Jefferson RISE
Minutes
Regular Board Meeting
Date and Time
Thursday October 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Location
3645 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058
In full compliance with Open Meeting Law, Jefferson RISE posts all agendas at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at the Jefferson RISE office and online at www.jeffersonrise.org. Minutes are available online after they have been approved at the following meeting.
Directors Present
George Jackson, Sam Bear, Tanya Lewis
Directors Absent
Amanda Jackson, Ianisha Chairs, Mona Chawla
Guests Present
Jordan Bloom, Trista Thomas, Zachary Moss
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes
II. Executive Director
A.
Executive Team Report
III. School Performance Committee
A.
School Performance Report
Discussed renewal metrics and meeting with c-level team and Supt of Jefferson Parish School Board. Discussed charter school compact and data analysis.
B.
Approve Pupil Progression Plan
IV. Development Committee
A.
Development Report
Plans to discuss fundraiser ideas for 10 year anniversary party.
V. Finance Committee
A.
Finance Report
Kathleen discussed Q1 financials.
VI. Governance Committee
A.
Governance Committee Report
Introduction of two potential board members: Thomas and Bloom
B.
Approve New Board Member Trista Thomas
C.
Approve New Board Member Jordan Bloom
VII. Contract Consent Agenda
A.
Approve Kurzweil Agreement for 2025-26 SY
B.
Approve Parade Detail Invoices
Seconded by Jordan Bloom
Kathleen provided an overview of executive report including enrollment and course progression.