TEACH Public Schools
Minutes
TPS Governing Board Regular Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday June 12, 2019 at 6:00 PM
Location
1846 W. Imperial Highway, Los Angeles, CA 90047 Teleconference: (712) 451-0409 Access Code: 800073#
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
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
J. Lobdell, K. Piazza, L. Butler, L. Castillo (remote), S. Burrows, S. Tucker (remote)
Directors Absent
None
Guests Present
E. Robles, M. Brown, M. Cunningham, M. Pimienta, M. Woodley, R. Carranza, S. Lawson
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
L. Butler called a meeting of the board of directors of TEACH Public Schools to order on Wednesday Jun 12, 2019 at 6:00 PM.
B.
Record Attendance and Guests
C.
Public Comment
II. CONSENT ITEMS
A.
Consent Items
J. Lobdell made a motion to approve consent items.1. Approval of the June 12, 2019 Regular Board Meeting Agenda
2. Approval of March 6, 2019 Regular Meeting Minutes
3. Approval of April 30, 2019 Special Meeting Minutes
4. 2019 - 2020 Board Meeting Calendar
5. 2019-2020 Fiscal Policy
6. 2019-2020 Teacher Salary Schedule
7. Employer Contribution rates cap to health, dental, vision, life benefits
8. 403b 2.5% Employer Match
9. 2019-2020 Employee Handbook
10. TEACH 17/18 Taxes Form 990 & 568
11. 2019-2020 CharterSAFE Insurance Contract Renewal
12. CMO Management Service Agreements.
S. Tucker seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| L. Butler |
Aye
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| L. Castillo |
Aye
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| S. Burrows |
Aye
|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
B.
Approval of March 6, 2019 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
C.
Approval of April 30, 2019 Special Board Meeting Minutes
D.
Board Meeting Calendar 2019-2020
E.
2019-2020 Fiscal Policy
F.
2019-2020 Teacher Salary Schedule
G.
Employer Contribution to Health, Dental, Vision, Life Benefits
H.
403B Match
I.
2019-2020 Employee Handbook
J.
TEACH 17/18 Taxes Form 990 & 568
K.
Charter Safe 2019-2020 Contract Renewal
L.
CMO Management Service Agreements
III. ITEMS SCHEDULE FOR INFORMATION & POTENTIAL ACTION
A.
Board On Track Platform Introduction
James Lobdell asks for more training and insight of Board on Track. Board discussed scheduling a board retreat to cover this an other items in the next few months. Mr. Brown will follow up with the board for training and possible board retreat dates.
B.
Financial Report
Theresa Thompson of Charter Impact presented the monthly fiscal report
C.
2019-2020 TEACH Operating Budgets
K. Piazza made a motion to 2019-2020 TEACH Operating Budgets for TEACH Public Schools, TEACH Academy of Technologies, TEACH Tech Charter High School & TEACH Preparatory Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elementary School.
J. Lobdell seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Burrows |
Aye
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| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
| L. Castillo |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| L. Butler |
Aye
|
D.
2019 - 2020 TEACH LCAPs & Federal Addendums
S. Burrows made a motion to 2019-2020 LCAPS & Federal Addendums For:
TEACH Tech Charter High School
TEACH Academy of Technologies
TEACH Preparatory Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elementary School.
K. Piazza seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Burrows |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| L. Castillo |
Aye
|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
| L. Butler |
Aye
|
| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
E.
Executive Compensation
J. Lobdell made a motion to Approve Executive Compensation for CEO/Executive Director, Superintendent & COO/CFO positions.
S. Burrows seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Aye
|
| L. Butler |
Aye
|
| L. Castillo |
Aye
|
F.
2019-2020 Back Office Contract
K. Piazza made a motion to 2019-2020 Back Office Contract of Charter Impact.
J. Lobdell seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
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| S. Burrows |
Aye
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| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
| L. Castillo |
Aye
|
| L. Butler |
Aye
|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
G.
2019-2020 Food Services Management Contract
K. Piazza made a motion to 2019-2020 Food Services Management Contract of Better 4 You Meals.
S. Burrows seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Burrows |
Aye
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| L. Butler |
Aye
|
| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
| L. Castillo |
Aye
|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
H.
CompuGroup Medical Inc Service Agreement
S. Burrows made a motion to CompuGroup Medical Inc Service Agreement.
K. Piazza seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
| L. Butler |
Aye
|
| L. Castillo |
Aye
|
| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Aye
|
I.
TEACH Public Schools Foundation
J. Lobdell made a motion to to approve the resolution authorizing the formation of a supporting organization named TEACH Inc. Foundation.
S. Burrows seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Burrows |
Aye
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| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
| L. Butler |
Aye
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| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
| L. Castillo |
Aye
|
J.
TEACH Academy of Technologies Renewal Letter of Intent & Resolution
K. Piazza made a motion to Approved the TEACH Academy of Technologies Renewal Letter of Intent & Resolution.
S. Burrows seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| L. Castillo |
Aye
|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| L. Butler |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Aye
|
| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
K.
Austin Dragon Board Member Application
J. Lobdell made a motion to approved Austin Dragon Board Membership to the TEACH Public Schools board of directors for a two-year term (July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021).
K. Piazza seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| L. Butler |
Aye
|
| S. Tucker |
Aye
|
| L. Castillo |
Aye
|
| K. Piazza |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Aye
|
IV. Facilities Report
A.
TEACH Prep Facility Update- 8505 S. Western Ave.
Mr. Brown updated the board on the future TEACH Prep site at 8505 S. Western Avenue. The project is schedule to be complete by August 1st, 2019. Alternative plans have been made for TEACH Prep to start the year at 1750 and 10000 S. Western Ave. if the site isn't ready.
Mr. Brown updated the board on the future TEACH Prep site at 8505 S. Western Avenue. The project is schedule to be complete by August 1st, 2019. Alternative plans have been made for TEACH Prep to start the year at 1750 and 10000 S. Western Ave. if the site isn't ready.
V. School Site Reports
A.
TEACH Academy of Technologies
Dr. Carranza updated the board on the school site leadership transition and the renewal application. The board voiced its thanks for Dr. Carranza's leadership taking on additional duties as interim principal of TEACH Academy of Technologies while a suitable replacement is found for Mr. Perez.
Dr. Carranza updated the board on the school site leadership transition and the renewal application. The board voiced its thanks for Dr. Carranza's leadership taking on additional duties as interim principal of TEACH Academy of Technologies while a suitable replacement is found for Mr. Perez.
B.
TEACH Tech Charter High School
Dr. Monique Woodley was introduced as the incoming Principal of TEACH Tech Charter High School. She will take over the roll officially on July 1, 2019.
C.
TEACH Preparatory Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elementary School
Mr. Brown updated the board on the current enrollment numbers for TEACH Prep. Current enrollment was around 125 students. TEACH Prep will hold off hiring its 6th teacher until additional enrollments came in to support the hire.
VI. Closed Session
A.
Executive Director Evaluation
Board completed Executive Director/CEO evaluation.
B.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION (Gov.Code section 54956.9(d)(1).)
Board discussed pending litigation with legal counsel.
VII. Closing Items
A.
Upcoming Meetings
Next regular board meeting is schedule for July 24, 2019.
B.
Form 700
C.
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
D.
Adjourn Meeting
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 7:42 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
L. Butler