Northwood Academy Charter School
Minutes
Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday April 20, 2022 at 5:30 PM
Location
Northwood Academy Charter School (Remote Meeting)
Members of the public are invited to participate by submitting written comments via email (board@northwoodcs.org). All written testimony should include the individual’s name, home address and topic. During the public comment section of the meeting, board members will read into the record short summaries of comments, grouped by topic, and will note the number of individuals submitting comments.
Please Note: In the interest of the health of our staff, board members and public and in alignment with public health guidelines regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, the Board has adjusted the way in which it holds its meetings. The meetings will be accessible to the public via Zoom and recorded.
Zoom Link to join the webinar:
Trustees Present
D. Kleschick (remote), K. Maddox (remote), K. Spraga (remote), M. Bly (remote), T. Caldwell (remote)
Trustees Absent
D. Madison
Guests Present
K. Crossett (remote), K. Dugan (remote), K. Henry (remote), N. Snyder (remote), T. Hunt (remote), T. Taylor (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
B.
Record Attendance and Guests
C.
Reading of Mission Statement
D.
Resolution 042022.001: Approval of Agenda
E.
Resolution 042022.002: Approval March 16, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes
F.
Community Comment
No Community Comment
II. Finance
A.
Resolution 042022.003: Approval of Financials
Tracee Hunt arrived at 5:36pm
III. Discussion
A.
SY 2022/23 Budget
The Board reviewed the SY 2022-23 Budget documents presented.
Discussion:
- Salaries and bonuses
IV. Committee Reports
A.
Academic Excellence Committee
K. Maddox (Chair) stated the next committee meeting is scheduled for May 25th at 6:00pm.
B.
CEO Search Committee
P. Kleschick (Chair) explained the Board and Stakeholder interviews have concluded. Total HR Solutions has provided an Evaluation Summary of all stakeholder feedback for Board consideration.
C.
Finance Committee
No Committee Report
D.
Governance Committee
T. Caldwell (Chair) explained, one candidate has declined an invitation to join the board because of other commitments and the second candidate, Amanda Hennie, has accepted the invitation with the intent of joining in August. Additionally, there is a need for an additional parent representative on the board and T. Caldwell will consult with K. Dugan to recruit.
E.
Human Resource Committee (Ad Hoc)
P. Kleschick (Chair) stated the committee met on May 6th to review and discuss a benefits rationale provided by Total HR Solutions, as well as a new position request for Chief of Staff to CEO. The new position request is being presented for approval this evening and the benefits package in addition to the Compensation Market Study are being presented for the May Board Meeting.
F.
Strategic Planning Committee
K. Dugan (Chair) explained the contract with Total HR Solutions has been approved and signed. The team has developed tools for the discovery phase. The next step is having discussions with Senior Administration regarding stakeholder engagement interviews which will take place within the next 4 - 6 weeks.
V. Staff Reports
A.
Interim CEO / COO
The Board reviewed the April 2022 Interim CEO and COO Reports previously submitted by K. Dugan.
Discussion:
- Janitorial RFP
- Technology Plan and Assessment Update - Summary of assessment provided to the Board next week.
- Safety & Security: Fire (Water Fountain) / Door Alarms / Hall Monitor Training / Main Office
B.
Interim Principal
The Board reviewed the April 2022 Interim Principal Report previously submitted by K. Henry.
Discussion:
- Substitute Handbook / "Grab-and-Go Safety Procedures / Weekly Camera Check
- New Assessment Program and Math Curriculum
- Counselor Dashboard
- School Events
C.
Special Education & Student Support
The Board reviewed the April 2022 Special Education and Student Supports Report previously submitted by K. Crossett. No further discussion
D.
Human Resources
The Board reviewed the April 2022 Human Resource Report and supporting documents previously submitted by Total HR Solutions. No further discussion.
VI. New Business
A.
Resolution 042022.004: Personnel (Key Performance Indicator)
B.
Resolution 042022.005: New Position - Chief of Staff to CEO
C.
Resolution 042022.006: Disciplinary Exclusions and Hearings Policy
D.
Resolution 042022.007: Hearing Officer Policy
E.
Resolution 042022.008: Revised Academic Calendar 2021-22 School Year
F.
Resolution 042022.009: Academic Calendar 2022-23 School Year
G.
Resolution 042022.010: Board Development Proposal
Roll Call | |
---|---|
D. Madison |
Absent
|
K. Maddox |
Aye
|
K. Spraga |
Aye
|
D. Kleschick |
Aye
|
T. Caldwell |
Aye
|
M. Bly |
Abstain
|
H.
Resolution 042022.011: New Door Installation and Office Carpeting
I.
Resolution 042022.012: Floor Replacement (2nd Floor)
J.
Resolution 042022.013: Automatic Gate Installation (Parking Lot - Orthodox & Adams)
K.
Resolution 042022.014: Roof Coating
L.
Resolution 042022.015: Interior Painting
M.
Resolution 042022.016: HVAC Roof Unit Replacements
N.
Resolution 042022.017: Appointment of Katrina Maddox, Trustee
Roll Call | |
---|---|
D. Kleschick |
Aye
|
K. Maddox |
Abstain
|
M. Bly |
Aye
|
T. Caldwell |
Aye
|
K. Spraga |
Aye
|
D. Madison |
Absent
|
T. Taylor left at 6:19pm
O.
Executive Session: Legal, Personnel, Property Purchase
P.
Resolution 042022.018: Chester County Intermediate Unit Scope of Work
P. Kleschick stated the board met in Executive Session to discuss the scope of work.
P. Kleschick stated the Board met in Executive Session to discuss the finalists of the CEO Search and authorize Total HR Solutions to extend an offer to one candidate. An official announcement will come during the May Board Meeting.
P. Kleschick read the Mission Statement.