TEACH Public Schools
Minutes
TEACH Public Schools Regular Board Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday August 24, 2022 at 5:00 PM
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.
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Directors Present
A. Dragon (remote), C. Sandoval (remote), J. Lewis (remote), J. Lobdell (remote)
Directors Absent
S. Burrows
Ex Officio Members Present
R. Carranza
Non Voting Members Present
R. Carranza
Guests Present
B. Bulgeron (remote), E. Robles, L. Ramirez, Luis, M. Brown, Matt
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Public Comment
II. Consent Items
A.
Consent Items: Approve the Current Agenda and Minutes From the July 27, 2022 Meeting
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
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| J. Lewis |
Aye
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| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Lewis |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
B.
Resolution to Hold Virtual Board Meetings
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| J. Lewis |
Aye
|
C.
Substitute Teacher Services Contract
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Lewis |
Aye
|
D.
Special Education Services
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| J. Lewis |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
III. Items Scheduled for Information and Potential Action
A.
TEACH Public Schools Financial Report
Theresa Thompson went over the June financial statements. The review was for June because the books are still open to capture any addition revenue or expenses for the fiscal year. Board summary snapshots were provided and explained. Board Member Lewis asked about investments and Matthew Brown answered that he was getting advisory opinions as to whether or not funds in a CD would be considered "cash on hand" and he is researching the best CD should TEACH decide to invest. He advised the board that this topic may be on the next board meeting.
B.
Potential Board Candidate
Matthew Brown introduced candidate Sanjay who was not in attendance because he had a school event. Matt discussed Sanjay's background and experience and provided the board with his contact information should they want to contact him directly.
C.
Revised Bell Schedules
Dr. Carranza explained how the bell schedule was being modified to have one lunch and thus allowing the school day to end earlier. The revised bell schedule meets the required minutes for instruction. Board Member Sandoval asked about parent input on the decision and Dr. Carranza replied that he gathered input before making the decision and parents were supportive of the change.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Lewis |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
D.
Crossing Guard Contract
Matthew Brown presented this agenda item and explained the history of vendors and the reason for the change. He explained to the board that this company completes the required background check of its employees. A representative from the company, Tashaka, provided more details about his company and services and answered questions from the board about employing community members.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| J. Lewis |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
E.
Contract for Daily Student Transportation
Matthew Brown presented this agenda item and explained to the board that this was a vendor the school was currently working with and this contract allowed for expanded services.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Lewis |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
F.
Revisions to Parking & Shade Canopy Project 10045 Campus
Matthew Brown explained that this revision was due to increased costs since the inception of the project. Board member Lewis asked that staff present updates on bond projects at least once per year.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| J. Lewis |
Aye
|
G.
Updated Independent Study Policy
Enrique Robles presented the changes to the existing Independent study policy and discussed with the board the steep decline of students enrolled in independent study from last year.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| J. Lobdell |
Aye
|
| C. Sandoval |
Aye
|
| J. Lewis |
Aye
|
| S. Burrows |
Absent
|
| A. Dragon |
Aye
|
H.
CMO Evaluation by TEACH Las Vegas
Beth Bulgeron reviewed the results of the Las Vegas survey evaluating the CMO services. She provided graphs of responses that reviewed services ranging from grant writing to human resources and technology. The board asked about the status of TEACH Las Vegas and Beth and Matt replied that they were off to a strong start to their second school year.
I.
Amended CMO Contract
Matthew Brown explained that the CMO was updating the contract with the schools due to the fact that the CMO has expanded and services have been expanded and updated. He explained that this contract was being updated to include evaluation tools and will be presented at the next meeting.
J.
CEO Report
Dr. Carranza gave the CEO report and highlighted the work of each of the Directors and the organization as a whole which illustrated how the organization has developed in the past year. Board member Lewis asked about his obligations serving as both the CEO and the Principal and asked about the process for hiring a new High School Principal. Dr. Carranza explained that Dr. McGregor was heading up that process and Mr. Brown added details about strategies planned for recruiting high quality candidates.
K.
Executive Session
Executive Session was cancelled by Board Chair Lewis.
IV. Closing Items
A.
Upcoming Meeting Date
The next Regular Board meeting will be held on September 28, 2022
B.
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
C.
Board Member Comments
Board members made comments about the strong start to the new school year. Chair Lewis announced to the board that he is leaving California and thus resigning from his position on the board. He thanked the staff and expressed his gratitude for being able to serve on the board.
There was no public comment.