HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-01-09 Trustees Reg Meeting PacketThe Regular Meeting of the Westlake Academy Board of Trustees will begin immediately
following the conclusion of the Workshop, but not prior to the
6:00 p.m. posted start time.
WESTLAKE ACADEMY
Mission / Vision Statement
Westlake Academy is a nurturing, community owned International Baccalaureate Charter
School whose mission is to achieve academic excellence and to develop life-long learners who
become well-balanced, responsible global citizens.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING
A G E N D A
JUNE 1, 2009
WESTLAKE TOWN HALL
3 VILLAGE CIRCLE – 2ND FLOOR
COUNCIL CHAMBERS/MUNICIPAL COURT ROOM
6:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
3. HEAR PRESENTATION BY WESTLAKE ACADEMY STUDENTS
REGARDING PYP EXHIBITION PROJECT RELATED TO GREENSBURG,
KANSAS.
4. CITIZENS' PRESENTATIONS: This is an opportunity for citizens to address the
Board on any matter whether or not it is posted on the agenda. The Board cannot by law
take action nor have any discussion or deliberations on any presentation made to the
Board at this time concerning an item not listed on the agenda. Any item presented may
be noticed on a future agenda for deliberation or action.
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Regular Meeting Agenda
June 1, 2009
5. CONSENT AGENDA: All items listed below are considered routine by the Board of
Trustees and will be enacted with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be
removed from the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence.
a. Review and approve minutes of the School Board of Trustees workshop and
regular meeting held on May 4, 2009.
b. Consider an amendment to Resolution 09-10 approving additional language to
Westlake Academy’s Admissions Policy, adopting these admissions
requirements as a Board policy, and authorizing staff to submit these documents
to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for approval.
6. HEAR AND DISCUSS HEAD OF SCHOOL UPDATE:
a. Staffing update
b. TAKS Update
c. Commendation Ceremony
d. Student Census
e. Presentation of yearbooks
7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Any Board member may request at a workshop and / or
Board meeting, under “Future Agenda Item Requests”, an agenda item for a future
Board meeting. The Board member making the request will contact the CEO with the
requested item and the CEO will list it on the agenda. At the meeting, the requesting
Board member will explain the item, the need for Board discussion of the item, the
item’s relationship to the Board’s strategic priorities, and the amount of estimated staff
time necessary to prepare for Board discussion. If the requesting Board member
receives a second, the CEO will place the item on the Board agenda calendar allowing
for adequate time for staff preparation on the agenda item.
- None.
8. BOARD CALENDAR.
- Last day of school
o June 3, 2009
- Westlake Academy Gallery Night event
o February 26, 2010
- Westlake Academy Graduation
o May 23, 2010
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION.
The Board will conduct a closed session under Texas Government Code Section
551.074(a)(1) of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the evaluation and duties of
public officers: Head of School.
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10. RECONVENE MEETING
11. TAKE ANY NECESSARY ACTION FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION, IF
NECESSARY.
12. ADJOURNMENT.
ANY ITEM ON THIS POSTED AGENDA COULD BE DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION
AS LONG AS IT IS WITHIN ONE OF THE PERMITTED CATEGORIES UNDER SECTIONS
551.071 THROUGH 551.076 AND SECTION 551.087 OF THE TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE.
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the above notice was posted at the Town Hall of the Town of Westlake, 3 Village Circle, on Friday,
May 29, 2009, by 5 p.m. under the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
_____________________________________
Kim Sutter, TRMC, Town Secretary
If you plan to attend this public meeting and have a disability that requires special needs, please advise the Town
Secretary 48 hours in advance at 817-490-5710 and reasonable accommodations will be made to assist you.
Westlake
Academy
Item # 2 – Pledge of
Allegiance
Texas Pledge:
"Honor the Texas
flag; I pledge
allegiance to thee,
Texas, one state under
God, one and
indivisible."
