School Board approves renewal petition for Verona Charter School through 2030

The Lakeside Union School District (LUSD) Governing Board convened on April 5, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including the renewal of charter school petitions and a financial report.

The meeting commenced with expressions of gratitude from board members for the efforts of district staff, particularly in relation to a career readiness class. One member congratulated the team for receiving an award earlier in the week, highlighting the importance of their work within the district.

The board then moved into a public hearing regarding the renewal petition for Verona Charter School, which is set to cover the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030. The first item discussed was a resolution to accept a name change for Brook Avenue Charter School to Government Charter School. Following this, the board opened the floor for public comments on the charter school renewal, but no comments were received.

Subsequently, the board requested the adoption of the Verona Charter School petition renewal and resolution number 2025-12. A board member praised the school's performance and expressed satisfaction with the collaboration with the Verona team, recommending the renewal for another five years. A motion was made and seconded, and the board unanimously approved the renewal, with members expressing their appreciation for the school's contributions to the community.

The meeting concluded with a presentation by Assistant Superintendent Lisa Davies, who was set to deliver the 2024-2025 second interim financial report, marking a transition to discussions on the district's financial status.

Overall, the meeting underscored the board's commitment to supporting charter schools and ensuring financial transparency within the district. Further details on the financial report were anticipated in the following discussions.