Making Waves Academy

Minutes

June Board Meeting

Date and Time

Monday June 13, 2022 at 10:30 AM

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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: 
Ashley Yarbrough at ayarbrough@mwacademy.org or 510-779-1427.

In accordance with AB 361 in the State of California, we will be hosting this board meeting via teleconference due to the following circumstances:

  • The MWA Board of Directors is holding a meting during a proclaimed state of emergency by the State of California due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 


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.
  • While meetings are held virtually, speakers may submit a request to speak before 9:00 AM on the day of the board 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 ayarbrough@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.

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 ayarbrough@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:

Ashley Yarbrough at ayarbrough@mwacademy.org or 510-779-1427.
 Please note that all agenda times are estimates. 
Tenga en cuenta que todos los horarios de la agenda son estimaciones.

 

Directors Present

Alicia Klein (remote), Esther Hugo (remote), Janis Glover (remote), Layla Naranjo (remote), Margaret Watson (remote)

Directors Absent

Ana Barron, Jessica Laughlin

Guests Present

Alton B. Nelson Jr. (remote), Ashley Yarbrough (remote), Elizabeth Martinez (remote)

I. Opening Items

A.

Call the Meeting to Order

Ashley Yarbrough called a meeting of the board of directors of Making Waves Academy to order on Monday Jun 13, 2022 at 10:35 AM.

B.

Record Attendance

C.

Board Findings Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e)

Margaret Watson made a motion to approve the board findings pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e).
Janis Glover seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent

D.

Remarks by Board President

MWA Board President, Alicia Malet Klein, shared remarks about:

  • Campus naming event held on June 9th, 2022, honoring John and Regina Scully by naming the campus the Campus for Equity in Education in their honor. Two monuments were placed on campus to recognize their commitment and impact. 

E.

Public Comment

No public comment was made. 

II. Standing Reports

A.

Mission Connection: MWA Alumni Video

Board viewed a video reflection from MWA Alumni on college and/or career post-MWA.

B.

ASB Update

Mr. Jamauri Thomas, Student Activities Coordinator introduced the new ASB President and Vice President for the 2022-2023 school years. 

 

The ASB President and Vice President provided an overview of their successes, challenges, and priorities. 

C.

Deep Dive: College Admissions Data and Other Post-Secondary Plans

Incoming Director of College and Career Counseling, Esau Molina, provided an overview of the 2021-2022 College Admissions Data and Other Post-Secondary Plans for the 19th Wave. 

 

Mr. Molina also provided a summary of the learning and insights from this year that will be applied to the planning for next academic year. 

 

Board asked questions about the information presented. 

D.

College and Career Center

Outgoing Director of College and Career Counseling, Jon Siapno, answered questions about:

  • Analysis of new CCC strategy pilot(s) 
  • CAP's revised strategies for MWA grads 
  • MWA alumni engagement 

E.

CEO Report

CEO, Alton B. Nelson Jr., provided a verbal report and board members asked questions. 

F.

Q&A on Written Chief Operating Officer Report (COO)

Board asked questions about the written COO report. 

G.

Q&A on Written Finance Report (CFO)

Board asked questions about the written CFO report and the 2022-2023 budget. 

H.

Break

Board adjourned for a break. 

III. Non-Action Items

A.

Public Comment - Non-Action Items & Action Items

No public comment was made. 

B.

Advisory Committee Updates

IV. Action Items

A.

Board Minutes: May 5, 2022 Board Meeting

Janis Glover made a motion to approve the minutes from May Board Meeting on 05-05-22.
Esther Hugo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Janis Glover
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent

B.

Committee Minutes: June 2, 2022 Finance Advisory Committee

Esther Hugo made a motion to accept the minutes from the Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Finance Advisory Meeting on 06-02-22.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Margaret Watson
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent
Jessica Laughlin
Absent

C.

CA School Dashboard Local Indicators

Compliance and Data Systems Administrator, Carmen Velarde, presented on MWA's Local Indicators. 

D.

