Liberty STEAM Charter
Minutes
LSC FOUNDING BOARD OF DIRECTORS ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE COMMITTEE
AGENDA FOR REGULARLY SCHEDULED MONTHLY MEETING
Date and Time
Thursday September 23, 2021 at 3:00 PM
Location
This meeting is held in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act. A copy of the agenda has been made available to the local media & general public.
Mission: Liberty STEAM Charter (LSC) works to provide all students equal access to a world-class K-12 education in an academically rigorous & student-centered learning environment, creating graduates to be thoughtful & engaged citizens prepared to take on the leadership challenges of the 21st century.
Vision: In partnership with our families & the community, Liberty STEAM Charter (LSC) will provide interdisciplinary, real-world, personalized, and project-based learning experiences through a STEAM-based academic program where graduates become the next generation of leaders, employers, and employees who contribute to the economic well-being of their communities and families.
Mission: Liberty STEAM Charter (LSC) works to provide all students equal access to a world-class K-12 education in an academically rigorous & student-centered learning environment, creating graduates to be thoughtful & engaged citizens prepared to take on the leadership challenges of the 21st century.
Vision: In partnership with our families & the community, Liberty STEAM Charter (LSC) will provide interdisciplinary, real-world, personalized, and project-based learning experiences through a STEAM-based academic program where graduates become the next generation of leaders, employers, and employees who contribute to the economic well-being of their communities and families.
Committee Members Present
Bronwyn McElveen (remote), Khalil Graham (remote), Rodney Thompson (remote), Trevor Ivey (remote)
Committee Members Absent
None
Guests Present
Gerald Boyd (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
Trevor Ivey called a meeting of the Academic Excellence Committee of Liberty STEAM Charter to order on Thursday Sep 23, 2021 at 3:00 PM.
C.
Invocation
Mrs. McElveen provided an invocation.
D.
Reading of the Mission Statement
Dr. Thompson read aloud the mission statement.
E.
Reading of the Vision Statement
Dr. Graham read aloud the vision statement.
F.
Pledge of Allegiance
Dr. Ivey led the committee in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
G.
Approve Today's Meeting Agenda
Bronwyn McElveen made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Rodney Thompson seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
H.
Approve Previous Meeting Minutes
Bronwyn McElveen made a motion to approve the minutes from LSC FOUNDING BOARD OF DIRECTORS ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE COMMITTEE on 08-26-21.
Rodney Thompson seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
II. Academic Excellence
A.
Review of Old Business
No old business was discussed.
B.
Review of New Business
- Summary of Key Points
- Covid update: Ability to contact trace, communication with families, expected timelines for when Scholars can be back in school, updated policies
- Communication with the adults in the building surrounding hand hygiene, masking, etc. with the kids. Transitioning kids back to the lunchroom. 4:30-5 pm have the CC open to parents weekly
- CC meets 3x per week and added parent representatives. Virtual town hall meetings. Day 17 and no case traced to the school
- Vaccination Drive Saturday 09/25
- Weekly Tactical Meetings with Leadership Teams to track school data
- MAP Testing to be completed by end of September
- Informal observations happen several days per week. Will become the norm, not the exception. Ensuring teachers get feedback on areas they can improve. Check ins weekly with teachers and their managers
- Recruitment will begin in October for next school year
- Need a stronger culture around fidelity. (Outcomes, Causes, Solution)
- Gerald Boyd provided insight into his work in coaching the Primary Academy Director Sherman Logan.
III. Other Business
A.
Agenda Items from Committee Members
No other agenda items from committee members were brought forth for discussion.
IV. Executive Session
A.
Discussion of Contractual and Personnel Matters, and Receipt of Legal Advice Including Related to a Pending, Threatening, or Potential Claim
Bronwyn McElveen made a motion to enter into executive session at 3:40 pm for Discussion of Contractual and Personnel Matters, and Receipt of Legal Advice Including Related to a Pending, Threatening, or Potential Claim.
Rodney Thompson seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
V. Action Related to Executive Session
A.
Action from Executive Session
Rodney Thompson made a motion to return from executive session at 3:55 pm.
Bronwyn McElveen seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED to approve the motion.
No action items were taken from executive session.
VI. Closing Items
A.
Next Steps
- Final Action Items
- KG to send documentation of MAP testing to Rodney Thompson
- Send meeting minutes to Gerald Boyd
- Board Recommendations
- Look at MAP scores next month
B.
Good of the Order
No information was shared during this part of the agenda.
C.
Adjourn Meeting
Rodney Thompson made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Bronwyn McElveen seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 4:00 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Trevor Ivey