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MINUTES OF THE
WESTLAKE ACADEMY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING
October 22, 2007
PRESENT: President Scott Bradley and Board Trustees Larry Corson, April Gallagher, Don
Redding, Pete Steger, and Bob Timmerman.
ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Head of School Barbara Brizuela, Secretary Kim Sutter, Finance
Director Debbie Piper, Executive Assistant Ginger Awtry, Court
Administrator Amanda DeGan, and DPS Director Don Wilson.
1. CALL TO ORDER.
President Bradley called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
2. CITIZENS' PRESENTATIONS.
There was no one present requesting to speak.
3. HEAR REPORT FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL REGARDING THE HIGHLY
QUALIFIED TEACHER REPORT FOR 2006-07 AND 2007-08.
Head of School Brizuela advised the Board that the report is a requirement of No Child
Left Behind (NCLB) and has no effect on the Academy's funding. Ms. Brizuela stated
that due to reporting changes, she is reporting on the 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 school
years at this time.
Ms. Brizuela advised the Board that the report indicates that all Westlake Academy
teachers have been recognized as "highly qualified" for the 2006-2007 and the 2007-
2008 reporting years.
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4. CONSIDER A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CHANGE TO THE
PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK AUTHORIZING STUDENTS IN GRADES
10-12 TO DRIVE AND PARK PERSONAL CARS ON CAMPUS.
Head of School Brizuela advised that a workshop was held in August at which parent
and staff input was received. Ms. Brizuela outlined the proposed recommendations to
allow students in grades 10 through 12 to drive and park personal cars on campus.
MOTION: Trustee Timmerman moved to approve Resolution No. 07-10,
authorizing a change in the parent/student handbook relative to student
driving. Trustee Gallaher seconded the motion.
Trustee Gallagher commended Ms. Brizuela for the development of the policy and
asked that it be communicated to all families so that they understand that the current 10th
graders have priority to the parking spaces for the next three years.
Head of School Brizuela advised that the priority would be communicated to the entire
school community.
VOTE ON
MOTION: The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
5. HEAR REPORT FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL REGARDING WESTLAKE
ACADEMY PILOT PROGRAM PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTATION
FOR RESIDENTIAL TRIPS.
Head of School Brizuela advised the Board that the report is a follow-up to a report
presented at the March 26, 2006, meeting. Ms. Brizuela advised that only one company
offers buses equipped with safety belts, and stated that, whenever possible, safety belt -
equipped buses will be a priority to transport students.
Trustee Gallagher expressed her appreciation to Head of Primary Jamie Schmitz for his
diplomacy in working with parents relative to transportation for a recent field trip.
6. HEAR REPORT FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL REGARDING NATIONAL
RECOGNITION OF THE WESTLAKE ACADEMY STUDENT NEWSPAPER
THE BLACK COW.
Head of School Brizuela advised that notification was received that The Black Cow, a
student -published newspaper, has received national recognition and introduced Editor -
in -Chief Taylor Jolissaint.
Ms. Taylor Jolissaint, Editor -in -Chief of The Black Cow, addressed the Board regarding
recent recognition by the National Scholastic Press Association. Ms. Jolissaint stated
that the paper was granted the First Class Award with three (3) merits of distinction for
coverage and content, writing and editing, and leadership.
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Ms. Jolissaint reminded everyone that all non -student households in Westlake will
receive a copy of the newspaper during the 2007-2008 school year, and the first issue
for the school year will be released on October 26, 2007.
Head of School Brizuela recognized and commended the staff of The Black Coin for
their accomplishments.
President Bradley recognized the students for their accomplishments and recognized
Mr. Dave Lieber and PYP Coordinator Claudia Ourthe-Cabale for their support and
guidance provided to the students.
7. CONSENT AGENDA.
President Bradley introduced the item and asked for a motion.
A. Review and approve minutes of the School Board of Trustees workshop and meeting
held on August 27, 2007.
B. Review and approve minutes of the School Board of Trustees workshop and meeting
held on September 10, 2007.
C. Review and approve minutes of the School Board of Trustees special meeting held
on September 24, 2007.
D. Review and approve any outstanding bills.
MOTION: Trustee Redding moved to approve the consent agenda as presented.
Trustee Steger seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 5-
0.
8. ADJOURNMENT.
There being no further business, President Bradley adjourned the meeting at 6:23 p.m.
APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN ON NOVEMBER 12, 2007.
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