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Meeting Notice July 11th, 2021 (Budget Meeting)

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Originally Posted: June 30th, 2021

Last Updated: July 2nd, 2021

FY22 Proposed Budget: https://www.ade.az.gov/sfsinbound/GeneralUpload/173481.xls

 

Budget Adoption Hearing Notification : https://www.ade.az.gov/sfsinbound/GeneralUpload/173482.xls

Notice:

  • Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

  • Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    • On this webpage below

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

  • Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

  • Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

  • Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

  • For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

 

When:

  • Meeting Will Be: Sunday, July 11th, 2021 @ 10AM Arizona Time

  • Meeting Notice Posted: Wednesday, June 30th, 2021 @ 6PM Arizona Time

 

Location/Joining Info:

  • This meeting will be completely virtual. Log in by going to gotomeet.me/mroll2

 

Purpose:

  • Regularly scheduled business of the school and its oversight.

  • Discuss and possibly approve initial budget for 21-22 school year.

 

 

Agenda (Note – New Business Based on April 11th Meeting Agenda Creation):

  1. Call to Order

  2. Roll Call

3.     Call to the Public

This is the time for the public to comment on issues within the Governing Boards jurisdiction. Speakers will be given one minute to share their comments. State statute prohibits the Governing Board from discussing an item that is not on the agenda and Governing Board members are not permitted to discuss or take legal action on matters raised during the call to the public, unless such matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of each public comment, Arizona law only allows the Governing Board to respond to criticism, request that staff review a matter or request that a matter be added to a future agenda. The Public is discouraged from using this portion of the Agenda to make complaints against school personnel or persons connected with the Schools. Rather, the public is encouraged to use the Schools’ internal procedures for this purpose. 

4.     Financials

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a regular review of the school’s dashboard, annual and year-to-date budgets, balance sheet, disbursements, and items related to internal controls. This should be done several times per year but is not required for every meeting.

 

5.     Executive Report

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a general report of school operations for the purpose of informing. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

6.     New Business

1.     Review and Approval of last meeting’s minutes.

2.    Budget Review and Adoption Vote

3.    Discussion and possible vote on Possibility of Adding New Members.

4.      Discussion and possible vote on Review of the bylaws for the potential for the non-voting advisory board. 

5.      Discussion and possible vote on updated Staff Reviews Forms.

6.     Summary of current events 

 

The executive director, presiding officer, or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

8.     Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas

 

9.     Adjournment 

 

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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Meeting Notice June 20th, 2021 (Budget Meeting)

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Notice:

  • Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

  • Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    • On this webpage below

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

  • Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

  • Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

  • Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

  • For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

 

When:

  • Meeting Will Be: Sunday, June 20th, 2021 @ 10AM Arizona Time

  • Meeting Notice Posted: Wednesday, June 16th, 2021 @ 4PM Arizona Time

 

Location/Joining Info:

  • This meeting will be completely virtual. Log in by going to gotomeet.me/mroll2

 

Purpose:

  • Regularly scheduled business of the school and its oversight.

  • Review and approve initial budget for 21-22 school year.

 

 

Agenda (Note – New Business Based on April 11th Meeting Agenda Creation):

  1. Call to Order

  2. Roll Call

3.     Call to the Public

This is the time for the public to comment on issues within the Governing Boards jurisdiction. Speakers will be given one minute to share their comments. State statute prohibits the Governing Board from discussing an item that is not on the agenda and Governing Board members are not permitted to discuss or take legal action on matters raised during the call to the public, unless such matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of each public comment, Arizona law only allows the Governing Board to respond to criticism, request that staff review a matter or request that a matter be added to a future agenda. The Public is discouraged from using this portion of the Agenda to make complaints against school personnel or persons connected with the Schools. Rather, the public is encouraged to use the Schools’ internal procedures for this purpose. 

4.     Financials

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a regular review of the school’s dashboard, annual and year-to-date budgets, balance sheet, disbursements, and items related to internal controls. This should be done several times per year but is not required for every meeting.

 

5.     Executive Report

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a general report of school operations for the purpose of informing. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

6.     New Business

1.     Review and Approval of last meeting’s minutes.

2.      Initial Budget Review and Adoption Vote

3.      Discussion and possible vote on Possibility of Adding New Members and finding a board president.

4.      Discussion and possible vote on Review of the bylaws for the potential for the non-voting advisory board. 

5.      Discussion and possible vote on updated Staff Reviews Forms.

6. Review and Vote on the FY22 school calendar (on the agenda for every May meeting)

 

7.     Summary of current events 

 

The executive director, presiding officer, or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

8.     Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas

 

9.     Adjournment 

 

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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Meeting Notice May 2nd, 2021

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Notice:

  • Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

  • Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    • On this webpage below

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

  • Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

  • Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

  • Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

  • For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

 

When:

  • Meeting Will Be: Sunday, May 2nd, 2021 @ 10AM Arizona Time

  • Meeting Notice Posted: Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 @ 11AM Arizona Time

 

Location/Joining Info:

  • This meeting will be completely virtual. Log in by going to gotomeet.me/mroll2

 

Purpose:

  • Regularly scheduled business of the school and its oversight.

