State Specialty Schools I- Dubois Integrity Academy

The meeting included a financial update regarding the 2025-2026 budget, State Charter School Commission (SCSC) reimbursements, and financial performance indicators. Leadership reports covered academic performance, CCRPI scores, school accreditation efforts, and extracurricular activities, including sports achievements, the Science Olympiad, and STEM initiatives. Additionally, the board reviewed the FY2024 Comprehensive Framework Score and operational requirements, and addressed inquiries regarding website compliance with SCSC requirements.

Key discussions included a special recognition for the Director of Human Resources and Federal Programs. The financial report addressed efforts to manage the deficit and anticipated reimbursement from Grow Charter. School leadership provided updates on CCRPI and MAP data, noting marked improvement but acknowledging further work is needed. Plans for Parent Engagement on February 7th involve breakout sessions and considering Saturday school options. The K-8 update covered the midway point of winter sports, scheduling Homecoming for February 7th, partnerships for the soccer program, and recent band/cheerleader performances. Old business focused on the ongoing initiative to build a new, state-of-the-art facility, with the ultimate goal of having a dedicated gym for each campus.

The meeting included a special recognition of a school data analysis expert. The 2025 audit report was presented, highlighting 11 years without any findings, and its approval was secured. School security measures, including police presence, camera systems, and active shooter drills, were reviewed. Academic and student achievement data were compared over two years. Updates were provided on the installation of a new voice-over-Internet-Phone system and ongoing Cognia accreditation. The fall sports season was reviewed, and the introduction of extracurricular activities at the elementary level was discussed. An amendment to the 25-26 calendar was approved, and details about the upcoming "10 plus 1" 11-year Gala Celebration and School Holiday Program were shared.

Key discussions included the history of the academy, focusing on the 10 + 1 year Gala. The financial report addressed a reduction in enrollment, potential QBE revenue loss, and plans to close the gap through fundraising and employee retention credits, noting a dip in the cash balance in November. School safety measures, including weekly reviews, a fire drill, and an upcoming active shooter drill in January, were reviewed. The academic report highlighted growth in readiness scores for both elementary and middle schools across core subjects, attendance, and reading ability. Operational plans involved winterizing buildings and continuing strategic planning for growth. Public comments recognized Hispanic Heritage Month and Red Ribbon Week. Updates included various student activities such as a house challenge culminating in a basketball game trip, a Thanksgiving luncheon, and participation in the Riverdale parade and tree lighting in December.

The meeting commenced with a recap of the 11 Year Gala. The financial report highlighted ongoing efforts to reduce the budget and increase fundraising revenue in response to a reduction in the FY25 student count. Key discussions under school leadership reports included the FY26 budget analysis and action plan, academic goals for the second semester, an update on the middle school Connections wing timeline, and updates on elementary and middle school student activities such as sports, the Holiday Program, and the Beta-Club.