Making Waves Academy
Minutes
June Board Meeting
Date and Time
Thursday June 18, 2020 at 11:00 AM
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In accordance with Executive Order N-25-20 in the State of California, we will be hosting this board meeting via teleconference.
Public Comment
accommodations, please contact:
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Please note that all agenda times are estimates.
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Si tiene preguntas sobre la agenda y materiales de la junta o necesita adaptaciones relacionadas con la discapacidad, comuníquese con:
Elizabeth Martinez at emartinez@mwacademy.org or 510-227-9856.
In accordance with Executive Order N-25-20 in the State of California, we will be hosting this board meeting via teleconference.
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.
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discapacidad, comuníquese con:
Elizabeth Martinez at emartinez@mwacademy.org or 510-227-9856.
Please note that all agenda times are estimates.
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Directors Present
Alicia Malet Klein (remote), Jessica Laughlin (remote), Layla Naranjo (remote), Margaret Watson (remote), Maricela Navarro (remote)
Directors Absent
Burak Gursel, Daryle Morgan, Esther Hugo
Guests Present
Alton B. Nelson Jr. (remote), Ashley Yarbrough (remote), Caitlin Shelburne (remote), Damon Edwards (remote), Elizabeth Martinez (remote), Evangelia Ward-Jackson (remote), Hung Mai (remote), Jeff Hazel (remote), Jon Siapno (remote), Priscilla Mendez (remote), Raynell Crews-Gamez (remote), Tara Martin-Chen, Tela Caul, Wallace Wei (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
B.
Record Attendance and Guests
C.
Public Comment
No public discussion was made.
II. Standing Reports
A.
Compliance to Excellence: Remarks by Board President
Board President acknowledged:
- the school for the success of the virtual promotion and graduation
- the organization's response on racial justice, available on our website: https://www.makingwavesacademy.org/about-us/making-waves-stance-on-racial-justice
B.
Mission Connection: The School Year in Reflection
Faculty from the middle and upper school share their reflections on the school year via video messages.
C.
Deep Dive: School Reopening Plans
Board engaged in discussion with school leaders about fall reopening scenarios that are currently under consideration.
- Scenario 1: A percentage of students on campus and the remainder online. The on-campus population would include critical learners and subgroups.
- Scenario 2: 100% distance learning (this is an ongoing back up scenario).
- Scenario 3: A model that is hybrid where students are on campus and students at home can view instruction live.
D.
Committee and Advisory Committee Updates
No updates were provided.
III. Non-Action Items
A.
Audit Governance Letter
No questions were raised and the letter was accepted.
IV. Action Items
A.
Board Minutes: May 21, 2020 Board Meeting
Margaret Watson made a motion to approve the minutes from May MWA Board Meeting on 05-21-20.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.
with a correction to the action section.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
B.
Accept Minutes for Committees and Advisory Committees
Jessica Laughlin made a motion to approve the minutes from Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Advisory Committee Meeting on 06-04-20.
Maricela Navarro seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
C.
Revision to Board Policy 5
Layla Naranjo made a motion to approve the revised board policy.
Margaret Watson seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
D.
RT Fisher Renewal
Maricela Navarro made a motion to approve.
Margaret Watson seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
E.
Fruge Psychological Associates Renewal
Margaret Watson made a motion to approve.
Jessica Laughlin seconded the motion.
corrections are needed to the dates listed on the last page of the contract
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
F.
Teaching Well Agreement
Jessica Laughlin made a motion to approve.
Maricela Navarro seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
G.
2020-21 CharterSafe Insurance Renewal
Maricela Navarro made a motion to approve.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
H.
Dell Staff Laptop Replacement
Maricela Navarro made a motion to approve.
Margaret Watson seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
I.
Pacheco's Cleaning
Item was pulled from the agenda because the language in the contract was insufficient.
J.
Michael's Transportation
Layla Naranjo made a motion to approve.
Margaret Watson seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
K.
Designation of North Coast Section, CIF Representatives to the League
Jessica Laughlin made a motion to approve.
Maricela Navarro seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
L.
CEO 2020-2021 Contract
Maricela Navarro made a motion to approve.
Jessica Laughlin seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
V. Consent Action Items
A.
Vote
Maricela Navarro made a motion to approve consent items.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Burak Gursel |
Absent
|
| Layla Naranjo |
Aye
|
| Esther Hugo |
Absent
|
| Jessica Laughlin |
Aye
|
| Margaret Watson |
Aye
|
| Daryle Morgan |
Absent
|
| Alicia Malet Klein |
Aye
|
| Maricela Navarro |
Aye
|
B.
PowerSchool Renewal
C.
SchoolMint Renewal
D.
ANet
E.
Instructure Renewal
F.
Securly
G.
Renaissance Place Schoolzilla and Accelerated Reader
H.
APEX
I.
PDPglobal Renewal
J.
15Five Renewal
VI. Discussion Items
A.
Appreciations by the Board of Directors
Board shared appreciations for the school leaders and the staff.
VII. Closing Items
A.
Schedule of Board of Directors Meetings 2019-2020
Regular Board Meeting Schedule for 2020-2021
- September 10, 2020
- October 15, 2020
- December 10, 2020
- February 4, 2021
- March 18, 2021
- May 6, 2021
- June 17, 2021
B.
Adjourn Meeting
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 12:50 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Elizabeth Martinez