Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 03-18-2021 Pending Approval

March 21, 2021/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes /by Nancy Glover

Board of Directors Zoom Meeting Minutes

March 18th, 2021, 5:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter		Time
Board Meeting Call to Order	Chair Haendiges	Board Members in Attendance on Zoom: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Jessi Cox, Rachel Webb Board Members Absent: Roy Johnson Others in Attendance on Zoom:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Nate Adams (Red Apple), Amber Bain	5:00
Approve Minutes From Previous Meeting	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jessi Cox motions to approve the minutes. Anna Eldridge Seconds Collective vote: Aye Minutes are approved
Public Comment	Chair Haendiges	No Public Comment
Discussion Items	Chair Haendiges	Board membership- Jessi Rowley has resigned after serving the board for 1 ½ years. Thank you for your service. Strategic Plan: Chair Haendiges presented his findings from the faculty focus group. The 3 top comments were about community in the school and with parents, a strong Montessori identity and leadership similar to a PTVO to get parents involved with certain tasks.
Director’s Report	Director Bergeron	Mrs. Bain completed testing ELL students this past week. The school had their TItle 1 compliance check with the state and it went great. Director Bergeron held a zoom meeting with parents called Check in with Chelsea that was very informative. This week an out of state Montessori Consultant observed classrooms. The school is getting ready for end of year testing on the RISE portal. Testing will begin the last week of April. This year’s testing will not affect the school standing with the state. The testing will primarily be used for data to pinpoint any earning loss due to Covid. Strategic planning- the state was made aware of the school’s plan to rebrand and of using an estimate of $300,000 from savings towards this.
Financial Report	Nate Adams Red Apple	The school’s bottomline is currently in the black and preliminary budgets for next school will be started.
Committee Reports		No Committee Reports
Action Items	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jessi Cox motions to vote on approving the Transgender policy as presented to the board. Nancy Glover seconds Ayes: Jessi Cox, Nancy Glover Nays: Ana Eldridge Abstentions: Rachel Webb The motion is passed. Motion: Jessi Cox motions to change the name of the school from Dixie Montessori Academy to Mountain View Montessori. Ana Eldridge Seconds Ayes: Ana Elddridge, Jessi Cox, Nancy Glover Abstentions: Rachel Webb The motion is passed. Motion: Jessi Cox motions to vote on not using a DBA. Ana Eldridge Seconds Ayes: Ana Eldridge, Jessi Cox, Nancy Glover Abstentions: Rachel Webb The motion is passed Motion: Jessi Cox votes to engage in the rebranding of the school. Ana Eldridge Seconds Ayes: Jessi Cox, Nancy Glover Abstentions: Rachel Webb, Ana Eldridge The motion is passed.
Adjournment	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Ana Eldridge motions to adjourn. Jessi Cox seconds Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Meeting is adjourned	7:05
Next Board Meeting	Chair Haendiges	April 8th, 2021 5pm presented on Zoom.

Audio link:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18CpEH34QJoCQEAK99cUmVLExsH80EhXV/view?usp=sharing

Vision

At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.

Mission

The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 2-11-2021

February 14, 2021/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes /by Nancy Glover

