Board, staff and guests conducted the pledge of allegiance.

Refer to the attendance information recorded above. S. Perez, Student Board Member, was present.

The Board listened to multiple individuals for the public comment period. Majority of the public comments were in reference to the opposition of the co-location of Magnolia Science Academy-5. The Board thanked the individuals who made their comments.

There was a period of technical difficulties where a pause was held to address and correct those actions.

G. Serce, Chief Academic Officer, reported that Magnolia Science Academy (MSA) - 4, 5, 6, and San Diego were recognized as California Distinguished Schools. Board recognized the achievements.

M. Muhammedov, Board Chair, reported that the Board will be going into Closed Session to discuss conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation and will report out.

Item was discussed in Closed Session.

M. Muhammedov, reported in open session at 11:05pm that the Board took no action and directed staff to take necessary actions.

M. Muhammedov made a motion to table VI: Closed Session. 
This includes Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal Release; Conference with Real Property Negotiations; and Conference with Real Property Negotiations.

S. Orazov seconded the motion.

J. Lara took roll call vote.

M. Muhammedov - Aye

S. Covarrubias - Aye

U. Yapanel - Aye

D. Gonzalez - Aye

S. Orazov - Aye

S. Perez, Student Board Member, left the meeting.

B. Olivares, Chief Impact Officer, reported on the current enrollment targets and application pipelines for all school sites. Additionally, she highlighted the schools that are not on track of their enrollment projections and the work being done to address and to rectify by collaborations between the Home Office and the school. As requested by the Board, she included prior target enrollment to analyze this year to last year. Board Members questions were addressed by staff.

G. Serce, Chief Academic Officer, reported on the ADA updates and attendance performances across the school sites. He added that the organization has implemented weekly monitoring of the data and meeting with school leaders to review, reflect, and take targeted actions to address attendance concerns. He presented the current ADA percentage for all sites and showcased the target goals for each schools. He added that staff worked together to strengthen attendance protocols under the Director of Student Services and school site leads. Additionally, he added that Magnolia is on track to reach its annual goal organization wide.

L. Woods, Director of School Office Data and Accountability, presented the certified CALPADS Fall 1 data. Specifically she went over data on historical enrollment by school site, English Learner rates, students with EL and disability rates, free/reduced meal rates, unduplicated pupil count and percentage, GATE student rates, foster youth rates, students with disabilities, students experiencing homelessness, immigrant student rates, and information on Census Day.   

M. Sahin, Facilities Project Manager, reported that this is to secure a vendor to furnish the Magnolia Science Academy (MSA)-5 campus in order for the site to be fully operational and ready for the 2026-27 school year. He went over the request for proposal process and the selection. Board Members questions were addressed by staff.

A. Zarnich, Director of Charter Petitions and Reporting, presented the resolution and revised budget for the material revision request to the Los Angeles County Board of Education for Magnolia Science Academy (MSA)-5. He reported that MSA-5 plans to relocate from its current co-location with MSA-1 to a private facility at 7111 Winnetka Ave. He added that there are no changes to grade levels, enrollment capacity or its educational program. The material revision updates the school's physical address and includes technical and legal updates.

P. Ontiveros, General Counsel & Director of Facilities, reported on the construction change orders and contract amendment to one of the vendors providing services for the project at Magnolia Science Academy (MSA)-5. Two of the change orders are related to the additional scope of work. There was also a deductive change order in which it was removed. He reported on the reason for the increase on the amendment which is related to additional inspections and in order to keep the project on schedule. Board Members questions were addressed by staff.

This items was tabled during the Approval of Agenda.

F. Del Carpio, Chief People Officer, reported on the need to create additional position for Magnolia Science Academy (MSA) -Orange County school site in order to maintain the state requirement of 10 to 1 TK student to adult ratio. She added that with the additions of the new TK students, the current staffing levels are no longer sufficient and substitutes are currently being used as a temporary solution. This would ensure appropriate supervision and support in the classrooms. Board Members questions were addressed by staff. 

C. Turan, Interim Chief Financial Officer, reported on the 2025-26 second interim report as the most recent revised budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year. He presented the updated projections based on the year to date financial activity and the assumption for the remainder for the fiscal year. He updated the Board on the financial projections. He showcased the budgets for all school sites inclusive of the Home Office. Board Members questions were addressed by staff.

C. Turan, Interim Chief Financial Officer, reported on the continued service from Eide Bailey for annual audit services. Board Members questions were addressed by staff.

This item was tabled during the Approval of Agenda.

C. Turan, Interim Chief Financial Officer, reported on the Continuing Disclosure Policies and Procedures which is part of the bond requirements. Additionally, it serves to ensure MPS complies with disclosure obligations associated with outstanding municipal bond financings. Board Members questions were addressed by staff.

M. Sahin, Facilities Project Manager, reported the grant awards for Magnolia Science Academy (MSA)-4 and MSA-6. He reported that the schools are receiving funding to cover their rent expenses for the next three (3) years. Board Members questions were addressed by staff.

P. Ontiveros, General Counsel & Director of Facilities, reported on the item to authorize a modification of the loan made by the Lender to Magnolia Public Schools including modifying the term of the loan and certain payment obligations under the loan. This is for the property at 18120 Sherman Way in Reseda (Bank of America building). He added that the action is to extend the maturity date of the loan and modify certain terms including the payment obligations. Board Members questions were addressed by staff.

This item was tabled by the Board.

Tabled by the Board.

Tabled by the Board.

Tabled by the Board.

Tabled by the Board.