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• 1. 56 Arizona Educators Face Discipline For Sexual Misconduct With Minors This Year

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  56 Arizona Educators Face Discipline For Sexual Misconduct With Minors This Year
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  56 Arizona educators and 22 certified in Arizona have faced discipline in relation to sexual misconduct with minors this year.

  The Arizona State Board of Education (ASBE) provided us with a list of all adjudicated cases this year involving allegations of sexual misconduct. 56 educators’ cases involved minors, for which their certificates were either revoked, suspended, or voluntarily surrendered, with two given letters of censure with conditions; they are reproduced below.

  Those educators listed as “certified in Arizona,” signify that the alleged or actual misconduct didn’t occur in the state, but that they held teaching certificates in the state.

  Deniz Akca (Cartwright Elementary School District)
  David Atzenweiler (certified in Arizona)
  Felix Armenta (Gadsden Independent School District)
  Joshua Bahen (certified in Arizona)
  Steve Belles (Chandler Unified School District)
  Lucas Bogard (Blue Adobe Project)
  James Conkle (certified in Arizona)
  Gregory Boujikian (Phoenix Union High School District)
  Scott Brockish (Arizona State University Preparatory Academy)
  Nicholas Brozina (certified in Arizona)
  Holly Craft (Agua Fria Union High School District)
  Timothy Dargon (Mingus Union High School District)
  Troy Davis (Tolleson Union High School District)
  Melissa Didiana (certified in Arizona)
  Stephen Escudero (Prescott Unified School District)
  Cody Fortune (certified in Arizona)
  Irvin Garcia-Flores (Aqua Fria Union High School District)
  Esmeralda Velasco-Guerrero
  Walter Halaberda (Flagstaff Unified School District)
  Douglas Hester (Phoenix Union High School District)
  Robert Holland (Phoenix Union High School District)
  Cheng-Hsuan Tsai (Tempe Montessori School)
  Michael Irving (certified in Arizona)
  Nathan Jellicoe (Dysart Unified School District)
  Cory Kapahulehua (Arizona Agribusiness and Equine Center High School)
  Daniel Scott Larsen (Winslow Unified School District)
  Mark Lindrud (certified in Arizona)
  Kelly Martin (Legacy Traditional School)
  Marissa Montero (Chandler Unified School District)
  Elaine Mooneyham (Parker Unified School District)
  Michael Naumann (Pendergast Elementary School District)
  Samantha Peer (Lake Havasu Unified School District)
  Marvin Pacheco Villa (Western School of Science and Technology)
  Zachary Parker (Phoenix Union High School District)
  Jacob Ramirez (Paradise Valley Unified School District)
  Jaron Rheinlander (Marana Unified School District, ASU Preparatory Academy)
  Dylan Riddle (Vail Unified School District)
  Todd Roatsey (certified in Arizona)
  Eric Sapul (Altar Valley School District)
  Andrea Schembre
  Brandon Shinault (Adams Traditional Academy)
  Joshua Silverthorn (certified in Arizona)
  Scott Sims (Deer Valley Unified School District)
  Jessica Smith (Accelerated Learning Center, Phoenix Charter High School)
  William Thorpe (Vail Unified School District)
  Angel Torres (certified in Arizona)
  Clarence Walker III (certified in Arizona)
  Christopher Walton (certified in Arizona)
  Shawn Watson (certified in Arizona)
  Colin White (Payson Unified School District)
  Jorge Valencia (Flagstaff Unified School District)
  Zobella Vinik (Tucson Unified School District)
  Dante Yarborough (Mesa Unified School District)
  Jose Garcia Zepeda (Phoenix Union High School District)
  Russell Zysett (certified in Arizona)

  AZ Free News reported recently on one of the educators prior to her sexual misconduct charges and resulting teaching certificate loss: Zobella Vinik. Last March, we reported on Vinik’s arrangement of her former high school’s first-ever drag show alongside a fellow school counselor who identified as a transgender man, Sunday Hamilton (formerly April Hamilton). A district spokeswoman told us at the time that not hosting the drag show would constitute gender expression discrimination.

  Last May, Vinik was arrested for felony sexual conduct with a minor. Vinik voluntarily surrendered her teaching certificates last June. Vinik pled guilty to felony charges of sexual conduct with a minor and child abuse last month; she will be sentenced this month.

  There were educators listed in our original report that are before the ASBE but haven’t been adjudicated, with the first two cases below adjudicated just before the start of this year. Their case summaries on ASBE meeting documents cited inappropriate behavior with minors. Select portions of the 22 case summaries are reproduced below:

