Gina introduced herself to the team and went over the presentation with the room about Board Governance.

Jean Kitchin asked questions about what types of Board Members they should be recruiting, and Gina recommended someone with good financial background, maybe a parent or teacher would be beneficial.  

She went over the different roles of the board members.  The need for background checks on file for the Board members as well as documents that should be kept on file. 

She stated that minutes should be short and concise.

 Dr. Collins went over her plans for the next 3-5 years with the board in detail.  She discussed the following: 

• Leadership Priority
  • Growing the capacity of our leadership
• Academics Priority
  • Continuing to create a college prep environment to prepare our middle school scholars for college and careers.
• School Culture Priority
  • Create a culture of high expectations for staff, scholars, and parents.
• Community Stakeholders Priority
  • Develop a more positive relationship and increase involvement with parents and the community.
• Finance
  • Maintain financial stability to operate the school successfully.
• Facility Goals
  • Improve and maintain school facilities.

Mr. Etheridge presented to the Board information related to the direction for instruction to the Board. He presented pacing guides and curriculum standards. He stated the difference between what is taught versus what is assessed by testing.

Dr Artis spoke about the plans for the CTE future of RMP.  He stated his vision for the CTE program.  He talked about Job readiness for high school students and creating pathways for each and every scholar.  He spoke about incorporating CTE classes with NC Standards, so they have opportunities to find a passion.

Dr. Wright discussed updates and goals for the 24-25 school year.  She stated that they want to continue to press towards their previous efforts as well as strengthen others like dual enrollment and partnerships.  We have increased our number of students that are applying for the dual enrollment program.  We had students that spent a week at college campuses this summer to learn about different pathways.  

Dr. Wallace did the reporting for Ms. Palmer who couldn't be present.  she talked about getting AVID strategies for the entire campus K-12.

Dr Wallace discussed the 3 strategies for the 24-25 SY

• Enhance Student Engagement COALSCE - Customer Service
• Foster a Positive School Culture - Communicate
• Improve academic achievement - Collaborate

This set of goals is based on our 24-25 School-Wide focus of the 3C's

The focus for 6-8 is to Improve core subject area, data driven instructions, and AI Training.  

Behavior Intervention Planning is ramped up and they are re-training teachers on how to use it.

Positive Behavior Supports also for students that are behaving appropriately.  We have a new SEL Class to discuss mindfulness with our scholars as well as SEL Strategies.  There will be more focus on Professional development for the teachers and more parental involvement.

Ms. Glass spoke about unifying the teams as they were two teams last year they will be one team this year.  They have SMART goals for this year.  

• Working towards 100% growth for all.
• Increase 5th grade Science proficiency by 10%
• Increase parent participation in school events through targeted communication and outreach strategies
• Implement a school-wide recognition program to acknowledge students and staff achievements and promote a positive school culture.

The Theme for Elementary is One Team, One Goal, One Mission.

Attorney McPherson presented his Legal and legislative Update for 2024.  There is a case law update and a legislative update to discuss.  He talked about adverse employment action and other important cases that are relevant to our school and potential issues.

Dr Collins discussed the Prayer Assurance that needed to be resigned. 

Dr. Collins addressed the room to ask if there were any questions to anyone and to commend everyone for their patience on such a long meeting.  She gave some closing remarks.