Tamara Smith

The board meeting addressed several key areas including accountability, finance, and new business. Discussions covered internal and external events, enrollment trends, development and fundraising efforts, teacher retention, and alumni updates. The board approved recruiting for the 2022-2023 academic year. Financial discussions included a review of February's financial statements and potential realignments of federal pandemic relief funds. Capital projects for the Hackett Boulevard building were also discussed, including a new PA system, parking lot grading, and new signage. The need for an additional board member was noted.

The board discussed enrollment, attendance reconciliation, and community outreach efforts to enhance programming, including cultivated partnerships with organizations such as Red Book, Boys and Girls Club, St Anns, and St Catherines. Fundraising efforts were discussed, including a donation from Cap Com for smart boards. The board also discussed teacher retention, accountability measures, college planning, and alumni engagement. The board approved the presented organizational chart with two new positions. The financial dashboard was reviewed, focusing on expenses related to facilities and operations, particularly the installation of modular classrooms. The board discussed the RFP responses and the middle school expansion. A request was made for new board members and committee chairs.

The board meeting included discussions on the Principal's Report, covering end-of-year activities and academic results, student recruitment, development, summer school, and plans for the upcoming 2020-21 school year. The board reviewed proposed options for academic scheduling, focusing on synchronous learning and contingency plans for remote transitions, as well as addressing students' social-emotional needs and family engagement. The June financial dashboard and statements were presented, with attention to projecting needs for PPE, facility modifications for social distancing, and student accommodations. The board also discussed the submission of reopening plans to the State Education Department and authorized the acquisition of smart boards to support synchronous learning.

The board meeting included a review and discussion of the Accountability Committee meeting, covering enrollment through December, average daily attendance rates, POP results, and goals for the upcoming months. The Finance Committee presented the December Financial Dashboard and financial statements, discussing revenues and expenses. There was also a discussion about budget development for the 2023-2024 school year and an update on the Office of State Comptroller quality audit. Updates were provided on the independent audit and single audits being conducted by EFPR. The board also discussed personnel matters in an executive session.

This document outlines the Albany Leadership Charter School for Girls' 9-12 Comprehensive School Counseling Program and Guidance Plan. The plan is designed to promote College and Career Readiness by preparing graduates for successful postsecondary transitions. It employs the ASCA National Model, focusing on four key components: DEFINE (beliefs and mission, standards), MANAGE (organizational processes and tools), DELIVER (direct and indirect student services), and ASSESS (program effectiveness and accountability). The program aims to meet diverse student needs, instill core values like leadership and resilience, and support students' academic, social/emotional, and career development to foster success in college and careers.