Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Jacqueline Smith’s organization
Sep 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lift For Life Academy Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed the new DESE A-F grading framework and its potential implementation. A contract for a Facilities Manager was approved, involving an exception regarding the hiring of a relative, as confirmed by Human Resources policy. Additionally, the committee reviewed the upcoming board survey distribution, finalized revisions to the September board agenda, discussed a potential board candidate, and noted the upcoming public release date for the Annual Performance Review.
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Lift For Life Academy Education Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed the focus for the upcoming academic year, including plans for classroom observations. Key updates were provided regarding the Elementary School Improvement Plan, covering attendance strategies, curriculum alignment, and teacher evaluation tools. The Deputy Director presented on Pre-K enrollment efforts, school climate and culture survey results, teacher certification updates, and the timeline for AI policy implementation. Additionally, the committee reviewed various education policy revisions and received a monitoring report from the Charter Liaison.
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lift For Life Academy Operations Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed the board self-assessment survey process, the performance evaluation process for classified staff, and reviewed August attendance data. Key updates included discussions on the committee dashboard revisions, preparations for the upcoming charter review process by SEMO, and a preview of future agenda items such as educator salary schedule drafts and staff retention reports.
Aug 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lift For Life Academy Education Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed the 2026-27 work focus, emphasizing attendance, teacher retention, and college readiness. The Deputy Director's report detailed school leadership roles, teacher training for the upcoming school year, and the implementation of a classroom observation feedback program. Discussions included the student handbook, which was recommended for legal review, and an overview of the special education program. The committee also covered the High School's improvement plan, including attendance and coaching strategies, and approved a revised policy regarding parent and family engagement.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
