Laureate Academy Charter School Board of Directors
Minutes
Laureate Academy Special Board Meeting (11.25.24)
Date and Time
Monday November 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM
Location
2115 Oakmere Drive
The matters listed are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair to be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may, in fact, be discussed. Other items not listed may be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law. All agenda items are informational unless otherwise denoted, though all committee reports require a vote for acceptance. Unless otherwise stated due to COVID-19 precautions, the meeting will be held on the campus of the school (2115 Oakmere Drive Harvey, LA 70058). Virtual access to meetings in compliance with meeting laws are housed on the school website.
Directors Present
Caitlyn Scales, Dr. Jahquille Ross, Janel Green, Jordan Whittenburg, Monique Handy, Toyane Faulkner
Directors Absent
Bria Joshua
Ex Officio Members Present
Claire Heckerman-Whitehead
Non Voting Members Present
Claire Heckerman-Whitehead
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Discussion of amended minutes
II. Other Business
A.
Updates
B.
Consent Agenda
The board discussed any questions related to the consent agenda items prior to voting on each item.
- Stipend menu approval
- Pupil Progression Plan
- Financial Policies
- Approval of student handbook
Discussion and plan for Jefferson Parish School Board meeting for charter renewal scheduled for 12/4/24. Discussion included anticipation of outcomes and current discussions Claire and some board members have had with board members to share updates about Laureate's growth this year.
Student Growth: Discussion of assessment planning for 2025-2026 supported potential exploration of changes for more relevant tools for the population we serve. Claire will present on potential changes at the December board meeting.
Extracurricular: Pausing on football program for this year. The timeline was too tight to launch something strong. The investment can be done with more planning leading into next school year. Girls Basketball is undefeated and going to the playoffs! Pep squad is doing well and ready to hit the parade circuit during carnival.
Facility update: Currently working toward a facility growth opportunity. More detailed updates will be shared at the regularly scheduled December board meeting.
Treehouse: Links are up and ready to go for contribution to the treehouse. Board members encouraged to it.
Academic Committee: Needs to tackle Head of School evaluation. The committee will meet to share a plan for this before the December board meeting.
Committee Meeting Dates: All committees must present their 2025 meeting dates at the December board meeting.
Gala is set for May 3rd, 2025!