Liberty STEAM Charter
Minutes
LSC FOUNDING BOARD OF DIRECTORS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
AGENDA FOR REGULARLY SCHEDULED MONTHLY MEETING
Date and Time
Thursday September 23, 2021 at 10:00 AM
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
Cameron Chandler, Khalil Graham (remote), Latasha Carter, Marion Newton, Steve Creech
Committee Members Absent
None
Guests Present
Trevor Ivey
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
Latasha Carter called a meeting of the Development Committee of Liberty STEAM Charter to order on Thursday Sep 23, 2021 at 10:00 AM.
C.
Invocation
Dr. Carter provided an invocation.
D.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mrs. Chandler led the committee in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
E.
Reading of the Mission Statement
Mr. Creech read aloud the mission statement.
F.
Reading of the Vision Statement
Dr. Newton read aloud the vision statement.
G.
Approve Agenda
Cameron Chandler made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Steve Creech seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
H.
Approve Meeting Minutes
Cameron Chandler made a motion to approve the minutes from LSC FOUNDING BOARD OF DIRECTORS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE on 08-26-21.
Steve Creech seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
II. Development
A.
Unfinished Business from Previous Meeting
There was no unifinished business discussied from the previous meeting.
B.
New Business
- Summary of Key Points
- Approved previous meeting minutes
- Strategic planning starts this month
- LC will make adjustments for the October tour. Asking questions for KG.
- Reach out to Teresa to get Greg Thompson on the invitational tour -- or at least record a message if he cannot attend
- Possibly have Greg write a personal letter about our school and for folks to come see it. Duke Energy, Chase, Black River Electric, Farmers Telephone, Bank of America, Continental Tire, Caterpillar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of SC, etc.
- Gala -- may have conflicts with 2 events -- Sumter County Museum Oyster Roast, and Chamber of Commerce Business Card Social. Covid concerns are still relevant with any unvaccinated individuals. Check venue and date options before signing any contracts. December will be challenging due to holidays.
III. Other Business
A.
Agenda Items from Committee Members
No agenda items were brought forth during this portion of the agenda.
IV. Executive Session
A.
Discussion of Contractual and Personnel Matters
Steve Creech made a motion to enter into executive session at 10:35 am for the purposes of Discussion of Contractual and Personnel Matters.
Cameron Chandler seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
V. Action Related to Executive Session
A.
Action from Executive Session
Cameron Chandler made a motion to return from executive session at 10:55 am.
Marion Newton seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
No action was taken from executive session.
VI. Closing Items
A.
Next Steps
- Final Action Items
- Plan on Nov 18, 2021, for the Gala due to conflicts and holidays.
- Dr. Carter will explore other venue options
- Cammy will take the lead on BCBS
- Board Recommendations
- Have Greg Thompson personally invite folks for the invitational tour or record a video if he cannot be in attendance.
B.
Good of the Order
No information was presented during this portion of the agenda.
C.
Adjourn Meeting
Cameron Chandler made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Marion Newton 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 11:00 AM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Latasha Carter