T. Miller provided detailed information on the current status of Seaside Schools, Inc through the attached Head of Schools report.

K. Mixson provided updates on the implementation of a searchable index of books and digital resources as required by House Bill 1467. She mentioned that a permission slip will be provided to ensure families are aware of book usage while students are on campus. She also provided feedback on the success of Open House and noted increased student participation at the volleyball Spirit Night. She informed the board of students attending the Ron Clark Academy Leadership Conference on October 6th and 7th. The six students will be accompanied by three teachers. D. Ward updated the board on athletics and current events at the Seacoast campus, including Lunch at the Coast, the initiation of several new clubs, and improvements in SGA leadership and engagement. 

Goals for the 2023-2024 school year were created through a collaboration between Seaside Schools, Inc. administrative team, faculty, and staff members. They are uploaded in the Board on Track platform for ongoing review.

T. Horton shared a summary of the Foundation Report and reminded board members of upcoming events to support the Capital Campaign. She also shared that registration for the 2024 Seaside 1/2 Marathon is open and registration numbers are beginning to grow. A review of current financials was included in the attached Foundation Report. 

R. Kauffman provided a summary of goals designated by the Governance Committee for the 2023-2024 School Year.

M. Ulfelder mentioned the connection between an increase in board member limits, requiring clear communication and understanding of expectations. She also encouraged all board members to give their feedback on the current board documents regarding roles and responsibilities. R. Kauffman suggested using Board on Track to not only house board documents and meeting notes, but also to gather self-assessment data to aid in selecting future board members. C. Lewis will serve as the selection committee chair and will collaborate with M. Ulfelder to promote Seaside Schools, Inc. to potential board member candidates. C. Lewis also provided updates on the board selection process that were made and published on the school website.

C. Lewis shared an update on the selection committee, which includes members D. Tinghitella, A. Jordan, J. O'Donoghue, K. Tucker, and herself. She mentioned that the committee will meet in October to schedule the launch of the selection and set dates for interviews.

A. Jordan gave an update on the athletic boosters' activities. He mentioned that the paperwork for the 503.1C was completed and had been submitted. He also shared the introduction of a digital membership card and the potential implementation of a point system to reward families and students for attending athletic events. A. Jordan provided details about the membership leveling system and discussed the possibility of displaying banners to promote businesses that have supported Seaside athletics through the funding of athletic programing.

J. O'Donoghue also asked for the board members' support for the mentoring program at the Seaside campus, as well as the keynote speaker and internship program at Seacoast Collegiate High School. She shared that all teachers have been adopted for the school year which will provide additional classroom resources at the teacher's request. An update on Student Excellence Committee Goals and the importance of improving school culture and climate through increased family engagement was discussed.

M. Kerrigan provided an update on the Capital Campaign Project. He urged board members to support the half marathon by donating silent auction items and well as volunteering during the event. Additionally, he emphasized the need for business volunteers to partner with Seaside Schools, Inc. for community nights. M. Kerrigan also noted the successful community night held at Three Sons Barbecue and thanked D. Tinghitella for his support.

K. Tucker updated board members on the revised timeline and estimated cost of the Seacoast Collegiate expansion. Initial land clearing will begin on September 29th and completion of the build is set for Fall of 2025. He invited all board members to attend the Ground Breaking Ceremony on Monday, October 2, 2023. K. Tucker reminded the board of the appropriations process and the timeline expectations for the submission of the 2024-2025 application. An update on grant funding to be requested was also discussed.

K. Mixson and K. Tucker reminded the board of parking expectations and responsibilities as they pertain to pick up and drop off procedures within Seaside. Discussion of the violations being made on the current parking policy were shared and K. Mixson shared the current procedures. 

K. Tucker provided an update on the addition of a Performing Arts Center and its contingency on the compliance of Seaside Neighborhood School families with transportation expectations. K. Mixson shared that a variety of options have been discussed to reduce the challenges created by the number of students requiring afternoon pick-up.