Bloom Academy Charter School
Minutes
Bloom Academy Monthly Board Meeting
Date and Time
Tuesday August 8, 2023 at 6:30 PM
Location
Bloom Academy Charter School
3420 Almeda-Genoa Rd.
Houston, TX 77047
Directors Present
A. Harold, C. Douglas, J. Nunoo
Directors Absent
C. Milton, M. Douglas
Guests Present
B. Reiner, C. Sales, Charlisa Morisson, N. Jenkins-Morgan, Rodney Emilien
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes
II. Old Business
A.
Superintendent Update
III. New Business
A.
Introduction of New Team Members
Dr. Emilien and Dr. Morisson introduced themselves to the board. They shared their experience and goals with the board. Board members provided some words of advise and encouragement.
B.
Review and Approval of BACS Staff Handbook
C.
Review and Approval of BACS Family Handbook
D.
Review and Decision Regarding Senate Bill 763
The board had a robust discussion and determined that we will decline the statement of the bill. We believe persons hired for this position should be trained and certified for that position.
The board had a robust discussion and determined that we will decline the statement of the bill. We believe persons hired for this position should be trained and certified counselors in order to meet the needs of all persons of all backgrounds.
E.
Review and Decision Regarding HB 3 Armed Guard
The board extensively discussed the expectation for an armed security guard at the school. Ms. Sales had a conversation with him and based on his patience level, he seems to be a good fit for the position.
F.
Review and Approval of TEKS Certification
G.
Review and Approval of LASO Technology Take Home Policy
4th and 5th grade students will be taking home technology. The board discussed all the possible issues that may arise; however, we understand that students need to have the technology.
H.
Review and Approval of Contracts Over $20K
I.
Review and Sign Annual Conflict of Interest Forms
The board is required to sign this annually and so each board member will receive the document to review and sign after the meeting.
IV. Committee Updates
A.
Academic Excellence Committee
B.
Development Committee
C.
Governance Committee
D.
Finance Committee
E.
Campus Safety Committee
The FBI will come for a 45minute free active shooter training for the school.
We may be able to get an ER doctor to do telemedicine calls for minor medical concerns.
Courtney Sales provided the superintendent update. Enrollment is on track. Construction is on track and will be ready by the start of school. The STAAR test results are in and there is room for growth. The new leadership is motivated by the potential of growth. Several new team members have been hired without pressure to fill positions but to be the right fit for the roles.