Brighten Academy
Minutes
Brighten Academy Charter School Governing Board Meeting
Date and Time
Monday October 7, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Location
5897 Prestley Mill Rd, Douglasville, GA 30135
The Brighten Academy Governing Board will meet on Monday, September 23, 2024 at 6pm.
Directors Present
C. Burns Falker, C. Claiborne, D. Carter, J. Smith, K. Moses, M. Vitale, N. Lord, R. Finan, R. Zackery, S. Battle
Directors Absent
None
Ex Officio Members Present
D. Davis
Non Voting Members Present
D. Davis
Guests Present
K. Bemus, K. Smith, S. Littles
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Adoption of Agenda
D.
Approval of Minutes
There was no second. Jamilia stated that the previous minutes would be approved.
II. Executive Director's Report
A.
Charter Report
Principal Davis is awaiting template from Alan Mueller to begin working on the report. The report is due annually--Brighten is on track to complete on time.
B.
Staffing Update
Looking to hire a 5th grade teacher with transition of new AP.
In need of 2nd grade paraprofessional and 3rd grade teacher.
C.
Enrollment Update
816 of 818 currently enrolled to date.
III. Executive Committee
A.
Strategic Priority Teams
Strategic: All board members
Discipline: Coriya
Academic Performance: Staying up-to-date on the data and benchmarking. Nadra and Cary will be our strategic partner for academic performance.
Retention of Staff: Assisting with staff retention will be Nadra, Regina, Coriya
Organizational Structure: Jamilia, Deona, and Reginald
External Engagement: Shauncey, Kristen, Regina will spearhead this effort.
These teams will report to the Executive Committee, that will then report to the full board. It is up to each individual committee to determine meet times and progress.
IV. Finance Committee
A.
Fundraising Updates
April 3, 2024 will be the tentative date for the annual golf tournament.
10 AM shotgun, with a 8 AM start. Next meeting, we will discuss food options, baskets, etc...
Cary suggested in the finance committee to partner with local universities (example: Georgia State). Reginald also has a contact with a Non Profit Organization that is interested in golfing with us.
Other fundraiser ideas:
March Madness: Each grade will participate, winning grade will get a pizza party.
The goal for the finance committee is to have recurring events every year. Potentially 2-3 events per year.
Dr. Carter will make the golf tournament flyers.
Jamilia mentioned a Blazer Run which is similar to A Peachtree Roadrace for children. Will potentially be sponsored by the board.
V. Other Business
A.
Upcoming Community Events
Jamilia explained the upcoming local events. Explained that all board members are welcome to attend. Board members should email Mrs. Davis or Jamilia.
VI. Closing Items
A.
Public Comment
Parent asked the board how to log his volunteer minutes. Katy explained the process is being revamped.
Jamilia stated that the agenda would be adopted as provided, no amendments.