The Executive Director provided an overview of school operations and academic progress. Enrollment currently stands at 80 students, with a goal of reaching 83 by the end of the month to align with budget projections. The first trimester will conclude on October 31, coinciding with Spirit Week and a school-wide celebration. Student-led conferences are scheduled for the following week, during which students will share their academic growth and challenges with families.

Professional development sessions have recently focused on improving instructional clarity and rigor, making sure that teachers provide clear directions and set appropriately high expectations for students. The school continues to maintain a strong attendance rate of 95 percent. The Executive Director also reported that the Charter Schools Program (CSP) monitoring findings have been submitted, with only a few minor policy updates underway.

The Governance Committee provided an update on ongoing recruitment efforts. One candidate, Mr. Win Roshelle, previously interviewed by the committee, is nominated for board approval at this meeting. His background and alignment with the school’s mission were noted as strong assets to the board’s composition. The committee also reiterated the importance of adding members with academic expertise to strengthen oversight and support the school’s growth. The Board unanimously approved the nomination of Mr. Rochelle as a new member of the Simple Vue Academy governing board.

The Finance Committee presented the financial report for August 2025. Total revenue for the month was approximately $144,000, primarily from QBE funding. Total expenses amounted to roughly $194,000, resulting in an anticipated operating deficit of $50,000 for the period. Salaries and benefits are trending slightly below budget due to open staff positions. 

The committee noted that cash flow remains tight but manageable, with additional revenue from upcoming grant disbursements expected to improve liquidity. Vendor payments are being closely monitored, with special attention to accounts payable aging. 

The Fundraising Committee shared that a final call for entrepreneur nominations was sent earlier in the week. Discussion also centered on the “Paint & Sip” event proposal. The board evaluated several options and determined that the paid model, which required a per-person cost, was not financially feasible at this time. Instead, efforts will shift toward planning the February fundraising event, which is expected to generate greater participation and donor engagement. A mid-year donor check-in will be scheduled for January to assess progress toward fundraising goals.

The Board approved a change to its meeting schedule and committee structure. Beginning in November, the Board will meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM, incorporating academic reporting into the regular meeting agenda. 

The Academic Committee will be temporarily absorbed into the full board meeting to streamline reporting and maintain continuity during this transition period. This structure is intended as a short-term solution while additional board members are onboarded and the board builds the capacity and availability to reinstate the Academic Committee as a standing committee in the future.