Ms. Davis advised attendees that they could submit public comments in the chat.

Mrs. Vargas went over the Marketing & Enrollment report. Lottery was held Feb. 5th, total seats for next year are 508 with a max of 563 students. There are 353 returning scholars, 201 seats available, 9 new confirmed for a total of 362 students currently enrolled for 2025-2026 school year. Enrollment night is scheduled for 2/27 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm for people who can't traditionally make it during business hours.

The Bloomwell marketing report was shared showing Meta cost/click $.51 and Google has a $.88 cost/click.

Mr. KT provided an update for facilities:

• We are about 75% complete with furnishing all classrooms with electric, height adjusting desks for the teachers and special learning applications. 
• Replacement rolling chairs are being distributed per teacher’s requests. 
• 2 lounge tables (along with complimenting raised chairs) have been added to the Teacher’s Lounge, and 1 added to the large Copy Machine Room. 
• It was determined that we need to move forward with establishing grass coverage in a small area of the new construction detention pond 
• As of Wednesday 2/5/25, our new playground has been installed and completed
• The final 3 parking lot lights in the front of the school have been repaired as of 2/1/25

Mr. Touchette went over the Academic report going over the results of the iReady results. Reading Diagnostics showed a 52% above proficiency which was growth from the previous diagnostic. K-2 showed the largest increase, 3-5 was also increased. EOG projections were shared. Based on the projections we are trending to a 53% - 58% proficiency.

Math Diagnostics showed 31% proficiency which is higher than the previous 18%. All grades showed proficiency, grades 3-5 showed the largest increase. EOG projections are trending to 37% - 47% proficiency.

Mr. McFadden provided updates about the new play area including the playground and gaga pit.

Mrs. Jackson shared the Executive Director's report recapping the Data Manager Report, Enrollment Report, Epicenter Report and the progress of the programs in the Office of Federal Programs.

Mrs. Jackson shared the finance report. There are a few categories that spending higher than 50% of the budget allocation, Insurance, Technology, Admin Services, Staff Development and Facilities. Days cash on hand is 128.35 (exceeding the covenant requirements), January Debt Service Coverage Ratio is 1.3 (including a late grant receipt).

No update at this time.

Ms. Wimberly went over the AIG report. Mr. Love has completed standard 2, is currently going over standard 3 and they are expecting a board report in the May meeting.

Ms. Davis shared that we have been awarded a matching grant from Durham County for our playground, being able to submit for reimbursement and use the funds for other recreational use. The grant is a maximum of $120,000 and we are now eligible for future grants with the county. 

We are also forming a partnership that will enhance our music program with Dr. Greg Drane who has offered several services to our school.

Campus beautification day (April) planning is underway. The goal is to be able to engage families and the community to share how people can make a difference. This year we'll look at both inside and outside updates. Designs and communications are being planned for upcoming sharing.

Ms. Hernandez spoke about connections with students at NCCU to assist with local marketing ideas to also aid in our efforts.

No further update.

Ms. Davis spoke about an upcoming financial policy review that needs to occur in a future meeting.

No update at this time.