Western School of Science and Technology: CFA
Minutes
Meeting of the Board of Directors of Western: CFA
Date and Time
Thursday October 14, 2021 at 8:30 AM
Location
Western School of Science and Technology:
A Challenge Foundation Academy
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
https://wsst.zoom.us/my/jmakowske
A Challenge Foundation Academy
6515 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85033
https://wsst.zoom.us/my/jmakowske
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/my/jmakowske
When: Thursday, October 14th, 2021 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/my/jmakowske
When: Thursday, October 14th, 2021 8:30 a.m. MST
Directors Present
A. Tanori (remote), B. Stratford (remote), M. McWenie (remote), M. Sandoval (remote), P. Boyle (remote)
Directors Absent
H. Wildy, J. Kaprosy, S. Reger-Flores
Ex Officio Members Present
J. Makowske (remote)
Non Voting Members Present
J. Makowske (remote)
Guests Present
Jazmin Ibarra (remote), L. Trevizo (remote), T. Crisler (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance and Guests
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
A. Tanori called a meeting of the board of directors of Western School of Science and Technology: CFA to order on Thursday Oct 14, 2021 at 8:34 AM.
C.
Read Mission Statement
J.Makowske read mission statement
D.
Mission Moment: Alumni Update
J.Ibarra 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 09-09-21.
P. Boyle seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| H. Wildy |
Absent
|
| M. Sandoval |
No
|
| A. Tanori |
No
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
| M. McWenie |
No
|
| B. Stratford |
No
|
| P. Boyle |
No
|
III. Finance
A.
Discussion and Consideration of Financial Statements & Vouchers
T.Crisler presented report
P. Boyle made a motion to approve financial statements & vouchers for September.
M. Sandoval seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. McWenie |
No
|
| A. Tanori |
No
|
| M. Sandoval |
No
|
| H. Wildy |
Absent
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
| P. Boyle |
No
|
| B. Stratford |
No
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
B.
Presentation of Finance Committee Report
No updates
C.
Discussion and Consideration of the Annual Financial Report
T.Crisler presented the annual financial report
P. Boyle made a motion to approve the annual financial report.
M. Sandoval seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Sandoval |
No
|
| P. Boyle |
No
|
| H. Wildy |
Absent
|
| M. McWenie |
No
|
| B. Stratford |
No
|
| A. Tanori |
No
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
IV. Executive Session:Discipline 22-001
A.
Discipline Hearing 22-001
M. McWenie made a motion to I move that we move into executive session pursuant to A.R.S. ยง38-431.03(A)(2) for discussion or consideration of records exempt by law from public inspection, including the receipt and discussion of information or testimony that is specifically required to be maintained as confidential by state or federal law.
P. Boyle seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| A. Tanori |
No
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
| B. Stratford |
No
|
| M. Sandoval |
No
|
| P. Boyle |
No
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
| M. McWenie |
No
|
| H. Wildy |
Absent
|
V. Governance
A.
Consideration of Student Case 22-001
P. Boyle made a motion to I move that Student #22-001 be expelled from Western School of Science and Technology effective immediately based on the testimony and evidence presented in executive session. The student shall be permitted readmission only upon written request and approval from the Board of Directors of Western School.
B. Stratford seconded the motion.
Item discussed in executive session
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| P. Boyle |
No
|
| A. Tanori |
No
|
| M. McWenie |
No
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
| H. Wildy |
Absent
|
| M. Sandoval |
No
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
| B. Stratford |
No
|
B.
Presentation of Governance Committee Report
P.Boyle presented report
C.
Discussion and Consideration of Revised Governance Bylaws
Revised Governance Bylaws not ready for discussion & consideration
D.
Discussion and Consideration of revised Governing Board Policy Manual
Revised governing board policy manual not ready for consideration & discussion
VI. CEO Support and Evaluation
A.
Presentation of the School Director's Report
J.Makowske presented school directors report
B.
Presentation of Compliance Update
No updates
C.
Discussion of School Director Goals FY 22
J.Makowske presented school director goals
VII. Challenge Foundation Properties Update
A.
Presentation of Challenge Foundation Properties Update
No updates
VIII. Academic Excellence
A.
Presentation of Academic Committee Report
No updates
IX. Development
A.
Presentation of Development Committee Report
Development will be a priority for the board
continuing to apply for grants
X. Closing Items
A.
Meeting Feedback
no feedback provided
B.
Summary of Action Items and School Director Requests
- Send letter & resources to family
C.
Set Next Meeting Date & Agenda
next board meeting: November 18th, 2021 @8:30am
D.
Adjourn Meeting
P. Boyle made a motion to adjourn meeting.
M. McWenie seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. McWenie |
Aye
|
| S. Reger-Flores |
Absent
|
| B. Stratford |
Aye
|
| H. Wildy |
Absent
|
| M. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| A. Tanori |
Aye
|
| J. Kaprosy |
Absent
|
| P. Boyle |
Aye
|
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 10:18 AM.
Respectfully Submitted,
L. Trevizo