LTA School Board
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our Nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education, to be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.





Next Board Meeting
June 15, 2023 at 6:30 PM
Pikes Peak Room
8579 Eastonville Rd.
Peyton, CO 80831
LTA Board Meeting May 19, 2023
LTA Special Board Meeting May 2, 2023
LTA Board Meeting April 20, 2023
LTA Board Meeting March 30, 2023
LTA Board Meeting February 16, 2023
LTA Special Board Meeting January 19, 2023
Liberty Tree Academy
Regular Board Meeting 2023-01-19
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Special Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on January 19th, 2023, at 6:30 pm using Zoom.
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Agenda
1. Call to Order.
2. Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum.
3. Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Reading of Mission and Vision.
5. Approval of Agenda.
6. Founding Fathers’ Quote
7. Administrator Oath of Office
8. Board Member Report
9. Principal report
a. Hiring
b. Financial reports
c. Additional items
10. SAC update
11. Board Discussions:
a. Board self-evaluation and complete a group form based on the discussion
b. Board President Election Discussion
c. Process for appointing new Board Member(s) to appointed positions
d. Charter Renewal
e. Status of amended and restated bylaws adopted January 7, 2023
f. First reading on field trips policy, and accompanying forms (consider vote if schedule is ready)
g. First reading of student fees policy and fee schedule (consider vote if schedule is ready)
h. First reading of parent-elected board seat policies and procedures
i. Second reading of the Conflict of Interest and Nepotism Policy
j. Second reading of the Board Procedural Manual (postponed)
k. Second reading of the Grievance Policy
12. Public Comment: “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
13. Action items:
a. Vote to adopt Board self-evaluation
b. Vote on Board President
c. Vote on Board Member appointment process/committee
d. Vote to accept financial report
e. Vote on approval of past meeting minutes
f. Vote on field trip policy
g. Vote on student fees policy and fee schedule.
h. Vote on Conflict of Interest and Nepotism Policy
i. Vote on Grievance Policy
14. Executive Session pursuant to C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) conference with the attorney for the public entity, specifically receiving legal advice related to charter renewal, Hillsdale College, and LTA policies, and legal questions for LTA’s attorney; C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(e) developing strategy for negotiations, instructing negotiators, and determining positions relative to matters that may be subject to negotiations, specifically charter renewal and agreement with Hillsdale College; and C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(d) specialized details of security arrangements, specifically periodic review of LTA’s security plan.
15. Action items following Executive Session
a. Vote on matters related to charter renewal.
b. Any additional items the Board would like to vote on
16. Announcements
a. Board training on January 28, 2023, at 9:00 am, using Zoom
b. Any additional announcements
17. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on or before January 18, 2023, at 6:30 pm.
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LTA Special Board Meeting January 7, 2023
Liberty Tree Academy
Special Board Meeting 2023–01–07
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content–rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment to be self–governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Special Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of
Directors will be held on January 7th, 2023, at 9:00 am using Zoom.
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Agenda
1. Call to Order.
2. Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum.
3. Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Reading of Mission and Vision.
5. Approval of Agenda.
6. Discuss governance structure and changes to bylaws.
a. Parent elected seats
b. Advisory board
7. Review and discuss the board self–evaluation tool. Completion of the evaluation before the next Board meeting and review of evaluation as a group during the next meeting.
8. Discuss Board training that the Board would like in addition to what D49 is
recommending, which is:
a. Strategic planning
b. Board member conduct
c. Board meeting fundamentals
d. Public relations
9. Discuss the grievance policy dated from 2019 and whether to affirm adoption or make changes.
10. Discuss SAC.
11. Discuss Administrator Performance Evaluation.
12. Principal report.
13. Public Comment: “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow–up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
14. Action items
a. Vote on submitting proposed revised bylaws to LTA parents through a survey
asking if parents would like to keep the bylaws as they are currently written, or
change to the proposed revised bylaws, or to reject both options.
b. Vote on approving Board evaluation tool and timeline.
15. Executive Session pursuant to C.R.S. §24–6–402(4)(f) personnel matters regarding Linda
Stahnke.
