Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western Minutes

June 25, 2026, 8:30-10:30 AM

Minutes Approved

Western School of Science and Technology: CFA

Minutes

Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western

Date and Time

Thursday June 25, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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. Nancy Carbajal at 623.249.3900, ncarbajal@wsst.school at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting time.

Members of the Governing Board may join in person, by telephone, or by Internet Conference.

Where:                Western School of Science and Technology:
                                             A Challenge Foundation Academy
                                             6515 W. Indian School Rd.
                                             Phoenix, AZ 85033

Meeting ID: 828 5104 1968

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When: Thursday, June 25, 2026, 8:30 am

The public space will open 10 minutes before the meeting begins. The virtual space will open 5 minutes before the meeting begins.

Directors Present

E. Yndigoyen (remote), J. Kaprosy (remote), M. Sandoval (remote)

Directors Absent

A. Ballesteros, B. Stratford

Ex Officio Members Present

A. Espana

Non Voting Members Present

A. Espana

Guests Present

A. Torres, N. Carbajal

I. Opening Items

A. Call the Meeting to Order

J. Kaprosy called a meeting of the board of directors of Western School of Science and Technology: CFA to order on Thursday Jun 25, 2026 at 8:03 AM.

B. Roll Call & Pledge of Allegiance

C. Public Comments

No public comments

D. Read Mission Statement

President Kaprosy read the Mission Statement:

Western School of Science & Technology exists to be an integral part of the Maryvale community, empowering students with access to a high-quality, inclusive education that will prepare them for success in post-secondary institutions and careers.

II. WSST Update

A. Academic Update

Mr. Adrian Espana shared the Academic Report.

Summer School Complete-
ACT Data
- Math: slight increase from FY25
- ELA (Reading, English, Writing): slight increase from FY26
District End of Year (EOY) Highlights
- MS Science (8th grade)
- HS Science (Biology, Physics)
- HS Math (Algebra I, Algebra II)
- MS History (8th grade)
- HS History (World History)

B. Board Update

Mr. Espana update:

Graduation was a success
We help a Summer Professional Development
- Howard Paley (ADE & West Ed)
  - Teacher Leaders
  - Administrative Leadership
3 Academic Pillars
- STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics
- AVID: Advancement Via Individual Determination
- College Readiness & Preparation
District Assessment (DNA)
- AASA & ACT (AZ Standards)
We received the SEI Grant Competitive Grant 40K

C. Enrollment Update

Mr. Espana shared the Enrollment update:

Enrollment ADM Target 425
Current Enrollment 439

D. Staffing Update

Mr. Espana shared the Staffing Update:

Fully Staffed for 26-27

41 Staff Members
- 21 teachers
2 part-time

E. ITM Model Presentation

III. Approval of the Consent Agenda

A. Approval of May 14, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes

Motion to approve the minutes from Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western on 05-14-26.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.

B. Approval of the FY27 WSST ESSA Parent and Family Engagement Policy and Compact

C. Approval of the Religious Accommodation Policy

IV. Action Items #1

A. Discussion and Consideration of the FY27 Proposed Budget

M. Sandoval made a motion to approve the FY27 Proposed Budget.

E. Yndigoyen seconded the motion.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.

Roll Call
E. Yndigoyen	Aye
J. Kaprosy	Aye
A. Ballesteros	Absent
M. Sandoval	Aye
B. Stratford	Absent

B. Discussion & Consideration of the FY27 Staff Handbook

E. Yndigoyen made a motion to approve the FY27 Staff Handbook.

M. Sandoval seconded the motion.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.

Roll Call
E. Yndigoyen	Aye
M. Sandoval	Aye
A. Ballesteros	Absent
J. Kaprosy	Aye
B. Stratford	Absent

C. Discussion & Consideration of the FY27 Parent Handbook

M. Sandoval made a motion to approve the FY27 Parent Handbook.

E. Yndigoyen seconded the motion.

Topic covered: Time off Request/ policy, Religious Accommodations, children in the workplace, visitor policy

The board VOTED to approve the motion.

Roll Call
M. Sandoval	Aye
J. Kaprosy	Aye
A. Ballesteros	Absent
B. Stratford	Absent
E. Yndigoyen	Aye

D. Discussion & Consideration of the revised Board Manual

M. Sandoval made a motion to approve the revised Board Manual.

E. Yndigoyen seconded the motion.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.

E. Discussion & Consideration of the FY27 Teacher Evaluation Tool

E. Yndigoyen made a motion to Approve the FY27 Teacher Evaluation Tool.

M. Sandoval seconded the motion.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.

Roll Call
M. Sandoval	Aye
A. Ballesteros	Absent
J. Kaprosy	Aye
B. Stratford	Absent
E. Yndigoyen	Aye

V. Closing Items

A. Adjourn Meeting

There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 9:19 AM.

Respectfully Submitted,

J. Kaprosy