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, March 21st, 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: Thursday, January 11th, 2024 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
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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 | 2 m | ||
| B. | Call the Meeting to Order | 2 m | ||
| C. | Read Mission Statement | 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 | 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. | Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 2/09/2024 | Approve Minutes | 2 m | |
| B. | Approval of Revised Calendar FY25 | Vote | 2 m | |
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*Adjusts ITM days for some holidays |
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| III. | Finance | 8:41 AM | ||
| A. | Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers | Vote | 3 m | |
| B. | Presentation of Finance Committee Report | FYI | 1 m | |
| IV. | Governance | 8:45 AM | ||
| A. | Presentation of Governance Committee Report | FYI | 15 m | |
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Governance Report |
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| B. | Presentation and Consideration of WSST's Single Audit FY23 | Vote | 10 m | |
| C. | Presentation and Consideration of Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) and WSST Internet Safety Policies | Vote | 10 m | |
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Harry Parrish E-rate Required Adopted Policy |
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| D. | Discussion and Consideration of Retaining Recruitment Firm for FY25 School Director Search | Vote | 15 m | |
| E. | Presentation of Fence Quotes | Discuss | 5 m | |
| V. | CEO Support and Evaluation | 9:40 AM | ||
| A. | Presentation of the Superintendent's Report | FYI | 10 m | |
| B. | Presentation of Superintendent's Goals for FY24 | Discuss | 10 m | |
| C. | Presentation of Parent Mid-Year Survey Results | FYI | 10 m | |
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Adrian Espana |
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| VI. | Development | 10:10 AM | ||
| A. | Presentation of Development Committee Report | FYI | 2 m | |
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Date for the Y10 Event
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| B. | Discussion of Board Contribution to Y10 Event | Discuss | 10 m | |
| VII. | Challenge Foundation Properties Update | 10:22 AM | ||
| A. | Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update | Discuss | 1 m | |
| VIII. | Closing Items | 10:23 AM | ||
| A. | Meeting Feedback | Discuss | 2 m | |
| B. | Summary of Action Items | FYI | 2 m | |
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| C. | Next Meeting Date & Agenda | FYI | 2 m | |
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April 5th- Interviews and Board Meeting
***Board Retreat April 20th, 2023 **** |
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| D. | Adjourn Meeting | Vote | 2 m | |