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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING of the Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Idaho Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Idaho, a public charter school, will conduct a board meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2020; beginning at 8:30 a.m. at 202 Falls Avenue, Twin Falls, ID 83301. Attached hereto is an agenda of all items scheduled to be considered. Please Note: The Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Idaho may 1) take agenda items out of order; 2) combine two or more items for consideration; or 3) remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion related to an item at any time. Reasonable efforts will be made to assist and accommodate physically handicapped persons desiring to attend or participate at the meeting. Any persons requiring assistance may call Carolyn Baird at 208-283-5086 at least two business days in advance so that arrangements can be made. If you would like copies of the meeting agenda, support materials, or minutes, please email [email protected], or visit the school’s website at: https://www.pinecrestidaho.org/. For copies of meeting audio, please email [email protected]. Public comment may be limited to three minutes per person at the discretion of the Chairperson. 1

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING of the

Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Idaho, a public charter school, will conduct a board meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2020; beginning at 8:30 a.m. at 202 Falls Avenue, Twin Falls, ID 83301.

Attached hereto is an agenda of all items scheduled to be considered.

Please Note: The Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Idaho may 1) take agenda items out of order; 2) combine two or more items for consideration; or 3) remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion related to an item at any time.

Reasonable efforts will be made to assist and accommodate physically handicapped persons desiring to attend or participate at the meeting. Any persons requiring assistance may call Carolyn Baird at 208-283-5086 at least two business days in advance so that arrangements can be made.

If you would like copies of the meeting agenda, support materials, or minutes, please email [email protected], or visit the school’s website at: https://www.pinecrestidaho.org/. For copies of meeting audio, please email [email protected].

Public comment may be limited to three minutes per person at the discretion of the Chairperson.

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AGENDA February 18, 2020 Meeting of the Board of Directors of

Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

(Action may be taken on those items denoted “Action”)

1. Call to order and roll call (Action)

2. Public Comment and Discussion (No action may be taken on a matter raised under this item of the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on an agenda as an item upon which action will be taken.)

3. Review and Possible Action to Approve the Minutes from the January 7, 2020 Board

Meeting, the January 8, 2020 Work Session, and the January 24, 2020 Board Meeting (Action)

4. Interview and Possible Election of New Board Members (Action)

5. Principal’s Update by Denise Tomchek (Discussion)

6. Review and Possible Action to Approve the MOU with Academica for Incubation Year Activities (Action)

7. Discussion Regarding Legal Counsel for Pinecrest Academy of Idaho (Discussion)

8. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve the 2020/2021 School Calendar (Action)

9. Facilities Update (Discussion)

10. Public Comments and Discussion (No action may be taken on a matter raised under this item of the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on an agenda as an item upon which action will be taken.)

11. Adjournment

This notice and agenda has been posted at the following location(s):

(1) 202 Falls Avenue, Twin Falls, ID 83301 (2) www.pinecrestidaho.org

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PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO

Supporting Document

Meeting Date: February 18, 2020 Agenda Item: 3 – Review and Possible Action to Approve the Minutes from the January 7, 2020 Board Meeting, the January 8, 2020 Work Session, and the January 24, 2020 Board Meeting Number of Enclosures: 3

SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes X Action Appointments Approval Consent Agenda Information Public Hearing Regular Adoption

Presenter (s): Board Recommendation: Proposed wording for motion/action: Move to approve the minutes from the January 7, 2020 and January 24, 2020 board meetings and the January 8, 2020 work session. Fiscal Impact: N/A Estimated Length of time for consideration (in minutes): 1-2 minutes Background: Board meetings were held on January 7, 2020 and January 24, 2020; and a work session was held on January 8, 2020. As such, minutes from the meetings will need to be approved by the Board. Submitted By: Staff

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MINUTES of the meeting of the

BOARD OF DIRECTORS of PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO

January 7, 2020

The Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Northern Idaho held a public meeting on January 7, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. at 202 Falls Avenue, Twin Falls, ID 83301. 1. Call to Order and Roll Call

Board Chair Connie Stopher called the meeting to order at 3:06 p.m. with a quorum present. In attendance were Board members Lucy Keaton (phone), Alex Castaneda, Roy Villasenor, and Connie Stopher.