Westlake Academy
Memo
To: Honorable President and Members of the Board of Trustees
From: Tom Brymer, CEO
Subject: Regular Meeting of June 1, 2009
Date: May 27, 2009
ITEM
Hear presentation by Westlake Academy students regarding PYP exhibition project
related to Greensburg, Kansas.
WESTLAKE ACADEMY MISSION/ VISION STATEMENT
Westlake Academy is a nurturing, community owned International Baccalaureate Charter School
whose mission is to achieve academic excellence and to develop life-long learners who become
well-balanced, responsible citizens.
WESTLAKE ACADEMY VALUES
Academic Achievement
PYP, MYP, DP (IB Continuum)
Caring Environment
Fiscal Stewardship
Communication/Transparency
Engaged Stakeholders
Maximizing Each Child’s Potential
BACKGROUND
Westlake Academy PYP student have been invited to the Board meeting to give a
presentation on an exhibition project.
FUNDING
N/A
RECOMMENDATION
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
Westlake
Academy
Item # 4 – Citizens’
Presentations
This is an opportunity for
citizens to address the Board on
any matter whether or not it is
posted on the agenda. The
Board cannot by law take
action nor have any discussion
or deliberations on any
presentation made to the Board
at this time concerning an item
not listed on the agenda. The
Board will receive the
information, ask staff to review
the matter, or an item may be
noticed on a future agenda for
deliberation or action.
MINUTES OF THE
WESTLAKE ACADEMY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES WORKSHOP
May 4, 2009
PRESENT: President Laura Wheat and Trustees Tim Brittan Larry Corson, Carol Langdon,
Don Redding, and Rebecca Rollins (arrived at 5:20 p.m.)
ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Chief Executive Officer Thomas Brymer, Head of School Mark
Rosevear, Town Attorney Michael Kallas, Secretary Kim Sutter,
Head of Primary Jamie Schmitz, Head of Secondary Bob Kai,
Finance Director Debbie Piper, Court Administrator Amanda
DeGan, and Assistant to the Town Manager Ginger Awtry.
1. CALL TO ORDER.
President Wheat called the workshop to order at 4:32 p.m.
2. REVIEW OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FROM MAY 4, 2009, TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA.
President Wheat introduced the item and opened the floor for questions related to the
consent agenda items from the May 4, 2009, regular meeting agenda.
There were no questions regarding the consent agenda items.
3. HEAR AND DISCUSS REPORT FROM WESTLAKE ACADEMY HOUSE OF
COMMONS (HOC) SPEAKER REGARDING 2008-2009 ACTIVITIES AND
THE 2009-2010 ACTIVITIES.
Mr. John Awtry, Speaker of the Westlake Academy House of Commons, and Ms.
Charlotte Ryan, Speaker-elect, addressed the Board regarding activities of the HOC
during the 2008-2009 school year and plans for the 2009-2010 school year.
Mr. Awtry and Ms. Ryan expressed their satisfaction with the HOC’s relationship with
the HOS and the direction of the HOC over the past year and upcoming school year.
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President Wheat expressed appreciation to Mr. Awtry and Ms. Ryan for their continued
efforts in serving on the HOC.
4. DISCUSSION AND PRESENTATION OF POSSIBLE CHARTER
REVISION/UPDATE PROCESS FOR WESTLAKE ACADEMY.
No discussion.
5. DISCUSSION OF PARENT INVOLVEMENT AT WESTLAKE ACADEMY,
INCLUDING THE CAMPUS LEADERSHIP TEAM.
No discussion.
6. HEAR AND DISCUSS PRESENTATION OF THE THREE IB PROGRAMMES.
Mr. Jamie Schmitz, Head of Primary, presented a summary of the Primary Years
Program (PYP), reviewed the IB Learner Profile, and addressed questions from the
Board regarding the Primary Years Program.
Board discussion ensued regarding TEKS requirements and communicating with
parents regarding the requirements, scope and sequence reports and whether the reports
follow students to the next grade level, and the development of the IB Programme.
Presentations regarding the MYP and DP will be scheduled for the next Board of
Trustees workshop.
President Wheat recessed the workshop at 6:08 p.m. to convene the Board of Trustees
Regular meeting.
