Teresa Alfuth

The meeting commenced with a Mission Moment presentation by Middle School students on campus goals and achievements. Key discussions included the formal adoption of the ASPIRE framework goals set by the Public Charter School Board, which was unanimously approved. Campus updates detailed Lower School piloting the DIBELS assessment, Middle School growth reflected by increased phonics interventions, and High School achieving Level 2 (Strong) under ASPIRE, including three students receiving Posse Scholarships and launching an IT apprenticeship pilot. The Chief Academic Officer presented on the academic roadmap focusing on instructional coaching. Operationally, the Board accepted the clean audit report for the 2025 fiscal year, noted the opening of the new playground, and reviewed upcoming major renovation phases slated for the summer, including HVAC replacement. The Development segment focused on upcoming fundraising events, including a friendraiser and the primary event, "Soul Soiree," with emphasis placed on 100% board participation for grant applications. The Board adjourned to Executive Session to discuss personnel matters before returning to open session to adjourn the meeting.

The Capital City Public Charter School Board meeting included a presentation by Lower School students on their Spanish Heritage Month experience. The board approved the consent agenda, which included the Annual Report 2024-2025, Development Dashboard, Development Cover, Q1 Supplemental Report, and Q1 Financial Presentation. The School Performance Committee shared data from beginning-of-year benchmark assessments and updated the Board on progress monitoring implementation. Principals presented their visions and goals for continued improvement, focusing on instructional foci based on the previous year's data. The Head of School presented the alignment of priorities for the year, including Accountability, Crew & Excellence (ACE), PDCSE, and EL Education, along with strategic goals for Math, Literacy, and Supporting All Students. Facilities and Finance updates were provided, including completed renovations, upcoming projects, and the funding and financing strategy for the improvement plan, including a potential OSSE loan. The board approved the Facilities and Finance budget request.

The Board Retreat included an executive session for board member training and development. The trustees voted to return to the general meeting and subsequently adjourned, with no new business discussed.

The Capital City Public Charter School Board meeting included a presentation by high school students about their internship program. The board discussed the FY25 Development Revenue Summary, contracts, and the Final CBA. A data overview and discussion of the 2025 DC CAPE data were presented, along with the SY25-26 School Priorities. Updates were provided on year-end financials for fiscal year 2025, enrollment challenges, and facility projects, including restroom completions and a new playground. The Board Commitment form was updated, and the Trustee Agreement and Conflict of Interest Policy were reviewed. The board adjourned to and returned from an executive session to discuss personally identifiable information of students.

The meeting included a mission moment where Capital City Seniors shared about their senior expedition. Public comment was received from individuals regarding collective bargaining. The board discussed and approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda, which included the Finance Committee Minutes, Q3 Financial Report, School Performance Committee Notes, Development Committee Update, Development Dashboard, Governance Committee Minutes, Contracts over $25,000 Approved Since March Meeting, New Contracts to approve for SY25-26, and the Head of School Report. The FY25 budget presentation highlighted a net income of $342K and included a $250K contingency. The board also discussed the SY25-26 board slate, noting one opening and the need to replace two trustee positions. An executive session was held to discuss a personnel matter.