Approve the agenda as submitted
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Bricolage Academy
Governing Board
Regular Meeting - Tuesday November 11th, 2025 @4:30 PM
Meeting Minutes
Attendance Summary
| Name | Status | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annie Phillips | present secretary | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Randy Philipson | present Treasurer | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Luann Dozier | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Libby Bain | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Brittney Waiters | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Meaghan McCormack | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Norman Barnum | present chair | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Arnel Cosey | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Merritt Lane | not present member | ||
| Tiffany Harvill | not present vice-chair | ||
| Stephen Jones | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
Welcome and Call to Order
The meeting will be called to the order, beginning with the pledge of allegiance.
Approval of Agenda
So that there is agreement between board members on the agenda, and the amount of time spent on the meeting, the board shall vote to approve an agenda for the meeting. To the best of its ability, it will follow that agenda, and allow for the chair to move the board through the agenda as specified.
Approve the agenda as submitted
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Adjourn Meeting
The Meeting was Adjourned
The meeting adjourned at approximately 12:13 pm
Motion to adjourn
By: Libby Bain Seconded by: Brittney Waiters
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Public Comment
Our Public Comment period is for members of the public to address the board. Each member of the public may sign up to comment at the meeting, and will be allotted two minutes. The board will listen, but may not directly respond to any comments. Our meetings are open to the public and public record. As such, if your comment is about a private matter, please contact the board via email, or speak to the board chair privately.
Mr. Sean Lorocca, a neighborhood resident, addressed the Board regarding community concerns.
Summary of Comments:
• Mr. Lorocca, who resides across the street from the gym, expressed concerns about dog waste near the school’s perimeter and suggested adding more visible waste stations, trash receptacles, and signage to encourage pet owners to clean up after their animals.
• He recommended distributing flyers to neighbors to improve communication between the school and surrounding community.
• Mr. La raised concerns about nighttime events at the school gym, noting noise disruptions impacting nearby residents. He requested limits on nighttime activities, ideally no later than 6:00 p.m., and advance notification to neighbors regarding afterhours events.
Executive Session
Union Negotiations: The Board entered Executive Session to receive a legal update from Adams & Reese LLP
regarding union grievance negotiations and collective bargaining matters.
Finance Report
Approval of CSS Stipends
Current cash position reflects 59 days of cash on hand (target: 45 days).
• Fund balance projected to end the fiscal year above the state minimum.
• Discussion on potential investment options for reserve funds in low-risk, liquid accounts.
• Continued monitoring of special education expenditures and other budget pressures.
Immigration Policy Review
The Board reviewed a proposed Immigration Response Protocol, developed in collaboration with
Adams & Reese LLP, outlining procedures for responding to ICE inquiries while protecting
student privacy and rights.
CEO Leader Report
The CEO reports on the status of the school.
Approval of Minutes from Sep 23, 2025
Approve the minutes as submitted
There was no notable discussion on the motion.