MS Delta Academies
Minutes
Annual Boards Retreat
Date and Time
Friday June 21, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Location
Leflore Legacy Academy
500 W. Washington St.
Greenwood, MS 38930
At 7pm, meeting location moves to Giardina's restaurant
318 Howard St.
Greenwood, MS 38930
Directors Present
Cassandria Hansbrough, Erica Plybeah Hemphill, Erin Mulligan, Jacquelyn Brownlow, McKinley Martin, Tracy Mims
Directors Absent
Emily Cupples, Williams Brack
Guests Present
Ann Krafcik, John Beard, Maureen Sigler (remote), Tamala Shaw
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes
D.
Approve Agenda
E.
Meet & Greet Reception
II. Mission & Vision Review
A.
Mission & Vision Review
Dr. Tamala Shaw made a presentation. Members discussed non-profit status of the organization and school, and updates to the long-term vision of the organization.
III. Long-Term Plans
A.
Vision Planning - Facilities
John Beard led a session and shared information about the process of conducting a feasibility study. The group discussed grant invoicing and payment process. Erin Mulligan will work with John moving forward.
B.
Strategic Plan
Maureen Sigler of MKS Partners conducted a strategic planning session. Members reviewed the existing plan and made updates to identify priorities. MKS will update work with Dr. Tracy Mims to update the plan based on board input.
IV. Teambuilding & Networking
A.
Board dinner at Giardina's
Networking dinner took place after meeting was adjourned.
Took place before the meeting was officially called to order.