Launch Expeditionary Learning Charter School
Minutes
February 2026 Board Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday February 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Trustees Present
C. Noel, J. Harber, N. Lirette, N. Walcott
Trustees Absent
D. Hazelwood, K. Lewandowski, M. Ward-Mitchell, M. Webster, N. Lemerond
Guests Present
A. Leake, A. Rubin, Alexus Bright, Andrew Klein, Aysha Khan, C. Schlafer, Emily Quay, G. Roehm, Jahaira Welch, R. Tang, Richard Dobbins, S. Kenlock, Tom Ng
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance and Guests
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
II. School Tour
A.
Student-Led Tour
III. Student-Led Tour and Presentations
A.
6th Grade Expedition Share
Sixth grade students presented on their sixth-grade expedition.
B.
9th Grade Student Leadership Presentation
Ninth grade students presented on their intensives unit and their experience at Launch High School.
IV. Recruitment Presentation
A.
Student Recruitment Presentation
The Senior Director of People and External Affairs presented on current student recruitment efforts and systems, including recruitment materials, application progress, and the enrollment timeline.
The Sr. Director of People and External Affairs answered questions from the Board.
V. Real Estate Presentation
A.
Real Estate Presentation
The former Executive Director, serving in an advisory capacity, provided an informational update on real estate planning related to the proposed 6th Avenue permanent high school site, including the status of lease discussions and anticipated capital requirements. Management presented its recommendations and responded to questions from the Board.
VI. Celebration and Recognition
A.
Celebration and Recognition
The Board and management recognized and celebrated the service of the former Executive Director.
Students at the high school led the Board on a tour of the current high school facility.