Adopt the agenda as presented.
By: Renee Glover Seconded by: Demetrius Patterson
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Centennial Academy
Governing Board
Regular Meeting - Monday August 28th, 2023 @5:30 PM
Meeting Minutes
Attendance Summary
| Name | Status | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Egbert Perry | present chair | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Renee Glover | present vice-chair | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Demetrius Patterson | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Walt Higgins | not present member | ||
| Howard Grant | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Christopher Burke | not present member | ||
| Maurice Baker | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Virginia Sheppard | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Chaundra Gipson | not present member | ||
| Allison Toller | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Rewa Berry | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Lizanne DeStefano | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Aquaria Smith | present secretary | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Derrick Gervin | not present member |
Welcome Call to Order
Chair Perry called the meeting to Order at 5:38 p.m.
Approval of Agenda & Previous Meeting Minutes
Quorom required to proceed with motion.
Adopt the July 24 and August 21 meeting minutes as presented.
By: Lizanne DeStefano Seconded by: Rewa Berry
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Public Comment
No Public Comments.
Governance Committee Report
Committee Berry reported that the Open Meeting Act requires all meetings, including committee meetings, to occur in person. She announced Board engagement dates and encouraged members to fulfill their annual donation goal.
Finance Committee Report
Mr. Pressas reported on the monthly YTD financials statements, and Chair Glover announced the Finance Committee will convene in person on the 3rd Wednesdays at 12 pm.
Academic Accountability Committee Report
Principal Hodges reported on the GMAS assessments and Committee Chair Patterson discussed the 2023-24 academic accountability goal target metrics and other benchmarks.
Head of School Report
Ms. Olowoyo, the Head of School, updated the Board on 2023-24 target goals related to Academic Excellence, such as Charter Renewal, GMAS assessments, TSI goals, Attendance, Professional Capacity, Community Partnership, Operations/Financial Sustainability, and Enrollment.
Grievances Reported as required per policy.
The Meeting was Adjourned
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:52 pm
Move to adjourn.
By: Rewa Berry Seconded by: Maurice Baker
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Chair's Remarks
Chair Perry remarked on the Charter Renewal Application for Centennial Academy and commended Centennial's Leadership Team. He discussed APS Charter Letter of Assurances and agreed to execute the document. Vice-Chair Glover commented on building a strong relationship with the APS Interim Superintendent and convening a small committee to invite the Superintendent to visit the school.