16. Action items following Executive Session.
a. Vote on the letter to Mrs. Stahnke.
17. Board training on fiduciary duties.
18. Announcements.
19. Adjournment.
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on or before January 6, 2023, at 9:00 am.
LTA Special Board Meeting January 4, 2023
Liberty Tree Academy
Special Board Meeting 2023-01-04
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Special Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on January 4th, 2023, at 7:30 pm using Zoom.
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Agenda
1. Call to Order.
2. Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum.
3. Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Reading of Mission and Vision.
5. Approval of Agenda.
6. Executive Session pursuant to C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(f) personnel matters regarding Mrs. Shannon Wilson.
7. Action items following Executive Session
8. Public Comment: “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
9. Announcements.
10. Adjournment.
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on or before January 3, 2023, at 7:30 pm.
LTA Special Board Meeting December 19, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Special Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on December 19th, 2022, at 6:30 pm using Zoom.
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Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Findings from Investigation
7. Action on the Findings
8. First reading – Conflict of Interest Policy
9. First reading – Nepotism Policy
10. First reading – Board Procedural Manual
11. Founding Fathers’ Quote
12. Other Business
13. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on December 16th, 2022, at 6:00 pm.
LTA Board Meeting December 15, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on December 15th, 2022, at 6:30 pm using Zoom.
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Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Previous Meeting Minutes
- Principal’s report
- Hiring
- Renewal Update
- Staff Christmas
- Financial Reports
- Vote to accept Financial Reports
- Discuss future Board composition
- Executive Session – Specialized details of security arrangements pursuant to C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(d) and conferences with LTA’s attorney to receive legal advice related to: multiple employee matters, policies, and charter conference renewal pursuant to C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b).
- Return from Executive Session
- Action Items from Executive Session
- Update on the status of the investigation.
- Founding Fathers Quote
- Other Business
- Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on December 14th, 2022, at 6:00 pm.
LTA Board Meeting November 17, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on November 17th, 2022, at 6:30 pm using Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89166264422?pwd=eTc5UEhkQ29CVVBPQy9rMXV3RkRxQT09
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719 359 4580 US
720 707 2699 US (Denver)
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Resolution 2022-11-17-A: Ratifying Hiring Linda Stahnke as interim LTA principal
9. Principal Report
10. Financial Report
11. Resolution 2022-11-17-B: Approving 2022-23 Consolidated Amended Annual Budget
12. Resolution 2022-11-17-C: Approving 2022-23 Consolidated Amended Annual Budget for additional reserve spending
13. Resolution 2022-11-17-D: Approving Recording Board meetings
14. LTA Website
15. FAMLI Program Presentation
16. Vote on FAMLI Program
17. Executive Session – Specialized details of security arrangements pursuant to C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(d) and conferences with LTA’s attorney to receive legal advice related to: multiple employee matters, policies, and charter conference renewal pursuant to C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b).
18. Founding Fathers Quote
19. Other Business
20. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on November 16th, 2022, at 6:00 pm.
Approved Resolutions from November 17, 2022 Board Meeting
Handouts:
2022-09 YTD LTA Budget to Actuals
LTA Board Meeting November 10, 2022
LTA Board Meeting 2022-10-20 Part 3
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a continuation of the October 20, 2022, Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held at 5:00 PM MT, Thursday, November 10, 2022, at Liberty Tree Academy, 8579 Eastonville Rd. Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to Order.
2. Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum.
3. Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Reading of Mission and Vision.
5. Approval of Agenda.
6. Executive Session pursuant to C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) for conferences with LTA’s attorney to receive legal advice related to multiple employee matters, legitimacy of meeting continuation on October 25, 2022, and Board authority, Liberty Tree Academy Building Corporation.
