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Agenda
Section Number
Topic Number
Details
Purpose
Presenter
Time
I.
Opening Items
10:30 AM
A.
Record Attendance
Sarah James
1 m
Josh Johnson Kim Borchert Mayeti Gametchu Claire Newton
The committee will review the draft agenda for the upcoming full Board meeting to ensure alignment with our strategic priorities, confirm that each section includes the appropriate level of detail and context, and identify any governance-related items requiring committee input or support. Members will also flag any logistical considerations or discussion topics that need to be elevated for full Board engagement.
The committee will receive an update on the current status of the Executive Director evaluation process, including timelines, tools used (e.g., 360 feedback, performance goals), and next steps. We will review what remains to be completed, discuss opportunities for board input, and ensure alignment with charter responsibilities and best practices for governance oversight.
The committee will review a summary of staffing progress and projections for the 2025–26 school year, including hiring updates, forecasted retention, mid-year attrition trends, and an overview of the SY26 staffing plan. Discussion will center on implications for leadership stability, recruitment strategy, and staff culture, with next steps outlined to support continued progress.
The committee will review the anticipated transitions of current Trustees and confirm the offboarding process, including exit conversations, acknowledgments, and data collection. We will also align on recruitment priorities for new members based on current board composition, strategic needs, and diversity goals, and plan next steps for identifying and vetting prospective candidates.
VII.
Executive Session
11:25 AM
A.
Executive Session
Discuss
Sarah James
5 m
The Board of Trustees will enter Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(1), to discuss the reputation, character, and professional transition of an employee. The discussion is expected to include sensitive personnel matters. The Board will not return to open session.
VIII.
Closing Items
11:30 AM
A.
Adjourn Meeting
FYI
Sarah James
2 m
Closing Discussion: Scheduling Additional Governance Committee Meetings We anticipate the need to add two additional Governance Committee meetings:
Policy Review Meeting – to review and finalize board-facing policies.
Charter Goals & ED Evaluation Review Meeting – to reflect on charter goals and review the ED evaluation draft (to be shared by mid-June).
Identify potential dates and confirm availability for both meetings
