Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Minutes
Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western: CFA
Date and Time
Thursday November 5, 2020 at 8:30 AM
Location
Western School of Science and Technology A Challange Foundation Academy
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
Zoom:
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/94419310034
When: Thursday, November 5, 2020 8:30 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/94419310034
When: Thursday, November 5, 2020 8:30 a.m. MST
Directors Present
A. Tanori (remote), H. Wildy (remote), J. Kaprosy (remote), M. McWenie (remote), M. Sandoval (remote), P. Boyle (remote)
Directors Absent
S. Reger-Flores
Ex Officio Members Present
J. Makowske (remote)
Non Voting Members Present
J. Makowske (remote)
Guests Present
Adrian Espana (remote), 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 Nov 5, 2020 at 8:35 AM.
C.
Read Mission Statement
Jessica read mission statement
D.
Mission Moment: Thanksgiving Food Drive
Student Fernando Q and Adrian Espana, WSST Community Coordinator/Athletic Director, presented mission moment
E.
Call to the Public
No public comments
II. Consent Agenda
A.
Discussion and Consideration of Previous Meeting Minutes: 9/3/2020
M. McWenie made a motion to approve the minutes from Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western: CFA on 10-01-20.
M. Sandoval seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
B.
Discussion and Consideration of Title IV Policy
M. McWenie made a motion to approve consent agenda minus item C.
M. Sandoval seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
C.
Discussion and Consideration of Updated Mitigation Plan
Item not discussed and not voted on. Mitigation Plan did not need to be updated
III. CEO Support and Evaluation
A.
Presentation of the School Director's Report
Jessica presented report
B.
Presentation of Compliance Update
Jessica presented compliance update
C.
Discussion of School Director Goals FY 21
Jessica presented
IV. Challenge Foundation Properties Update
A.
Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update
Matt presented update
V. Governance
A.
Presentation of Governance Committee Report
No update
VI. Academic Excellence
A.
Presentation of Academic Committee Report
No updates
VII. Finance
A.
Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers
Tisha presented financial statement and vouchers report
M. Sandoval made a motion to approve the financial statement and vouchers.
A. Tanori seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
B.
Presentation of Finance Committee Report
Matt presented report
VIII. Development
A.
Presentation of Development Committee Report
Heidi presented update
IX. Executive Session: Real Estate
A.
Discussion of Facility Purchase
Peter presented update. No executive session needed.
X. Closing Items
A.
Meeting Feedback
Jay provided feedback
B.
Summary of Action Items and School Director Requests
- Helpful that board members stay on top of new COVID updates/guidance
- How to assess science
- Check back with Matt in February
C.
Set Next Meeting Date & Agenda
Move board meetings to second Thursday of month
Next meeting: December 10th, 2020
Next meeting: December 10th, 2020
A. Tanori made a motion to move board meeting to second Thursdays of the month.
P. Boyle seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
D.
Adjourn Meeting
M. McWenie made a motion to adjourn meeting.
A. Tanori seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Aye
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 9:44 AM.
Respectfully Submitted,
L. Trevizo