7. Dustin Sparks to address whether Resolution 2022-10-20-A modified LTA’s Bylaws or Charter Contract.
8. Dustin Sparks to address the validity of Resolution 2022-10-20-A and why it will be voted on again.
9. Resolution 2022-10-20-A, Duplicate Vote to Resolve any Questions of its Legitimacy.
10. Resolution 2022-10-20-B, Ratifying Action to Place Employees on Paid Administrative Leave.
11. Resolution 2022-10-20-C, Ratifying Contracting with Third-Party to Conduct an Investigation.
12. Resolution 2022-10-20-D, Ratifying Board Statement to the Community.
13. Resolution 2022-10-10-E, Removing Board Members of the Liberty Tree Academy Building Corporation and Appointing New Board Members.
14. Discuss Board Financial Policies.
15. Discuss LTA Website.
16. Executive Session pursuant to C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(f), personnel matters.
a. Mrs. Wilson.
b. Mrs. Hands.
c. Dr. Killingsworth.
d. Mrs. Killingsworth.
17. Public Comment: “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
18. Executive Session pursuant to C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) for conferences with LTA’s attorney to receive legal advice related to multiple employee matters.
19. Place Holder for Other Business.
20. Announcements.
21. Adjournment.
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on or before November 3, 2022, at 5:00 pm.
LTA Board Meeting October 20, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on October 20, 2022, at 6:30 pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton, CO 8083I.
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Previous Meeting Minutes
- Principal Report
- Charter Renewal Update
- Amended Budget & Resolution
- FAMLI program
- Board Training
- Board Retreat
- LTA Website
- Resolution identifying the Posting Location of public meeting notices
- Executive Session 24-6-402(4)(c), C.R.S., Security
- Executive Session 24-6-402(4)(1), C.R.S., Personnel matters
- Place Holder for Other Business
- Announcements
- Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on October 19, 2022, at 6:00 pm.
LTA Board Meeting September 15, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content–rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment, to be self–governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment. BOARD MEETING NOTICENotice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on September 15, 2022, at 6:30 pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment –“We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow–up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Audit for 2021–22
10. Fund Raising Policy & Procedures
11. Transportation Plan
12. Charter Advocacy Coalition
13. Executive Session §24–6–402(4)(c), C.R.S., Security
14. Executive Session §24–6–402(4)(f), C.R.S., Personnel matters
15. Place Holder for Other Business
16. Announcements
17. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on September 14, 2022, at 6:00 pm.
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LTA Board Meeting August 18, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content–rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment to be self–governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on August 18, 2022, at 6:30 pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment –“We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow–up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Charter School Renewal
9. Principal Report
10. Financial Report
11. Fund Raising Policy & Procedures
12. Enrollment Policy for 2022–2313. Conflict of Interest Policy
14. Board Certification Document
15. Revised calendar for LTA Board Meetings (no June meeting but instead a July Meeting)
16. New Visa Card for New Athletic Director
17. Executive Session §24–6–402(4)(c), C.R.S., Security
18. Place Holder for Other Business
19. Announcements
20. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on August 17, 2022, at 6:00 pm.
LTA Board Meeting June 20, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content–rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment, to be self–governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on June 20th, 2022 at 6:30pm at Liberty Tree Academy, 8579 Eastonville Road, Falcon, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment –“We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow–up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in the public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Executive Session as per § 24–6–402(4)(a)The purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of any real, personal, or other property interest.
11. Executive Session as per § 24–6–402(4)(b) Receiving from the Board’s attorney legal advice on a specific legal question.
12. Executive Session as per§ 24–6–402(4)(h) Discussion of individual students where public disclosure would adversely affect the person(s) involved.
13. Student/Family Handbook
14. Other Business
15. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on June 19th, 2022at 6:00 pm.
LTA Board Meeting May 16, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content–rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self–governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on May 16, 2022, at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow–up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Original Budget for 2022–23
10. Insurance renewal for employees
11. Audit for 2021–22 Fiscal Year
12. Board Meeting schedule for 2022–23
13. Student/Family Handbook and Employee Handbook
14. Gym floor refinish and repainting of gym floor borders
15. Executive Session 24–6–402(4)(f), C.R.S., Staff Salaries
16. Other Business
17. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on May 15, 2022, at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting April 18, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content–rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment, to be self–governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on April 18th, 2022 at 6:30pmat Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment –“We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow–up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in the public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Supplement Budget
10.TransportationUpdate
11. Other Business
12.Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on April 17th, 2022at 6:00 pm.
