Final

Western School of Science and Technology: CFA

Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western

Date and Time

Tuesday October 24, 2023 at 11:00 AM MST

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, October 24th, 2023 11:00 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:                  Thursday, October 18th, 2023 3:30 p.m. MST

 

Agenda

Section Number Topic Number Details Purpose Presenter Time
I. Opening Items 11:00 AM
 
Opening Items
 
  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
   
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.
  
  D. Call to the Public Discuss Jay Kaprosy 1 m
   
*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.
  
II. Consent Agenda 11:07 AM
 

All items on this agenda will be considered by a single motion with no discussion, unless requested otherwise by a board member

  
  A. Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 9/15/2023 Approve Minutes Jay Kaprosy 2 m
     
  B. Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 10/4/2023 Approve Minutes Jay Kaprosy 1 m
     
III. Finance 11:10 AM
  A. Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers Vote Tisha Crisler 3 m
  B. Presentation of Finance Committee Report FYI Matt Sandoval 5 m
   
  • Synergy Fees is in place and has captured charges for Chromebooks, Chromebook chargers, t-shirts, and sports fees
  • We have contacted local companies to get pricing on a new fence. This is still in progress. 
  • The quotes are finished for upgraded cameras. The least expensive way to do a full system upgrade is $40,000. (see attached quote)
  • We will begin working on updated 5-year projections to assist the Development Committee in its planning.
  • Today, we reviewed the new bank account options, which are part of increasing revenue through passive means.

 

  
  C. Discussion and Consideration of new MidFirst Bank Accounts Vote Jessica Makowske 10 m
IV. Governance 11:28 AM
  A. Presentation of Governance Committee Report FYI Eloy Yndigoyen 1 m
   

Governance Report

  
  B. Presentation and Discussion of Reproductive Health Curriculum Discuss Jessica Makowske 10 m
   

Maricopa County Department of Public Health- Adolescent Health Program

  
  C. Discussion and Consideration updated Board Policy Manual Vote Jessica Makowske 10 m
  D. Discussion and Consideration of Principal Evaluation Tool Vote Jessica Makowske 5 m
  E. Discussion and Consideration of Teacher Evaluation Tool Vote Jessica Makowske 5 m
V. Development 11:59 AM
  A. Presentation of Development Committee Report FYI Anaiis Ballesteros 2 m
   

Save the Date: Feb 23th 

 

 

  
VI. CEO Support and Evaluation 12:01 PM
  A. Presentation of the School Director's Report FYI Jessica Makowske 10 m
  B. Discussion: Federal Accountability aTSI results FYI Jessica Makowske 5 m
VII. EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to ARS 38-431.03(A)(1) discussion of Concerns Raised by Former Employee 12:16 PM
  A. Discussion of former employee's complaint Discuss Jay Kaprosy 15 m
VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to A.R.S. §§38-431.03.A.1 CEO EVALUATION AND SUPPORT 12:31 PM
  A. Discussion of SD Performance-Based Bonus for FY23 Discuss Jay Kaprosy 10 m
  B. Discussion of School Director Evaluation Results FY23 Discuss Jay Kaprosy 15 m
  C. Discussion of Superintendent's FY24 Contract Discuss Jay Kaprosy 10 m
  D. Discuss Superintendent's Goals for FY24 Discuss Jessica Makowske 5 m
IX. Challenge Foundation Properties Update 1:11 PM
  A. Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update Discuss Matt Sandoval 1 m
X. Closing Items 1:12 PM
  A. Meeting Feedback Discuss Jay Kaprosy 2 m
  B. Summary of Action Items FYI Jessica Makowske 2 m
   
        
  
  C. Next Meeting Date & Agenda FYI Jay Kaprosy 2 m
   


Thursday, November 9th, 2023

  
  D. Adjourn Meeting Vote Jay Kaprosy 2 m