The Board conducted an executive session between 5:30 and 6:30, focusing on professional development. Christine Miller compiled valuable information and resources from BoardOnTrack and BoardSource. She aimed to present three distinct texts to offer an initial insight and to formulate preliminary plans for new board member orientation. Additionally, the session aimed to establish ongoing mini-PD (professional development) sessions to further enhance the capabilities of our trustees.

During the meeting, Christine Miller provided an update on the Monthly Report, specifically highlighting the figures concerning the registration of current students.

Christine Miller has reviewed the email attachment containing the resignation notices

Furthermore, she provided an explanation of the recent updates regarding the Exit interviews.

Ther academic excellence did not meet this month.

Leighton has conducted a review of the Finance Report and shared the following updates:

• The Annual Independent Audit is currently in progress and is on track.

Christine presented the advertising package for approval.

There are two packages, the board discusses the two options.
The Board approves package A

Christine presented three distinct Social Worker contracts for consideration.

It's important to note that this expense aligns with the approval within our PCCD grant. As part of her recommendation, Christine suggests moving forward with Phoenix Social Work.

Once Elana Nashelsky joined the meeting, the Board made a proposal to include the price per hour on the contract.

Christine provided an overview of three contracts for Related Special Education Services. These services are essential for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and are mandatory in nature. The contracts are as follows:

Vida Vary Audiology
Vida Vary OT PT
Vida Vary Speech DHH
For these services to be offered to our students, the Board's approval is required.

Joselyn Lewis presents the last updates about the Board Recruitment

Victor Fonseca explains how this policy may affect Vida families. 
The Board discusses the importance of this policy.

This policy applies to all video surveillance systems and equipment installed within Vida Charter School, including but not limited to buildings, grounds, parking lots, and common areas within the school. The Board discusses this policy. 

During the meeting, the Board engaged in a discussion regarding the recent updates to the Leadership Benefits Policy. This policy is designed to foster a sense of mutual understanding, support, and loyalty between the school's Administrative Leadership and the Board of the Charter School. The primary objective of this policy is to promote a harmonious relationship and collaboration between these two entities.

The board discusses the need to include an allocation of money for this policy annually. 

Classified Benefits Policy will be revised on the next meeting.