There was no public comment.

Matt Brown opened up the meeting by providing a summary of important items before the board. 

Sione Thompson introduced the new Principals- Josh DeWeed for the Middle School and James Cordero at the high school.  Both men introduced themselves and talked briefly about their priorities and vision for the upcoming year. 

Chair Sandoval introduced board candidate Dr. Cindy Guardado and then Cindy introduced herself to the board and discussed her qualifications and desire to serve on the TEACH board. 

There was no monthly financial report due to closing out the fiscal year. 

Matt Brown presented the School Oversight Reports and explained how the rubric has changed to not allow Governance, Finance and Organization to earn top scores when academic performance is low.  He provided context and history related to the reports and the oversight process and relayed that LAUSD congratulated us on our performance in Governance, Finance and Organizational compliance. 

Matt Brown described the process for renewal of TEACH elementary and described the various scenarios that could happen since the school's data has improved and will likely move them from low performing to middle performing tier.  He explained that the strategy is to apply in October to preserve the right of appeal and that the data will be out between the time we apply and the date LAUSD votes on the petition.  He expressed optimism about the school's significant improvement.  

Board Member Maye asked for clarification on the process in light of a school that has recently gone up for renewal and was bounced from LAUSD to LACOE several times.  Matt explained that the process is new, not very clear and could be drawn out.  Matt emphasized that our priority is to make sure families, students and teachers are cared for and supported throughout the process and the outcome. 

Beth reminded the board to fill out the questionnaire required for the renewal application. 

Board Member Lobdell expressed gratitude for the feeling of energy and positivity and was happy to welcome our new and gifted Principals. 

Board Chair Sandoval shared in his sentiment and also shared what she learned from a wellness session she attended with Board Member Maye at conference and asked for updates on wellness to be placed on a future agenda.