Brighter Choice Charter Schools
Minutes
Board Meeting
Date and Time
Monday November 27, 2023 at 9:30 AM
Location
250 Central Avenue, Albany, NY
Trustees Present
M. Snyder (remote), R. McLaughlin, T. Hanmer, Z. Nelson
Trustees Absent
N. Velilla
Guests Present
K. Ford, K. Mclean (remote), L. Licygiewicz, Paul Augello (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes
II. Budget
A.
5 Year Budget (270/290) Questions
P. Augello described the funding implications for long term sustainability for modeled 270 vs. 290 scholars. The discussion reflected our bond covenant and cash flow requirements. The amendment for 270 scholars is a bit more conservative and can sustain long term success. K. McLean walked through staffing structures and adjustments that would be necessary to remove as the enrollment numbers remain lower. Retaining the behavior intervention specialist was prioritized as well as 3 TA positions.
III. Charter Material Change Amendment
A.
BCCSB Charter Material Change Amendment
K. McLean described the meeting with the families that took place on November 21st. The parents were assured that we are remaining open with no effects on the current scholars. Parents were assured that their scholars will be supported and will have a spot at school. The followup communication to parents will include that we are doing this in coordination with our authorizer.
Minutes will be approved during the next meeting.