Veritas Preparatory Charter School
Minutes
Board Meeting
Date and Time
Friday October 26, 2018 at 8:15 AM
Location
Veritas Prep Charter School 1st Floor Conference Room or Dial-In Number: 866-848-2216, Conference Code: 7783935205, Leader Code: 2356
Trustees Present
A. Mendelson, C. Alves, D. Ford, D. Fuller (remote), G. Moody, L. Doherty, M. Landon, R. Sela, T. Gabinetti (remote), T. Moran (remote)
Trustees Absent
D. Janes, J. Crowell, M. Sweet
Guests Present
Jonathan Swan, R. Romano
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance and Guests
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
L. Doherty called a meeting of the board of trustees of Veritas Preparatory Charter School to order on Friday Oct 26, 2018 at 8:20 AM.
C.
Approve Minutes
II. Academic Achievement
A.
Student Services at VPCS
Jonathan Swan presented MCAS data for special education and ELL sub-groups.
III. Governance Committee
A.
Strategic Planning
We are exploring a couple of options for strategic planning. Gov Com is reviewing a proposal from Bellweather and we are soliciting a response form one other organization. We plan to discuss at the November meeting and make a decision about our path forward.
IV. Finance
A.
September Financials
Lisa presented the monthly financials. We are in good shape. Enrollment is at 347.
B.
Fiscal Policies and Procedures
A. Mendelson made a motion to approve the fiscal policies and procedures as revised.
R. Sela seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| D. Fuller |
Aye
|
| D. Janes |
Absent
|
| M. Sweet |
Absent
|
| J. Crowell |
Absent
|
| T. Gabinetti |
Absent
|
| G. Moody |
Aye
|
| R. Sela |
Aye
|
| D. Ford |
Aye
|
| A. Mendelson |
Aye
|
| M. Landon |
Aye
|
| L. Doherty |
Aye
|
| C. Alves |
Aye
|
| T. Moran |
Aye
|
C.
Development Planning
Denise shared an update of development planning that she has been happening. We've identified areas of financial need which include operational, program and capital needs. These needs include funds for student clubs, windows and other building improvements and the development of an alumni support program. We will continue to get organized and create a plan and structure to bring to the board for their feedback.
V. Other Business
A.
Friends of VPCS update
Rachel shared an update about VPH and the Friends of VPCS.
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 9:38 AM.
Respectfully Submitted,
R. Romano
A. Mendelson made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
M. Landon seconded the motion.
The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion.