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Jun 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Center City Public Charter Schools Board Of Directors Meeting Minutes
The Board reviewed and approved material contracts for the 2026-2027 school year and the upcoming fiscal budget, which anticipates a strong cash position. Key agenda items included a comprehensive CEO report regarding recent student academic performances, enrollment data projections, and lease renewal negotiations with the Archdiocese of Washington. The Board also evaluated and voted to adopt the ASPIRE academic accountability framework. Reports were provided by the academic, finance, governance, and development committees, highlighting ongoing growth initiatives, grant successes, and future board recruitment efforts.
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Center City Public Charter Schools Board of Directors Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
The meeting included reports from the CEO on recent campus and Makerspace events, the arts program at Brightwood, and partnerships with local banking and educational organizations. A presentation was provided regarding the Well-being in School Environment (WISE) partnership, focusing on mental health support for staff and students. Plans for an upcoming June Makerspace event and donor recognition were discussed. Committee reports covered academic performance goals, financial stability, governance needs including board member recruitment, and the adoption of a succession plan. The board concluded with an executive session.
Dec 10, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Center City Public Charter School Board Of Directors Meeting
The key discussion topics for the meeting included Routine Business (excluding approval of prior minutes), the CEO's Report, a proposal from the Makerspace Advisory Board, an update on the ADW Lease, an HR Staffing update, a discussion regarding the Chair Emeritus, and reports from the Academic, Finance, Governance, and Development Committees. A portion of the meeting was scheduled for an Executive Session to discuss, establish, or instruct staff concerning negotiation positions for contract pricing and material terms, as permitted under D.C.'s Open Meetings Act.
Dec 10, 2025·BoardMeeting
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CCPCS Board Minutes
The Chief Executive Officer provided updates highlighting student activities, including Reading Buddies, an outdoor trip for Brightwood students to Echo Hill, mock interviews for middle schoolers, spirit week events, and educational visits to Howard University and Hansel Hill Farm. Recognition was given to students participating in the DC Urban Debate League. Operational updates included Russ testifying at a council hearing regarding budget and funds, the December Audited Enrollment status (noting Shaw campus performance), the allocation of Go Fellows for 2025-2026, and sound system upgrades across all campuses. A proposal for a new Makerspace Advisory Board, independent of the Board of Directors, was introduced. The ADW Lease was discussed, focusing on renewal terms and rent alignment. The COO provided an HR Staffing update, leading to the decision to hire a Sr. EE Advisor to manage employee relations caseloads. Tom O'Hara was unanimously granted the honorary title of Chair Emeritus. Committee reports indicated strong academic progress, a good financial state, ongoing CEO succession planning, and recent development donations totaling $6,500 from Snap-On and individuals. The Board adjourned to Executive Session.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
