Neighborhood Charter Schools Minutes Of The Meeting Of The Board Trustees
Key discussions included the approval of a new external office lease for network personnel at 31 West 125th Street, which is planned for a two-year term with an extension option. The Board also unanimously approved retaining Patrick B. Jenkins & Associates to work on memorializing and increasing per pupil funding for students in the ASD Program. Furthermore, the retention of Edgility for $83,000 was approved to conduct searches for the Chief Academic and Schools Officer (CASO) and Founding High School Principal positions. The status of Charter Expansion applications was reviewed, noting a public hearing must be scheduled by February 23, 2026. Operational updates included the identification of a new Student Information System intended for SY27-28 implementation and updates on enrollment, staff professional development, and the rescheduling of the Charter School Advocacy Day. The Finance Update confirmed the completion of Form 990 for FY25 and the commencement of SY26-27 budget planning.