Jodi Jensen

This strategic plan for St. George Academy focuses on enhancing student academic performance and literacy development across core subjects. Key priorities include improving reading comprehension and Language Arts proficiency, increasing mathematics achievement, and boosting overall student success in academic areas such as Science, ELA, and CTE, alongside raising the graduation rate. The plan outlines specific goals for increasing student proficiency on standardized assessments and ACT scores, to be achieved through targeted interventions, specialized staffing, and strategic allocation of resources like technology and instructional materials.

The board meeting included updates from the director on faculty and staff changes, enrollment figures, and upcoming events. There were discussions on accreditation progress, financial reports, and budget reviews, including compliance with the Money Management Act. Committee reports covered academic excellence, finance, governance, and public relations, including a presentation of a new video for SGA and upcoming open house events. The board also discussed the LDS Church contract/acquisition and the possibility of having Dr. Arch's son assist with secretarial duties at board meetings.

This School Trust Lands Plan for St. George Academy outlines strategic initiatives for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to enhance academic excellence and student success. Key objectives include increasing student proficiency in Language Arts, particularly reading comprehension, by 5% through dedicated support; expanding Advanced Placement course enrollment and improving exam pass rates by 5% through instructor training and resource procurement; and boosting student achievement in Language Arts, Science, and Mathematics, along with the graduation rate, through targeted resource allocation for technology and instructional materials.

The St. George Academy's TSSA plan focuses on improving school performance and student academic achievement through strategies such as attracting and retaining effective teachers, reducing class sizes, building a data team to enhance instructional effectiveness, and maintaining faculty leadership opportunities. The plan aims to improve teacher retention and student outcomes in ELA and Math, enhance instructional practices, and provide advisors for academic organizations and scholarships.

The board meeting included updates on enrollment, recent and upcoming events such as the George Washington Academy Carnival, and a tour from Vista. A Memorandum of Understanding with Success Academy was discussed, allowing students to attend both institutions simultaneously with split funding. The UCAP was approved, and all goals for UCA and Utah Grants were met. The financial report provided an update on school finances. Committee reports covered academic excellence, finance and audit matters, governance, and public relations. Discussion items included the development of a band program and an athletic facility plan. A closed session was held to discuss the character or competence of an individual, real estate, or other approved topics.