DeKalb Preparatory Academy

Governance Committee

Regular Meeting - Wednesday July 15th, 2026 @9:00 AM

Meeting Minutes

Attendance Summary

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

Welcome

The meeting was called to order and a quorum ascertained.

Approval of Agenda

Motion to approve the agenda

By: Dr. Brian Merritt Seconded by: Mr. Malcom Brown

There was no notable discussion on the motion.

Approve mins from last meeting

Motion to approve the minutes from the previous month.

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

There was no notable discussion on the motion.

Board Actions

While no board actions were presented for approval. There was discussion regarding the anticipated completion of hiring teachers and completing board action forms. Dr. Merritt mentioned that after finalizing all new hire documentation, the only position that would still be vacant is the nurse position.

Other Business

The team discussed a sensitive kindergarten special education case involving behavior issues and service requirements.

Ms. Young reiterated that all board actions should be presented to the committee members in a timely manner. A potential consequence for non-compliance may be the cancellation of meetings.

The Meeting was Adjourned

The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:21 am

Motion to adjourn

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

There was no notable discussion on the motion.