Local School Leadership Council/Charter Leadership Council (LSLC/CLC)

As a district-affiliated charter school, Encino Charter enjoys meaningful autonomy in shaping school policies, programs, and procedures—while remaining aligned with collective bargaining agreements and district guidelines.

Our Leadership/Shared Decision-Making Council (LSLC/CLC) is a collaborative body made up of elected teachers, staff representatives, and parents. This council plays an active role in key school decisions, including:

• Curriculum and instructional programs
  
  
• Professional development priorities
  
  
• Budget planning and resource allocation
  
  
• Hiring recommendations
  
  
• School behavior supports
  
  
• Scheduling and school-wide events
  
  

This shared governance model ensures that diverse voices contribute to decisions that directly impact our students’ success and school community.

Governance Council Composition

There are 12 representatives on the LSLC/CLC. Elections are held in the fall of each year to fill vacant council positions. Representatives are elected to a two-year term by their respective constituencies.

Meetings

Encino Charter Elementary’s Governance Council meetings are typically held on the third Thursday of each month at 3:30 p.m. via Zoom (Meeting ID: 850 439 3179). Meetings are open to the public, and all parents, guardians, and community members are encouraged to attend and participate.

If you would like to place an item on the agenda or share a concern or idea, you may contact the main office in advance or speak during the Public Comment portion of the meeting. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker, per issue, and all participants will be asked to sign in at the start of the meeting.

Meeting dates and times are posted on the school calendar and announced in the weekly Sunday BBC message. Meeting notices and agendas are also posted on the Governance Council bulletin board (located in the school’s main hallway) and on the school website at least 72 hours in advance.

Committees

To encourage broader participation and support efficient decision-making, the Governance Council has established several advisory committees. These committees meet separately from the Council and provide updates and recommendations during the monthly Governance Council meetings.

Committee meetings are open to all members of our school community. There are no membership requirements—any interested parent, guardian, or community member is welcome to attend, participate in discussions, and vote on committee matters.

Meeting dates are posted on the school calendar and the Governance Council bulletin board in the main hallway.

Standing Committees:

• Personnel/Hiring
  
  
• Curriculum and Instruction (Instructional Leadership Team)
  
  
• Positive Behavior Intervention and Support/Restorative Practices (PBIS/RP)
  
  
• Safety Committee
  
  

Ad hoc committees may be formed to address specific topics or needs that require focused research and discussion prior to a Council decision.

Get Involved in Our School's Future

Participation in the Charter Leadership Council is informative, rewarding, and essential to shaping the future of Encino Charter Elementary. There are many ways for families and community members to get involved:

• Attend monthly meetings
  All meetings are open to the public. Dates, times, and Zoom links are posted on the website and shared in school-wide emails.
  
  
• Stay informed
  Meeting minutes are posted on the school website following each meeting—stay up-to-date on key discussions and decisions.
  
  
• Run for Council
  Consider running in our next election to serve as a parent representative and help guide school decisions.
  
  
• Share your voice
  Reach out to a Council representative if you have a concern, suggestion, or would like to serve on a committee.
  
  

Your involvement makes a difference—thank you for helping us build a strong, collaborative school community!

Meeting Agendas