Global Leadership Academy

K-12 Board of Directors Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

Date and Time

Thursday July 24, 2025 at 4:30 PM EDT

Location

4660 Lusso Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32246

 

K-12 Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, July 24 · 4:30 – 5:30pm
Time zone: America/New_York
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Agenda

Section Number Topic Number Details Purpose Presenter Time
I. Opening Items 4:30 PM
 
Opening Items
 
  A. Record Attendance and Guests   Marina Korniychuk 2 m
  B. Call the Meeting to Order   Larry Williams 1 m
II. Consent Agenda 4:33 PM
  A. Approve Previous Board Minutes 6/26/25 Approve Minutes
     
  B. Approve Previous Board Minutes 6/30/25 Approve Minutes
     
  C. June Financial Statements FYI Dmitriy Goncharov
   

There are preliminary end-year financials for the schools, which show a very strong performance at the schools. At the next board meeting we'll present the entire Global Enterprise financial performance.

 
  D. Amendment of 24-25 budgets Vote Dmitriy Goncharov
   

The state requires budgets to be amended by the board in order to properly account for the funds received. At the end of the school year, the schools received more funding than originally planned and ended the year with better results. The board needs to approve the amended budget to bring it in line with the actual numbers. The annual financial report will be presented to the board during the next board meeting. Recommendation to approve the amended budgets.

 
  E. Additional CSP funds Vote Dmitriy Goncharov
   

The state allocated additional $200,000 for Arts and Intercoastal schools. Milena worked with the schools to spend funds for the urgently needed items. We had only a day to submit the amendments. Mr. Board Chair has signed the amendments and the Superintended has signed them as well. Both amendments include the detailed budgets and quotes for procurement.

 
  F. Updated Student Code of Conduct Vote Julie Hemphill
   

Recommendation to review and approve the updated Student Code of Conduct Policy

 
  G. Dismissal Policy Vote Julie Hemphill
   

Recommendation to review and approve the updated Dismissal Policy.

 
  H. Employee Handbook Update 25-26 Vote Julie Hemphill
   

Recommendation to review and approve the updated Employee Handbook 25-26.

 
  I. Instructional Staff Arrest Reporting Policy Vote Julie Hemphill
   

This policy sets requirements for staff self-reporting of arrests and criminal offenses and outlines the school’s obligations for timely response and removal from the classroom, as required by law.

 
  J. Wireless Communication Devices Policy Vote Julie Hemphill
   

This policy addresses the use of cell phones and similar devices by students during the school day and school events. The policy reflects statutory restrictions under HB 1105 (2025) and § 1006.07(2)(n), Florida Statutes, and includes enforcement mechanisms, defined exceptions, and a requirement that the policy be included in the Student/Parent Handbook.

 
  K. Threat Management Policy Vote Julie Hemphill
   

This policy establishes school-based protocols for assessing and managing potential threats. It includes team composition, evaluation procedures, documentation standards, and coordination with law enforcement and mental health professionals.

 
  L. Student Welfare Policy Vote Julie Hemphill
   

This policy outlines parent notification requirements and procedures relating to student well-being, including health services and instruction. It also provides a framework for resolving parental concerns at the school, district, and state levels.

 
III. Public Comments 4:33 PM
  A. Public Comments Discuss 5 m
IV. Approval of Consent Agenda 4:38 PM
  A. Approval of Consent Agenda Vote Larry Williams 5 m
V. Discussion Items 4:43 PM
  A. Global Arts 2025 PTO Board Vote Lianna Knight 2 m
   

We would like our 2025 PTO Board Members approved so we are able to set up our banking account.

 
  B. Academic Update Discuss Julie Hemphill & Ilya Soroka 2 m
   

2024-2025 FLDOE School Grades are released and public. Outreach Staff and School Leadership will present school data and academic successes.

 
VI. Board Comments 4:47 PM
  A. Adjourn Meeting Vote