Governance Council
Minutes / Regular Meeting
October 20, 2015 5:00 PM
Hampton Elementary Charter School
10 Central Avenue
Hampton, Georgia 30228
Committed to Ensuring Educational Success for Each Student
Council Attendees
Mr. Arley LoweMs. Ivonne Cuebas / Business Partner
Parent
Mrs. Tiffany Maher / Parent
Mrs. MaryAnn Mitcham / PIE representative
Mrs. Erin Studstill / PTO representative
Mrs. Silvia DeRuvo / Business Partner Representative
Other
Mr. Brian Keefer Principal
Dr. Ethan Hildreth Griffin RESA
A. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:03 by Mr. Lowe. Mr. Keefer requested the presentation by Dr. Hildreth be moved to the top of the agenda due a scheduling conflict. Moved by Mrs. Mitcham, seconded by Mrs. Studstill, approved by 5-0 vote (Mrs. Maher not present for vote).
Item G.i.
Dr. Hildreth presented an opportunity for Governance Council Training through Griffin RESA. Training topics were shared. Council discussed and approved the trainings. Moved by Mrs. Mitcham, seconded by Mrs. DeRuvo, approved by 6-0 vote.
B. Recognitions and Awards
a. Mr. Keefer recognized the PTO for their support during STEAM Night and for their organization of Parent Volunteer Day.
b. HECS recognized David Studstill for earning the most Hornet Bucks in the school for the first grading period.
C. Approval of Minutes
The minutes for the September 2015 meeting were approved by 6-0 vote. Governance Council requested the minutes be submitted to review by council members prior to the meeting. Mr. Keefer will send minutes for review along with Governance Council agenda review prior to each monthly meeting.
D. Financial Report, Mr. Keefer
Mr. Keefer shared the approved Title I budget for the 2015-2016 school year.
E. PTO Update, Mrs. Maher
Mrs. Maher shared upcoming PTO events. She shared information regarding box top collection, bake sale success, and free coffee in the drop off line.
F. Items for Action, Mr. Keefer
a. Santa Shop Dates
Due to STEAM Night scheduled for December 1st, Mr. Keefer requests the Santa Shop Dates be modified to run November 30-December 11. Motion made by Mrs. Studstill, seconded by Mrs. Maher, approved by 6-0 vote.
b. Yellow Pollen 5K
Mr. Keefer requests the Council’s approval for HECS to organize the Yellow Pollen 5K run in March, in conjunction with the Yellow Pollen Festival. Motion made by Mr. Lowe, seconded by Mrs. Maher, approved by 6-0 vote.
G. Discussion Items and Items for Study
a. AdvancED: Mr. Keefer updated the council regarding the AdvancED process.
b. Undead Dash: Mr. Keefer updated the council regarding the upcoming Undead Dash, 10/25 @ 6PM
c. Mr. Keefer reviewed the Power Up for 30 Day participation information
d. Mr. Keefer updated the Council regarding the formation of a Wellness Team
e. Mr. Keefer updated the Council regarding the SHAPE grant/Butterfly Garden
f. Mr. Keefer updated the Council regarding the upcoming submission of the Georgia Charter Schools Report
g. Mr. Keefer updated the Council regarding STEAM Night, which had a tremendous turnout with a great deal of positive feedback from parents and community members.
h. Mr. Keefer updated the Council regarding the upcoming Trunk or Treat, being held Friday, October 30th from 4-6PM.
H. General Discussion of Council Members
Mr. Lowe and Mrs. Mitcham shared that the Bear Creek Association recently purchased the Old Fortson Library, and that future use of the building may include a Community Arts Center.
I. Adjournment
Mr. Lowe adjourned the meeting at 5:59PM, moved by Mrs. Mitcham and seconded by Mrs. Studstill, approved by 6-0 vote..
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Chairperson Signature Secretary Signature