The quest speaker, (Debra Lister) presented important information on:

1. A checklist and things to consider when evaluating the performance of the E.D.
2. Goal setting and Dashboard Concepts.
3. The red flags to look for when viewing/checking the Financial Statement.

D. Catching-Smith 

1. Shared information about the MSPSC event taking place January 29th -30th in Kansas City, MO.  Debra spoke briefly on the purpose as well as the importance of this event and the members/staff who will be in attendance,
2. Discussed  board governance documents that was shared with each member  and asked that each member review the documents which will be be discussed at the February meeting.
3. Discussion on putting in place the protocol for an SLVA parent becoming a member of the board according to the by-laws.  

L. Jackson 

1. Discussed and presented all updates of the financial statements.
2. Shared information about the new platform being used when reporting/presenting any financial information updates. 

No update at this time.

E. Bernard 

1. Shared some of the concerns discussed at a recent committee meeting and the plans of putting into place  the protocol for SLVA parents interested in becoming a member of the board.
2. Discussed the board  recruitment of new board members and having a staff member participate in the committee meetings.

No updates at this time

1. Shared update on the number of students currently enrolled and current ADA.
2. The projection for next year's enrollment and staffing requirements.
3. Future plans and strategies for academics, school culture and family and community relations.
4. Concerns about staff retention and the possibility of considering employee contracts. 

B. Taylor

Provided current compliance status and information, monthly reimbursements for both food services and transportation. All cycle deadlines have been submitted.

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