The pledge of allegiance was led by Student Government Association Officers. 

Mr. Wolfe introduced the student government officers. The officers include the President, Claire Owens, Vice President, Elijah Burkett, Secretary, Olivia Ellis and Treasurer, Emma Brown. The work the Student Government have been conducting was shared, including their review of how to run a meeting and their introduction to Roberts Rule of Order. 

Mr. Duncan introduced several new staff as the spotlight. The names include Sarah Hersee (3rd grade), Nancy Jacobson (6th grade), Amber Ballew (Kindergarten), Kali Letcher (4th & 5th PE/Volleyball/ Assistant Athletic Director) and Nick Castro (PE and Athletic Director). 

There was one speaker sign up for public comment, Cash Smith, a student who provided comments related to the uniform policy. 

Mr. Cooper provided the Finance Committee Report. The fiscal year 2024 budget reflects a current surplus of $14,000 placing the school in a good place going into the new fiscal year. We are in need of a new bus however have not been able to locate a used one. It was suggested that we seek a new one to lease and the committee is researching cost. 

Mr. Duncan provided the report for the Governance and Policy Committee. There has been a revision of Uniform Policy to modify and update language related to shorts/skirts. The language will now read "The length of skirts, shorts and skorts must be modest." 

Policies were discussed that were reviewed previously and and are in need of formal approval during this meeting.  

Ms. Silva reported the following for the Facilities Committee. The School Resource Officer office is in need of modification, estimated at $10,000, to improve the heating and cooling in the space. This cost would be to install a mini-split and would cover the entire project.  This is the only request for board approval. The stage will have the handicapped sign installed by Mr. Prey this week and this will allow for the final sign off by the city/county. Staining to protect the wood will be the final step and then the dedication and signage can be finalized. The asphalt project is complete however will need to plan for additional needs within the next 1-2 years to include additional patching or a possible total repaving. The USDA loan paperwork in in final resubmission stages for the STEM building and additional updates should be available with timeframes next week. 

Ms. Silva shared information about the upcoming Brevard Academy Giving Day that will take place on September 25, 2024. The goal is to raise $10,000 or more in 36 hours to support the new STEM/Arts building. In addition to being able to donate through an easy link/QR code that is available on numerous platforms, Sideways Farm & Brewing is hosting a special Giving Day event from 5pm to 8pm and will be donating 15% of sales and tips to Brevard Academy. 

It was noted that the April Board meeting needs to be scheduled and the new date will be April 23, 2025. 

Mr. Duncan reported that staff orientation has been completed and was successful and share a great success; we are looking at the largest enrollment in BA history at 437.  The buses have four morning transportation routes and five in the afternoon.  Athletics began on August 19 and BA has introduced a new sport, a swim team. The Professional Development Plan showed a great first week of in-service and additional details can be located on the Board Action Calendar. 

Mr. Cooper introduced a new prospective committee member, Mr. Brandon Smith, who is observing his first meeting. 

The next meeting will be held Wednesday, September 18, 2024 @ 5:30.