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Arizona Charter Schools Association Update - Presentation on the Center for Student Achievement and its Impact in Arizona Schools - Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO
Arizona Alternative Education Consortium – Presentation on Funding Alternative Education in Arizona – Dr. Johnson Bia
A for Arizona - Presentation on its Legislative Agenda – Becky Hill, Senior Policy Director
Superintendent’s Report – Update on current events and/or activities of the Department of Education.
Executive Director’s Report – Introduction to the agenda items and discussion and possible action:
Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions: Bradley Academy of Excellence, Inc., Founding Fathers Academies, Inc., Global Renaissance Academy of Distinguished Education, Graysmark Schools Corporation, Hillcrest Academy, Inc., StarShine Academy, StrengthBuilding Partners
Update on School Improvement Plan Reviews
Consent Agenda – All items on this agenda will be considered by a single motion with no discussion, unless requested otherwise by a board member.
Archway Classical Academy Cicero – change in mission
Arete Preparatory Academy – change in mission
Cicero Preparatory Academy – change in mission and increase enrollment cap
Paragon Management, Inc. – change in mission
Discussion and possible action regarding John Doe, et al. vs. Heritage Academy, Inc. et al. (CV16-03001-PHX-SPL). Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3) and (4), the Board may vote to convene in executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion or consultation for legal advice with the Board’s attorneys concerning this item or for discussion or consultation with the Board’s attorneys in order to consider its position and instruct its attorneys regarding the Board’s position in pending or contemplated litigation or in settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation concerning this item.
Charter Amendment - Discussion and possible action on the amendment requests submitted by Canyon Rose Academy, Inc.: New School and Enrollment Cap Increase Amendment Requests.
Final Rulemaking – Discussion and possible action on the Board’s Notice of Final Rulemaking.
Compliance Matters – The Board will receive information to determine whether evidence exists that the following charter holders continue to breach one or more provisions of their charter contract and state law regarding failure to timely submit the fiscal year ending June 30, 2016 annual financial audit in accordance with A.R.S. § 15-183(E)(6).
Approval of Minutes - Consideration to approve meeting minutes for:
Executive Director Search Subcommittee - December 8, 2016
Executive Director Search Subcommittee - December 8, 2016 Executive Session
Regular Session - December 12, 2016 Executive Session
Summary of Current Events, Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas – The executive director, presiding officer or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02(K) and may discuss future meeting dates and direct staff to place matters on a future agenda. The Board will not discuss or take action on any current event summary.
Regular Session - December 12, 2016
NOTICE AND AGENDA- *REVISED
D. Call to the Public – This is the time for the public to comment. Members of the Board may not discuss items that are not specifically identified on the agenda. Therefore, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.01(H), action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to directing staff to study the matter, responding to any criticism, or scheduling the matter for further consideration and decision at a later date.
E. Arizona Charter Schools Association Update on Charters Changing Lives and its 2017 Legislative Agenda – Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO
F. Arizona Alternative Education Consortium – Presentation on Advocating, Educating, & Collaborating Benefits Alternative Education Students – Binky Michele Jones and Dr. Amy Schlessman
G. Superintendent’s Report – Update on current events and/or activities of the Department of Education.
H. *Executive Director’s Report – Introduction to the agenda items and discussion and possible action:
Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions: Bradley Academy of Excellence, Inc., Flagstaff Montessori, L.L.C., Florence Crittenton Youth Services of Arizona, Inc., Founding Fathers Academies, Inc., Global Renaissance Academy of Distinguished Education, Graysmark Schools Corporation, Hillcrest Academy, Inc., PS Charter Schools, Inc., StarShine Academy, StrengthBuilding StrengthBuilding Partners
*Update on Rulemaking
*Board’s 2017 Legislative Agenda
*2018-2019 New Charter Application Subcommittee
I. *Executive Director Position – Discussion and possible action on the selection of the new Executive Director. Part 1 Part 2
Pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(1), the Board may vote to go into Executive Session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion or consideration of employment and personnel matters for this agenda item.
a. Cicero Preparatory Academy – Increasing Enrollment Cap
b. Colegio Petite Phoenix – Instructional Days
K. Compliance Matters – Discussion and possible action.
1. The Board will receive information to determine whether evidence exists that Shonto Governing Board of Education, Inc. is in noncompliance with state law and its charter contract for its failure to establish and maintain proper internal controls for the self-insurance fund and self-insurance fund bank account in the manner prescribed by the Uniform System of Financial Records for Arizona Charter Schools.