  Shane Martin (Yuma Elementary District), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered Nov. 10, 2022, case last considered in February: “On June 02, 2022, the Yuma Elementary District notified the Investigative Unit of allegations that Shane Martin engaged in inappropriate electronic communications with two previous 8th grade students via text messages. An example of the inappropriate comments included sleeping together, the use of drugs, and not using protection. The report further indicated the parents contacted our local police department. The result communicated was that there was no criminal activity that could be processed from the transcript shown. The district did their own investigation and concluded that Shane Martin had violated their policy and district expectations of communication between student and teacher.”
  Christopher Carter (Tempe Union High School District) teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered Dec. 1, 2022, case last considered in February: “On November 14, 2022, the Human Resource Director of Educational Services LLC notified the Investigation Unit of the allegations that Christopher Carter: exhibited predator behavior by physically assaulting students, helped underage students get drunk, shared time inappropriately with underage students, took underage ex-students to strip clubs and pursued sexual relations with ex-students when they turned 18 years of age. These allegations of unprofessional and immoral conduct occurred in the 1990’s at Corona Del Sol High School, in the Tempe Union High School District.”
  Wulfido Jr. Devilleres Caday, teaching certificates suspended pending a public hearing and final decision of ASBE: “On or about January 27, 2023, Educator Caday was arrested for Luring a minor for sexual exploitation, and Attempted Sexual Conduct with a minor by officers from the Phoenix Police Department. Educator Caday was texting with an undercover police officer who Educator Caday believed to be a 15-year-old boy. Educator Caday wanted to engage in sexual intercourse with the minor child.”
  Manual Gavina (Phoenix Elementary School District), teaching certificates suspended pending a public hearing and final decision of ASBE: “On or about December 10, 2019, officers from the Phoenix Police Department arrested Manuel Gavina for three counts of Sexual Abuse of a Minor. Educator Gavina inappropriately touched several female students’ breasts and buttocks. Educator Gavina admitted to touching hundreds of female students’ breasts.”
  Levi Jackson (certified in Arizona), teaching certificates suspended pending a public hearing and final decision of ASBE: “On or about October 4, 2022, Educator Jackson was arrested for five counts of Felony Sexual Abuse, 2 counts of Felony Lure Minor for Sexual Exploitation, 1 count of Felony Sexual Conduct with a Minor, and 19 counts of Misdemeanor Contribute to Delinquency of a Minor by officers from the Navajo County Sheriff’s Office. Educator Jackson inappropriately touched his foreign exchange host student, Student A, over a period of several weeks. Educator Jackson touched Student’s A private area, gave Student A an inappropriate massage near Student A’s groin, asked to see Student A’s private area, discussed masturbation with Student A, and rubbed his own groin against Student A.”
  Lynn Matthews (certified in Arizona, taught in the state for 10 years before teaching in Utah), teaching certificates suspended through May 5, 2025: “[T]he Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission (“UPPAC”) […] found that Educator Matthews began communicating with 15-year old student BM sometime before March 11, 2020, and thereafter engaged in extensive communication via email over the next four weeks. The email conversations ranged from trivial subjects such as hair styles, plays and movies, and day-to-day activities to highly personal and intimate subjects such as rape, abuse, medical issues, and mental health. In some communications, [Educator Matthews] used profanity. [Educator Matthews] used terms of endearment toward BM and expressed love for her. She treated BM as a confidant despite her young age sharing her own rape and subsequent pregnancy experience with BM. On April 10, 2020, Educator Matthews and BM exchanged four emails. Educator Matthews stated in one. ‘I am totally not gay either but if JLO, Halle Berry, or Jennifer Aniston ever want to make out with me, they are going to get the best make out session of their lives!’ Educator Matthews also made the comment, ‘I find it quite funny that you pay for your own phone and then your mom controls it…that makes you a SUCKER!’”
  Jalen Montgomery (Scottsdale Unified School District, Coronado High School), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered: “On March 7, 2023, the Scottsdale Unified School District notified the Investigative Unit of the State Board of Education of allegations of unprofessional conduct and an improper relationship with a female student. Engaging in improper communication with the female student before and after school. Coronado High School reported inappropriate boundaries.”
  Gustavo Orellana (certified in Arizona), teaching certificates revoked: “On April 13, 2021, the Utah State Board of Education revoked Gustavo H. Orellana’s Level 1 Secondary Education License on a finding that he engaged in immoral conduct and unreasonable disciplinary action in violation of the code of ethics, and pled guilty to two counts of sexual battery of students.”
  Eric Popely (certified in Arizona), teaching certificates revoked: “On or about January 27, 2021, Eric Popely plead guilty in the District Court of the Sixth Judicial District of the State of Idaho, in Bannock County of one count of Child Sexual Abuse by Causing or Having Sexual Contact with a Minor Under 16 years of age. Eric Popely violated I.C. § 19-2413. Eric Popelywas sentenced to up to fourteen years in custody for his conviction.”
  Joanna Reyes (Sunnyside Unified School District), teaching certificates suspended pending a public hearing and final decision by ASBE: “Educator Reyes was involved in a romantic relationship with her former 5th grade student, Student A, who was twelve-years-old. This case was presented to the Pima County Attorney’s Office on February 13, 2023 for felony charges. The felony charges were declined. However, multiple misdemeanor charges of Disorderly Conduct and Criminal Nuisance will be filed with the Tucson City Court.” ASBE informed AZ Free News that her case is under review for appropriate next steps in the disciplinary process.
  Justin Walters (Desert Garden Montessori School), teaching certificates revoked: “On or about April 14, 2022, Justin Walters plead guilty in the Maricopa County Superior Court of one count of Sexual Conduct with a Minor – position of trust, committed on June 1, 2019 through and including December 23, 2020. Justin Walters also plead[ed] guilty to two counts of Attempt to Commit Sexual Conduct with a Minor – position of trust, committed on October 31, 2019 through and including November 1, 2019, and January 18, 2020 through and including January 19, 2020. Justin Walters violated A.R.S. §§ 13-1401, 13-1405, 13-3821, 13-610, 13-702, 13-801, and 13-1001. He was sentenced to four years in prison and lifetime supervised probation with all sex offender and computer usage terms, and he must register as a sex offender.”
