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

Kevin Davis, Senior Associate at Procopio, presented the plan for Board meetings and participation by teleconference options due to the end of the COVID state of emergency and return to in-person meetings starting March 1, 2023. 

Krista Woodgrift presented the School Highlights.

Lana Beshara and Sarah Vincent, Sonja Allen's teacher, presented the student showcase. 

Tim O'Brien provided an overview of the state budget.

Krista Woodgrift presented a first reading of the 2023-2024 Sage Oak Charter Schools Board Meeting calendar and schedule. 

Jamee Block and Carrie Gerry provided an LCAP update. 

There will not be a study session on March 9, 2023. 

The Board expressed gratitude towards Sage Oak Charter Schools for providing them with detailed information and praised the staff members working on their administrative credentials. They also acknowledged Superintendent Woodgrift and her team for their outstanding work and commended them for their efforts in bringing the website design up to date. The Board was impressed by the incredible student activities and acknowledged the well-run organization that is making a positive impact in the lives of students and their families. 

Superintendent Woodgrift recognized Courtney Gibson and Brad Bookser as exceptional members of the Sage Oak team who embody the organization's core values. Ms. Woodgrift praised Courtney for her ability to "make work light" and acknowledged Brad as a respected and admired team member. The Board will have its first in-person meeting in March, as a Regular Board meeting, followed by a Study Session in April. The meeting locations include the Sage Oak Charter Schools Office in Redlands and a location in Chula Vista. Board members may also choose their own location as long as the participation by teleconference requirements are met. Superintendent Woodgrift expressed her appreciation for the great Board members and the organization's good fortune to have them.