LTA Board Meeting March 28, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on March 28th, 2022 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Proposed Budget for 2022-23
10. Transportation Resolution & Charter Modification
11. Principal Evaluation
12. Other Business
13. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on March 27, 2022 at 6:00pm.
Download March Board Meeting Minutes March 28, 2022
LTA Board Meeting February 21, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on February 21, 2022 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive,
Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Investment Discussion
11. Other Business
12. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on February 20, 2022 at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting January 17, 2022
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on January 17, 2022, at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive,
Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Review bids for new turf area
11. Review & discuss investment options
12. Other Business
13. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on January 16, 2022, at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting November 15, 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on November 15, 2021 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive,
Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. 2021-22 Amended Budget & Resolution
11. New Visa for Facility Manager
12. Executive Session §24-6-402(4)(f), C.R.S., Personnel matters: Administrative staff salary
13. Other Business
14. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on November 14, 2021, at
6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting October 18, 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on October 18, 2021 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive,
Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Potential LTA Board Candidates
11. LTA High School Spring Break Trip – Release form
12. Bid for artificial turf student play area
13. Place holder for other business
14. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on October 17, 2021 at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting September 20 , 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on September 20, 2021 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Audit Report
10. Executive Session 24-6-402(4)(f), C.R.S., Staff Salaries
11. LTA High School Spring Break Trip
12. Place holder for other business
13. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on September 20, 2021.
LTA Board Meeting August 16 , 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on August 16, 2021 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton,
CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Appoint Finance Commitee
11. Conflict of Interest Policy
12. Board Certification Document
13. Critical Race Theory
14. Masks and CV vaccinations for staff and students
15. Place Holder for Other Business
16. Announcements
17. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on August 15, 2021 at 6:00pm
LTA Board Meeting June 21, 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on June 21, 2021 at 6:30pm at Liberty Tree Academy, 8579 Eastonville Road, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Financial Report
9. Executive Session §24-6-402(4)(d), C.R.S., Specialized details of security arrangements
10. Action on Armed Conceal Carry Security at LTA
11. Announcements
12. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on June 20, 2021 at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting May 24, 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on May 24, 2021 at 6:30 pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton,
CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in a public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Money Market Approval
11. Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits for Staff update
12. Facility Update
13. Executive Session: C.R.S.24-6-402(4)(d) Security and Safety Update; C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(f)
Personnel and salary matters; C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) Legal counsel for grievances.
14. Board Member Update
15. Announcements
16. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on April 23, 2021 at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting April 19, 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on April 19, 2021 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton,
CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. 2021-22 Original Budget and Board approval of the appropriation of funds
11. 2020-21 Engagement letter for Audit by Hoelting & Company
12. Executive Session §24-6-402(4)(f), C.R.S., Personnel matters
13. Announcements
14. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on April 18, 2021 at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting March 16, 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on March 16, 2021 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton,
CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Executive Session –Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(f), C.R.S., Principal Evaluation
11. Announcements
12. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on March 15, 2021 at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting February 16, 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on February 16, 2021 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive,
Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Initial 2021-2022 budget
11. Finance Committee Member nomination
12. Resolution for membership in CHSSA
13. Resolution regarding curriculum and education on human sexuality
14. Revised enrollment policy regarding LTA military families who have been relocated involuntarily
15. Consultant Agreement
16. Announcements
17. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on February 15, 2021 at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting January 19, 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
REGULAR BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on January 19, 2021 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton,
CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Discussion about possible future “shop” vocational curriculum for middle and upper grades
10. Review Consultant Contract
11. Financial Report
12. Announcements
13. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on January 18, 2021 at 6:00pm.