L. Audit Status Update – Discussion and possible action on the status of the fiscal year 2016 audit reporting packages for the following charter holders:
Career Development, Incorporated
M. New Charter School Application — Discussion and possible action on the application package and request for a charter for Synergy Public School, an applicant whose application package met the Board’s scoring criteria. Interview Recording
N. *New Charter School Applications — Discussion and possible action on the application package and request for a charter for Victory Collegiate Academy Corporation, an applicant whose application package does not meet the Board’s scoring criteria but who requested that their application package be forwarded to the Board for consideration. Interview Recording
O. *Founding Fathers Academies, Inc. – Discussion and possible action on the reconsideration of the Board’s decision to stay its revocation action until December 23, 2016.
P. Summary of Current Events, Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas – The executive director, presiding officer or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02(K) and may discuss future meeting dates and direct staff to place matters on a future agenda. The Board will not discuss or take action on any current event summary.
Consideration to approve Subcommittee meeting minutes for executive session on November 18, 2016 and December 6, 2016.
Discussion and action on next steps in the Executive Director selection process.
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3), the Subcommittee may vote to go into Executive Session, which will not be open to the public, for legal advice concerning this item.
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(1), the Subcommittee may vote to go into Executive Session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion and consideration of employment matters for this item.
Executive Director Search Subcommittee - December 6, 2016
3636 North Central Ave, Suite 590
Discussion and consideration relating to the interview and selection of the final candidates for recommendation to the Arizona State Board for Charter Schools for the position of Executive Director. The names of the candidates are available from the Agency 24 hours in advance of the meeting.
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(1), the Subcommittee is meeting in Executive Session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion and consideration of employment matters.
Regular Session - November 21, 2016
Arizona Charter Schools Association Update on the 2016 Charter Award winners – Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO
*Video Presentation – Governor Doug Ducey’s recent visit to Arizona Autism Charter School, Upper School Campus
Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions: Founding Fathers Academies, Inc.; Hillcrest Academy, Inc.
State of Latino Arizona – Dr. Anabel Aportela, Director of Research, Arizona School Boards Association
Leman Academy of Excellence, Inc. - Adding a New School
Phoenix Collegiate Academy Elementary, LLC - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
Phoenix Collegiate Academy High, LLC - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy, Inc. – Increasing Enrollment Cap
TheBoard will receive information to determine whether evidence exists that the Charter Holders listed below are in breach of one or more provisions of their charter contract, federal, state, or local laws regarding their failure to meet the timeframes established for the timely submission of the annual financial audit in accordance with A.R.S. §15-183(E)(6).
Camelback Education, Inc.
PS Charter Schools, Inc.
The Board will receive information to determine whether evidence exists that Life Skills Center of Arizona, Inc. is in breach of one or more provisions of its January 2015 settlement agreement, federal, state, or local laws regarding its failure to timely submit the fiscal year ending June 30, 2016 annual financial audit in accordance with A.R.S. §15-183(E)(6).
​*Discussion and possible action regarding complaints forwarded to members of the Board regarding Academy of Excellence. Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3), the Board may vote to convene in executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion or consultation for legal advice with the Board’s attorneys concerning this item.
Executive Director Search Subcommittee - November 18, 2016
Discussion and review of interview questions for consideration of position of Executive Director - Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(1), the Subcommittee may vote to convene in executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion and consideration of employment matters for this item.
Discussion and review of resumes and identification of candidates to be interviewed - Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(1), the Subcommittee may vote to convene in executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion and consideration of employment matters for this item.
Discussion and action on next steps in the selection process - Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(1), the Subcommittee may vote to convene in executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion and consideration of employment matters for this item.
Special Session - October 18, 2016
Discussion and possible action regarding the decision of the Arizona Court of Appeals to affirm the Board’s revocation decision and Order Dissolving Stay in Founding Fathers Academies, Inc. v. Arizona State Board for Charter Schools (1 CA-CV 15-0664)- Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3) and (4), the Board may vote to convene in executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion or consultation for legal advice with the Board’s attorneys concerning this item or for discussion or consultation with the Board’s attorneys in order to consider its position and instruct its attorneys regarding the Board’s position in pending or contemplated litigation.
