Board adjourned to Closed Session at 6:34 pm after no public comments.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: One case

No action was taken during closed session.

--Ratification of attached check register, purchase orders, summary of revenue and expenditures for the month of November, 2019
--Gifts to School: Lewis Foundation: $4,000
--Credit Cards: MGalvin:$712.60  Lisa Hildebrand: $268.74
--Personnel:
--Approval of the hiring of Sheryl Fleishman, Speech Therapist, 40% FTE
--Approval of the hiring of Ericarose Encarase as substitute teacher.
--Approval of the hiring of Eo Reveles as substitute paraeducator.

--Regular Board Meeting: 12/19 6:30 pm Room 20
--Winter Break: 12/23-1/3
--Return from Winter Break: 1/6
--PAC Meeting:  1/9
--Regular Board Meeting: 1/16
--PhD Reception 1/31 7pm

Michael Walker stated that he outlined his concerns in letters to the Board.  Tricia McClain stated that the Board will deliberate his request and fully consider his position asserted at the hearing as well as all written documentation that he has submitted to the Charter School, in closed session and then provide him with written notice of the Board’s decision tomorrow, December 20, 2019

Cecilia reported that she and three other board members attended the annual programmatic audit at VCOE on  12/16 and that the VCS presentation was very well received.

Educational Excellence Committee:  Eva Oxelson (Chair), Tom McNerney-Did not meet.
Governance Committee:  Deanna Weik (Chair), Cecilia Johnston, Tricia McClain- Deanna reported that the Committee met before the board meeting and discussed, charter school models, the fundraising policy, and that there are three people potentially interested in joining the board.
Finance Committee:  Liz Smiley (Chair), Tricia McClain-Did not meet.
CEO Support and Evaluation Committee: Tricia McClain (Chair), Deanna Weik, Cecilia Johnston-Did not meet

Tony reported that the PAC heard a presentation from Nate Warner from EL Education and debriefed Thanksgiving Feast.  The general feedback was the shuttle bus did not work out as hoped and that a new location is being considered since VCS has outgrown Camp Comfort.

Laura reported that in January, some student teachers from UCSB will be doing their Passion Week with several VCS teachers.  We will also have 3 student teachers next semester from Antioch and Pepperdine.  Teachers' Council had several lengthy discussions about whether or not to become an EL Network school.  All are looking forward to winter break.

Lisa provided an update of working with EL in the Partner Development process; Mary referred to her written report.

None

Mary reported on her conversation with VCS Counsel regarding the MOU concerns last month.  She added non-discrimination language to the MOU and requested Board approval.

Board approval was requested for the following revision the Personnel Policy:
Certificated employees working in a .65   .60 FTE or more regular position (excluding substitute positions) shall be entitled to participate in the School’s health and welfare benefit program on a pro-rated basis, subject to the employer benefits cap.

Mary requested Board approval  for the submission of the Adams Legacy Foundation Grant in the amount of $20,000 for the Campout/Outdoor Education.

Mary requested Board approval of revisions to the fundraising policy made by VCS Counsel.

Lisa presented the itinerary and budget for the 8th grade trip to Ashland, Oregon in May and requested Board approval.

Adjourn to Closed Session at 7:20pm
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: One case

Tricia reported that the Board voted to uphold the 14 day Ouster and directed the Directors to issue a written notice to the parent.