C. Wright praised the strong work performed in classrooms at sites to prepare for SBAC testing.

Board members discussed implications of the Brown Act and FOIA for board communications.

C. Wright introduced the speaker and provided an overview of the purpose of the presentation. Meeting attendees introduced themselves. M. Cornell-Feist presented information via teleconference. She reviewed components of excellence relating to boards.  M. Cornell-Feist reviewed key elements of board evolution. She also reviewed the cycle of developing board excellence.The board asked additional questions regarding time management and symbiosis between staff, committees, goals, and the board.  M. Cornell-Feist explained a sample Key Annual Organizational Decision Chart.  Board members shared impressions and reactions to the chart.  J. Glover suggested developing a subset of timelines for repeated annual events (items on a recurring cycle, such as budgets, for example). J. Flaherty sought clarification regarding leadership versus management responsibilities (and functions) of the board, including board management of itself.  He also discussed the role of staff and board relating to priorities and vision.

Member shared final impressions and questions at the end of the presentation.  N. Crivello posed a question regarding scheduling a retreat in summer versus scheduling a retreat in February.  S. Waller commented on the history of the board and the unique talents of the current board.  V. Paredes-Colonia mentioned the concept of knowledge management and reviewing the past year in order to prepare for the next (knowledge retention process). K. Sved reflected upon the presentation and the future of the process; it is a continuum that requires us all to work together.  He commended the dedication of board members.

A. Hernandez introduced Watsonville Prep School (WPS) staff members.  K. Carr described the recent lottery for WPS and reviewed current enrollment numbers.  Board members asked clarifying questions about enrollment and engagement efforts.  C. Wright made suggestions for connecting with the community.  J. Glover discussed communication strategies, and other attendees offered comments and questions on the topic.  J. Flaherty elicited feedback from WPS staff members.  Staff members suggested home visits, welcome packets, school visits, and school visit videos.  Board members offered additional outreach suggestions.  K. Carr reviewed upcoming school tour visitors.  C. Wright asked a question about outreach efforts to members of the migrant community.  K. Carr and S. Waller described these efforts.  C. Wright and J. Flaherty reiterated the importance of this inclusion effort in relation to establishing the reputation of the school.  J. Glover offered additional community connection strategies.  A. Hernandez offered a further description of the orientation events for WPS.  C. Wright thanked the WPS staff members for their attendance and efforts to open WPS in the fall.

K. Sved provided an overview of Hollister Prep School (HPS) long-term facilities needs and the current strategies to meet these needs.  N. Crivello asked a clarifying question regarding sharing facilities with R.O. Hardin Elementary.  K. Sved reviewed WPS facilities for the upcoming school year, including long-term facilities strategies.  He thanked J. Glover for the advice he provided on these matters.

C. Wright mentioned succession planning and impending updates to charter school laws.  

A. Ortiz reviewed topics covered during the last finance committee meeting.  

A. Ortiz main points of the financials, including variances, fundraising goals, and capital expenditures. 

A. Ortiz reviewed the IRS Form 990 documents. 

A motion was made at this point to move agenda item "M" forward to follow this item.  J. Glover made the motion and A. Gallegos Fambrini seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous.

N. Crivello made motion to recess for dinner and J. Flaherty seconded the motion at 5:41 pm.  The baord approved this motion unanimously.

N. Crivello made a motion to end the dinner recess.  J. Anderson seconded the motion, and the vote approved it unanimously (at 6:12 pm).

A. Bray provided an agenda for his presentation and related activities.  He also provided context for the discussion.  

This item was moved to follow item "I" per board vote.  

A. Ortiz provided a summary of LCAP development.

K. Sved summarized the topic.

A. Ortiz referred members to materials in the packet. She clarified 2019-20 salaries as a component within the proposed budget.  J. Glover requested more information concerning budgeting and building a surplus from the finance committee.  C. Wright sought clarification on a new position and related efforts for fundraising, including fundraising contingency plans.  C. Wright praised the proactive work of A. Ortiz.

K. Sved summarized potential key priorities.  He discussed a process of developing terminology and a shared vocabulary to apply to this issue.  C. Wright asked clarifying questions regarding partners.  J. Flaherty made a suggestion concerning planning for the priorities.  J. Glover suggested developing a multi-year timeline and map that includes these priorities. 

C. Wright announced the reason for the closed session.  Board entered closed session.

The board voted to grant the CEO authority to negotiate purchase of a parcel with fees not to exceed $15,000. The vote was unanimous.