Approve the agenda as submitted
By: Charles Stallworth Seconded by: Courtney Turner
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Independence Preparatory Academy
Governing Board
Regular Meeting - Tuesday November 26th, 2024 @6:00 PM
Meeting Minutes
Attendance Summary
| Name | Status | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashlee Taylor | present secretary | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Shaneeka Phillips | present Treasurer | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Jennifer Underwood | not present member | ||
| Courtney Turner | present chair | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Charles Stallworth | present vice-chair | On Time | At Adjournment |
Recording of Attendance and Guests
The Board Secretary takes attendance and records the names of guests. Based on attendance, the Board Secretary states if there is a quorum present.
Welcome and Call to Order
The Board Chair calls the meeting to order, welcomes board members, guests, and the public, and recites Independence Preparatory Academy's mission and vision.
Approval of Meeting Agenda
The BOD agrees on the agenda and the amount of time spent on the meeting, and it shall vote to approve an agenda for the meeting. To the best of its ability, it will follow that agenda and allow the chair to move the board through it as specified.
Approval of Minutes from Oct 19, 2024 Meeting
The BOD considers the minutes of the previous meeting and recommends approving them as is or with revisions.
Approve the minutes as submitted
By: Courtney Turner Seconded by: Charles Stallworth
No notable discussion
Opportunity for Public Comment
Our Public Comment period is for members of the public to address the board. Each member of the public may sign up to comment at the meeting, and will be allotted two minutes. The board will listen, but may not directly respond to any comments. Our meetings are open to the public and public record. As such, if your comment is about a private matter, please contact the board via email, or speak to the board chair privately.
Approval of New Board Members
The BOD will approve the new board member nominees presented by the Governance Committee.
Approve Ashlee Taylor as a new Board Director.
By: Charles Stallworth Seconded by: Courtney Turner
Ashlee Taylor introduced herself to the remaining board members after spending the past month learning more about the board and iPrep through conversations with the Founder and the Board Vice Chair, Courtney Turner.
Approve Shaneeka Phillips as a new Board Director.
By: Charles Stallworth Seconded by: Courtney Turner
Shaneeka Phillips introduced herself to the board after
Approval of Board Officers
The BOD will approve the slate of officers presented by the Governance Committee.
Approve Courtney Turner as Board Chair for a one-year term.
By: Charles Stallworth Seconded by: Ashlee Taylor
No notable discussion.
Approve Charles Stallworth as Board Vice Chair for a one-year term.
By: Courtney Turner Seconded by: Ashlee Taylor
No notable discussion.
Approve Ashlee Taylor as Board Secretary for a one-year term.
By: Courtney Turner Seconded by: Charles Stallworth
No notable discussion!
Approve Shaneeka Phillips as Board Treasurer for a one-year term.
By: Courtney Turner Seconded by: Ashlee Taylor
No notable discussion.
Approval of Committee Members
The BOD will approve the committee appointments presented by the Governance Committee.
Approve Ashlee Taylor as Chair of the Governance Committee.
By: Courtney Turner Seconded by: Shaneeka Phillips
Discussed having training with Founder at a late date.
Approve Shaneeka Phillips as Chair of the Finance Committee.
By: Charles Stallworth Seconded by: Courtney Turner
No notable discussion.
Approve Courtney Turner as a member of the Finance Committee.
By: Charles Stallworth Seconded by: Ashlee Taylor
No notable discussion.
Approve Jennifer Underwood as Chair of the Academic Committee.
By: Courtney Turner Seconded by: Charles Stallworth
No notable discussion.
Approve Charles Stallworth as a member of the Academic Committee.
By: Charles Stallworth Seconded by: Ashlee Taylor
No notable discussion.
Approval of Annual Board Calendar
The BOD approves the updated annual Board calendar.
Approve the annual board calendar.
By: Charles Stallworth Seconded by: Ashlee Taylor
No notable discussion.
Executive Director Report
The Executive Director will provide enrollment, facilities, and school finance updates.
Approve amended budget for 2024-2025 operating year.
By: Charles Stallworth Seconded by: Ashlee Taylor
Dr. Sales explained the changes from current approved budget to amended one - reducing staff and adding capacity to consultant line item.
Approve CSP Bridge Loan application
Board decided to table this motion.
The Meeting was Adjourned
The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:04 pm
Motion to adjourn
By: Ashlee Taylor Seconded by: Charles Stallworth
There was no notable discussion on the motion.