Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Cheryl McCullough’s organization
Jun 3, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Dillard Academy Charter School Board of Education Meeting
The meeting included reports from the Co-Principals, covering discipline, accountability, summer reading camp, and summer school. The Budget Report indicated that state funds would be expended by June 30, 2025, with potential carryover of some federal funds. The Executive Director's Report highlighted earnings from money market accounts and ongoing efforts to secure quotes for playground equipment, paving, and building maintenance. A website newsletter from the NC Office of Charter Schools was shared for review at the annual retreat.
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The meeting included a roll call, pledge of allegiance, and approval of the agenda. A parent of a long-term suspended student was acknowledged for comments. Board members were reminded to avoid conflicts of interest. A board hearing was held, followed by a closed session to prevent the disclosure of confidential information. A board committee will meet to deliberate and issue a recommendation in response to Ms. Ross' request. The next meeting was scheduled, and a motion to adjourn was passed.
Mar 4, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Dillard Academy Charter School Board Meeting
The meeting included reports from the Co-Principal and Associate Director of Curriculum and Instruction, covering topics such as student proficiency, extracurricular activities, testing, discipline, new hires, and tutoring programs. The Budget Report was reviewed and approved. The Executive Director's Report addressed tax relief through the Employee Retention Credit, facilities updates including the decision to use crush and run instead of paving, installation of vape sensors, ADT door sensor issues, and Infinite Campus training. The board also discussed marketing plans and a fundraiser, and considered taking a Charter School finance class.
Feb 4, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Dillard Academy Charter School Board of Education Meeting
The board discussed enrollment numbers, academic performance, and the decision not to make up days missed due to inclement weather. They also discussed the school's safety measures, including keyless entry, staff duty assignments, and the presence of a part-time policeman. The budget report for December 2024 was reviewed and accepted. The board reviewed the attendance policy and criminal record check policy. The executive director reported on the implementation of Infinite Campus, a new student information system, and the appeal process for the Employee Retention Credit. The board also discussed facilities improvements, including replacing custodial supplies, automating parent apps and transportation, evaluating core curriculum options, purchasing a grease trap, and upgrading security and HVAC systems.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
