Making Waves Academy

June Board Meeting

Date and Time

Monday June 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM PDT

Location

In-person at:

Making Waves Academy

4123 Lakeside Dr. 

Richmond, CA 94806

 

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Other remote location:

  • Doylestown Public Library, 150 S. Pine Street, Doylestown, PA 18901

COMING SOON 

 

  • HAGA CLIC AQUÍ para acceder a la agenda y portadas en español/CLICK HERE to access agenda and cover sheets in Spanish: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:b0d63deb-2b65-4e64-9482-9d332a156108
  • HAGA CLIC AQUI para acceder el reporte escolar/CLICK HERE to access the school board report in Spanish: https://bit.ly/4eLd72o 

If you have questions about the board agenda and materials or you are in need of disability-related accommodations, please contact:
Si tiene preguntas sobre la agenda y materiales de la junta o necesita adaptaciones relacionadas con la discapacidad, comuníquese con: 
Bryann Fitzpatrick at bfitzpatrick@mwacademy.org or (510) 994-6486.

Public Comment 

  • The public may address the MWA Board regarding any item within the subject-matter jurisdiction of the MWA governing board.
  • Under Public Comment, members of the public may
    • Comment on items on the agenda
    • Comment on items not on the agenda
    • Presentations are limited to two minutes each, or a total of twenty minutes for all speakers, or the two-minute limit may be shortened.
  • In accordance to the Brown Act, the MWA Board may listen to comments, but can neither discuss nor take action on the topics presented. Members of the board are very limited in their response to statements or questions by persons commenting on items not on the agenda.
  • Speakers may submit a request to speak before 9:00 AM on the day of the board meeting, fill out a comment card at the meeting, or raise their hand/use the raise hand function during the public comment sections of the meeting.
    • If you would like to send your request to speak prior to the meeting, please email your request to bfitzpatrick@mwacademy.org in English or Spanish.
    • Your submission should:
      • indicate if it is a general public comment for the beginning of the meeting or a comment for a specific agenda item (please include the item number).
      • include your name so that you can be called when it is your turn to speak. 
    • During the meeting, we will call your name and you should use the "raise hand" feature to identify yourself.
  • Under SB1036 the minutes from this meeting will omit student and parent names and other directory information, except as required by judicial order or federal law. If a parent/ legal guardian wishes a name be included, one must inform the board prior to their public comment.  

Comentarios públicos

  • El público puede dirigirse a la Junta Directiva de la MWA con respecto a cualquier asunto dentro de la jurisdicción del tema materia por la Junta Directiva de la MWA.
  • Bajo comentario público, los miembros del público pueden:
    • Hacer comentarios sobre los puntos del orden del día
    • Hacer comentarios sobre puntos no incluidos en el orden del día
    • Las presentaciones están limitadas a dos minutos cada una, o un total de veinte minutos para todos los oradores, o se puede acortar el límite de dos minutos.

• De acuerdo con la Ley Brown, la Junta Directiva de la MWA puede escuchar los comentarios, pero no discutirán ni tomarán medidas sobre los temas presentados. La respuesta de los miembros de la Junta Directiva a las declaraciones o preguntas de las personas que comentan temas que no figuran en el orden del día es muy limitada.

  • Mientras las reuniones se llevan a cabo virtualmente, los miembros del publico que desean hablar durante la junta pueden presentar una solicitud para hablar antes de las 9:00 a.m. del día de la reunión de la junta o usar la función de levantar la mano durante las secciones de comentarios públicos de la reunión.
    • Si desea enviar su solicitud de uso de la palabra antes de la reunión, envíe su solicitud por correo electrónico a bfitzpatrick@mwacademy.org en inglés o español.
    • En su solicitud:
      • Incluya su nombre para que pueda ser llamado cuando sea su turno de hablar.
      • indicar si es un comentario público general para el comienzo de la reunión o si es comentario público sobre un artículo específico del programa (incluya el número del artículo).
      • Durante la reunión, le llamaremos por su nombre y deberá utilizar la función de "levantar la mano" para identificarse.
  • En virtud de la SB1036, las actas de esta reunión omitirán los nombres de los estudiantes y padres y otra información del directorio, excepto cuando lo requiera la orden judicial o por la ley federal. Si un padre/tutor legal desea que se incluya un nombre, se debe informar a la junta antes de su comentario público.

