TEACH Public Schools

Minutes

TEACH Public School Regular Board Meeting

Date and Time

Tuesday September 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Location

TEACH Elementary 

8505 S Western Ave 

Los Angeles, CA 90047

 

TEACH Academy of Technologies

1000 S Western Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90047

10045 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 900100047

 

TEACH Tech Charter High School

10616 S Western Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90047

 

Location

Locations:

TEACH Elementary 

8505 S Western Ave 

Los Angeles, CA 90047

 

TEACH Academy of Technologies

1000 S Western Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90047

10045 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 900100047

 

TEACH Tech Charter High School

10616 S Western Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90047

 

2079 Saturn Ave.

Huntington Park, Ca 90255

 

1513 E 103rd st Los Angeles CA 90002

 

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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.
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Directors Present

C. Sandoval, J. Lobdell, M. Maye

Directors Absent

A. Dragon

Guests Present

B. Bulgeron

I. Opening Items

A.

Record Attendance

B.

Call the Meeting to Order

C. Sandoval called a meeting of the board of directors of TEACH Public Schools to order on Tuesday Sep 29, 2026 at 5:02 PM.

C.

Public Comment

There was no public comment.

II. Consent Items

A.

Approve the Current Agenda and Approve the Minutes from the July 28, 2026 Meeting

J. Lobdell made a motion to approve the minutes from the September 28, 2026 Meeting Teach Regular Board Meeting on 07-28-26.
M. Maye seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
A. Dragon
Absent
C. Sandoval
Aye
M. Maye
Aye
J. Lobdell
Aye

III. Items for Potential Action

A.

Executive Director Framing the Meeting & Update on TEACH Tech Renewal

Mr. Brown framed the meeting by giving the board an overview of the agenda items, especially the items related to the financials. He also gave an update that the High School petition was submitted and he anticipates feedback in the coming week.

B.

Vote to Renew Board Member Lobdell for a New Term

M. Maye made a motion to Approve James Lobdell for a new term.
C. Sandoval seconded the motion.

Marc Maye nominated Board Member Lobdell fora new term and Board Chair enthusiastically endorsed it. Lobdell stated he was happy to continue serving

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
J. Lobdell
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye
M. Maye
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent

C.

CEO Professional Goals for 2026-2027

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the CEO Professional Goals for 2026-2027.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Matt Brown started by updating the board on the progress of his 25-26 goals.  This year's goals naturally flow from the achievement of those goals and include renewal, building strategic partnerships and fiscal stewardship of the organization. Attachment describes OKRs and milestones in detail.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
C. Sandoval
Aye
M. Maye
Aye
J. Lobdell
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent

D.

Fiscal Report - TEACH Inc. Unaudited Actual Reports As of June 30, 2026

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Unaudited Actual Reports As of June 30, 2026.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Richard McNeel presented the unaudited actuals which represent close of last fiscal year after all of the invoices have come in. Matt explained that these financials have not yet gone though the audit process so the board will see the final audited version in December or thereabouts. Rich presented all of key indicators for each of the sites in detail. Full presentation materials are attached. 

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
A. Dragon
Absent
J. Lobdell
Aye
M. Maye
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye

E.

FY 2025–26 Education Protection Account (EPA) Expenditures – All School Sites

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Education Protection Account Expenditures for all TEACH Public Schools.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Richard McNeel preseneted the EPAs and explained that the grants in the EPA are reflected in the budget and approved both in advance and again after close. He explained the middle school had the largest funding due to when the opened- the amount was reduced for schools that opened later. 

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
J. Lobdell
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent
M. Maye
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye

F.

Proposition 28 – FY 2025–26 Annual Reports for All School Sites

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Proposition 28 Annual Reports for 2025-2026.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Richard McNeel presented this report showing where funds were spent from the Prop 28 source. Supporting materials are attached.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
C. Sandoval
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent
J. Lobdell
Aye
M. Maye
Aye

G.

Fiscal Report August 2026 Close

Richard McNeed presented the financials for August for each school.  He explained how the low enrollment has impacted each of the sites and how position cuts and lower expenditures were made to reflect the lower enrollment. All sites have healthy cash on hand. He also presented the CMO finances. The CMO is expected to end the year with a modest surplus.

H.

Revised 2026-2027 TEACH Budgets

J. Lobdell made a motion to Table the TEACH Budgets for the October Board Meeting.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

The budgets are in the process of being revised to reflect actual ADA instead of projected. This will provide the board with a more gounded and accurate financial report each month. The budgets are in progress, not ready for this meeting, but will be on the October agenda.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
A. Dragon
Absent
M. Maye
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye
J. Lobdell
Aye

I.

Updated CMO Agreements

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Updated CMO Agreement.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Matt Brown presented this item and explained that the CMO was lowering its fee by 1% due to the lower enrollment at each of the school sites.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
M. Maye
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent
J. Lobdell
Aye

J.

TEACH Fiscal Policy Revision

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Fiscal Policy Revisions.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Matt Brown presented this item and explained that the financial workflow has been streamlined and duties redistributed. He also described tools that would give the schools more efficient systems for purchasing and the approval process. Board Member Maye asked about the transition to these new systems and Matt explained that the redistribution has been smooth because it has allowed us to identify friction points and avoid refilling the business manager position.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
M. Maye
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent
C. Sandoval
Aye
J. Lobdell
Aye

K.

Banking Resolution

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Banking Resolution.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Mr. Brown explained the change in bank signers that was required in the new fiscal policy.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
A. Dragon
Absent
M. Maye
Aye
J. Lobdell
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye

L.

