Motion to Approve
By: Arlene Colvin Seconded by: Nadine McDowell
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
| Name | Status | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlene Colvin | present chair | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Alyce Butler | present vice-chair | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Jena’ Bellezza | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Lisa Edwards | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Dana Gore | not present member | ||
| Katrina Hudson | not present member | ||
| Dakita Jones | not present member | ||
| Theodore McClendon | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Nadine McDowell | not present member | ||
| Charles Swanson | not present member | ||
| Arlene Pearson | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Arlene Pearson | not present member |
Motion to Approve
By: Arlene Colvin Seconded by: Nadine McDowell
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Motion to approve.
Motion to Approve
By: Theodore McClendon Seconded by: Jena’ Bellezza
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Mr. Thomas, Dean of Students gave the Administrative Update for GMC - West, noting that enrollment is at 142 students. 20 students have taken ISTEP Math, and 27 have taken ISTEP English. The Board discussed the ISTEP prep process.
Mr. McCullogh, Dean of Students, gave the Administrative Update for GMC - East., noting that enrollment is at 226 students. 42 students took the ISTEP math test, and 44 took ISTEP English. Results will be released in January.
Principal Anthony Cherry gave the Administrative Update for 21st Century, noting that 100% of students needing to retake the ISTEP test had participated.
Motion to Approve the Resolution, as presented
By: Jena’ Bellezza Seconded by: Arlene Pearson
The Board discussed the Resolution, with significant input and guidance from Jena’ Bellezza, who is part of the Governor's Task Force on the issue.
The Board discussed the need for a Board retreat. Arlene Colvin will offer dates in January to the Board. Suggested topics include a refresher on the history and vision of the school, and more time for Board members to visit and learn about each other's backgrounds.
Theodore McClendon suggested a Gifted program for Principal Cherry to review.
Ms. Schutter, a teacher at 21st Century, voiced concerns about expanding, and asked about plans for a school library.
Ms. Bland, a parent, noted that she felt the school had an excellent Board, commended them for their ongoing support, and said she had brought 7 students through the school.
A representative from the National Black Leadership Alliance shared with the Board that he had attended a sporting event at 21st Century and was concerned with the music that was playing, and asked the the Board consider a policy regarding the types of music that would be played at school events. He also offered resources for consideration, and the Board asked the attorney to look into it.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 11:32 am
Motion to adjourn
By: Alyce Butler Seconded by: Lisa Edwards
There was no notable discussion on the motion.