Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western: CFA
Date and Time
Thursday December 10, 2020 at 8:30 AM MST
Location
Western School of Science and Technology A Challange Foundation Academy
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
Zoom: https://wsst.zoom.us/my/jmakowske
Notice of Public Meeting
of the Board of Directors of
Western School of Science and Technology: A Challenge Foundation Academy, Inc.
Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes (“A.R.S.”) § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Board of Directors of Western School of Science and Technology: A Challenge Foundation Academy, Inc., and to the general public that the board will hold a meeting, open to the public as specified below. The Board of Directors reserves the right to change the order of items on the agenda, with the exception of public hearings set for a specified time.
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03.A.3, the Board of Directors may go into Executive Session, which will not be open to the public, concerning any item on the agenda, for discussion, consideration, or consultations for legal advice.
ALL ITEMS ON THE AGENDA ARE OPEN FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION, INCLUDING REPORTS AND ACTION ITEMS AGENDA
Disabled persons in need of special accommodations should contact Ms. Jessica Makowske at 623.249.3900 at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting time.
Where: Western School of Science and Technology:
A Challenge Foundation Academy
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
https://wsst.zoom.us/my/jmakowske
When: Thursday, December 10, 2020 8:30 a.m. MST
of the Board of Directors of
Western School of Science and Technology: A Challenge Foundation Academy, Inc.
Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes (“A.R.S.”) § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Board of Directors of Western School of Science and Technology: A Challenge Foundation Academy, Inc., and to the general public that the board will hold a meeting, open to the public as specified below. The Board of Directors reserves the right to change the order of items on the agenda, with the exception of public hearings set for a specified time.
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03.A.3, the Board of Directors may go into Executive Session, which will not be open to the public, concerning any item on the agenda, for discussion, consideration, or consultations for legal advice.
ALL ITEMS ON THE AGENDA ARE OPEN FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION, INCLUDING REPORTS AND ACTION ITEMS AGENDA
Disabled persons in need of special accommodations should contact Ms. Jessica Makowske at 623.249.3900 at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting time.
Where: Western School of Science and Technology:
A Challenge Foundation Academy
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
https://wsst.zoom.us/my/jmakowske
When: Thursday, December 10, 2020 8:30 a.m. MST
Agenda
| I. | Opening Items | |
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Opening Items
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| A. | Record Attendance and Guests | |
| B. | Call the Meeting to Order | |
| C. | Read Mission Statement | |
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Western School of Science and Technology: A Challenge Foundation Academy exists to transform Maryvale by improving low-income west Phoenix students’ opportunities for advancement in the global technological economy by providing needed preparation for the academic rigors of college graduation leading to career success.
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| D. | Mission Moment: Warrior Lab | |
| E. | Call to the Public | |
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*The public must sign in before the board meeting.
A comment card must be completed before a public comment can be made. Comments are limited to three minutes. **This is the time for the public to comment. Members of the Board may not discuss items that are not specifically identified on the agenda. Therefore, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.01(H), action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to directing staff to study the matter, responding to any criticism or scheduling the matter for further consideration and decision at a later date. |
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| II. | Consent Agenda | |
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Consent Agenda—All items on this agenda will be considered by a single motion with no discussion, unless requested otherwise by a board member
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| A. | Discussion and Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 11/5/2020 | |
| III. | CEO Support and Evaluation | |
| A. | Presentation of the School Director's Report | |
| B. | Presentation of Compliance Update | |
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Fester and Chapman will be attending the January Board meeting to walk us through the FY20 Audit.
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| C. | Discussion of School Director Goals FY 21 | |
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Science Goal possibilities: Creation of Courses, Pacing Guides, and Benchmarks for the new science standards.
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| D. | Discussion and Considerations of an Updated Grading Policy | |
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Currently, WSST does not have "D" grades and does not offer credit toward a GPA for students who enroll with D's on their transcript. This action would allow:
1. students' transcripts to reflect a "D" for earning a 60-69% in any course offered at Western School of Science and Technology during the 2020-2021 school year.
2. Students who earn a "D" will earn one GPA credit.
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| IV. | Challenge Foundation Properties Update | |
| A. | Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update | |
| V. | Governance | |
| A. | Presentation of Governance Committee Report | |
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| B. | Discussion and Consideration of a One-Time Mid Year Staff Bonus | |
| C. | Discussion of a Donated Mural | |
| VI. | Academic Excellence | |
| A. | Presentation of Academic Committee Report | |
| VII. | Finance | |
| A. | Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers | |
| B. | Presentation of Finance Committee Report | |
| VIII. | Development | |
| A. | Presentation of Development Committee Report | |
| IX. | Executive Session: Real Estate | |
| A. | Discussion of Facility Purchase | |
| X. | Closing Items | |
| A. | Meeting Feedback | |
| B. | Summary of Action Items and School Director Requests | |
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| C. | Set Next Meeting Date & Agenda | |
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Proposed Date: January 14th, 2020 @ 8:30 a.m.
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| D. | Adjourn Meeting | |