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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-02-13 BOT Agenda PacketThe Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees will begin immediately following the conclusion of the Board of Trustees Workshop but not prior to the posted start time. Mission Statement Westlake Academy is an IB World School whose mission is to provide students with an internationally minded education of the highest quality so they are well-balanced and respectful life-long learners. Page 1 of 3 WESTLAKE ACADEMY Vision Statement Westlake Academy inspires students to achieve their highest individual potential in a nurturing environment that fosters the traits found in the IB Learner Profile. Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-Minded, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced and Reflective BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AGENDA December 2, 2013 WESTLAKE TOWN HALL 3 VILLAGE CIRCLE – 2ND FLOOR WESTLAKE, TX 76262 COUNCIL CHAMBERS/MUNICIPAL COURT ROOM Workshop Session 5:00 p.m. Regular Session 6:00 p.m. Page 2 of 3 Workshop Session 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. REVIEW OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE DECEMBER 2, 2013 , TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING AGENDA. 4. REPORTS Reports are prepared for informational purposes and will be accepted as presented. (there will no presentations associated with the report items) There will be no separate discussion unless a Board Member requests that report be removed and considered separately. a. Update on the progress of the Language “B” Program. 5. DISCUSSION ITEMS a. Update and discussion regarding Westlake Academy Phase I expansion project and enrollment projections. Standing Item b. Discussion of a Report Concerning the 2013-14 Blacksmith Campaign and other Planned Fund Raising Activities. (10 min) c. Discussion of K-G12 Mathematics Curriculum Improvement Strategies. (20 min) d. Discussion of alternative Secondary schedules. (20 min) e. Discussion of Board Policy 2.09 Regarding Board Input into the Process Utilized for the Selection of Section Head Positions. (15 min) 6. BOARD RECAP / STAFF DIRECTION 7. ADJOURNMENT Regular Session 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. CITIZENS' PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS: 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. Page 3 of 3 3. 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. Consider approval of the minutes from the November 14, 2013, meeting. 4. BOARD CALENDAR 5. 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 Superintendent with the requested item and the Superintendent 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 Superintendent will place the item on the Board agenda calendar allowing for adequate time for staff preparation on the agenda item. 6. 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 November 27, 2013, by 5:00 p.m. under the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. _____________________________________ Kelly Edwards, 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." REVIEW OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS a. Consider approval of the minutes from the November 14, 2013, meeting. Westlake Academy Item # 3 – Review of Consent Agenda Items REPORTS Reports are prepared for informational purposes and will be accepted as presented. (there will no presentations associated with the report items) There will be no separate discussion unless a Board Member requests that report be removed and considered separately. a. Update on the progress of the Language “B” Program. Westlake Academy Item # 4– Reports Page 1 of 1 WESTLAKE ACADEMY AGENDA ITEM Curriculum: PYP / MYP / DP Meeting Date: December 2, 2013 Staff Contact Andra Barton, Ed.D. Report Director of Curriculum and Instruction Subject: Update on the progress of the Language “B” Program at Westlake Academy EXECUTIVE SUMMARY At the September 9, 2013 Board of Trustees meeting the staff presented a current overview and direction of Language B services for Westlake Academy. During this meeting, staff discussed curriculum work and alignment, which was going to begin immediately at the school. The purpose of this report is to update the Board on our current progress. PLAN DESIRED OUTCOMES High Student Achievement Strong Parent & Community Connections Financial Stewardship & Sustainability ACADEMY VALUES Maximizing Personal Development Academic Excellence Respect for Self and Others Personal Responsibility Compassion and Understanding Effective Educators & Staff GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK This report relates directly to Westlake Academy’s Vision of inspiring “students to achieve their highest individual potential…” and the Mission of “an internationally minded education in the highest quality…” FISCAL IMPACT Funded Not Funded N/A RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED/ OPTIONS No action required at this time as this is a report it em. ATTACHMENTS Progress report on Language B at Westlake Academy 1 Westlake Academy Language B Update 2013-14 At the September 9, 2013 Board of Trustees meeting, staff presented a report on the Language B services for Westlake Academy. At that