There is still a need to expand the board to fully support Ivy Hill Prep. The Board Chair encourages members to tap into their networks to gain new members. 

A high-level overview of benchmarks for the renewal application was provided by Ashley Furan. Deadlines were given to finalize the documents needed for the application process. 

DOO Brandon Parker provided an overview of the current financials for the month. Board Chair asked for an alternate plan to be created that reflects the anticipated enrollment, HOS and DOO will develop a plan. 

The proposed budget was shared with the Board accounting for staff, enrollment, grants, and federal and state funding. A question was asked about the change in technology services in the budget. A discussion was held about the bidding on the security system which did occur.    

School management plan to begin after-school programming for the 2023-2024 school year with extracurricular activities as well as academic interventions and supports. The anticipated budget accounts for the compensation of teachers and staff participating in the program. 

The FOSS KIT Science curriculum will be used in the upcoming school year. A discussion was held about the adjustments that may be made if a new science curriculum is needed. 

The finance committee will review and approve or deny any programs that are needed based on recommendations from the school team. 

HOS shared staffing updates as new hires are in the process of onboarding. Summer PD training is currently in progress in preparation for the new school year. HOS was able to maintain a retention rate of 85. 

Math data for the school was provided showing the growth of students from the beginning of the year to the present. HOS provided an overview of math data and needs based on math standards and interim assessments. 

A discussion was held about the fluctuation of math data for 1st grade. HOS shared that teacher retention may have an impact on the student's academic growth, but they have shown growth throughout the year. HOS shared the interventions implemented in order to support students' growth in math. 

HOS shared STEP-data that shows students are growing. HOS plans to engage resources to improve professional development for teachers.   

Lottery updates were shared with the Board. 27. seats accepted for Kindergarten, 3 accepted for first grade, eleven seats needed for second grade, and seven seats need to be filled for third grade, and fourth grade 2 seats. Offers are extended to all families. 

Ongoing recruitment efforts are in effect to retain families and gain new families.