The floor was opened for public comment. No comments were given

Guests acknowledged 

For governance:

1-matter for approval

January surplus motion was made to move forward to surplus the items. Jamilia Smith moved, Cary Claiborne seconded, motion passed

2-updates on strategic plan

leadership structure increases TKES growth

teaching and learning added focus on EL PD sequence

3-updates KPIs

-leadership, mid-year review by Donna Davis, admin team did mid-year review with EL coach. Both the work plan and mid-year review have been provided electronically. Jamilia S inquired about who should attend upcoming leadership conferences, and it was advised that school leaders like the Principal and the ED but that AP may also attend. Matt V asked about how iReady works, and Donna D explored how an initial assessment is taken and how it builds a system for the learners. Jamilia S asked about how iReady is discussed at the class level and Dr. Littles gave insight and it was brought to light about how we can celebrate the educators and the students around iReady.

-culture, the goal is to build a positive school. Clear routines and a sense of belonging is what that looks like. 95.79% february attendace rate, january was 95.15%, we are tracking well. Matt V asked about the benchmark, Candace S gave last year's data and stated that we have a slight uptick.

-MKS, winter iReady growth date. Dr. Littles and Donna Davis gave an analysis of the data. Jamilia S asked about alignment around using iReady in the classroom. Candace S mentioned that there can be some improvements in that area but that there is dedicated time each week, also there are small groups, instructional coaches, and intervention specialists. Matt V asked about the national norms portion and Dr Littles confirmed that there are national norms identifiers. Cary C asked about instructional help and Candace S gave insight the plan in place like "what I need wednesday" (for students).

Informational

1-key accomplishment

kids heart challenge raise $4,328.04, exceeding goal of $4,000

2-matters for noting

-electronic sensing equipment in Douglas county, info provided by Candace S, Evolve metal detectors. Officer Chubb is doing some research. Based on a school survey last year, there was no interest to having a metal detector. There will need to be policies surrounding this if/when implemented

-open enrollment status provided by Katie S, as of 2/23 we are up 100 from last year

-budget timeline for SY26 and SY27 was provided and we are on track for 26/27, we are in a good space to meet at date for 26/27 budget as stated by Tonetta Pugh

-Legislative updates were provided for awareness

-Local Chamber Event, Jamilia S, Tonetta P and Katie S attended an event "the talent equation", and left with some key takeaways for implementation 

-Tonetta P, gave update on e rate progress and stated that 95% of the work by PCS has been completed 

*as a special note, the Executive Director's report is available electronically and as a printed version

Jamilia S stated that there is an Executive committee meeting following general body meeting. 

we received 3 proposals and will discuss at Exec Cmte meeting

none

Matt gave an update, list of participants and coaches were emailed and no feedback as of yet. Matt asked that we get connected with Women of Douglasville, as well as the Chamber. Jamilia asked if its on the Chamber calendar, Tonetta mentioned that it was submitted, but it is not currently listed. 

Registration info provided by Katie, no registration but we do have firm commitments. 

elections update was provided

info provided

final list will be sent to the chamber

info provided

GCSA march 9 conference

Mrs Sims gave info about the Grocery Store and the ribbon cutting on March 23- chamber of Commerce will be here, Georgia Feeds Family partnership and Atlanta Food Bank. Flyers will be distrubuted and Student Council and Beta will help fulfill the orders 

End of Year Student Council presidet info provided by Teyah Smith, she stated that the details are being firmed up but they would like the presence of the Board

Brighten Broadway dates changes to May 15-17, 2026 from the weekend before 

8th grade graduation May 20

Recommendation needed from HR regarding personnel matter

The position can be posted by HR to fill the necessary positions

Matt moved for denial of employment contract which will trigger the provision of F50, Cary seconded.