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Sage Oak Charter Schools

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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors

Date and Time

Thursday June 11, 2026 at 11:30 AM

Location

Sage Oak Charter Schools

1473 Ford Street, Suite #105

Redlands, CA 92373

 

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333 H Street, Suite 5000

Chula Vista, CA 91910
 

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MISSION STATEMENT

Educating students through a personalized and collaborative learning approach, empowering them to lead purposeful and productive lives.

 

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 Sage Oak Charter Schools.

Directors Present

M. Humphrey, P. Matz, S. Fraire, S. Houle, W. Hall

Directors Absent

None

Guests Present

B. Bookser, E. Horta, J. Cope, K. Woodgrift, L. King, L. Snee, T. Kataroyan

I. Opening Items

A.

Call the Meeting to Order

W. Hall called a meeting of the board of directors of Sage Oak Charter Schools to order on Thursday Jun 11, 2026 at 11:30 AM.

B.

Record Attendance

II. Pledge of Allegiance

A.

Led by Board President or designee

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

III. Approve Agenda

A.

(Action) Approval of Agenda for June 11, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors

M. Humphrey made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the agenda as presented for the June 11, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors.
P. Matz seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

IV. Approve Minutes

A.

(Action) Approval of Minutes for May 14, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors

S. Houle made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the minutes as presented from the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors on 05-14-26.
S. Fraire seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

V. Public Comment - Closed Session

A.

Public Comment

There was no request for public comment regarding Closed Session. 

VI. Adjourn to Closed Session

A.

The Board Will Consider and May Act on Any of the Closed Session Matters

S. Houle made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to adjourn to Closed Session at 11:33 a.m.
P. Matz seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

VII. Closed Session

A.

Closed Session Agenda

1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION

     (Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).) 

      OAH Case No. 2026040123

 

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION

     (Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).) 

     OAH Case No. 2026030514

VIII. Reconvene Regular Meeting

A.

Report Out Any Action Taken in Closed Session

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors reconvened at 11:44 a.m. 

 

W. Hall, Board President, reported that the following actions were taken in Closed Session. 

P. Matz made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, in the matter of Item No. A.1 on the Closed Session agenda, Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, to settle OAH Case No. 2026040123.
S. Houle seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
M. Humphrey made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, in the matter of Item No. A.2 on the Closed Session agenda, Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, to settle OAH Case No. 2026030514.
S. Houle seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

IX. Public Comments/Recognition/Reports

A.

Public Comment

There was no request for public comment. 

X. Correspondence/Proposals/Reports

A.

Sage Oak Highlights

Krista Woodgrift, Superintendent & CEO, presented the Sage Oak highlights video for the 2025-26 school year.

B.

Sage Oak Charter Schools Leadership Honoree

Krista Woodgrift, Superintendent & CEO, recognized leadership honoree, Larry King, Senior Director of Outreach & Communication, expressing gratitude for his contributions to Sage Oak Charter Schools and wishing him well in his retirement. 

XI. Consent Agenda

A.

Consent - Business Services

  1. Check Register - May 2026
  2. Report of Investment Activity - April 2026
  3. Ratification of Newfront Property & Casualty Insurance Policy Renewals
  4. Approval of Community Provider (CP) and Education Material Resource Provider (EMRP) Agreement Revisions
  5. Approval of General Terms and Conditions of the Purchase Order Revisions
  6. Ratification of School Services of California, Inc. Agreement for Special Services (Renewal)
  7. Ratification of Opichi LLC Sage Central Platform Enhancements Proposal
  8. Ratification of Opichi LLC Student Lifecycle Management System Phase 2 Proposal
  9. Ratification of Opichi LLC Special Education Assessment Management System Proposal
  10. Ratification of Opichi LLC IT Help Desk Proposal
  11. Ratification of Javier Mancera Agreement

B.

Consent - Education Services

  1. Approval of 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools Title I School-Parent/Guardian Compact
  2. Ratification of Riverside Convention Center Revised Contract Addendum
  3. Ratification of Courtyard by Marriott Event Sales Agreement Contracts
  4. Ratification of Carter's Balloons LLC Decoration Agreements
  5. Ratification of RPh on the Go, LLC d/b/a Spindle Addendum (Isidro Herrera)
  6. Ratification of RPh on the Go, LLC d/b/a Spindle Addendum (Tina Walker)
  7. Ratification of Springhill Suites Corona Riverside Banquet Event Order
  8. Ratification of Element Ontario Airport Banquet Event Order
  9. Ratification of KID FUNdementals Therapy Center Agreement
  10. Ratification of Renaissance Quote #358047v2
  11. Ratification of Mission San Juan Capistrano Tours/Protocols Waiver
  12. Ratification of Segerstrom Center for the Arts Group Sales Order Agreement

C.

