Netta Douglas

The board approved the SY25-26 Budget as drafted, following a motion and second. The vote was conducted via email, and the motion passed unanimously.

The executive session focused on the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, performance evaluation, compensation, discipline, demotion, removal, or resignation of personnel. The discussion included interviews with two candidates, scoring of the candidates, and a debrief to reach a decision.

The meeting included enrollment updates for East End and Brookland campuses, noting over-enrollment in elementary grades at Brookland. Discussions focused on staffing needs, particularly in lower and upper elementary, and plans to utilize additional space in the Brookland building. Negotiations with Building Pathways for facilities were approved. Updates were provided on the Apollo program, including contract negotiations and feedback from staff and families. Financial updates highlighted a projected net income higher than the approved budget and a discussion of cash on hand. Public comment addressed concerns about teacher turnover. The meeting concluded with an executive session to discuss personnel matters and training.

The meeting included leadership updates on special education staffing challenges, summer camp options for 2024, and a letter to DC regarding a student feeder pattern. Financial updates showed the school slightly behind budget. Construction progress and community outreach efforts were also discussed.

This executive session involved the orientation and debrief of consultants, interviews with two candidates, scoring of each candidate, a discussion and decision with a vote, and the adjournment of the meeting.