Vida Charter School
Minutes
Academic Excellence Committee Meeting
Date and Time
Thursday October 12, 2017 at 4:30 PM
Location
Vida Charter School - conference room
Committee Members Present
C. Bowen
Committee Members Absent
F. Dutrisac, M. Davis
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance and Guests
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C. Bowen called a meeting of the Academic Excellence Committee of Vida Charter School to order on Thursday Oct 12, 2017 at 4:30 PM.
C.
Approve Minutes
II. Academic Excellence
A.
New item
In response to this suggestion, Ms. Davis inquired as to the intended purpose.
As we discussed more in detail, we agreed that perhaps the staff would be more favorable to one of the lead/team teachers attending occasionally to share initiatives that are being used.For example, Mary Canedo, who is a team leader, will share at the next meeting regarding the induction program for new teachers which has been implemented this year.
This discussion was very productive. The committee does not desire to add to the academic staff's workload, but want them to know that we are interested in, and supportive of their tireless effort to nurture learning in our unique VIDA stting.
As we discussed more in detail, we agreed that perhaps the staff would be more favorable to one of the lead/team teachers attending occasionally to share initiatives that are being used.For example, Mary Canedo, who is a team leader, will share at the next meeting regarding the induction program for new teachers which has been implemented this year.
This discussion was very productive. The committee does not desire to add to the academic staff's workload, but want them to know that we are interested in, and supportive of their tireless effort to nurture learning in our unique VIDA stting.
B.
New item
Ms. Davis had to leave to attend a Title 1 meeting with parents.No further comments on this item.
C.
New item
Discussion of this topic yielded a commitment to look for new ways to assess
"professional community", as well as moving the timeline of the assessment.
Mid-year, (January) seems to be a less stressful time.
"professional community", as well as moving the timeline of the assessment.
Mid-year, (January) seems to be a less stressful time.
III. Other Business
A.
New item
Did not discuss this item.
IV. Closing Items
A.
Adjourn Meeting
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 5:30 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
C. Bowen
Attendees: Martha Davis, Chloe Ruff, Cindy Bowen