W. Hall, Board President, led the meeting in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

There was no public comment regarding Closed Session. 

1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION 

    (Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) OAH Case No. 2025100661

2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS

    (Gov. Code section 54957.6)

     Agency Representative: Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo 

     Board President William Hall    

     Unrepresented employee: Superintendent

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors reconvened at 10:53 a.m.

• Non-Agendaized Topic: A parent (Lorraine) from the high school program requested that the Board consider a California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) membership for Sage Oak Charter Schools.
• Non-Agendaized Topic: A written public comment was submitted by Andrew Gibbs regarding a safety and compliance concern involving a domestic violence restraining order related to a former Sage Oak employee (ID #674).

Krista Woodgrift, Superintendent & CEO, presented the Sage Oak Highlights for October-December 2025.

Poppy Perfect, Assistant Director of Accountability, presented the 2024-25 student achievement data.

Kelly Prins, Senior Director of Special Education, and Danielle Ruiz, Assistant Director of Special Education, presented a Special Education update.

Chelsey Anema, Personalized Learning Academy Director/Principal, and Melissa Keshk, teacher, presented a student highlight featuring Jackson Scamehorn.

1. Check Register - December 2025
2. Report of Investment Activity - November 2025
3. Ratification of 2025 1099 Information Returns Services Agreement
4. Ratification of BEC Industrial Estimate
5. Ratification of Mobile Beacon Terms & Conditions
6. Ratification of Tabor Storage Solutions LLC Proposal #101668-R8.1

1. Ratification of Emerson Royce Group, College and Career Readiness Partnership Agreement
2. Ratification of California State University, San Bernardino Recreation & Wellness Agreement
3. Ratification of TPR Education, LLC d/b/a The Princeton Review Service Order (Tutor.com)
4. Ratification of Instructure, Inc. Data Processing Agreement
5. Ratification of Disney Imagination Campus at Disneyland Resort Participation Agreement
6. Ratification of Mobile Ed Productions, Inc. Contracted Services Agreement
7. Ratification of Riverside Convention Center Contract Addendum
8. Ratification of Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Facility Use Permit

1. Approval of Certificated Personnel Report
2. Approval of Classified Personnel Report
3. Approval of Job Descriptions
4. Ratification of Education Leadership Services Letter of Agreement
5. Approval of 2026 IRS Mileage Reimbursement Rate

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 Agenda upon the request of any member of the Board, discussed, and acted upon separately.

Pursuant to Government Code section 54953, subdivision (c)(3), the Charter School provides this oral summary of the salary and/or fringe benefit increase recommendation for the Superintendent/CEO.  

• The employment agreement presented today will be retroactive and will be in effect for a period commencing December 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028. 
• The Superintendent's annual salary for the 2025-26 school year is $294,091 and shall be entitled to receive the same percentage increase as other management salary schedules. 
• The Superintendent will receive a monthly cell phone/internet allowance of $70 in accordance with that offered to other management employees.  
• The Superintendent will receive a monthly mileage allowance of $400. 
• The Superintendent will receive a longevity stipend of $ 2,000 in her 11th year, equal to that of other management employees.  
• The Superintendent shall receive all health and welfare benefits provided to certificated management employees of the Charter School.
• The agreement includes a work year of 220 days, with the option to work 5 additional days each year and be paid at her current daily rate.  

The Board tabled this item for discussion at a future meeting. No formal motion or vote occurred. 

The Board tabled this item for discussion at a future meeting. No formal motion or vote occurred. 

The Board tabled this item for discussion at a future meeting. No formal motion or vote occurred. 

The next scheduled meeting will be a Regular Board of Directors Meeting held on February 12, 2026.

Board members noted strong presentations and leadership throughout the meeting. Positive remarks highlighted staff professionalism, collaboration, and commitment to growth, including recognition of leadership initiatives and ongoing learning efforts. The meeting was described as uplifting, and members shared pride in being associated with Sage Oak Charter Schools and well-wishes for the new year.

Superintendent Woodgrift thanked Kelly Prins, Senior Director of Special Education, Danielle Ruiz, Assistant Director of Special Education, and the special education staff for their intentional work, strong systems, and evidence-based practices that support students and staff, highlighting the positive impact on student well-being and learning experiences. She invited the Board to attend the high school graduation scheduled for Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the Fullerton High School Auditorium. Superintendent Woodgrift also acknowledged Board Appreciation Month, noting the Board's encouragement, unity of purpose, and support, which allow the school to operate effectively and remain focused on its mission.