  Jacob Williams (Yuma Union High School District, Somerton School District), teaching certificates suspended pending a public hearing and final decision of ASBE: “On or about October 6, 2022, officers from the Yuma Police Department arrested Jacob Ray Williams for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor. Educator Williams was ‘Snapchatting’ with a minor female student, requesting her to send naked pictures. Educator Williams sent pictures of his genitalia to this minor female student.”
  Nathan Williams (certified in Arizona), teaching certificates recommended for revocation, “On December 8, 2022, the Alabama State Department of Education revoked Nathan Jay Williams’s Alabama Professional Educator Certificate on a finding that he engaged in immoral conduct and unreasonable disciplinary action in violation of the code of ethics, and he was arrested on two counts of Child Solicitation by Computer-Electronic Solicitation of a Child and two counts of Traveling to meet a child for an Unlawful Sex Act.”
  Blake Young (Maricopa Unified School District), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered: “On February 22, 2023, the Maricopa Unified School District notified the Investigative Unit of allegations that Educator Young engaged in inappropriate and unprofessional conduct with a female student, including inappropriate text messages that were sexual in nature.”
  Juan Jaimes (certified in Arizona), teaching certificates revoked: “During the 2005-2006 school year, student A was enrolled in Mr. Jaimes’ class. In January 2006, Student A turned 18-years-old. During the summer of 2006 between Student A’s junior and senior year of high school, Mr. Jaimes began a dating relationship with Student A. Their relationship became intimate and sexual in nature. Student A wanted to get married, but Mr. Jaimes could not because his divorce was not processed yet. From 2006 through 2007, Mr. Jaimes continued to engage in an inappropriate sexual relationship with Student A. In October 2006, Student A became pregnant with Mr. Jaimes’ child. Student A carried the pregnancy throughout her senior year of high school before giving birth in June 2007. Before the child was born, Mr. Jaimes and Student A ended their relationship. After the child was born, Mr. Jaimes paid $700.00 a month in child support. After a seven-year break-up, Mr. Jaimes and Student A reinitiated their relationship at the end of 2014. They were married in March 2015.”
  James Limones (Sunnyside Unified School District), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered: “On May 16, 2023, the Sunnyside Unified School District notified the Investigative unit of the allegations that Educator Limones had raped a female who was a minor and was placed on probation for 12 years.” ASBE further informed AZ Free News that Limones entered a plea deal on Sept. 14, 2021 for sexual assault, and that his case will be presented to the board at a future meeting for a revocation.
  Mark Lucero (Douglas Unified School District), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered: “On June 13, 2023, the Douglas Unified School District notified the Investigative Unit of theallegations. Educator Mark Lucero began “following” a female student on social media, liking her pictures and messaging her. Lucero asked the student what she thought if a grown man asked a younger girl out for coffee. The student would later open her school binder and find a picture of a coffee cup with a heart inside.”
  James Miller (Dysart Unified School District), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered: “[R]eport indicated that Miller was texting a female student multiple times between February 25, 2022 and February 14, 2023. The Surprise Police Department was notified and the police report revealed the following: ‘At approximately 0800 hours on February 17, 2023, while on duty as Willow Canyon High School’s SRO, I was summoned to Principal Adam Schwartz’s office for a meeting in reference to what is generally described to me as a “Grooming” case. After receiving the 27 photos containing text messages between Educator Miller and Student, I observed profanities, the offer of a one on one meeting for lunch separate from other students of campus initiated by Miller and references to Student’s physical state and “Beautiful” and “cutie”. Although “inappropriate” and against district policy as well as ARS 15-203(A)(44) which establishes “best practices” for cellular use between school employees and students, I found no grounds for criminal charging. All parties listed above, except for Miller, were advised concerning the criminal aspect of my findings. Nothing further at this time.”
  Michael Molina (Douglas Unified School District), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered: “On June 14, 2023, the Douglas Unified School District notified the Investigative Unit of allegations that Educator Molina engaged in unprofessional conduct with students. Educator Molina had a challenge activity where he would play a ping-pong game in class with the students. If Educator Molina would make the ball into the cup, he would have students kiss each other or kiss him on the cheek.”
  Humberto Sauceda (certified in Arizona), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered: “On May 4, 2023, Educational Services LLC notified the Investigative Unit of allegations that Educator Sauceda engaged in inappropriate communications with a minor student by sending her multiple handwritten letters and text messages in violation of district policy. In one letter, Sauceda admitted to having “feelings” for the student because he was alone and had no one. No police report was prepared in regard to these allegations.”
  Ryan Trerise (Glendale Preparatory Academy Great Hearts), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered: “On April 6, 2023, the Glendale Preparatory Academy Great Hearts notified the Investigative Unit of allegations that Subject Ryan Trerise #601-4467 engaged in inappropriate communications with a student that included inappropriate boundaries by sharing personal information about his sexual experiences when he was 14 years old, questioning the student about her sex life, and talking to the student about portions of the Bible that relate to sex.”
  Alfredo Vidal-Rojas (Roosevelt Elementary School District), teaching certificates voluntarily surrendered: “On May 11, 2023, the Roosevelt Elementary School District notified the Investigative Unit of the allegation that Alfredo Vidal Rojas had improper social media communication with an 8th grade female student from Ed and Verma Pastor Elementary School. This information was not reported to any police department, nor was there a report made.”

  ASBE also shared their process for investigations and procedures following allegations of sexual misconduct by educators with AZ Free News. Upon receiving any reports or allegations of misconduct, ASBE’s Investigative Unit issues a notice of investigation to the accused (called the “respondent”) outlining the allegations, possible violations of rule or statute, and advisement of the option for the accused to participate in the investigation, voluntarily surrender their certificates or right to work in an Arizona District or Charter school or do nothing.

  In the case of voluntary surrenders of teaching certificates, the board will still hear the case at its next scheduled meeting. The board meeting summary of the case will include the original allegation information as well as any available supporting documents about the educator’s conduct.

  “Investigators conduct and complete a thorough investigation,” stated ASBE. “Completed investigations are then reviewed for best next steps and if it is determined that disciplinary action is warranted, the case is scheduled for the appropriate action.”

  ASBE did note that individuals may plea to or be found guilty of a lesser charge from the charge originally reported to their Investigative Unit; however, that doesn’t change the information included in the unit’s investigation or summary to the board.

  ASBE meeting materials may be reviewed here.

  Note: Some of the accused educators have denied the allegations against them.

  Corinne Murdock is a reporter for AZ Free News. Follow her latest on Twitter, or email tips to corinne@azfreenews.com.

• 2. Joshua Gordon Bahen

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• 3. AGENDA NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

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  *B. Hearing on Complaint continued from August 28, 2022
  1. Arizona State Board of Education v. Joshua Bahen, Case no. C-2021-011934
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  Professional Practices Advisory Committee -
  November 8 & 9, 2022
  11/08/2022 09:00 AM
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  Room 300
  Phoenix, AZ 85007
  AGENDA
  NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
  PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
  STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
  Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the
  Professional Practices Advisory Committee of the State Board of Education (the Committee) and to the
  general public that the Committee will hold a meeting, open to the public, at 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday and
  Wednesday, November 8th and 9th, 2022 at 100 North 15th Ave, Room 300, Phoenix, AZ 85007. The
  Committee will not meet on Wednesday, November 9th, 2022, if all agenda items are heard on November
  8th, 2022.
  A copy of the agenda for the meeting is attached.
  The Committee may discuss and take action on any item on the agenda. The Committee reserves the right
  to change the order of items on the agenda. One or more members of the Committee may participate in
  the meeting by telephonic communications.
  Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3), the Committee may vote to go into Executive Session, which will not
  be open to the public, for legal advice concerning any item on the agenda.
  Pursuant to A.R.S. § 15-551(B), § 38-431.03(A)(2), and Arizona Administrative Code R7-2-714, the
  Committee may vote to go into Executive Session on any matter on the Agenda, which will not be open to
  the public, for the purpose of taking or receiving the testimony of a pupil or former pupil or for the
  purpose of discussing or considering records exempt by law from public inspection,
  including the receipt and discussion of information or testimony that is specifically required
  to be maintained as confidential by state or federal law.
  Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter, by
  contacting the State Board ofces at (602) 542-5057. Requests should be made as early as possible to
  allow time to arrange the accommodation.
  If technology is available, the meeting will be broadcast live on Youtube.
  To watch the Professional Practices Advisory Committee meeting via computer or a smartphone
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  DATED AND POSTED this 25th day of October, 2022.
  Professional Practices Advisory Committee
  by:
  Alicia Williams, Executive Director
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  (602) 542-5057
  A. Call to Order and Roll Call
  B. Hearing on Complaint continued from August 28, 2022
  1. Arizona State Board of Education v. Joshua Bahen, Case no. C-2021-011934
  a. Joshua Bahen, Case no. C-2021-011934 - Supporting Documents
  C. Hearing on Complaint and Application for Certication
  1. Arizona State Board of Education v. Jaron M. Rheinlander, Case no. C-2022-002266
  a. Arizona State Board of Education v. Jaron M. Rheinlander, Case no. C-2022-002266- Supporting
  Documents
  D. Hearing on Complaint
  1. Arizona State Board of Education v. Parker Baty, Case no. C-2021-012273
  a. Arizona State Board of Education v. Parker Baty, Case no. C-2021-012273 - Supporting Documents
  2. Arizona State Board of Education v. Todd Cheesman, Case no. C-2021-012782
  a. Arizona State Board of Education v. Todd Cheesman, Case no. C-2021-012782 - Supporting
  Documents
  3. Arizona State Board of Education v. Mark Ewy, Case no. C-2021-012968
  a. Arizona State Board of Education v. Mark Ewy, Case no. C-2021-012968- Supporting Documents
  4. ***REMOVED***Arizona State Board of Education v. Benjamin D. Schneider, Case no. C-2021-
  000215***REMOVED***
  5. Arizona State Board of Education v. Stephanie Voss, Case no. C-2022-000558
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  F. Adjourn

• 4. January 23, 2023 Regular Board Meeting 01/23/2023 - 10:00 AM

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  NOTES THAT PERTAIN TO JOSHUA GORDON BAHEN:

  9. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
  Joshua Bahen, representing himself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.

  B. Presentation discussion and possible action on the complaint against Joshua G. Bahen, Case no. C-2021-011934
  Superintendent Horne abstained from this agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification about this agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr made comments about this agenda item.
  Member Clark sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification about this agenda item.
  A motion was made to reject the findings of fact and conclusions of law and to revoke the license of Joshua G. Bahen.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Katherine Haley
  Member Dr. Hagerman sought clarification about the proposed motion.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification about the proposed motion.
  President Dr. Corr sought clarification about the proposed motion.
  Member Clark clarified the proposed motion.
  President Dr. Corr and Member Clark sought clarification about this agenda item and motion.
  Assistant Attorney General Caputo provided clarification.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification.
  President Dr. Corr recognized the alteration of the previous motion.
  A motion was made to revoke the license of Joshua G. Bahen.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Katherine Haley10

  A motion was made to reject the findings of fact and conclusions of law and to revoke the license of Joshua G. Bahen.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Katherine Haley

  A motion was made to revoke the license of Joshua G. Bahen.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Katherine Haley

  A motion was made to adjust the findings of fact and conclusions of law and recommendations of the Professional Practices Advisory
  Committee with the omission of the mitigating factor citing an absence of disciplinary records, and revoke the license of Joshua G, Bahen.

