Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy
Minutes
Regular Board Meeting
Date and Time
Tuesday June 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Location
Chula Vista Public Library
276 Fourth Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 409-5811
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 9, 2026
12:00 p.m. Board Meeting
LOCATION
Chula Vista Library
365 F St, Chula Vista, CA 91910
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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, G. McGuire
Guests Present
A. Corder (remote), A. Soriano, C. Cavanah (remote), J. Mays
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance / Roll Call
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| G. McGuire |
Absent
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
II. CORRESPONDENCE / PROPOSALS / REPORTS / INFORMATION
A.
BUDGET / SCHOOL UPDATE
III. APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED MOTION FOR CONSENT CALENDAR
A.
CONSENT AGENDA
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| G. McGuire |
Absent
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
IV. ACTION ITEMS
A.
Adoption of the 2026-2027 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| G. McGuire |
Absent
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
B.
Adoption of the 2026-2027 Proposed School Budget
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| G. McGuire |
Absent
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
C.
Receivables Sale Agreement with Bay Area Technology School
The board reviewed a proposed receivable sale agreement with Bay Area Technology School (Oakland). Best Academy is utilizing its available bank funds to support a fellow charter school facing a temporary cash crunch. The agreement functions like a line of credit with a maximum ceiling of $1.5 million (estimated actual draw is $800,000). Best Academy will purchase future state-backed receivables (LCFF and In-Lieu Property Taxes) as collateral. The board requested to review the final contract verbiage during the upcoming August budget professional development session. A motion was made, seconded, and unanimously approved via roll-call vote to authorize the receivable sales agreement up to the $1.5 million ceiling.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McGuire |
Absent
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
D.
2026-2027 Declaration of Need for Qualified Educators
The board reviewed the annual declaration required to establish a baseline for utilizing emergency or alternative credentialing options later in the school year, should unexpected staffing shortages arise.
Current Personnel Gaps: Three specific areas were identified as conservatively needing coverage just in case:
Physics: Currently uncredentialed, though student needs are traditionally met via alternative paths like Arizona State University (ASU) or city college partnerships.
World Languages: Currently covered for Spanish, but alternative language options are included in the declaration to allow for flexibility if students request other languages.
Special Education (Moderate-Severe): The school recently enrolled a few special education students requiring moderate-severe support. While the school currently contracts with outside vendors (e.g., Stepping Stones) to provide these deeper services within the independent homeschool model, the school is actively incentivizing internal special education staff to obtain this specific certification.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McGuire |
Absent
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
E.
Board Policy 9322 Public Meetings and Teleconferencing
Alex Soriano presents the updates to the policy
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McGuire |
Absent
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
V. Closing Items
A.
Regular Board Meetings
B.
Adjourn Meeting
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| G. McGuire |
Absent
|
| G. McCloskey |
Absent
|
| D. Webb |
Aye
|
| M. Nino |
Aye
|
| C. Bolden |
Aye
|
- June 3 LCAP Minutes.pdf
- 2026_06_03_board_meeting_minutes (1) (1).pdf
- ASorianoXP06-09-26.pdf
- JMay June 5 26.pdf
- 2026_Local_Control_and_Accountability_Plan_BEST_Academy_20260529 (2).pdf
- 2026_Local_Control_and_Accountability_Plan_BEST_Academy_20260529 (1).pdf
- 2026-27 BEST Academy Adopted Budget Alt Form & MYP (1).pdf
- 2026-27 Adopted Budget Review (1).pptx
- Charter School Receivables Sale Agreement_ Transaction Summary.docx
- cl500 (1).pdf
- BP 9322 Public Meetings and Teleconferencing (1).docx
James Mays reports that the enrollment has not changed much since last meeting.