DeKalb Preparatory Academy

DPA Development Committee

Regular Meeting - Wednesday July 15th, 2026 @10:00 AM

Meeting Minutes

Attendance Summary

Name Status Arrival Time Departure Time
Ms. KathyAnn Young present chair On Time At Adjournment
Mr. Malcom Brown present member On Time At Adjournment
Mr. Wayne Dennis present member On Time At Adjournment
Ms. Angela Rodgers not present member
Ms. Evelyn Guyton present member On Time At Adjournment
Dr. Brian Merritt present Parliamentarian On Time At Adjournment
Robert Whigham present member On Time At Adjournment

Call to order

Meeting was called to order and quorum ascertained at 9:21 a.m.

Approve Agenda

Motion to approve the agenda

By: Mr. Malcom Brown Seconded by: Mr. Wayne Dennis

There was no notable discussion on the motion.

Approve Mins

Motion to approve the minutes as submitted

By: Dr. Brian Merritt Seconded by: Mr. Wayne Dennis

There was no notable discussion on the motion.

Board Actions

No board actions were presented for approval.

Other Business

Dr. Merritt reported on a partnership discussion with Edge Solutions regarding a marketing campaign and potential collaboration, including support for teacher initiatives. Mr. Brown updated on meetings with regional Cub Scouts recruiters and plans for a Girl Scouts partnership, along with an upcoming "meet the admin team" event before the back-to-school bash on July 25th. Mr. Dennis mentioned ongoing efforts to secure a gym partnership for gym renovations. There was also discussion about securing a new building. Mr. Dennis also mentioined HVAC system upgrades, which could cost between $84,000 to $100,000.

The Meeting was Adjourned

The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:44 am

Motion to adjourn

By: Mr. Malcom Brown Seconded by: Mr. Wayne Dennis

There was no notable discussion on the motion.