Wendy Brinson reported that metal detectors have arrived and will be installed soon, with a policy and parent permission required by January 1, 2026. This will be discussed at the August 21 Parent-Teacher Meeting. Safety cones with toppers have been added for carpool traffic, and members were encouraged to review Georgia House Bills 2 and 68 on school safety.

In facilities, all HVAC units are operational except Room 502, which is awaiting a part. The maintenance contract with Mr. Camera was confirmed, and repairs are planned for the middle school entrance door handle and a leaking water fountain. The school has been repainted, with pending projects including fence repairs, custodial services, pest control, plumbing, and kitchen upgrades. A stove replacement will require Finance Committee approval.

Wendy also noted the FFVP program will launch in August, fall sports schedules have been shared, and PC Genesis is being implemented to replace Bill.com and QuickBooks. The transition requires a Microsoft Professional upgrade, and data entry is currently limited to one user until the upgrade is complete.

Latrell Taylor emphasized the need to pause new spending until the financial situation is clearer, while Lisa outlined upcoming subcommittee and finance committee meetings scheduled for August 20th to review the budget.

Diane Freeman reported enrollment at 480 students, which is 30 more than previously reported. EIP and REB testing will begin on October 7. She noted an increase in SPED enrollment and that several kindergarten students with no prior school experience may qualify for funding, potentially doubling the per-student allocation to $12,000 if data is entered accurately.

Diane announced the school received a $47,147 FY26 Security Grant, the HB2 Aided Math and Science Teacher Incentive, a new QBE Categorical Grant for a school social worker, and FY26 Title I and II allocations. Metal detectors purchased with the security grant will not be active until January 1 and require a Board-approved implementation plan. Additional QBE funding will not be available until March, and spending priorities will focus on needed special services.

Lisa Golphin requested that Finance Committee meetings be scheduled prior to the Governing Board meetings, with Board meetings moved later in the month to accommodate this change. Chair Taylor noted she had spoken with Board members who agreed, and the Board will vote on the proposed meeting date changes at the August 26 meeting.