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, except for 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
Virtual Link: https://wsst.zoom.us/my/jmakowske
When: Tuesday, June 25th, 2024 8:30 a.m. MST
The public space will open 10 minutes before the meeting begins. The virtual space will open 5 minutes before the meeting begins.
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
Virtual Link: https://wsst.zoom.us/my/jmakowske
When: Thursday, June 25th, 2024 8:30 a.m. MST
The public space will open 10 minutes before the meeting begins. The virtual space will open 5 minutes before the meeting begins.
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 | |||
| B. | Call the Meeting to Order | Jay Kaprosy | |||
| C. | Read Mission Statement | Jessica Makowske | 1 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 | 3 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 | 8:34 AM | |||
| A. | Discussion and Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 6/13/2024 | Approve Minutes | Jay Kaprosy | 1 m | |
| B. | Consideration of the FY25 Family Handbook | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
| III. | Superintendent Support and Evaluation | 8:40 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Superintendent's Report: June 2024 | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | |
| IV. | Governance | 8:50 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Governance Committee Report | Discuss | Eloy Yndigoyen | 5 m | |
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Dates and Time for Meetings FY25 |
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| B. | Discussion of Dates and Times for Governing Board Meetings FY25 | Discuss | Jay Kaprosy | 5 m | |
| C. | Discussion and Consideration of Dr. Tamela E. Harris's Ex-Officio (non-voting) Appointment to the Board of Directors | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 2 m | |
| D. | Discussion and Consideration of Darryl Bess's Appointment to the Board of Directors | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 10 m | |
| E. | Discussion and Consideration of the FY25 Staff Handbook | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | |
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Updates: FMLA Paid Leave, Dress code, Blackout Days, PTO Accrual, Technology Policy, and other mandatory updates based on legislation |
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| V. | Academic Excellence | 9:22 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Academic Committee Report | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | |
| VI. | Finance | 9:32 AM | |||
| A. | Discussion and Consideration of FY25 Budget (second vote) | Vote | Jessica Makowske | 10 m | |
| B. | Presentation of Finance Committee Report | FYI | Matt Sandoval | 4 m | |
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Discussion of Meeting Dates and Times for FY25 |
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| VII. | Development | 9:46 AM | |||
| A. | Presentation of Development Committee Report | Discuss | Anaiis Ballesteros | 5 m | |
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Discussion of Meeting Dates and Times for FY25 |
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| B. | Discussion of Board Member Support for Dr. Harris' Development Plan | Discuss | Jessica Makowske | 5 m | |
| VIII. | Closing Items | 9:56 AM | |||
| A. | Meeting Feedback | Discuss | Jay Kaprosy | 1 m | |
| B. | Summary of Action Items | FYI | Jessica Makowske | 1 m | |
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| C. | Set Next Meeting Date & Agenda | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | 1 m | |
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Proposed Date: August 8th, 2024 8:30 am |
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| D. | Adjourn Meeting | Vote | Jay Kaprosy | ||