Board of Directors Zoom Meeting Minutes

February 11th, 2021, 5:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter	Questions to answer	Time
Board Meeting Call to Order	Chair Haendiges	Board Members in Attendance on Zoom: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Others in Attendance on Zoom:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Nate Adams, Heather King, Dennis Siisterra-Gonzales, Marie Steffensen State Charter School Board (SCSB), Andrew Vardas-Doane (SCBC), William Evans (SCSB)	5:00
Approve Minutes From Previous Meeting	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Rachel Webb motions to approve the minutes. Jessi Cox Seconds Collective vote: Aye Minutes are approved
Public Comment	Chair Haendiges	No Public Comment
Discussion Items	Chair Haendiges	Discussion on Strategic Plan Draft using the survey results from parents and staff. The Strategic Plan draft includes 4 strategies (holistic Montessori philosophy, school identity, communication and involvement with stakeholders and employee rete
Director’s Report	Director Bergeron	Director Bergeron presented an update on Covid, Academics, Grant process and IDEA Complaint
Financial Report	Nate Adams Red Apple	The school’s bottomline is currently in the black. State revenues have been trued-up. The goal with the budget is to continue to stay in the black and add more revenue to the budget.
Committee Reports	Ana Eldredge	Campus Management and Technology Committee: The money from the fundraisers were used to purchase 5 additional picnic tables. These tables will allow for classes to take advantage of eating outside and also for teaching outside.
Action Items	Jessi Cox	Jessi Cox presented the Complaint/ Grievance Policy and form. The goal was to have a policy in place for all stakeholders, staff and students to know the procedure and organizational structure for filing a complaint/grievance. This policy encourages informal action of complaint using Montessori philosophy. If informal action doesn’t resolve then the policy includes formal actions with timelines. The form that was presented will give the opportunity to be specific with complaint/grievance, a goal for desired outcomes, details of the policy and timelines for submitting. The current No Action Policy will refer to this policy. Motion: Rachel Webb motions to vote on approving the Complaint/Grievance Policy. Ana Eldredge seconds. Voting by roll call: Ana Eldredge aye, Rachel Webb aye, Joleen Rowley aye, Nancy Glover aye, Jessi Cox aye and Roy Johnson aye. The motion is passed. Motion: Rachel Webb motions to vote on approving the Complaint/Grievance Form. Ana Eldredge seconds Collective Vote: Aye The motion is passed Jessi Cox presented the Suspension & Expulsion Policy which will establish procedures for communication and timelines dealing withr suspensions, expulsions and mandatory expulsions. Motion: Jessi Cox minions to vote to approve the Suspension & Expulsion Policy. Ana Eldredge Seconds Voting by roll call: Rachel Webb aye, Jessi Cox aye, Ana Eldredge aye, Joleen Rowely aye, Nancy Glover aye and Roy Johnson Aye. The motion is passed. Jessi Cox presented the Transgender Policy. The school currently follows State & Federal laws and guidelines for transgender students. The school does not currently have a transgender policy in its manual. The policy presented uses the same language from George Washington Academy’s policy. The policy includes definitions, procedures for facilities, classrooms, activities and anti-bullying. This policy will follow USBE, State and Federal policies. Jessi Cox motions to vote on approving the Transgender Policy. Nancy Glover Seconds The previous motions were rescinded with Ana Eldredge motioning to table passing this policy until the next board meeting. Joleen Rowley Seconds Collective Voting: Aye The motion is passed. The Child FInd Improvement Policy will be tabled until the next board meeting. The policy is currently under USBE review.
Adjournment	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jessi Cox motions to adjourn. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges. Meeting is adjourned	7:05
Next Board Meeting	Chair Haendiges	March 18th, 2021 5pm presented on Zoom.

Audio Recording link:

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Vision

At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.

Mission

The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 1-14-2021

January 18, 2021/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes, Uncategorized /by Nancy Glover

Board of Directors Zoom Meeting Minutes

January 14th, 2021, 5:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter	Questions to answer	Time
Board Meeting Call to Order	Chair Haendiges	Board Members in Attendance on Zoom: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Others in Attendance On Zoom:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Nate Adams, Heather King, Patrisha Poole, Amber Bain	5:00
Approve Minutes From Previous Meeting	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Joleen Rowely motions to approve the minutes from December 10th. Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb
Public Comment		No Public Comment
Director’s Report	Director Bergeron	1. Academics Update: Finishing up Middle of Year testing and we will assess students needs based on the data. The SPED Wellness Room is up and running. It has areas for sensory processing, deescalation and for the SPED department to meet with students. Art Department- trying to find substitute teachers and so far there have been no qualified applicants. 2. Grants: All grants are applied for on time and up-to-date. 3. Covid: new quarantine protocols from the state. If exposed within school no quarantining as long as everyone is wearing a mask. The Covid vaccine is now available for all K-8 educators in our county. 4. Calendar: We added two teacher prep days to match Washington County. 5. Enrollment is currently at 192 this is including distance learning students.
Financial Report	Nate Adams Red Apple	The current budget as of December is where we anticipated we will be at. New grant money hasn’t been added to the budget yet as we need more information on the grant to find the applicable place to add to budget. The WiFi upgrade had been reimbursed. PPE and Coronavirus Grants have been budgeted out for the new year. Current budget is in the black
Committee Reports		Jessi Cox- Policy Committee has scheduled a meeting for 1/25 to discuss Conflict of Interest Policy. Ana Eldridge- Campus Management and Technology no purchases have been made for additional recess supplies. The SPED Wellness Room is complete. The HVAC Filters in the school have been changed. The school has enough cleaning supplies for the next 3 years.
Discussion Items	Chair Haendiges	Strategic Plan Survey: This time was used for brainstorming and going over survey results. Recap: How to change reputation of school (Rebranding), Types of Communications, Stakeholder involvement, Identifying our specific brand of Montessori.
Action Items	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Rachel Webb motions to approve Title I Policy that was presented to the board. Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges. Policy Passes	6:00
Adjournment	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jessi Cox motions to adjourn. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges.	6:30
Next Board Meeting	Chair Haendiges	February 11th, 2021 5pm

