Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western (In Person)
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
When: Thursday, September 15th, 2023 8:30 a.m. MST
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
When: Friday, September 15th, 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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| E. | Mission Moment: Student Council | Jessica Makowske | 7 m | ||
| II. | Consent Agenda | 8:44 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: 9/6/2023 | Approve Minutes | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
| B. | Discussion and Consideration of Revised 23-24 Course Catalog | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 2 m | |
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New courses: ASU Dual Enrollment Course IT Security |
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| III. | CEO Support and Evaluation | 8:48 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of the School Director's Report | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 20 m | |
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ACSA Sept 1 deadlines met ACC report filing met Biliteracy Seal Approval from ADE Y10 Interval Review Documentation Current State Data from BOY Testing Update from Thursday's Incident Response to former employee
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| B. | Superintendent Evaluation: Board Survey | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
| C. | Discuss Board Requests for Next Meeting for Superintendent Contract Renewal | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 7 m | |
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- Staff Survey Results EOY Fy23 - Bonus Metrics -Survey Results from the Board - Evaluation Tool? Former School Director Report Template |
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| IV. | Academic Excellence | 9:20 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Academic Committee Report | Discuss | Megan McWenie | 2 m | |
| V. | Finance | 9:22 AM | |||
| A. | Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers | Vote | Tisha Crisler | 7 m | |
| B. | Presentation of Finance Committee Report | FYI | Matt Sandoval | 5 m | |
| C. | Discussion and Consideration of the Annual Financial Report (AFR) | Vote | Tisha Crisler | 5 m | |
| VI. | Development | 9:39 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Development Committee Report | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 15 m | |
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Need Development Committee Chair Y10 Fundraiser on Campus |
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| VII. | Governance | 9:54 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 Slate of Officers | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 7 m | |
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Current: Board President: Jay Kaprosy Board Vice-President: Annette Tanori Finance Committee Chair: Matt Sandoval Academic Committee Chair: Megan McWenie Development Committee Chair: Open Governance Committee Chair: Open
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| C. | Discussion Board Composition and Requirements | Discuss | Jay Kaprosy | 10 m | |
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General
Maintaining up-to-date FCC Submit all ASBCS Paperwork before the approval vote Attend and Read all preparation materials for 80% of Board Meetings Attend Board Retreat Respond to Action Items/ Communication by Deadline Complete annual conflict of interest declaration
Governance Complete School Leader Evaluation (Annually) Complete Board Assessment (2x Annually)
Sponsor Volunteering at events when requested Secure 5 Arizona Tax Credits and/or $1,000
Consultant Serve on at least 1 committee Attend 80% of committee meetings for selected committee(s)
Ambassador Being available to School Director when consulted on area of expertise Attend Graduation plus 1 event semesterly Connect the School with 3 funders, community partners, media/public relations opportunities, or critical stakeholders Publicize board member recruitment opportunities to personal and professional networks
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| D. | Discussion and Consideration of revised 401k contributions | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | |
| VIII. | Challenge Foundation Properties Update | 10:23 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update | Discuss | Matt Sandoval | 3 m | |
| IX. | Closing Items | 10:26 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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| D. | Adjourn Meeting | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |