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Jun 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
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First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School Board Of Trustees Board Of Trustees Meeting
The Board of Trustees reviewed and took action on several items, including the acceptance of the business controller's financial report and the approval of the 2026-27 school year budget. Additional resolutions included the approval of lease reimbursements, various human resources changes such as staff resignations and terminations, and the ratification of several professional services contracts for summer projects, therapy services, and private placements. Furthermore, the Board adopted a wellness policy, approved a memorandum of understanding with the Philadelphia Police Department, ratified board terms and officer positions, and approved committee assignments.
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First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School Board of Trustees Board Meeting Minutes
The meeting included reviews of the CEO report, which covered enrollment data, food giveaway events, PSSA testing preparations, and building repairs, as well as an American Paradigm Schools report regarding certification initiatives and emergency permit trends. The Board reviewed and accepted the financial report from the Business Controller. Key actions included approving a professional services contract for structural engineering work on a foundation wall and the election of a new member to the Board of Trustees. Additionally, the Board entered into an executive session to discuss a confidential settlement and release agreement related to a compensatory education claim.
Feb 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School Board Meeting Minutes
The Board reviewed reports from the CEO, including enrollment, attendance, and safety drill data, and received an update from the Business Controller regarding financial standings, including student counts and expenditures. Additionally, the Board processed human resources changes, including new hires and terminations, and entered into an executive session to discuss a confidential settlement and release agreement, which was subsequently approved.
Dec 17, 2025·BoardMeeting
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First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School Board Meeting Minutes
The Board reviewed and accepted the CEO reports for both the school and American Paradigm Schools, as well as the financial report, which included a discussion on draft audited financials. Under new business, the Board accepted the Business Controller's report, passed a resolution regarding various human resources actions including new hires, resignations, and leaves of absence, and ratified professional services contracts concerning student private placements.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