LTA Special Session Board Meeting December 18, 2020
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
SPECIAL SESSION BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Special Session Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of
Directors will be held on December 18, 2020 at 5:30pm via teleconference. Dial into (978) 990-5166
Access code: 7468879.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report and Budget
10. Mrs. Berg Report
11. Fundraising
12. Gymnasium Floor Painting
13. Announcements
14. Adjournment
Download Minutes from LTASpecial Session Board Meeting – December 18, 2020.
LTA Board Meeting December 15, 2020
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
REGULAR BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on December 15, 2020 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive,
Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Amended Budget
10. Mrs. Berg Report
11. Announcements
12. Adjournment
LTA Board Retreat November 21, 2020
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on November 21, 2020 from 3:00pm until 11:59pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen
Hills Drive, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Consultant
8. State READ law
9. Financial Report
10. Policies
11. Strategic Planning
12. Training Plans
13. Online Training
14. Workshops
15. Data Assessment Tools
16. D49 Board Training Modules
17. Future Uncertainties Regarding Election Outcome
18. Announcements
19. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on November 19, 2020 at
2:30pm.
LTA Board Meeting November 17, 2020
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on November 17, 2020 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive,
Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Amended Budget Update
10. Amendment to Family Handbook regarding state testing
11. Announcements
12. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on November 16, 2020 at
6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting October 20, 2020
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on October 20, 2020 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive,
Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Board Policies Manual – Review Draft
11. Approve 990 Tax return for 2019-20
12. Schedule Board Retreat for November
13. Fall Board Fundamentals Event 10/30/2020
14. Announcements
15. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on October 19, 2020 at 6:00pm.
Download Minutes from Board Meeting – October 20, 2020
LTA Board Meeting September 15, 2020
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on September 15, 2020 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Update on PPP (Payroll Protection Program)
10. Audit Report
11. Nomination and vote for potential new LTA Board Member – Bill Garrett
12. Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(d), C.R.S., Specialized details of security
arrangements, and; §24-6-402(4)(b), C.R.S., Conferences with an attorney for the public entity for
the purposes of receiving legal advice on specific legal questions pertaining to parental conflicts
with LTA mission.
13. Security Plan – Signatures if required and security plan oversight
14. Announcements
15. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on September 14, 2020 at
6:00pm
LTA Board Meeting, July 21, 2020
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on July 21, 2020 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 9205 Meridian Ranch Blvd, Peyton, CO
80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes includes amending April 2020 Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Construction Update
10. LTA’s Plan for Learning for 2020-21
11. Family Handbook Addendum re: COVID
12. Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(d), C.R.S., Specialized details of security arrangements.
13. Announcements
14. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on July 17, 2020 at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting August 12, 2020
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on August 12, 2020 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 9205 Meridian Ranch Blvd, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. D49 Coronavirus At-Home Learning Vote and LTA
9. Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(d), C.R.S.,Specialized Details of Security
Arrangements; and Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(a), C.R.S., Concerning the purchase, acquisition,
lease, transfer, or sale of any real, personal, or other property interest; 24-6-402(4)(b), C.R.S.,
conferences with attorney for the public entity for the purposes of receiving legal advice on
specific legal questions; 24-6-402(4), C.R.S., Selection of General Contractor.
10. Emergency Operation Plan for 2020-21
11. Land Purchase Option
12. Plan of Finance
13. Construction General Contractor – Phase II
14. Owner’s Representative
15. Announcements
16. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on August 11, 2020 at 6:00pm
LTA Board Meeting, June 8, 2020
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on June 8, 2020, at 6:30 pm at Liberty Tree Academy 8579 at Eastonville Road, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda 6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(a), C.R.S., the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of any real, personal, or other property interest and §24-6-402(4)(b), C.R.S., conference with LTA’s attorney to receive legal advice on specific legal questions 8. Announcements
- Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on June 7, 2020, by 6:30 pm.
LTA Board Meeting, June 22, 2020
Due to unforeseen circumstances, it is necessary to reschedule the June Board meeting. Notice is
hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on June
22, 2020 at 6:30 pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 9205 Meridian Ranch Blvd, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Board Vice President
9. Principal Report
10. Financial Report
11. Articles of Incorporation, Article IV, Principal Office and Registered Office/Agent Address.
12. Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(a), C.R.S., Concerning the purchase, acquisition,
lease, transfer, or sale of any real, personal, or other property interest.
