Athlos Jefferson Parish

Minutes

AAJP Board Meeting

Date and Time

Wednesday November 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Location

Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish

979 Behrman Hwy, Terrytown, LA 70056

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Directors Present

A. Acuna, J. Holmes, J. Washington (remote), J. Wright (remote), M. Caparotta, N. Anthony, P. Boutte

Directors Absent

T. Burns, V. McCoy

Guests Present

C. Brooks (remote), K. Wheeler, M. Jennings (remote), R. Charles, T. Tate (remote)

I. Opening Items

A.

Call the Meeting to Order

J. Holmes called a meeting of the board of directors of Athlos Jefferson Parish to order on Wednesday Nov 6, 2024 at 6:03 PM.

B.

Pledge of Allegiance

C.

Record Attendance

D.

Call for Conflict of Interest

E.

Athlos Mission & Vision

F.

Student Performance

II. Consent Agenda

A.

Approve Agenda

N. Anthony made a motion to approve all items on the consent agenda.
M. Caparotta seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

B.

Approve Board Meeting Minutes

N. Anthony made a motion to approve the minutes from AAJP Board Meeting on 10-02-24.
M. Caparotta seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

C.

New Hires & Stipends

N. Anthony made a motion to approve all items on the consent agenda.
M. Caparotta seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.

III. Public Comment

A.

Public Comment

Ms. Yolanda Corely shared an update from the PTO.

IV. Committee Reports

A.

Academic Committee Report

Dr. Holmes shared an update from the committee meeting and the latest assessment schedule.

B.

Governance Committee Report

Ms. Tate shared that the committee reviewed the current Uniform Policy and desire to continue uniforms.  They had a few minor edits to make for next year and want to look into local vendors for uniforms.

C.

Finance Committee Report

Ms. Anthony shared that the committee reviewed the current budget to actual financials.

D.

Executive Committee Report

Dr. Holmes shared that the committee discussed additional options for our interim leader arrangement including hiring consultants to support the academics, leaders and the renewal process.

V. Administrative Reports

A.

CEO/CFO/COO Report

Mr. Brooks and Ms. Tate shared updates in the progress for the Director of Education hire and Executive Director search.  The new Director of Education was introduced to the Board.  They also shared that they are exploring consultants to support with prep for LEAP and for our upcoming renewal.

B.

Executive Director's Report

Ms. Wheeler and Ms. Charles shared updates on recent school events and progress toward the annual goals along with data points.

C.

Stakeholder Feedback Report

Mr. Jennings shared an overview of the Fall stakeholder surveys from parents, students, and staff.

VI. Closing Items

A.

Adjourn Meeting

There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 7:24 PM.

Respectfully Submitted,
J. Holmes