St. Mary's Charter School public meetings in 2023
17 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors will meet to discuss and possibly act on several items, including accepting a new board member, approving the audited financial statements for SY 2022-2023, purchasing a school bus, and adopting a proposed expansion amendment plan to add new grade levels. The board will also receive reports on a bomb threat incident, enrollment, STAAR testing data, and other operational updates.
- Discussion and possible action to accept Malinda Cowen as a board member
- Presentation and possible approval of SY 2022-2023 audited financial statements by Raul Hernandez & Company, P.C.
- Discussion and possible action to purchase a school bus
- Discussion and possible action to adopt expansion amendment plan to add new grade levels
- Bomb threat after action report for December 8, 2023
The provided minutes list the agenda items for the December 14, 2023, meeting, but do not record any final votes or outcomes. The document is procedural and does not state whether the proposed actions were approved or denied.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) annual financial report, then consider several action items including accepting unaudited interim financials, approving the 2023-2024 school year calendar, applying for an expansion amendment, and changing policies on mileage reimbursement and opioid antagonist medication. The board will also receive reports from the superintendent, principal, and other staff, and may enter executive session for legal and personnel matters.
- Public hearing on FIRST annual financial report
- Discussion and possible action to accept unaudited interim financials as of 10/31/2023
- Discussion and possible action regarding application for an expansion amendment
- Discussion and possible action to change PG-4.22 regarding mileage reimbursement
- Discussion and possible action to approve PG-3.1.1 regarding opioid antagonist medication
The provided minutes list the agenda items for the November 16, 2023, meeting, but do not record any votes, approvals, or specific outcomes for the items discussed. The document is procedural and does not contain the results of the proposed actions.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Finance and Human Resources Committee
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Finance and Human Resources Committee is meeting to review financial reports, discuss human resource policy changes for the 2023-2024 school year, and may enter executive session to consult with the board's attorney about pending or possible litigation. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments, with no specific dollar amounts or contract details listed.
- Approval of minutes from July 28, 2023
- First report review
- Financial information/report
- Human resource policy changes and updates for SY 2023-2024
- Executive session for attorney consultation on pending or possible litigation
The provided minutes consist of a meeting agenda and do not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes. The document is procedural in nature.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors is meeting to discuss and possibly act on Budget Amendment #1 for the 2023-2024 school year, presented by DSS. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, quorum, agenda approval, public comments, and consent agenda. The board will convene in executive session for legal consultation on personnel matters and possible litigation, then reconvene. No old business or action items are listed.
- Discussion and possible action on Budget Amendment #1 for SY 2023-2024
- Executive session for legal consultation on personnel matters (Gov't Code 551.071, 551.074)
- Pending and possible litigation discussion
- November meetings scheduled: FHR 11/15 and regular meeting 11/16/2023 at 1 PM with turkey lunch at noon
The provided minutes for the October 27, 2023, meeting consist of an agenda outline only. There are no recorded votes, outcomes, or detailed descriptions of actions taken.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors will meet to discuss and possibly act on several items, including the 2023-2024 school year calendar, updates to the student-parent handbook and code of conduct, a budget amendment, and a policy related to chaplains in schools. The board will also receive reports from the superintendent, principal, and other staff, and will convene in executive session for legal and personnel matters.
- Discussion and possible action on 2023-2024 school year calendar
- Discussion and possible action on updates to 2023-2024 student-parent handbook/student code of conduct
- Discussion and possible action on SB 763 (chaplains in schools)
- Discussion and possible action on Budget Amendment #1 for SY 2023-2024
- Executive session for legal consultation and personnel matters
The provided minutes for the October 19, 2023, meeting list the agenda items and reports presented, but do not record any votes or final decisions. The document is procedural and does not state the outcomes of the proposed action items.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The provided document is an agenda or a skeleton of minutes that lists items for discussion and potential action. It does not record any final votes, approvals, or specific outcomes for the items listed.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors Safety and Security Committee
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors Safety and Security Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly approve several safety-related items, including a resolution on armed guards on campus, updates to the multi-hazard emergency operations manual, and the purchase of safety items. The committee will also hear reports on 88th legislative updates and may enter executive session to consult with the board's attorney on pending litigation.