13. Announcements
14. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on June 16, 2020, at 6:00 pm.
LTA Board Meeting, April 21, 2020
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on April 21, 2020 at 6:30pm. Due to Covid19 restrictions, this meeting will take place via teleconference. At the scheduled date and time, dial in to the conference. When prompted, enter the access code followed by pound or hash (#). Dial-in: (978) 990-5166 Access Code: 7468879
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Previous Meeting Minutes – Item #12 Discrepancy Regarding Check Signers. Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Hands have declined to become signers on the LTA Checking Account
- Previous Meeting Minutes
- Principal Report
- Financial Audit for 2019-2020
- Revised Budget Report Due to CV19 and Reduced PPR
- Checking Account Signers Need to be Selected
- Pay for Part-Time Employees Due to CV19 Retroactive to LTA Closure Starting 3/16/2020.
- Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(d), C.R.S., Security matters. Pursuant to §22-63-302 (7) (a), C.R.S., Personnel Matters
- Announcements
- Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on April 20, 2020 at 6:00pm.
LTA Board Meeting, May 21, 2020
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on May 21, 2020 at 6:30 pm at Liberty Tree Academy 8579 at Eastonville Road, Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Hot Food Lunch Contract w/D49
10. Update on PPP application
11. Lease contract on land
12. Update on State funding
13. Board training, May 29th & June 6th
14. Current Building Phase II
15. Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(d), C.R.S., Security matters.
16. Announcements
17. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on May 20, 2020 by 6:30 pm.
LTA Board Meeting, February 18, 2020
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy trains the minds and improves the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue in an orderly, disciplined environment.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on February 18, 2020 at 6:30pm at 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr., Peyton, CO 80831
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Previous Meeting Minutes
- Principal Report
- December 2019 Financial Reports
- Approval for VISA Cards
- Organizational Reporting
- Mission Statement Revision
- Advisory Committee for Building Corporation
- Announcements:
Anti-Trafficking Event featuring Child Rescuer Bazzel Baz at LTA on Saturday 3/14/2020 at 10am.
- Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on February 17, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
LTA Boarding Meeting, March 17, 2020
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on March 17, 2020 at 6:30pm at 8579 Eastonville Road, Peyton, CO 80831
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Previous Meeting Minutes
- Principal Report
- Projected budget
- PayPal for registration fees
- Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(d), C.R.S., Security matters. Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(b), C.R.S., Legal Counsel.
- Announcements
- Adjournment
LTA Special Board Meeting, February 4, 2020
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy trains the minds and improves the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue in an orderly, disciplined environment.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education.
To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Special Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 6:30pm at
11720 Woodmen Hills Dr, Peyton, CO 80831
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- LTA Principal Vote.
- Announcements:
- Adjournment
LTA Board Meeting, January 21, 2020
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy trains the minds and improves the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue in an orderly, disciplined environment.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on January 21, 2020 at 6:30pm at 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr., Peyton, CO 80831
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Previous Meeting Minutes
- Interim Principal Report
- Board vote required by consultants for contracting to work with LTA Academic Coach
- Report on the status of the land option agreement
- Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(d), C.R.S., Security matters. Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(f), C.R.S., Personnel matters.
- Approval of Principal Contract to be proposed for finalist consideration
- School Security Action
- Announcements:
Mrs. Wilson provided dates of various trainings (see previous emails CCSP and D49 trainings). CCSP is a must for at least 2 members to attend – Grant funds.
Next Scheduled BOD Special Meeting Tuesday, Feb. 4.
- Adjournment
LTA Board Meeting June 15, 2021
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy prepares students through a traditional, content-rich education in a disciplined and
orderly environment, to be self-governing citizens who are equipped to carry out the vision of our nation’s
Founders to preserve and perpetuate liberty.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community
that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held
on June 15, 2021 at 6:30pm at Woodmen Hills Recreation Center, 11720 Woodmen Hills Drive, Peyton,
CO 80831.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be
made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or
students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate
board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the
Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance
with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for
participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Previous Meeting Minutes
8. Principal Report
9. Financial Report
10. Executive Session §24-6-402(4)(d), C.R.S., Specialized details of security arrangements
11. Announcements
12. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on June 14, 2021 at 6:00pm.
