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Candeo Schools

Governing Board Meeting

Published on October 8, 2025 at 8:59 PM MST

Date and Time

Friday October 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM MST

Location

Candeo Peoria

9965 W Calle Lejos

Peoria, AZ 85383

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BOARD OF
CANDEO PEORIA  

Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) §§ 38-431.01 and 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Governing Board and the general public that the Governing Board for Candeo Peoria (“CP”)  will hold a meeting open to the public at the foregoing time and place.  The Board may discuss and take action concerning any matter listed on the agenda and the Board reserves the right to change the order of items on the agenda, with the exception of public hearings set for a specific time.  One or more members of the Board may participate in the meeting by telephonic communications.

 

Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3) the Board may vote to go into Executive Session, which will not be open to the public, for legal advice concerning any item on the agenda. The Board’s attorney may appear telephonically.  

 

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter, by contacting the Candeo Business Office at businessoffice@candeoschools.com.  Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. 

Agenda

Section Number Topic Number Details Purpose Presenter Time
I. Opening Items 9:00 AM
  A. Record Attendance   David Tomlinson 1 m
   

The Board President will record the attendance of the members of the Governing Board of Candeo Peoria.

  
  B. Call the Meeting to Order   David Tomlinson 1 m
   

Having established a quorum, the President will call the meeting to order.

  
  C. Approve Minutes from the 7/2/25 meeting of the governing board of Candeo Peoria. Approve Minutes David Tomlinson 2 m
   

The Governing Board of Candeo Peoria will vote to approve the minutes of the Meeting of the Governing Board held on July 2, 2025.

  
     
II. Academics 9:04 AM
 

This standing agenda item ensures rigorous oversight of academic performance across Candeo Schools, in alignment with our mission and charter commitments. The Governing Board reviews key indicators of student achievement, which may include benchmark assessments, standardized test results, intervention outcomes, and curriculum implementation effectiveness.

 

In addition to academic results, the Board considers the broader factors that influence student learning—such as school culture, instructional quality, professional development, and the strategic use of resources. These insights help contextualize performance data and inform decisions that support whole-school academic growth.

 

Discussions focus on upholding high academic standards, identifying performance trends, and strengthening instructional excellence. The Board provides strategic guidance, monitors academic progress, and holds the school accountable for student learning outcomes—ensuring continuous improvement within the framework of Candeo’s classical education model.

  
  A. Presentation of the Quarterly Academic Report for Candeo Peoria FYI Stephanie Musser 5 m
   

The CEO will provide a quarterly academic update from the Head of School to inform the Board on student performance, instructional priorities, and key factors impacting achievement and school culture, ensuring alignment with Candeo’s classical education model.

  
III. School Finance 9:09 AM
 

The purpose of this agenda section is to ensure responsible financial stewardship and long-term sustainability of Candeo Schools. The Board reviews key financial reports, including budget performance, revenue and expenditure trends, cash flow, and financial projections. Discussions focus on maintaining fiscal stability, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and aligning financial decisions with the school’s strategic priorities. The Board’s role is to provide oversight, mitigate financial risks, and uphold accountability, ensuring that resources are managed effectively to support Candeo’s mission and educational excellence.

  
  A. Presentation of Financials of Candeo Peoria Discuss Monique Rogers 15 m
   

Monique Rogers will present key items from the financial dashboard, including annual and year-to-date budgets, balance sheet, and profit and loss statements of Candeo Peoria.

 

  
IV. Other Business 9:24 AM
 

New items are presented for discussion or vote of the members of the board.

  
  A. Ratify the extension of the term of service for David Tomlinson Vote Daniel Musser 2 m
   

D. Tomlinson has served on the Governing Board of Candeo Peoria (and Candeo North Scottsdale) since September 16, 2022. His current term concluded September 16, 2025.

 

The board will vote on the ratification of the extension of D. Tomlinson for an additional one-year term from September 17, 2025 to September 17, 2026.


 

  
  B. Selection of a new Governing Board President Vote Daniel Musser 5 m
   

D. Tomlinson has served faithfully and diligently as President of the Candeo Schools Governing Board. At the conclusion of Mr. Tomlinson's term, the Board will select and vote to approve a President to serve a one-year term from October 2025 to October 2026.

  
  C. Consideration and approval of FY 25 Annual Financial Report for Candeo Peoria Vote Monique Rogers 5 m
   

Monique Rogers will present the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Financial Report for Candeo Peoria, and the Governing Board will approve the report by roll-call vote.

  
  D. Approval of Extra-Curricular Fees Vote Stephanie Musser 5 m
   

The Board will vote to approve the proposed extra-curricular fees.

  
  E. Approval of Capital Expenditure for CCTV Vote Daniel Musser 5 m
   

The board will vote to approve the purchase of two new Network Video Recorders (NVRs) and thirteen new exterior cameras, along with reprogramming of existing interior cameras.

  
  F. Approval of Capital Expenditure for Access Control System Upgrade Vote Daniel Musser 5 m
   

The Board will vote to approve the expenditure of funds for a long-term solution to the Access Control (external door lock) System.

  
  G. Annual Review of Open Meeting Law Discuss David Tomlinson 8 m
V. Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas
 

Review upcoming board meeting dates and set the schedule for the regular meetings of the Governing Board for the remainder of the 2025-2026 School Year.

 

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Candeo Peoria campus;

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Candeo Peoria campus;

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Candeo Peoria Campus (approve the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 SY).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  
VI. Closing Items 9:59 AM
  A. Adjourn Meeting Vote David Tomlinson 1 m
   

All business being concluded, the meeting will be adjourned.