- Board approval of HB 3 resolution regarding armed guards on campus
- Discussion and possible action on SY 2023-2024 Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Manual updates
- Purchasing of safety items: door blinds, badge backers, and flip charts
- Board reports on 88th Legislative updates
- Executive session for consultation with board's attorney on pending litigation
The provided document is an agenda or a skeleton of minutes that lists discussion items but does not record any final votes, decisions, or outcomes. It contains no substantive records of what was actually decided.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting on August 29, 2023, at 12:00 PM. The agenda includes multiple action items, such as approving the 2023-2024 operating budget, amending the 2022-2023 budget, and accepting interim financials. The board will also discuss and possibly act on removing a former CFO as a bank account signer, approving contracts for the 2023-2024 school year, and other resolutions. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultation and personnel matters.
- Approve 2023-2024 operating budget
- Approve 2023-2024 budget amendment #1
- Remove Nancy Bond as signer on all bank accounts
- Approve contracts for 2023-2024 school year
- Approve resolution on HB 3 good cause exception
The provided minutes list the agenda items for the August 29, 2023, meeting, including budget discussions and personnel appointments. However, the document does not record any votes, approvals, or final outcomes for these items. The record is procedural only.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Finance and Human Resources Committee
The Finance and Human Resources Committee of St. Mary's Academy Charter School will review May 2023 financial reports and the 2nd quarter investment report, then consider action on 2023-2024 pay scales, a 2022-2023 budget adjustment, the 2023-2024 original budget, an organizational chart, and a job description for a Parent and Family Engagement Liaison. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal consultation on pending or possible litigation.
- Discussion and possible action on 2023-2024 SY pay scales
- Discussion and possible action on 2022-2023 budget adjustment
- Discussion and possible action on 2023-2024 SY original budget
- Discussion and possible action on SMACS organizational chart
- Discussion and possible action to approve Parent and Family Engagement Liaison job description
The provided minutes consist of a meeting agenda and do not record any votes, approvals, or final decisions. The document lists items for discussion, including budgets and pay scales, but does not state the outcomes of those discussions.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors will meet to consider several action items for the 2023-2024 school year, including approving the original budget, a budget amendment, the student/parent handbook, and updates to the Safe Return to School plan. The board will also discuss reports from the superintendent, principal, and after-school program director, and may enter executive session for legal and personnel matters.
- Approve 2022-2023 budget amendment and 2023-2024 original budget
- Adopt changes to Multi-Emergency Operation Procedures (MEOP) manual
- Approve 2023-2024 student/parent handbook
- Discuss and take possible action on Safe Return to School updates
- Approve 2023-2024 board and committee meeting calendar
The provided document is an agenda or a skeleton of minutes for the July 26, 2023 meeting. It lists items for discussion and possible action, but does not record any votes, approvals, or final outcomes.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors Finance and Human Resources Committee
The Finance and Human Resources Committee will review April 2023 financial reports and consider several action items for the 2023-2024 school year, including teacher pay scales, the instructional materials (IMAT) plan, and the health insurance employer contribution. The board will also discuss Form 990 and may enter executive session for legal consultation on pending or possible litigation.
- Discussion and possible action on 2023-2024 teacher pay scales
- Discussion and possible action on IMAT plan adoption for 2023-2024
- Discussion and possible action to approve health insurance employer contribution for 2023-2024
- Discussion and possible action regarding Form 990
- Executive session for attorney consultation on pending or possible litigation
The provided minutes list the agenda items for the meeting, but they do not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes. The document is procedural in nature.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors will meet to discuss and possibly take action on several items for the 2023-2024 school year, including teacher pay scales, health insurance employer contribution, the school calendar, and the instructional materials plan. The board will also hear reports from the superintendent, principal, and other staff on topics like summer school, enrollment, and legislative updates. The agenda includes an executive session for consultation with the board's attorney regarding pending or possible litigation.
- Discussion and possible action on 2023-2024 teacher pay scales
- Discussion and possible action to approve health insurance employer contribution for 2023-2024
- Discussion and possible action on 2023-2024 school year calendar
- Discussion and possible action on instructional materials (IMAT) plan adoption for 2023-2024
- Discussion and possible action regarding Form 990
The provided minutes list the agenda items for the meeting, including discussions on school calendars, teacher pay scales, and health insurance. However, the document does not record any votes, approvals, or final outcomes for these items.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors Safety and Security Committee
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors Safety and Security Committee is meeting to review audit findings and corrections for the 2022-2023 Texas School Safety Center (TxSCC) submittal, and to consider adopting changes to the Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan (MEOP) recommended by TxSCC auditors. The committee will also discuss possible action on ID badges for board members and substitutes. The agenda includes an executive session for attorney consultation regarding pending and possible litigation, followed by reconvening for possible action.