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  DATED AND POSTED this 17th day of January, 2023.
  Arizona State Board of Education
  By:
  Sean Ross
  Executive Director
  (602) 542-5057
  10:00 a.m. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
  Attendees
  Dr. Daniel Corr, President
  Tom Horne, Superintendent
  Jenny Clark, Board Member
  Dr. Jacqui Clay, Board Member
  Dr. Scott Hagerman, Board Member
  Katherine Haley, Board Member
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas, Board Member
  Julia Meyerson, Board Member
  Jason Catanese, Board Member
  Dr. Robert Robbins, Board Member - Virtual
  1. Presentation of Candidates and Election of State Board of Education Officers for 2023
  Meeting called to order at 10:02 am.
  Executive Director Ross presented the Nominating Committee's slate of candidates for President and Vice President.
  The Board members voted for President and Vice President.
  Executive Director Ross presented that Dr. Corr was voted as President and Member Haley was voted as Vice President.
  President Dr. Corr thanked the Board for their votes for confidence.
  2. BUSINESS REPORTS
  A. President's Report
  1. Recognition of Board service: Christine Burton
  President Dr. Corr made comments of thanks to former Member Burton.
  Former Member Burton expressed words of thanks.
  2. Welcome of Superintendent Horne
  President Dr. Corr welcomed Superintendent Horne.
  B. Superintendent's Report3
  1. Department of Education Updates
  Superintendent Horne expressed thanks and made comments about his priorities.
  C. Executive Director's Report
  1. Introduction remarks from Director Ross and introduction of Deputy Aaron Wonders
  President Dr. Corr provided the floor to Executive Director Ross and Deputy Director Wonders to introduce themselves.
  Executive Director Ross introduced himself to the Board.
  Deputy Director Wonders introduced himself to the Board.
  3. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
  Rachieda Warton, representing herself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.
  Sedina Levin, representing Black Mothers Forum, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.
  Shannon Hayes, representing Black Mothers Forum, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.
  4. CONSENT AGENDA
  Member Haley made comments about agenda item 4I.
  Member Meyerson recused herself from agenda item 4B.
  Member Dr. Hagerman recused himself from agenda item 4B.
  A motion was to approve agenda items 4A through 4I.
  Motion passed: 8-0.
  Motion made by: Katherine Haley
  Motion seconded by: Jenny Clark
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Recuse
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Recuse
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Yes
  A. Approval of the addition of the Avant Standards-based Measurement of Proficiency (STAMP) 4S – English test and the ACTFL Assessment
  of Performance toward Proficiency in Languages (AAPPL) – English test added to the Seal of Biliteracy Program menu of options for English
  proficiency.
  B. Approval of the Move on When Reading (MOWR) local education agency (LEA) and charter school literacy plans for release of K-3 Reading
  Base
  C. Receipt of the FY23 Move On When Reading Annual Report
  D. Approval to award contracts between the State Board of Education and approved Adult Education Local Providers for educational services
  in Program Year 2023-2024
  E. Approval of the addition of degrees to the degree matrix to meet the Subject-Matter Expert certificate degree requirement and subject
  knowledge exam waiver
  F. Approval to award eight new charter schools the Arizona Charter School Program Grant, as determined by the ADE Arizona Charter School
  Program team
  G. Approval of the hearing officer's recommendations to deny the appeal for certification for reasons that do not involve immoral or
  unprofessional conduct for Rachieda Warton, Case No. 2022-018
  H. Receipt of the Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry Subject Competency Review
  I. Approval of additional oral history resources pursuant to Laws 2022, Chapter 303
  5. CALL TO THE PUBLIC4
  April Beauboeuf, representing herself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.
  William Franklin, representing himself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, but did not address the Board.
  Lupita Almanza, representing herself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, but did not address the Board.
  Sarah Frechette, representing herself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, but did not address the Board.
  Dr. Mark Joraanstad, representing Arizona School Administrators, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the
  Board.
  Christie Black, representing herself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.
  Joseph Bia, representing Kayenta Unified School District, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.
  Riley Merline, representing himself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.
  6. GENERAL SESSION
  A. Presentation and discussion of the Move On When Reading (MOWR) K-3 program, to include the discussion of the annual MOWR report
  Member Phillips-Krivickas left the Board Meeting at 11:02am.
  Dr. Amy Boza, Director of English Language Arts and Move On When Reading at the Department of Education, presented to the Board.
  Member Phillips-Krivickas returned to the Board Meeting at 11:05am.
  Member Phillips-Krivickas made comments and requested clarification about this agenda item.
  Dr. Amy Boza provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Phillips-Krivickas requested clarification about this agenda item.
  Dr. Amy Boza provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Superintendent Horne made comments about this agenda item.
  Member Clark made comments and requested clarification about this agenda item.
  Dr. Amy Boza provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Clark requested clarification about this agenda item.
  Dr. Amy Boza provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Clark made comments and requested clarification about this agenda item.
  Dr. Amy Boza provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Meyerson left the Board Meeting at 11:27am.
  Member Clark made comments about this agenda item.
  Dr. Amy Boza provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Meyerson returned to the Board Meeting at 11:31am.
  Member Clark made comments about this agenda item.
  Dr. Amy Boza provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Phillips-Krivickas made comments and sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Dr. Amy Boza provided clarification about this agenda item.
  B. Presentation, discussion, and possible action to open rulemaking procedures on A.A.C. R7-2-602.02 Arizona Teacher Leader Professional
  Standards
  Bruce DuPlanty, Deputy Associate Superintendent of Educator Preparation and Certification at the Department of Education, presented to
  the Board.
  A motion was made to open rulemaking procedures for A.A.C. R7-2-602.02 Arizona Teacher Leader Professional Standards.
  Member Dr. Clay made comments and requested clarification about this agenda item.
  Bruce DuPlanty provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Vice President Haley made comments about this agenda item.
  Member Meyerson made comments and requested clarification about this agenda item.
  Bruce DuPlanty provided clarification about this agenda item.5
  Motion passed: 10-0.
  Motion made by: Dr. Jacqui Clay
  Motion seconded by: Jason Catanese
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Yes
  The Board Meeting took a break at 11:58am.
  Member Dr. Robbins left the Board Meeting at 11:58am.
  The Board Meeting returned from break at 12:16pm.
