Achievement Prep

Minutes

Achievement Prep Board Meeting

Date and Time

Wednesday January 17, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Directors Present

A. Jackson (remote), C. Hill (remote), D. Draughon Jr. (remote), E. Harrell (remote), K. Cooper (remote), S. Rosenbaum (remote)

Directors Absent

J. Johnson, J. Kline, K. Ward, P. Grant

Guests Present

Aaron Colston (remote), M. Jones (remote), S. Lewis (remote), T. Scott (remote)

I. Opening Items

A.

Record Attendance

B.

Call the Meeting to Order

D. Draughon Jr. called a meeting of the board of directors of Achievement Prep to order on Wednesday Jan 17, 2024 at 6:35 PM.

C.

Approve Minutes

S. Rosenbaum made a motion to approve the minutes from Board Meeting on 11-08-23.
E. Harrell seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
D. Draughon Jr.
Aye
E. Harrell
Aye
P. Grant
Absent
J. Johnson
Absent
K. Ward
Absent
S. Rosenbaum
Aye
A. Jackson
Absent
K. Cooper
Aye
J. Kline
Absent
K. Paris
Absent

II. State of the School

A.

Data Check-in

Academic Status/Update 

Lewis provided an update on the current academic status of the school. The discussion covered trends and efforts in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math, along with an overview of MAP testing data, trends, and highlights. Growth goals were also addressed during the session.

 

Intervention

Lewis provided an update on accelerated growth strategies, emphasizing a culture of data-driven decision-making. The discussion included insights into small group interventions and tutoring, with all efforts being supported by Platinum teachers and collaborative partners.

 

Enrollment 

Lewis discussed the current benchmark and enrollment status, outlining future plans and projections for the upcoming school year.

 

6th Grade Growth Plan 

Lewis provided updates on the planning processes related to the 6th grade, covering schedules, activities, community engagement, and goals. 

 

Staff Retention Efforts

Lewis provided an update on the current staff retention status, highlighting accomplishments, and outlining upcoming efforts.

III. Finance Committee

A.

Finance Topics

Finance Updates

Susie Rosenbaum reviewed the financial report, providing an overview of the current status of the refinancing process.

 

Fundraising Committee Updates

Erica Harrell provided an update on future fundraising efforts, considering family feedback and school needs.

 

School-Based Fundraising Opportunities

Lewis shared information on current campus-based fundraising activities.

 

Listserv for External Partners

Dwight Draughon and Erica Harrell unveiled a plan to create a listserv for continued Board engagement.

 

 


 

 

IV. Items for Vote

A.

Board Trustees

Dwight Draughon provided an update on the status of Mr. Roberts for onboarding and Mr. Ward for continuance. This will be subject to a future vote. 

V. Closing Items

A.

Adjourn Meeting

There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 8:02 PM.

Respectfully Submitted,
S. Rosenbaum