Consent - Human Resources

  1. Approval of Certificated Personnel Report
  2. Approval of Classified Personnel Report
  3. Approval of Job Descriptions

D.

Consent - Operations & Accountability

  1. Ratification of Springhill Suites by Marriott Temecula Valley Letter of Agreement
  2. Ratification of Dos Lagos Golf Course Agreement

E.

Consent - Policy Development


1. Approval of Changes to Existing Board Policies Revised/Reviewed/Rescinded 

 

3000 Series- Business/Non-Instructional

3010-SO Fiscal Control Policy and Procedures

3015-SO Investment Policy

3100-SO Community Provider Code of Conduct Policy

3130-SO Document Retention Policy

 

4000 Series- Personnel Services

4015-SO Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

4020-SO Background Check Policy

4035-SO Mandated Reporter- Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Policy

4045-SO Professional Boundaries Policy

4060-SO Prohibiting Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Policy

4070-SO Lactation Accommodation Policy

4145-SO Professional Development Reimbursement Policy

4145E-SO Professional Development Reimbursement Policy Exhibit (Rescind)

 

5000 Series- Student Services

5010-SO Educational Records and Student Information Policy

5110-SO Cell Phones, Smartphones, Pagers, & Other Electronic Signaling Devices Policy

 

6000 Series- Instruction

6010-SO Independent Study Policy

6015-SO Comprehensive Sexual Health Education Policy

6035-SO Mathematics Placement Policy

6040-SO Assessment Policy

6060-SO Special Education Assessment Request Policy

6070-SO Independent Educational Evaluation Policy

6075-SO Special Education Certificate of Completion

6115-SO Attendance, Support, and Involuntary Disenrollment Policy

6125-SO Report Card Policy

6210-SO Graduation Policy

F.

(Action) Approval of Consent Agenda

M. Humphrey made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
S. Fraire seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

XII. Business Services

A.

(Action) Approval of Proposition 28 Arts and Music in Schools Funding, 2025-26 Annual Reports & Certifications for Sage Oak Charter Schools

S. Houle made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the Proposition 28 Arts and Music in Schools Funding, 2025-26 Annual Reports and Certifications for Sage Oak Charter Schools as presented.
P. Matz seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

B.

(Action) Approval of 2026–27 Consolidated Application and Reporting System (CARS)

S. Houle made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the 2026-27 Consolidated Application and Reporting System (CARS) data submission as presented.
M. Humphrey seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

XIII. Education Services

A.

(Action) Approval of IXL Learning Quote Renewal

S. Houle made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the IXL Learning quote renewal as presented.
P. Matz seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

XIV. Human Resources

A.

(Action) Approval of Revised 2026-27 Salary Schedules

S. Houle made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the revised 2026-27 salary schedules as presented.
M. Humphrey seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

B.

(Action) Approval of Spark Hire Order Form Renewal

S. Houle made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the Spark Hire order form renewal as presented.
P. Matz seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

XV. Operations & Accountability

A.

(Action) Approval of 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools English Learner Master Plan

S. Houle made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools English Learner Master Plan as presented.
S. Fraire seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

XVI. Policy Development

A.

(Action) Approval of New 4155-SO Employee Recognition and Awards Policy

M. Humphrey made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to approve the new 4155-SO Employee Recognition and Awards Policy as presented.
S. Houle seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

XVII. Public Hearing

A.

(Hearing) 2026-27 Local Control and Accountability Plans (LCAP)

A Public Hearing was conducted regarding the 2026-27 Local Control and Accountability Plans (LCAPs) for Sage Oak Charter Schools.

 

Jodi Cope, Director of Operations & Accountability, presented the 2026-27 LCAPs, which included the Federal Addendums.

 

There was no request for public comment. 

 

Hearing Opened: 12:23 p.m.       

Hearing Closed: 12:38 p.m.

B.

(Hearing) 2026-27 Proposed July Budget - Sage Oak Charter Schools

A Public Hearing was conducted regarding the 2026-27 Proposed July Budget for Sage Oak Charter Schools. 

 

Tim O'Brien, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, presented the 2026-27 Proposed July Budget. 

 

There was no request for public comment. 

 

Hearing Opened: 12:38 p.m.

Hearing Closed: 12:39 p.m.

XVIII. Calendar

A.

Future Meetings

The next scheduled meeting will be a Regular Board of Directors Meeting held on June 18, 2026. 

XIX. Comments

A.

