STRIDE Academy Board of Director's Meeting Thursday, April 18, 2024

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Submitted by eskanson on Tue, 04/16/2024 - 3:53pm

Dates:

Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 6:00pm

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda

Board Room 111

Board Attendance:

Sara Fromm
Andy Lyman
Tina Barak
Kayla Silverberg
Aaron Lundblad

Administrative Attendance

Eric Skanson
Nathan Schwieters
Angie Lichy

School Mission Statement:

STRIDE Academy nurtures individuals while fostering leadership and empowering students to attain their highest potential in a family-centered environment.

Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Roll Call

Mission Statement of STRIDE Academy

Conflict of Interest Declaration: No member of the board of directors, employee, officer, or agent of a charter school shall participate in selecting, awarding, or administering a contract if a conflict of interest exists.

Approval of Agenda

[ Motion by:_______, Second by:_____________] Motion Outcome:___________]

Consent Agenda-

[ Motion by:_______, Second by:_____________] Motion Outcome:___________]

A consent agenda is a streamlined approach to handling routine matters in meetings, allowing multiple items to be approved together without extensive discussion or debate, saving time for more important topics. Board members have the option to pull specific items from the consent agenda for separate consideration by indicating their request during the meeting.

Approval of March 21, Board Meeting Minutes
Approval of March 2024, Financials
Recommend Approval of Janelle Doyle Art Specialist
Approval of the 2024-2025 School Calendar

Public Comment -

The School Board welcomes input from community members and staff.

Each person addressing the council shall give their name for the record. Each person making a public comment is limited to three minutes. Comments should be kept courteous and professional and directed to the board. After the speaker makes their statement, they will be seated without further comment, dialogue, or debate.

IV. Reports

Executive Director Report

STRIDE Updates- The executive director will give updates about current programming and happenings at STRIDE Academy.

Principals' Reports
1. Elementary Principal Angie Lichy will report and provide updates on the K-4 programming.
2. Middle School Principal, Nathan Schwieters will report and update on 5-8 Programming.
Standing Committee Reports
1. Academic Excellence Committee

Reviewed teacher progress monitoring and data analysis to ensure continued student growth and correct intervention application.
Confirmed completion of MCA testing for 3rd grade; continuing focus on MCA, NWEA, and Fastbridge assessments.
Discussed staff licensure and resource provision to effectively use Fastbridge for teaching.
Highlighted the need for further staff training on Fastbridge utilization and discussed ongoing assessment of end-of-year needs.

Governance Meeting
1. April 16, 2024
Finance
1. Enrollment Update
2. April 17, 2024

V. Unfinished Business

Charter Policy Updates-
1. Charter Policy Updates-
  1. Second Reading Series 800 (801, 802, 805, 806)

[ Motion by:_, Second by:_] Motion Outcome:_____]

VI. New Business

Charter Policy Updates-
1. 900 Series
  1. Redline Reading -903, 905

[ Motion by:_, Second by:_] Motion Outcome:_____]

24-25 New Position
1. Director of Academics
2. MS ELA
3. Behavior Interventionist
4. Academic Interventionist

Building Updates/Strategic Direction Discussion
1. Soccer Field Discussion
Board Elections
1. Proposed Timelines:
  1. Application Period April 19-May 17
  2. Election May 20-May 31