Destine Preparatory Charter School

The 2024-25 Accountability Plan Progress Report for Destine Preparatory Charter School details the school's efforts to develop scholars in K-5th grade into future change-makers through rigorous academics, social and emotional learning, and affirmation of their identities. The plan focuses on English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, outlining curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development strategies. Key goals include improving student proficiency in ELA and Math, with specific measures for absolute, comparative, and growth outcomes. The report also summarizes the results of internal assessments and provides action plans for the 2025-26 school year to address areas needing improvement.

The board meeting included discussions on finalizing a response to a pending complaint, updates on new board member prospects, and the need for current board members to roll off. There was also discussion of updated policies and bylaws, finance committee updates regarding a new payment platform, and final payments from CSP/SUNY and to la Raza. The board discussed the June budget, leases, a HOS salary proposal, and a proposal for a new cleaning services company. The lottery results were shared. Lastly, the board discussed a Saturday Academy grant from the Brighter Choice Academy for 3rd grade.

The meeting included discussions and updates from various committees. The Fundraising Committee provided updates on the Blaze Pizza Fundraiser and the submission of a Letter of Interest to the Schenectady Foundation for a grant to support the Summer Enrichment Program and library. The Finance Committee reported on budget reviews due to decreased enrollment, upcoming expenses, and the status of the Line of Credit approval. Academic updates covered state testing progress, attendance rates, enrollment figures, and enrollment applications for the upcoming academic year. Facilities updates addressed cleaning/maintenance fees with Hamilton Hill and the progress of 2nd-floor construction, including wiring and IDF buildout. The board also discussed Chrisheena Hill's resignation and board recruitment for a member with education and realty/facilities experience. Lastly, the 2025-26 school calendar was voted on.

The board meeting included updates from the Fundraising Committee, such as the Schenectady Foundation Grant award of $10K for Summer Enrichment and ongoing research for grant lists for the 25-26 school year. Academics and Enrollment were discussed, noting 198 students enrolled at the end of the 24-25 school year, with goals for 270 students in 2025-26. The Finance Committee provided a budget for the 25-26 school year based on 255 students. Updates on facility construction and IT installation were also provided.

The meeting included updates from the Fundraising Committee, including the completion of the Blaze Pizza Fundraiser and the submission of a Letter of Interest for a Schenectady Foundation Grant. The Finance Committee discussed the April YTD budget, cash flow concerns, and budget preparation for the upcoming school year, with a target of 270 students. Academic updates covered enrollment figures and campaign efforts, including community canvassing and phone calls to families. Facility updates indicated that construction and IT installation on the 2nd floor are on track for completion in mid-late July, along with furniture delivery and setup.