If you have questions about the board agenda and materials or you are in need of disability-related
accommodations, please contact:
Si tiene preguntas sobre la agenda y materiales de la junta o necesita adaptaciones relacionadas con la
discapacidad, comuníquese con:

Bryann Fitzpatrick at bfitzpatrick@mwacademy.org or (510) 994-6486.
Please note that all agenda times are estimates. 
Tenga en cuenta que todos los horarios de la agenda son estimaciones.

 

Agenda

Section Number Topic Number Details Purpose Presenter Time
I. Opening Items 11:00 AM
 
Opening Items
 
  A. Call the Meeting to Order   Alicia Malet Klein
   

Alicia Malet Klein will call the meeting to order.

 
  B. Record Attendance   Alicia Malet Klein 1 m
   

Roll call and verification of quorum.

 
  C. Remarks by Board President Discuss Alicia Malet Klein 10 m
   

Focus Area: College and Career

WASC/LCAP Goal: Goal 2- College and Career Readiness

 

Welcome Felicia Selva, congratulations to Amy Obinyan

Appreciation of Jess Laughlin

Reflections on the year

 
  D. Public Comment   Alicia Malet Klein 20 m
   
  • The public may address the MWA Board regarding any item within the subject-matter jurisdiction of the MWA governing board.
  • Under Public Comment, members of the public may
    • Comment on items on the agenda
    • Comment on items not on the agenda
    • Presentations are limited to two minutes each, or a total of twenty minutes for all speakers, or the two-minute limit may be shortened.
  • In accordance to the Brown Act, the MWA Board may listen to comments, but can neither discuss nor take action on the topics presented. Members of the board are very limited in their response to statements or questions by persons commenting on items not on the agenda.
  • Speakers may submit a request to speak before 9:00 AM on the day of the board meeting, fill out of a comment card at the meeting, or use the raise hand function during the public comment sections of the meeting.
    • If you would like to send your request to speak prior to the meeting, please email your request to bfitzpatrick@mwacademy.org in English or Spanish.
    • Your submission should:
      • indicate if it is a general public comment for the beginning of the meeting or a comment for a specific agenda item (please include the item number).
      • include your name so that you can be called when it is your turn to speak. 
    • During the meeting, we will call your name and you should use the "raise hand" feature to identify yourself.
  • Under SB1036 the minutes from this meeting will omit student and parent names and other directory information, except as required by judicial order or federal law. If a parent/ legal guardian wishes a name be included, one must inform the board prior to their public comment.  
  • De acuerdo con AB 361 en el Estado de California, organizaremos esta reunión de la junta directiva a través de teleconferencia debido a la siguiente circunstancia:
  • La Junta Directiva de MWA sea reunera durante un estado de emergencia proclamado por el Estado de California debido a la pandemia de COVID-19.

 