time, it was discussed that curriculum alignment would begin within this area of instruction and t he purpose of this report is to provide an update and future action plans . • The staff noted at the board meeting that a Language B committee would be developed to address the concerns presented by the Board. This committee was formed and meets bi-weekly. It is comprised of all Language B teachers, PYP/MYP & DP Coordinators and campus administration. Update and Progress: o The committee has affirmed the current language policy and has that in writing with the PYP/MYP and DP Curriculum Coordinators. o The committee identified strands to create a common Scope and Sequence, which include: Composition – Presentational (Writing Skills) Literature – Interpretive (Reading Skills) Grammar & Mechanics – Presentational (Writing Skills) Vocabulary & Spelling – Interpretive (Reading & Listening) Presentational (Writing Skills) Oral Communication – Assessing (Interpersonal Speaking) These strands align with DP Language B - Spanish and Language A curriculum framework designated by the International Baccalaureate organization. o A current 54-page document is in the “draft” stage with skills being aligned and overlapping trends being identified. This working document should be ready for an IB Learns/Third Learning curriculum management upload in January of 2014. Once uploaded Curriculum Coordinators will work within their areas of focus to ensure unit planners are developed which will support high quality instruction for students. o Scheduling options for Language B during SY 14/15 have been discussed with the intention of making a recommendation thru the Transition/Facilities committee. o An external quantitative assessment is being researched for implementation in the coming school year based, on budget allocations. DISCUSSION ITEMS a. Update and discussion regarding Westlake Academy Phase I expansion project and enrollment projections. Standing Item b. Discussion of a Report Concerning the 2013-14 Blacksmith Campaign and other Planned Fund Raising Activities. (10 min) c. Discussion of K-G12 Mathematics Curriculum Improvement Strategies. (20 min) d. Discussion of alternative Secondary schedules. (20 min) e. Discussion of Board Policy 2.09 Regarding Board Input into the Process Utilized for the Selection of Section Head Positions. (15 min) Westlake Academy Item # 5– Discussion Items Standing agenda item during the construction project a. Update and discussion regarding Westlake Academy Phase I expansion project and enrollment projections. Westlake Academy Item # 5 – No Supporting documentation Page 1 of 2 WESTLAKE ACADEMY AGENDA ITEM Curriculum: PYP / MYP / DP Meeting Date: December 2, 2013 Staff Contact: Tom Brymer Discussion Superintendent Subject: Discussion of a Report Concerning the 2013-14 Blacksmith Campaign and Other Planned Fund Raising Activities for Westlake Academy Foundation. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Per the Council/BOT Advisory Board/Affiliates policy, at least once a year all Town advisory boards and Westlake Academy affiliate groups will meet with the Council and/or Board of Trustees to discuss their past year’s activities and those planned for the next twelve months. The purpose of this workshop presentation is to engender coordinated planning and collaboration between the Board and the Westlake Academy Foundation in the pursuit of the Board’s strategic objectives for the Academy. PLAN DESIRED OUTCOMES High Student Achievement Strong Parent & Community Connections Financial Stewardship & Sustainability ACADEMY VALUES Maximizing Personal Development Academic Excellence Respect for Self and Others Personal Responsibility Compassion and Understanding Effe ctive Educators & Staff GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK Why do we need governance guidance? School policy is a responsibility of the Board of Trustees. Which policy governs this? Previous policy and authority of the Board of Trustees. What addit ional direction is necessary? Input and questions from the Board of Trustees. FISCAL IMPACT Funded Not Funded N/A Page 2 of 2 RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED/ OPTIONS Receive the Foundation’s report, ask questions, and engage in collaborative dialogue and feedback with the Foundation’s President and Executive Director about the Foundation’s plans to support the Academy’s operations and strategic plans in 2013-2014. ATTACHMENTS None Page 1 of 2 WESTLAKE ACADEMY AGENDA ITEM Curriculum: PYP / MYP / DP Meeting Date: December 2, 2013 Staff Contact: Tom Brymer Discussion Superintendent Subject: Discussion of K-G12 Mathematics Curriculum Improvement Strategies EXECUTIVE SUMMARY High performing school communities continually reflect on opportunities for enhancement in their academic programs utilizing various forms of input to ensure on-going student improvement. Based on a recent parent survey completed by the Board of Trustees, Texas Education Agency student performance data, International Schools Assessment – ISA results, curriculum audits, informal conversations and the introduction of new Standards of Instruction (TEKS) by the State of Texas, Westlake Academy staff has focused their efforts on improving and aligning Math instruction for students. A position of