North Oakland Community Charter School
Minutes
NOCCS Board of Directors Meeting
Date and Time
Thursday August 18, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Location
The North Oakland Community Charter School
Topic: Board of Directors Meeting
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Directors Present
A. Daoheuang, L. Smith (remote), M. Stanke (remote), S. Muhammad (remote)
Directors Absent
A. Thomas, C. Swainson, P. Johnson
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
AB 361 compliance
D.
Approve Minutes
LaRichea motioned to approve minutes from June 2, 2022 budget review meeting. Shaeonna seconded the motion to approve. Minutes ffrom the budget review were approved
E.
New Board Member Election
Shaeonna made a motion to vote Ronakee to be voted on as a board member. Ronakee gave an introduction, she is a new parent to NOCCS and is an underwriter, She has a background in data analysis. LaRichea asked Ronakee if she is willing to attend meetings every third Thursday of the month and willing to respond to emails n a timely manner, Ronakee stated yes. Patricia asked Ronakee to give a brief overview of her background in data analysis. Ronakee stated that she handles accounts in small and corporate businesses. Mirela asked Ronakee what experiences would she add to the board, Ronakaee stated she is willing to be an additional party in looking over the finances and her passion for children to assist NOCCCS in moving forward. Shaeonna motioned for Ronakee to be voted in as a board member, LaRichea seconded the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Muhammad |
Aye
|
| A. Daoheuang |
Aye
|
| L. Smith |
Aye
|
| C. Swainson |
Absent
|
| A. Thomas |
Absent
|
| P. Johnson |
Absent
|
| M. Stanke |
Aye
|
F.
Public Comment (For Anything NOT outlined in the agenda)
A parent from NOCCS, Antique, brought the idea of adopting a curriculum under International Baccalaureate Program. Reserach of the program needs to be done to see if it aligns with NOCCS mission and value for consideration for adoption. The discussion was tabled for later date after research of the program is conducted.
G.
Family Teacher Organization Updates
Lena sated there are volunteer opportunities coming up through "Call to Action" that allow families to to be apart of a committee. Saturday, August 27, 2022, NOCCS is hosting a movie night. All proceeds will benefit the the Latin American Cultural celebration on Friday, September 30, 2022. Lena stated the back to school bash was a success and the garden was revamped and will soon provide products from the garden to families
H.
Report from Teacher Representative
The teacher representative, Ms. Mercer, was not present at the meeting and was motioned to move agenda item until teacher representative arrive
II. Finance & Development
A.
Presentation of July Financials
Jim stated there are no July financial reports. The focus is on revising the June 2022 financial report. There also needs to be a vote on title I, title II and, title IV applications in the next board meeting
B.
Building Refinance Update
Richard was not present at the meeting and was motioned to move agenda item until he arrived
III. Other Business
A.
Report of Head of School
Principal Brown discussed the changes of NOCCS. He provided a update on staffing, Teachers have been hired for grades 1st, 3rd and 4th. and scheduled to start in September. He is still interviewing daily to fill the 5th grade teaching position. He also provided enrollment for each grade and NOCCS is on the way of becoming fully enrolled. Principal Brown discussed the KIckboard and SEL programs that are new to NOCCS to assist in managing behavior, self regulation, and problem solving.
B.
Outreach and Enrollment Update
Mirela introduce the idea of a committee for staff and enrollment recruitment. Shaeonna stated that NOCCS is looking for a person with experience for talent acquisition to be apart of that committee. Mirela will provide details of expectations of committee by the next board meeting.
Shaeonna read the AB 361 statement. NOCCS is continuing with virtual meetings to ensure the safety of all board members, families, and community.