TEACH Public Schools
Minutes
TEACH, Inc. Regular Board Meeting
Date and Time
Tuesday May 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Location
Board Meeting Access Locations CA:
Alternate Public Access Locations:
TEACH Elementary
8505 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90047
TEACH Tech Charter High School
10616 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90047
3680 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90010
3740 S Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
1340 W 106th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90044
and via zoom at:
Topic: TEACH, Inc. Regular Board Meeting
Time: May 27, 2025 05:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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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 change 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 American 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 TEACH Public Schools during normal business hours at as far in advance as possible, but no later than 24 hours before the meeting.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information concerning this agenda or for materials relating to this meeting, please contact TEACH Public Schools, 1846 W. Imperial Highway. Los Angeles, CA 90047; phone: 323-872-0808; fax 323-389-4898.
www.teachpublicschools.org
Directors Present
A. Dragon (remote), C. Sandoval (remote), J. Lobdell (remote), M. Maye (remote)
Directors Absent
None
Guests Present
B. Bulgeron (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Public Comment
II. Consent Items
A.
Approve the Current Agenda and Approve the Minutes from the April 29, 2025 Regular Board meeting and the Special Board Meeting from May 6, 2025
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
III. Items for Potential Action
A.
Interim Executive Director Report
Matt Brown gave the ED report. Matt set the framework for several items on the board's agenda and described his vision for consolidating functions under fewer positions to increase efficiency, clarity and accountability.
B.
Consideration and Possible Approval of Executive Director Appointment and Employment Agreement
Matt explained the redundancies in the CEO, COO, CFO, Superintendent, Data position org structure and explained how the functions of the CEO are already assumed by the CFO/COO and that the Superintendent related functions should be absorbed by a new position that will provide clear support for the Principals.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
C.
Consideration of Updated Organizational Chart and Executive Leadership Structure
Mr. Brown explained the update to the organization chart which reflects the consolidation he discussed in his report. He explained the chart to the board and emphasized that it provides needed clarity and accountability by having a clear chain of command.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
D.
Presentation on the Current Financials
Mr. Brown provided the financials and explained that this month's financial report is very similar to last months report and that staff is in the process of closing out the financials for the year.
E.
Review of 2025–26 Draft Budget (Informational Only)
Mr. Brown provided the draft budgets for the board to review at their leisure (documents included in packet). He explained that this was a forecast that will be broken down into the LCAPs and staff is working on finalizing these budgets over the next few weeks to present at the June board meeting for approval. Matt encouraged board members to reach out to him for additional clarification or discussion of the budget.
F.
Consideration and Possible Approval of Strategic Charter Solutions (SCS) Revenue Sharing and Compensation Policy
Mr. Brown explained that the Revenue Sharing and Compensation Policy was designed to provide the non-profit with 25% of earnings and provide the employees working on any particular project 75% of earnings. This is to support the growth of new business and to incentivize taking on additional projects and developing business relationships.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
G.
Consideration and Possible Approval of Updated Fiscal Policy
Mr. Brown presented the updated fiscal policy and explained the policy reflects the updated organization chart.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
H.
Bank Account Signatory Authorization – Director of Business Services & Administration
Mr. Brown explained the need to add an additional Bank Signatory. The board asked about current signers and the policy around the number of signers for different amounts. Matt explained the policy in detail.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
I.
Consider and Approve the Proposed 2025- 2026 Meeting Dates
Beth presented the proposed board meeting dates and explained that most were scheduled on the last Tuesday of each month with the exception of November and December. Meetings will remain at 5 pm.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
J.
Nominate and Elect a New Board Secretary
Board Chair Sandoval introduced the agenda item and encouraged members to volunteer for the position. Member Maye volunteered to serves as secretary.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
K.
Consider and Approve the Updated Bylaws
Beth presented the updated bylaws and explained the updates.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
L.
Consideration and Possible Approval of a Board Recruitment Committee
Beth explained the purpose of an Ad Hoc Committee and the its term.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
M.
Consider and Approve the Following Vendor Contracts: Night Cleaning Services- Irresistible Cleaning Inc.; Crossing Guard Services- Los Angeles Executive Group
Beth presented the contracts and explained the previous business relationship with the vendors.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
N.
Consider and Approval of Form J-13A Submission for Instructional Time Recovery Due to January 2025 Wildfire Closures at All TEACH Schools
Beth introduced the J-13 A form and explained its purpose.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| M. Maye |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
IV. Closing Items
A.
Board or Public Comment
Board Member Lobdell asked about reactions at the schools to the change in leadership. Mr. Brown explained that reaction was minimal and he has been communicating with stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition.
B.
Upcoming Meeting Date: June 10, 2025 at 5 pm
Next meeting date is June 10th
There was no public comment.