President Wheat reconvened the workshop at 9:42 p.m.
7. DISCUSSION OF WESTLAKE ACADEMY CURRENT AND FUTURE
ATHLETIC PROGRAMS.
No discussion.
8. DISCUSSION OF WESTLAKE ACADEMY FINE ARTS
PROGRAMS/CURRICULUM.
No discussion.
9. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION CONCERNING PRESENTATIONS
OBSERVED AND INFORMATION OBTAINED AT THE RECENT ANNUAL
CONFERENCE OF THE TEXAS CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION
(TCSA) AND HOW THAT INFORMATION APPLIES TO WESTLAKE
ACADEMY AS WELL AS THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES’ GOVERNANCE
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ROLE OF WESTLAKE ACADEMY.
No discussion.
10. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF THE WESTLAKE ACADEMY
PARENTS’ SURVEY.
CEO Brymer introduced the item to the Board and reviewed the draft survey and
advised that the survey should be sent out to parents in May 2009 prior to the last day of
school.
Discussion ensued regarding the content of the survey, and several suggested changes
were agreed upon by the Board.
CEO Brymer summarized the changes to the survey:
- Move Leadership of Trustees to top of question 1 with Administration and Faculty;
- Question 1 - add Grading System;
- Question 1 - Add College Preparation Process;
- Question 1 – add exit/entrance process for student pick up;
- Question 10 - add row offering N/A as an option;
- Reword preface of draft survey question #10 to make clear that no funding is
currently available;
- Delete question related to classroom size;
- Questions related to Blacksmith Apprentice Program should emphasis that the
program is critical to the financial health of the Academy;
- Modify draft survey question #16 to read “Would you contribute more to the Black
Smith Apprentice Program for expanded services;
- Combine draft survey questions #19 and 19A to read “If you live in the Town of
Westlake, how important was Westlake Academy in your decision to move to the
Westlake?”;
- Add a question “Do you have school age children not enrolled at Westlake
Academy” Yes or No, please indicate grade level Grades K-6, 7-9, 10-12.”;
- Delete draft survey question 22A related to parents working outside of the home;
- Cover letter will go out under President Wheat’s signature;
- Change title of survey to Westlake Academy Board of Trustees Parent Survey.
11. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.
There were no items submitted for consideration.
12. ADJOURNMENT.
There being no further business before the Board, President Wheat adjourned the
workshop at 10:35 p.m.
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APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ON JUNE 8, 2009.
_________________________________________
Laura Wheat, President
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Kim Sutter, TRMC, Town Secretary
MINUTES OF THE
WESTLAKE ACADEMY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING
May 4, 2009
PRESENT: President Laura Wheat and Trustees Tim Brittan, Larry Corson, Carol Langdon,
Don Redding, and Rebecca Rollins.
ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Chief Executive Officer Thomas Brymer, Head of School Mark
Rosevear, Town Attorney Michael Kallas, Secretary Kim Sutter,
Head of Primary Jamie Schmitz, Head of Secondary Bob Kai,
Finance Director Debbie Piper, Court Administrator Amanda
DeGan, and Assistant to the Town Manager Ginger Awtry.
1. CALL TO ORDER.
President Wheat called the meeting to order at 6:24 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
President Wheat led the pledge of allegiance to the United States and Texas flags.
3. CITIZENS' PRESENTATIONS.
There was no one present wishing to address the Board.
4. CONSENT AGENDA.
President Wheat introduced the consent agenda and asked for a motion.
a. Review and approve minutes of the School Board of Trustees workshop and regular
meeting held on April 6, 2009.
Trustee Corson referred to Item #6 related to staffing needs and requested that it be
made clear that the Board agreed to accept the recommendation of the Head of School
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related to the proposed teacher staffing needs and the request is subject to consideration
during the budget process.
