MY Academy
Minutes
Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Date and Time
Thursday March 9, 2023 at 9:00 AM
Location
Regus - Gateway Chula Vista
333 H Street, Suite 5000
Chula Vista, CA 91910
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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.
Directors Present
L. Alvarado, M. Humphrey, P. Matz, S. Fraire, W. Hall
Directors Absent
None
Guests Present
B. Dobson, D. Georgeson, G. Lenz (remote), K. Madden (remote), L. Hath (remote), Lisa Torbenson (remote), Roger Castillo (remote), melissa Blitzstein (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
B.
Record Attendance
II. Pledge of Allegiance
A.
Led by Board President or designee.
III. Approve/Adopt Agenda
A.
Approve Agenda
IV. Approve Minutes
A.
Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting that was held on February 9, 2023
V. Board Governance
A.
Approval of 2023-24 Board Meeting Calendar
Bill Dobson, Interim Director presented the 2023-24 Board Meeting calendar.
VI. Public Comment
A.
Closed Session
There were no public comments regarding Closed Session.
VII. Adjourn to Closed Session
A.
Closed Session
William Hall, President asked the Board Members to adjourn to Closed Session at 9:15 a.m.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
a. TR v. The Collaborative Charter Services Organization, et al.
b. YL v. The Collaborative Charter Services Organization, et al.
VIII. Reconvene Regular Meeting
A.
Report out any action taken in closed session.
The meeting reconvened at 10:03 a.m.
William Hall, President reported there was no action was taken during the Closed Session.
IX. Public Comments
A.
Recognition and Reports
There were no public comments regarding recognition and reports.
X. Correspondence/Proposals/Reports
A.
School Highlights, Presented by Bill Dobson, Interim Director
Bill Dobson, Interim Director presented the School Highlights.
Lisa Torbenson, Teacher presented the website Civil Rights Movement - Native American Lesson.
B.
Overview of Dashboard Alternative School Status (DASS) Community of Practice (CoP)
Bill Dobson, Interim Director presented the Dashboard Alternative School Status (DASS).
C.
Review of 2022 Motivated Youth Academy Post Graduation Survey
Bill Dobson, Interim Director presented the Post Graduation Survey.
XI. Consent
A.
Consent - Business/Financial Services
- Check Register - February 2023
- Approval of APLUS+ Membership 2023-24 (Renewal)
- Approval of Thrively 2023-24 (Renewal)
- Approval of Pathful Connect, formerly Nepris, 2023-24 (Renewal)
- Ratification of Graduation Ceremony Contract - California Center for the Arts, Escondido, May 31, 2023
Consent items listed under A were approved and adopted by a single motion.
XII. Business/Financial Services
A.
Approval of Second Interim Financial Report
B.
Approval of Annual Audit Engagement Services between CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) and Motivated Youth Academy
C.
Approval of School Pathways Contract 2023-24 (Renewal)
D.
Approval of Edmentum Contract for 2023-24 (Renewal)
XIII. Calendar
A.
The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on May 11, 2023.
William Hall, President reminded the Board Members that there will be a Study Session on April 6th at 9:00 a.m.
XIV. Comments
A.
Board Comments
The Board commended Bill Dobson on his leadership, wisdom and said he does a great job with communication. There are a lot of moving parts within MYA and they have good support and staff to help. They enjoyed Lisa Torbenson's presentation, and the School Highlights saying they are getting meatier all the time. It was also inspirational for them to read that two graduates participated in the X Games. They would like this to be communicated to students to show them the success they too can have. Thank you.
B.
CEO Comments
Bill Dobson, Interim Director thanked everyone for continuing to do what they do for students. MYA has great staff that really embrace the Mission and Core Values, and believe in trying to do what they can to make a difference in each person's life, whether that's for somebody that's an at risk student or somebody trying to extend their learning and pursue a career as a Olympian or Professional Soccer Player.
He also said that he received notification this week from WASC Committee regarding their mid-cycle review, and said that everything is going fabulous and MYA is good for another three years. He will look forward to seeing everyone at the Study Session in April. Thank you!
William Hall, President led the Pledge of Allegiance.