Approve the 2022-23 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)

Esther Hugo made a motion to approve the 2022-23 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).
Margaret Watson seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Alicia Klein
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye
Margaret Watson
Aye

E.

Approve FY2022-23 Budget

Janis Glover made a motion to approve MWA's FY2022-23 Budget.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Margaret Watson
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Alicia Klein
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent

F.

Vendor Invoices for April 2022

Margaret Watson made a motion to approve vendor Invoices for April 2022.
Janis Glover seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Margaret Watson
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent
Alicia Klein
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Janis Glover
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye

G.

Nob Hill Catering, Inc. Renewal

Esther Hugo made a motion to approve the renewal with Nob Hill Catering, Inc.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Ana Barron
Absent
Esther Hugo
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye

H.

Pachecho's Cleaning Contract

Margaret Watson made a motion to approve the renewal of Pacheco's Cleaning Contract.
Esther Hugo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Ana Barron
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Esther Hugo
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye

I.

Renaissance Renewal Agreement

Margaret Watson made a motion to approve the Renaissance Renewal Agreement.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Esther Hugo
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent
Janis Glover
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye

J.

CDW Cisco Smartnet Annual Renewal Agreement

Esther Hugo made a motion to approve the CDW Cisco Smartnet Annual Renewal Agreement.
Janis Glover seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Janis Glover
Aye
Margaret Watson
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent
Alicia Klein
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Esther Hugo
Aye

K.

Fruge Psychological Associates Renewal

Esther Hugo made a motion to approve the Fruge Psychological Associates Renewal Agreement.
Margaret Watson seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent
Janis Glover
Aye

L.

RT Fisher Renewal

Layla Naranjo made a motion to approve the RT Fisher Renewal Agreement.
Margaret Watson seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent

M.

CharterSAFE Proposal 2022-2023

Margaret Watson made a motion to approve the CharterSAFE Proposal 2022-2023.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Alicia Klein
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye
Ana Barron
Absent

N.

CIF Ratification Form

Janis Glover made a motion to approve the Designation of North Coast Section, CIF Representatives.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.

CIF Representatives:

  • Alton B. Nelson Jr. 
  • Jeff Hazel 
  • Alonso Rivera 
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Ana Barron
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye

O.

Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2022-2023

Margaret Watson made a motion to approve the Schedule of Board Meetings for 2022-2023.
Janis Glover seconded the motion.
  • 09/08/2022 10:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • 10/13/2022 4:00 PM 7:30 PM
  • 12/08/2022 10:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • 01/26/2023 10:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • 03/09/2023 10:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • 05/04/2023 4:00 PM 7:30 PM
  • 06/15/2023 10:30 AM 2:00 PM
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Layla Naranjo
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Ana Barron
Absent
Margaret Watson
Aye
Alicia Klein
Aye
Janis Glover
Aye

P.

Updated: Bell Schedule 2022-2024

Margaret Watson made a motion to approve the Updated Bell Schedule 2022-2024.
Layla Naranjo seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
Janis Glover
Aye
Margaret Watson
Aye
Esther Hugo
Aye
Jessica Laughlin
Absent
Ana Barron
Absent
Alicia Klein
Aye
Layla Naranjo
Aye

V. Discussion Items

A.

Appreciations by the Board of Directors

Board shared appreciations. 

B.

Schedule of Board of Directors Meetings 2022-2023

Schedule of Regular Board of Directors Meetings, 2022-2023

  • 9/8/2022 10:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • 10/13/2022 4:00 PM 7:30 PM
  • 12/8/2022 10:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • 1/26/2023 10:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • 3/9/2023 10:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • 5/4/2023 4:00 PM 7:30 PM
  • 6/15/2023 10:30 AM 2:00 PM

C.

Closed Session

  • CONFIDENTIAL STUDENT DISCIPLINE MATTER– Expulsion Case No.: 2022001 was continued to a future date

VI. Closing Items

A.

Adjourn Meeting

There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 2:04 PM.

Respectfully Submitted,
Elizabeth Martinez