral Health Referral Protocols
Grady McGuire votes to approve the policy as written
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
D.
Board Policy 6160 Individualized Education Plan Update
Grady McGuire votes to approve the policy as written.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
E.
Board Policy 6164.6 Section 504 - Policy, Procedures, and Parent Rights Update
Grady McGuire votes to approve the policy as written
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
F.
Foundation for California Community Colleges Partnership Agreement
James Mays presents the details of the partnership.
Grady McGuire votes to approve the partnership.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
G.
Small Talk Speech and Occupational Therapy Contract
Celeste Danner reports that a new student requested in-person services from this Nonpublic agency. The services came in the IEP, and we want to remain consistent. This will be the first time working with Small Talk.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
H.
2026-2027 Proposed School Calendars
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
I.
Cancel the February 25, 2026 board meeting and schedule February 18, 2026 Regular Board Meeting
Grady McGuire votes to approve the board meeting calendar adjustment
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
VI. Closing Items
A.
Regular Board Meetings
The February 25th Meeting has been cancelled, and a February 18 meeting has been scheduled.
B.
Adjourn Meeting
- 2025_12_03_board_meeting_minutes.pdf
- Chast Jan 22nd over 10k.pdf
- Barker Blue Dog Bylaws (4869-0857-8919.v3 2024-25)08-21-2024 (3).pdf
- UPDATED BEST 25-26 Org Chart.png
- BEST Academy Check Register - December 2025.pdf
- ASorianoJan-28.pdf
- JMays Dec 18th 2025 Exp Report.pdf
- JMays Jan 23 2026.pdf
- Grady McGuire Resume (2).docx
- 2025_School_Accountability_Report_Card_BEST_Academy.pdf
- BP 5141.6 Regarding Student Behavioral Health Referral Protocols (4919-0103-5914.v1).docx
- BP 6160_ Special Education Policy (4938-8596-8764.v1) (2).docx
- BP 6164.6 Section 504 - Policy, Procedures, and Parent Rights (4897-1519-2700.v1).docx
- 00013482_Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy_K-12 LEA Partnership Agreement_Final (1).docx
- NPA Certification-Small Talk Speech and OT Approved (1).pdf
- SmallTalk School Rates 2025 (1).pdf
- SmallTalk Liability 7_15_25-7_15_26 (1).pdf
- DRAFT B Track Calendar 26_27.xlsx - Google Sheets.pdf
- DRAFT A Track Calendar 26_27.xlsx - Google Sheets.pdf
Will be approved during the Consolidated Consent Agenda portion.