Mr. Holmes swore in Ms. Molly Bruzewski for reappointment to the Board of Directors of Flex Michigan.

Mr. Cherry shared on the financials dashboard as of November 30, 2025, including the dashboard and detailed balance sheet. He also mentioned the 2024-25 audit was officially closed.

Ms. Izzo shared Current enrollment is 296 students (Flint: 140, Burton: 156). Drops are minimal, indicating strong student retention. She also shared on attendance is trending above the 63% average for alternative education schools. The December report is pending.

Ms. Izzo shared focusing is on instructional learning cycles, using student writing samples for teacher feedback and PLC analysis. She also mentioned both schools completed the same number of courses, showing a positive trend, six students have earned ACT WorkKeys credentials, five students are program completers for CNA but have not yet taken the state test, and students of the month.

Ms. Izzo shared that 21 students are certified graduates, with 20 planning to walk in the ceremony this Friday. She also shared all seniors have a post-secondary transition goal, with many planning to attend Mott Community College, Job Corps, or pursue certifications.

Ms. Izzo also shared on the school continues monthly enrollment events and food pantry volunteer opportunities. She also mentioned new STEMnetics program will begin in early February, offering hands-on robotics and math support. A grant is being pursued to start a robotics team. The CTE program application is still being processed, with a response expected by mid-February.

Ms. Izzo shared on funds from the previous month were used to purchase winter clothing for students, including jackets, pants, boots, and a snowsuit for a student's baby. She also shared on a senior lunch is scheduled for tomorrow in the common area. The CTE Advisory Committee will meet on February 5th at The Redwood Lodge State House. Principal Izzo added a student appreciation event is planned for the week of February 9th, and Open houses are planned for February in Flint and March in Burton.

Ms. Izzo shared no significant staffing changes were reported. A team-building event was held at an escape room on December 19th, and Professional Development includes "writing across the content" and ongoing TREC certification training.

Mr. Holmes expressed appreciation for the board members and provided name tags for their use at school events. 

Ms. Chase shared on a professional grant writer is on staff to assist with applications. LLAC attended the MAPSA Symposium and engaged with the National Charter School Institute (NCSI), which received a $12 million federal CSP grant. She also mentioned the key focus areas for grants include enrollment, mental health, workforce readiness (CTE), and transportation. Potential funders include the Kellogg and Charles Stewart Mott Foundations.

Academic: Ms. Lepine spoke on the revised special education attendance policy is pending final approval and is expected to be implemented by January 30th. The CMU contract amendment includes minor course updates and two new electives (Theater, Intro to Visual Arts) based on student interest, and a transition specialist will hold a resume workshop at each school site next month.

Finance: Mr. Clark met with finance and shared on the committee meeting and clarifying the budget.

Governance: Ms. Brown shared the committee did not meet but will resume next month to focus on board structure. She also mentioned policies discussed in December are not yet completed. Committees were reminded to add "board policies" as an ongoing agenda item.

Mr. Merante shared a communication was sent on December 16th regarding the positive staff review results from CMU, which require no additional follow-up.

Next Board Meeting Date: February 10, 2026, at 6:00p.