Vision, Mission and Core Values were read by board members.

George Rosero commented on establishing a formal decision-making body that allows for parental input on sports opportunities at The GLOBE. 

The agenda and minutes were approved by consent without objection.

There was no formal report this month. 

A formal report was included in the agenda packet. A brief discussion was held about the National School Lunch Program, particularly the importance of having parents apply for free and reduced lunch benefits with the school, as there are those who are eligible but do not apply. 

There was no formal report this month. Committee will meet on August 9th to map out the plan for the school year. 

There was no formal report this month. Funding sheet for July has been received. The final enrollment totals will likely result in an amendment to the budget. Chip noted that the funding formula appears to be much more simplified. Chip said the end-of-year numbers should be available for approval by the next Board meeting. A discussion was held about providing a cost-of-living increase for GLOBE staff to be in alignment with the county, who has provided a cost-of-living increase for its employees. 

Motion made by Chip to provide a three percent cost-of-living adjustment for all GLOBE staff members. Motion seconded by Anita. Motion approved by all present.

 

A formal report was included in the agenda packet.

Motion made by Chip to adjust the Modulars contract for up to $130K and for up to $50K for the Georgia Power-related cost with Juan and Sharon providing the final approval for anything that exceeds those amounts. Seconded by Monique. Motion approved by all present. 
 

A formal report was included in the agenda packet. Annual Fund at orientation currently stands at $14,049. All fundraising pages have been updated. 

There was no formal report this month. Websites have been updated. There will be a brand management meeting on August 10th. End of year surveys will be sent out on August 7th or 8th. Sharon suggested sharing a link to a website that notes the respective positions of each Georgia gubernatorial candidate as it relates to charter schools. Anita said there is a new Board webpage about getting involved. 

There was no formal report this month. Sharon spoke about a recent presentation given by Rob Fortson on school handbooks. The Board retreat is scheduled for August 18th. The retreat will be facilitated by BoardOnTrack. Sharon stated that Ryan has suggested a PowerPoint template for Board reports for committee updates during Board meetings. Sharon shared an update on the funding issue with the county. The DeKalb County BOE has held two executive sessions regarding the issue, but there has not been a final decision to resolve the matter. Christi and Anita attended the first meeting of the Lakeside High School Construction Advisory Committee. Anita and Sharon said that it is important to stay engage with the advisory committee and the DeKalb County BOE. 

There is no formal report this month. Three proposals have been submitted thus far from strategic planning vendors. Two more proposals are expected within the next week. 

There was no formal report this month. Diversity training was held during the GLOBE staff retreat. Brian and his wife facilitated the training. Equity Audit assessments will be conducted during the first part of the school year. Sharon noted that if Brian is engaged for more training as a facilitator and his participation requires a vote of the Board, then he will recuse himself.  

The next scheduled meeting will be held on August 27, 2018 at 7 p.m. at Upper Campus.