Wonderful College Prep Academy
Minutes
April WCPA Board of Directors Meeting
Date and Time
Thursday April 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Location
Delano Campus
2070 Veneto St
Delano, CA 93215
Room: Learning Center | Main Office
Location
Wonderful College Prep Academy (Delano Campus)
Room: Learning Center (Main Campus Entrance)
2070 Veneto Street, Delano, CA 93215
Teleconference Location (Ed. Code § 47604.1)
Wonderful College Prep Academy - Lost Hills
Room: Conference Room (Main Campus Entrance)
14848 Lamberson Ave, Lost Hills, CA 93249
Virtual Meeting Information:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87605682243?pwd=0kFG6YOQaoS6ck2NiHmWtk2b7Y1ruj.1&from=addon
Meeting ID: 876 0568 2243
Passcode: 248442
Dial-in Information:
(669) 444-9171
Meeting ID: 876 0568 2243
Passcode: 248442
Directors Present
B. Perlado, D. Barreto, E. Zamora, J. Aguilar, M. Canales, S. Mohamed
Directors Absent
E. Unruh
Guests Present
D. Felix, E. Hernandez, J. Aguilar, J. Vergara, L. Sanchez, M. Romero, R. Phillips
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
B.
Flag Salute
C.
Record Attendance
D.
Changes to Agenda
No changes to the agenda were made during this meeting.
E.
Public Comments
Ms. Velasco introduced the Soldiers of Change (SOC) students that were selected to launch their winning campaign to introduce a "Fitness Fair" at the Delano campus. The SOC students described their campaign, the fitness education stations, and shared why this was important for students on campus. The Board of Directors thanked Ms. Velasco and the students for their time and for sharing how they are impacting student culture at WCPA.
II. Regular Agenda - Business, Finance & Operations
A.
Information Item: Review of Monthly Business Report for March 2026 - Delano
Chief Business Officer Mike Romero presented the updated monthly business report for the March 2026 Delano Campus.
B.
Information Item: Review of Monthly Business Report for March 2026 - Lost Hills
Chief Business Officer Mike Romero presented the updated monthly business report for the March 2026 Lost Hills Campus.
C.
Action Item: Approval of Third Amendment to Agreement No. 2023/24-01 between Charter Impact, LLC and Wonderful College Prep Academy for Business Management, Payroll, and Student Data Services
Mr. Romero presented a request for approval for a third amendment to the Bookkeeping and Accounting Services Agreement with Charter Impact, LLC. The Amendment renews the Agreement for a fourth year between Charter Impact and WCPA.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| E. Zamora |
Aye
|
| B. Perlado |
Aye
|
| M. Canales |
Aye
|
| J. Aguilar |
Aye
|
| D. Barreto |
Aye
|
| S. Mohamed |
Aye
|
| E. Unruh |
Absent
|
D.
Information Item: Investment Committee Update
Mr. Romero shared an update on behalf of the Investment Committee. The Committee has decided to move forward and invest in the All Spring Account. The Board asked Mr. Romero to update the board once the Investment Committee meets again.
E.
Information Item: 2026-27 Employee Benefits Update
Mr. Romero presented an update on WCPA Employee benefits for the 2026-27 school year. WCPA is exploring a self-funded health insurance model. Mr. Romero noted that the benefits offerings will remain the same for employees while this change would adhere to ensuring compliance with state and federal benefit regulations, providing year-round support, and promoting long-term fiscal sustainability with continuous improvement of WCPA’s benefits offerings.
F.
Information Item: Facilities Master Plan Update
Mr. Romero presented the Facilities Master Plan - a comprehensive, long-term strategic initiative that evaluates the condition, capacity, and suitability of existing buildings, infrastructure, and grounds. This comprehensive multi-year plan was made while taking into consideration projections based on enrollment trends, program requirements, and WCPA high-quality facility standards.
G.
Action Item: Ratification of Vendor Invoices for Technology Equipment Purchases (SHI)
Chief Engagement & Partnerships Officer, Lupe Sanchez, presented on the Ratification of Vendor Invoices for Technology Equipment Purchases (SHI).
