Opening Remarks

• Mr. Williams opened the public hearing by providing an overview of the FY27 budget development process and the school's priorities for the upcoming year.
• He emphasized the leadership team's commitment to investing resources in areas that directly impact student achievement, support staff effectiveness, strengthen school operations, and ensure long-term organizational sustainability.

Budget Presentation

• Mr. Williams and Ms. Samuels presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget.
• The proposed budget includes projected revenues of $9,109,685 and projected expenditures of $9,065,415, resulting in a projected surplus of $44,270.
• Key budget priorities include increased academic investments, staff compensation adjustments, instructional resources, virtual tutoring services, enhanced custodial support, and facility improvements.
• Leadership highlighted that the budget is designed to support student achievement, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and prepare for upcoming charter renewal and accreditation processes.

Discussion

• Board members discussed enrollment projections, staffing investments, implementation timelines, and financial planning considerations.
• Administration reported current enrollment of 488 confirmed students, with projections exceeding 500 students by the start of the 2026-2027 school year.

Two community members provided public comment and posed questions regarding budget accountability measures, implementation timelines, and the budget approval process.