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Martha McGeehon from MPCSC (joined by Laurel Bounds & Amy Brown) provided an overview of the annual accountability report for 2023-2024. Late data was released by DESE in late November 2024. Ideally, the report will be provided in September of each year.  

The five categories are academics, financial management, learning environment, governance and operations. 

Updates include a new Performance Framework and report format; comparing student group to student group vs all students; and growth calculation.

2023-24 data tell us that:
* ELA is above district and the proficiency rate is 19%

* Math is below district and the proficiency rate is 9%

* Attendance = 72% of students attended at least 90%

What does this mean?

In order to move toward renewal, The Leadership School will need to increase student achievement and continue to work on sustainability measures for the organization for 2024-25 school year. 

* See additional documents for clarity and details. 

Becky attended the 2/13 meeting of The Community Impact Network, which funds a variety of local initiatives aimed at early childhood, the immigrants, healthcare, community gardening and more.

Carrie & Becky attended a BoT webinar about the impact of committee work. 

On April 26th - New School Educates Old School event. Students and staff from TLS will be involved in this fundraiser (replaces the March Trivia Night previously noted, which will move to June 21).

March 18th - BoT webinar, CEO Evaluations. Board members are encouraged to attend.

April 2nd - TLS Board Retreat at the Delmar Divine from 4 - 8 PM.

Personal Financial Disclosure - please complete it by early March.

Potential new TLS Board Candidates, lunch dates and conversations TBD. 

TLS Board Norms - T. Montgomery suggested reviewing additional samples (MRH) to potentially add to or edit the current norms. 

Board attendance is currently averaging 77%. Our goal is 80% by 100% of members.

* See additional documents for clarity and details. 

Gary reported that we have evened out our revenue and expenses due to the deficit of $130K from DESE. Fund balance is up from 12% to 16%. Enrollment has changed, but we are holding strong on finances. Budgeted for 210 students and have 215, plus our attendance is up, so funding is steady and increased from last year. 

Finance Committee Report - EdOps is working on the $130K we have lost due to a data discrepancy.  A tax document (990) has been received. 

Gary & Courtney set up a sweep account. 

Gary has been working with the Buddy Fund to potentially help us with a donation to fund a playground

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* See additional documents for clarity and details. 

Becky reported that the Trivia Night had been changed to June 2025. 

The next fundraiser, called "New Skool educates Ole Skool" will take place Saturday, April 26, and will involve entertainment by TLS students and staff.  

Potential need for a line item for the development committee to use for supplies and location rental. This may combine with the marketing of TLS.  Courtney has been getting support with branding and TLS website needs for SEO (Search Engine Optimization).

* See additional documents for clarity and details. 

Becky shared that the Board Retreat would be at the Delmar Devine on April 2nd. Food will be ordered by K. Seymour. Draft job descriptions have been created and will be shared at the retreat. Potential speakers were discussed. 

Becky shared that Krysta Grangeno submitted a letter of resignation from the TLS Board on February 17, 2025.

Stephanie, Gary, and Becky provided professional learning on the Missouri Sunshine Law, including governance and digital record keeping. 

Discussion about confidential files and designation of personnel who need access; TLS will create a hierarchy of organizational needs and staff access. 

* See additional documents for clarity and details. 

Carrie reported about the SSD connection and support for TLS - what interventions are available, and how we can best utilize this resource.

K. Seymour and C. Page met to discuss the SSD Partnership.  

A walk-through document about culture was shared.  

* See additional documents for clarity and details. 

K. Seymour & C. Moulder shared an update on instructional interventions. Students are excited to get the extra help with academics. Self-confidence and relationship building are increased with this group of students. 

February attendance was 84%, the average YTD is 89%. February had 23 discipline referrals. Tardies were also up this past month at 175.  Expected to have higher attendance with the warmer, spring weather. 

Enrollment is at 215 for the month of February. There are no staff vacancies. 

Report Well Uploads for January: 93% submitted; 70% on time; 76% complete.

* See additional documents for clarity and details. 

Presentation about potential rent and purchase of a new TLS location. Questions about funding, space and timing were asked and answered. 

What did we do tonight to further our mission? R. Langrall said that we're moving toward our mission. Gary agreed.

Did we stick to the agenda and were we efficient with our time? T. Montgomery said yes, we're improving our meetings.

TC enjoyed the snacks. 

C. Moulder said that board participation was balanced and appreciated everyone staying focused, especially in the longer, closed session. 

Share the TLS Promotional flyer on your social media and with friends/family

Consider giving a monthly donation via Give Butter

Reach out to our HS alumni associations to tap potential retiring educators who might like to join the board / committees