Sage Oak Charter Schools
Minutes
Board of Directors Study Session
Date and Time
Thursday April 6, 2023 at 12:15 PM
Location
Sage Oak Charter Schools
1473 Ford Street, Suite #105
Redlands, CA 92373
Regus- Gateway Chula Vista
333 H Street, Suite 5000
Chula Vista, CA 91910
ID: 93623066116
Passcode: 617785
Passcode: 617785
MISSION STATEMENT
Sage Oak, in collaboration with parents, teachers, students, and the school’s leadership team, cultivates lifelong learners by recognizing students’ and parents’ needs for educational options. Sage Oak balances flexibility with accountability and high academic excellence for families seeking a non-traditional, personalized educational experience. Sage Oak understands the need for partnership in order for students to attain their personal academic goals.
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
E. Horta, K. Woodgrift
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
B.
Record Attendance
II. Pledge of Allegiance
A.
Led by Board President or designee
III. Public Comments/Recognition/Reports
A.
Public Comment
There was no request for public comment.
IV. Board Study Session
A.
Superintendent of Schools/CEO Contract
A review of the Superintendent of Schools/CEO's existing contract was conducted. Dr. Ralph Baker, the Contract Doctor, presented his evaluation of the transformative leadership approach outlined in the contract. He highlighted the significance of reviewing measurable outcomes and emphasized the importance of cohesiveness between the Board, Superintendent, and staff.
Josh Taylor, Senior Associate at McDougal, Boehmer, Foley, Lyon, Mitchell & Erickson, presented proposed modifications to the contract with clarifying language. The suggested changes aim to improve the approach and interpretation of the contract while ensuring legal compliance.
B.
Superintendent of Schools/CEO Job Description
Candice Coffey, Director of Human Resources, briefly summarized the job description for the Superintendent of Schools/CEO. A recommendation was made to clarify the superintendent's authority to make decisions regarding the hiring, retention, and termination of employees in accordance with Board policies and procedures. All personnel decisions will be ratified at the next regularly scheduled Board meeting.
V. Closing Items
A.
Adjourn Meeting
- Superintendent of Schools_CEO_ Board Study Session_Presentation_4.6.2023.pdf
- Superintendent of Schools_CEO_Contract_4.6.2023.pdf
- Superintendent of Schools_CEO_Contract_Redline_4.6.2023.pdf
- Superintendent of Schools_CEO_Job Description_4.6.2023.pdf
- Superintendent of Schools_CEO_Job Description_Redline_4.6.2023.pdf
W. Hall, Board President, led the meeting in the Pledge of Allegiance.