encouraging continuous improvement allows our campus to move from basic passing criteria and application of skills to measurement standards which challenge the top quartile of student performance. The Staff wishes to focus on challenging our Math program to meet high standards of functioning, whatever a student’s current level of proficiency might be in math, which will in turn then create pathways for our students’ success going forward in their academic setting. PLAN DESIRED OUTCOMES High Student Achievement Strong Parent & Community Connections Financial Stewardship & Sustainability ACADEMY VALUES Maximizing Personal Development Academic Excellence Respect for Self and Others Personal Responsibility Compassion and Understanding Effective Educators & Staff GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK Why do we need governance guidance? • Feedback on Staff’s initiatives on this subject would be helpful. Which policy governs this? • The WA Strategic Plan’s desired outcome as it pertains to High Student Achievement as well as our School’s vision, which includes in part, the concept of “….inspires students to achieve their highest individual potential...” What addit ional direction is necessary? • Input and questions from the Board of Trustees. Page 2 of 2 FISCAL IMPACT Funded Not Funded N/A Note: financial resources to fund the Staff’s initiatives in this area are being requested in the form of a grant from the Westlake Academy Foundation. RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED/ OPTIONS Receive Staff reports and information and provide feedback to Staff. ATTACHMENTS To be sent under separate cover. Page 1 of 1 WESTLAKE ACADEMY AGENDA ITEM Curriculum: MYP / DP Meeting Date: December 2, 2013 Staff Contact: Clint Calzini Discussion Subject: Discussion of alternative Secondary schedules. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Board of Trustees requested information on alternative secondary schedules. Attached is a summary of sample schedules and their impact on the status quo. PLAN DESIRED OUTCOMES High Student Achievement Strong Parent & Community Connections Financial Stewardship & Sustainability ACADEMY VALUES Maximizing Personal Development Academic Excellence Respect for Self and Others Personal Responsibility Compassion and Understanding Effective Educators & Staff GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK Why do we need governance guidance on this agenda item? Request by the school board to discuss secondary schedules. Which policy governs this agenda item? Governance role: accountability for efficient and appropriate academic program What additional direction is necessary for this agenda item? Further direction is pending Board of Trustees consideration. FISCAL IMPACT Funded Not Funded N/A (self-funding) RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED/ OPTIONS Recommendation: Wait for any changes in the academic schedule that impact finances and until the secondary school completes the expansion and transition in 2014-2015. ATTACHMENTS Secondary Schedule Comparative Matrix Secondary Schedule Comparison Matrix Schedule Name Cost Facilities Needs Instructional Time per Subject per Week (minutes) Schedule Sample Note Current A/B Schedule 200 Current A / B Schedule Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Day A Day B Day A Day B Day A Math Art Math Art Math English PE English PE English History Technology History Technology History Science Language Science Language Science Status Quo provides for current needs Previous Schedule (2005 – 2009) N/A N/A Varied per subject N/A Did not meet instructional hour requirements Traditional Daily Schedule 250 Traditional Daily Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Math Language PE Art / Tech Art / Tech English Math Language PE Science History English Math Language PE Science History English Math Language Art / Tech Science History English Math PE Art / Tech Science History English Technology PE Art / Tech Science History This creates a very tight schedule that could impact human resource and facility needs. Possible Modified Block Schedule 200 Modified Block Schedule (example) Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Math Language PE Art Art English Language Technology History English Math Math PE Science English Language Art Science History History Math PE Science English Technology PE Art Technology History Language Technology Science This creates a very tight schedule that could impact human resource and facility needs. Semester Courses Schedule 375 (in one semester only) Semester Courses Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Semester 1 Math Math Math Math Math English English English English English History History History History History Science Science Science Science Science Semester 2 Art Art Art Art Art PE PE PE PE PE Technology Technology Technology Technology Technology Language Language Language Language Language None Modified A/B Schedule Spanish & Math: 350 All others: 175 Modified A / B Schedule Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Day A Day B Day A Day B Day A Math Math Math Math Math English Art English Art English History PE History PE History Science Technology Science Technology Science Language Language Language Language Language None Possible Page 1 of 2 WESTLAKE ACADEMY AGENDA ITEM Curriculum: PYP / MYP / DP Meeting Date: December 2, 2013 Staff Contact: Tom Brymer Discussion Superintendent Subject: Discussion of Board Policy 2.09 Regarding Board Input into the Process Utilized for the Selection of Section Head Positions. