Candeo Schools
Governing Board Meeting
Date and Time
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
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| I. | Opening Items | 9:00 AM | |||
| A. | Record Attendance | Bryce Boone | 1 m | ||
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The Chairman will call attendance in order to establish a quorum to conduct board business. |
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| B. | Call the Meeting to Order | Bryce Boone | 1 m | ||
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Having established a quorum, the Chairman will call the meeting to order. |
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| C. | Approve Minutes | Approve Minutes | Bryce Boone | 2 m | |
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The Board will approve the Minutes from the 01/14/2026 meeting of the Governing Board of Candeo Peoria. |
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| Approve minutes for Governing Board Meeting on January 14, 2026 | |||||
| II. | Academics | 9:04 AM | |||
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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. |
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| A. | Presentation of the Quarterly Academic Report for Candeo Peoria | Discuss | Stephanie Musser | 10 m | |
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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.
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| III. | School Finance | 9:14 AM | |||
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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. |
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| A. | Presentation of Financials of Candeo Peoria | Discuss | Heather Jones | 15 m | |
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Heather Jones will present key items from the financial dashboard, including annual and year-to-date budgets, balance sheet, profit and loss statements, and items related to internal controls of Candeo Peoria. |
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| IV. | New Business | 9:29 AM | |||
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Items presented for action by the board. |
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| A. | Approve the Revised 2025-2026 budget for Candeo Peoria | Vote | Heather Jones | 5 m | |
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A revised budget is presented for the board's review and approval by vote for CP. |
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| B. | Approve the Mileage Reimbursement Policy | Vote | Stephanie Musser | 5 m | |
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Candeo Schools provides mileage reimbursement for authorized school-related travel in a manner that |
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| V. | Other Business | 9:39 AM | |||
| A. | Review upcoming board meeting dates and set the schedule for the regular meetings of the Governing Board for the 2026-2027 School Year. | Discuss | Stephanie Musser | 5 m | |
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The next board meeting is scheduled for June 17, 2026 at 9:00 am at Candeo Peoria for the purpose of approving the proposed annual budget for School Year (SY) 26-27.
The proposed meeting schedule for the 2026-2027 academic year is as follows:
July 1, 2026 - TELEPHONIC (adopt the approved annual budget for SY 26-27) October 14, 2026 January 13, 2027 April 14, 2027 June 16, 2027 (approve the proposed annual budget for 27-28)
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| VI. | Closing Items | 9:44 AM | |||
| A. | Adjourn Meeting | Vote | Bryce Boone | 1 m | |
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There being no further business before the board, the meeting will adjourn. |
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