1. Call to Order, Roll Call and Recognition of Visitors
   • Mark Eilers: Present (online – medical reason)
   • Nicole Nelson: Present
   • Lydia Tonoyan: Present
   • Natalya Johnson: Present
   • Peter Keller: Present
   • Mary Moen: Present
   • Yelena Hardcopf, Executive Director, ex officio board member
   • Visitors: Lisa Hasledalen, Paul Kinsley
2. Conflict of interest check
   There is no conflict of interest.
3. Approval of the Agenda for this meeting
   Agenda item Budget FY25 will be shared after Nasha Shkola Mission and Vision statements.Motion to approve the agenda
   Motion by: Natalya Johnson
   Seconded by: Peter Keller
   (6-0-0 all in favor)
4. Read the Nasha Shkola Mission and Vision
   Mission: Nasha Shkola aspires to be a multi-cultural charter school committed to exceptional education in all areas of academic inquiry with an emphasis on Russian Language and Culture, providing structured and responsive learning environment based upon educational best practices for all students and their families.

   Vision: To be an academically rigorous school preparing students for continued success as motivated learners and global citizens.

5. Reports
   1. Executive Director Report
      • Heritage Week took place during the final week of school and featured activities such as national food day, cultural attire showcases, craft sessions, and traditional dances.
      • The school organized a field trip to the Minnesota Zoo during the last week of school.
      • The last day of school was on May 31st, which featured our first “Field Day.”
      • Water was tested for lead. Waiting for the results
      • A Title III grant: formed consortium with Progeny to support English Language Learners.
      • The latest legislature approved Voluntary PreK funds; we are awaiting confirmation of funds allocated to our school.
      • Planning is underway for the Summer Tutoring program.
      • The Summer Camp in August will offer academic classes and a soccer camp.
      • There will be an International Baccalaureate Program Minnesota Conference on August 13th. Alternatively, we can arrange for a representative to present to the school staff and board.
      • We are exploring the possibility of offering high school credit for the Russian Language.
      • Due to budget constraints, we are unable to proceed with the marketing project hire. For the time being we will focus on using social media platforms and make scheduled updates to the school website.
   2. Annual election results
      52.6% of stakeholders participated in the election
      Mark Eilers, community (3 year term) – 72% of votes
      Lydia Tonoyan, parent (3-year term) – 92% of votes
6.  Consent Agenda
   1. Minutes of May 21, 2024 Board meeting
      Motion to approve the consent agenda:
      Motion by: Peter Keller
      Seconded by: Mary Moen
      (6-0-0 all in favor)
7. Old Business
   1. Planning 23-24
      • Budget FY25
        Motion to approve the Budget FY25
        Motion by: Mary Moen
        Seconded by: Peter Keller
        (6-0-0 all in favor)
      • Contractors & Vendors
        Transportation contracts FY25

        Motion to approve the Secure transportation contract
        Motion by: Mark Eilers
        Seconded by: Mary Moen
        (6-0-0 all in favor)

        Motion to approve to double the reimbursement rate ($.30/mile) for families driving students
        Motion by: Mark Eilers
        Seconded by: Peter Keller
        (6-0-0 all in favor)

        Motion to approve the T.Will contract
        Motion by: Mark Eilers
        Seconded by: Peter Keller
        (6-0-0 all in favor)

8. New Business
   1. Review and update board policies:
      Policy 8.5 Insurance coverage
      8.6 Nonprofit law
      Policy 8.7 Service Animal Policy
      Policy 8.8 Distribution of noncurricular materials by employees and students
   2. School Survey results
      • 84% staff completed the Staff survey
      • 52% of families completed annual Parent Survey
      • 100% of students in grades 5-8 completed the Student survey.
        Results will be analyzed and used for comprehensive needs assessment, improvement planning, and annual report.
9. Adjourn
   Motion to adjourn
   Motion by: Peter Keller
   Seconded by: Mary Moen
   (6-0-0 all in favor)

Next Board Meeting:
The Nasha Shkola Board meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM.
The Finance Committee meets at 5:30PM prior to the board meeting.
See the Nasha Shkola web page for the agenda and minutes of meetings.