Academica representatives John Barlow, Ryan Reeves, and Gayle Jefferson were also present.

2. Public Comment and Discussion

There was no public comment.

3. Review and Possible Action to Approve the Bylaws of the Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Idaho Mr. John Barlow addressed the Board and stated that a minor wording change in had been made from the original Bylaws provided to the Board during the application process, other than that the document remained the same and was included in the support materials. Member Villasenor moved to approve the Bylaws of the Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Idaho. Member Castaneda seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

4. Nomination and Election of Board Member Officers for Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

Mr. Ryan Reeves addressed the Board and explained the process of electing officers. Member Keaton asked if all members of the Board must serve as officers, to which Mr. Reeves recommended that at that time it was necessary; however, if a newly Board member better fit an office in the future, a change could be made.

Member Castaneda nominated Connie Stopher as Board Chair. The Board voted unanimously to elect Connie Stopher as Board Chair.

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Member Villasenor nominated Alex Castaneda as Vice Chair. The Board voted unanimously to elect Alex Castaneda as Vice Chair.

Member Castaneda nominated Lucy Keaton as Board Secretary. The Board voted unanimously to elect Lucy Keaton as Board Secretary.

Member Castaneda nominated Roy Villasenor as Board Treasurer. The Board voted unanimously to elect Roy Villasenor as Board Treasurer.

5. Drawing of Term Limits for the Newly Elected Officers of the Board of Directors for Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

Mr. Reeves explained that the Bylaws specified that the Board would draw staggered terms in order to avoid terming out at the same time. All seats could be renewed for a second five year term. Member Stopher asked when the annual meeting would take place, to which Mr. Reeves stated that it would be held in January or February of each year as specified in the Bylaws. If a Board member was replaced, the new member would serve the remaining term for that seat.

The following term limits were drawn for the Pinecrest Academy of Idaho Board members: Connie Stopher – 3 years; Alex Castaneda – 3 years Roy Villasenor – 4 years; Lucy Keaton – 5 years; Position Five – 5 years; Position Six – 4 years; and Position Seven – 5 years.

6. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the New Charter Conditions

Mr. Barlow explained that the four conditions set forth by the Charter Commission and provided in the support materials would be discussed in detail at the work session scheduled for the next day with the Commission. Mr. Barlow advised the Board to review the conditions, generate ideas to carry them out, and be aware of the time frames involved in each condition. The four conditions were:

Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

• All board directors shall participate in a staff facilitated governance orientation within 60 days of approval and no less than six hours of staff approved governance training addressing the governance role in financial, operational, academic oversight, and legal compliance prior to May 11, 2020. This would be fulfilled by the work session the next day.

• The governing board shall present the executed facility lease and/or purchase agreement, record of any long-term debt incurred to date, and a year-one operational budget based on post-lottery enrollment estimates that evidences financial sustainability by May 11, 2020. This was being worked on, including a facility lease and budget.

• The governing board shall provide a copy of the executed services agreement with Academica Nevada This was currently being drafted.

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• The governing board shall provide a copy of the executed services agreement with Pinecrest, Inc. This was currently being drafted.

7. Review of the Draft Performance Certificate and Delegate Final Signing Authority

Mr. Barlow explained that Jenn Thompson at the Commission recommended that this document be reviewed, with the Board designating a member to review and sign the final version. The Board discussed the logistics of the next day’s meeting.

Member Castaneda moved to approve the draft Performance Certificate, with final review and authority to sign given to Member Stopher. Member Keaton seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

8. Discussion and Possible Action to Determine a Lottery Date for Equitable Selection for Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

Mr. Barlow recommended that the lottery run on March 11, 2020; stating that notification for parents would be almost immediate; however, notification on March 13th would be guaranteed. Member Stopher asked if there was a mechanism in place for families to begin the enrollment process, to which Mr. Barlow replied that, although the website was not fully operational, there was an enrollment button on the splash page that parents could click to begin the enrollment process at www.pinecrestidaho.org.

Member Stopher asked if there was a press release to announce open enrollment, to which Mr. Barlow stated that there was, adding that they would release information three separate times. The Board discussed the logistics of the lottery process, including the fact that Academica would field questions for the initial lottery, and that Academica employed at least four Spanish language speakers available to answer questions from parents.

