Meeting Minutes
Board Meeting Minutes for Dixie Montessori Academy
Board Meeting Minutes for Dixie Montessori Academy
Agenda Item | Presenter | Questions to answer | Time |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair Haendiges | Board Members in Attendance on Zoom: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb
Others in Attendance On Zoom:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Nate Adams, Marie Steffensen, William Evans |
5:05 |
Approve Minutes From Previous Meeting | Chair Haendiges | Motion: Jessi Cox motions to approve the minutes from October.
Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb |
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Director’s Report | Director Bergeron | 1. Covid Updates: We are doing really well and currently have no staff/faculty out due to Covid. We are continuing to take all precautions and follow all procedures.
2. Faculty Changes: Mr. Burnes has retired and we have hired Mariah Heaton for the SPED team. 3. Academics: We are currently administering middle of year assessments in math and reading. Mrs. Bergeron will have each teacher formally evaluated with an observation before Christmas. 4. Grants: All grant applications are up to date and turned into the state. 5. SPED: The SPED department passed their compliance visit with USBE and had no corrections. They continue to consult and receive Professional Learning from Jennifer Slade. 6. Mrs. Bergeron will be putting together a wellness room this weekend. The room will be used as a SPED room for sensory and refocusing for students. |
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Financial Report | Nate Adams
Red Apple |
Currently tracking grants and as of now the PPE and Coronavirus Relief Grant extra funds need to be used by January 1st.
The school is currently operating in the black with 15,000. |
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Closed Session | Chair Haendiges | Motion: Jim Haendiges motions to enter closed session for discussion of Mental Health of an individual.
Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye by Roll Call: Ana Eldrige, Nancy Glover, Jessi Cox, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Roy Johnson No Action Items from Closed Session |
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Discussion Items | Jessi Cox | Policy review of current Suspension Policy and communication with parents and complaint process.
Conflict of Interest Policy: drafting a new policy on how to handle this better and resolution. |
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Action Items | Chair Haendiges | Motion: Jessi Cox motions to vote on time and Effort Title 1 Policy.
Rachel Webb Seconds Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges. Policy Passes Motion: Jessi Cox motions to vote on Maintenance and Effort Policy. Rachel Webb Seconds Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges. |
6:00 |
Strategic Plan | Marie Steffensen & William Evans | SWOT analysis and Strategic Planning | |
Adjournment | Chair Haendiges | Motion: Rachel Webb motions to adjourn.
Ana Eldridge Seconds. Aye: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges. |
7:25 |
Next Board Meeting | Chair Haendiges | January 14th, 2021 |
Audio Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C4CxMdVVjuaaK3vUmB-nO4MlPOP6zrXY/view?usp=sharing
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Agenda Item | Presenter | Questions to answer | Time |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair Haendiges | Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb
Others in Attendance:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Nate Adams, Heather King |
5:00 |
Approve Minutes From Previous Meeting | Secretary Glover | Motion: Jessi Cox motions to approve minutes from September.
Rachel Webb Seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb |
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Director’s Report | Director Bergeron | Covid Updates: There are no positive Coivd cases at the school. The state released new guidelines for a modified quarantine protocol. USBE released 2 new grants for PPE and Coronavirus supplies that we will be applying for. We will be using the funds to cover expenditures on child-sized masks, gloves cleaning supplies and copies for take-home packets for distance learners. We are reiterating safety procedures and expectations each week with our students when they arrive on Monday mornings. Kinsa Fluency App is available to all families. It is a free thermometer and app for health updates about the school.
