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ARISE High School

Minutes

Board Meeting

Date and Time

Tuesday March 16, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Location

https://zoom.us/j/9968001809 

Directors Present

G. Fernando (remote), G. Netter (remote), J. Obbard (remote), M. Arechiga (remote), R. Tadeo (remote)

Directors Absent

D. Bryson

Guests Present

Bryce@edtec.com (remote), JThompson@edtec.com (remote), jennastauffer1740@gmail.com (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 Mar 16, 2021 at 6:03 PM.

C.

Approve Minutes

J. Obbard made a motion to approve the minutes from Board Meeting on 02-16-21.
G. Netter seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
Roll Call
J. Obbard
Aye
M. Arechiga
Aye
G. Netter
Aye
D. Bryson
Absent
G. Fernando
Aye
R. Tadeo
Aye

II. Consent Calendar

A.

2021-2022 Audit Proposal Contract

J. Obbard made a motion to approve.
G. Fernando seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

B.

Approve February Check & CC Register

M. Arechiga made a motion to Approve.
R. Tadeo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
Roll Call
J. Obbard
Aye
M. Arechiga
Aye
G. Fernando
Aye
G. Netter
Aye
R. Tadeo
Aye
D. Bryson
Absent

III. AB 1505 and Charter Renewal Presentation

A.

AB 1505 and Charter Renewal Presentation

Jenna Stauffer presented to the board on the process of Charter renewal, the timeline and the role of the board in the renewal process. She also provided an overview of AB 1505 and the three track renewal criteria and provided and opportunity for the board to ask questions about the process. 

IV. Finance

A.

EdTec Financial Presentation - FY20-21 February Financials and Second Interim

Bryce provided an update to the board on state funding including AB/SB 86 and funding for reopening and expanded learning opportunities. Jeff presented on the 2021 budget forecast, monthly cash flow projection, potential financing options and restricted spending. Jeff also provided and overview of the 21-22 budget assumptions.
G. Fernando made a motion to approve 2nd Interim Budget.
M. Arechiga seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
Roll Call
G. Netter
Aye
M. Arechiga
Aye
D. Bryson
Absent
J. Obbard
Aye
G. Fernando
Aye
R. Tadeo
Aye

V. Head of School Update

A.

Head of School Update

Karla Gandiaga presented to the board on the current campus reopening plan including survey data, guiding principals and potential schedules. In addition discussed safety measures including: updates to the HVAC and facilities, PPE, vaccinations and testing and communication. Presentation also included information about student support systems, in-person support, flexibility on plans and change to a 4x4 schedule. 

VI. COVID Safety Plan

A.

April Reopening COVID Safety Plan

Karla Gandiaga provided details on the plans for reopening in April and provided an opportunity for board members to ask questions about reopening plans. 
G. Netter made a motion to Approve.
R. Tadeo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
Roll Call
G. Fernando
Aye
R. Tadeo
Aye
J. Obbard
Aye
G. Netter
Aye
M. Arechiga
Aye
D. Bryson
Absent

VII. Governance

A.

Vote on Head of School Employment Agreement

M. Arechiga made a motion to approve Head of School Employment agreement.
G. Fernando seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
Roll Call
G. Netter
Aye
J. Obbard
Aye
D. Bryson
Absent
G. Fernando
Aye
R. Tadeo
Aye
M. Arechiga
Aye

B.

Board Recruitment

Gihani Fernando presented to the board on the recruitment board recruitment process including timeline, current pipeline and next steps. 

VIII. Closing Items

A.

Adjourn Meeting

There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 7:52 PM.

Respectfully Submitted,
J. Obbard
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