Bill discussed the update memo provided. The school is planning for the last day of school to be 6/15/2020 but is waiting to confirm based on guidance from the DESE Commissioner. The school is currently planning to finish the school year virtually, but there’s a small chance of re-opening. Remote academics continue; the school has distributed over 100 Chromebooks and continues to distribute hard-copy packets. School leadership is planning for several re-opening scenarios for the 2020-2021 School Year. The Building Project continues as planned but could face delays due to COVID-19, particularly in areas where local or state government involvement is necessary (e.g., permitting).

The Committee discussed Board member recruitment and retention and how the COVID-19 pandemic may shift goals and timelines. While expanding the Board is a priority, maintaining continuity will be important to support the school through the COVID-19 era. To gauge current Board Member satisfaction, willingness to continue to serve, and suggestions for improving the Board experience, the Committee agreed to hold one-on-one check-ins between a committee member and each Board member. Included in these conversations will also be Board member recommendations for skills and experience the Governance Committee should seek in future Board members, as well as any recommendations for Board prospects.

Bill provided an update based on his 2019-2020 Goals. Enrollment, the Building Project, Academics, and the Capital Campaign are on or above target. The family survey will be sent later this year and results reported out at that time. Hiring goals remain ambitious, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the school leadership has plans to address these challenges and make progress toward goal achievement.
 

Confirm next Governance Committee meeting, scheduled for 5/11/2020 at 5 pm.