Esther Espinosa Dilone and Kai McFadgion (both seniors) shared about their experiences at WLPCS.

Peter Anderson highlighted the need to engage the DC COUNCIL to urge them to reject the proposed repeal of the 3.1% increase to the annual facilities allotment beginning in FY26.

Peter Anderson and Bob Eleby El talked about athletics at WLPCS.

Peter Anderson prefaced the presentation by highlighting the WLPCS athletics philosophy.

1. We want to be inclusive

2. We value competition

3. We value physical development and wellness as an element of human flourishing

4. We want students to be exposed to a wide variety of athletic options/experiences

Bob Eleby El elaborated on the current state of athletics at WLPCS and the possible sports options at 2nd St and at AJC @ KIROV.

Peter Anderson presented a SWOT (Strengths/Weaknesses/Opportunities/Threats) analysis of the WLPCS athletic program. 

One of the issues discussed was the 2nd St field, whether to upgrade the sod or change to turf.

As an extension of the classical mission of the school, Diana Smith emphasized that WLPCS should continue the commitment to have "no cut" sports.

Peter Anderson and Kate Cromwell proposed that WLPCS apply for MSAP, a federal Department of Education grant program.

A primary goal of MSAP is to reduce, eliminate, or prevent "minority group isolation" in schools.

Each MSAP application must include either a required or a voluntary desegregation plan.

The implications of a desegregation plan for WLPCS and the benefits vs the risks were discussed.

Tom Porter informed the board that the AJC @ KIROV project is on schedule.

Lisa Rucker thanked all the board members for completing their HOS evaluation.

It was noted that the slate of officers for next year will likely remain the same.

In June, there will be a vote to renew the board terms of the following board members.

• Carl McFadgion
• Lisa Rucker
• Brendan Williams-Kief

A board candidate will be present at the June meeting.

Geovanna Izurieta gave a brief overview of the current financial status of WLPCS. The (KPI) Key Performance Indicators show improvement from last month. The annotated financials indicate 9 months of financial information.

Form 990 (Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax)  was reviewed by the WLPCS audit firm and also by the WLPCS Finance Committee before it was received by the board for review and approval.

The form is due to be submitted to IRS on 05/15/2024 Wed.

There will be a college counseling report at a special meeting of the Academic Committee on June 20 Thu.

A legal matter was discussed during executive session.