James Lamrouex

This document presents the academic calendar for SEED PCS of Washington, D.C. for the 2024-2025 school year, detailing key operational dates and events such as new scholar orientation, professional development, holidays, student move-in periods, examination schedules, credit recovery sessions, and board meetings, which together outline the structured schedule for the academic period.

The meeting included a high-level overview of the priorities for the 2024-2025 school year, emphasizing scholar experience. Key discussion points focused on the four priorities: improving student outcomes (including math and literacy growth strategies such as increased staffing, use of the IXL platform, and professional development with UnboundEd); strengthening school culture and climate through staff training and increasing student voice; ensuring organizational sustainability via campus enhancements like gym renovation and planning for HVAC installation and a comprehensive facility study; and meeting compliance standards, which included achieving the enrollment goal. The Finance Committee Report covered the year-end financial statements for June 30, 2024, noting slightly higher revenue than budgeted but overall expenses over budget due to utilities and security costs, resulting in a slight overall loss. Discussions also covered student retention, orientation programs, and the initial results of the September MAP assessment, which will be presented in detail later. The meeting concluded with moving into a closed executive session to discuss a notice of concern from DC PCSB.

The meeting focused on school updates, student life achievements, compliance matters, and financial reports. School updates detailed the value of network success measures (NSM) and highlighted MAP outcomes, noting SEED PCS led the network in math growth percentiles. Student life discussions covered the success of The Falcon Theater, strong athletic seasons for both boys' and girls' basketball, and updates on strengthening partnerships like the Bison Bridges Mentorship Program and the Cinderella Foundation. Compliance updates included revising the Disciplinary Policy following feedback from the DC PCSB, completion of mandatory OSSE training by leadership, progress on the Quality Site Review (QSR), and submission of discipline data. The financial report indicated overall results were behind budget due to increased occupancy costs, though the school's overall financial position remains strong. The board also approved a conflicting interest contract after the involved member recused herself. An operations update covered a fire incident on December 23, 2024, which caused water damage, noting repairs are underway and an insurance claim has been filed. The meeting concluded with an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

The meeting began with the adoption of the agenda and included discussions surrounding the Q4 FY25 Financial Report. The Chief Financial Officer presented preliminary financials as of June 30, 2025, noting significant changes in cash/cash equivalents due to investments in property and equipment for security system upgrades, HVAC upgrades, apartment renovations, and gym renovations. The financial discussion highlighted a $1.9 million net income difference, primarily driven by approximately $1 million in depreciation, resulting in an operating loss for the year. Overages in expenses were noted across various categories. The Board discussed necessary operational controls and scheduling a follow-up Finance Committee meeting. Enrollment figures were reviewed, indicating fewer students overall and more Special Education students than budgeted, which necessitates examining potential staff reductions to offset revenue loss. The Board also moved into an Executive Session to consult with an attorney for legal advice.

The meeting began with the unanimous adoption of the updated agenda. The board welcomed Jon Tucker as the newest member of the SEED DC Board of Directors. Key discussions included the Quarter 1 Financial Report for FY26, which indicated a strong financial position with total current assets of approximately $9.1 million, though enrollment stands significantly under budget at 170 students against a projection of 250. Expenses are slightly under budget overall, despite minor increases in security and instructional materials costs. An academic update detailed Fall MAP assessment results, showing performance gains in mathematics (rising from the 19th to the 32nd percentile year-over-year) and English Language Arts (rising from the 28th to the 41st percentile). The board discussed strategies for continued growth and recommended a longitudinal review of student progress. The board subsequently entered a closed Executive Session to obtain legal advice and discuss personnel matters, returning without reportable items. The session concluded with a unanimous vote authorizing the Finance Committee to finalize the revised budget.