MY Academy
Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
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MISSION STATEMENT
MY Academy believes in diversity, inclusivity, academic excellence, hope, service, feedback, and gratitude. Our mission is to create a diverse and individualized learning environment that supports every student and strengthens relationships between families, programs, authorizers, and the community.
THE ORDER OF BUSINESS MAY BE CHANGED WITHOUT NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the order of consideration of matters on this agenda may be changed without prior notice.
REASONABLE LIMITATIONS MAY BE PLACED ON PUBLIC TESTIMONY
The Governing Board’s presiding officer reserves the right to impose reasonable time limits on public testimony to ensure that the agenda is completed.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WILL BE PROVIDED FOR ANY INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY
Pursuant to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, any individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in this meeting of the Governing Board may request assistance by contacting Motivated Youth Academy.
Agenda
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| I. | Opening Items | 9:00 AM | |||
| A. | Call the Meeting to Order | Board President | 1 m | ||
| B. | Record Attendance | Board President | 1 m | ||
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Roll Call: William Hall, President Michael Humphrey, Vice President Steve Fraire, Clerk Peter Matz, Member Larry Alvarado, Member |
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| II. | Pledge of Allegiance | 9:02 AM | |||
| A. | Led by Board President or designee | Board President | 1 m | ||
| III. | Land Acknowledgment | 9:03 AM | |||
| A. | Land Acknowledgment read by Sarina Laff, Learning Facilitator, Motivated Youth Academy | FYI | Sarina Laff | 1 m | |
| IV. | Approve/Adopt Agenda | 9:04 AM | |||
| A. | (Action) Approve Agenda | Vote | Board President | 1 m | |
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It is recommended the Board of Directors approve the agenda for the Regular Board meeting of October 8, 2026, as presented.
Roll Call Vote: William Hall Michael Humphrey Steve Fraire Peter Matz Larry Alvarado Moved by ______ Seconded by ______ Ayes _____ Nays _____ Absent _____ |
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| V. | Approve Minutes | 9:05 AM | |||
| A. | (Action) Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors that was held on September 10, 2026 | Approve Minutes | Board President | 1 m | |
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Roll Call Vote: William Hall Michael Humphrey Steve Fraire Peter Matz Larry Alvarado Moved by ______ Seconded by ______ Ayes _____ Nays _____ Absent _____ |
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| VI. | Public Comments/Recognition/Reports | ||||
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Members of the public who wish to make a Public Comment at a board meeting, whether attending in person or remotely, must submit a Request to Speak using this Google Form to address the Board of Directors. If you are having difficulty filling out the Google form, please email kmatchette@myacademy.org for support. Requests to speak must be submitted before the public comment period begins in open session. Each speaker is allotted up to three (3) minutes. Public comments on the same subject are limited to a total of twenty (20) minutes. Board members do not respond to public comments during the meeting. However, the Board may refer a matter to staff for review and request that it be brought back to the Board at a future meeting. |
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| VII. | Oral Presentations | 9:06 AM | |||
| A. | School Highlights, Presented by Tova Hensley, Learning Facilitator, Motivated Youth Academy | FYI | Tova Hensley | 4 m | |
| B. | Financial Update, Presented by Gracyn Ortiz, Director of Client Finance, Charter Impact | FYI | Gracyn Ortiz | 5 m | |
| VIII. | Consent | 9:15 AM | |||
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Items listed under Consent are considered routine and will be approved/adopted by a single motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items; however, any item may be removed from the Consent upon the request of any member of the Board, discussed, and acted upon separately. |
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| A. | Consent - Business/Financial Services | Vote | Board President | 1 m | |
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1. Check Register - September 2026 2. Approval of Edwards, Stevens & Tucker Legal and Consultant Services Agreement (Renewal) 3. Approval of August 2026-July 2027 GoGuardian Beacon (Training) 4. Approval of November 2026-June 2028 GoGuardian Beacon-Core (Renewal) 5. Approval of January 2027-June 2027 Regus Premier Office Space Lease Agreement (Renewal)
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| B. | Consent - Education/Student Services | Vote | Board President | 1 m | |
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1. Approval of 2026-2027 Student and Educational Rights Holder Handbook (Revised) 2. Approval of August 2026-July 2027 Goalbook Contract under SELPA License (Renewal) 3. Approval of September 2026-September 2027 NCS Pearson Inc License (Renewal) 4. Approval of September 2026-September 2027 Cook Center for Human Connection (Renewal) 5. Approval of November 2026-November 2027 Charter Schools Development Center (Renewal) 6. Approval of September 2026 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Urban League of San Diego County (ULSDC) |
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| C. | Consent - Personnel Services | Vote | Board President | 1 m | |
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1. Approval of July 2026-July 2027 Vector Solutions (CSAP Library) 2. Approval of November 2026-November 2027 Vector Solutions Subscription (Renewal) 3. Approval of Job Description - Administrative and Human Resources Coordinator |
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| D. | Consent - Policy Development | Vote | Board President | 1 m | |
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Board Policies Revised: The following are current policies that have been revised to provide clarity or alignment with changes in law or procedures.
1. Approval of MYA Safety Plan (Revision) 2. Approval of MYA 5015 Title IX Harassment Intimidation Discrimination and Bullying Policy (Revision)
Consent items listed under A through D are considered routine and will be approved/adopted by a single motion.
Roll Call Vote: William Hall Michael Humphrey Steve Fraire Peter Matz Larry Alvarado Moved by ______ Seconded by ______ Ayes _____ Nays _____ Absent _____
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| IX. | Policy Development | 9:19 AM | |||
| A. | (Action) Approval of the Motivated Youth Academy Crisis Communication Plan | Vote | Bill Dobson | 4 m | |
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It is recommended the Board approve the Crisis Communication Plan for Motivated Youth Academy (#1628).
Roll Call Vote: William Hall Michael Humphrey Steve Fraire Peter Matz Larry Alvarado Moved by ______ Seconded by ______ Ayes _____ Nays _____ Absent _____ |
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| X. | Calendar | ||||
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The next scheduled regular meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on November 12, 2026. |
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| XI. | Comments | 9:23 AM | |||
| A. | Board Comments | Discuss | Board President | 5 m | |
| B. | Interim Director and CEO Comments | Discuss | Bill Dobson | 2 m | |
| XII. | Closing Items | 9:30 AM | |||
| A. | Adjourn Meeting | Vote | Board President | 1 m | |
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Roll Call Vote: William Hall Michael Humphrey Steve Fraire Peter Matz Larry Alvarado Moved by ______ Seconded by ______ Ayes _____ Nays _____ Absent _____ |
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