Audio Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13DlRWbINXAl-4Vubik9xXF1xs8HPyIA0/view?usp=sharing

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 12-10-2020

December 12, 2020/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes /by Nancy Glover

Board of Directors Zoom Meeting Minutes

December 10th, 2020, 5:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter	Questions to answer	Time
Board Meeting Call to Order	Chair Haendiges	Board Members in Attendance on Zoom: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Others in Attendance On Zoom:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Nate Adams, Marie Steffensen, William Evans	5:05
Approve Minutes From Previous Meeting	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jessi Cox motions to approve the minutes from October. Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb
Director’s Report	Director Bergeron	1. Covid Updates: We are doing really well and currently have no staff/faculty out due to Covid. We are continuing to take all precautions and follow all procedures. 2. Faculty Changes: Mr. Burnes has retired and we have hired Mariah Heaton for the SPED team. 3. Academics: We are currently administering middle of year assessments in math and reading. Mrs. Bergeron will have each teacher formally evaluated with an observation before Christmas. 4. Grants: All grant applications are up to date and turned into the state. 5. SPED: The SPED department passed their compliance visit with USBE and had no corrections. They continue to consult and receive Professional Learning from Jennifer Slade. 6. Mrs. Bergeron will be putting together a wellness room this weekend. The room will be used as a SPED room for sensory and refocusing for students.
Financial Report	Nate Adams Red Apple	Currently tracking grants and as of now the PPE and Coronavirus Relief Grant extra funds need to be used by January 1st. The school is currently operating in the black with 15,000.
Closed Session	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jim Haendiges motions to enter closed session for discussion of Mental Health of an individual. Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye by Roll Call: Ana Eldrige, Nancy Glover, Jessi Cox, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Roy Johnson No Action Items from Closed Session
Discussion Items	Jessi Cox	Policy review of current Suspension Policy and communication with parents and complaint process. Conflict of Interest Policy: drafting a new policy on how to handle this better and resolution.
Action Items	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jessi Cox motions to vote on time and Effort Title 1 Policy. Rachel Webb Seconds Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges. Policy Passes Motion: Jessi Cox motions to vote on Maintenance and Effort Policy. Rachel Webb Seconds Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges.	6:00
Strategic Plan	Marie Steffensen & William Evans	SWOT analysis and Strategic Planning
Adjournment	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Rachel Webb motions to adjourn. Ana Eldridge Seconds. Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges.	7:25
Next Board Meeting	Chair Haendiges	January 14th, 2021

Audio Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C4CxMdVVjuaaK3vUmB-nO4MlPOP6zrXY/view?usp=sharing

Vision

At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.

Mission

The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 10-22-2020

October 25, 2020/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes /by Nancy Glover