 

 

Agenda (Note – New Business Based on April 11th Meeting Agenda Creation):

  1. Call to Order

  2. Roll Call

3.     Call to the Public

This is the time for the public to comment on issues within the Governing Boards jurisdiction. Speakers will be given one minute to share their comments. State statute prohibits the Governing Board from discussing an item that is not on the agenda and Governing Board members are not permitted to discuss or take legal action on matters raised during the call to the public, unless such matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of each public comment, Arizona law only allows the Governing Board to respond to criticism, request that staff review a matter or request that a matter be added to a future agenda. The Public is discouraged from using this portion of the Agenda to make complaints against school personnel or persons connected with the Schools. Rather, the public is encouraged to use the Schools’ internal procedures for this purpose. 

4.     Financials

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a regular review of the school’s dashboard, annual and year-to-date budgets, balance sheet, disbursements, and items related to internal controls. This should be done several times per year but is not required for every meeting.

 

5.     Executive Report

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a general report of school operations for the purpose of informing. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

6.     New Business

1.     Review and Approval of last meeting’s minutes.

2.      Discussion and Approval or Comment of Pascua Yaqui and Desert Diamond grant applications. Pascua Yaqui will be telescope and Desert Diamond Greenhouse 

3.      Discussion and possible vote on Possibility of Adding New Members and finding a board president.

4.      Discussion and possible vote on Review of the bylaws for the potential for the non-voting advisory board. 

5.      Discussion and possible vote on updated Staff Reviews Forms.

6. Review and Vote on the FY22 school calendar (on the agenda for every May meeting)

 

7.     Summary of current events 

 

The executive director, presiding officer, or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

8.     Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas

 

9.     Adjournment 

 

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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Meeting Notice April 25th, 2021

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Notice:

  • Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

  • Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    • On this webpage below

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

  • Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

  • Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

  • Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

  • For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

 

When:

  • Meeting Will Be: Sunday, April 25th, 2021 @ 10AM Arizona Time

  • Meeting Notice Posted: Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 @ 11AM Arizona Time

 

Location/Joining Info:

  • This meeting will be completely virtual. Log in by going to gotomeet.me/mroll2

 

Purpose:

  • This is a quick meeting to discuss and vote on financing documents from the Charter Schools Development Corporation (CSDC) for the costs of Da Vinci Tree Academy’s expansion. This meeting is necessary for Da Vinci Tree Academy to make our expected Close of Escrow date of April 30th.

 

 

Agenda:

  1. Call to Order

  2. Roll Call

3.     Call to the Public

This is the time for the public to comment on issues within the Governing Boards jurisdiction. Speakers will be given one minute to share their comments. State statute prohibits the Governing Board from discussing an item that is not on the agenda and Governing Board members are not permitted to discuss or take legal action on matters raised during the call to the public, unless such matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of each public comment, Arizona law only allows the Governing Board to respond to criticism, request that staff review a matter or request that a matter be added to a future agenda. The Public is discouraged from using this portion of the Agenda to make complaints against school personnel or persons connected with the Schools. Rather, the public is encouraged to use the Schools’ internal procedures for this purpose. 

 

4.     New Business

1.     Review and Approval of last meeting’s minutes.

2.     Discussion and Approval of terms required for Close of Escrow from the Charter School Development Corporation for the acquisition and build out of Da Vinci Tree’s expansion.

 

5.     Adjournment 

 

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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Meeting Notice April 11th, 2021

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Notice:

  • Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

  • Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    • On this webpage below

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

  • Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

  • Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

  • Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

  • For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

When:

  • Meeting on Sunday, April 11th, 2021 @ 10AM

  • Posted on Tuesday, March 8th, 2021 @ 5:30PM

Location/Joining Info:

Virtual Meeting, Joining Info: https://www.gotomeet.me/mroll2 

Purpose:

  • Monthly meeting for conducted the regularly scheduled business of the Governing Board.

 

 

Agenda:

  1. Call to Order

  2. Roll Call

3.     Call to the Public

This is the time for the public to comment on issues within the Governing Boards jurisdiction. Speakers will be given one minute to share their comments. State statute prohibits the Governing Board from discussing an item that is not on the agenda and Governing Board members are not permitted to discuss or take legal action on matters raised during the call to the public, unless such matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of each public comment, Arizona law only allows the Governing Board to respond to criticism, request that staff review a matter or request that a matter be added to a future agenda. The Public is discouraged from using this portion of the Agenda to make complaints against school personnel or persons connected with the Schools. Rather, the public is encouraged to use the Schools’ internal procedures for this purpose. 

