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Western School of Science and Technology: CFA

Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western (Virtual)

Date and Time

Friday February 9, 2024 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:                  Friday, February 9th, 2024 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
                                            https://wsst.zoom.us/my/jmakowske
When:                  Friday, February 9th, 2023 8:30 a.m. MST

Agenda

Section Number Topic Number Details 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 5 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 8:41 AM
 
Consent Agenda—All items on this agenda will be considered by a single motion with no discussion, unless requested otherwise by a board member
 
  A. Discussion and Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 1/11/2024 Approve Minutes Jay Kaprosy 2 m
     
  B. FY25 School Calendar Vote Jessica Makowske 1 m
III. CEO Support and Evaluation 8:44 AM
  A. Presentation of the Superintendent's Report FYI Jessica Makowske 20 m
  B. Presentation of School Director Goals FY 24 Vote Jessica Makowske 3 m
IV. Finance 9:07 AM
  A. Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers Vote Tisha Crisler 5 m
  B. Presentation of Finance Committee Report FYI Matt Sandoval 2 m
V. Academic Excellence 9:14 AM
  A. Presentation of Academic Committee Report Discuss Megan McWenie 10 m
VI. Development 9:24 AM
  A. Presentation of Development Committee Report Discuss Jessica Makowske 2 m
VII. Governance 9:26 AM
  A. Presentation of Governance Committee Report FYI Eloy Yndigoyen 15 m
  B. Update from Succession Planning Committee Discuss Jessica Makowske 5 m
  C. Board Retreat Agenda Discuss Jessica Makowske 10 m
VIII. Challenge Foundation Properties Update 9:56 AM
  A. Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update Discuss Matt Sandoval 3 m
IX. Closing Items 9:59 AM
  A. Meeting Feedback Discuss Jay Kaprosy 2 m
  B. Summary of Action Items and School Director Requests FYI Jessica Makowske 2 m
  C. Next Meeting Date & Agenda FYI Jay Kaprosy 2 m
   

March 21st, 2024

  
  D. Adjourn Meeting Vote Jay Kaprosy 2 m