October 22nd, 2020, 5:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter	Questions to answer	Time
Board Meeting Call to Order	Chair Haendiges	Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Others in Attendance:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Nate Adams, Heather King	5:00
Approve Minutes From Previous Meeting	Secretary Glover	Motion: Jessi Cox motions to approve minutes from September. Rachel Webb Seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb
Director’s Report	Director Bergeron	Covid Updates: There are no positive Coivd cases at the school. The state released new guidelines for a modified quarantine protocol. USBE released 2 new grants for PPE and Coronavirus supplies that we will be applying for. We will be using the funds to cover expenditures on child-sized masks, gloves cleaning supplies and copies for take-home packets for distance learners. We are reiterating safety procedures and expectations each week with our students when they arrive on Monday mornings. Kinsa Fluency App is available to all families. It is a free thermometer and app for health updates about the school. Academics Update: Students and teachers are loving having an activity each day (music, art, PE, library and computer). All of our online programs and assessments are fully set-up and functioning. Teachers will be receiving 3 hours of Professional Learning on Specialized Instruction from Jennifer Slade (Former USBE UPIPS Coordinator). Events: Scarecrow Walk- Mrs. Poole and Mrs. Bain created an awesome scarecrow that won 2nd place at the Red Hills Desert Garden. Multi-cultural market due to Covid each class will be celebrating this within their own classrooms on October 30th. Veteran’s Day program will be cancelled due to Covid. Instead we plan to make letters/art for Veterans and deliver them.
Financial Report	Nate Adams Red Apple	The budget has an extra $63,000 restricted funds earmarked for Special Ed. There is a $20,00 budget shortfall in the overall budget. After consideration, we plan on moving non-restricted funds teachers to a restricted funds position (SPED) to free up the non-restricted funds to improve the bottom line.
Committee Reports		Policy:Electronic Meeting Policy Campus Management: kindergarten playground upgrade will be put on hold. No news on awnings. Fundraiser Night at Zupas November 10th. The Thermostat has been replaced and kitchen Freezer part has been ordered.
Action Items	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jessi Cox motions to approve Electronic Meeting Policy. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Aye by Roll Call: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges.
Adjournment	Chair	Rachel Webb motions we adjourn. Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye by Roll Call: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges.	6:25

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Vision

At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.

Mission

The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 09-10-2020

September 13, 2020/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes /by Nancy Glover

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes

September 10th, 2020, 5:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter	Questions to answer	Time
Board Meeting Call to Order	Chair Haendiges	Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Others in Attendance:Director Chelsea Bergerons, Nate Adams, Heather King, Amber Bain	5:05
Approve Minutes From Previous Meeting	Secretary Glover	Motion: Jim Haendiges motions to approve the minutes for the month of August.. Rachel Webb Seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb
Director’s Report	Director Bergeron	The school has exited turnaround. All Kindergartners have been given the KEEP assessment and started Acadience. The school now has access to iReady and Aimsweb. Students are loving the activity classes (art, music, library & PE). Director Bergeron has completed the first rounds of teacher observations and all teachers have received her feedback. Students are doing great with their masks and there are no positive cases of Covid so far. Partnered with Zupas for some Fundraising night to raise money to increase the amount of recess supplies available. Continuing to raise the level of academic rigor in the classrooms. In need of developing a new strategic plan to sse the school into the future. The school received 2 hand sanitizer stations and refills from the state. The custodians are doing an excellent job of keeping the building clean and disinfected..
Financial Report	Nate Adams Red Apple
Committee Reports
Action Items	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jim Haendiges motion to accept the LEA specific licensing policy into the board policy manual. Rachel Webb seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Motion: Jim Haendiges motions to approve Emily Reed for the LEA specific licensing application. Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Motion: Jessi motions to vote on the board policy manual revision. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Motion: Jim Haendiges motions to accept Early Literacy Grant Revision. Rachel Webb seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb
Adjournment	Chair	Rachel Webb motions we adjourn. Anna Eldridge Seconds Aye by Roll Call: Rachel Webb, Jessi Cox, Ana Eldridge, Nancy Glover, Jim Haendiges, Joleen Rowley, Roy Johnson.	6:05

Audio Link:

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Vision

At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.

Mission

The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 08-27-2020

August 28, 2020/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes /by Nancy Glover

Board of Directors Zoom Meeting Minutes

August 27th, 2020, 6:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter	Questions to answer	Time
Board Meeting Call to Order	Chair Haendiges	Board Members in Attendance on Zoom: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover,, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Absent: Ana Eldridge Others in Attendance on Zoom:Director Chelsea Bergeron,	5:15
Committee Report	Joleen Rowley	The Curriculum Committee reported on the Early Literacy Plan that Director Bergeron presented to the board.
Action Items	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Rachel Webb motions to accept Early Literacy Plan and approve it as presented to the board. Joleen Rowley seconds Aye by Roll Call: Nancy Glover, Joleen Rowely, Roy Johnson, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges
Adjournment	Chair	Motion: Jessi Cox motions to adjourn the meeting Rachel Webb Seconds Aye:: Joleen Rowely, Roy Johnson, Nancy Glover, Jessi Cox, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges	6:25

Audio Link:

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Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 07-30-2020

