Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
July 30, 2026
1160 N. 645 West, Washington, Utah
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/4dchFxN
Agenda Item
Presenter
Action taken
Time
Board training
Chair Adams
Jamee's presentation @ UAPCS Conference - Leading through conflict
Conflict is not the problem - opposing demands, miscommunication
3 Dysfunctional behaviors - avoidance, appeasing, aggression
Staying safe for individual
5:30pm
Board Meeting Call to Order
Chair Adams
Board Members in Attendance: Jamee Adams (Chair) | Marisa Granado (Secretary) | Elizabeth Chesley | Shelby Bridges (joined at 6:31pm)| Matt McDonald | Jana Rae Warren
Others in Attendance: Kasidi Havens (Executive Director), Nate Adams (Red Apple, via Zoom)
Reading of School Vision and Mission Statement by Matt McDonald
Adjournment set for 8:00PM
6:08PM
Approve Minutes from Previous Meetings
Chair Adams
Motion: Matt McDonald motions to approve the Board Meeting Minutes from June 20, 2026.
Elizabeth Chesley seconds.
Ayes: Jamee Adams, Marisa Granado, Elizabeth Chesley, Matt McDonald, Jana Rae Warren
Nays: None
Abstains: None
The motion is passed.
Jana Rae Warren motions to approve the Board Meeting Minutes from June 24, 2026.
Elizabeth Chesley seconds.
Ayes: Jamee Adams, Marisa Granado, Elizabeth Chesley, Matt McDonald, Jana Rae Warren
Nays: None
Abstains: None
The motion is passed.
Public Comment
Chair Adams
*Please note that the Board will not take action on any items introduced during
this portion of the meeting according to Utah Code 52-4-202(6)(b)
none
Enrollment
Chair Adams
Enrollment:
As of July 30, 2026 - 270 active students, noted highest enrollment in five years, anticipate 5-10% withdrawals within first month
Calendar
Secretary Marisa Granado
Calendar
Aug 7 - Teachers return for PD (Wed-Wed)
Aug 12 - Warm Welcome 9-11am
Aug 13 - 1st Day of School (K-7)
Aug 20 - Scheduled Board Meeting
Sept 7 - No School (Labor Day)
Financial Training & Report
Nate Adams (Red Apple)
Financial Summary as of June 30, 2026
No statement for current info, watching enrollment to amend and finalize current budget
Finalizing Audit with reimbursements, grants, etc. Sent to state at end of October
Signature from Jamee for Fraud Assessment
Next month Risk Management Insurance - Nate will look into if policy automatically renews, confirmed by Kasidi and Josh (Beehive Insurance)
Oct 8 will do an in-person finance training at board meeting
Administrative Report
Executive Director Kasidi Havens
Overview
standardizing the enrollment process including records for application process via FrogTummy on website
include FRPA guidelines protecting information of families
Staffing - only needs in Kindergarten TA and Math Title 1 teacher
SPED remote director/mentor onsite 2 days/week, scheduling, compliance, supporting student needs
clarification on job descriptions for all staff
weekly all staff meetings continue, change to morning
intentional scheduling and utilization of time
Implement Love And Logic Culture for classroom management, training by Ms. Christian
Software with student data, attendance, and behavior tracking
School Counselor (LMFT) onsite Fridays using grant funds
Continue with same curriculum and instruction
Outdoor Classroom: collab with Julianne from Department of Natural Resources to draft ideas for campus; 3-yr plan for permaculture, weather stations, trail system with identifying plaques/signs, onsite aviary to rehabilitate birds, observation deck, 7th grade legacy capstone project/curriculum
Redo outdoor classroom flooring, trails ADA compliant, future amphitheater, sell inflatable tent, find new canopy shade structures, create labyrinth
Before-After School program through Boys & Girls Club collaborates with school program, culture, and outdoor curriculum; not in place yet, grant based, additional resources for vouchers, housing, family support, etc.
