This year, we will revert our Family Handbook to its original version, as the changes made during our move to Coan were primarily related to buses and technology. 

We intend to include a new policy in the handbook stating that students may not be picked up by ride-sharing services such as Uber. 

To ensure consistency, we plan to consult other districts about their procedures for Uber and similar services. Kate B. has asked what our insurance policy says regarding students being picked up by someone not on the approved pick-up list. 

Wesley currently requests that parents send an email granting school permission if a child’s ride changes for any reason. Notably, Uber has a minimum age limit of 13 for students to use their service. We have experienced approximately eight incidents this year involving ride-share pickups, often due to parents wanting to avoid late fees or aftercare charges. 

Our new policy will clearly prohibit ride-sharing pickups. Additionally, we will implement a policy banning food delivery for students. Once these revisions are complete, the updated handbook will be submitted to the Board for approval. Please note that the APS code of conduct remains unchanged.

Updated Handbook will be presented at next Governance Meeting for vote.  

There will be changes to staff handbook.

Changes will be ready in May for Governance.

Upon reviewing the Bylaws, no amendments are necessary. Although remote board meetings were suggested while at Coan, Georgia Law does not permit this. 

It is important to analyze the skills required for board members and be prepared for transitions when terms end. Jason intends to present two board members to the Governance Committee, with hopes they will be voted in at the June board meeting. Ideally, new board members should have some experience with Wesley before the Charter renewal. Wesley will have three members rolling off in July 2026 and another three in July 2027 with the option to serve another 3 year term (only for July 2027 board members).

We will proceed with the Consent Agenda. Additionally, it was suggested that the Board Calendar reflect only one meeting in February, rather than two.