  • El público puede dirigirse a la Junta Directiva de la MWA con respecto a cualquier asunto dentro de la jurisdicción del tema materia por la Junta Directiva de la MWA.
  • Bajo comentario público, los miembros del público pueden:
    • Hacer comentarios sobre los puntos del orden del día
    • Hacer comentarios sobre puntos no incluidos en el orden del día
    • Las presentaciones están limitadas a dos minutos cada una, o un total de veinte minutos para todos los oradores, o se puede acortar el límite de dos minutos.
  • • De acuerdo con la Ley Brown, la Junta Directiva de la MWA puede escuchar los comentarios, pero no discutirán ni tomarán medidas sobre los temas presentados. La respuesta de los miembros de la Junta Directiva a las declaraciones o preguntas de las personas que comentan temas que no figuran en el orden del día es muy limitada.
  • Mientras las reuniones se llevan a cabo virtualmente, los miembros del publico que desean hablar durante la junta pueden presentar una solicitud para hablar antes de las 9:00 a.m. del día de la reunión de la junta o usar la función de levantar la mano durante las secciones de comentarios públicos de la reunión.
    • Si desea enviar su solicitud de uso de la palabra antes de la reunión, envíe su solicitud por correo electrónico a bfitzpatrick@mwacademy.org en inglés o español.
    • En su solicitud:
      • Incluya su nombre para que pueda ser llamado cuando sea su turno de hablar.
      • indicar si es un comentario público general para el comienzo de la reunión o si es comentario público sobre un artículo específico del programa (incluya el número del artículo).
      • Durante la reunión, le llamaremos por su nombre y deberá utilizar la función de "levantar la mano" para identificarse.
  • En virtud de la SB1036, las actas de esta reunión omitirán los nombres de los estudiantes y padres y otra información del directorio, excepto cuando lo requiera la orden judicial o por la ley federal. Si un padre/tutor legal desea que se incluya un nombre, se debe informar a la junta antes de su comentario público.
 
II. Closed Session 11:31 AM
  A. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release Discuss Alicia Malet Klein 30 m
   

Pursuant to Section 54957, the board will adjourn to closed session to discussion confidential personnel matters.

 
III. Standing Reports 12:01 PM
  A. Deep Dive/Mission Connection: MWA Graduates Discuss A. Spencer-Brown and A. Adams 15 m
   

Video showcasing MWA graduating class and overview of 22nd Wave college admissions

 
  B. Q&A on Written School Report Discuss Tameka Jackson 15 m
   

Board members will have an opportunity to ask questions about the contents of the written school report focusing on college admissions.

 
     
  C. Q&A on Chief Executive Officer Report (CEO) FYI Alton B. Nelson Jr. 10 m
   

Board members will have an opportunity to ask questions about the contents of the written CEO report focusing on end-of-year reflections.

 
     
  D. Q&A on Chief Operating Officer Report (COO) Discuss Elizabeth Martinez 10 m
   

Board members will have an opportunity to ask questions about the contents of the written COO report focusing on end-of-year reflections.

 
     
  E. Q&A on Written Finance Report Discuss Elizabeth Martinez 5 m
   

Board members will have an opportunity to ask questions about the contents of the written report.

 
     
  F. Break 5 m
IV. Non-Action Items 1:01 PM
  A. Board Work and Advisory Committee Updates FYI Esther Hugo 15 m
   

Board members will need to complete mandated bi-annual Brown Act/Ethics training by January 2026. Information on the webinar to fulfill this requirement provided by our attorneys, YM&C, will be forthcoming.

 

Advisory Committees will provide a summary of work-to-date and next steps; committees in bold will present.

 

  • Advisory Committees
    • Curriculum and Instruction Review/WASC
    • Finance
    • DEIB/Culture and Climate
    • Audit
 
     
  B. Local Indicators FYI Tameka Jackson 15 m
   

Presentation of MWA's Local Indicators for the 2025 CA Dashboard-- presented in the same meeting that the LCAP is voted on. 

 
     
     
V. Action Items 1:31 PM
  A. Local Control Action Plan (LCAP) Vote Tameka Jackson 5 m
   

The board will vote on approving the 2024-25 LCAP, which was previewed at a public hearing at the May board meeting.

 
     
     
  B. FY26 Budget Vote E Martinez & L Lee 5 m
   

Board will vote on the budget for the next fiscal year, which has been recommended by the Financial Advisory Committee.

 

Fiscal Impact: $32,170,015

 
     
     
  C. 2025-26 Consolidated Application and Reporting System (CARS) Vote Lawrence Lee 5 m
   

The board will review and vote to approve the 2025-26 Consolidated Application in order to receive funding for Categorical Aid Programs from the CDE.