  C. Presentation, discussion and possible action to close rulemaking procedures for A.A.C. Article 15, Empowerment Scholarship Accounts
  A motion was made to close rulemaking procedures for A.A.C. Article 15, Empowerment Scholarship Accounts.
  Superintendent Horne made comments about the proposed motion.
  A motion was made to postpone this agenda item until the February Board Meeting.
  Superintendent Horne made comments about this agenda item.
  Christine Accurso, ESA Executive Director at the Department of Education, presented to the Board.
  President Dr. Corr requested clarification about this agenda item.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Christine Accurso made comments about this agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr made comments about the agenda item.
  Member Clark made comments about this agenda item.
  Superintendent Horne made comments about this agenda item.
  Christine Accurso made comments about this agenda item.
  Member Clark sought clarification and made comments about this agenda item.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Deputy Director Wonders provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Clark made comments about this agenda item.
  Superintendent Horne sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Christine Accurso provided clarification about this agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Christine Accurso made comments about this agenda item.
  Executive Director Ross made comments about this agenda item.
  The motion to postpone this agenda item until the February Board Meeting was withdrawn.
  Member Dr. Hagerman made comments about this agenda item.
  Deputy Director Wonders provided clarification on this agenda item.
  Member Clark sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Deputy Director Wonders provided clarification on this agenda item.
  Member Phillips-Krivickas sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Clark provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Motion passed: 9-0.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Dr. Jacqui Clay
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes6
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Not Present
  D. Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding 2021-2022 A-F Accountability Appeals
  A motion was made to deny the appeal application for Sentinel Elementary School due to not a valid ground for appeal (student
  characteristics, accountability formula) for Appeal Factor 2 and no impact to letter grade for Appeal Factor 1.
  Motion passed: 9-0.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Katherine Haley
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Not Present
  E. UPDATED - Presentation and discussion regarding the educator discipline report - UPDATED
  Jessica Mueller, Research and Data Analyst at the State Board of Education, presented to the Board.
  Member Clark made comments about this agenda item.
  Vice President Haley sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Jessica Mueller provided clarification about this agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr made comments about this agenda item.
  F. ITEM ADDED - Presentation and discussion regarding legislative affairs. The Board may take action to support, oppose or remain neutral on
  specific legislative proposals - ITEM ADDED
  Deputy Director Wonders presented to the Board.
  Executive Director Ross made comments about this agenda item.
  Vice President Haley made comments about this agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr made comments about this agenda item.
  7. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
  None.
  8. CONSENT AGENDA - CERTIFICATION ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
  A. Approval of the voluntary surrender of the educator certificates held by:
  A motion was made to approve Items 8A1 through 8A21; B1 and B2; C1 and C2; D1 and D2, and E1.
  Motion passed: 9-0.
  Motion made by: Dr. Scott Hagerman
  Motion seconded by: Katherine Haley
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Not Present7
  1. Cameron Alvarez, Case no. C-2022-001570
  a. Cameron Alvarez, Case no. C-2022-001570 - Supporting Documents
  2. Randy Armstrong, Case no. C-2022-002713
  a. Randy Armstrong, Case no. C-2022-002713 - Supporting Documents
  3. Michael Bolligar, Case no. C-2021-012955
  a. Michael Bolligar, Case no. C-2022-012955 - Supporting Documents
  4. Mohamed El Nounw, Case no. C-2022-001006
  a. Mohamed El Nounw, Case no. C-2022-001006 - Supporting Documents
  5. Tanamonic Gonzalez, Case no. C-2022-001656
  a. Tanamonic Gonzalez, Case no. C-2022-001656 - Supporting Documents
  6. Lyda Harris, Case no. C-2022-002190
  a. Lyda Harris, Case no. C-2022-002190 - Supporting Documents
  7. Angelica Head, Case no. C-2022-002148
  a. Angelica Head, Case no. C-2022-002148 - Supporting Documents
  8. Michael Irving, Case no. C-2022-000971
  a. Michael Irving, Case no. C-2022-000971 - Supporting Documents
  9. Jordan Javier, Case no. C-2022-002462
  a. Jordan Javier, Case no. C-2022-002462 - Supporting Documents
  10. Cory Kapahulehua, Case no. C-2022-002700
  a. Cory Kapahulehua, Case no. C-2022-002700 - Supporting Documents
  11. Marissa Krummel, Case no. C-2022-000646
  a. Marissa Krummel, Case no. C-2022-000646 - Supporting Documents
  12. Kristine Lindquist, Case no. C-2022-001087
  a. Kristine Lindquist, Case no. C-2022-001087 - Supporting Documents
  13. Annette Oglevee, Case no. C-2021-013247
  a. Annette Oglevee, Case no. C-2021-013247 - Supporting Documents
  14. Daniel Schulz, Case no. C-2021-012459
  a. Daniel Schulz, Case no. C-2021-012459 - Supporting Documents
  15. Brandon Shinault, Case no. C-2022-002984
  a. Brandon Shinault, Case no. C-2022-002984 - Supporting Documents
  16. Ramajana Slomic, Case no. C-2022-001821
  a. Ramajana Slomic, Case no. C-2022-001821 - Supporting Documents
  17. William Thorpe, Case no. C-2022-000842
  a. William Thorpe, Case no. C-2022-000842 - Supporting Documents8
  18. Joseph Valle, Case no. C-2021-004764
  a. Joseph Valle, Case no. C-2021-004764 - Supporting Documents
  19. Jeff Van Handel, Case no. C-2016-000202
  a. Jeff Van Handel, Case no. C-2016-000202 - Supporting Documents
  20. Shawn Watson, Case no. C-2022-002044
  a. Shawn Watson, Case no. C-2022-002044 - Supporting Documents
  21. Sheri Whinery, Case no. C-2022-002979
  a. Sheri Whinery, Case no. C-2022-002979 - Supporting Documents
  B. Approval of the permanent revocation of any and all educator certificates, pursuant to A.R.S. § 15-550, held by:
  1. Mark Lindrud, Case no. C-2022-003087
  a. Mark Lindrud, Case no. C-2022-003087 - Supporting Documents
  2. Joshua Silverthorn, Case no. C-2021-009267
  a. Joshua Silverthorn, Case no. C-2021-009267 - Supporting Documents
  C. Approval of the revocation of any and all educator certificates, pursuant to A.R.S. § 15-534.04(C), held by:
  1. Herandez Cortez Evans, Case no. C-2022-000968
  a. Herandez Cortez Evans, Case no. C-2022-000968 - Supporting Documents
  2. Russell Zysett, Case no. C-2022-001935
  a. Russell Zysett, Case no. C-2022-001935 - Supporting Documents
  D. Approval of the revocation of any and all educator certificates, pursuant to A.A.C. R7-2-1307(A), held by:
  1. Michelle Bauer, Case no. C-2022-001373
  a. Michelle Bauer, Case no. C-2022-001373- Supporting Documents
  2. Benjamin Turk, Case no. C-2022-001724
  a. Benjamin Turk, Case no. C-2022-001724 - Supporting Documents
  E. Approval of the Summary Suspension of any and all educator certificates, pursuant to A.A.C. R7-2-1309, held by:
  1. Florencia Cruz Sustar, Case no. C-2022-001743
  a. Florencia Cruz Sustar, Case no. C-2022-001743 - Supporting Documents
  9. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
  Jess Lorona, representing LoronaMead, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.