Regular Session - October 11, 2016
Call to the Public -This is the time for the public to comment. Members of the Board may not discuss items that are not specifically identified on the agenda. Therefore, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.01(H), action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to directing staff to study the matter, responding to any criticism, or scheduling the matter for further consideration and decision at a later date.
Arizona Charter Schools Association Update on AzMERIT results – Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO
Arizona Alternative Education Consortium Update on its updated mission and position on menu of assessments – Binky Michele Jones, President
Presentation by A for Arizona on its Fall Report – Emily Anne Gullickson, Senior Program Director
Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions :Founding Fathers Academies, Inc.; Hillcrest Academy, Inc.
Archway Classical Academy Cicero - Adding Grade Levels
Archway Classical Academy Lincoln - Adding Grade Levels
PS Charter Schools, Inc. - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
Discussion and possible action regarding John Doe, et al. vs. Heritage Academy, Inc. et al. (CV16-03001-PHX-SPL) Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3) and (4), the Board may vote to convene in executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion or consultation for legal advice with the Board’s attorneys concerning this item or for discussion or consultation with the Board’s attorneys in order to consider its position and instruct its attorneys regarding the Board’s position in pending or contemplated litigation or in settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation concerning this item.
Charter Replication – Discussion and possible action on the replication application packages for BASIS Schools, Inc. (6361) to replicate as:
BASIS Tucson South Primary
Regular Session - September 12, 2016
Arizona Charter Schools Association Update on its open house, advocacy, and Charters Changing Lives - Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO
Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions:Founding Fathers Academies, Inc.
Career Development, Incorporated - Charter Mission
Colegio Petite Phoenix - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
Create Academy - USFRCS Exception
The Grande Innovation Academy - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
Consideration to approve the voluntary surrender agreement for the Camp Verde Unified School District
Presentation by A for Arizona ‘A’ School Leader Dr. Gregory McFann, Sonoran Schools’ Chief Academic Officer, about Sonoran Science Academy - Broadway and Sonoran Science Academy - Peoria
Charter Amendment and Notification - Discussion and possible action on the charter amendment and notification requests submitted by the following charter holders:
Eastpointe High School, Inc. - Enrollment Cap Increase
Pinnacle Education - WMCB, Inc. - Arizona Online Instruction Program of Instruction
Replication Applications - Discussion and possible action on the replication application packages for AIBT Non-Profit Charter High School, Inc. (79053) to replicate as:
AIBT Non-Profit Charter High School, Inc. for the operation of RCB College Preparatory Academy NE
AIBT Non-Profit Charter High School, Inc. for the operation of RCB College Preparatory Academy North
Discussion and possible action regarding termination of ongoing heightened monitoring of the following charter holders that demonstrated limited systems in FY 2015:
Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh Charter School, Inc. (78966)
Compliance Matters - The Board will receive information to determine whether evidence exists that Hillcrest Academy, Inc. is in noncompliance with its charter contract for failure to provide educational services to students, its receipt and failure to return State funds to which it was not entitled, and its failure to retain student records as prescribed by the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records Division of the Arizona State Secretary of State’s office.
Proposed Revisions to Amendment Requests - Discussion and possible action regarding substantive changes to amendment requests
Proposed Revisions to the Renewal Application – Discussion and possible action regarding substantive and technical revisions to the Renewal Application
Regular Session - August 8, 2016
NOTICE AND AGENDA - REVISED**
E. Arizona Charter Schools Association – Presentation on the results of the 2016 Candidate Survey and information about the upcoming Advocacy Tour by Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO
F. Arizona Alternative Education Consortium – Presentation on active advocacy on ESSA proposed regulations and Arizona’s achievement profiles by Dr. Amy Schlessman
H. Executive Director’s Report – Introduction to the agenda items and discussion and possible action:
1. Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions: Founding Fathers Academies, Inc.
2. Update on FY 2018 Budget Request, 5-Year Strategic Plan and Master List submission
3. Update on FY 2017 pilot of the Academic Systems Review
I. Consent Agenda – All items on this agenda will be considered by a single motion with no discussion, unless requested otherwise by a board member.