4.     Financials

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a regular review of the school’s dashboard, annual and year-to-date budgets, balance sheet, disbursements, and items related to internal controls. This should be done several times per year but is not required for every meeting.

5.     Executive Report

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a general report of school operations for the purpose of informing. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

6.     New Business – All of which may have Voting Items

1.     Review and Approval of last meeting’s minutes.

2.     Staff Reviews.

3.     Financial Reviewing of Documents.

4.     Application for Funding for New Projects to the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Council and the Desert Diamond Casino. 

5.     Possibility of adding new members.

6. Review and approval of updated FY21 Budget (updated 4/7/21)

7.     Summary of current events 

The executive director, presiding officer, or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

8.     Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas

9.     Adjournment 

 

 

 

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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Meeting Notice March 7th, 2021

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Notice:

  • Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

  • Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    • On this webpage below

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

  • Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

  • Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

  • Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

  • For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

 

When:

  • Meeting on Sunday, March 7th, 2021 @ 10AM

  • Posted on Tuesday, February 16th, 2021 @ 12:30PM

 

Location/Joining Info:

Virtual Meeting, Joining Info: https://www.gotomeet.me/mroll2 

 

Purpose:

  • Monthly meeting for conducted the regularly scheduled business of the Governing Board.

 

 

Agenda:

  1. Call to Order

  2. Roll Call

  3. Adjourn to Executive Session: The Board may vote to adjourn to an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431.03(3) for discussion or consultation with the Board’s attorney for legal advice regarding monthly approval of financial records.

  4. Reconvene

  5. Call to the Public

This is the time for the public to comment on issues within the Governing Boards jurisdiction. Speakers will be given one minute to share their comments. State statute prohibits the Governing Board from discussing an item that is not on the agenda and Governing Board members are not permitted to discuss or take legal action on matters raised during the call to the public, unless such matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of each public comment, Arizona law only allows the Governing Board to respond to criticism, request that staff review a matter or request that a matter be added to a future agenda. The Public is discouraged from using this portion of the Agenda to make complaints against school personnel or persons connected with the Schools. Rather, the public is encouraged to use the Schools’ internal procedures for this purpose. 

6. Financials

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a regular review of the school’s dashboard, annual and year-to-date budgets, balance sheet, disbursements, and items related to internal controls. This should be done several times per year but is not required for every meeting.

 

7.     Executive Report

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a general report of school operations for the purpose of informing. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

8.     New Business – All of which may have Voting Items

1.     Review and Approval of last meeting’s minutes.

2.     Staff Reviews

3.     Expansion News and Contract Update

4.     Application for Funding for New Projects to the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Council and the Desert Diamond Casino 

 

9.     Summary of current events 

 

The executive director, presiding officer, or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

10. Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas

 

11. Adjournment 

 

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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Meeting Notice February 15th, 2021

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Notice:

  • Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

  • Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    • On this webpage below

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    • At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

  • Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

  • Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

  • Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

  • For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

 

When:

  • Meeting on Monday, February 15th, 2021 @ 5:30 PM

  • Posted on Friday, February 12th, 2021 @ 4:30 PM

 

Location/Joining Info:

Virtual Meeting, Joining Info: https://www.gotomeet.me/mroll2 

 

Purpose:

  • Discuss and vote on an offer for financing from the Charter Schools Development Corporation for covering the costs of Da Vinci Tree Academy’s expansion.

Agenda:

  1. Call to Order

  2. Roll Call

3.     Call to the Public

This is the time for the public to comment on issues within the Governing Boards jurisdiction. Speakers will be given one minute to share their comments. State statute prohibits the Governing Board from discussing an item that is not on the agenda and Governing Board members are not permitted to discuss or take legal action on matters raised during the call to the public, unless such matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of each public comment, Arizona law only allows the Governing Board to respond to criticism, request that staff review a matter or request that a matter be added to a future agenda. The Public is discouraged from using this portion of the Agenda to make complaints against school personnel or persons connected with the Schools. Rather, the public is encouraged to use the Schools’ internal procedures for this purpose. 

4.     Financials

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a regular review of the school’s dashboard, annual and year-to-date budgets, balance sheet, disbursements, and items related to internal controls. This should be done several times per year but is not required for every meeting.

 

5.     Executive Report

 

The Principal or member of Administrative Staff may give a general report of school operations for the purpose of informing. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

6.     New Business

1.     Review and Approval of last meeting’s minutes.

2.     Discussion and Approval of a Conditional Offer from the Charter Schools Development Corporation for a mortgage loan in the amount of over $2,600,000 to finance the school’s ongoing growth.

