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Western School of Science and Technology: CFA

Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western

Date and Time

Thursday November 9, 2023 at 8:30 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, November 9th, 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:                  Thursday, November 9th, 2023 8:30 a.m. Mountain Standard Time

 

The virtual location will be open 2 minutes prior to the start of the meeting. The in-person location will be open 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting. 

 

 

Agenda

      Purpose Presenter Time
I. Opening Items 8:30 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 8:37 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: 10/24/2023 Approve Minutes Jay Kaprosy 2 m
     
  B. Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 8/10/2023 Approve Minutes Jay Kaprosy 1 m
     
III. Finance 8:40 AM
  A. Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers Vote Tisha Crisler 3 m
  B. Presentation of Finance Committee Report FYI Jessica Makowske 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.

 

  
IV. CEO Support and Evaluation 8:48 AM
  A. Presentation of the School Director's Report FYI Jessica Makowske 10 m
   
  • Athletics
  • Kitchen Inspection
  • Audit Updates
  • Staffing Updates
  • EEOC Update
  • Academic Programs
  • Seniors
  • Y10 Events
  • Legislature, State Board, and Committees 
  
  B. Discussion: Federal Accountability aTSI results FYI Jessica Makowske 5 m
V. Governance 9:03 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 5 m
   

Maricopa County Department of Public Health- Adolescent Health Program

  
  C. Discussion and Consideration of Principal Evaluation Tool Vote Jessica Makowske 5 m
VI. Development 9:14 AM
  A. Presentation of Development Committee Report FYI Anaiis Ballesteros 2 m
   

Save the Date: Feb 23th 

 

 

  
VII. EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to ARS 38-431.03(A)(1) discussion of Concerns Raised by Former Employee 9:16 AM
  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 9:31 AM
  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 20 m
  D. Discuss Superintendent's Goals for FY24 Discuss Jessica Makowske 5 m
IX. Governance Part 2 10:21 AM
  A. Consideration of Superintendent's contract for FY24 Vote Jay Kaprosy 2 m
  B. Considerations of Superintendent's Goals for FY24 Vote Jay Kaprosy 5 m
  C. Consideration of School Director Evaluation Results FY23 Vote Jay Kaprosy 5 m
  D. Consideration of SD Performance-Based Bonus for FY23 Vote Jay Kaprosy 5 m
X. Challenge Foundation Properties Update 10:38 AM
  A. Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update Discuss Matt Sandoval 1 m
XI. Closing Items 10:39 AM
  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, December 14th, 2023

 

 

***Board Retreat April 20th, 2023 **** 

  
  D. Adjourn Meeting Vote Jay Kaprosy 2 m