1. Consideration to approve the request for charter renewal and grant a renewal contract to Veritas Preparatory Academy.
2. Consideration to approve charter holder amendment requests for the following:
a. Athlos Traditional Academy - Change in entity name
b. Eastpointe High School, Inc. – Program of Instruction
c. GAR, LLC. – Program of Instruction
d. Legacy Traditional School - Glendale - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
e. Legacy Traditional School - North Chandler - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
f. Legacy Traditional School - Peoria - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
g. Pensar Academy - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
h. Phoenix Advantage Charter School, Inc. – Instructional Days
i. StrengthBuilding Partners – Instructional Days
3. Consideration to approve the voluntary surrender agreements for the following:
a. Ahwatukee Foothills Prep, Inc.
b. El Pueblo Integral – Teaching and Learning Collaborative (Entity ID 87440)
c. El Pueblo Integral – Teaching and Learning Collaborative (Entity ID 91959)
d. Ombudsman Educational Services, Ltd., a subsidiary of Educational Services of America (90326)
e. Tempe Preparatory Junior Academy
J. Charter Renewal – Discussion and possible action on the renewal application package for Blueprint Education, Inc.
K. *Replication Application – Discussion and possible action on the replication application package for Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center, Inc. (85816)
L. Proposed Revisions – Discussion and possible action regarding revisions to the academic eligibility for expansion requests in FY 2017.
M. Revisions to Amendment and Notification Requests – Discussion and possible action on the proposed changes to the following Amendment and Notification Requests:
1. Adding Grade Levels to Charter Amendment Request
2. Enrollment Cap Notification Request
3. New School Site Notification Request
N. School Improvement Plan Review – Discussion and possible action on the proposed criteria and process for conducting an administrative completeness review for School Improvement Plans.
O. Annual Audit Trends – Presentation, discussion and possible action including an overview of the Board’s processes for reviewing the annual audit reporting packages and the performance of the Board’s portfolio of charter holders focusing on operational performance identified through the annual audit reporting packages.
P. Discussion and possible action regarding Legacy Education Group et al. vs. Arizona State Board for Charter Schools (CV2016-051845). Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3) and (A)(4), the Board may vote to go into executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion or consultation for legal advice with the Board’s attorneys concerning this item or for discussion or consultation with the Board’s attorneys in order to consider its position and instruct its attorneys regarding the Board’s position in pending or contemplated litigation or in settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation concerning this item.
Q. Summary of Current Events, Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas – The executive director, presiding officer or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02(K) and may discuss future meeting dates and direct staff to place matters on a future agenda. The Board will not discuss or take action on any current event summary.
Regular Session - June 13, 2016
E. Arizona Charter Schools Association Update on Association Advocacy and Legislative Wrap-Up – Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO
F. Arizona Alternative Education Consortium Update on Arizona’s National Ranking and ESSA Graduation Rate Expectation – Dr. Amy Schlessman
G. Presentation by A for Arizona ‘A’ School Leaders about South Ridge High School – Melissa Rivers, School Leader
H. Superintendent’s Report – Update on current events and/or activities of the Department of Education.
I. Executive Director’s Report – Introduction to the agenda items—Discussion and possible action:
Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions: Bradley Academy of Excellence, Inc.; Founding Fathers Academies, Inc.; El Centro for the Study of Primary and Secondary Education; Luz Academy of Tucson, Inc.; StarShine Academy
Consideration to approve the request for charter renewal and grant a renewal contract to Midtown Primary School
a. Arizona School for the Arts – Charter Mission
b. CASA Academy – Instructional Days
c. North Star Charter School, Inc. – Program of Instruction
d. STEP UP Schools, Inc. – Instructional Days
e. Pima Prevention Partnership (89864) – Adding Grade Levels
f. Tempe Preparatory Academy – Adding Grade Levels
g. Tucson Youth Development – Program of Instruction
K. Charter Renewal – Discussion and possible action on the renewal application package for the following Charter Holders:
CPLC Community Schools (80032)
L. Charter Amendment and Notification – Discussion and possible action on the charter amendment and notification requests submitted by the following charter holders that do not meet the Board’s academic performance expectations:
American Leadership Academy, Inc. – New School Site and Enrollment Cap Increase
Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. – New School Site and Enrollment Cap Increase
Camino Montessori – Adding Grade Levels and Enrollment Cap Increase
Desert Star Academy, Inc. – Adding Grade Levels and Enrollment Cap Increase
GAR, LLC – Enrollment Cap Increase
Maricopa County Community College District on behalf of Phoenix Preparatory Academy – Enrollment Cap Increase
Pine Forest Education Association, Inc. – Enrollment Cap Increase
Rising Schools, Inc. – Adding Grade Levels
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy, Inc. – Enrollment Cap Increase
M. Surrender Agreement – Discussion and possible action on the proposed Voluntary Surrender and Termination of the Charter Contract for Luz Academy of Tucson, Inc.
