ZEST Preparatory Academy Charter School
Minutes
ZEST Preparatory Academy Governance Board Meeting
Date and Time
Tuesday October 15, 2024 at 7:00 PM
Location
3130 Golf Ridge Blvd. Douglasville, GA 30135
ZEST Preparatory Academy will hold a Meeting at ZEST Preparatory Academy.
Directors Present
A. Joiner, B. Jones, E. Jackson, H. Ridley, T. Stevens
Directors Absent
K. Green
Ex Officio Members Present
M. Carruthers
Non Voting Members Present
M. Carruthers
I. Opening Items
A.
Welcome
B.
Record Attendance
C.
Call the Meeting to Order
D.
Mission/Vision
E.
Review of Agenda
The agenda was reviewed and approved without modifications.
II. Public Comment
A.
Public Comment
No public comments were presented during the meeting.
III. Executive Director's Report
A.
District Updates
Provided updates on district-level collaborations and compliance requirements for the
upcoming quarter.
B.
School Updates
Highlighted recent school events, staff professional development sessions, and student
achievements.
C.
Dashboard Review
Presented updates on key performance indicators, including academic progress, student
attendance, and overall school performance metrics.
D.
Enrollment
Reviewed current enrollment numbers, noting stable growth and efforts to increase
student retention.
IV. Finance Report
A.
Finance Update
The finance team presented an overview of the school’s financial status, including a
review of the current budget, expenditures, and projections for the next fiscal quarter.
B.
Fundraising
Discussed ongoing and upcoming fundraising efforts to support school programs and
initiatives. Reviewed the progress of recent campaigns and identified opportunities for
additional funding sources.
V. Executive Session
A.
Executive Session
The board entered Executive Session to discuss confidential matters related to:
• Facilities:
• Human Resources:
• The board exited Executive Session at 8:20 PM.
VI. Closing Items
A.
Adjourn Meeting
Brannon Jones provided closing remarks, emphasizing the importance of continuing to support
ZEST Prep’s growth and mission.
The meeting began with a reaffirmation of ZEST Preparatory Academy’s mission and vision,
emphasizing the commitment to student achievement and community engagement.