 
     
  D. Updated Bank Resolution and Fiscal Policy Vote Elizabeth Martinez 5 m
   

Approval of updates to the bank resolution and fiscal policy to reflect current leadership changes and ensure compliance with financial procedures.

 
     
     
  E. 2025–26 Bell Schedule and Instructional Minutes Vote Elizabeth Martinez 5 m
   

Approval of the bell schedule and instructional minutes for the 2025–26 school year in compliance with state requirements.

 
     
     
  F. Emergency Water - SOS Survival Products Vote Elizabeth Martinez 1 m
   

Review proposal to purchase required emergency water supply with a 20-year shelf life. 

 

Fiscal Impact: Not to Exceed $62,000

 
     
  G. The Lunch Master Contract Vote Matt Smith
   

 Board to approve contract for the 2025-2026 SY with The Lunch Master. 

 

Fiscal Impact: $394,401.15

 
     
     
  H. CEO Employment Agreement Vote Alicia Malet Klein 5 m
   

The board will vote on a new contract for the CEO.

 
     
     
VI. Consent Action Items 2:02 PM
 

Total fiscal impact: $4,981,823.51

 
  A. PowerSchool SIS and Unified Classroom Behavior Products Vote Damon Edwards 1 m
   

Addendum and renewal quotes for the PowerSchool SIS and Unified Classroom Behavior products. PowerSchool is an online student information system used for grading, attendance, as well as housing student and staff demographic data.

 

Fiscal Impact: $30,157.89

 
     
  B. TalkSpace Agreement Vote Damon Edwards
   

The board will vote on the agreement to provide telehealth services for students who qualify under our new MTSS/PBIS model.

 

Fiscal Impact: $63,000

 
     
  C. Cisco Smartnet Annual Renewal Agreement Vote Damon Edwards
   

Cisco Smartnet support contracts provide technical and hardware warranty support for all network and firewall equipment utilized across the MWA campus.

 

Fiscal Impact: $60,237.60

 
     
  D. BEI Maintenance Contract Vote Damon Edwards
   

1-year maintenance agreement covering specialized support and upkeep for MWA’s physical security IT systems, including Avigilon access control and cameras.

 

Fiscal Impact: $32,068.33

 
     
  E. APEX Renewal Agreement Vote Damon Edwards
   

Apex Learning is the online course platform that MWA utilizes for credit recovery in the Upper School.

 

Fiscal Impact: $55,853.62

 
     
  F. CharterSafe: Workers’ Compensation Insurance Renewal Vote Elizabeth Martinez
   

Annual renewal of the workers’ compensation insurance policy for Making Waves Academy through CharterSafe.

 

Fiscal Impact: $156,773

 
     
  G. Cornerstone Vote Glynis Shulters
   

Annual approval for non-public agency services for Special Education assessments

 

Fiscal Impact: $111,701.00

 
     
  H. Seneca: Catalyst Academy Vote Glynis Shulters
   

Annual approval of Catalyst Academy as a non-public school for students receiving non-public school placement.

 

Fiscal Impact: $71,928.00

 
     
  I. Seneca Counseling Solutions Vote Glynis Shulters
   

Annual approval for Special Education non-public agency services for mental health services

 

Fiscal Impact: $265,000.00

 

 
     
  J. Cross Country Education Vote Glynis Shulters
   

Annual approval for Special Education non-public agency services for adapted physical education and one-to-one aide services.

 

Fiscal Impact: $46,101.40

 
     
  K. SPG Therapy & Education Vote Glynis Shulters
   

Annual approval for non-public agency Special Education services for physical therapy, behavior support, and assistive technology.

 

Fiscal Impact:  $29,560.25

 
     
  L. RIDS Brothers Vote Glynis Shulters
   

Annual approval for Special Education transportation.

 

Fiscal Impact: $67,531.00

 
     
  M. Anchor Counseling Solutions Vote Glynis Shulters
   

Annual approval for non-public agency Special Education services for speech and language, occupational therapy, and case management.

