Sammie Edwards

The meeting focused on the budget feedback and presentation for the upcoming fiscal year. Key discussion topics included the alignment of the budget with school strategic priorities, specifically targeting literacy and math improvements. The Principal outlined requested and approved funding for various positions, including a signature program coach, STEM lab teacher, behavior and attendance specialists, and a new bookkeeper role. Adjustments to staffing were reviewed, noting the removal of the band teacher and instructional technology specialist roles. The team also discussed strategies for supporting student attendance and managing wraparound services to foster a partnership with parents and the community.

The meeting included the appointment of interim officers, the election of new Go Team officers including a Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Cluster Representative, the filling of vacant Community member and Parent seats, the adoption of a public comment protocol, and the planning of the school year's meeting calendar.

The Go Team meeting focused on reviewing student performance data, specifically addressing MAP testing results for grades three through five and identifying learning gaps in math and reading. Discussion topics included developing support plans for students, utilizing instructional coaches, and preparing materials for the upcoming school year. Additional topics included upcoming testing schedules, recognition for documentation dedication, and an update regarding Go Team elections and required training for members.

The meeting focused on academic and operational objectives for Boyd Elementary School, specifically addressing the school's three-year strategic plan for literacy and numeracy performance, including goals for students with disabilities. The team discussed the primary focus of writing and strengthening professional learning communities. Attendance was identified as a critical barrier to instruction, with plans to implement wraparound services to address chronic absenteeism. Additionally, the team proceeded to fill vacant community member and parent seats on the Go Team through nominations and voting.

The Go Team reviewed the budget components and formally approved the final budget recommendation for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions also included the postponement of the Black History program, the distribution of the cluster annual report, updates on the call for Go Team candidacy, and the rescheduling of the final meeting for the school year.