Member Castaneda moved to approve the March 11, 2020 lottery date. Member Villasenor seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

9. Discussion and Possible Action to Determine a Priority Enrollment Policy

Mr. Barlow stated that within the Equitable Selection document, there were guidelines for setting priorities within the school’s Enrollment Policy, which must be determined and approved by the Board. The number of priority students could total up to 10% of enrollment, with possible priorities for Board member’s children and children of school staff members. Some discussion ensued regarding the possible order of priority.

In regards to employees, discussion ensued regarding the inclusion of full-time employees or all employees. Member Keaton stated that employee priorities was an incentive when interviewing potential employees, and Member Stopher stated that she would like to include all employees. Mr. Barlow stated that he would clarify with the Commission whether

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children of Board members and employees would be considered the same category of priority. He also noted that students receiving priority must be identified prior to running the lottery.

Member Castaneda moved to approve the following priorities within the enrollment policy: 1) Board members; 2) all faculty and staff; and 3) siblings. Member Keaton seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

10. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding a Principal Search

Mr. Barlow stated that they had nine applicants for the principal position, and it would be up to the Board to determine the process for narrowing the search and determining the final candidates for interviews before the Board. Mr. Barlow stated that the rubric included in the support materials was provided in order to identify the most important elements of a candidate and narrow the field of candidates. He recommended that the Board delegate the formation of an interview committee to bring the top number of candidates before the Board for final interviews, with that number identified by the Board. Member Stopher suggested that each individual Board member use the rubric and résumé on his or her own in order to find the top candidates.

Member Castaneda moved to approve the following principal search process: Board members will use the provided rubric to score each applicant according to his or her résumé, completed by January 10th; with staff tasked with compiling the scores and bringing the top candidates to the next board meeting for interviews within an executive session. Member Villasenor seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

11. Discussion Regarding the Next Steps

The next board meeting was scheduled for January 24, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. until noon, primarily to conduct the principal candidate interviews. Member Barlow suggested that the final principal candidates give a 10-minute presentation regarding the school. He also offered to provide the Board with a series of questions.

12. Public Comments and Discussion

There was no public comment.

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13. Adjournment

Member Stopher adjourned the meeting at 4:19 p.m.

Approved on: _______________________________________ Secretary of the Board of Directors Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

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MINUTES of the work session of the

BOARD OF DIRECTORS of PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO

January 8, 2020

The Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Northern Idaho held a public work session on January 8, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at 304 N. 8th Street, Suite 242, Idaho Falls, ID 83702. 1. Call to Order and Roll Call

In attendance were Board members Lucy Keaton (video), Alex Castaneda (video), Roy Villasenor (video), and Connie Stopher.

Jenn Thompson from the Idaho Public Charter School Commission was also present, as well as Academica representatives John Barlow and Gayle Jefferson.

2. Public Comment and Discussion

There was no public comment.

3. Work Session Orientation with the Idaho Public Charter School Commission The following items were discussed with the Idaho Public Charter School Commission:

• PAI’s requirement to revise and sign the Performance Certificate (official charter contract) by 2/5/2020 so that commissioners could counter-sign by 2/13/2020 and return to us (which has been done). Performance Certificates for PAI will be forwarded.

• Pre-opening timeline was discussed, including future tasks and meetings. • New Principal Guidance doc was provided and will be forward on to PAI’s new

principal. • Shared cloud/drive with accessible folder to all relevant/required PCSC documents to

work on.

4. Public Comments and Discussion

There was no public comment.

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5. Adjournment

Approved on: _______________________________________ Secretary of the Board of Directors Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

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MINUTES of the meeting of the

BOARD OF DIRECTORS of PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO

January 24, 2020

The Board of Directors of Pinecrest Academy of Northern Idaho held a public meeting on January 24, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. at 202 Falls Avenue, Twin Falls, ID 83301. 1. Call to Order and Roll Call

Board Chair Connie Stopher called the meeting to order at 9:27 a.m. with a quorum present. In attendance were Board members Lucy Keaton, Alex Castaneda, Roy Villasenor, and Connie Stopher.

Academica representative John Barlow was also present.

2. Public Comment and Discussion

There was no public comment.

