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 | |
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R. Tadeo |
Aye
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D. Bryson |
Absent
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G. Netter |
Aye
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J. Obbard |
Aye
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G. Fernando |
Aye
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M. Arechiga |
Aye
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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 | |
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R. Tadeo |
Aye
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J. Obbard |
Aye
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M. Arechiga |
Aye
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D. Bryson |
Absent
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G. Netter |
Aye
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G. Fernando |
Aye
|
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 | |
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R. Tadeo |
Aye
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G. Netter |
Aye
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J. Obbard |
Aye
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G. Fernando |
Aye
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D. Bryson |
Absent
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M. Arechiga |
Aye
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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 | |
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G. Fernando |
Aye
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R. Tadeo |
Aye
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M. Arechiga |
Aye
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J. Obbard |
Aye
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D. Bryson |
Absent
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G. Netter |
Aye
|
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 | |
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G. Fernando |
Aye
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R. Tadeo |
Aye
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G. Netter |
Aye
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M. Arechiga |
Aye
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D. Bryson |
Absent
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J. Obbard |
Aye
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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