N. Proposed Rulemaking – Discussion and possible action regarding the Board’s administrative rules and status of rulemaking to revise rules to comport with current policies and practices.
O. Academic Performance Framework – Discussion and possible action regarding revisions to the Board’s Academic Performance Framework and Guidance document.
P. Financial Performance Framework – Presentation and discussion, including an overview of the Board’s financial performance framework and the financial performance of the Board’s portfolio of charter holders, and discussion and possible action regarding revisions to the Board’s Financial Performance Framework and Guidance document.
Q. Audit Guidelines and Compliance Questionnaires for 2016 – Discussion and possible action on the revised Audit Guidelines, Legal Compliance Questionnaire, USFRCS Compliance Questionnaire, and Procurement Compliance Questionnaire for 2016.
Legal Compliance Questionnaire
USFRCS Compliance Questionnaire
R. Summary of Current Events, Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas – The executive director, presiding officer or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02(K) and may discuss future meeting dates and direct staff to place matters on a future agenda. The Board will not discuss or take action on any current event summary.
Academic Framework Subcommittee - June 1, 2016
ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE FRAMEWORK SUBCOMMITTEE OF THE
B. Academic Performance Framework - Presentation, discussion and possible action on revisions to the Board’s Academic Performance Framework and Guidance document
C. Call to the Public – This is the time for the public to comment. Members of the Board may not discuss items that are not specifically identified on the agenda. Therefore, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.01(H), action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to directing staff to study the matter, responding to any criticism, or scheduling the matter for further consideration and decision at a later date.
Regular Session - May 9, 2016
Arizona Charter Schools Association Update on Charter School Enrollment Trends– Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO
Arizona Alternative Education Consortium Update – Binky Michele Jones, President
Presentation by A for Arizona ‘A’ School Leaders about Presidio School– Mark Saliba, School Leader
Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions: Founding Fathers Academies, Inc.; El Centro for the Study of Primary and Secondary Education; and Luz Academy of Tucson, Inc
Update on Academic Framework Subcommittee
Consideration to approve the request for charter renewal and grant a renewal contract to the following:
Lifelong Learning Research Institute, Inc. (79926)
Academy of Mathematics and Science, Inc. (92768) - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
Ahwatukee Foothills Prep Early College High School, Inc. - Adding Grade Levels
Collaborative Pathways, Inc. - Procurement Laws Exception
Edkey, Inc. dba Sequoia Village School – Adding Grade Levels
Happy Valley School, Inc. (90906) - Change in entity name
Charter Renewal – Discussion and possible action on the renewal application package for the following Charter Holders:
Bell Canyon Charter School, Inc.
CAFA, Inc. (79971)
CAFA, Inc. (90327)
CAFA, Inc. (90328)
Edkey, Inc. dba Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics
PAS Charter, Inc.
Pima Prevention Partnership (79959)
Valley of the Sun Waldorf Education Association, Inc.
Compliance Matters – The Board will receive information to determine whether evidence exists that the Charter Holders listed below are in breach of one or more provisions of their charter contract, federal, state, or local laws regarding their failure to meet the timeframes established for the timely submission of the annual financial single audit in accordance with A.R.S. §15-183(E)(6).
​If the Board determines that a breach may have occurred, the Board may take action as it deems appropriate or necessary under state law, which may include withholding of up to 10% of the monthly apportionment of state aid and requiring a corrective action plan pursuant to A.R.S. §15-185(H).
Regular Session - April 11, 2016
Call to the Public – This is the time for the public to comment. Members of the Board may not discuss items that are not specifically identified on the agenda. Therefore, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.01(H), action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to directing staff to study the matter, responding to any criticism, or scheduling the matter for further consideration and decision at a later date.