3. Interview and Possible Election of New Board Members Member Castaneda stated that he did have a person who was interested and would submit his résumé. A second person (a CPA) would also like to submit a résumé after tax time. Mr. John Barlow addressed the Board and encouraged them to continue to seek additional members, adding that once a principal was selected, he or she may have suggestions as well. This item was tabled as there were no new board member candidates at that time.

4. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve a Board Meeting Schedule through June 2020

Mr. Barlow recommended the third Tuesday of each month, adding that this date would avoid conflicts with other charter board meetings. Member Castaneda suggested a morning meeting, and the Board agreed on 8:30 a.m.

Member Castaneda moved to adopt the board meeting schedule as presented, with meetings occurring at 8:30 a.m. Member Keaton seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

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5. Review and Possible Action to Approve the MOU with Academica for Incubation Year Activities

The Board requested additional time to review the document and revisit at the next board meeting.

Member Castaneda moved to table this item until the February 18th board meeting. Member Villasenor seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

6. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Legal Counsel for Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

Mr. Barlow stated that Ryan Reeves and Carolyn Baird had visited with two proposed legal firms, who both had experience with charter schools in Idaho and were recommended by the Charter Commission. Member Castaneda stated that he would like to further review the proposals and also give any new Board members the opportunity to weigh in. He further stated that he would like the firm to be local to Twin Falls. Member Stopher agreed; however, she would be satisfied with one of the recommendations if an experienced local firm was not found.

Member Castaneda moved to table this item until the February 18th board meeting, with the possible addition of a local option. Member Keaton seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

7. Discussion and Possible Action to give Approval to the Principal to Apply for Grants

Mr. Barlow stated that the benefit of this approval would be that the principal would not need to seek approval from the Board to apply for grants, which were often timely; however, the Board would then approve any grant received in open meeting.

Member Castaneda moved to approve giving approval to the principal to apply for grants as needed. Member Keaton seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

Member Villasenor moved to enter into an executive session pursuant to Idaho State Code 74-206 (1)(a). Member Castaneda seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

8. EXECUTIVE SESSION Pursuant to Idaho State Code 74-206 (1)(a)

This item took place in an executive session.

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Member Castaneda moved to exit the executive session and enter open meeting. Member Keaton seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

9. Discussion and Possible Action to Appoint a Principal for Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

Member Castaneda moved to hire candidate B as determined in the executive session—Denise Tomchek as principal for Pinecrest Academy of Idaho. Member Villasenor seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously to approve.

The Board formally extended the offer to Ms. Tomchek, who accepted the offer.

10. Public Comments and Discussion

There was no public comment.

11. Adjournment

Member Stopher adjourned the meeting at 12:14 p.m.

Approved on: _______________________________________ Secretary of the Board of Directors Pinecrest Academy of Idaho

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PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO

Supporting Document

Meeting Date: February 18, 2020 Agenda Item: 4 – Interview and Possible Election of New Board Members Number of Enclosures: 1

SUBJECT: Nomination and Election of New Board Members X Action Appointments Approval Consent Agenda Information Public Hearing Regular Adoption

Presenter (s): Board Recommendation: Proposed wording for motion/action:

NOMINATION OF BOARD MEMBERS “The Chair will now take nominations from the floor for the vacant Board of Directors position.” Nominations need not be seconded. The chair should inquire if there are any further nominations. If none, announce “Nominations are closed.” Proceed with vote, by either vocal vote or raise of hands, and announce the result, “______ has been elected to the Board of Directors for Pinecrest Academy of Idaho.” Fiscal Impact: N/A

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Estimated Length of time for consideration (in minutes): 10-20 minutes Background: According to the bylaws, the Board can elect additional board members. Information for one potential board member has been included in the support materials. Submitted By: Staff

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David W. Gadd 905 Shoshone Street N. Twin Falls, ID 83301

(208) 736-9900 [email protected]

Areas of Practice:

Contracts Business Law Collections

Civil Litigation Commercial Litigation Real Estate Law

Bankruptcy Construction Law

Emphasis in general civil litigation, secured transactions, creditors’ rights, contract law,

business law, real estate law, and transactional law

Education:

BS in Philosophy, Minor in Business Management – 2001 Brigham Young University, Provo, UT Juris Doctorate – 2006 University of Idaho College of Law, Moscow, ID