 

Fiscal Impact: $236,506.57

 
     
  N. 2025-26 Education Protection Account (EPA) Vote Lawrence Lee
   

Board to approve the use of EPA funds. These cannot be used for the salaries or benefits of administrators or any other administrative costs.

 
     
     
  O. Vendor Invoices Vote Lawrence Lee
   

Board reviews and approves bill payments for April and May 2025.

 

Fiscal Impact: $2,197,722.85

 
     
  P. Arthur J. Gallagher (AJG) Insurance Package Vote Elizabeth Martinez
   

Annual approval of the organization’s insurance package, including general liability and property coverage, for the 2025–26 school year.

 

Fiscal Impact: $768,682

 
     
  Q. Pacheco's Cleaning Service Vote Elizabeth Martinez
   

Approval of the custodial contract for 2025–26 to ensure continued maintenance and cleaning services across campuses.

 

Fiscal Impact: $642,000

 
     
  R. Updated A–G Completion Improvement Grant Budget Vote Elizabeth Martinez
   

Approval of revised A–G grant budget allocation for 2025–26, totaling up to $60,000 to support an estimated 485 eligible students.

 

Fiscal Impact: $147,000

 
     
  S. Minutes: May Board Meeting Approve Minutes Alicia Klein
   

MWA Board reviews and accepts the May board meeting minutes. 

 
    Minutes for May Board Meeting on May 5, 2025  
  T. Minutes: May Special Board Meeting Approve Minutes Alicia Malet Klein
   

MWA Board reviews and accepts the 5/14/25 Special Board Meeting minutes. 

 
    Minutes for Special Board Meeting on May 14, 2025  
  U. Minutes: June Special Board Meeting Approve Minutes Alicia Malet Klein
   

MWA Board reviews and accepts the 6/4/25 Special Board Meeting minutes. 

 
    Minutes for Special Board Meeting on June 2, 2025  
  V. Minutes: Finance Advisory Committee Approve Minutes Alicia Malet Klein
   

Review and accept the minutes from the June 4, 2025 Finance Advisory Committee meeting.

 
    Minutes for Finance Advisory Committee Meeting on June 4, 2025  
VII. Discussion Items 2:03 PM
  A. Schedule of Board of Directors Meetings for 2025-26 FYI Alicia Klein 1 m
   
  • Sep 8, 2025 at 4pm
  • Oct 20, 2025 at 4pm
  • Dec 15, 2025 at 11am
  • Jan 26, 2025 at 11am
  • Mar 9, 2026 at 4pm
  • May 4, 2026 at 4pm
  • Jun 15, 2026 at 11am
 
  B. Appreciations by the Board of Directors FYI Alicia Klein 5 m
   
As provided for in the State of California Open Meeting Act, actions cannot be taken under this agenda item. The only purpose of this agenda item is to provide an opportunity for Board of Directors to make comments.
 
VIII. Day-of Presentation Slides (MWA Board: Do Not Read in Advance) 2:09 PM
  A. Slides Presented at Board Meeting (Staff please do not link presentations here) FYI Bryann Fitzpatrick
     
  B. Documentos traducidos al español/Documents translated to Spanish FYI Alicia Klein
   
Este año, continuaremos traduciendo la agenda de la junta directiva al español. Además, este año traduciremos las portadas que contienen una breve explicación de los articulos incluidos en la agenda, así como el informe escolar que sera escrito por la directora principal de la escuela y sus líderes escolares. Tome en cuenta que no todos los articulos incluyen una hoja de portada; las hojas de portada se crean principalmente para articulos que requieren explicación más allá de la breve descripción del articulo.

This year, we will continue to translate the board agenda to Spanish. Additionally, this year we will be translating the coversheets which provide a brief explanation of the items on the agenda as well as the school report which is written by the Senior School Director and her school leaders. Please note that not all items include a coversheet - coversheets are mostly created for items that require more explanation beyond the brief item description. 
 
     
IX. Closing Items
  A. Adjourn Meeting Vote Alicia Klein