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Board Policy 2.09 is titled “Responsibility for Personnel Decisions Setting Parameters for the CEO Regarding Establishment of Managerial Reporting and Organizational Structure”. Section d) of said po licy states “The Board shall have input into the process utilized for the selection of the section head positions”. Presently, we have begun the process, with the assistance of an education search firm, for recruitment of an Executive Principal/Director of Education position for SY14-15. In addition to being the senior on-site campus administrator, this position will supervise G11-12. PLAN DESIRED OUTCOMES High Student Achievement Strong Parent & Community Connections Financial Stewardship & Sustainability ACADEMY VALUES Maximizing Personal Development Academic Excellence Respect for Self and Others Personal Responsibility Compassion and Understanding Effective Educators & Staff GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK Why do we need governance guidance? • Section d) of Board Policy 2.01 provides for the Board to have input into the process for the selection of section head positions. Which policy governs this? • Board Policy 2.01 d) What addit ional direction is necessary? • Input and questions from the Board of Trustees. FISCAL IMPACT Funded Not Funded N/A Page 2 of 2 RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED/ OPTIONS Provide input per BOT policy regarding the process utilized for the selection of the Executive Principal/Director of Education position. ATTACHMENTS 1. BOT Policy 2.09 “Responsibility for Personnel Decisions Setting Parameters for the CEO Regarding Establishment of Managerial Reporting and Organizational Structure” TOWN OF WESTLAKE WESTLAKE ACADEMY BOARD OF TRUSTEES POLICY Policy No. 09-20: Date Board Adopted: February 9, 2009 Date Board Amended: December 7, 2009 Effective Date: December 7, 2009 Policy Category: Faculty Attraction and Retention Policy Name: Responsibility for Personnel Decisions and Setting Parameters for the CEO Regarding Establishment of Managerial Reporting and Organizational Structure Policy Goal: Efficient and Effective Recruitment/Accountability/Retention of Staff Policy Description: Administrative regulations governing Texas Charter Schools assigns to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) responsibility for personnel decisions. As such, it is the purpose of this Board policy to delegate this function to the CEO as follows: a.) The CEO has final authority to offer employment, terminate employment, evaluate, promote, demote, appoint, and employ all Westlake Academy employees. b.) The CEO or his/her designate shall define the qualifications (excepting those that may be established by the Board), duties and responsibilities of all Academy positions and shall ensure that job descriptions are current and accessible to all employees and supervisors. c.) All compensation will be in accordance with Board approved teacher salary scales and establishment of new positions shall be approved by the Board. d.) The Board shall have input into the process utilized for the selection of section head positions. WA Resolution 09-21 Page 2 of 2 e.) The CEO shall be responsible to the Board for establishing (and modifying when necessary) a managerial reporting and organizational structure, pursuant to applicable Board budget approvals, that meets the following criteria as well as facilitates and enhances: • student achievement in alignment with the IB Learner profile • communication with all Academy stakeholder groups • timely staff decision making • staff accountability • employee empowerment and teamwork • attainment of Board policies and adopted strategic plan desired outcomes • staff professional development and effectiveness • stewardship regarding the effective and efficient use of available resources • clarity of reporting structure, lines of staff authority, and staff roles BOARD RECAP / STAFF DIRECTION Westlake Academy Item #6 Board Recap / Staff Direction Westlake Academy Item # 7 – Workshop Adjournment Back up material has not been provided for this item. CITIZENS' PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS: 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. Westlake Academy Item # 2 – Citizens’ Presentations and recognitions 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. Consider approval of the minutes from the November 14, 2013, meeting. Westlake Academy Item # 3 - Consent Agenda Items BOT Minutes 11/14 /13 Page 1 of 4 WESTLAKE ACADEMY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING November 14, 2013 PRESENT: President Laura Wheat, Trustees: Michael Barrett, Clif Cox, Carol Langdon, Rick Rennhack and Wayne Stoltenberg. ABSENT: Clif Cox and Rick Rennhack. OTHERS PRESENT: Superintendent Tom Brymer, Assistant to the Superintendent Amanda DeGan, Board Secretary Kelly Edwards, Finance Director Debbie Piper, Facilities and Recreation Director Troy Meyer, Director of Athletics & Assistant Secondary Principal Alan Burt, Administrative Coordinator Ben Nibarger and Director of Curriculum & Instruction Andra Barton. Workshop Session 1. CALL TO ORDER President Wheat called the work session to order at 5:09 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE President Wheat led the pledge of allegiance to the United States and Texas flags. 