Jacob Johnson

This strategic plan outlines Greenlighting Criteria for the CSGF Strategic Growth Institute, covering the period of 2026-2031. It establishes specific metrics and thresholds across key categories, including Student Enrollment (K-8), Facilities for Expansion, Financial performance, Pedagogical effectiveness, Talent retention and recruitment, and Community Buy-in, to guide decisions for strategic growth initiatives.

This strategic plan outlines Yuba River Charter School's roadmap to deepen its current educational offerings and expand its Waldorf education model to more students and families. Key priorities include codifying the pedagogical model, strengthening organizational structures, cultivating family partnerships, and preparing governance and facilities for responsible scale. The plan envisions expanding access to serve over 500 children in the TK-8 program by 2030, with a potential high school program, aiming to be a lighthouse of human-centered learning and a model of social renewal.

The board discussed and approved several items, including updates to the Homestudy Guidelines Policy, fiscal reports, and staffing models for Special Education for the upcoming school year. The board also reviewed and approved job descriptions for various administrative and support roles, including an updated job purpose statement for the Assistant Principal/Education Director. Salary schedules for certificated and classified staff were approved. Additionally, the board discussed strategic planning progress, the potential for a Facilities Master Plan consultancy agreement, and housekeeping items regarding future board recruitment.

The Board of Directors meeting agenda includes the review and potential approval of parent council and fiscal reports, alongside a comprehensive list of staff contract offers for the upcoming school year. Discussion items include the introduction and approval of new board parent representatives, the assignment of board officer positions, and the scheduling of future regular meetings and an annual retreat. Furthermore, the board will review a draft strategic plan for the next five years, discuss a facilities master plan, evaluate a request to increase kindergarten class size, and review proposed changes to several school policies, including fundraising, class accounts, field trips, uniforms, and visitor access.

The board reviewed the mid-year update on the Local Control and Accountability Plan and the Budget Overview for Parents. The primary focus of the meeting was an extensive discussion regarding the strategic planning process, incorporating concepts of Waldorf education and organizational development. Additionally, the board discussed housekeeping matters, specifically the timeline for the director evaluation and the status of Waldorf leadership training.