Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western: CFA
Date and Time
Thursday November 18, 2021 at 8:30 AM MST
Location
Western School of Science and Technology:
A Challenge Foundation Academy
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
https://wsst.zoom.us/my/jmakowske
A Challenge Foundation Academy
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
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, November 15th, 2021 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, November 15th, 2021 8:30 a.m. MST
Agenda
| Purpose | Presenter | Time | |||
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| I. | Opening Items | 8:30 AM | |||
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Opening Items
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| A. | Record Attendance and Guests | Lily Romo | 2 m | ||
| B. | Call the Meeting to Order | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | ||
| C. | Read Mission Statement | Jessica Makowske | 2 m | ||
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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: Computer Science | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | ||
| E. | Call to the Public | Discuss | Jay Kaprosy | 1 m | |
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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 | 8:42 AM | |||
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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: 10/14/2021 | Approve Minutes | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
| III. | CEO Support and Evaluation | 8:44 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of the School Director's Report | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
| B. | Presentation of Compliance Update | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 2 m | |
| C. | Discussion of School Director Goals FY 22 | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 2 m | |
| IV. | Finance | 8:53 AM | |||
| A. | Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers | Vote | Tisha Crisler | 5 m | |
| B. | Presentation of Finance Committee Report | FYI | Matt Sandoval | 5 m | |
| V. | Academic Excellence | 9:03 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Academic Committee Report | Discuss | Megan McWenie | 4 m | |
| B. | Discussion of Program of Instruction Amendment Process and Narrative | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
| VI. | Governance | 9:12 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Governance Committee Report | FYI | Peter Boyle | 5 m | |
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Two main findings from the Governing Board Assessment
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| B. | Discussion of Revised Governance Bylaws and Governing Board Policy Manual | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 20 m | |
| C. | Discussion and Consideration of a one-time mid-year staff bonus | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
| VII. | Challenge Foundation Properties Update | 9:42 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update | Discuss | Matt Sandoval | 3 m | |
| VIII. | Development | 9:45 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Development Committee Report | Discuss | Heidi Wildy | 4 m | |
| IX. | Closing Items | 9:49 AM | |||
| A. | Meeting Feedback | Discuss | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
| B. | Summary of Action Items and School Director Requests | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 2 m | |
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| C. | Next Meeting Date & Agenda | FYI | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
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December 9th, 2021
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| D. | Adjourn Meeting | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |