Bronx Charter School for the Arts
Minutes
Monthly Board Meeting
Date and Time
Tuesday September 10, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Location
Zoom
Trustees Present
Arlene Bascom (remote), Barbara H. Scott (remote), Dan Vislocky (remote), David Barnard (remote), Denise Brecher (remote), Eric Osorio (remote), Evette Stair- Radlein (remote), Lori Biancamano (remote), Susan Geisenheimer (remote), Zahreen Ghaznavi (remote)
Trustees Absent
Charles Whites
Guests Present
Jasmin Abbatiello (remote), Jocelyn Gaston (remote), Kathy Ortiz (remote), Krisann Vega (remote), Loretta Cargill (remote), Lydia Bremer (remote), Patricia Rooney (remote), Ryan McCabe (remote)
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes
II. Executive Director Report
A.
Update
III. Finance Report
A.
Update
- Kathy Ortiz shared Melanie Hok was working on completing the 2023-2024 financial audit.
IV. Upcoming Events
A.
Update
- Back to School Nights BAE - 9/11 & BAM - 9/12
- Full Day Staff Development - Lorena German on 9/25
- Board Meeting October 8th in person at BAE, at 6pm
V. Public Meeting Adjourn
A.
Adjourn Meeting
Barbara Scott adjourn public meeting at 6:49 pm
Barbara Scott announced executive session will follow for board members, Kathy Ortiz, Jasmin Abbatiello, Lesly Garcia and Lydia Bremer
VI. Executive Session
A.
Development & Communication update
Jasmin Abbatiello presented an update on private contributions and marketing strategies designed to improve recruitment efforts.
A conversation regarding the facilities ensued.
Kathy Ortiz presented an overview of the highlights from the New York State 2024 test results in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics.
Krisann Vega and Ryan McCabe discussed strategic initiatives and plans for the elementary and middle schools, emphasizing growth and necessary adjustments for the current academic year.
Additionally, Kathy Ortiz highlighted the professional development and resources made available through the investment of ESSER Funds, which are currently being implemented. This includes upgrades to classroom technology and resources, such as state-of-the-art smart boards, document cameras, and educational materials for teachers.