John Appleton was in attendance as a guest.

Todd Sumner invited Trustees to ask questions and share thoughts about the initiative.
Todd presented Staff Support and Engagement information.  Todd showed that over time, staff have become more supportive of the plan.
Theresa Espinola raised concern about potential conflict of interest in relation to any perceived financial overlap between the school and the initiative.  Theresa asked if the idea needed to be run by the Department of Education. 
Todd acknowledged the concerns and said that these questions can be addressed if the group votes to move forward with the initiative later in the evening.
Trustees shared thoughts on the initiative.

Todd Sumner presented the Principal's report.
Todd invited Christine Regan-Davi and Katrina Drew to talk about a recent visit by Senator Tran.
Todd highlighted the good work of Michelle McNamara.

 

Katrina Drew presented the Development report.
The annual fund is just over 85k just below 56% of the goal and ahead of where the school was last year.

• 322 gifts have been received. 
• Family participation rate is 26%.
• Staff participation rate is 42%
• 22 alums have donated - there were 26 last year

ECO will sponsor a raffle basket fundraiser on PLP day.
The Common Principles event will be held April 6.
Senator Tran visited, toured Parker and spoke with parents and seniors
Katrina said she had met with Zayna Basma to discuss ways of increasing alum participation.
 

Christine Regan-Davi closed out the Board survey and will share results in the future.

Martin Turnbull said that a proposal to fix the heating system had been submitted and a full scope study will be submitted soon.

Mary Reid Mumford reported on the work of the Diversity and Enrollment Committee.

• There is new information in the letter mailed to prospective families - Parker's commitment to diversity is stated and there is a phone number to reach a Spanish speaking staff member.
• The Diversity and Enrollment Committee will be tabling at PLP day and Noche Sabrosa.
• The Committee will host a chalk talk for parents and students - what does diversity mean to you.

 

Michelle McKenna presented the Finance Committee report.

• The mid-year review by the auditors is complete.  It was clean with no findings.
• The projected per pupil rate including facilities aide is $14,068.
• Finances are on track.
• A description of the budget process to be undertaken and voted on by BOT in March was given.