Lorna Hassel

The meeting included updates on the Reauthorization process, with final decisions expected on or before February 1, 2025. Principal reports covered staff and student attendance data for September and October 2025. Key new business items included an update on NJRevolution Activities related to the 250th Birthday of the United States, and the unanimous approval of both the Mentoring Plan and the Professional Development Plan. The Board also discussed HIB Grades, reviewed the state-mandated Emergency Virtual or Remote Instruction Program Plan, which was subsequently approved, and received updates on School Security, NJSLA comparisons, and Legislative matters. Financials, including the October and November Bills Lists, were presented and approved.

This informational presentation outlines the establishment and purpose of the Ocean Academy Charter School (OACS) Special Education Parent Advocacy Group (SEPAG), known as SAIL (Support & Advocacy for Inclusive Learning). It details the group's roles, responsibilities, and broad goals, and initiates the development of a guiding mission statement. The presentation clarifies what SEPAG is (a state-mandated, parent-driven group providing input on system-level special education challenges) and what it is not (an individual advocacy group), identifies target attendees (parents/guardians of students with disabilities), and provides meeting logistics. The overarching aim is to foster a supportive community and collaboration between families and school staff to strengthen inclusive learning and student success.

This Grade 2 English as a Second Language (ESL) Curriculum for Ocean Academy Charter School is designed to develop English language proficiency and academic content access for Multilingual Learners, aligning with WIDA ELD Standards. It covers four main units: Communities and the U.S.A.; Surviving Together (Animal adaptations, needs, partnerships and cooperation); Water & Changing Nature (Weather and Seasons); and Good Citizenship & Cooperation. The curriculum aims to foster language growth and prepare students for success in the mainstream classroom environment.

The Educational Plan for Ocean Academy Charter School outlines a mission to provide elementary students with a rigorous, student-centered curriculum in a safe, nurturing environment to ensure academic success, particularly for English Language Learners and Title 1 students. It emphasizes a philosophy of high-quality education and individualized learning through Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and multisensory instruction (VAKT). Key components include extended instructional time, continuous assessment, collaborative professional development, and strong parent and community engagement to foster academic growth and a positive school culture.

This document outlines a detailed start-up plan for Ocean Academy Charter School covering the period from September 2016 to June 2017. The plan encompasses key activities such as forming the Board of Trustees, recruiting a School Leader and staff, developing comprehensive school policies and procedures, managing financial operations, securing facilities, and implementing student recruitment and enrollment strategies, all culminating in the school's opening by September 2017.