MOTION: Trustee Redding made a motion to approve the April 6, 2009, workshop
and regular meeting minutes as amended. Trustee Langdon seconded the
motion. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
5. CONSIDER A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A BOARD POLICY UNDER
TEXAS EDUCATION CODE REGULATIONS APPROVING CRITERIA AND
REQUIREMENTS FOR PROOF OF RESIDENCY AND FOR ADMISSION OF
GRANDCHILDREN OF WESTLAKE RESIDENTS TO WESTLAKE
ACADEMY, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT THE NECESSARY
DOCUMENTS TO THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENDA (TEA) FOR
APPROVAL.
CEO Brymer introduced the item and advised the Board that the proposed policy would
allow, under certain guidelines, grandchildren of residents to attend the Academy. Mr.
Brymer reviewed the proposed policy as it relates to the proof of residency requirements
and advised that the policy states that the student must be in the care of the
grandparent(s) a minimum of ten (10) hours per week.
CEO Brymer stated that Legal Counsel has advised that the policy does not have to be
submitted to TEA as the provision is not addressed in the Charter and simply requires
the Board to adopt a policy enacting Chapter 25 of the Texas Education Code.
CEO Brymer added that the policy would be subject to an administrative process and
staff would rely on proof of residency as outlined in the policy.
MOTION: Trustee Brittan made a motion to approve Resolution No. 09-09,
establishing a policy enacting Chapter 25 of the Texas Education Code
and providing for proof of residency requirements and criteria for after-
school care provided by a grandparent for admission purposes. Seconded
by Trustee Langdon. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
6. CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING VARIOUS AMENDMENTS TO
WESTLAKE ACADEMY’S ADMISSIONS POLICY, ADOPTING THESE
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS AS A BOARD POLICY, AND
AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT THESE DOCUMENTS TO THE TEXAS
EDUCATION AGENCY (TEA) FOR APPROVAL.
CEO Brymer introduced the item to the Board and advised that this resolution would
add language to the admission policy to exempt Westlake Academy founder’s children,
current Town of Westlake employees, and Westlake Academy faculty from the lottery
process. Mr. Brymer added that a Charter Amendment is required as the Admissions
policy is part of the Charter document on file with the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
Trustee Corson asked for the definition of faculty as related to the policy.
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Ms. Janet Bupert, Legal Counsel, advised that faculty applies to staff who meet the
requirement of a full time teacher in accordance with TEA regulations.
Discussion ensued regarding the equivalency of a full-time teacher and if the
equivalency could be applied to a volunteer coach.
HOS Rosevear questioned the relevance of the start year related to Westlake Academy
faculty member’s right to re-enrollment for their children.
Discussion ensued related to paragraph two (2) of the policy regarding Westlake
Academy faculty and the right to re-enrollment and whether or not a school year should
be defined in the policy.
It was the consensus of the Board to amend the proposed policy related to Westlake
Academy faculty’s students right to re-enrollment to begin the 2009-2010 school year.
MOTION: Trustee Corson made a motion to approve Resolution No. 09-10,
adopting the admission requirements as a Board Policy and authorizing
staff to submit documents to the TEA for approval. Seconded by Trustee
Langdon. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
AMENDED
MOTION: Trustee Brittan requested the motion be amended to change the
beginning year related to right to re-enrollment to begin in school year
2009-2010. Seconded by Trustee Rollins.
Trustee Corson and Langdon accepted the amended motion.
VOTE ON
AMENDED
MOTION: The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
7. HEAR AND DISCUSS HEAD OF SCHOOL UPDATE:
a. G10 Personal Projects
HOS Rosevear advised that the G10 Personal Projects went very well and 21 of the 36
students received scores of a 6 or 7, while five (5) students received a grade of 3 or
below.
b. Sports Update
- Junior High softball team finished second in the CSAF Regional Tournament.
- Junior High baseball team was the 2009 District Champions and finished second
in the CSAF Regional Tournament.
- Varsity baseball team did not qualify for any of the leagues’ tournaments and
finished the season with 3 wins and 8 loses.
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- Varsity softball team made it to the playoffs but had to withdraw due to the
swine flu threat.
