Parker Performing Arts School
Minutes
March 10 Public Board Meeting
Date and Time
Tuesday March 10, 2020 at 6:00 PM
Location
Room 140, 15035 Compark Blvd, Parker CO 80134
Directors Present
C. McMahan (E, #6), D. Chapman (A, #5), J. Jerome (A, #2), K. Wagner-Grull (E, #7), L. Money (A, #3), S. Wiggin
Directors Absent
None
Guests Present
J. Burgess
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
S. Wiggin called a meeting of the board of directors of Parker Performing Arts School to order on Tuesday Mar 10, 2020 at 6:00 PM.
B.
Read PPA Vision and Mission
C.
Record Attendance
D.
Approve Minutes
S. Wiggin made a motion to approve the minutes from February 11- Public Board Meeting on 02-11-20.
J. Jerome (A, #2) seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
II. Staff updates to the Board
A.
Principal's report
Update to the Board Submitted by: Jennifer Burgess, Principal
FACILITIES/VENUE
● We are working closely with the school district on plans and protocols related to the Coronavirus.
● Plans are being made for a deep summer cleaning, as well as painting of most walls in the school.
FINANCES
● The Fun Run Committee is actively seeking sponsorships for the Fun Run. All sponsorships are considered fundraising dollars from the race.
● As of this report, we are still waiting on a formal proposal from Rosemawr on a direct placement option.
ACADEMICS
● CMAS testing begins in early April
● Winter iReady data indicates early success in our school. ○ In Reading: Typical Growth 50%--PPA School-wide Growth 70% ○ In Mathematics: Typical Growth 50%--PPA School-wide Growth 47%
● School leaders and teachers will be using this data in the months to come to make improvements in instruction and to differentiate further to meet student needs. Students will test again in the spring and we will share that data with you when it is available.
ENROLLMENT
● The Intent to Return form has been sent to current families in an attempt to be more accurate with our enrollment numbers for next fall.
● Course registration for next year’s 5th-8th graders begins shortly after spring break. That process also allows us to better track enrollment for the fall.
● Our part time/homeschool program has been shared with local homeschool groups as well as the district in an attempt to get the word out. The part-time program will allow students in grades 5-8 to attend 1 or 2 elective classes at PPA while participating in a homeschool program.
STAFFING
● We have several positions open for next fall including: School psychologist, MS Choir teacher, ES Music teacher, MS Literature teacher, MS math teacher, Kindergarten teacher and several TA positions
CULTURE/STUDENT LIFE
● Spring Dance--A Night On Broadway is scheduled for March 28
● The Spring Book Fair wrapped up Friday and was highly successful
● Young Sherlock was fantastic! I hope everyone got to see it!
● Fun Run planning is underway--event scheduled for May 1
FACILITIES/VENUE
● We are working closely with the school district on plans and protocols related to the Coronavirus.
● Plans are being made for a deep summer cleaning, as well as painting of most walls in the school.
FINANCES
● The Fun Run Committee is actively seeking sponsorships for the Fun Run. All sponsorships are considered fundraising dollars from the race.
● As of this report, we are still waiting on a formal proposal from Rosemawr on a direct placement option.
ACADEMICS
● CMAS testing begins in early April
● Winter iReady data indicates early success in our school. ○ In Reading: Typical Growth 50%--PPA School-wide Growth 70% ○ In Mathematics: Typical Growth 50%--PPA School-wide Growth 47%
● School leaders and teachers will be using this data in the months to come to make improvements in instruction and to differentiate further to meet student needs. Students will test again in the spring and we will share that data with you when it is available.
ENROLLMENT
● The Intent to Return form has been sent to current families in an attempt to be more accurate with our enrollment numbers for next fall.
● Course registration for next year’s 5th-8th graders begins shortly after spring break. That process also allows us to better track enrollment for the fall.
● Our part time/homeschool program has been shared with local homeschool groups as well as the district in an attempt to get the word out. The part-time program will allow students in grades 5-8 to attend 1 or 2 elective classes at PPA while participating in a homeschool program.
STAFFING
● We have several positions open for next fall including: School psychologist, MS Choir teacher, ES Music teacher, MS Literature teacher, MS math teacher, Kindergarten teacher and several TA positions
CULTURE/STUDENT LIFE
● Spring Dance--A Night On Broadway is scheduled for March 28
● The Spring Book Fair wrapped up Friday and was highly successful
● Young Sherlock was fantastic! I hope everyone got to see it!
● Fun Run planning is underway--event scheduled for May 1
B.
Covid-19 preparation update
C.
Business Manager's report
No updates at this time
III. Finance Committee
A.
Finance Committee
Key notes
* Enrollement numbers continue to be strong, making financial decisions upon intent to enroll
* Next Finance Meeting will be held on 3/25 and recommendation to board 4/14 meeting
* Enrollement numbers continue to be strong, making financial decisions upon intent to enroll
* Next Finance Meeting will be held on 3/25 and recommendation to board 4/14 meeting
IV. Board Election
A.
Discuss timeline and expectations
Candidates identified by 3/22
Meet the Candidates week of 4/6
PPA Board Elections which take place 4/13
Meet the Candidates week of 4/6
PPA Board Elections which take place 4/13
B.
Candidates
* 4 people express interest, only 2 completed applications at this time.
* Meet the candidates night to be scheduled by Sean on future date
* Meet the candidates night to be scheduled by Sean on future date
C.
Appoint Board seats
S. Wiggin made a motion to Appoint Jamie Jerome & Lauren Money to open board appointed seats 2 & 3 from May 2020- May 2023.
K. Wagner-Grull (E, #7) seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| D. Chapman (A, #5) |
Aye
|
| L. Money (A, #3) |
Aye
|
| S. Wiggin |
Aye
|
| K. Wagner-Grull (E, #7) |
Aye
|
| C. McMahan (E, #6) |
Aye
|
| J. Jerome (A, #2) |
Aye
|
V. Board Governance
A.
Sean & Lauren to update any historical documentation into BOD by April 30, 2020.
Classes to be completed by May 1st, 2020 by any board members.
VI. Closing Items
A.
March working session
* Move meeting 3/24 to 3/26 at 10am to accoodate financial budgeting approval need
* Parent survey topic
* Staff survey topic
* Goal assessment of Jenn
* 2019 Strategic planning review/update
* 2020 Strategic planning Plan for this year
* UIP progress
* Move Board Visit day to 4/1 @ 8am to meet with teacher group
* Parent survey topic
* Staff survey topic
* Goal assessment of Jenn
* 2019 Strategic planning review/update
* 2020 Strategic planning Plan for this year
* UIP progress
* Move Board Visit day to 4/1 @ 8am to meet with teacher group
B.
Adjourn Meeting
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 7:35 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
K. Wagner-Grull (E, #7)
VII. MISC. Updates
A.
BOD presents to Teachers/Staff
5 questions prepared to go out to staff- follow up with Jenn on next steps. -Kelly
Jamie Jerome
PPA Vision: As the performing arts school of choice, we foster confidence, celebrate diversity, and emphasize academic excellence.
PPA Mission: Parker Performing Arts School equips students to become independent creative thinkers, critical problem solvers, and successful collaborators. In our safe learning environment, students engage in rich and innovative instruction in academics and the performing arts in preparation for their roles as citizens of a diverse and increasingly globalized community.