Environmental Charter Schools
Board of Directors' Meeting
Date and Time
Monday November 26, 2018 at 5:00 PM PST
Location
Zoom info: https://zoom.us/j/147466498 Or Telephone: (669) 900-6833 (Meeting ID: 147 466 498) // Call-In Locations: 2401 Pine Ave., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
ECS Board Members Term and End Date
Mr. Anthony Jowid, President.................................................2 years June 30, 2019
Mr. Ken Deemer, Vice President.............................................3 years June 30, 2019
Ms. Denise Berger, Secretary.................................................3 years June 30, 2020
Ms. Cathy Creasia..................................................................3 years June 30, 2020
Ms. Zena Fong.......................................................................2 year June 30, 2020
Mr. Ernie Levroney.................................................................2 year June 30, 2019
Ms. Jenina Ramirez...............................................................3 years June 30, 2021
Lawndale Elementary School District Representative...........Rotating Position
ECS Staff
Ms. Alison Diaz, Executive Director & Founder
Ms. Farnaz Golshani-Flechner, Chief Operating Officer
Ms. Kami Cotler, Director of Strategic Initiatives
Ms. Danielle Kelsick, Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Ms. Beth Bernstein-Yamashiro, Principal at ECMS - Inglewood
Ms. KC Villoria, Principal at ECHS
Dr. Qiana O'Leary, Principal at ECMS - Gardena
Mr. Dave Trejo, Principal-in-Residence
Mission:
Reimagine public education in low-income communities of color to prepare conscious, critical thinkers who are equipped to graduate from college and create a more equitable and sustainable world.
Values:
JUSTICE - We examine bias, racism, and prejudice. We deliver culturally-responsive curricula. We succeed when students’ race and class cease to predict their level of achievement. (footnote Noguera).
COMMUNITY - We care. We collaborate. We respect the rights and voices of our stakeholders.
CURIOSITY - We question. We explore. We innovate.
SUSTAINABILITY - We think globally and act locally. We adapt. We encourage systems thinking to create a sustainable future.
LEADERSHIP - We listen. We think critically. We advocate. We shift public discourse. We are our own superheroes.
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.
PUBLIC SPEAKERS AT BOARD MEETINGS
Notice is hereby given that consistent with the requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act, special presentations not mentioned in the agenda may be made at this meeting. However, any such presentation will be for information only. The public should be aware that the Board is unable by law to deliberate or take action on items raised during the Presentations from the Floor section.
Environmental Charter Schools recognizes that it benefits greatly from public input and perspective. Individuals are invited to address the Board on any topic or subject matter that falls within the Environmental Charter School's purview. Speakers may sign up in person immediately prior to the beginning of the Board meeting by turning in a Speaker Form (available at the check-in table in English and Spanish).
Should a member of the public wish to speak on matters not listed on the agenda, they may speak during the Presentations from the Floor section of the agenda. Speakers will be given a maximum of three (3) minutes each to address the Board (non-English speakers utilizing translators will be given a maximum of six (6) minutes each). Please note that the Board allows a maximum of 10 minutes to each subject as determined by the Board's presiding officer.
Should a member of the public wish to speak on matters listed on the agenda, they may speak during the Presentations from the Floor section of the agenda. Speakers will be given a maximum of five (5) minutes each to address the Board (non-English speakers utilizing translators will be given a maximum of ten (10) minutes each).
The public should be aware that the Board is unable by law to deliberate or take action on items raised during the Presentations from the Floor section.
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 ECS at (310) 214-3408, option 5.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information concerning this agenda or for materials relating to this meeting, please contact ECS at (310) 214-3408, option 5.
Mr. Anthony Jowid, President.................................................2 years June 30, 2019
Mr. Ken Deemer, Vice President.............................................3 years June 30, 2019
Ms. Denise Berger, Secretary.................................................3 years June 30, 2020
Ms. Cathy Creasia..................................................................3 years June 30, 2020
Ms. Zena Fong.......................................................................2 year June 30, 2020
Mr. Ernie Levroney.................................................................2 year June 30, 2019
Ms. Jenina Ramirez...............................................................3 years June 30, 2021
Lawndale Elementary School District Representative...........Rotating Position
ECS Staff
Ms. Alison Diaz, Executive Director & Founder
Ms. Farnaz Golshani-Flechner, Chief Operating Officer
Ms. Kami Cotler, Director of Strategic Initiatives
Ms. Danielle Kelsick, Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Ms. Beth Bernstein-Yamashiro, Principal at ECMS - Inglewood
Ms. KC Villoria, Principal at ECHS
Dr. Qiana O'Leary, Principal at ECMS - Gardena
Mr. Dave Trejo, Principal-in-Residence
Mission:
Reimagine public education in low-income communities of color to prepare conscious, critical thinkers who are equipped to graduate from college and create a more equitable and sustainable world.
Values:
JUSTICE - We examine bias, racism, and prejudice. We deliver culturally-responsive curricula. We succeed when students’ race and class cease to predict their level of achievement. (footnote Noguera).
COMMUNITY - We care. We collaborate. We respect the rights and voices of our stakeholders.
CURIOSITY - We question. We explore. We innovate.
SUSTAINABILITY - We think globally and act locally. We adapt. We encourage systems thinking to create a sustainable future.
LEADERSHIP - We listen. We think critically. We advocate. We shift public discourse. We are our own superheroes.
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.