- Varsity Golf
o Kent Bordelon finished 7th in the State and 5th in the District.
o Tyler Tews finished 4th in District.
o Nicole Stevens finished 4th in District.
o Junior High boys team finished 3rd in District and in the Regional
Tournament.
c. Book Fair Report
Reading Together Week included an on-site book fair and a visit from storyteller Tom
McDermott.
d. Arts & Science Center
A large part of the roof has been added to the structure.
e. Bandana Bonanza
Bandana Bonanza has been postponed to May 9, 2009, due to inclement weather.
f. Update on Personnel for 2009-10
Head of Secondary – Mr. Mark Garcia
MYP Coordinator – Tracy Odom
IB Diploma Coordinator, Director of Studies/Biology, Stacy Stoyanoff
Spanish Teacher – Mrs. Claudia Simonetti
English Teacher – Mrs. April Harrell
Science/Math Teacher – Mrs. Elizabeth Golden
5th grade to 7/8th grade – Mrs. Livia Miller
HOS Rosevear announced that the 2010 Graduation Date has been confirmed for May
23, 2010, at the Marriott Solana.
HOS Rosevear announced that The Black Cow staff won a total of 55 awards, which
included 13 first place prizes from the Texas State Scholastic competition.
8. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.
There were no items submitted for consideration.
9. BOARD CALENDAR.
President Wheat reviewed the Board calendar.
- G8 Drama production – Alice in Wonderland
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o May 8, 2009, 6:30 p.m., Florence Elementary, Keller
- PYP Exhibitions
o May 27, 2009
- Black Cow Banquet
o May 31, 2009, 4-6 p.m., the Bradley residence
- Last day of school
o June 3, 2009
- Westlake Academy Graduation
o May 23, 2010
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION.
President Wheat recessed the regular meeting at 7:17 to discuss the following in
executive session:
1. Section 551.071(1) and (2) to (i) seek advice of counsel on legal matters involving
pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or other legal matters not
related directly to litigation or settlement, and (ii) Consultation with attorney on
matters in which the duty of the attorney under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code-Texas Government Code 551.071(2) regarding the
following:
A. Westlake Academy Charter document.
B. Westlake Academy admissions policy.
2. Section 551.074(a)(1) of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the evaluation
and duties of public officers:
A. The Chief Executive Officer.
B. The Head of School.
President Wheat convened the executive session at 7:22 p.m. The executive session
adjourned at 9:39 p.m.
11. RECONVENE MEETING
President Wheat reconvened the meeting at 9:41 p.m.
12. TAKE ANY NECESSARY ACTION FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION, IF
NECESSARY.
President Wheat announced that no action is required regarding items discussed in
executive session.
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13. ADJOURNMENT.
There being no further business before the Board, President Wheat asked for a motion to
adjourn.
MOTION: Trustee Corson made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Trustee Langdon
seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
President Wheat adjourned the meeting at 9:41 p.m.
APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ON MAY 4, 2009.
_________________________________________
Laura Wheat, President
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Kim Sutter, TRMC, Town Secretary
Westlake Academy
Memo
To: Honorable President and Members of the Board of Trustees
From: Tom Brymer, Town Manager/CEO Westlake Academy
Subject: Regular Meeting of June 1, 2009
Date: May 27, 2009
ITEM
Consider an amendment to Resolution 09-10 approving additional language to Westlake
Academy’s Admissions Policy, adopting these admissions requirements as a Board
policy, and authorizing staff to submit these documents to the Texas Education Agency
(TEA) for approval.
WESTLAKE ACADEMY MISSION/ VISION STATEMENT
Westlake Academy is a nurturing, community owned International Baccalaureate Charter School
whose mission is to achieve academic excellence and to develop life-long learners who become
well-balanced, responsible citizens.
WESTLAKE ACADEMY VALUES
FUNDING: N/A at this time
RECOMMENDATION: Approve and amend Resolution 09-10, approving any
additional language as discussed during the workshop to the admissions policy and for
submission to TEA for approval.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 09-11
WESTLAKE ACADEMY
RESOLUTION NO. 09-11
AMENDING RESOLUTION 09-10 APPROVING ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE TO
WESTLAKE ACADEMY’S ADMISSIONS POLICY, ADOPTING THESE ADMISSIONS
REQUIREMENTS AS A BOARD POLICY, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT
THESE DOCUMENTS TO THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY (TEA) FOR
APPROVAL.
