Sarah Lewis

The board meeting primarily consisted of an executive session dedicated to governance matters. The leadership team provided information and addressed questions regarding stakeholder and personnel experiences, mission-related topics, and operational data.

The board discussed the state of the school, including instructional and enrollment updates with a focus on chronic absenteeism and truancy. Staffing retention goals and the school's certification as a Great Place to Work were noted, along with preparations for an upcoming 20-year review. The finance committee reported on the school's financial standing, strategies for sustaining operations amidst budget cuts, potential contingency plans, and ongoing grant applications. Governance topics included board membership, planning for a June retreat, and coordination for Teacher Appreciation Week activities.

The board meeting included a review of the state of the school, covering updates on EOY testing results, enrollment progress, and recruitment status for leadership and staff roles. The finance committee reported on the school's current financial position, discussed conservative budgeting strategies in response to funding uncertainties, and reviewed a proposal to enhance fundraising efforts.

The board discussed the upcoming Winter MAP testing and an adjusted growth plan for the 2026-2027 school year. Key finance updates included a review of November financials and the successful completion of an audit. The governance session covered the welcoming of a new parent board member and the scheduling of votes on board member terms.

This document outlines Achievement Prep's Title I Schoolwide Plan, a multi-year roadmap designed to improve academic achievement, specifically for students who are failing or at-risk of failing to meet state academic standards. The plan sets two primary academic goals: to achieve 60% proficiency for K-2 scholars in reading and math on the NWEA MAP assessment, and 60% proficiency for 3rd-5th grade scholars in math and reading on the DC CAPE assessment. It emphasizes strategies such as daily small group and individualized instruction, increased staffing to reduce student-teacher ratios, and ongoing professional development for educators. The plan's development involved a comprehensive needs assessment with broad stakeholder input, focusing on key organizational pillars including mission, governance, finance, facilities, educational program, and student services. It aims to foster continuous improvement by strategically addressing identified student needs and enhancing instructional practices.