PUBLIC SPEAKERS AT BOARD MEETINGS
Notice is hereby given that consistent with the requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act, special presentations not mentioned in the agenda may be made at this meeting. However, any such presentation will be for information only. The public should be aware that the Board is unable by law to deliberate or take action on items raised during the Presentations from the Floor section.
Environmental Charter Schools recognizes that it benefits greatly from public input and perspective. Individuals are invited to address the Board on any topic or subject matter that falls within the Environmental Charter School's purview. Speakers may sign up in person immediately prior to the beginning of the Board meeting by turning in a Speaker Form (available at the check-in table in English and Spanish).
Should a member of the public wish to speak on matters not listed on the agenda, they may speak during the Presentations from the Floor section of the agenda. Speakers will be given a maximum of three (3) minutes each to address the Board (non-English speakers utilizing translators will be given a maximum of six (6) minutes each). Please note that the Board allows a maximum of 10 minutes to each subject as determined by the Board's presiding officer.
Should a member of the public wish to speak on matters listed on the agenda, they may speak during the Presentations from the Floor section of the agenda. Speakers will be given a maximum of five (5) minutes each to address the Board (non-English speakers utilizing translators will be given a maximum of ten (10) minutes each).
The public should be aware that the Board is unable by law to deliberate or take action on items raised during the Presentations from the Floor section.
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 ECS at (310) 214-3408, option 5.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information concerning this agenda or for materials relating to this meeting, please contact ECS at (310) 214-3408, option 5.
Agenda
I. | Opening Items | |
Opening Items
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A. | Record Attendance and Guests | |
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B. | Call the Meeting to Order | |
C. | Approve the Agenda | |
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II. | Presentations from the Floor | |
Ad Hoc Technology Committee
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A. | Presentations from the Floor on Non Agenda Items | |
Should a member of the public wish to speak on matters not listed on the agenda, they may speak during the Presentations from the Floor section of the agenda. Speakers will be given a maximum of three (3) minutes each to address the Board (non-English speakers utilizing translators will be given a maximum of six (6) minutes each).
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B. | Presentations from the Floor on Agenda Items | |
Should a member of the public wish to speak on matters listed on the agenda, they may speak during the Presentations from the Floor section of the agenda. Speakers will be given a maximum of five (5) minutes each to address the Board (non-English speakers utilizing translators will be given a maximum of ten (10) minutes each).
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III. | Reports/Presentations | |
A. | Principals Updates | |
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B. | CEO/COO Update | |
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C. | Board Benchmark Chart Discussion | |
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D. | Equity & Diversity Update | |
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E. | Financial Update | |
F. | Development Update | |
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IV. | Approve Consent Items A-L | |
A. | Approve Previous Meeting Minutes for September 24, 2018 Board Meeting | |
B. | Approve Previous Meeting Minutes for October 12, 2018 Special Board Meeting | |
C. | Accept Minutes From the Following Committee Meetings | |
D. | Accept September 2018 Check Register as recommended by Finance Committee | |
As recommended by Finance Committee, accept September 2018 Check Register.
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E. | Accept September-November Private Donations Over $1000 as recommended by Finance Committee | |
As recommended by Finance Committee, accept September-November Private Donations Over $1000.
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F. | Approve CCU Borrowing Resolution for Line of Credit Renewal as Recommended by Finance Committee | |
As recommended by Finance Committee, approve CCU Borrowing Resolution for line of credit renewal.
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G. | Approve Revised Anti-bullying Policy | |
Revised Anti-bullying Policy to reflect shifts in Education Code through AB 699.
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H. | Approve ECS - LACOE Conflict of Interest Code Bridge Policy | |
Policy to serve as a bridge between ECS' and LACOE's Conflict of Interest Policies
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I. | Approve Security Camera and Video Footage Policy | |
Provided by attorney on behalf of ECS in response to recent video request from law enforcement.
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J. | Approve Updated Green Policy | |
Minor date and language updates to this policy.
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K. | Withdraw ECS Investment & Expenditure Policy | |
Withdrawing the ECS Investment & Expenditure Policy while the ideal structure and parameters of an ECS investment program is determined.
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L. | Approve revised ECHS, ECMS-G, ECMS-I Parent-Student Handbooks | |
ECHS, ECMS-G, ECMS-I Parent-Student Handbooks revised to reflect updates to Anti-Bullying Policy per AB 699 and Security Camera and Video Footage Policy pending board approval.
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V. | Action Items | |
A. | Accept FY17-18 Audit Report (pending final ECS review) | |
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B. | Approval of Fourth Amended Bylaws | |
Revised ECS Bylaws to reflect AB 699 language, make corrections, and improve clarity.
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C. | Approve Fast Track Corporation Contract for ECMS-Gardena Urban Greening Project | |
Agreement to be signed for continuing ECMS-Gardena Urban Greening project work.
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VI. | Upcoming Dates/Announcements | |
A. | Next ECS Board Meeting | |
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B. | Next ECS Committee Meetings | |
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C. | Student Led Tours | |
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D. | Upcoming Events | |
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E. | Appreciations | |
VII. | Transition to Closed Session | |
A. | Adjourn to Closed Session | |
VIII. | Closed Session | |
A. | PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION | |
Title: Executive Director
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IX. | Report Out of Closed Session | |
A. | Report Out | |
X. | Closing Items | |
A. | Adjourn Meeting |