New Directors:

• Katie Copeland
• Beth Lamb
• Linda Metcalf

Motion to approve August minutes made by Matt Geske. Motion seconded by Kristy Mouser. Motion approved unanimously.

No public comments.

Clint Riley reviewed the EOY financials projections and budget amendments. He explained that these were subject to change during the audit in November. Audit will be presented to the Board in January. Michael Wellbaum certified the financials to submit for audit.

Clint Riley and Melissa Goodroe reviewed BoardOnTrack usage. All meetings will be managed through the portal from now on. Surveys and assessments will be sent to Directors; this data will be used to build plans and goals for the year. Meeting documents will be made available to the public via a link on the organization's website.

Judith Kelly presented a status report on the Academic committee's endeavors which included two uploaded documents. She gave updated information on enrollment and implementation of strategic plan goals including desired student outcomes.

Willa Dunleavy updated the board on the Artistic committee's progress. Texas Dance Conservatory is now established with 76 paying/active students and 25 classes on both the FWAFA and TeSA campuses. Director Sheyna Ferraro manages 6 teachers for the Conservatory and offered six master classes over the summer.

TBC Director Bryan Priddy reported that no students enrolled in the planned TBC after-school program for the fall session; we will begin promotion plans for the spring session. TBC is currently involved in the JFK production with Fort Worth Opera and planning spring recording sessions.

In round one of TMEA competitions, all 41 FWAFA participants advanced to round 2. The FWAFA students placed 1st chair in 5 categories.

Melissa Goodroe gave an overview of the Development Committee activities and stated that the Join Our Family campaign was going very well. She encouraged 100% board participation in our annual fund. North Texas Giving Day resulted in 252 donations for a total of $41,000, including a $10,000 bonus match. The total raised to date in the campaigns is $72,000 with a goal of $86,000 to be raised by Oct. 2nd.

A Lunch & Learn event is scheduled for Oct. 21 and all Directors are asked to attend and invite 2-4 guests.

Save the date for the following cultivation events: Dec. 14 - Arborlawn pre-concert VIP reception, Jan. 8 & 9 - Faculty Talent Show, Feb. 26 - Gala/Emerald City Ball, April 26 - Spring Lunch & Learn, April 29 - Ballet VIP reception

Michael Wellbaum announced that Bill Lamkin will now chair the Facilities and Operations committee. The committee will meet to discuss growth and expansion of our schools including personnel, enrollment, and facilities. They will begin developing recommendations and considerations in these areas for board vote in the future.