ARISE High School
Minutes
Board Meeting
Date and Time
Tuesday February 16, 2021 at 6:00 PM
Directors Present
D. Bryson (remote), G. Fernando (remote), G. Netter (remote), J. Obbard (remote), M. Arechiga (remote), R. Tadeo (remote)
Directors Absent
None
Guests Present
Bryce Flemming (remote), Jeff Thompson (remote), K. Gandiaga (remote), karla (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
J. Obbard called a meeting of the board of directors of ARISE High School to order on Tuesday Feb 16, 2021 at 6:05 PM.
II. Consent Calendar
A.
Approve December Minutes
D. Bryson made a motion to approve the minutes from Board Meeting on 12-08-20.
M. Arechiga seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
Roll Call | |
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J. Obbard |
Aye
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M. Arechiga |
Aye
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R. Tadeo |
Aye
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D. Bryson |
Aye
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G. Netter |
Aye
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G. Fernando |
Aye
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B.
Approve January 2021 Check & CC Register
D. Bryson made a motion to Approve.
M. Arechiga seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
Roll Call | |
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M. Arechiga |
Aye
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J. Obbard |
Aye
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G. Fernando |
Aye
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D. Bryson |
Aye
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G. Netter |
Aye
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R. Tadeo |
Aye
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C.
El Dorado SELPA
D. Bryson made a motion to Approve.
M. Arechiga seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call | |
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G. Netter |
Aye
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M. Arechiga |
Aye
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R. Tadeo |
Aye
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J. Obbard |
Aye
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G. Fernando |
Aye
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D. Bryson |
Aye
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D.
Approve Coaching Engagement
G. Fernando made a motion to Approve.
R. Tadeo seconded the motion.
Karla Gandiaga provided and overview of the agreement to the board and provided an opportunity for the board to ask clarifying questions around the scope of work.
Roll Call | |
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G. Netter |
Aye
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D. Bryson |
Aye
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J. Obbard |
Aye
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M. Arechiga |
Aye
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G. Fernando |
Aye
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R. Tadeo |
Aye
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III. Board Business/Discussion
A.
Opening Activity
Trevor Gardner lead an activity for the board using Jamboard (a tool used for instruction during distance learning) to discuss quotes from the book "We Want to Do More Than Survive".
B.
Head of School Update
Karla Gandiaga provided updates for the board including charter renewal, COVID-19 vaccinations and fall reopening plans. In addition, provided updates on the FY22 Budget including new positions, investments in academic counseling and intervention to address learning loss and building out SPED team.
C.
Finance Committee Update
Bryce Fleming presented on state budget forecast and proposal for FY22 including deferrals, ADA and STRS. Jeff Thompson presented updates on the current 20-21 budget and significant changes including rent credits, grants and compensation and benefits. Thompson also reviewed cash flow projections and spring financing. Updates provided on the Finance Dashboard, restricted spending and timeline for 21-22 budget development.
D.
Talent and Academics Committee Update
Karla Gandiaga presented on instructional rounds data for January 2021 and provided updates on 2020-21 NWEA Math Goals, Fall 2020 Reading Scores. Reviewed the instructional improvement plan including PD focus on rigor, focused and repeated structures and structured participation trackers to increase engagement. Talent updates included strengths and areas of growth found through formative evaluations of teachers, intent to return, updated employment agreements and hiring.
E.
Board Recruitment Process
Gihani Fernando lead the board through a discussion around board recruitment including a reflection on accomplishments, vision for the board going forward and implications for areas of focus.
IV. Closing Items
A.
Upcoming Events
B.
Adjourn Meeting
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 7:31 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
J. Obbard