Derek Dennis

This Equity Plan for Brevard Academy outlines strategies to address and eliminate disparities in teacher quality, as required by federal ESSA regulations. It focuses on three key areas: ensuring proper teacher certification to reduce out-of-field assignments, supporting beginning teachers to enhance their experience, and improving overall teacher effectiveness through instructional coaching and professional development. The plan aims to ensure an equitable distribution of effective, experienced, and in-field teachers for all students, particularly low-income and minority students.

The strategic plan outlines Brevard Academy's approach to gifted education, emphasizing clear identification procedures, differentiated curriculum, and ongoing professional development. Key goals include providing comprehensive support for gifted learners' academic, social, and emotional needs, fostering partnerships with families and the community, and ensuring program accountability through continuous monitoring and evaluation. The plan aims to integrate gifted programming into the general education curriculum, promote collaboration among staff, and offer opportunities for acceleration and enrichment to enhance the educational experiences of all students.

The Brevard Academy strategic plan for 2025-2030 focuses on preparing students to achieve academic excellence through the Core Knowledge Sequence, fostering strong moral character, and promoting active intellectual inquiry. Key priorities include ensuring academic success for every student, actively engaging stakeholders, recruiting and retaining effective personnel, using resources wisely, and providing effective and innovative learning environments. The plan aims to achieve specific benchmarks in student performance, maintain financial stability, enhance community relationships, and improve facilities and technology.

The Brevard Academy Board of Directors held a regular meeting where they received a teacher report on curriculum instruction support, a PTO report covering past events like Bingo Night and upcoming events, and a financial update that included budget adjustments and loan progress. The Director's report highlighted student achievements, enrollment statistics, climate and culture metrics, and notable student experiences. The board discussed and approved requests for various purchases and contracts, reviewed committee reports on facilities, fundraising, long-range planning, and board development, and addressed old and new business, including the creation of a Director of Compliance position. They also went into a closed session to discuss personnel matters before approving a salary range for the new position.

The meeting included a discussion and vote on proposed changes to the school director's contract. The board also convened in a closed session.