  Joshua Bahen, representing himself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.
  Assistant Attorney General Kathleen Brantingham, representing the Arizona Department of Education, submitted a Call to the Public Request to
  Speak Form, addressed the Board.
  Edmundo Robaina, representing Yen Pilch Robaina & Kresin PLC, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the
  Board.
  Sara Stark, representing Chelle Law, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, but did not address the Board.
  Juan Villafane, representing himself, submitted a Call to the Public Request to Speak Form, and addressed the Board.9
  10. GENERAL SESSION - CERTIFICATION ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
  A. Presentation, discussion and possible action to approve the Negotiated Settlement Agreements for:
  A motion was made to approve Items 10A1 through 10A5.
  Motion passed: 9-0.
  Motion made by: Jason Catanese
  Motion seconded by: Dr. Jacqui Clay
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Not Present
  1. Marciela Nunez, Case no. C-2022-002108
  a. Marciela Nunez, Case no. C-2022-002108 - Supporting Documents
  2. Shaun Reynolds, Case no. C-2022-001578
  a. Shaun Reynolds, Case no. C-2022-001578 - Supporting Documents
  3. Liora Sitelman, Case no. C-2022-000916
  a. Liora Sitelman, Case no. C-2022-000916 - Supporting Documents
  4. Juan Villafane, Case no. C-2022-001453
  a. Juan Villafane, Case no. C-2022-001453 - Supporting Documents
  5. Christopher Whittaker Case no. C-2022-001158
  a. Christopher Whittaker Case no. C-2022-001158 - Supporting Documents
  B. Presentation discussion and possible action on the complaint against Joshua G. Bahen, Case no. C-2021-011934
  Superintendent Horne abstained from this agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification about this agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr made comments about this agenda item.
  Member Clark sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification about this agenda item.
  A motion was made to reject the findings of fact and conclusions of law and to revoke the license of Joshua G. Bahen.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Katherine Haley
  Member Dr. Hagerman sought clarification about the proposed motion.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification about the proposed motion.
  President Dr. Corr sought clarification about the proposed motion.
  Member Clark clarified the proposed motion.
  President Dr. Corr and Member Clark sought clarification about this agenda item and motion.
  Assistant Attorney General Caputo provided clarification.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification.
  President Dr. Corr recognized the alteration of the previous motion.
  A motion was made to revoke the license of Joshua G. Bahen.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Katherine Haley10
  Member Phillips-Krivickas sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Assistant Attorney General Kathleen Brantingham provided clarification.
  Member Phillips-Krivickas sought clarification about the proposed motion.
  Executive Director Ross provided clarification about the proposed motion.
  President Dr. Corr made comments and sought clarification about the desired motion.
  Member Clark and Member Haley provided clarification.
  Member Meyerson sought clarification about the agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Dr. Clay made comments and sought clarification about this agenda item.
  Garnett Burns, Enforcement Action Project Director at the State Board of Education, provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Vice President Haley provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Meyerson sought clarification about the agenda item.
  President Dr. Corr provided clarification about this agenda item.
  Member Clark made comments about this agenda item.
  A motion was made to adjust the findings of fact and conclusions of law and recommendations of the Professional Practices Advisory
  Committee with the omission of the mitigating factor citing an absence of disciplinary records, and revoke the license of Joshua G, Bahen.
  Motion passed: 8-0.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Katherine Haley
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Abstain
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Not Present
  1. Joshua Bahen, Case no. C-2021-011934 - Supporting Documents
  C. Presentation, discussion and possible action on the findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendation of the Professional Practices
  Advisory Committee to suspend the certificates of Parker Baty, Case no. C-2021-012273, for a period of three years
  A motion was made to approve the findings of fact, conclusions of law and the recommendation of the Professional Practices Advisory
  Committee to suspend the certificates of Parker Baty, Case no. C-2021-012273, for a period of three years.
  Motion passed: 9-0.
  Motion made by: Jenny Clark
  Motion seconded by: Dr. Scott Hagerman
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Not Present
  1. Parker Baty, Case no. C-2021-012273 - Supporting Documents
  D. Presentation, discussion and possible action on the findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendation of the Professional Practices
  Advisory Committee to revoke the certificates of Todd Cheesman, Case no. C-2021-012782, for a five years
  A motion was made to approve the findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendation of the Professional Practices Advisory
  Committee to revoke the certificates of Todd Cheesman, Case no. C-2021-012782, for a period of five years.
  Motion passed: 9-0.11
  Motion made by: Katherine Haley
  Motion seconded by: Dr. Jacqui Clay
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Not Present
  1. Todd Cheesman, Case no. C-2021-012782 - Supporting Documents
  E. Presentation, discussion and possible action on the findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendation of the Professional Practices
  Advisory Committee to suspend the teaching certificates of Mark Ewy, Case no. C-2021-012968, for a a period of two years
  A motion was made to approve the findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendation of the Professional Advisory Committee to
  suspend the certificates of Mark Ewy, Case no. C-2021-012968.
  Motion passed: 9-0.
  Motion made by: Dr. Scott Hagerman
  Motion seconded by: Karla Phillips-Krivickas
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Not Present
  1. Mark Ewy, Case no. C-2021-012968 - Supporting Documents
  F. Presentation, discussion and possible action on the findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendation of the Professional Practices
  Advisory Committee to revoke the certificates of Stephanie Voss, Case no. C-2022-000558, for a period of five years
  A motion was made to approve the findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendation of the Professional Practices Advisory
  Committee to revoke the certificates of Stephanie Voss, Case no. C-2022-000558.
  Motion passed: 9-0.
  Motion made by: Katherine Haley
  Motion seconded by: Jason Catanese
  Voting:
  Dr. Daniel Corr - Yes
  Jason Catanese - Yes
  Jenny Clark - Yes
  Dr. Jacqui Clay - Yes
  Dr. Scott Hagerman - Yes
  Katherine Haley - Yes
  Tom Horne - Yes
  Julia Meyerson - Yes
  Karla Phillips-Krivickas - Yes
  Dr. Robert Robbins - Not Present
  1. Stephanie Voss, Case no. C-2022-000558 - Supporting Documents
  11. SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS, FUTURE MEETING DATES AND ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS
  Dr. Corr made comments about possible announcements.
  Executive Director Ross thanked the Board members.
  Meeting adjourned at 1:20pm.12

