Sonya Pratt, Executive Director, began by providing the Committee with a general update on the school. She noted that the school had recently completed the SIMS (Student Information Management System) process, reporting an enrollment number of 78, and confirmed that the school is operating at full capacity for student enrollment. Additionally, Pratt mentioned that the school continues to hold monthly meetings with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to finalize the closure, and she reported that all operations are proceeding smoothly.

She highlighted that staff morale remains high and that the school is currently fully staffed with instructional personnel. However, the school is actively seeking to fill a vacancy for the front desk position, which is expected to be filled shortly.

Sonya Pratt, Executive Director, began by introducing her proposed four goals for the 2024-25 school year, which included:

1.  City on a Hill Operates Within Budget: Pratt noted that her first goal is to maintain financial stability, emphasizing that there are no additional funds from the government for the current school year. The deadline to utilize the remaining ESSER funds was September 30, 2024. This goal includes sustaining operations without relying on new government funding.
2. Consistent Student Enrollment (+50): Pratt reported that the school is currently over-enrolled by three students, indicating a positive outlook for enrollment. While she sees no immediate concerns regarding enrollment, she emphasized the importance of focusing on college counseling, individualized support, and dual enrollment opportunities as key strategies to maintain consistent enrollment numbers. Pratt noted that she will hold weekly meetings with the Principal and Chief Academic Officer to ensure that parents are kept informed and that these goals are being met. These meetings aim to maintain open communication with families and support the school’s commitment to achieving its objectives.
3. Stabilize Hiring for Teaching Roles and Ensure Full-Year Retention: Sonya Pratt aims to maintain a fully staffed teaching team with a 90% retention rate by December. The school is currently fully staffed, with only one front office position open. To support this goal, Pratt plans to celebrate staff contributions and organize engagement events throughout the year, fostering a positive work environment. Committee Member Ted Gildea noted that staff who remain past December are likely to stay for the rest of the year, while Melissa Lemire expressed appreciation for the engaging events planned for staff. 
4.  Legacy Projects: Pratt’s final goal is to celebrate and preserve City on a Hill's 30-year history by fostering community connections and sharing impactful stories. This will include organizing a celebratory event and creating a commemorative video, highlighting the school’s mission and inspiring continued engagement from students and families.

The Committee expressed their sincere gratitude for the comprehensive presentation and insights shared regarding Pratt's goals.