Academics Update: Students and teachers are loving having an activity each day (music, art, PE, library and computer). All of our online programs and assessments are fully set-up and functioning. Teachers will be receiving 3 hours of Professional Learning on Specialized Instruction from Jennifer Slade (Former USBE UPIPS Coordinator). Events: Scarecrow Walk- Mrs. Poole and Mrs. Bain created an awesome scarecrow that won 2nd place at the Red Hills Desert Garden. Multi-cultural market due to Covid each class will be celebrating this within their own classrooms on October 30th. Veteran’s Day program will be cancelled due to Covid. Instead we plan to make letters/art for Veterans and deliver them. |
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Financial Report | Nate Adams
Red Apple |
The budget has an extra $63,000 restricted funds earmarked for Special Ed. There is a $20,00 budget shortfall in the overall budget. After consideration, we plan on moving non-restricted funds teachers to a restricted funds position (SPED) to free up the non-restricted funds to improve the bottom line. | |
Committee Reports | Policy:Electronic Meeting Policy
Campus Management: kindergarten playground upgrade will be put on hold. No news on awnings. Fundraiser Night at Zupas November 10th. The Thermostat has been replaced and kitchen Freezer part has been ordered. |
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Action Items | Chair Haendiges | Motion: Jessi Cox motions to approve Electronic Meeting Policy.
Ana Eldridge seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Aye by Roll Call: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges. |
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Adjournment | Chair | Rachel Webb motions we adjourn.
Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye by Roll Call: Nancy Glover. Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Jim Haendiges. |
6:25 |
Audio Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ANOgajiY4Jx-0obRi4_b3tvjlqxuvJFQ/view?usp=sharing
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Agenda Item | Presenter | Questions to answer | Time |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair Haendiges | Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb
Others in Attendance:Director Chelsea Bergerons, Nate Adams, Heather King, Amber Bain |
5:05 |
Approve Minutes From Previous Meeting | Secretary Glover | Motion: Jim Haendiges motions to approve the minutes for the month of August..
Rachel Webb Seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb |
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Director’s Report | Director Bergeron | The school has exited turnaround.
All Kindergartners have been given the KEEP assessment and started Acadience. The school now has access to iReady and Aimsweb. Students are loving the activity classes (art, music, library & PE). Director Bergeron has completed the first rounds of teacher observations and all teachers have received her feedback. Students are doing great with their masks and there are no positive cases of Covid so far. Partnered with Zupas for some Fundraising night to raise money to increase the amount of recess supplies available. Continuing to raise the level of academic rigor in the classrooms. In need of developing a new strategic plan to sse the school into the future. The school received 2 hand sanitizer stations and refills from the state. The custodians are doing an excellent job of keeping the building clean and disinfected.. |
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Financial Report | Nate Adams
Red Apple |
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Committee Reports | |||
Action Items | Chair Haendiges | Motion: Jim Haendiges motion to accept the LEA specific licensing policy into the board policy manual.
Rachel Webb seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Motion: Jim Haendiges motions to approve Emily Reed for the LEA specific licensing application. Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Motion: Jessi motions to vote on the board policy manual revision. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb Motion: Jim Haendiges motions to accept Early Literacy Grant Revision. Rachel Webb seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb |
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Adjournment | Chair | Rachel Webb motions we adjourn.
Anna Eldridge Seconds Aye by Roll Call: Rachel Webb, Jessi Cox, Ana Eldridge, Nancy Glover, Jim Haendiges, Joleen Rowley, Roy Johnson. |
6:05 |
Audio Link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/13i-AA7rpVBcmLmJCsbQzAfiuXYPcGHsv/view?usp=sharing
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Agenda Item | Presenter | Questions to answer | Time |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair Haendiges | Board Members in Attendance on Zoom: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover,, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb
Absent: Ana Eldridge Others in Attendance on Zoom:Director Chelsea Bergeron, |
5:15 |
Committee Report | Joleen Rowley | The Curriculum Committee reported on the Early Literacy Plan that Director Bergeron presented to the board. | |
Action Items | Chair Haendiges | Motion: Rachel Webb motions to accept Early Literacy Plan and approve it as presented to the board.