Cactus certified in compliance
Class Dojo for communication with families, free
PTO same volunteers with additional members
Operations & Facilities
In compliance with safety , police officer part of team
New flooring in kitchen completed before start date
Building art and updates, murals in collaboration with other local charter schools
Collaborate with Joe (Executive Director) from SEDC, help with training, IT, educators licensing, policies, etc.
Regular school days M-Th 9am-3pm, Fri 9am-2pm
Board and School info
Contract with Red Apple (Nate Adams), access and info for Board
Systemized access to all services, vendors, contact information within school (Kasidi), assistance from Royce
Most recent financial audit from Nate for Board, coming soon
Committee Reports
Academic Performance Committee - Kasidi Havens, Chair
1-2 page summary of academic performance for the last 3 years, benchmark/report card with data from Rise & Acadience
Policy and Land Trust Committee - Kasidi Havens, Chair
Finance & Audit Committee - Elizabeth Chesley, Chair
Hiring Committee - Elizabeth Chesley, Chair
Marketing & Outreach Committee - Matt McDonald, Chair
Director Evaluation Committee - Shelby Bridges, Chair
Committee will meet on Aug 14 at school, Jamee will reserve conference room
Review with Kasidi on Aug 18
Present at Aug 20 Board Meeting
Governance Committee - Jamee Adams, Chair
Charter update, review by Jamee with assistance from Shannon, bring changes in document to Board for review
Discussion / Action Items
Chair Adams
*Discussion Items:
New standard for getting the agenda prepared - 1 week ahead of time
Board Self-Assessment Review (See this: https://forms.gle/d5s2FUUZsmfhi6ZXA) understanding of how well Board members function, needs improvement in areas of governance of charter, clarity of responsibilities, policies, bylaws, strategic planning
Review of School Mission and Vision - no current changes
Discussion of Board Mission and Vision - clarify role of Board to govern 'How Well vs. How Will'. Starting with educating and training ourselves to work together and accomplish goals of school. Info shared by Director to synergize with Board.
Review of Charter Discussion -Jamee will begin process of updating charter
Board Member Handbook; yearly review and compile signatures from each Board member
Director Evaluation - Have all criteria ready by August 20th Board Meeting
Review of Board policies - monthly throughout the year - aligned with UAPCS training
Shannon Greer appreciation night (Aug 20 Board meeting) - explain new UACPS training throughout year, Jana Rae will arrange bringing card and gift
Nate Adams appreciation night (Oct 8 Board meeting) - Jana Rae will arrange bringing card and gift
Reminder: Open and Public Meetings Training (Needs to be completed yearly by all board members)
2026 Legislative Review - may have all members take Public School Oath of Office, Jamee will find out details for completion
Has Matt been fingerprinted? - Check to update background checks for members and show on website
*Action Items:
Motion: Elizabeth Chesley motions to approve Courtney Carter getting LEA licence.
Shelby Bridges seconds.
Ayes: Jamee Adams, Marisa Granado, Elizabeth Chesley, Shelby Bridges, Matt McDonald, Jana Rae Warren
Nays: None
Abstains: None
The motion is passed.
Adjournment
Chair Adams
Motion:
Shelby Bridges motions to adjourn the meeting.
Matt McDonald seconds.
Ayes: Jamee Adams, Marisa Granado, Shelby Bridges, Elizabeth Chesley, Matt McDonald, Jana Rae Warren
Nays: None
Abstains: None
The motion is passed.
The meeting is adjourned.
9:04PM
Next Meeting
August 20, 2026 - MVM Conference Room
6:00pm
Audio Links:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E0FSiPy-CzgJqVxGk5kPNl9pa_Huqd3M/view?usp=drive_link
https://drive.google.com/file/d/131nkah4ZwgYXe45cZ6IWqBHCiODysh-r/view?usp=drive_link
Vision
At Mountain View Montessori, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
Mountain View Montessori provides quality education founded on child-centered Montessori principles with project based learning to achieve academic excellence. We are dedicated to supporting the whole child by fostering intellectual, emotional and physical growth.
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
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