The enrollment update was provided by Russ Battiata, Director of Operations.

• Enrollment for the current year is now closed; lottery scheduled for April.
•  New Applications: 241 received for the upcoming school year (Deadline: March
  17).
• Returning Students: 750 students confirmed their return; 26 students declined,
  while 50 did not respond and were marked as non-returning after the deadline.
• Next Steps:
  o The window for new applications opens May 19 after placement decisions are
  communicated.
  The lottery is scheduled for April 14; families have until May 19 to complete the
  enrollment process.

Bus Drop-Off Policy (Informational Only)

• Existing policies are already outlined family expectations, however this will clarify grade-specific responsibilities.
• Policy will determine which grade levels require supervision before leaving students unattended.
• Russ Battiata and Sam Schweda will work on incorporating additional language in the bus policy to reflect considerations shared by the board such as: 
  • Consider including provisions for grade 4 and under regarding bus driver wait times and overage costs.

Fundraiser Update: Passport to Excellence

• Event Date: June 7, 2025
• Tickets: $75 (individual), $800 (table for 8) - available starting April 15.
• Sponsorships & Donations:
  o One sponsor secured; more are needed.
  o Silent auction items can be donated via the website.                                                                                                    o o The board is encouraged to reach out to networks for support.
•  Board Involvement:
  o Minimum donation expectations discussed; the board may pool resources for
  a high-level sponsorship.
  o A sponsorship letter is available on the website.
  o Social media promotion to be coordinated by Myra Keast.                                                                                             o Board survey to gauge comfort level with participation.
  o Attendance expected; volunteer roles to be assigned.
  o Alcohol will be served at the event.

•  Retention: 118 staff polled; 2 confirmed departures, some undecided.
   
•  Recruitment:
  o May 9: Offer letters issued to current staff.
  o Job fairs targeted for new hires.

Key updates shared on school activities:
 

• Soccer Program:
  o Insufficient enrollment for a full team; transitioning to a co-ed soccer club.
  o Only one family paid the $75 fee; a refund was issued.

Board Member Recruitment:

•    Third-party consultant (Bellwether) assisting with vetting candidates
•    Priorities include ensuring local representation and filling skill gaps.
• Parent participation remains a key focus.

Charter Renewal:

• Application submitted and accepted.
• An on-site visit is scheduled for April 16-17; board participation is required.
• Parent panel via Zoom on April 21 & 24 (5:00 PM).
• Renewal vote in September at Spokane Community College.

The Board will plan to provide lunch for staff, as done last year.