Arizona Charter Schools Association Update on Charters Changing Lives, Proposition 123 and the Every Student Succeeds Act – Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO
Presentation by A for Arizona ‘A’ School Leaders about Empower College Prep – Brian Holman, School Director
Executive Director’s Report – Introduction to the agenda items—Discussion and possible action:
Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions: Founding Fathers Academies, Inc.; El Centro for the Study of Primary and Secondary Education; Luz Academy of Tucson, Inc.
Revision to the New Charter Application for the 2017-2018 cycle
Academy of Mathematics and Science, Inc. (79961)
Avondale Learning
Ambassador Academy - Adding Grade Levels
CITY Center for Collaborative Learning - Adding Grade Levels & Charter Mission
Collaborative Pathways, Inc. - USFRCS Exception
ECA - Arizona, Inc. - Charter Mission
Tucson Country Day School, Inc. - Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
Tucson Youth Development, Inc. - Program of Instruction
Twenty First Century Charter Schools, Inc. - Adding Grade Levels
Discussion and possible action regarding Legacy Education Group et al. vs. Arizona State Board for Charter Schools (CV2016-051845). Part 1 and Part 2
​​​Pursuant to A.R.S. §§ 38-431.03(A)(3) and (4), the Board may vote to convene in executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion or consultation for legal advice with the Board’s attorneys concerning this item or for discussion or consultation with the Board’s attorneys in order to consider its position and instruct its attorneys regarding the Board’s position in pending or contemplated litigation or in settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation concerning this item.
Discussion and possible action regarding Consent Agreements for failing schools, Amendments related to conditional renewal accountability plans and Agreements for charter holders conditionally renewed
Pursuant to A.R.S. §§ 38-431.03(A)(3) and (4), the Board may vote to convene in executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion or consultation for legal advice with the Board’s attorneys concerning this item or for discussion or consultation with the Board’s attorneys in order to consider its position and instruct its attorneys regarding the Board’s position in pending or contemplated litigation or in settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation concerning this item.
Charter Amendment and Notification – Discussion and possible action on the new school site and increasing enrollment cap requests by Arizona Community Development Corporation, a charter holder that does not meet the Board’s academic performance expectations. Part 1 and Part 2
Regular Session - March 14, 2016
Arizona Charter Schools Association Update on Charters Changing Lives, Charters at the Capitol and Accountability Advocacy – Eileen Sigmund, President and CEO and Dr. Ildi Laczko-Kerr, Vice President of Academics
Arizona Alternative Education Consortium Update on the Value of Alternative Education & Research Update – Binky Michele Jones, President
Presentation by A for Arizona ‘A’ School Leaders about Alta Vista High School – Alicia Alvarez, School Leader
Status of charters with previous and/or on-going board actions: Founding Fathers Academies, Inc.; El Centro for the Study of Primary and Secondary Education; Luz Academy of Tucson, Inc.; StrengthBuilding Partners
Recognition of Dr. Peter Bezanson for his service
Cambridge Academy East, Inc.
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Vista Grove Preparatory Academy Elementary School
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Vista Grove Preparatory Academy Middle School
Academy of Excellence, Inc. – Procurement Laws Exception
Collaborative Pathways, Inc. – USFRCS Exception
Create Academy – Procurement Laws Exception
ECA – Arizona, Inc. – Instructional Days
El Pueblo Integral – Teaching & Learning Collaborative (91959)– Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
Ethos Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy – Procurement Laws & USFRCS Exceptions
Ombudsman Educational Services, Ltd., a subsidiary of Educational Services of America (4323) – Program of Instruction
Discussion and possible action on the renewal application package for the following Charter Holders operating Alternative High Schools
Kaizen Education Foundation d.b.a. Maya High School
Kaizen Education Foundation d.b.a. Summit High School
Kaizen Education Foundation d.b.a. Tempe Accelerated High School
Discussion and possible action on the renewal application package for the following Charter Holders operating Elementary Schools
Kaizen Education Foundation d.b.a. Liberty Arts Academy
Pursuant to 38-431.03 (A)(2) the Board may vote to go into Executive Session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion or consideration of records exempt by law from public inspection, including the receipt and discussion of information or testimony that is specifically required to be maintained as confidential by state or federal law.
Proposed Revisions – Discussion and possible action regarding revisions to the Academic Performance Framework and the use of the Performance Management Plan in FY 2016