Experience: Worst, Fitzgerald & Stover, PLLC / Worst, Stover, Gadd & Spiker, PLLC Associate Attorney, August 2007 – Present Fifth Judicial District, State of Idaho Law Clerk for the Honorable John C. Hohnhorst Law Clerk for the Honorable Randy J. Stoker July 2006 – August 2007

Bar Admissions: Idaho State and Federal District Courts; Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Professional Associations & Charitable Organizations:

Idaho State Bar Idaho Trial Lawyers Association American Inns of Court American Bankruptcy Institute J. Ruben Clark Law Society

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PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO

Support Summary

Meeting Date: February 18, 2020 Agenda Item: 5 – Principal’s Update by Denise Tomchek Number of Enclosures: 1

SUBJECT: Principal’s Update Action Appointments Approval Consent Agenda X Information Public Hearing Regular Adoption

Presenter (s): Principal Denise Tomchek Recommendation: Proposed wording for motion/action: Fiscal Impact: N/A Estimated Length of time for consideration (in minutes): 15-20 Minutes Background: Update and additional information from newly hired principal Denise Tomchek. Submitted By: Staff

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PINECREST BOARD MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2020

PRINCIPAL UPDATE:

• BLUUM Grant • Branding • Mascot • School Colors • Website - Facebook - Instagram • Meet and Greet • Registration • School Location • Move to Twin Falls • Future Community Events • Hiring • Boot Camp

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PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO

Supporting Document

Meeting Date: February 18, 2020 Agenda Item: 6 – Review and Possible Action to Approve the MOU with Academica for Incubation Year Activities Number of Enclosures: 1

SUBJECT: MOU with Academica X Action Appointments Approval Consent Agenda Information Public Hearing Regular Adoption

Presenter (s): Board/John Barlow Recommendation: Proposed wording for motion/action: Move to approve the MOU with Academica for incubation year activities as presented. Fiscal Impact: N/A Estimated Length of time for consideration (in minutes): 5-10 Minutes Background: The Board tabled this item at the last meeting in order to spend additional time reviewing the document. Submitted By: Staff

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PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO AND ACADEMICA IDAHO

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

This Incubation Year Services Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into as of January 6, 2020 (“Effective Date”), by and between, Academica Idaho, an Idaho limited liability company qualified to do business in Idaho (“Academica”) and Pinecrest Academy of Idaho, an Idaho public charter school (“School”), for the provision management services in the School’s incubation year. Each entity is referred to individually as a “Party” and the entities collectively are referred to as the “Parties.”

WHEREAS, the School has been approved to receive a charter contract from the Idaho Public Charter School Commission to operate a charter school within the State of Idaho;

WHEREAS, the School is currently governed by the School’s Board of Directors;

WHEREAS, the School has selected Academica to provide management services during the School’s incubation year;

WHEREAS, Academica has agreed to provide management services and has assisted in the School’s application process with the Idaho Public Charter School Commission;

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the Parties hereto agree as follows:

I. Scope of Agreement

A. This Agreement forms the basis of mutual understanding and respective responsibilities between the School and Academica for providing necessary management services during the School’s incubation year.

II. Term of Agreement

A. Either Party may terminate this Agreement for its convenience at any time upon giving thirty (30) days written notice to the other Party.

B. This Agreement shall be effective from _________________, 2020 until June 30, 2020.

C. This Agreement may be modified at any time by written consent of both Parties.

D. This Agreement shall be valid and binding only if and when it has been duly executed by an officer of the School and by Academica by ___________________, 2020.

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III. Services A. Academica agrees to immediately coordinate and provide the services required to support the School and will keep the School updated as to all important developments with regard to Academica’s services. Academica agrees to provide all services outlined in the Agreement, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Public relations and marketing

2. Educational staff recruitment and human resource coordination

3. Procurement of necessary furniture, equipment, curriculum, and other materials

4. Facility consultation and development

5. Student enrollment, lottery, and registration

6. Board meeting management and legal compliance

7. Bookkeeping, budgeting and financial forecasting

8. Grant solicitation from available government, private, and institutional funding sources

B. Academica and the School acknowledge that the services provided during the incubation period as outlined in section (III)(A) of this Agreement are provided by Academica without a fee as an investment in Academica’s future partnership with the School.

