Kelly and Don met to discuss the applications for the 2 open Board of Directors positions. There were 15 applications from parents that have students in the K8 school and 12 from parents that have HS students.  The applications were vetted, and it was determined to interview 7 K8 applicants on 9/3 and 5 HS applicants on 9/10.

Ned Southworth reviewed the need for Board Members to sign the Annual Conflict of Interest disclosure.  He presented the Board Members their Required Trainings.

Don Whitaker discussed having food truck at both campuses on several occasions to boost staff morale.

Don discussed creating a walk of fame that will recognize people who have provided positive influences to the school overall.  This will include Board Members.

Bernadette Reiling stated that there has not been an meeting for this committee. She requested to have volunteers to assist with this committee. She broached the subject of having Middle School athletes coming to the HS campus for mentorship and exposure to develop interest in continuing with the MOT School.

Stephen Doan discussed a estimate that was received to replace the HVAC units at the K8 building. 

Steven Doan stated that a meeting was held on 8/20/2025.  

• The budget and finances were reviewed with not variance discovered.
• A loan was paid off that resulted in an approximate $88,000 savings in interest
• The outside yearly audit is ongoing
• There was a request to create an amended budget to present to the Board at the October meeting as this would allow for more accurate financial information as the revenue and salaries are not able to be determined until that time.

Ned Southworth reviewed the PowerPoint presentation that accompanies these meeting minutes. 

Eric Walter presented the Student and Staff Acceptable Use Policies.  He stated that there have not been any changes since the last revisions were presented to the board. 

Rachael Dallas presented the updated Paid Parental Leave Policy to be in compliance with the State of Delaware requirements.  The revised policy is included in the meeting minutes.