Lake View Charter School
Minutes
Lake View School Board Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday April 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Location
Oxford Suites 2035 Business Lane (Big Chico Creek Room) Chico, CA
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://sequoiagrove-org.zoom.us/j/4075258260
Directors Present
Amanda Pardini, Emilia Erickson, Katie Markel, Mark Brannigan
Directors Absent
Jen Davis
Guests Present
Claire Walker (remote), Darcy Belleza, Deanna Moreno (remote), Desiree Miller (remote), Dr. Amanda Fernandez (remote), Erika Barrish (remote), Jenell Sherman, Jenell Sherman, Jim Surmeian (remote), Katie Royer (remote), Marci Boyd (remote), Monica Mendez (remote), Serena Acker (remote), Shannon Breckenridge, Stephanie Terrell (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance/Establish Quorum
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Public Comment on Consent Agenda
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Amanda Pardini |
Aye
|
| Katie Markel |
Aye
|
| Mark Brannigan |
Aye
|
| Jen Davis |
Absent
|
| Emilia Erickson |
Aye
|
D.
Approval of Consent Agenda
E.
Public Comments on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items
No public comment.
F.
Presentation: Student Spotlight
Katie Markel presented the student achievement certificates to Grace L., Theo L., Zailey B. and Morris B.
II. Operations
A.
Approval of Employment Agreement and Addenda
Deanna Moreno presented the Employment Agreement and Addenda.
B.
Approval of Mid-Year Budget Revision of CSO Service Agreement 2025-2026, including SGCA Quarterly Financial Report
Dr. Amanda Fernandez presented Mid-Year Budget Revision of CSO Service Agreement 2025-2026, including SGCA Quarterly Financial Report.
C.
Approval of 26-27 Administrative Support Services Agreement
Dr. Amanda Fernandez presented 26-27 Administrative Support Services Agreement.
III. Presentation of Director(s) Reports
A.
Presentation of Charter School Organization End-of Year Report
Desiree Miller presented the Charter School Organization End-of Year Report.
B.
Presentation of Executive Director Report
Jenell Sherman and Shannon Breckenridge presented the Executive Director Report.
IV. Finances
A.
Approval of February 2026 Financials
Jim Surmeian presented the February 2026 Financials.
B.
Approval of 26-27 Memorandum of Understanding - Shared School Personnel
Dr. Amanda Fernandez presented 26-27 Memorandum of Understanding - Shared School Personnel.
C.
Approval of School Pathways Contract
Jenell Sherman presented the School Pathways Contract.
V. Governance
A.
Nomination and Approval of Board Member #3, Amanda Pardini (Reaffirmation)
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Amanda Pardini |
Abstain
|
| Emilia Erickson |
Aye
|
| Mark Brannigan |
Aye
|
| Katie Markel |
Aye
|
| Jen Davis |
Absent
|
B.
Nomination and Approval of Board Member #4, Katie Markel (Reaffirmation)
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Emilia Erickson |
Aye
|
| Katie Markel |
Aye
|
| Jen Davis |
Absent
|
| Amanda Pardini |
Aye
|
| Mark Brannigan |
Aye
|
C.
Nomination and Approval of Board Member #5, Emilia Erickson (Reaffirmation)
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Mark Brannigan |
Aye
|
| Amanda Pardini |
Aye
|
| Katie Markel |
Aye
|
| Jen Davis |
Absent
|
| Emilia Erickson |
Aye
|
D.
Discussion and Potential Action: New CSDC Self-Evaluation Tool
Darcy Belleza presented CSDC Self-Evaluation Tool.
E.
Board Share Out: Goals and Community Engagement
Board shared:
- Board member attended Science Fair
- Shoutout to the field trip team
- Asked about how the charter renewal process is coming along
VI. Closing Items
A.
Board Requests for Future Agenda Items
Board requests: none
B.
Announcement of Next Regular Scheduled Board Meeting
Katie Markel announced the next regular scheduled board meeting is June 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
No public comment.