Donald Elkins

The meeting began with the approval of the current meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included the approval of committee reports. Key discussion points centered on Agamim's mission and vision, and strategic initiatives related to centering student academics and experiences, including Zearn Prizes, House Competitions, Spelling Bee, the MLK Assembly, staff visioning, and the winter assessment cycle. Under the governance report, the Board conducted first and second readings of policies, approving Policy 903 (Visitors to Charter School Buildings and Sites) as an emergency approval and Policy 601 (Religion). The finance report covered the monthly financials and cash flow review, adoption of a revised budget projection model, and updates on leases and the 990 form. The administrative report addressed enrollment updates and the adoption of a revised 2026-2027 Draft Academic Calendar, resulting in 173 school days. The session concluded with reports from Parent Champions, a period for Public Comment, and adjournment.

The agenda for the meeting includes recognition of virtue in action for the Student Success Specialist Team and 4Mativ Transportation Company. Key discussion points involve updates on centering student academics and experiences (Zearn Prizes, MLK Assembly) and strategic vision discussions regarding staff visioning and the winter assessment cycle. Governance items include a first reading of a new Board Policy on Visitors and a second reading and action item for Policy 601: Religion. Finance reports cover the monthly financials, cash flow review, revised budget approval, and 990 progress. The Administrative Report will address enrollment updates and the draft 2026-2027 Academic Calendar. The Parent Champions Report will cover community support and grade-level activities. Action items for the meeting include approval of the Agenda, Consent Agenda, Policies, and Financials.

The Board meeting agenda included recognition of virtue in action, confirmation of no conflicts of interest, and approval of the current meeting agenda. The consent agenda covered the November Regular Meeting Minutes, approval of Finance and Policy Committee Reports, and the Assessment Calendar for 2025-2026. Key discussions focused on centering student academics and experiences, specifically reviewing Spirit Week and end-of-December traditions, and analyzing ANet assessment results. Governance reports included updates on Board Training Calendar items and first readings of Board Policies, followed by second readings and action items for Policies 801 (Equal Access to School Facilities), 802 (Crisis Management), and 506 (Bullying). Financial matters involved the review of monthly financials, cash flow, current budget/investment reports, and approval to revise the working budget ADM to 180. The Administrative Report covered enrollment updates and MDE reporting, including the Annual Report FY25 and the CACR Long-Term Strategic Plan, with the FY25 Annual Report being approved.

The board meeting commenced with a roll call and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by recognition of the Give to the Max Champions. Key discussions included centering student academics and experiences, specifically addressing the Self-Efficacy Survey for Reading, the Veterans Day Assembly, and House Day/GTTM Events. Strategic vision topics involved a Groves Coaching Update and focus on Lesson Planning and Data Meetings, and Student Independence with Feedback. The Finance Report necessitated action for the approval of Monthly Financials & Cash Flow Review. The Academic Excellence Report covered Goals and Projects Update. Governance involved first readings of Board Policies 801 (Equal Access to School Facilities), 802 (Crisis Management), and 506 (Bullying), and the fourth reading and action item for Policy 604 (Library Materials). The Administrative Report addressed enrollment updates, MDE items including Annual Assurances and the STAR Report, and required action to approve the Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness Report. Furthermore, the board authorized the Chair and Executive Director to sign lease amendment #8 with Calvary Church following consultation with NEO.

The meeting included discussions and updates on student academics, strategic vision, finance, development initiatives, governance, administrative matters, and family engagement. The agenda covered topics such as ANet Interim Assessments, Latin updates, the annual audit presentation, monthly financials, budget and investment reports, lease matters, goals and projects updates, board policies, enrollment updates, family engagement strategies, and MDE compliance. The meeting also featured reports from Parent Champions, a legislative update, and a public comment session.