 

7.     Summary of current events 

 

The executive director, presiding officer, or a member of the Board may present a brief summary of current events. However, pursuant to ARS 38-431.02(K) the Board may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take legal action on any matter in the summary unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. 

 

8.     Future Meeting Dates and Items for Future Agendas

 

9.     Adjournment 

 

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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(repost from 8/20/20) Meeting Notice September 2020

It all begins with an idea.

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Notice:

    •    Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

    •    Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    ◦    On this webpage below

    ◦    At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    ◦    At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    •    Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

    •    Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

    •    Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

    •    For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

When:

    •    Sun Aug 23rd, 2020 9am-10am Mountain Standard Time

Location/Joining Info:

  
This event has a video call.

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Purpose:

The purpose of this meeting is to conduct the normal business of the school for the month of September. The agenda includes but is not limited to the following topics:

  • Discussion on 20/21 Growth of the School

  • Voting on Board Members’ Resignations who completed their terms.

  • Update on the Corporate Decoupling of Storybook Cottage from STEM AZ.

Agenda:

  1. Roll Call

  2. Overview of the Agenda

  3. Review of the Previous Meeting’s Minutes

  4. Update on Storybook Cottage’s Separation from STEM Arizona

  5. (Voting Item) Handling of the Inter-Departmental Debt from the PPP Loan Process

  6. (Voting Item) September Meeting

  7. (Voting Item) Discussion and Possible Acceptance of Board Member David Beyer’s Resignation

  8. (Voting Item) Discussion and Possible Acceptance of Board Member Vivian Rushkowitz’s Resignation

  9. (Voting Item) School Mitigation Plan: State Records

  10. (Voting Item) School Mitigation Plan: Face Covering Policy

  11. Public Comment and Open Discussion

  12. (Voting Item) Adjournment

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is  intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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(repost from 9/9/20) Meeting Notice October 2020

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Notice:

    •    Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

    •    Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    ◦    On this webpage below

    ◦    At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    ◦    At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    •    Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

    •    Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

    •    Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

    •    For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

When:

    •    Sun October 11th, 2020 9am – 10am Mountain Standard Time

Location/Joining Info:

October Board Meeting
Sun, Oct 11, 2020 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM (MST)

Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/361818797

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United States: +1 (408) 650-3123

Access Code: 682-285-181

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Purpose:

The purpose of this meeting is to conduct the normal business of the school for the month of October. The agenda includes but is not limited to the following topics:

  • Discussion on 20/21 Growth of the School.

  • Updates on fillings with the state.

  • Updates on the school’s finances.

Agenda:

  1. Roll Call

  2. Overview of the Agenda

  3. New Teacher Update

  4. Staffing Update

  5. (Voting Item) Annual Financial Review (AFR)

  6. Disclosure Update

  7. Arizona Gaming Revenue Reporting for Grants

  8. Public Comment and Open Discussion

  9. (Voting Item) Adjournment

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is  intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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(repost from 10/28/20) Meeting Notice November 2020

It all begins with an idea.

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Notice:

    •    Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the general public that the STEM Arizona Governing Body will hold their scheduled meetings at the Da Vinci Tree Academy located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, Arizona, Carver Building Classroom A. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation: such as a language interpreter, by contacting the Da Vinci Tree Academy Administrative Office at 520-372-4606. Act (29 CFR 35.106; Notice).

    •    Copies of the meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found:

    ◦    On this webpage below

    ◦    At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, G.W. Carver Building front desk located at 8055 E 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    ◦    At the Da Vinci Tree Academy, M. Curie Building entrance located at 1102 S Sherwood Village Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    •    Meeting notices and agendas will be available at least 24 hours prior to the Governing Body Meeting.

    •    Governing Body Meetings will be scheduled and held on the weekend, typically on the first Sunday of each month at 9 AM.

    •    Telephonic access to Governing Body meetings will be provided at the school.

    •    For the duration of the pandemic, meetings will be held virtually for the health and wellness of all involved. Instructions to join the video meeting will be included in each posting.

When:

    •    Sun November 1st, 2020 9am – 9:30am Mountain Standard Time

Location/Joining Info:

https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/291514165

Purpose:

The purpose of this meeting is to conduct the normal business of the school for the month of November. The agenda includes but is not limited to the following topics:

  • Review Memorandum of Understandings

  • Update of Storybook Cottage / STEM Arizona Decoupling

  • Update on school expansion plans

Agenda:

  1. Roll Call

  2. Overview of the Agenda

  3. Review of Previous Meeting Minutes

  4. Storybook Cottage Decoupling Update

  5. Pascua Yaqui Grant Application

  6. Expansion Update (Physical Property)

  7. Disclosure (MOU) Update

  8. Winter Holiday Gifts

  9. Public Comment and Open Discussion

  10. (Voting Item) Adjournment

The information above is posted on ADE’s website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is  intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.

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