C. Academica and the School acknowledge that fees, costs, and/or expenses will arise that are outside of the Agreement, including, but not limited to, legal fees for independent School counsel, advertising/marketing expenses, travel expenses for board members and School staff, etc.

D. Academica will provide for financing for expenses outlined in section (III)(C) of this Agreement during the School’s incubation year. All expenses that will be paid through this financing shall be within the School’s incubation year budget as submitted in the charter application or as later amended by the School’s board.

E. The Financing agreement for funds disbursed pursuant to sections (III)(C), and (D) of this Agreement will incur no interest until the execution of a repayment agreement following the opening of the School, and may be paid in full at any time with no penalty.

F. The School and Academica acknowledge that the necessity may arise for Academica to provide additional services not mentioned in this Agreement for the support and successful opening of the School. All such services will be provided upon the mutual agreement and cooperation between the parties.

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IV. Liability A. Academica agrees to defend, hold harmless, and indemnify the School and its directors, officers, employees, and agents against and from any and all loss, liability, damage, claim, cost, charge, demand, or expense (including any direct, indirect, or consequential loss, liability, damage, claim, cost, charge, demand, or expense, including without limitation, attorneys’ fees) for any claim caused by the negligent acts or omissions of Academica in the performance of the Agreement. Academica’s duty to indemnify the School under this Agreement shall not extend to loss, liability, damage, claim, cost, charge, demand, or expense resulting from the School’s willful misconduct.

V. Independent Contractor

Academica is, for all purposes, an independent contractor and shall not be deemed an employee of the School.

VI. Miscellaneous A. Governing Law/Venue This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Idaho. Any action arising out of this Agreement shall be brought before a court of competent jurisdiction in Twin Falls County, Idaho. B. Attorney’s Fees In the event a dispute arises from this Agreement, the prevailing Party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees. C. Waiver Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as a waiver of the limitations of damages against a local government contained in Idaho law. D. Severability The partial or complete invalidity of any one or more of the provisions of this Agreement will not affect the validity or continuing force and effect of any other provision. E. Amendments Any amendments to this Agreement must be in writing signed by both Parties.

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F. Entire Agreement This Agreement is intended solely for the benefit of the Parties hereto, represents the entire, integrated agreement between the Parties, and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements written or oral. THE UNDERSIGNED HAVE READ THE FOREGOING AGREEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND FULLY UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED HEREIN. Academica Idaho Pinecrest Academy of Idaho By: _________________________ By: _____________________ Name Name Title Title Address Address Date: ________________________ Date:___________________

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PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO

Supporting Document

Meeting Date: February 18, 2020 Agenda Item: 7 – Discussion Regarding Legal Counsel for Doral Academy of Idaho Number of Enclosures: 0

SUBJECT: Retention of Legal Counsel Action Appointments Approval Consent Agenda X Information Public Hearing Regular Adoption

Presenter (s): Board/Carolyn Baird Recommendation: Proposed wording for motion/action: . Fiscal Impact: N/A Estimated Length of time for consideration (in minutes): 5-10 Minutes Background: The Board will need to approve a firm/attorney; however, this item was tabled at the last meeting in order to research a possible firm with charter school experience in the Twin Falls area. Submitted By: Staff

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Meeting Date: February 18, 2020 Agenda Item: 8 – Discussion and Possible Action to Approve the 2020/2021 School Calendar Number of Enclosures: 0

SUBJECT: 2020/2021 School Calendar X Action Appointments Approval Consent Agenda Information Public Hearing Regular Adoption

Presenter (s): John Barlow/Denise Tomchek Recommendation: Proposed wording for motion/action: Move to approve the school calendar for the 2020/2021 school year: Fiscal Impact: N/A Estimated Length of time for consideration (in minutes): 5-10 Minutes Background: It is necessary for the Board to approve the school calendar for the 2020/2021 school year. **Support materials to come.** Submitted By: Staff

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Meeting Date: February 18, 2020 Agenda Item: 9 – Facilities Update Number of Enclosures: 0

SUBJECT: Facilities Update Action Appointments Approval Consent Agenda X Information Public Hearing Regular Adoption

Presenter (s): John Barlow/Carolyn Baird Recommendation: Proposed wording for motion/action: Fiscal Impact: N/A Estimated Length of time for consideration (in minutes): 3-5 Minutes Background: Submitted By: Staff

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