The purpose of the Charter Governance Council is to govern the Nevada City School of the Arts in accordance with its school charter. In turn, the school charter conforms to all provisions and requirements of California State charter school law. NCSA utilizes the “Policy Governance” model to manage the school.
“Policy Governance®, an integrated board leadership paradigm created by Dr. John Carver, is a groundbreaking model of governance designed to empower boards of directors to fulfill their obligation of accountability for the organizations they govern. As a generic system, it is applicable to the governing body of any enterprise. The model enables the board to focus on the larger issues, to delegate with clarity, to control management’s job without meddling, to rigorously evaluate the accomplishment of the organization; to truly lead its organization.”
Nevada City School of the Arts End Policies
Nevada City School of the Arts exists so that students, families, staff, and the greater community have:
• an arts-based choice for elementary education.
• an educational institution that facilitates academic,
•artistic, and social-emotional achievement.
• a collaborator and contributor to the greater community.
• safe, respectful, and equitable conditions for learning and working.
By-Laws
CGC Calendar for 2024-25
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The CGC consists of a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 9 members, all nominated by the CGC.
Board Members
LeeAnne Haglund – Board Chairman
Bear Thomas – Vice-Chair
Meshawn Simmons – Treasurer
Jaylee McGregor – Secretary
Andrew Todd
Jon Lefebre
Joie King
Brian Munn
Vacant Position
If you have questions or concerns, please contact our CGC Board Chairman at boardchair@ncsota.org
Governance Council Agendas
2025-26
August 5, 2025 Meeting Agenda – Lower Campus, Building 8 – Classroom (Spencer)
- August 5, 2025 Minutes
2024-25
Nomination and Recruitment Committee Meetings
2025-26
Finance Committee Meetings
2025-26
Nevada County Charter Service Authority Agendas