Ms. Cox presented information about the community presentation done yesterday regarding the review of COVID stay-at-home orders. This was an opportunity to share reflections about spring and was grounded in the unique characteristics of Future.

The presentation also address likely pathways for fall:
Future@Home
Future@Future
Future@Hybrid

The presentation was followed by a survey to families regarding their comfort and what they are thinking. So far, about 1/3 of families (78) have responded. Only have a few families are uncomfortable sending their health-compromised students to school in the fall. Overwhelmingly positive responsees thus far - families felt supported and that the conversations have been authentic, not fluffy, with students and families at the center. There will be additional ongoing communication during the summer months.

The school year is wrapping up with students this week and wifll culminate with a drive-through summer send-off. 

Mr. Petersen shared that the State Department of Education is issuing waivers for attendance and testing, and pre-closure ADA (97%) will be used for reporting purposes. There has been strong engagngement from students during this time.

Future is now using PayChex for benefits administration to automate and streamline processes while benefit plans remain the same. 

School leaders are refining organizatoinal operations structure to ensure we have capacity and talent to be successful.

A small committee wil work through the details of Future next year. Lots of energy around the distant learning and how quests can be used for remote or in-person teaching in the new year. 

Summer STEM Camp - End of July - small group proactive health and wellness programs for rising 3-5 graders.

A grant application was submitted to NSVF for $20,000  to provide current K-2 students a Quest box  with project-based learning activities to help slow learning loss and keep kids engaged over the summer.

A grant application was submitted to United Way for $17,500 for a Community Impact Grant for Community Schools Coordianator at FPS. 


 

A financial update was provided to the board including a PPP update. FPS will meet all criteria but we are reserving enough funds to pay back the grant if needed.

The Finance Committee is preparing for State funding cuts of 5% for the coming year. They are working on the 2020-21 budget which will be presented to the board on June 9th. A public hearing will follow to allow for a board vote before the end of the month.

The board discussed school leader performance objectives and results for the 2019-20 academic year.

The board participated in a gratitude exercise.