Athlos Jefferson Parish
Minutes
AAJP Board Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday September 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Location
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish
979 Behrman Hwy, Terrytown, LA 70056
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Directors Present
A. Acuna (remote), J. Holmes, J. Washington, J. Wright, M. Caparotta, N. Anthony, P. Boutte
Directors Absent
T. Burns, V. McCoy
Ex Officio Members Present
T. Harrison
Non Voting Members Present
T. Harrison
Guests Present
B. Bressler (remote), C. Brooks (remote), T. Tate (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
B.
Record Attendance
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Student Presentation
Three 8th grade students presented on the performance character trait of social intelligence.
E.
Call for Conflict of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest noted from board members.
F.
Athlos Mission & Vision
The students recited the school's mission and vision statement.
II. Consent Agenda
A.
Approve Agenda
B.
Approve Board Meeting Minutes
C.
New Hires
III. Public Comment
A.
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
IV. Administrative Reports
A.
CEO/CFO/COO Report
Dr. Bressler shared the latest projections for our spring LEAP results. He shared the historical academic data that has also been reviewed with the leadership team and teachers. He shared that they have beginning of the year iReady data for the 3rd year to review and analyze now. He also shared DIBLES results for K-3rd.
Dr. Bressler also shared some analytics on our current enrollment, attendance rates and student makeup including demographics and sped numbers. He also shared current staffing numbers and retention percentages.
Dr. Bressler gave an update on our charter renewal process and upcoming meetings.
Ms. Tate shared updates on beginning of the year enrollment and our marketing plan to increase enrollment before the count day.
B.
School Leader Report
Mrs. Harrison presented updates on many of the new systems and structures that have been implemented to start the new school year. She shared the division of duties of the leadership team and how they are following up with staff. She explained the focus on data review with leaders, teachers and now with students including kindergarten students. She highlighted the work they have been doing to build staff and student culture and shift mindsets. She also gave updates on some operations projects and budget updates and challenges.
V. Action Items
A.
25-26 Certificated and Support Staff Stipends
B.
25-26 Differentiated Compensation Plan
C.
Conversion to a 10-point Grading Scale
D.
Finance Committee Additional Member
Dr. Holmes abstained.
The pledge was led by our student guests.