3. REVIEW OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE NOVEMBER 14, 2013, TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING AGENDA. No additional discussion. BOT Minutes 11/14 /13 Page 2 of 4 4. REPORTS a. Report regarding the School Sanction Trips policy amendments. b. Student Census as of October 28, 2013. 5. DISCUSSION ITEMS a. Update regarding 2014-2015 enrollment and an overview of the campus expansion. Superintendent Brymer provided an overview of the item. Assistant to the Superintendent DeGan provided additional planning information. Discussion ensued regarding teacher and staff recruitment, enrollment projections, on-boarding, additional academy promotional materials, conducting a general informational meeting for any prospective families and the student induction buddy program. b. Follow-up Discussion from Board’s May 17, 2013 Planning Retreat. Superintendent Brymer and Assistant to the Superintendent DeGan provided an overview of the item. Discussion ensued regarding strategy mapping, defining “highest individual potential”, Municipal and Academic competing objectives and conducting an additional workshop on this topic. c. Discussion regarding the 2013 School FIRST Rating and Annual Financial Management Report. Finance Director Piper provided an overview of the rating. Mr. Greg Shropshire, Patillo Brown & Hill, provided an overview of the auditing filing with Texas Education Agency. Discussion ensued regarding any long term effects of the rating, an explanation of the rating, corrective action plan, and posting an explanation of the rating on the academy website. BOT Minutes 11/14 /13 Page 3 of 4 d. Discussion of the proposed Spring Senior Trip to Costa Rica. Assistant to the Superintendent DeGan provided an overview of the proposed trip itinerary. Mrs. Kelly Lynch provided additional details regarding the proposed trip. Discussion ensued regarding the timing of the trip, service component, IB components, number of chaperones, student feedback, completing a reference check, student participation, student-parent contract, and consequences of improper behavior. e. Update and discussion regarding Westlake Academy Phase I expansion project and enrollment projections. Facilities and Recreation Director Meyer stated the project is moving forward as scheduled. 6. BOARD RECAP / STAFF DIRECTION - None 7. ADJOURNMENT President Wheat adjourned the work session at 6:31 p.m. Regular Session 1. CALL TO ORDER President Wheat called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. 2. CITIZENS' PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS: 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. BOT Minutes 11/14 /13 Page 4 of 4 3. CONSENT AGENDA a. Consider approval of the minutes from the October 7, 2013, meeting. b. Consider approval of Resolution 13-14, Authorizing the termination of the agreement with Best Facility for janitorial services. c. Consider approval of Resolution 13-14, Authorizing the Town Manager to intern into an agreement with North Central Janitorial for janitorial services. d. Consider approval of the Spring Senior Trip to Costa Rica. MOTION: Trustee Langdon made a motion to approve items a-c of the consent agenda. Trustee Barrett seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 3-0. MOTION: Trustee Langdon made a motion to approve item d of the consent agenda approving the Senior trip to Costa Rica with the following conditions, Staff perform a reference check and create a parent-student contract. Trustee Stoltenberg seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 3-0. 4. BOARD CALENDAR 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - None 6. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Trustee Barrett made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Trustee Langdon seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 3-0. President Wheat adjourned the meeting at 6:33 p.m. APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ON DECEMBER 2, 2013. ATTEST: ____________________________ Laura Wheat, President _____________________________ Kelly Edwards, Board Secretary BOARD CALENDAR  Town Offices Closed; in observance of Thanksgiving November 28-29, 2013  Board of Trustees Meeting December 2, 2013  Westlake Community Tree Lighting December 5, 2013; 6-8:00 pm WA Campus – Town Green (east of Gym)  Westlake Employee Award & Christmas Dinner December 6, 2013; 6:30 pm Ft. Worth Stockyards-Billy Bob’s Club 81 Banquet Hall  Town Council Meeting December 9, 2013  Westlake Academy Winter Break December 23, 2013 - January 6, 2014  Town Offices Closed; in observance of Christmas December 24-25, 2013  Town Offices Closed; in observance of New Year’s Day January 1, 2014 Westlake Academy Item #4 Board Calendar 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 Westlake Academy Item # 5 – Future Agenda Items Westlake Academy Item # 6 – Adjournment Back up material has not been provided for this item.