Joleen Rowley seconds Aye by Roll Call: Nancy Glover, Joleen Rowely, Roy Johnson, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges |
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Adjournment | Chair | Motion: Jessi Cox motions to adjourn the meeting
Rachel Webb Seconds Aye:: Joleen Rowely, Roy Johnson, Nancy Glover, Jessi Cox, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges |
6:25 |
Audio Link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VPzo5iGJlcqN1LtAcMTYig8wHeZwmAGn/view?usp=sharing
Agenda Item | Presenter | Questions to answer | Time |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson
Absent: Rachel Webb Others in Attendance:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Steve Finley
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6:00 | |
Director’s Report | Director | Director Bergeron answered questions about the school’s re-opening plan. The USBE released Coronavirus Information and Resources on the State’s website. The manual contains update recommendations and answers to questions concerning Coronavirus. | |
Action Items | Chair | Motion: Jim Haendiges motions that we approve the school’s re-opening plan as presented. Jessi Cox seconds Aye by roll call: Jessi Cox, Nancy Glover, Joleen Rowely, Roy Johnson, Ana Eldridge, Jim Haendiges |
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Adjournment | Chair | Motion: JIm Haendiges motions we adjourn.
Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson |
6:15 |
Audio Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vjDhwBhpyDZWVcOF4zpRwQucZzqINdl1/view?usp=sharing
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Agenda Item | Presenter | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair Heandiges | Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowely, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson
Others in Attendance:Director Chelsea Bergeron, Shannon Greer Others in Attendance via Zoom: Amanda Griffith, Trent, Sally Gerisch, Kristin Fleming |
6:00 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary Glover | Motion: Nancy Glover motions we accept the minutes as presented in the board packet for June 11th. Jessi Cox seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Roy Johnson, Jessi Cox |
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Public Comment | Chair Haendiges | Amanda Griffith- Commented on her concerns for her children wearing masks at school. | |
Director’s Report | Director Bergeron | Director Bergeron answered questions about the school’s re-opening plan. | |
Adjourn | Chair Haendiges | Motion: Jim Haendiges motions that we adjourn the meeting. Joleen Rowley seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Jessi Cox, Roy Johnson |
6:30 |
Audio Link:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Tf7xcaLpFZL4rC61WcdKLlfdZhmHKkpE/view?usp=sharing
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Agenda Item | Presenter | Questions to answer | Time |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Dave Berry, Liz MetCalf
Board Members Absent: Beaudry Jones
Others in Attendance: Steve Finley, Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Heather King, Jessi Cox, Dennis Sinisterra |
7:00 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary | Motion: Joleen Rowley motions we accept the minutes as presented in the board packet for May 14th. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf |
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Public Comment | Chair | No Public Comment | |
Set Adjournment For Open Meeting Session | Motion: Joleen Rowley proposes to adjourn at 8pm for Open Meeting Session.
JIm Haendiges seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf |
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Director’s Report | Director | ||
Finance Report | Business Manager | Motion: Joleen Rowley proposes to accept the forecast for the previou 2020-2020 school year.
Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Motion: Liz Metcalf proposes to accept 260 enrollment budget for 2020-2021 school year. Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf |
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Board Governance | Chair | Motion:Joleen Rowley proposes if no response from another charter school within a week from being posted than the pirate ship will be demolished.
Ana Eldridge seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Motion:Jim Haendiges proposes to accept a teacher salary increase of 3%. Joleen Rowley seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Motion: Nancy Glover proposes to accept the SPED Services bid Silver Package. Dave Berry Seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf |
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Closed Session | Chair | Collective Bargaining
Motion: Nancy Glover proposes to adjourn to move to closed session. Jim Haendiges seconds Aye by Roll Call: Joleen Rowley, Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Ana Eldridge, Liz Metcalf. |
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Action Items from Closed Session | Motion: Nancy Glover proposes to extend a 5 year contract with a 8 % raise salary negotiable yearly to Chelsea Bergeron.
Joleen Rowley seconds Aye by roll call: Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges, Liz Metcalf Motion: Jim Haendiges the board motions to invite Jessi Cox and Roy Johnson to the board. Dave Berry seconds Aye by roll call: Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges, Liz Metcalf |
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Board Restructure | Chair | Motion: Joleen Rowley proposes Jim Haendiges be Board Chair.