LTA Special Board Meeting, January 15, 2020
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy trains the minds and improves the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue in an orderly, disciplined environment.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Special Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on Wednesday January 15, 2020 at 8:45pm at Liberty Tree Academy 8579 Eastonville Rd., Peyton, CO 80831.
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Approval of Hiring Process
- Announcements:
Next Regularly Scheduled BOD Meeting Tuesday, Jan 21.
- Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on January 14, 2020.
LTA Board Meeting December 10, 2019
Liberty Tree Academy
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on December 10, 2019.
Tuesday, Dec.10, 2019 at 6:30pm at 6:30pm at 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr., Peyton, CO 80831
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Review and Discussion of Principle Applicant Packages
- Land Purchase Option Agreement Discussion/Decision
- Board Retreat Date Selection
- Announcements:
Winter Formal Dec. 14
- Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on 8 December, 2019.
Download Minutes from Board Meeting – December 10, 2019
LTA Special Board Meeting November 22, 2019
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 by 6:00 p.m.
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy trains the minds and improves the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich
education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue in an
orderly, disciplined environment.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on
Friday, Nov. 22, 2019 at 6:30pm at Panera Bread 3120 New Center Pt, Colorado Springs, CO
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school
operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments
be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees
and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the
appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public
comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public
session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes
per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Audit Approval
8. Principal Process Committee Report
9. Interim Principal
10. Officer Change
11. Annual Board Retreat Date Selection
12. Announcements:
Winter Music Concert: Grades 5-9 Dec. 5, Winter Music Concert: Grades K-4 Dec. 12,
Winter Formal Dec. 14
13. Adjournment
Download Minutes from LTA Special Board Meeting November 22, 2019.
LTA Board Meeting November 19, 2019
Liberty Tree Academy
Mission
Liberty Tree Academy trains the minds and improves the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue in an orderly, disciplined environment.
Vision
Liberty Tree Academy is dedicated to an authentic, traditional American education. To be a community that actively cultivates character in a challenging and engaging learning environment.
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019 at 6:30pm at 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr, Peyton, CO 80831
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Minutes
- Quarterly Finance Report School and Building Corp. Col Peterson
- Audit Approval.
- Employee Handbook Approval
- BCSI Follow up
- BOD vote and nominees
- School Leader Discussion
- Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(f), C.R.S.), Personnel matters.
- Officer Change and Discussion
- Phase II and Parking Lot update Mr. Hands
- TIGER Music Grant Application
- Donor stone deposits Mrs. Helland
- Building Corp additional members
- Annual Board Retreat Date Selection
- Announcements:
Winter Music Concert: Grades 5-9 Dec. 5, Winter Music Concert: Grades K-4 Dec. 12,
Winter Formal Dec. 14
- Adjournment
A meeting of the LTA Building Corp to commence re: Proposed License Agreement.
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on Monday, November 18, 2019 by 6:00 p.m.
LTA Board Meeting September 17, 2019
Liberty Tree Academy
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019 at 6:30pm at 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr, Peyton, CO 80831
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- July / August Minutes
- Finance Report
- Principal Report
- Facilities / Land use Agreement (Building Corp President)
- Ribbon Cutting Discussion
- Additional BOD’s
- Waivers and Policies
- Hillsdale Agreement
- Executive Session – Pursuant to Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(b), C.R.S.), conferences with attorney for the public entity for the purposes of receiving legal advice on specific legal questions.
- Announcements: LTA Community Celebration Day Sat. Sept. 21.
- Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on Monday, Sept. 16, 2019 by 6:00 p.m.
LTA Board Meeting August 20, 2019
Liberty Tree Academy
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, Aug 20, 2019 at 6:30pm at 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr, Peyton, CO 80831
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- July Minutes
- Finance Reports June… July Building Corp.
