Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Date and Time
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
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://asu.zoom.us/my/makowske
When: Thursday, May 11th, 2023 8:30 a.m. MST
Agenda
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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 | 4 m | ||
| C. | 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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| D. | 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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| E. | Mission Moment: Cheer | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | ||
| II. | Consent Agenda | 8:49 AM | |||
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ConsentAgenda—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. | Approval of Meeting Minutes from WSST Governing Board Meeting on March 9th, 2023 | Approve Minutes | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
| B. | Consideration of Fingerprint Clearance Card requirement for contractors | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 1 m | |
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A person, including a contractor, subcontractor or vendor, or any employee of these entities, is exempt from the requirements of A.R.S. § 15-512 if their normal job duties are not likely to result in independent access to or unsupervised contact with pupils. The School’s Superintendent, Principal & Operations Director shall have the authority to make an exemption determination based on an analysis of the person’s job duties. |
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| III. | Governance | 8:52 AM | |||
| A. | Discussion and Consideration of LCQ and Financial Audit FY23 | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 15 m | |
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Fester and Chapman Must be roll call vote. |
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| IV. | CEO Support and Evaluation | 9:07 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of School Director's Report | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 15 m | |
| B. | School Director Goals | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 7 m | |
| C. | Discussion and Consideration of Revised School Calendar for FY24 | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 20 m | |
| V. | Finance | 9:49 AM | |||
| A. | Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers | Vote | Tisha Crisler | 5 m | |
| B. | Presentation of Financial Committee Report | FYI | Matt Sandoval | 5 m | |
| C. | Discussion and Consideration of End of the Year Staff Bonuses | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | |
| D. | Discussion and Consideration of a one-time additional principal mortgage payment to CFP | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | |
| E. | Discussion and Consideration of Revised Western Budget for FY23 | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 7 m | |
| VI. | Academics | 10:26 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Academic Committee Report | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 2 m | |
| VII. | Challenge Foundation Properties Update | 10:28 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update | FYI | Matt Sandoval | 2 m | |
| VIII. | Development | 10:30 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Development Committee Report | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | |
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Scholarship Fundraiser
Donations can be made by clicking on this link.
https://western.cfacademy.school/2023-western-warrior-scholarship/ |
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| IX. | EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to A.R.S. §§38-431.03.A.1 CEO EVALUATION AND SUPPORT | 10:40 AM | |||
| A. | Discussion of School Director/Superintendent Contract Extension until November 30th, 2023 | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | |
| X. | Governance Continued | 10:50 AM | |||
| A. | Consideration of FY23 School Director/ Superintendent Contract | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 5 m | |
| XI. | Closing Items | 10:55 AM | |||
| A. | Meeting Feedback | Discuss | Jay Kaprosy | 5 m | |
| B. | Summary of Action Items and School Director Requests | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 3 m | |
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| C. | Set Next Meeting Date & Agenda | Discuss | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
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Proposed Date: Thursday, June 8th First Budget
Thursday, June 29th Second Budget
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| D. | Adjourn Meeting | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |