Final

REACH — River's Edge Academy Charter School

Board Retreat - Work Session

Published on June 11, 2026 at 11:58 AM PDT
Amended on June 11, 2026 at 12:03 PM PDT

Date and Time

Friday June 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM PDT

Location

The Hivve - Coworking & Venue, 164 SE G St, Grants Pass, OR 97526
 

 


 

River’s Edge Academy Charter School Board meetings are conducted online using Zoom.

Members of the public are welcome to attend and observe the meeting remotely.

This meeting is a board training/retreat. No public comment period will be provided.

Please click the following link to access the online meeting or follow the directions to connect by phone.

 

Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9418415905?pwd=d1ZNcS9qN2JacFRRNVpOOGU1cEltQT09

 

Meeting ID: 898 4540 7675
Passcode: 312304

Agenda

Section Number Topic Number Details Purpose
I. Opening Items
  A. Call the Meeting to Order  
  B. Welcome, Retreat Objectives, and Desired Outcomes  
   

Desired Outcome:
Board members understand the purpose of the retreat, key discussion topics, and desired outcomes.
  C. Review of REACH 2026–2030 Strategic Plan Discuss
   

Desired Outcome:
Board members review strategic priorities for the 2026–2030 planning period and identify key areas of focus for the upcoming charter term.

Topics

  • Enrollment and sustainability goals
  • Academic and program priorities
  • Organizational capacity
  • Governance priorities
  • Long-term vision
  D. Organizational Sustainability and Leadership Structure Discuss
   

Desired Outcome:
Board members develop a shared understanding of leadership structure, governance responsibilities, succession planning, and organizational sustainability priorities.

Topics

  • Governance versus operations
  • Executive Director authority and accountability
  • Board oversight responsibilities
  • Chain of command and organizational clarity
  • Leadership continuity and succession planning
  • Risk management and contingency planning
  • Transferable systems and institutional knowledge
  E. Executive Director Evaluation Framework Discuss
   

Desired Outcome:
Board members review proposed Executive Director performance expectations, evaluation criteria, and accountability measures for the 2026–2027 transition year.

Topics

  • Leadership expectations
  • Mid-year and annual evaluation process
  • Strategic plan alignment
  • Organizational performance indicators
  • Board support and accountability
  F. Board Governance and Development Discuss
   

Desired Outcome:
Board members identify governance priorities and opportunities for strengthening Board effectiveness during the new charter term.

Topics

  • Governance best practices
  • Board responsibilities
  • Strategic oversight
  • Board development priorities
  • Committee structure and effectiveness
  G. Summary, Reflections, and Next Steps Discuss
   

Desired Outcome:
Board members identify key takeaways and determine topics that may require future Board consideration.

Note: No action will be taken during the retreat. Any future actions will occur at a properly noticed public Board meeting.
II. Closing Items
  A. Set 26-27 Board Meeting Calendar FYI
  B. Adjourn Meeting FYI

River’s Edge Academy Charter School is a public charter school sponsored by the Rogue River School District.

Board meetings are conducted in accordance with Oregon Public Meetings Law (ORS 192.610–192.705). 

 

Official board agendas, minutes, and supporting materials are available on the school website or upon request.

 

Individuals requiring accommodations or interpretation services to participate in a meeting should contact the school office in advance.