Discussion around dates of winter holiday break. 

Discussion around ensuring budget documents are aligned, proper versions are distributed, verifying appropriate building expenditures are estimated. Version for approval will be presented at April's regular board meeting.

Discussion around school's official tagline. Should maintain the word "gifted" since not in the school's name. Consider changing "learners" back to "children" to ensure out whole child approach to education is indicated. Replace word "Developing" with "Igniting". References to light and more powerful word. J. Ganim to discuss with marketing team and bring recommendations to the next DCRC meeting.

Discussion around progress in branding suggestions such as logo revision and creation of a seal. Suggestion of gaining input from focus groups, including interested board members, to determine direction and desired parameters. J. Ganim to discuss with marketing team. 

Timing would be during the summer if changes are made. 

Discussion around expense to change platforms and have the site redesigned. Preference to explore upgrading current site and consideration of staff and/or outsourced firm to manage regular updates. Board suggests that staff work on content, as that needs focus regardless of platform. 

J. Ganim to obtain copy of current technology plan and review. A new volunteer technology team lead will be sought. Educational team will define what the goals are regarding the technology use so a future path can be solidified.

Board members review articles. C. Leimbach & T. Harrison to work on draft policy. In the meantime, when board members communicate directly with staff they should copy the chair. 

S. McFarland presented information on the final report for the regional gifted school feasibility study. Board to engage with lobbyist to better understand and advocate for MPA's role in the plan.