Presentation lead by Dr. Peterson.  Initial conversation was about whether our vision statement (as stated on website) is applicable today.  

A school needs to have its own identity in what it does WELL, otherwise, we are just like everyone else.  Who do we want to be?

• Academic model
  • ELA
  • Math
  • Science

We compare poorly overall but math shows better scores in 6th-8th 20-21

Mr. Jones-many of our students are already 2-3 grades behind.  However, development takes time; when you look at improving from previous levels. 

How does the board routinely and systematically evaluate themselves; annually.  So the board has to have measurable accountable levels for Mrl jones.

Mrs. Tassin questions what we do to address parents who feel their kids aren't being challenged and how can she help us?  Metrics are needed.

Mrs. Pat expressed discontent about kids not even reaching the national mean. 

How are our teachers helping with ACT knowledge and teach our students...how do you set your students up to be successful on tests who have biases, how do we set them up to be successful...intentionality, instructional strategies, how do we give our students access to that?

Continued discussion and presentation with Dr. Peterson:

Recruitment, Mr. Jones was asked what were our efforts to recruit new students? 

1. Church outreach
2. yard signs
3. extended enrollment time
4. newspaper ads

Who is in charge of recruitment?  Mr. Jones says everyone is responsible for marketing for us.  Dr. Peterson indicates that sounds more implied than intentional/structured/planned.  

BOARD GOALS-clearly articulate how the board will add value to the or, each of the boards goals should be owned by specific committees. 

SCHOOL GOALS-

Review of goals met/not met for board and school over time and current.

BOARD goals to be considered: 

1. Does the board have an academic threshold in mind to reach?
2. Board had lots of tasks vs goals...because they haven't really had the chance to be the governing board they wish to be over standards and practices. 

Compliance-we need to have SPED coordinator on staff for compliance.  Why aren't we able to get our own certified SPED?  Why didn't board oversee ensuring management was doing as they should?

Financial Compliance: Dr. Peterson needs audit to add to her information gathering.

BOARD SURVEY: 

Board used to be more involved, positive, and held other members to a high standard. It was verbalized that "we're not on the same page." It appears each member is going in a different direction.  Need to get streamlined to go back....that's the importance of evaluating yourselves annually in a measurable way to keep you on track.

Mission Statement: what is still true?  "It is the mission of RRCA to prepare a diverse group of students for post secondary success through rigorous academics and character development."

How do we streamline our vision statement: board agrees the vision is more of a distant concept. 

Are we seeing a strong presence of STEAM, The Arts, Athletics, Extracurricular activities...what specifically measures these things? 

Discussion lead by Jessica Couvillion regarding needed CPA for payroll, to find payroll provider like adp, and inhouse reporting (PEP/AFR).