Susan Dornan discussed that the Task Force is aware of the most current CDC recommendations for facial coverings. The COVID Task Force recommended removing the universal mask mandate at Menlo, however, we have been advised that due to the current union petition, this would be considered a change in working conditions so the School is not able to make a change since it those conditions existed prior to the petition filing. We have not been advised of a desire for a change, and are not able to ask due to the same conditions. Therefore, no changes in the Face Coverings policy will be made at this time. We are hoping to reevaluate in the near future. 

Suzanne McFarland provided school leader search updates.  Search committee emails planning to be sent by this upcoming Monday with the hope to meet the following week. 

A discussion was held around 21-22 goals and OKRs (objectives and key results).   Board members and school leadership considered whether an amended format would facilitate goal status documentation for the 22-23 school year. Leadership will begin moving towards focusing on establishing goals and OKRs for the 22-23 year. 

A discussion was held around intercession/intensives week.  The school spoke of difficulties in planning due to venue schedules and staffing restrictions.  Therefore, the focus for the time planned for intercession in 2022 will be intensive dives with a focus on individual student needs, WEP indicators, and specific student grouping needs. The board expressed their disappointment in this outcome and asked that the planning for 22-23 begin this spring so we avoid this issue next year.

Tiffany Randle presented board project ideas. Board projects are small, short term opportunities sponsored by a board or MPA staff member and led by a team of volunteers. The projects will analyze a specific issue, gather data, and present potential solutions. Possible future projects for board consideration include: DEI Staffing and Recruiting strategies, school culture, live meeting streaming, school supplies, and recess equipment.  Completion of a project does not mean the board has any obligation to implement recommendations. 

Tiffany Randle and Teri Harrison discussed membership requirements.  Anyone can apply to join a board project including staff and parents.  Team members will be solicited via an application form. The project sponsor reviews applicants and decides on final project team.