MY Academy
Minutes
Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Date and Time
Thursday May 8, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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
Larry Alvarado, Michael Humphrey, Peter Matz, Steve Fraire, William Hall
Directors Absent
None
Guests Present
Ashley Fasano (remote), Bill Dobson (remote), Cathy Strauss (remote), Corrie Amador (remote), Gigi Lenz (remote), Melissa Lato (remote), Michelle Jones (remote), Tammam Tautou (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
B.
Record Attendance
II. Approve/Adopt Agenda
A.
Approve Agenda
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
III. Approve Minutes
A.
Approve Minutes
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
B.
Approve Minutes
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
C.
Approve Minutes
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
IV. Reconvene Regular Meeting
A.
Report out any action taken in closed session
V. Consent
A.
Consent - Business/Financial Services
B.
Consent - Education/Student Services
C.
Consent - Personnel Services
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
VI. Business/Financial Services
A.
Approval of Proposition 28: Arts and Music in Schools Funding (AMS), 2024-2025 Annual Report
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
VII. Education/Student Services
A.
Approval of School Pathways Service Agreement for 2025-2026
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
B.
Approval of the submission of the Application-based Dashboard Alternative School Status (DASS) renewal application for Motivated Youth Academy (#1628).
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
C.
Approval of the Portrait Of A Graduate for Motivated Youth Academy
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
VIII. Comments
A.
Board Comments
The Board expressed their appreciation to the Director and staff for the commendable work being done at the school.
B.
Interim Director and CEO Comments
The Director highlighted the school’s positive trajectory and expressed gratitude to the teachers and staff for their dedication.He also provided updates on the upcoming graduation ceremony and offered reflections on the current political climate in the legislature.
IX. Closing Items
A.
Adjourn Meeting
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Michael Humphrey |
Aye
|
| William Hall |
Aye
|
| Peter Matz |
Aye
|
| Larry Alvarado |
Aye
|
| Steve Fraire |
Aye
|
The Board had nothing to report out from Closed Session.