to amend the agenda to add Recoverable Grant Award.
By: Charles Jones Seconded by: Altrenesha Ervin
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
SLAM ATLANTA
Governing Board
Regular Meeting - Tuesday October 17th, 2023 @6:30 PM
Meeting Minutes
Attendance Summary
| Name | Status | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altrenesha Ervin | present secretary | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Charles Jones | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Mamie Grimes | not present member | ||
| Karen Womack | present Non-voting Administration | On Time | At Adjournment |
Welcome and Call to Order
The meeting will be called to the order
Approval of the Agenda
So there is agreement between Board Members on the Agenda, and the amount of time spent o the meeting, the Board shall vote to approve an Agenda for the meeting. To the best of its ability, it will follow that Agenda, and allow for the Chair to move the Board through the Agenda as specified. ACTIONS: Approve the Agenda as submitted
Public Comment
Mr. Ragland discussed he would like more communication from the school.
Meeting Minutes Approval
Approval of the previous months Board Meeting Minutes
approve minutes from 8/23/23.
By: Charles Jones Seconded by: Altrenesha Ervin
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Monthly Financial Reports
Ana Martinez provided the board an update on the school financials. Academica is working on the school's audited financials for the deadline the end of the month.
Discussion and possible action on the SLAM Recoverable Grant
The board reviewed a reclassification of the SLAM Foundation loan to a recoverable grant from SLAM Foundation. Mr. Jones wanted clarification on the terms of the recoverable grant. Ana Martinez explained the repayment process.
to approve the reclassification of the recoverable grant.
By: Charles Jones Seconded by: Altrenesha Ervin
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Budget Report
Alina Chester provided the board with an update on a revised budget. The school will be receiving additional grants.
Superintendent's Update
Ms. Womack provided the board with an update that the monitoring upload was submitted. The school had a monitoring visit that needed to be rescheduled by the state in November. The school has an upcoming upload for financial monitoring. The school had author Nic Stone at the school yesterday and was a great event. The school is working on the renewal. The school is also continuing to work through CSI.
School Leader Report
Ms. Walker provided the board with an update that the school is at 195 students. She also provided the board with an academic and STAP update. She also provided an update on the MAPP projections and iReady results. Currently, students are stronger in math than ELA. She is thankful for the PTO and their support for the school. Trunk or Treat is coming up. Mr. Jones requested an update on the van search for athletics at the next meeting. Mr. Jones wanted to know what strategies are we providing teachers. Ms. Walker said Kelly from SLAM Foundation is helping provide small group and other strategies.
Discussion and possible action on Full Service Lease Amendment
approve amended lease on the condition that the rent schedule is updated, any items above $100,000 need two more quotes from the landlord, review of liability of SLAM Atlanta in the case of nonrenewal, and give the Board Chair the authority to execute based on review of school's attorney.
By: Altrenesha Ervin Seconded by: Charles Jones
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Federal Programs Update
Frankie Mestre provided the board with an update notifying the board that everyhting is on track with federal programs.
Academica Update
Frankie Mestre shared with the board that Academica is working and supporting the school with all upcoming deadlines along with working on the renewal documentation.
SLAM Foundation Update
Millies Sanchez provided an update on the programs and support SLAM Foundation is providing to help teachers and the scheduling of the school.
Announcements
Mr. Jones wanted to thank school staff, SLAM Foundation, and Academica for all their help.
The Meeting was Adjourned
The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:26 pm
Motion to adjourn
By: Altrenesha Ervin Seconded by: Charles Jones
There was no notable discussion on the motion.