Ana Eldridge seconds Aye: Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges, Liz Metcalf Motion: Jim Haendiges proposes Nancy Glover to secretary. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye: Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Nancy Glover, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb, Jim Haendiges, Liz Metcalf |
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Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Dave Berry motions that we adjourn the meeting. Liz Metcalf seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf |
9:00pm |
Audio Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o2_9jHClS64TXTJFc8S7-8EjLpqlU82M/view?usp=sharing
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Agenda Item | Presenter | Questions to answer | Time |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley, Dave Berry, Liz MetCalf
Others in Attendance: Steve Finley, Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Kim Vansickle, Trisha Poole, Amber Bain |
6:00 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions we accept the minutes as presented in the board packet for March 26th. Dave Berry seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf |
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Director’s Report | Director | ||
Finance Report | Business Manager | ||
Board Governance | Chair | Motion:Ana proposes to accept the revised Cash Policy as presented. Beaudry Jones Seconds.
Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Motion:Jim Haendiges proposes to accept the revised Governance Process Policy as presented. Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Motion: Jim Haendiges proposes to add the Educator Exit and Engagement Policy as presented to the Board Policy. Ana Eldridge Seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Motion:Anna Eldridge proposes to accept the School 20-21 Year Calendar as Chelsea Bergeron Presented. Joleen Rowley Seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Joleen Rowley, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Abstained: Rachel Webb. |
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Closed Session | Chair | ||
Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Joleen Rowley motions that we adjourn the meeting. Beaudry Jones seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf |
7:22 |
Audio Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f5-jk0S0IfAqyPE2RLQevFJVV5B_sBTf/view
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Agenda Item | Presenter | Questions to answer | Time |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Rachel Webb, Joleen Rowley
Board Members Absent: Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf Others in Attendance: Steve Finley, Chelsea Bergeron, Mariah Phares, Kent Brown |
6:00 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary | Motion: Ana Eldredge motions we accept the minutes as presented in the board packet for Feb 13th Nancy Glover seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Joleen Rowley, Rachel WebbMotion: Beaudry Jones motions we accept the minutes as presented in the board packet for Feb 19th Ana Eldredge seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb |
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Director’s Report | Director | ||
Finance Report | Business Manager | ||
Board Governance | Chair | ||
Closed Session | Chair | ||
Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Ana Eldridge motions that we adjourn the meeting. Beaudry Jones seconds Aye: (By Roll Call) Ana Eldridge, Nancy Glover, Jim Haendiges, Joleen Rowley, Rachel Webb, Beaudry Jones |
7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-YM7H5V8Kg1KRv223caHzHe-64-McoMb/view
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Presenter | Questions to answer | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Liz Metcalf, Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb
Board Members Absent: Joleen Rowley Others in Attendance: Heather King, Jenn Martinsen, Chelsea Bergeron, Amber Bain, Mariah Phares, Amber Campbell, Carly Romer, Steven Finley, Stephen D. Jones, Chlara Beozzo, Richa Biasi, Dustin Warren |
6:30 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions we accept the minutes as presented in the board packet for Jan 9th and Jan 16th phone meeting. Nancy Glover seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb |
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Director’s Report | Director | ||
Finance Report | Business Manager | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions we accept the minutes as presented in the board packet for Jan 9th and Jan 16th phone meeting. Nancy Glover seconds Aye:Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb |
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Board Governance | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions that we accept the revised Purchasing Policy as included in the board packet Nancy Glover seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb |
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Closed Session | Motion: Rachel Webb motions that we go into closed session. Nancy Glover seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb No Actions Items from Closed Session |
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Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions that we adjourn the meeting. Ana Eldridge seconds Aye: Jim Haendiges, Nancy Glover, Ana Eldridge, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Rachel Webb |
7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UmSLNNa5tcDPWVXLvjXIwwazqfNdYPjx/view
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.