Report on Inputs Impacting Academic Performance: Reducing Chronic Absenteeism, Improving Learning Outcomes for English Language Learners and Professional Development Focus for the 26-27 SY.

Sione Thompson and Julian Filidore presented the report describing the student data and programs related to reducing chronic absenteeism and improving learning outcomes for English Language Learners as well as an overview of professional development focus for the school year. The attached materials provide in-depth data on student achievement and absenteeism rates over time and compared to the the district. Mr. Filidore described his position and the impact he has already had on supporting EL at each of the schools.

M.

Consideration of LAIRP Year One Partnership Agreement for Attendance Improvement Services

M. Maye made a motion to Approve the One Year Partnership for Attendance Improvement Services with LAIRP.
J. Lobdell seconded the motion.

Mr. Thompson described the proposal from LAIRP and emphasized the approach they use is consistent with the culture and mission at TEACH, addressing the question from  Board Member Maye about gave this vendor the edge over other potential partners. Mr. Thompson described some of their results with other organizations. Board Member Maye asked when the work would start and Thompson explained it would begin right away.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
A. Dragon
Absent
M. Maye
Aye
J. Lobdell
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye

N.

Consider and Approve the English Learner Master Plan

M. Maye made a motion to Table the vote for the EL Plan.
J. Lobdell seconded the motion.

Julian Filidore explained that the EL Master plan was ready for approval, but a new law was approved yesterday that changes the requirements for the plan.  Staff will wait for the new guidance which is expected in the coming week, then will revise the plan and have it ready for the October meeting.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
M. Maye
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye
J. Lobdell
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent

O.

Consider and Approve the Updates to the Student and Parent Handbook and the Comprehensive Safety Plan for TEACH Prep Elementary

M. Maye made a motion to Approve the Updates to the Student and Parent Handbook and Comprehensive Safety Plan for TEACH Prep Elementary School.
J. Lobdell seconded the motion.

Beth presented these two items and described the minor edits and updates that were prompted by LACOE. 

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
J. Lobdell
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent
M. Maye
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye

P.

Updated Independent Study Policy for the 2026-2027 School Year and the High School Course Catalog for Independent Study

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Independent Study Policy for the 26-27 SY.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Beth presented the IS policy and asked the board to omit the course catalog from the motion.  Staff is seeking additional guidance on requirements for the approved courses and record keeping. 

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
M. Maye
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent
J. Lobdell
Aye

Q.

Consider and Approve the Updated Employee Handbook

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Updated Employee Handbook.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Dr. Pimienta presented the handbook which included a new policy on classroom display and non-material edits and corrections.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
J. Lobdell
Aye
M. Maye
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent
C. Sandoval
Aye

R.

Consider and Approved Updates to TEACH Prep's Daily Schedule

J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Updates to TEACH Prep's Daily Schedule.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Beth presented the update that included moving the fourth grade lunch and snack to the be at the same time as the 5th grade. No impact to minutes.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
J. Lobdell
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent
C. Sandoval
Aye
M. Maye
Aye
J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve the Updates to TEACH Prep's Daily Schedule.
M. Maye seconded the motion.

Beth presented the update that included moving the fourth grade lunch and snack to the be at the same time as the 5th grade. No impact to minutes.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
J. Lobdell
Aye
C. Sandoval
Aye
M. Maye
Aye
A. Dragon
Absent

IV. Closing Items

A.

Board or Public Comment

No Board or Public Comments but Beth announced that financial training for the board was forthcoming.

B.

The Next Regular Board Meeting will be held on October 27th at 5 pm

C.

Adjourn Meeting

There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 6:16 PM.

Respectfully Submitted,
C. Sandoval
Documents used during the meeting
  • 2026_07_28_board_meeting_minutes.pdf
  • ED Annual Goals .pdf
  • TEACH-FY25-26 Financials- as of 06.30.26- Unaudited Actuals.pdf
  • FY26-EPA Actuals_TTHS.pdf
  • FY26-EPA Actuals_TES.pdf
  • FY26-EPA Actuals_TAT.pdf
  • AnnualReport- FY25-26- TAT.pdf
  • AnnualReport- FY25-26- TPES.pdf
  • AnnualReport - FY25-26- TTHS.pdf
  • TEACH FY26-27- Financials as of 08.31.26 Close-v2.pdf
  • TEACH_Academy_CMO_Agreement_UPDATED.docx
  • TEACH_Tech_CMO_Agreement_UPDATED.docx
  • TEACH_Fiscal_Policy_FY2026-27.docx
  • TEACH_Board_Resolution_Bank_Account_Signers_1.docx
  • TEACH_Board_Update_EL_Chronic_Absenteeism_2026-27.pptx
  • TEACH EL Master PlanFinal.docx.pdf
  • TEACH_Prep_Comprehensive_Safety_Plan_2026_with_Maps (1).pdf
  • 2026_Student_and_Parent_Handbook_TEACH_Preparatory_Mildred_S._Cunningham_&_Edith_H._Morris_ES_20260929.pdf
  • Inde study policy 2026-2027.pdf
  • 2026_Employee_Handbook_TEACH_Academy_of_Technologies_20260901.pdf
  • 2026_Employee_Handbook_TEACH_Tech_Charter_High_School_20260901 copy.pdf
  • 2026_Employee_Handbook_TEACH_Preparatory_Mildred_S._Cunningham_&_Edith_H._Morris_ES_20260901.pdf
  • 2026-27 TEACH Instructional Calendar & Bell Schedules - TPES Revised v3.0 09282026.pdf