August 1, 2020/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes /by Nancy Glover

Board of Directors Zoom Meeting Minutes

30 July 2020, 6:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter	Questions to answer	Time
Board Meeting Call to Order		Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson Absent: Rachel Webb Others in Attendance:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Steve Finley	6:00
Director’s Report	Director	Director Bergeron answered questions about the school’s re-opening plan. The USBE released Coronavirus Information and Resources on the State’s website. The manual contains update recommendations and answers to questions concerning Coronavirus.
Action Items	Chair	Motion: Jim Haendiges motions that we approve the school’s re-opening plan as presented. Jessi Cox seconds Aye by roll call: Jessi Cox, Nancy Glover, Joleen Rowely, Roy Johnson, Ana Eldridge, Jim Haendiges
Adjournment	Chair	Motion: JIm Haendiges motions we adjourn. Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson	6:15

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Vision

At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.

Mission

The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes 07-09-2020

July 10, 2020/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes /by Nancy Glover

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes

09 July 2020, 6:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter		Time
Board Meeting Call to Order	Chair Heandiges	Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson Others in Attendance:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Shannon Greer Others in Attendance via Zoom: Amanda Griffith, Trent, Sally Gerisch, Kristin Fleming	6:00
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting	Secretary Glover	Motion: Nancy Glover motions we accept the minutes as presented in the board packet for June 11th. Jessi Cox seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Roy Johnson, Jessi Cox
Public Comment	Chair Haendiges	Amanda Griffith- Commented on her concerns for her children wearing masks at school.
Director’s Report	Director Bergeron	Director Bergeron answered questions about the school’s re-opening plan.
Adjourn	Chair Haendiges	Motion: Jim Haendiges motions that we adjourn the meeting. Joleen Rowley seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson	6:30

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Vision

At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.

Mission

The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.

Board Meeting Minutes 06-11-2020

June 12, 2020/0 Comments/in Meeting Minutes /by Nancy Glover

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes

11 June 2020, 7:00pm – 1160 N 645 West, Washington, Utah

Agenda Item	Presenter	Questions to answer	Time
Board Meeting Call to Order	Chair	Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Dave Berry, Liz MetCalf Board Members Absent: Beaudry Jones Others in Attendance: Steve Finley, Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Heather King, Jessi Cox, Dennis Sinisterra	7:00
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting	Secretary	Motion: Joleen Rowley motions we accept the minutes as presented in the board packet for May 14th. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf
Public Comment	Chair	No Public Comment
Set Adjournment For Open Meeting Session		Motion: Joleen Rowley proposes to adjourn at 8pm for Open Meeting Session. JIm Haendiges seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf
Director’s Report	Director
Finance Report	Business Manager	Motion: Joleen Rowley proposes to accept the forecast for the previou 2020-2020 school year. Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Motion: Liz Metcalf proposes to accept 260 enrollment budget for 2020-2021 school year. Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf
Board Governance	Chair	Motion:Joleen Rowley proposes if no response from another charter school within a week from being posted than the pirate ship will be demolished. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Motion:Jim Haendiges proposes to accept a teacher salary increase of 3%. Joleen Rowley seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Motion: Nancy Glover proposes to accept the SPED Services bid Silver Package. Dave Berry Seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf
Closed Session	Chair	Collective Bargaining Director Review New Board Candidates Motion: Nancy Glover proposes to adjourn to move to closed session. Jim Haendiges seconds Aye by Roll Call: Joleen Rowley, Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Ana Eldridge, Liz Metcalf.
Action Items from Closed Session		Motion: Nancy Glover proposes to extend a 5 year contract with a 8 % raise salary negotiable yearly to Chelsea Bergeron. Joleen Rowley seconds Aye by roll call: Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges, Liz Metcalf Motion: Jim Haendiges the board motions to invite Jessi Cox and Roy Johnson to the board. Dave Berry seconds Aye by roll call: Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges, Liz Metcalf
Board Restructure	Chair	Motion: Joleen Rowley proposes Jim Haendiges be Board Chair. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye: Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges, Liz Metcalf Motion: Jim Haendiges proposes Nancy Glover to secretary. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye: Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges, Liz Metcalf
Adjourn	Chair	Motion: Dave Berry motions that we adjourn the meeting. Liz Metcalf seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf	9:00pm

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The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.

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