Welcome and Call to Order

The meeting was called to order at 10:06 a.m. by Committee Chair, Bridget Robinson.

Approval of Agenda

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Action Items

SPED Update

The team discussed how they had modified the master schedule to align with external expectations, despite some challenges with internet connectivity and testing protocols. They also reviewed progress monitoring procedures for special education students, noting that these reports would now be sent home alongside regular progress reports.

Testing Updates

The group addressed concerns about MAP testing, acknowledging that while the administration of tests was not ideal due to technical issues, they had implemented workarounds to ensure data collection within the tight testing window.

Staffing Updates

The committee discussed the hiring of a new school counselor at a salary of $93,007, which requires adjusting the current counselor's salary to align with the new scale. Dr. Bostic explained that only the counselor and social worker positions need salary scale adjustments, as they were previously calculated without the additional days. The group reviewed proposed salary scales for various positions, including 11-month and 12-month certified employees, and confirmed that no other current employees would require salary changes under the new system.

The governance committee discussed salary scales for certified positions, with concerns raised about proper approval processes and incomplete information presented to finance. They decided to table the salary scales until finance has reviewed them in their entirety.

The board approved the hiring of Shanice White as a school counselor for $93,007, including salary and benefits. They also approved the hiring of Kasita McCloud as an instructional coach for $96,642.72.

The board noted that the salary calculations for both hires were based on current practices and did not require approval of the proposed salary scales, which were still pending finance review.

The board discussed hiring two special education teachers: Gibson Manomano and Jamal Majette. They approved Mr. Manomano's hiring at a salary of $81,870.78, including benefits.

Mr. Majette, who has a master's degree in Psychology and has been working as a co-teacher, is being brought before the committee for re-consideration. Dr. Merritt requested special consideration for hiring, noting his impressive performance and potential. They mentioned he is eligible for certification and has completed necessary paperwork.The committee discussed and approved the hiring of Jamal Majette as a special education teacher at a total cost of $66,118.45, which includes salary and benefits. The decision was based on his performance while substituting and working in the building, as well as his commitment to the role despite not yet having full certification. The approval brings the district one step closer to addressing its special education teacher vacancies, though additional funding will be needed to hire the final required teacher.

Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)

The committee also reviewed a Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) policy required for E-rate funding, though they noted it needs legal review before implementation.

Other Items

The board retreat is scheduled for September 27, 2025.

The board action for the AVC Studio has to be presented to Finance prior to Governance.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Meeting was Adjourned

The meeting adjourned at approximately 1:01 pm