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees approved Resolution 09-10 on May 4, 2009 to amend
the Westlake Academy’s Admission policy to include the admission of Westlake Academy
Founder’s children, children of Westlake Academy Faculty, and children of Town of Westlake
staff as categories that are exempt from the admissions lottery; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees finds that the passage of this Resolution to add
additional language is in the best interest of the Academy;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
WESTLAKE ACADEMY:
SECTION 1. That the Board of Trustees of Westlake Academy hereby approves an
amendment adding additional language as indicated in the attached Exhibit A, Board of Trustees
Policy No. 09-10, for submission of a Charter Amendment Application to amend the Westlake
Academy Admissions policy as adopted and inserted in its policy manual, if approved by the
TEA.
SECTION 2. That this Resolution shall become effective upon the date of its passage,
but contingent upon approval by the TEA.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 1 DAY OF JUNE 2009.
______________________________________ ____________________________________
Laura Wheat, President Larry Corson, Trustee
______________________________________ ____________________________________
Tim Brittan, Trustee Rebecca Rollins, Trustee
_______________________________________ ____________________________________
Carol Langdon, Trustee Rick Rennhack, Trustee
ATTEST:
_________________________________ _________________________________________
Kim Sutter, Secretary Thomas Brymer, Chief Executive Officer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________________
Michael Kallas, School Attorney
Westlake Academy
Memo
To: Honorable President and Members of the Board of Trustees
From: Mark Rosevear
Subject: Regular Meeting of June 1, 2009
Date: May 27, 2009
ITEM
Hear and discuss Head of School update:
a. Staffing update
b. TAKS Update
c. Commendation Ceremony
d. Student Census
e. Presentation of yearbooks
WESTLAKE ACADEMY MISSION/ VISION STATEMENT
Westlake Academy is a nurturing, community owned International Baccalaureate Charter School
whose mission is to achieve academic excellence and to develop life-long learners who become
well-balanced, responsible citizens.
WESTLAKE ACADEMY VALUES
Academic Achievement
PYP, MYP, DP (IB Continuum)
Caring Environment
Fiscal Stewardship
Communication/Transparency
Engaged Stakeholders
Maximizing Each Child’s Potential
BACKGROUND
The Head of School will update the Board on various items and happenings at the school.
FUNDING
This action has no impact on the budget
RECOMMENDATION
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
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7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Any Board member may request at a workshop
and / or Board meeting, under “Future Agenda Item Requests”, an agenda item
for a future Board meeting. The Board member making the request will contact
the Town Manager with the requested item and the Town Manager will list it on
the agenda. At the meeting, the requesting Board member will explain the item,
the need for Board discussion of the item, the item’s relationship to the Board’s
strategic priorities, and the amount of estimated staff time necessary to prepare for
Board discussion. If the requesting Board member receives a second, the Town
Manager will place the item on the Board agenda calendar allowing for adequate
time for staff preparation on the agenda item.
- None.
Westlake
Academy
Item # 7 –
Future Agenda
Items
8. BOARD CALENDAR.
- Last day of school
o June 3, 2009
- Westlake Academy Gallery Night event
o February 26, 2010
- Westlake Academy Graduation
o May 23, 2010
Westlake
Academy
Item # 8 –
Board Calendar
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION.
The Board will conduct a closed session under Texas Government Code Section
551.074(a)(1) of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the evaluation and duties of
public officers: Head of School.
Westlake
Academy
Item # 9 – Executive
Session
Westlake
Academy
Item # 10 –
Reconvene Meeting
Westlake
Academy
Item # 11 – Take any
necessary action from
Executive Session, if
necessary
Westlake
Academy
Item # 12 –
Adjournment
Back up material has not
been provided for this item.