Ogden Preparatory Academy
Minutes
OPA Board of Directors Meeting
Date and Time
Thursday January 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Location
1487 Lincoln Avenue
Ogden UT 84404
Board Room (ECC upstairs)
The Mission of the Ogden Preparatory Academy Charter School is to provide a challenging curriculum where academic excellence, character development, and individual growth are nurtured in a safe and happy environment that involves the active participation of students, teachers, parents and community members.
Directors Present
B. Lucas, J. Zepeda, P. Valiente, S. Mejeur, S. Zwygart
Directors Absent
None
Ex Officio Members Present
D. Deem, K. Kennington, S. Lopez
Non Voting Members Present
D. Deem, K. Kennington, S. Lopez
Guests Present
A. McPhee, S. Adams, T. Bingham, T. Young
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes
D.
Opportunity for Public Input
E.
Ratify previous meetings' votes; June-December
II. Finance
A.
Budget Review
Metrics are above our covenants; however, we are a little short of our goals. We expect some savings through the end of the year.
State funds are flowing in per usual. Federal funds typically delay for reimbursement toward the end of the year.
B.
Finance Training
- Spencer reviewed the budget summary page, and explained the allotment process.
- School runs off estimations from July to November. The State issues actual balances in November, and we make adjustments.
- Restricted and nonrestricted funds were explained.
- Enrollment drives most of the revenue.
Executive Session was not required.
III. Administrative Business
A.
Administrative Board Report
Administration reviewed the report.
B.
Policies
IV. Other Business
A.
Discussion
Crossing guard isn't stopping left turns on 15th and Lincoln. Please talk with the guard to follow the process.
Undercooked food reports; Debbie will check with the Kitchen manager to ensure procedures are being followed. The orange chicken is great. Our school lunch is the best in the area!
No public present