Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Minutes
Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western: CFA
Date and Time
Thursday August 6, 2020 at 8:45 AM
Location
Western School of Science and Technology: A Challenge Foundation Academy
6515 W. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85033
Zoom: https://wsst.zoom.us/j/95681592146
Zoom: https://wsst.zoom.us/j/95681592146
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/j/96926464406
When: Thursday, August 6th, 2020 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 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/j/96926464406
When: Thursday, August 6th, 2020 8:45 a.m. MST
Directors Present
A. Tanori (remote), H. Wildy (remote), J. Kaprosy (remote), L. Arndt (remote), M. McWenie (remote), M. Sandoval (remote), P. Boyle (remote), S. Reger-Flores (remote)
Directors Absent
L. Morgan
Directors who left before the meeting adjourned
M. McWenie
Ex Officio Members Present
J. Makowske (remote)
Non Voting Members Present
J. Makowske (remote)
Guests Present
L. Trevizo (remote), T. Crisler (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance and Guests
B.
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 Aug 6, 2020 at 8:52 AM.
C.
Discussion and Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 7/13/2020
H. Wildy made a motion to approve the minutes from Board of Directors of Western: CFA Retreat on 07-13-20.
M. McWenie seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Aye
|
| L. Arndt |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| L. Morgan |
Absent
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
D.
Read Mission Statement
Jessica read mission statement
E.
Call to the Public
No public comments
II. CEO Support and Evaluation
A.
Presentation of the School Director's Report
Jessica presented report
B.
Presentation of Compliance Update
Jessica presented update
C.
Discussion of School Director Goals FY 21
Jessica presented. Board held discussion
III. Academic Excellence
A.
Presentation of Academic Committee Report
Megan presented update: setting up committee meeting (doodle poll to be expected)
IV. Finance
A.
Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers
Tisha presented financial statements & vouchers
A. Tanori made a motion to approve the financial statements & vouchers.
H. Wildy seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Aye
|
| L. Arndt |
Aye
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| L. Morgan |
Absent
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
B.
Presentation of Finance Committee Report
Matt presented
V. Development
A.
Presentation of Development Committee Report
Heidi presented update
VI. Governance
A.
Presentation of Governance Committee Report
Peter presented report
B.
Discussion and Consideration of the 20-21 Mitigation Plan
Jessica presented 20-21 Mitigation Plan
M. Sandoval made a motion to approve the mitigation plan as presented today.
A. Tanori seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| L. Arndt |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| L. Morgan |
Absent
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Aye
|
C.
Discussion and Consideration of Fester and Chapman Audit Contract
Jessica presented Fester & Chapman Audit Contract
M. Sandoval made a motion to approve the Fester & Chapman Audit Contract .
H. Wildy seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| L. Morgan |
Absent
|
| L. Arndt |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
D.
Discussion and Consideration of 20-21 Course Catalog
Jessica presented 20-21 Course Catalog. 3 new courses added
M. McWenie made a motion to approve the 20-21 Course Catalog.
M. Sandoval seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Aye
|
| L. Morgan |
Absent
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| L. Arndt |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
VII. Challenge Foundation Properties Update
A.
Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update
M. McWenie left.
Matt presented update
VIII. Executive Session: Real Estate
A.
Discussion of Facility Purchase
A. Tanori made a motion to enter executive session.
H. Wildy seconded the motion.
Roll call votes
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Absent
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| L. Morgan |
Absent
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| L. Arndt |
Aye
|
Item discussed in executive session
IX. Closing Items
A.
Meeting Feedback
Jay provided feedback
Time to start meeting: 8:30am
Time to start meeting: 8:30am
B.
Summary of Action Items
- internal covid docs to september meeting
- Fema option for WSST?
- next boad meeting will begin at 8:30am
C.
Set Next Meeting Date & Agenda
next meeting date 9/3/20 at 8:30am
D.
Adjourn Meeting
H. Wildy made a motion to adjourn meeting.
S. Reger-Flores seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| L. Arndt |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| L. Morgan |
Absent
|
| M. McWenie |
Absent
|
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 10:33 AM.
Respectfully Submitted,
L. Trevizo