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A.C.E. Academy August, 2025 Board Meeting

Date and Time

Thursday August 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Mission: A.C.E Academy will equip students from all backgrounds to succeed in the college and career of their choice by driving academic excellence, developing strong character, and instilling an entrepreneurial mindset.

 

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Directors Present

C. Torrence (remote), D. Graham (remote), J. Figueroa (remote), K. Best (remote), T. Cline (remote)

Directors Absent

C. Rodgers

Guests Present

D. Hammond

I. Opening Items

A.

Record Attendance

B.

Call the Meeting to Order

T. Cline called a meeting of the board of directors of A.C.E. Academy to order on Thursday Aug 28, 2025 at 7:06 PM.

C.

School Mission

A.C.E. Academy will equip students from all backgrounds to succeed in the college and career of their
choice by driving academic excellence, developing strong character, and instilling an entrepreneurial mindset.

D.

Approve Agenda

D. Graham made a motion to Approve today's agenda.
K. Best seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.

E.

Approve Minutes

D. Graham made a motion to Approve A.C.E. Academy July 31, 2025 Board Meeting on 07-31-25.
K. Best seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.

F.

Public Comment

*A.C.E. Academy Public Comment Policy is two per meeting for reaction to what has been discussed during the meeting.

II. Meeting Items

A.

Staff Update/Approval

K. Best made a motion to Approve the new staff member.
J. Figueroa seconded the motion.

Laila Minott informed the board about our new hire for the after-school program. She is currently studying for her EC licensure.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.

B.

Construction Update

Laila Minott informed the board that construction on the middle school side is nearly complete, with an estimated 2-3 weeks remaining. She also announced that we have received our pre-school permit and explained the next steps required for the pre-school construction.

C.

Enrollment Update

Laila Minott provided an update on enrollment, confirming that we met our goal. Previously, there were 487 applications. As of the 10th day of school, we have 458 enrolled students, surpassing our target of 450.

D.

Board Meeting Schedule

D. Graham made a motion to Approve the board meeting dates and to meet later or day's when there is an athletic event.
K. Best seconded the motion.

Laila Minott requested the board to vote on the upcoming board meeting date. Dr. Cline proposed scheduling board meetings later on days with athletic events.

 

 

 

  1. July 31, 2025
  2. August 28, 2025
  3. September 25, 2025
  4. October 23, 2025
     
  5. December 18, 2025
  6. January 29, 2026
  7. February 26, 2026
  8. March 26, 2026
  9. May 28, 2026
  10. June 25, 2026
The board VOTED to approve the motion.

E.

Upcoming Events

Laila Minott shared the upcoming events with the board. She invited them to attend.

III. 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 7:50 PM.

Respectfully Submitted,
D. Hammond

B.

Closed Session

Closed Session (If Necessary) Must be voted on prior to going into session.

 

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