There were no public comments. 

Mr. Cherry reported that the organization is approximately 75% through the fiscal year, with full state aid received this month. He noted that a final budget amendment and the proposed 2026–27 budget will be presented next month. Audit preparation is currently underway; however, the audit will not begin until the close of the fiscal year.

• Principal Izzo reviewed key upcoming school dates, including NWEA testing, the Senior Luncheon, and Graduation.
• She noted that staffing decisions are currently on hold until the new year; however, recruitment efforts have begun with the posting of two open positions.
• Staff participated in a range of professional development opportunities, including sessions with the Michigan College Access Network, NWEA, and the 61V Michigan CTE Expansion Grant.
• Several enrollment and community engagement events are scheduled, including two enrollment events this week with up to 14 prospective students, Senior Luncheons, the Women’s Wellness Expo, and the Gus Macker Tournament.
• Two recent graduates presented at the Bold By Choice Summit, sharing their experiences at Flex High and how the school supported their success after graduation.
• Attendance and enrollment data were reviewed, and the team is actively working to improve outcomes by reconnecting with disengaged and disenrolled students. A temporary decline in attendance was noted due to state testing, which was anticipated.
• Course and module completion rates were also impacted by state testing, as expected during this period.
• Staff continue to foster a positive school culture by promoting collaboration and mutual support. Notably, staff came together to assist a Burton student by replacing a broken bicycle used for transportation to school.
• Scholarship opportunities are available for seniors and recent graduates, including a scholarship opportunity recently shared by Ms. Lepine.

• Ms. Chase shared that LLAC sponsored the Bold By Choice Summit, which included an opportunity for President Skip Hansen to contribute the history of the organization to the National Charter School Institute’s Founder’s Library. A group from LLAC also participated in the event and supported the student speakers from the school. She also shared a brief video of the student's presentations from the event. The board was moved by the two speakers and impressed by their resilience.
• Mr. Blaylock shared that there are updates on legal matters, including a favorable appeal regarding the 2024-25 matter. There is no current timeline for the 2023-24 matter.

Academic

• Ms. Lepine shared that state testing and NWEA assessments are on schedule.
• She also shared that the state denied the Culinary CTE class, but the team was reviewing feedback and planning on reapplying next year when available. Principal Izzo provided additional details, including that the staff is reviewing opportunities to rent a commercial kitchen for the course, possible ways for course scheduling to meet the expected hour requirements, and alternative curriculum.
• Ms. Brown commented that the school continues to face barriers from the outside, but the Board, Administration, and ESP are resilient and will continue to support our students.

Finance

• Ms. Brown shared that the committee met and reviewed the financials with Mr. Cherry. Mr. Cherry will also be providing additional financial details requested by the committee members. 

Governance

• Ms. Bruzewski shared that the committee met briefly and reviewed and discussed the board correspondence and contract amendment sent by The Center.

• Mr. Merante shared that the annual Center for Charter Schools conference is scheduled for August 19, with a reception the night before. He also noted that there is an opportunity to nominate the Teacher and School Leader of the year.
• He noted that the water filtration verification is due the end of the year (which the school has already completed) and that new requirements will be in place for the new school year, which he will share more details on when available.
• Mr. Merante also will share information to the board members and school leader regarding crafting their "elevator speech" and how to use it while being an ambassador for the school.

Mr. Holmes shared that the board received correspondence from The Center regarding the contract amendment, including its term extension and noted the contract amendment is available under Section VIII. New Business Item A.