- Authorizer Correspondence
- Finance Committee Approval
- Principal Report Academic/Student Performance Presentation
- Facilities Agreement / Building Corp President
- Facilities Report
- Authorization of signatures for LTA Bank Accounts
- Policy re: Adoption of District Open Records Act Policy
- Policy re: Execution of contracts/agreements
- Policy re: BOD and Principal attorney consultation
- Conflict of Interest Policy Annual signatures
- Hillsdale Agreement
- Process of including additional BOD’s
- Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(f), C.R.S.), Personnel matters.
Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(d), Specialized details of security arrangements.
- Announcements:
Dr. Brian Carpenter, on behalf of BCSI, will be performing a Risk Assessment and provide services to our incoming Principal. Dr. Carpenter will be with LTA for 5 days beginning Aug 26.
LTA Community Celebration Day Sat. Sept. 21.
23. Adjournment
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on Monday, Aug 19, 2019 by 6:00 p.m.
LTA Board Meeting October 14, 2019
Liberty Tree Academy
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2019 at 6:30pm at 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr, Peyton, CO 80831
Agenda
- Call to order
- Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Reading of Mission and Vision
- Approval of Agenda
- Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
- Minutes
- Finance Report
- Principal Report
- BCSI Leadership Welcome and Report.
- Annual Board Retreat: Strategic Planning, Review of Handbooks, By Laws, Board Member Qualifications etc. BOD date/availability discussion.
- Family Handbook Updates.
- Funding the Gap (contract with LTA until C of O is obtained)
- Sharing of communication between the board and third parties.
- Building Corp; additional members discussion.
- Phase II funding and process.
- Kilgore Letter/Card.
- Additional BOD’s Nominees.
- Announcements:
Constitution Presentation Dr. Prentice and Rob Natelson of the Independence Institute TBD
Dr. Terrence Moore Community Seminar and Professional Development TBD
Brian Carpenter continued assessment Oct. 28 – Nov. 1.
- Adjournment
A meeting of the LTA Building Corp to commence re: Proposed License Agreement.
This notice is posted in compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Act on Monday, October 14, 2019 by 6:00 p.m.
LTA Board Meeting July 23, 2019
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Special Board Meeting of the Liberty Tree Academy Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at 6:30pm at 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr, Peyton, CO 80831
Intent to Hire a Principal
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call, and the Establishment of Quorum
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Reading of Mission and Vision
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public comment – “We appreciate and welcome comments on Liberty Tree Academy school operations and programs as part of our public comment forum. We ask that your comments be made in a respectful and orderly manner. Complaints against any individual employees and/or students with the school are prohibited. Follow-up action items may be assigned to the appropriate board or staff member, depending on the nature of the comments. During public comment, the Board members may choose not to respond to any comment made in public session. In accordance with Board policy, public participation is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Thank you for participating in our public comment forum.”
7. Approval of Minutes
8. May Financial Report
9. Authorization of signatures for LTA Bank Accounts
10. Amend Conflict Policy
11. Conflict of Interest Policy Annual signatures
12. Executive Session – Pursuant to §24-6-402(4)(f), C.R.S.), Personnel matters.
13. Approval of Principal Contract
14. LTA Principal Vote.
15. Announcements:
Dr. Brian Carpenter, on behalf of BCSI, will be performing a Risk Assessment and provide services to our incoming Principal. Dr. Carpenter will be with LTA for 5 days beginning July 29.
16. Adjournment
LTA Board Meeting Live Stream
LTA Board meetings will now be available to watch live on our YouTube channel.
Meetings will be held at 6:30 PM on the 3rd Thursday of each month unless rescheduled by the Board President prior to that date.
Board Meeting Schedule for 2022-23
July 2022 –no meeting
August 18, 2022
September 15, 2022
October 20, 2022
November 17, 2022
December 15, 2022
January 19, 2023
February 16, 2023
*March 30, 2023 – Date Change
April 20, 2023
*May 2, 2023 @ 5:30 pm
*May 19, 2023 @ 2:30 pm
June 15, 2023 @ 6:30 pm