A.C.E. Academy

Minutes

A.C.E. Academy October 24, 2024 Board Meeting

Date and Time

Thursday October 24, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Location

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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

J. Figueroa (remote), K. Best (remote), T. Cline (remote)

Directors Absent

C. Rodgers, D. Graham

Guests Present

D. Hammond (remote), L. Minott (remote)

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 Oct 24, 2024 at 7:08 PM.

C.

School Mission

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

K. Best made a motion to approve 10-24-24 agenda.
J. Figueroa seconded the motion.

Approval of Today's agenda

The board VOTED to approve the motion.

II. Approve Minutes

A.

Approve Minutes

J. Figueroa made a motion to approve the minutes from Board Meeting 8-28-24.
K. Best seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.

B.

Public Comment

We respectfully urge that public commentary remain exclusively related to the topics outlined in the present agenda. This protocol promotes a concentrated and productive dialogue.

III. Board Chair

A.

Hear from Board Chair

Dr. Cline opened the meeting by welcoming all board members. He asked the Board to vote on the procurement plan for the child nutrition program previously presented in our last board meeting.

T. Cline made a motion to approve the procurement plan for the child nutrition program.
K. Best seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.

B.

A.C.E. Academy DPI Presentation for Charter Renewal

Laila Minott has informed the Board about the upcoming Charter Renewal on November 12, 2024. She provided a preliminary outline of the presentation intended for the Department Of Education, underlining that it is still a work in progress. Further, Ms. Minott presented comparative academic data between A.C.E. Academy and neighboring public district schools. The Board found the data from A.C.E. Academy encouraging.

Laila Minott has recently presented two new members of our team to the Board. Dr. Cline asked a motioned to be made to approve the two staff members.

IV. Staff Updates (New Hires & Vacancies)

A.

New Hire

J. Figueroa made a motion to approve the two new hires.
K. Best seconded the motion.

All present voting board members approved.

The board VOTED to approve the motion.

V. Budget

A.

Update the Board Finances

Laila Minott recently took the opportunity to present an updated budget report to the board. She provided an insightful overview of the financial status, aiming to keep all the board members informed. This update is critical for the board to make strategic decisions. It's worth noting that these updates from Laila Minott are essential for maintaining transparency and effective financial management within the organization. 

B.

Updates / Reminders

  • 11/21/2024
  • 12/12/2024
  • 1/23/2025
  • 2/20/2025
  • 3/20/2025
  • 5/22/2025
  • 6/26/2025

C.

Next/Ongoing Agenda Items

VI. 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 7:42 PM.

Respectfully Submitted,
D. Hammond
T. Cline made a motion to adjourn the metting.
J. Figueroa seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.

B.

Closed Session