- Review audit findings and corrections for 2022-2023 TxSCC submittal
- Discussion and possible action to adopt MEOP changes recommended by TxSCC auditors
- Discussion and possible action on ID badges for Board Members and Substitutes
- Executive session for attorney consultation on pending and possible litigation
- Next committee meeting scheduled for September 11, 2023
The provided minutes consist of a meeting agenda and do not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes. The document lists items for discussion and possible action, but does not state what was decided.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors is meeting to conduct the enrollment lottery, approve consent agenda items, and receive reports from the superintendent, principal, and CFO. The board will also discuss and possibly take action on the vacation/sick leave policy, the 2022-2023 school year calendar, and the student handbook/code of conduct. The meeting includes an executive session for consultation with the board's attorney regarding pending or possible litigation.
- Enrollment lottery to be conducted by Superintendent Stan Simonson
- Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023 regular board meeting
- Supplemental financial statements for March 2023
- Discussion and possible action on PG 4.21 vacation and sick leave policy
- Discussion and possible action on 2022-2023 school year calendar and student handbook/code of conduct
The provided minutes list the agenda items for the meeting, including an enrollment lottery and financial reports. However, the document does not record the outcomes of votes or specific decisions made on these items.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors Safety and Security Committee
The Safety and Security Committee discussed the Texas School Safety Center's EOP audit report, including deficiencies and required resubmissions, and reviewed new EOP requirements for the 2023-2025 audit cycle. They also received a facilities update on KNOX boxes and discussed setting 2023-2024 meeting dates. The committee then convened into executive session for attorney consultation on pending litigation.
- EOP audit report from Texas School Safety Center presented, deficiencies discussed
- New EOP requirements for 2023-2025 cycle: Raptor, staff training including substitutes, SPAT training, Standard Reunification Protocol
- Facilities update: KNOX boxes on campus and their locations
- Proposed 2023-2024 committee meeting dates: 09/05/23, 11/07/2023, 02/06/2024, 04/09/2024, 06/04/2024
- Executive session for attorney consultation on pending litigation
The committee discussed the Texas School Safety Center EOP Audit Report and new requirements for the 2023-2025 audit cycle. Members reviewed facilities updates regarding campus Knox Boxes. The committee identified five meeting dates for the 2023-2024 school year to be recommended to the Board of Directors.
- Recommended 2023-2024 meeting dates (09/05/23, 11/07/2023, 02/06/2024, 04/09/2024, 06/04/2024) for Board adoption
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors
The St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors will meet to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including adopting the 2023-2024 school calendar, approving staff development waiver days, amending the 2022-2023 budget, and closing school buildings to the public on Fridays during the summer. The board will also hear reports from the superintendent, principal, and other officials, and may enter executive session to consult with the attorney about pending litigation.
- Possible adoption of updated organizational chart
- Possible adoption of 2023-2024 school calendar
- Possible approval of staff development waiver days (9/11/23, 12/1/23, 1/26/24, 3/18/24)
- Possible approval of Friday building closures June 2-July 28, 2023
- Possible budget amendment for 2022-2023 school year
The provided document is an agenda or a skeleton of minutes that lists items for discussion and possible action, but does not record any votes, approvals, or final outcomes. No substantive decisions were documented in the text.
Meeting of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors Finance and Human Resources Committee
The Finance and Human Resources Committee of the St. Mary's Academy Charter School Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports for February 2023, discuss the 2023-2024 school year calendar, consider a 2022-2023 budget adjustment, and discuss the organizational chart and positions. The committee will also enter executive session to consult with the board's attorney regarding pending or possible litigation.
- Discussion and possible action on 2023-2024 school year calendar
- Discussion and possible action on 2022-2023 budget adjustment
- Discussion and possible action on organizational chart and positions
- Financial reports for February 2023 (statement of financial position, activities, cash flows)
- NSLP financial report for 2021-2022
The provided minutes consist of an agenda outline only. There are no recorded decisions, vote tallies, or substantive outcomes for the items listed.