Elgin Math & Science Academy
Minutes
Board Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday September 24, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Location
Admin Building
Social Studies Classroom
Our Mission:
The Elgin Math and Science Academy is an EL Education public charter school.
We strive to support the whole child and develop socially responsible leaders who aspire to create a better world.
Directors Present
A. Gandhi, A. Scimeca, J. Delgado, O. Faruqi, S. Beck, S. Bennett, T. Gandhi
Directors Absent
P. Stagen
Ex Officio Members Present
K. Martinez
Non Voting Members Present
K. Martinez
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance and Guests
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
II. Board Meeting
A.
Public Comment
B.
Approve Minutes from the June 25 Board of Directors Meeting
III. Financial Report
A.
Financial Statements
Review financials amongst the Board Members
IV. Administrative Reports
A.
Executive Director's Report
Kathryn provided executive updates.
ED reviewed IAR scores and plans for future.
V. EMSA Committee Reports
A.
EPTC Update
Jenn Delgado shared an update on EPTC events this past month.
Jenn D. provided a recount of the success of past events hosted by EPTC and the upcoming events.
B.
Executive Committee
Sue B. provided executive committee update including governance for required training for Board Members.
Sue Bennett discussed board strategic discussions and upcoming board goals.
C.
Development Committee Report
Kathryn shared update on the development committee. Discussed annual contribution from board members.
Development Committee responsible for reaching fundraising goals.
Reviewed August financials