Board Comments

Board members shared their appreciation for staff, leadership, and Sage Oak's continued growth and success. Board comments recognized employees' efforts across the organization, including those supporting the LCAPs, human resources, graduation events, and innovative initiatives. 

B.

Superintendent Comments

Superintendent Woodgrift thanked the Board for their continued support, trust, and leadership throughout the year. She recognized Tamar Kataroyan, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, for her leadership and her commitment to a people-centered culture. She also recognized Jodi Cope, Director of Operations & Accountability, for her work overseeing compliance, strategic planning, and the LCAP process. Superintendent Woodgrift reminded the Board that communication regarding the Board's annual self-evaluation will be forthcoming. 

XX. Closing Items

A.

Adjourn Meeting

S. Fraire made a motion to W. Hall, Board President, to adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors on June 11, 2026.
S. Houle seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 12:58 PM.

Respectfully Submitted,
W. Hall
Documents used during the meeting
  • Sage Oak Highlights_May & June 2026.pdf
  • BUS Consent - Business Services.pdf
  • BUS Consent - Education Services.pdf
  • BUS Consent - Human Resources.pdf
  • BUS Consent - Operations & Accountability.pdf
  • BUS Consent - Policy Development.pdf
  • Proposition 28 Arts & Music in Schools Funding, 2025-26 Annual Report_Sage Oak Charter Schools - South (#2051).pdf
  • Proposition 28 Arts & Music in Schools Funding, 2025-26 Annual Report_Sage Oak Charter School #1885.pdf
  • Proposition 28 Arts & Music in Schools Funding, 2025-26 Annual Report_Sage Oak Charter School - Keppel (#1886).pdf
  • Proposition 28 Arts & Music in Schools Funding 2025-26 Annual Certification_Sage Oak Charter School (#1885).pdf
  • Proposition 28 Arts & Music in Schools Funding 2025-26 Annual Certification_Sage Oak Charter School - Keppel (#1886).pdf
  • Proposition 28 Arts & Music in Schools Funding 2025-26 Annual Certification_Sage Oak Charter School South (#2051).pdf
  • CARS 2026-27 Application & Certifications_Sage Oak Charter School (#1885).pdf
  • CARS 2026-27 Application & Certifications_Sage Oak Charter School - Keppel (#1886).pdf
  • CARS 2026-27 Application & Certifications_Sage Oak Charter School - South (#2051).pdf
  • IXL Learning Quote #1614089-1.pdf
  • 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools Positions_Revised 6.11.2026.pdf
  • 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools Assistant Superintendent Salary Schedule_Revised 6.11.2026.pdf
  • 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools Professional_Management Salary Schedule_Revised 6.11.2026.pdf
  • 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools Certificated Educator Salary Schedule_Revised 6.11.2026.pdf
  • 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools Classified Hourly Salary Schedule_Revised 6.11.2026.pdf
  • Spark Hire Order Form Renewal.pdf
  • 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools EL Master Plan_Presentation.pdf
  • 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools EL Master Plan_Summary of Changes.pdf
  • 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools EL Master Plan_Redline.pdf
  • 2026-27 Sage Oak Charter Schools EL Master Plan.pdf
  • 4155-SO Employee Awards and Recognition Policy.pdf
  • 2026-27 Local Control & Accountability Plan_Presentation.pdf
  • 2026-27 Local Control and Accountability Plan_Sage Oak Charter School (#1885).pdf
  • 2026-27 Local Control and Accountability Plan_Sage Oak Charter School - Keppel (#1886).pdf
  • 2026-27 Local Control and Accountability Plan_Sage Oak Charter School - South (#2051).pdf
  • 2026-27 LCFF Budget Overview for Parents_Sage Oak Charter School (#1885).pdf
  • 2026-27 LCFF Budget Overview for Parents_Sage Oak Charter School - Keppel (#1886).pdf
  • 2026-27 Proposed July Budget_Sage Oak Charter Schools_Presentation.pdf
  • 2026-27 Proposed July Budget_Sage Oak Charter Schools.pdf
  • 2026-27 LCFF Budget Overview for Parents_Sage Oak Charter School (#1885).pdf
  • 2026-27 LCFF Budget Overview for Parents_Sage Oak Charter School - Keppel (#1886).pdf
  • 2026-27 LCFF Budget Overview for Parents_Sage Oak Charter School - South (#2051).pdf
  • EPA_Sage Oak Charter School (#1885).pdf
  • EPA_Sage Oak Charter School - South (#2051).pdf
  • EPA_Sage Oak Charter School - Keppel (#1886).pdf

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