Elevate School
Minutes
Board Meeting
Date and Time
Tuesday June 26, 2018 at 6:30 PM
Location
2285 Murray Ridge Road, San Diego, CA 92123
The public comment portion of the meeting is set aside for members of the audience to make comments or raise issues that are not specifically on the agenda or those items that are on the agenda. These presentations are limited to three (3) minutes per person and the total time allotted to non-agenda items will not exceed fifteen (15) minutes.
Any individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in a board meeting may request assistance by contacting the Elevate School Office at (858) 751-4774.
Any individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in a board meeting may request assistance by contacting the Elevate School Office at (858) 751-4774.
Directors Present
Carol Leighty, Freda Callahan, Ginger Van Zant, Jerry Beckwith, Jill Soule, Scott Hasson, Tom Keliinoi
Directors Absent
None
Directors who arrived after the meeting opened
Carol Leighty
Guests Present
Dave Bogan, Katie Anderson, Kellie Hooper, Matt Eisneberg, Morgan Ballis, Ryan Elliott
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance and Guests
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
Tom Keliinoi called a meeting of the board of directors of Elevate School to order on Tuesday Jun 26, 2018 at 6:33 PM.
C.
Public Comment
No public comment
D.
Approve Agenda
Freda Callahan made a motion to approve the agenda with an addition to agenda of item P to approve the Operation Agreement between Elevate and SDUSD and to add item E1 titled budget in a closed session.
Ginger Van Zant seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
| Carol Leighty |
Absent
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
E.
Approve Minutes
Scott Hasson made a motion to approve minutes from the Board Meeting on 05-15-18 with modifications to item I, Scott is misspelled, should have "tt" and Scott was to send an email, not the "letter" it states. Board Meeting on 05-15-18.
Jerry Beckwith seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Carol Leighty |
Absent
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
II. Agenda Items
A.
Presentation By DMB Consultants
Carol Leighty arrived.
David Bogan and Morgan Ballis of DMB Consultants presented an overview of their consultancy services to the Board. DMB provides consulting services to conduct vulnerability assessments, review policies and procedures, and provide training services for school safety.
B.
Global Youth Ambassador Program
Reviewed Global Youth Ambassador Program.
C.
Principal's Report
-End of Year Extravaganza held on the 2nd to the last day of school, guests at Serra High school, a great time for all. Panorama taken of all students
-299 students
-Attendance for the year 96.37%, up a little from previous school year
-June 6 Exhibition Night, lots of families attended
-CA Distinguished Banner unveiled at June 6 Exhibition Night
-Communicated with neighborhood to let them know there would be a parking impact potential that night, a neighbor replied and said they appreciated the heads up
-June 8 Kinder graduation in the auditorium -5th grade promotion June 12
-Teachers reviewed the charter Revision and Lighthouse team review, all classes will start their day with a mini 7 Habits Lesson
-Enrollment for next year, a few open spots in 5th grade, all other grades are full
-Majority of staff is returning
-Teachers return in early August. Students return August 27
-299 students
-Attendance for the year 96.37%, up a little from previous school year
-June 6 Exhibition Night, lots of families attended
-CA Distinguished Banner unveiled at June 6 Exhibition Night
-Communicated with neighborhood to let them know there would be a parking impact potential that night, a neighbor replied and said they appreciated the heads up
-June 8 Kinder graduation in the auditorium -5th grade promotion June 12
-Teachers reviewed the charter Revision and Lighthouse team review, all classes will start their day with a mini 7 Habits Lesson
-Enrollment for next year, a few open spots in 5th grade, all other grades are full
-Majority of staff is returning
-Teachers return in early August. Students return August 27
D.
Mr. E Day Resolution
Freda Callahan made a motion to amended motion to designate a TDB day in October to recognize the accomplishments of Elevate's Exceptional Leadership in our community. The motion was seconded by Scott Hasson and unanimously approved by the Board. Tom Keliinoi will seek support from the San Diego City Council for a proclamation and additional community engagement.
Scott Hasson seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
E.
Financial Update
Matt Einsenberg reported on the financials.
F.
Closed Session - Budget
Discussed personnel compensation including that of the Executive Director.
G.
Finance Task Force Update
Tom Keliinoi reported on several meetings held by the Finance Task Force. Task Force discussions included health & welfare compensation, salaries, bonuses & stipends, contracts, and other finance related topics.
H.
Approve 2018-2019 LCAP
Carol Leighty made a motion to approve the 2018-2019 LCAP.
Jerry Beckwith seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Abstain
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
I.
Approve the 2018-2019 Budget
-Matt Eisenberg presented the 18-19 budget prepared by the Financial Task Force
Freda Callahan made a motion to approve the 2018-2019 budget.
Carol Leighty seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
J.
Approve At-Will Agreements
Carol Leighty made a motion to approve at-will agreements.
Freda Callahan seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Abstain
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Abstain
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Abstain
|
K.
Approve 2018-2019 Education Protection Account Spending Plan
Jerry Beckwith made a motion to approve the 2018-2019 Education Protection Account Spending Plan.
Freda Callahan seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
L.
Approve 2017-2018 Spring ConApp
Jerry Beckwith made a motion to approve the ConApp.
Carol Leighty seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
M.
Approve One-Time, Year-End Bonuses for Staff
Freda Callahan made a motion to approve one time, year end bonuses for staff.
Carol Leighty seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Jerry Beckwith |
No
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
No
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
No
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
N.
Approve 2018-2019 ExEd CALPADS Contract
Jerry Beckwith made a motion to approve the ExEd CALPADS contract.
Carol Leighty seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
O.
Approve 2018-2019 CharterSafe Membership Proposal
Jerry Beckwith made a motion to Approve the 2018-2019 CharterSafe Membership Proposal.
Freda Callahan seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
P.
By-Laws and Charter Document Review
Q.
Approve Operation Agreement with SDUSD
Jerry Beckwith made a motion to approve the operation agreement with SDUSD.
Ginger Van Zant seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
III. Closing Items
A.
Adjourn Meeting
Ginger Van Zant made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Freda Callahan seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| Ginger Van Zant |
Aye
|
| Carol Leighty |
Aye
|
| Freda Callahan |
Aye
|
| Scott Hasson |
Aye
|
| Jerry Beckwith |
Aye
|
| Jill Soule |
Aye
|
| Tom Keliinoi |
Aye
|
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jill Soule