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| B. Perlado |
Aye
|
| E. Unruh |
Absent
|
| J. Aguilar |
Aye
|
| D. Barreto |
Aye
|
| S. Mohamed |
Aye
|
| E. Zamora |
Aye
|
| M. Canales |
Aye
|
H.
Action Item: Approval of Vendor Invoices for Student Uniforms (Athletic Designs)
Mr. Romero presented a request for approval of the purchase of student uniform polos for Wonderful College Prep Academy (WCPA), supporting the Delano and Lost Hills campuses for the 2026–27 school year. The polos will be sold throughout the summer and at events leading up to the new school year. WCPA obtained bids from two additional vendors and selected the listed vendor based on pricing and availability.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| B. Perlado |
Aye
|
| S. Mohamed |
Aye
|
| J. Aguilar |
Aye
|
| E. Unruh |
Absent
|
| M. Canales |
Aye
|
| E. Zamora |
Aye
|
| D. Barreto |
Aye
|
I.
Action Item: Approval of Bus Purchase (BusWest)
Mr. Romero presented a request for approval for Wonderful College Prep Academy (WCPA) to purchase a new 84-passenger diesel bus from BusWest. The purchase of this bus would allow WCPA to combine routes and better accommodate ad hoc transportation requests, reducing reliance on charter services and lowering future transportation costs.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| E. Unruh |
Absent
|
| D. Barreto |
Aye
|
| S. Mohamed |
Aye
|
| E. Zamora |
Aye
|
| B. Perlado |
Aye
|
| J. Aguilar |
Aye
|
| M. Canales |
Aye
|
III. Regular Agenda - Policies & Compliance
A.
Information Item: 2025-2026 KCSOS Oversight Update
Ms. Sanchez reported on the annual Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS) oversight visit. This visit allows KCSOS, our charter authorizer, to gain insight into our school operations from academics to governance to fiscal health, in order to ensure compliance with legal requirements as well as adherence to our charter petition and MOU.
IV. Communications
A.
Superintendent's Report
Superintendent Aguilar presented a brief update on recent and upcoming student and schoolwide events.
V. Consent Agenda
A.
Review and Approve: Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of March 26, 2026
Consent Agenda Items V A through D were approved in one motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| E. Unruh |
Absent
|
| B. Perlado |
Aye
|
| S. Mohamed |
Aye
|
| E. Zamora |
Aye
|
| D. Barreto |
Aye
|
| J. Aguilar |
Aye
|
| M. Canales |
Aye
|
B.
Action Item: Ratification of Delano March 2026 Vendor Payments
Consent Agenda Items V A through D were approved in one motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Mohamed |
Aye
|
| B. Perlado |
Aye
|
| E. Zamora |
Aye
|
| E. Unruh |
Absent
|
| M. Canales |
Aye
|
| D. Barreto |
Aye
|
| J. Aguilar |
Aye
|
C.
Action Item: Ratification of Lost Hills March 2026 Vendor Payments
Consent Agenda Items V A through D were approved in one motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Canales |
Aye
|
| D. Barreto |
Aye
|
| S. Mohamed |
Aye
|
| B. Perlado |
Aye
|
| E. Unruh |
Absent
|
| J. Aguilar |
Aye
|
| E. Zamora |
Aye
|
D.
Action Item: Approval of 2026-27 Board of Directors Meeting Calendar
Consent Agenda Items V A through D were approved in one motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| E. Unruh |
Absent
|
| E. Zamora |
Aye
|
| M. Canales |
Aye
|
| J. Aguilar |
Aye
|
| S. Mohamed |
Aye
|
| B. Perlado |
Aye
|
| D. Barreto |
Aye
|
VI. Board Comments
A.
Board Comments
No comments were made by the Board of Directors.
VII. Future Meetings
A.
Future Meetings
Thursday, May 21, 2026; 5:00pm | Lost Hills Campus
Thursday, June 18, 2026; 5:00pm | Delano Campus
VIII. Closing Items
A.
Adjourn Meeting
***CERTIFICATE OF SECRETARY***
I certify that I am the Board Secretary of Wonderful College Prep Academy, a California non-profit public benefit corporation; that these are the minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Directors held on April 23, 2026.
Board Chair Mohamed led in the flag salute.