• 5. Joshua Bahen Casa Grande, Arizona Investigated

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  First Name
  Joshua
  Last Name
  Bahen
  Middle Name
  Date of Birth
  Not specified
  Gender
  Male
  Professional Information
  Teacher ID
  Certification Number
  Employment Status
  Unknown
  Subjects Taught
  spanish
  Professional Roles
  Classroom Teacher Subject Specialist
  Location Information
  Current City
  Casa Grande
  State
  Arizona (AZ)
  Country
  United States
  Employment History
  Current School
  Casa Grande Union High School
  Current District
  Casa Grande Union High School District
  County
  Pinal County, AZ
  Case Information
  Case Status
  Investigated
  Case Severity
  Not specified
  Allegation Date
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  Sexual Contact with Minor License Action Only
  Allegations & Charges
  Summary: Case Details: Bahen was involved in a certification enforcement case, identified as Case No. C-2021-011934. Nature of Misconduct: Reports from AZ Free News and other local newsletters have listed Bahen among educators facing discipline for sexual misconduct involving minors.
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  0
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  Legal Information
  Court Case Number
  Prosecutor
  Defense Attorney
  Judge Name
  Administrative Actions
  License Status
  Suspended
  License Action Date
  Not specified
  Source and Verification
  Verification Status
  Verified
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  Joshua Bahen is an individual whose teaching certification in Arizona was subject to disciplinary action by the Arizona State Board of Education. azsbe.az.gov azsbe.az.gov +1 Disciplinary History Case Details: Bahen was involved in a certification enforcement case, identified as Case No. C-2021-011934. Nature of Misconduct: Reports from AZ Free News and other local newsletters have listed Bahen among educators facing discipline for sexual misconduct involving minors. Certification Status: He was described as being "certified in Arizona" at the time of these reports, which often indicates that while he held a state teaching certificate, the alleged or actual misconduct may have occurred elsewhere or was handled by the state's central board. Recent Board Action: His case was on the agenda for the Professional Practices Advisory Committee in late 2022. azfreenews.com azfreenews.com +5 Professional Transition Outside of the classroom, a Joshua Bahen is currently listed as a DCS Specialist for the Arizona Department of Child Safety, where he focuses on child safety investigations.
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• 6. Teaching license REVOKED due to a child sexual misconduct investigation. CLEARED to CURRENTLY be an ARIZONA CPS SPECIALIST.

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• 7. Shannon Michelle Henderson @Shannonagain2 Teaching license REVOKED due to a child sexual misconduct investigation. CLEARED to CURRENTLY be an ARIZONA CPS SPECIALIST. https://azsbe.az.gov/discipline-search

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  First Name
  Joshua
  Last Name
  Bahen
  Middle Name
  Date of Birth
  Not specified
  Gender
  Unknown
  Person Type
  CPS Worker
  Professional Information
  Employee ID
  Job Title
  Investigative Specialist
  Department
  AZ DCS
  License Number
  Certification Number
  Employment Status
  Active
  Professional Roles
  CPS Investigator
  Location Information
  Current City
  Casa Grande
  Current State
  AZ
  Current County
  Current Country
  US
  Agency Information
  Current Agency
  AZ DCS
  Agency Type
  Employment Status
  Active
  Case Information
  Allegation Categories
  Sexual Abuse
  Case Status
  Investigated
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  Not specified
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  Not specified
  Investigation Date
  Not specified
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  Conviction Date
  Not specified
  Allegations & Charges
  Allegation Types:
  Former teacher, investigated for child sexual abuse.
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  Victim Count
  0
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  Defense Attorney
  Judge Name
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  License Status
  Unknown
  License Action Date
  Not specified
  Source and Verification
  Verification Status
  Unverified
  News Articles
  News Article 1
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  Record Added
  Apr 15, 2026
  Last Updated
  Apr 15, 2026
  Public Record
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  Joshua Bahen CA 2014 Teacher Scott Valley Unified
  Joshua Bahen CA 2013 Teacher Scott Valley Unified
  Joshua Bahen CA 2012 Teacher Scott Valley Unified
  Joshua Bahen G CA 2017 N/A Scott Valley Unified School District
  Bahen Joshua CA 2020 Teacher River Delta Joint Unified
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  Joshua Bahen AZ 2025 Dcs Specialist Arizona Department of Child Safety