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Simple Vue Academy

Minutes

SVA Governance Committee

Date and Time

Wednesday April 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Location

CreateATL

900 Murphy Ave SW

Atlanta, GA 30310

Committee Members Present

C. Henderson, L. Curry, W. Roshell

Committee Members Absent

M. Wills Brown

Guests Present

M. Felts

I. Opening Items

A.

Record Attendance

B.

Call the Meeting to Order

C. Henderson called a meeting of the Governance Committee of Simple Vue Academy to order on Wednesday Apr 1, 2026 at 6:11 PM.

C.

Approve Minutes

L. Curry made a motion to approve the minutes from SVA Governance Committee on 03-04-26.
W. Roshell seconded the motion.
The committee VOTED to approve the motion.
Roll Call
W. Roshell
Aye
L. Curry
Aye
C. Henderson
Aye
M. Wills Brown
Absent

II. Governance

A.

Board Recruitment

  • The committee discussed the need to expand board membership given increased organizational responsibilities anticipated in the coming year.
  • Key areas requiring board support were identified, including facilities planning, potential academic program expansion, and ongoing school operations oversight.
  • The committee discussed recruitment strategies, including outreach through community organizations, alumni networks, and affiliated educational networks.
  • It was noted that the Academic Committee will need additional board representation in the next cycle.
  • Several potential candidates were referenced; the committee will continue to vet and identify individuals with relevant skill sets.

B.

Monitoring Results

  • Required monitoring submissions have been completed and filed.
  • Two policy-related monitoring items remain under review by the authorizer.
  • Previously submitted items related to inventory and student health compliance were accepted.
  • A corrective action plan was completed and submitted within the required timeline; no further corrections are anticipated at this time, though findings remain possible.

C.

Hiring

  • The committee discussed the process for board involvement in senior leadership hiring decisions.
  • It was noted that relevant documentation should be reviewed and submitted to the appropriate party prior to the next board meeting to determine how to proceed.
  • The board's role was discussed in terms of setting accountability expectations and serving on interview committees for senior-level positions, in support of school leadership.

III. Other Business

A.

Facilities Update

  • The committee was informed that an agreement has been reached with Angels in Progress Academy for the use of additional modular space at a flat annual rate, replacing a prior enrollment-based arrangement.
    • Module 1 is not included in the current agreement; questions were raised regarding its current use by the facility partner, and this will be addressed in lease negotiations.
  • The full lease contract is pending final execution; legal counsel is actively working to finalize terms, including maintenance and repair responsibilities for each party.
  • The goal is to have the lease approved at the next board meeting. If not completed in time, a special meeting may be convened.
  • Renovation work is planned to begin after the close of the current school year.

IV. Closing Items

A.

Adjourn Meeting

There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 6:28 PM.

Respectfully Submitted,
L. Curry