ACADEMY STAFF REPORT RECOMMENDATIONS
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Discuss, consider and act regarding WA Resolution 25-03 adopting the Westlake Academy Academic Calendar for School Year 2025-2026 (Head of School Dr. Kelly Ritchie)
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STAFF: Dr. Kelly Ritchie, Head of School
BACKGROUND:
The Westlake Academy Administrative Team has reviewed and is proposing the approval of the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar.
DISCUSSION:
In November, a committee of Westlake Academy teachers and staff members was formed to develop two drafts of the 2025-2026 academic calendar. The group’s main task was to gather feedback from staff on the effectiveness of the current late-start Wednesdays and to identify areas where the calendar could be innovated. By considering input from various stakeholders, the committee aimed to design a more effective and flexible academic schedule that better supports both students and staff, while fostering continued growth and improvement at the academy.
In addition, the Westlake Academy community was asked to respond to a survey indicating their preference to retain late state Wednesdays. The staff and community surveys indicated a slight majority preference to continue with late start Wednesdays for the 2025-2026 school year. It is our recommendation that the board approve Draft 2 and take appropriate action.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
The administration met and reviewed all feedback and have found Draft 2 to reflect the current preference of the overall community to continue with late start Wednesdays. It is our recommendation that the board approve Draft 2 and take appropriate action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Resolution WA 25-03
Draft 1 Proposed SY 25-26 Academic Calendar
Draft 2 Proposed SY 25-26 Academic Calendar
BOARD OF TRUSTEES ACTION/OPTIONS:
1) Motion to approve
2) Motion to amend with the following stipulations (please state stipulations in motion)
3) Motion to table
4) Motion to deny