Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Minutes
Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western School of Science and Technology
Date and Time
Thursday November 7, 2019 at 8:45 AM
Location
6515 W Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85033
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 Mr. Peter Boyle 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
Conference Dial-in Number: (515) 603-4920
Access Code: 1060076#
When: Thursday, October 3, 2019 8:45 a.m. MST
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 Mr. Peter Boyle 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
Conference Dial-in Number: (515) 603-4920
Access Code: 1060076#
When: Thursday, October 3, 2019 8:45 a.m. MST
Directors Present
D. Shaw, H. Wildy, J. Kaprosy (remote), M. Sandoval, T. Pottgen
Directors Absent
None
Directors who arrived after the meeting opened
H. Wildy, J. Kaprosy
Directors who left before the meeting adjourned
J. Kaprosy
Ex Officio Members Present
P. Boyle
Non Voting Members Present
P. Boyle
Guests Present
Annie Wichser, Brittany Abraham, L. Trevizo, T. Crisler
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance and Guests
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
D. Shaw called a meeting of the board of directors of Western School of Science and Technology: CFA to order on Thursday Nov 7, 2019 at 8:48 AM.
C.
Discussion and Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 10/3/2019
M. Sandoval made a motion to approve minutes from the Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western School of Science and Technology on 10-03-19 Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western School of Science and Technology on 10-03-19.
T. Pottgen seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| D. Shaw |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
| H. Wildy |
Absent
|
| T. Pottgen |
Aye
|
D.
Read Mission Statement
Peter read mission statement
E.
Presentation of Mission Moment
Annie Wichser and Brittany Abraham (WSST social workers) presented PBIS (middle school behavior) for mission moment
J. Kaprosy arrived.
H. Wildy arrived.
F.
Call to the Public
Peter introduced Lauren Arndt, Megan McWenie,
Drew introduced Lauren
Drew introduced Lauren
II. CEO Support and Evaluation
A.
Presentation of the Founding School Director's Report
Peter presented report
B.
Presentation of Compliance Update
Drew presented update
III. Academic Excellence
A.
Training on Academic Assessments Used
Peter presented
B.
Presentation of Committee Report
Peter presented
C.
Discussion of FY19 A-F Grade
Peter presented
IV. Finance
A.
Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers
Tisha presented vouchers
M. Sandoval made a motion to approve the vouchers as presented.
T. Pottgen seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| D. Shaw |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| T. Pottgen |
Aye
|
J. Kaprosy left.
B.
Presentation of Committee Report
No updates
C.
Discussion and Consideration of 401k Change
No vote necessary. No discussion held.
V. Development
A.
Presentation of Development Committee Report
Heidi presented updates
B.
Discussion of Board Member Support for Development Plan
Drew presented
VI. Governance
A.
Self-Evaluation of Guilt-Free Board Member Card
Drew presented
B.
Establishment of Board Committees
Drew presented
C.
Discussion regarding Board Member Recruitment
Drew presented
D.
Discussion and Consideration of Board Meeting Timing
Drew and Peter presented
E.
Discussion and Consideration of Wellness Policy
Peter presented
T. Pottgen made a motion to approve the Wellness Policy as submitted to the board.
M. Sandoval seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| D. Shaw |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
| T. Pottgen |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
F.
Discussion and Consideration of Lauren Forrester Arndt's Appointment to the Board
Discussion of Lauren Ardnt joining the board
T. Pottgen made a motion to approve Lauren Forrester Arndt to the board.
M. Sandoval seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| D. Shaw |
Aye
|
| T. Pottgen |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
VII. TeamCFA Update
A.
Presentation of TeamCFA Update
Matt presented updates
VIII. Executive Session
A.
Discussion of Building Financing
Items discussed in executive session
B.
Discussion of Succession Planning
Item discussed in executive session
IX. Closing Items
A.
Meeting Feedback
Drew provided feedback
B.
Summary of Action Items
Prepare questions for financing firms
C.
Set Next Meeting Date & Agenda
December 5, 2019
D.
Adjourn Meeting
M. Sandoval made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
T. Pottgen seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| D. Shaw |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| T. Pottgen |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 11:04 AM.
Respectfully Submitted,
L. Trevizo