An opportunity for public comment was provided to community members present during the board meeting. One parent shared a comment during the meeting related to transparency of teachers transitioning from the school. 

The Executive Director highlighted the 5th grade Capstone Puerto Rico trip and expressed deep appreciation for the founding Executive Director as her tenure comes to a close. A celebration honoring founder Kristin Scotchmer is planned for the fall. Key upcoming events marking the end of the school year were shared. 

Bellwether presented on the current state and strategic plan. 

The CFO presented the proposed budget for board approval. 

The Academic Committee Chair spotlighted the J.F. Cook Campus, with Upper Academy Principal Ejechi providing an update on student growth in mathematics.

The Academic Committee focused on each campus and invited team members to share updates and insights. Highlights from the winter MAP assessment data were presented and compared to the fall results. The committee also discussed the school's efforts to support families, the challenges many families face, and the social-emotional supports being implemented to promote student success.

The Board Chair expressed gratitude to John Mahaffie and Peling Li for their dedicated service on the board, as their terms concludes at the end of the school year.