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20-21 Board Meetings: 
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Delta School is governed by a Board of Directors composed of community members representing business, education, and parents. Members must officially be nominated by another Board member and then voted for by a majority of Board members present. There is no designated term of service. Currently there are 6 Delta School Board members. This Board is responsible for all Delta School activities and responsibilities including fulfilling the provisions of this charter and meeting the nonprofit organization requirements of IRS Code Section 501(c) 3. Delta Board members follow all provisions of the Brown Act that govern meetings of public bodies.

The Board responsibilities are:
• To establish, reappraise and revise program mission and goals.
• To formally and intentionally own and support Delta School as an effective nonprofit organization.
• To select, oversee and evaluate the Principal/CEO.
• To conduct effective resource management.
• To advocate for at-risk students and their families in the community.
• To set program policies.
• To oversee financial management and budgeting. 16
• To engage in long-range planning and conduct periodic evaluations.
• To meet all legal requirements.
• To work to institutionalize the Delta School service delivery system.

The Delta School Board has established specific job descriptions and performance requirements for Delta staff and holds the staff accountable for student learning outcomes. The Delta School Board grants staff decision-making authority within established Board policies. A student government representative regularly attends Delta School Board meetings to give reports and interact with Board members. A current parent representative also serves on the Board. The current parent representative is simultaneously the chair of the Delta Parents Club, which meets monthly to address parent education and assist Delta staff. ​

Regular meetings of the board

Delta Charter School was established in January 1995 through authority established in Education Code Section 47602.  Delta Charter School is currently operating one 9th through 12th grade school and is chartered by Santa Cruz City Schools.  The governing board consists of seven trustees.  The trustees are representatives of Cabrillo, the community, parents and the chartering district, Santa Cruz City Schools.  Board meetings are held quarterly and include a review of operations, program and staffing.

2019-20 Regular Meeting Schedule
All meetings begin at 3:30 and are held at Delta High School Room 1196A
August 16, 2019 Board Retreat  delta_board_retreat_august_16_2019.pdf

​September 13, 2019
October 4, 2019
December 13, 2019
March 13, 2020
June 16, 2020

 
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    Mary Altier - President
    Mary Altier has been involved in public education in California for 50 years. Although she has taught many grade levels from elementary to adult, most of her experience has been in a continuation high school setting where she taught a variety of subjects. The main thrust of her work there however was as a work experience co-ordinator and career counselor, where she encouraged ROP classes, employment, job shadowing, internships, and college visits. Throughout her professional and volunteer career, she has dedicated her life to the concept of all students finding a place where they can be respected, enlightened and realize their dreams while preparing for their futures.
    Ms. Altier is also a well-published and exhibited travel photographer and writer who brings a view of the larger world from her many years of traveling to and documenting 95 countries. Her other community involvement includes stints on the boards of The Arts Council of Santa Cruz County and The Pajaro Valley Arts Council in Watsonville. She is currently on the board of the Dante Alighieri Society of Santa Cruz where she chooses the movies for and co ordinates a film series dedicated to current and classic Italian films.

    Dr. Michelle Donohue-Mendoza
    Dr. Michelle Donohue-Mendoza has served the Cabrillo Community College District in Aptos California for six years as the Dean of Students.  She has worked in higher education both in four-year universities and 2-year community colleges for 27 years, with significant responsibilities for program oversight, employee performance management, conflict resolution, staff selection and training, and student programs and resources. At Cabrillo, Michelle oversees the Welcome Center, Outreach & Recruitment, Student Health Services, Student Development, Follow-up & Retention, Housing & Food Security Resources, and the Cabrillo Advancement Program.  Michelle also serves the campus as the Ombudsperson, facilitates the Student Support & Care Team focused on early intervention for student success, as well as the Disciplinary Hearing Committee who provides due process for students who are proceeding through a disciplinary process.  Michelle earned her Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from San Francisco State University, her Master of Arts in Student Affairs & Counseling in Higher Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and finally, her Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Sonoma State University.
    Deborah Meacham 

    Felix Robles
    Felix is a  retired college dean with deep ties to the K-12 community. In his position as division dean of Business, English and Language Arts at Cabrillo College, he has a history of service to students. Mr. Robles has spent 32 years in education and education administration, with seven years as a K-12 trustee for Santa Cruz City Schools. In addition to his work in education, Mr. Robles has been a board member with the Cabrillo Music Festival, the Santa Cruz County Symphony, and an art museum. He is past president of the Santa Cruz County Cultural Council and the Central Coast Counties Development Corporation. Mr. Robles’ impact is felt throughout Delta as he participates in supporting Delta students as they transition to Cabrillo College, offering students a glimpse into their possibilities that exist for their own futures. He holds a B. A. in Spanish/French Language and Literature and an M.A. in Spanish Literature, both from San Jose State University.

    Claudia Vestal 
    Claudia Vestal is currently serving her 12th year as a board member on the Santa Cruz City Schools Board.   As a trustee, she serves on the district's Wellness Committee, the City Council/City Schools Committee, the Schools Plus Board, and the Delta High School Board.  Claudia is the coordinator of Casa Pequeña, which is a network of child care homes serving low-income families and Cabrillo College students.  She also owns a preschool in Live Oak and has worked as an infant/toddler specialist for WestEd.   She holds a bachelor's degree in liberal arts, San Jose State College, a teaching credential in early childhood education, Cabrillo College, and a master's degree in human development, Pacific Oaks College.

    Delta Charter School was established in January 1995 through authority established in Education Code Section 47602.  Delta Charter School is currently operating one 9th through 12th grade school and is chartered by Santa Cruz City Schools.  The governing board consists of seven trustees.  The trustees are representatives of Cabrillo, the community, parents and the chartering district, Santa Cruz City Schools.  Board meetings are held quarterly and include a review of operations, program and staffing.









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  • Home
  • Delta's Mission
    • Delta Staff
    • Success Stories
  • Admissions
  • Academics
    • Delta's Grad Skills
    • School Handbook & FAQs
    • Graduation Requirements
    • Exploring Life's Options
    • Cabrillo Admission
  • Social Emotional Support
  • DISTANCE LEARNING
  • Commitment to Diversity
  • Infinite Campus
  • Donate to Delta
  • Parent/Guardian Involvement
    • Uniform Complaint Procedure
  • Teacher Sites
    • Brian's Website
    • Jamie's Page
  • Calendar & Bell Schedule
  • Contact Us
    • Delta School Board
  • Important Community Documents
    • Board Minutes
    • LCAP
    • School Safety Plan
    • SARC
    • Uniform Complaint Procedure