In accordance with the legal advertisement of this meeting held in live telephonically conferenced format due to the current public health emergency, public comments were to be taken only on listed agenda items, via a comment link on our webpage (directions provided in legal advertisement), submitted prior to 2:00 p.m. on April 2, 2020 to be considered.  No comments fitting this criteria were received.

Mrs. Kerekes does not support the Clay Charter Academy contract length of 15 years and requests that all charter schools be subject to annual review, when permitted by the contract.

• Mrs. Bullock requested an evaluation of the need for technical support employees at schools and expressed appreciation for the various parades that have lifted spirits.
• Mrs. Bolla expressed gratitude to all personnel who have contributed to the success of this transition.
• Mrs. Gilhousen appreciates the patience of all as we work through this unique process.
• Mrs. Kerekes requested a review of our budget under present uncertain circumstances as well as an update on our current GPS system being utilized by transportation and possible alternatives to the current contract expiring in June 2020.  She further commended personnel on the great job being done in this new delivery model.
• Mrs. Studdard expressed pride in all personnel and appreciation for the technology that has provided the platform for our distance learning and telephonically conferenced board meeting.