Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western
Date and Time
Location
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, August 10th, 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 | 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. | 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 | 8:37 AM | |||
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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: 6/8/2023 | Approve Minutes | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
| B. | Discussion and Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 6/29/2023 | Approve Minutes | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
| C. | Discussion and Consideration of Fester and Chapman Audit Contract | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
| D. | Discussion and Consideration of Revised 23-24 Course Catalog | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
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New courses: MS/HS EL courses designated differently, AP Art History, EL AZ History |
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| E. | Discussion and Consideration of EDUPoint Synergy Contract | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
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Contract exceeds $15,000 |
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| III. | CEO Support and Evaluation | 8:56 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of the School Director's Report | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
| B. | Presentation of 5 Year Interval Review information from ASBCS | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 7 m | |
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This is WSST's 10th year. We will receive a 5-year interval review this year. Below are the documents that we are using to prepare for the review.
https://sites.google.com/asbcs.az.gov/asbcs-interval-review-guide/home |
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| IV. | Academic Excellence | 9:08 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Academic Committee Report | Discuss | Megan McWenie | 2 m | |
| V. | Finance | 9:10 AM | |||
| A. | Update on FY24 Grants | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 7 m | |
| B. | Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers | Vote | Tisha Crisler | 15 m | |
| C. | Presentation of Finance Committee Report | FYI | Matt Sandoval | 5 m | |
| VI. | Development | 9:37 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Development Committee Report | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 1 m | |
| B. | Discussion of Y10 Celebration | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 15 m | |
| VII. | Governance | 9:53 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Governance Committee Report | Jessica Makowske | 2 m | ||
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Governance Report |
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| B. | Discussion and Consideration of the revised Program of Instruction | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 15 m | |
| VIII. | Challenge Foundation Properties Update | 10:10 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update | Discuss | Matt Sandoval | 3 m | |
| IX. | Closing Items | 10:13 AM | |||
| A. | Meeting Feedback | Discuss | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
| B. | Summary of Action Items | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 2 m | |
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| C. | Set Next Meeting Date & Agenda | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
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Friday, September 15th, 8:30 a.m. - noon In-person: Moved to Friday so staff can attend |
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| D. | Adjourn Meeting | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |