2024-25 Meeting Documents
School Governance Council Meeting Documents
Each meeting of the School Governance Council typically generates three public documents: an agenda; a brief summary of action items that occurred during the meeting; and a detailed set of meeting minutes. We will display these documents on our website for the current school year, along with those from the previous year. If you need to view older documents, please contact our School Governance & Flexibility Department at schoolgovernance@fultonschools.org.
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- October 2024
- November 2024
- December 2024
- January 2025
- February 2025
- March 2025
- April 2025
- May 2025
August 2024
Agenda
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolde, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Becky Neece, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
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August 13, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” |
Warren |
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Action Items: · May I have a motion to approve Ms. Wolfe to join SCG as an appointed staff member to fill the vacant by Erin Entrup. · May I have a motion to approve Ms. Sinon e to join SCG as an appointed staff member to fill the vacant by James Hulett. · May I have a motion to approve Ms. Neece to join SCG as an appointed staff member to fill the vacant position. |
Garrett |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates Secretary Agenda, Summaries, and Minutes PBIS Charter Money 1st Ten Days Update New Committee Members
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Garrett |
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Public Comment: · Ridgeview United update |
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” |
Warren |
Minutes
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Minutes
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolde, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Becky Neece, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member); Laney Hudson, Elected Staff Member (2024); Erin Entrup, Appointed Staff Member (2024)
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August 13, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” Motion to approve: Harold, Second: Lawrence, Unanimously Approved |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” Motion to approve: Harold, Second: Lawrence, Unanimously Approved |
Warren |
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Action Items: · May I have a motion to approve Ms. Wolfe to join SCG as an appointed staff member to fill the vacant by Erin Entrup. Motion to approve: Harold, Second: Lawrence, Unanimously Approved · May I have a motion to approve Ms. Sinon e to join SCG as an appointed staff member to fill the vacant by James Hulett. Motion to approve: Harold, Second: Lawrence, Unanimously Approved · May I have a motion to approve Ms. Neece to join SCG as an appointed staff member to fill the vacant position. Motion to approve: Harold, Second: Lawrence, Unanimously Approved · Elected slate of new Officers: Co-Parlimentarian: Warren & Lawrence, Motion to approve: Harold, Second: Pauly, Unanimously Approved · Chair: Harold, Motion to approve: Warren, Second: Nash, Unanimously Approved · Co-Chair: Harris, Motion to approve: Harold, Second: Wolde, Unanimously Approved |
Garrett |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates · Secretary Agenda, Summaries, and Minutes: Justin Pauly & Lisa Nash · Potential uses for remaining charter money: Items for PBIS & vape detectors · Of the 5 staff vacancies remaining 4 have been filled · 1st Ten Days Update: school is over in student count may get additional staff, waiting for final numbers · New Committee Members: Still looking for an appointed community member · Discussed the need for new committees: Budget, Principal Selection & Cultural · Update of Ridgeview Untied & Enhancing the Experience Committees |
Garrett |
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Public Comment: None |
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” Motion to approve: Harold, Second: Lawrence, Unanimously Approved |
Warren |
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Summary
September 2024
Agenda
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolde, Appointed Staff Member (2025); VACANT, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
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September 10, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” |
Warren |
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Action Items:
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Garrett |
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Strategic Plan 24-25 Discussion: Principal’s Updates 46,000 Charter Funds Summer Bridge (5,000) Field Trips (6,000) PBIS (4,000) Sound System Part 2 (4,000) SMART PASS ?????????
21,000 Dollars remaining |
Garrett |
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Public Comment:
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” |
Warren |
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Minutes
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Minutes
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); VACANT, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
Absent: Justin Pauly
September 10, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Garrett |
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Action Item: Approval of the Agenda.
· Enhancing the Experience update was added to the agenda. · Agenda as amended was approved unanimously.
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Lawrence |
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Action Item: Approval of the prior meeting’s Minutes. · Lisa Nash made a motion to approve. Jessica Lawrence seconded. Minutes were approved unanimously. |
Lawrence |
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Action Item: Appointment of community representative to fulfill vacant term (1 year). · Mr. Garrett nominated Michelle Kemp. · Mr. Harold made a motion to approve Ms. Kemp as the Community Member. Ms. Wolfe Seconded the motion. · Vote: The motion to approve Ms. Kemp as a community member for the remaining one year of vacant term was approved unanimously.
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Garrett |
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Action Item: Strategic Plan 24-25 · Mr. Garrett presented on the proposed Strategic Plan. · This is the first strategic plan since 2016. · Enhance performance for all students: Metric we are choosing is Milestones proficiency in ELA because this is the area where we have the most room for improvement. · Impactful programing: We are focusing on ESOL and ELA because they have the most room for improvement. · Strengthen work force engagement: Employee retention will be used as our metric. · Fiscal resources: Our goal is for our Student Activity Funds have zero audit findings. · Community Connections: This will be measured through our SGC Satisfaction survey. · Motion to Approve the Strategic Plan: Motion to approve was made by Ms. Lawrence, Mr. Niger Seconded the Motion. Motion was approved unanimously.
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Garrett |
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Discussion & Action Items: Charter Funds · We have $46,000 in Charter Funds to allocate. · Summer Bridge program- proposal to allocate $7,000 towards paying staff who helped with Summer Bridge 2024. Ms. Wolfe motion, Ms. Sinon seconded. Unanimously approved. · Field Trips $6,000. 8th grade is being funded by PTA, need $4,000 in transportation funding for 7th grade transportation. $2,000 is proposed for scholarships to universal. Ms. Nash made the motion, Mr. Warren second. The motion passed unanimously · PBIS $4,000 budget to fund incentives. SGC anticipates the need for additional funds later in the year. Need to cultivate more buy-in to the PBIS program from staff/teachers. Mr. Harold made the motion to approve $4,000 for now. Mr. Warren Seconded the motion. Motion was approved unanimously · Continued Sound System improvement. $4,000 is needed in order to complete our investment in our school sound system which began last year. Ms. Nash made a motion to approve. Ms. Sinon seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.
Discussion: Additional ideas for remaining $21,000 in funds. · Smart Pass system for restroom use: Garrett will get more information on cost and actual experience from teachers who have used it and invite Ms. Hawke to come to speak with us about her experience. · Courtyard enhancement and broken furniture replacement: Ms. Lawrence will report back with potential costs of replacing furniture. Mr. Garrett will ask the garden club for needs.
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Committee Updates:
· Ridgeview United Update: by Mr. Garret. Ms. Wolfe & Mr. Harris agreed to serve as co-leaders. Mr. Garrett: Ms. Kemp would join the committee because she was the replacement. · Enhancing the Experience Update: by Ms. Nash. This year’s initiatives are focused on PBIS and communication. Panther tales switch to “mini” version every other week. Improving accuracy on the website calendar and positivity on social media. Hoping to bring a fun assembly this year.
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Garrett/Nash |
By 8:30am |
Action Item: Motion to Adjourn made by Mr. Harold. Mr. Harris seconded. Meeting adjourned at 8:27 |
Warren |
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Summary
SUMMARY OF ACTION
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Date/Time: September 10, 2024|7:30 AM Location: Media Center
SGC Member Attendance
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member |
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Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member |
Megan Gibson, Teacher |
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Adrian Haris, Elected Staff Member |
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
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Justin Pauly, Elected Parent |
Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member |
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Elfteus Warren, Elected Parent |
Jessica Lawerence, Elected Community Member |
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Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member |
Guest Attendance: None
Meeting Minutes Summary
Action Items:
Motion |
Time |
By Whom |
Second By |
Voting Results |
Meeting called to order at |
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Thomas Garrett |
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Motion to approve todays agenda |
7:30 AM |
Lisa Nash |
Jessica Lawrence |
Unanimously |
Motion to approve meeting minutes |
7:30 AM |
Nigel Harrold |
Jessica Lawerence |
Unanimously |
Meeting adjourned at |
8:30 Am |
Nigel Harrold |
Adrian Harris |
Unanimously |
Informational and Discussion Items
1. Voted for chair, vice chair and parliament
2. Community Member Vacancy
3. Appointed Members
4. Committee Members
5. Upcoming Events
6. Charter dollars
7. Semester action plan
8. Set agenda for next Meeting
9. Meeting adjournment
October 2024
Agenda
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
October 8, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” |
Warren |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates Charter Funds Smart Pass PBIS Store Field Trips |
Garrett |
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Public Comment:
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” |
Warren |
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Minutes
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolde, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
October 8, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” Motion: Harold Second: Nash Vote: Unanimously approved |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” Motion: Harold Second: Nash Vote: Unanimously approved |
Warren |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates Charter Funds Smart Pass PBIS Store Field Trips Dress Code |
Garrett |
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Public Comment:
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” Motion: Harold Second: Pauly Vote Unanimously approved |
Warren |
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Summary
SUMMARY OF ACTION
Date/Time: October 8, 2024|7:30 AM Location: Media Center
SGC Member Attendance
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
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Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member |
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Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member |
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Megan Gibson, Teacher |
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Adrian Haris, Elected Staff Member |
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Thomas Garrett, Principal |
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Justin Pauly, Elected Parent |
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Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member |
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Elfteus Warren, Elected Parent |
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Jessica Lawerence, Elected Community Member |
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Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member |
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Guest Attendance: None
Meeting Minutes Summary
Action Items:
Motion |
Time |
By Whom |
Second By |
Voting Results |
Meeting called to order at |
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Thomas Garrett |
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Motion to approve todays agenda |
7:30 AM |
Nigel Harrold |
Lisa Nash |
Unanimously |
Motion to approve meeting minutes |
7:30 AM |
Nigel Harrold |
Lisa Nash |
Unanimously |
Meeting adjourned at |
8:30 Am |
Nigel Harrold |
Justin Pauly |
Unanimously |
Informational and Discussion Items
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Voted for chair, vice chair and parliament
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Community Member Vacancy
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Appointed Members
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Committee Members
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Upcoming Events
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Charter dollars
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SMART PASS
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PBIS Store
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Field Trips
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Ridgeview United Updates
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Ridgeview Enhancing the Image Updates
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Set agenda for next Meeting
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Meeting adjournment
November 2024
Agenda
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
November 12, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” |
Warren |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates Strategic Planning Feedback Charter Dollars Approved:
Cross Council Feedback |
Garrett |
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Public Comment:
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” |
Warren |
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Minutes
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Minutes
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
November 12, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council Minutes Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member) November 12, 2024 In person at RCMS in the Media Center
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Summary
SUMMARY OF ACTION
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Date/Time: November 12,2024, 2024 | 7:30 AM
Location: Media Center
SGC Member Attendance
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
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Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member |
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Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member |
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Adrian Haris, Elected Staff Member |
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Thomas Garrett, Principal |
Check |
Justin Pauly, Elected Parent |
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Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member |
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Elfteus Warren, Elected Parent |
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Jessica Lawerence, Elected Community Member |
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Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member |
ü |
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Guest Attendance: None
Meeting Minutes Summary
Action Items:
Motion |
Time |
By Whom |
Second By |
Voting Results |
Meeting called to order at |
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Thomas Garrett |
Justin Pauly |
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Motion to approve todays agenda |
7:30 AM |
Nigel Harrold |
Justin Pauly |
Unanimously |
Motion to approve meeting minutes |
7:30 AM |
Lisa Nash |
Michelle Kemp |
Unanimously |
Meeting adjourned at |
8:30 Am |
Lisa Nash |
Jessica Lawerence |
Unanimously |
Informational and Discussion Items
Strategic Plan Feedback
Charter Dollars
· Summer Bridge
· 8th Grade Field Trips
· Universal Scholarships
· PBIS
· Sound System Part 2
· SMART PASS
Cross Council Feedback
Elementary rezoning
Clubs
Ridgeview United
Ridgeview Enhancing the Experience
December 2024
Agenda
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
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December 10, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” |
Warren |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates · Charter Dollars Approved · Vacancies · CCRPI · End of the Semester · MYP Assessment · IB Training · Georgia Light House Schools to Watch · AMLE |
Garrett |
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Public Comment: · Ridgeview United Update · Ridgeview Enhancing the Experience Update |
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” |
Warren |
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Minutes
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Minutes
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025);); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
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December 10, 2024
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Garrett |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” Motion & Second-Harold/ Nash |
Garrett |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” Motion & Second- Kemp/Harris |
Garrett |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates · Charter Dollars Approved- PBIS store is going well but excitement varies based on grade level, survey out to learn more · Vacancies- Dr. Mills left for another job, adding an AP using the Graduation Coach position to fund plus a cost of $25,000 and will total 3 AP’s, we are also receiving a new Counselor starting January 6, 2025 · CCRPI- 83.8 score which is the highest score Ridgeview has received · End of the Semester- redistricting will affect all elementary schools in feeding Ridgeview but will not impact Ridgeview · MYP Assessment- Grade for IB coming out in February · IB Training- Teachers being sent to this training by district
· Georgia Light House Schools to Watch- up for reauthorization for this award · AMLE- reauthorization for this is ongoing · Smart Pass- Training is set up for teachers to start the program in January |
Garrett |
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Public Comment: · Ridgeview United Update- Working on how to get Hispanic families more involved, using zoom and translations for meetings unable to attend, new items for clubs will start next year · Ridgeview Enhancing the Experience Update- started music at carpool, communicating chain of command, activities for student breaks in mesh bags to teachers, decorations, cookies, and gifts for spelling bees and science fairs, and Jan 31 is the honor roll recognition, Fernbank is being planned for students, cleaning, painting, and landscaping occured |
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” Motion & Second- Harold/ Harris |
Garrett |
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Summary
SUMMARY OF ACTION
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Date/Time: December 10, 2024 7:30 AM Location: Media Center
SGC Member Attendance
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
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Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member |
P |
Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member |
P |
Lisa Nash, Elected Parent |
P |
Adrian Haris, Elected Staff Member |
P |
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
P |
Justin Pauly, Elected Parent |
P |
Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member |
P |
Elfteus Warren, Elected Parent |
P |
Jessica Lawerence, Elected Community Member |
P |
Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member |
P |
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Guest Attendance: None
Meeting Minutes Summary
Action Items:
Motion |
Time |
By Whom |
Second By |
Voting Results |
Meeting called to order at |
ü |
Thomas Garrett |
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Motion to approve today's agenda |
7:30 AM |
Nigel Harrold |
Lisa Nash |
Unanimously |
Motion to approve meeting minutes |
7:30 AM |
Michelle Kemp |
Adrian Harris |
Unanimously |
Meeting adjourned at |
8:30 Am |
Nigel Harrold |
Adrian Harris |
Unanimously |
Informational and Discussion Items
1. Charter Dollars
2. School Vacancies
3. CCRPI
4. End of Semester Updates
5. MYP Assessment
6. IB Training
7. Light House Schools to Watch
8. AMLE
9. Smart Pass
10. Ridgeview United Updates
11. Ridgeview Enhancing the Image Updates
12. Set agenda for next Meeting
13. Meeting adjournment
January 2025
Agenda
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
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January 14, 2025
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” |
Warren |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates · Superintendent Advisory Council Updates · Planning for Parent/Teacher SGC Elections · Planning for Annual Budget Approval · Charter Dollars · Upcoming Events and Revised School Goals |
Garrett |
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Public Comment: · Ridgeview United Update · Ridgeview Enhancing the Experience Update |
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” |
Warren |
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Minutes
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Minutes January 14, 2025
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
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January 14, 2025
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” Motion and Second: Nash/Kemp |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” Motion and Second: Nash and Kemp |
Warren |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates · Superintendent Advisory Council Updates Justin was not present so no new information was given. · Planning for Parent/Teacher SGC Elections Information will be posted on the school’s website and will be sent out to all teachers and feeder schools via blackboard from Mr. Garrett. SGC Chair will work on recruiting and signing up people interest in SGC. · Planning for Annual Budget Approval Scheduled for March 11th. Nash indicated that Brooke and her husband painted 4 square at Heards Ferry as they have a line painter. Ms. Kemp brought an idea for a program/resources called Screenagers which entails a film for parents (700$) and supporting resources for students (400$). It is a cautionary tale for parents in regard to phones, screen, and access. · Charter Dollars Mesh bags will be given one per team per teacher · Upcoming Events and Revised School Goals |
Garrett |
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Public Comment: · Ridgeview United Update No new updates · Ridgeview Enhancing the Experience Update No new updates were recorded. |
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” Lisa Nash motion Michelle Kemp- 2nd motion |
Warren |
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Summary
SUMMARY OF ACTION
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Date/Time: January 14, 2025|7:30 AM Location: Media Center
SGC Member Attendance
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
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Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member |
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Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member |
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Lisa Nash, Elected Parent |
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Adrian Haris, Elected Staff Member |
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Thomas Garrett, Principal |
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Justin Pauly, Elected Parent |
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Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member |
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Eldeus Warren, Elected Parent |
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Jessica Lawerence, Elected Community Member |
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Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member |
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Guest Attendance: None
Meeting Minutes Summary
Action Items:
Motion |
Time |
By Whom |
Second By |
Voting Results |
Meeting called to order at |
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Thomas Garrett |
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Motion to approve today's agenda |
7:30 AM |
Lisa Nash |
Michelle Kemp |
Unanimously |
Motion to approve meeting minutes |
7:30 AM |
Lisa Nash |
Michelle Kemp |
Unanimously |
Meeting adjourned at |
8:30 Am |
Lisa Nash |
Michelle Kemp |
Unanimously |
Informational and Discussion Items
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Budget Approval Process
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Charter Money Review
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Ridgeview United Updates
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Ridgeview Enhancing the Image Updates
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Set agenda for next Meeting
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Meeting adjournment
February 2025
March 2025
Agenda
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Mackenzie Sinon, Elected Parent (2025); Jessica Lawrence; Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025);); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
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March 11, 2025
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Garrett |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” Motion: Harold Second: Lawrence |
Garrett |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” Motion: Harold Second: Lawrence |
Garrett |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates
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Garrett |
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Public Comment:
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Harrold Lawerence |
By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” Motion: Harold Second: Pauly |
Garrett |
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Minutes
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Minutes
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Mackenzie Sinon, Elected Parent (2025); Jessica Lawrence; Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025);); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
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March 11, 2025
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Garrett |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” Motion: Harold Second: Lawrence |
Garrett |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” Motion: Harold Second: Lawrence |
Garrett |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates · 2025-2026 Budget Presentation- 36 teachers total for the school for 25-26 school year, 12 per grade, planning to break over 1k students in fall 2025, 1 counselor per grade, will have a literacy coach and a math coach · 2025-2026 Budget Approval Motion: Nash Second: Sinon Vote: Approved Unanimously · Charter Dollars Update – started with $46,391, funds were spent on: traffic cones, summer bridge, smart pass, updated carpool signs, March tutoring, sixth grade field trip, April tutoring, wellness room, · Discussion to repair parking lot lights that are not working |
Garrett |
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Public Comment: · Ridgeview United Update – Summer Bridge program will be July 16-18, Updating the program for getting students used to middle school in the first 2 weeks · Ridgeview Enhancing the Image/Experience Update – AVID is launching application process and volunteers are coming in to help students with applications, New Student Webpage Updates, Panther Tales liaisons with Riverwood HS to get updates, New Student Info for Spalding Elementary, PBIS Fun Friday distribution for the store |
Harrold Lawerence |
By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” Motion: Harold Second: Pauly |
Garrett |
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Summary
SUMMARY OF ACTION
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Date/Time: March 11, 2025|7:30 AM Location: Media Center
SGC Member Attendance
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
Y |
Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member |
Y |
Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member |
Y |
Lisa Nash, Elected Parent |
Y |
Adrian Haris, Elected Staff Member |
Y |
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
Y |
Justin Pauly, Elected Parent |
Y |
Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member |
Y |
Elfteus Warren, Elected Parent |
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Jessica Lawerence, Elected Community Member |
Y |
Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member |
Y |
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Guest Attendance: None
Meeting Minutes Summary
Action Items:
Motion |
Time |
By Whom |
Second By |
Voting Results |
Meeting called to order at |
Y |
Thomas Garrett |
Justin Pauly |
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Motion to approve todays agenda |
7:30 AM |
Nigel Harrold |
Jessica Lawerence |
Unanimously |
Motion to approve meeting minutes |
7:30 AM |
Nigel Harrold |
Jessica Lawerence |
Unanimously |
Meeting adjourned at |
8:30 Am |
Nigel Harrold |
Justin Pauly |
Unanimously |
Informational and Discussion Items
2025-2026 Budget Presentation
2025-2026 Budget Approval
Ridgeview United Update
Summer Bridge 2025
AVID Interviews
PBIS Fun Fridays
April 2025
Agenda
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
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April 15, 2025
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” |
Warren |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates · Final Budget Analysis · Testing · 25-26 School Year (Calendar and Personnel) · End of the Year Events · 8th Grade Ceremony |
Garrett |
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Public Comment: · Ridgeview United Update · Ridgeview Enhancing the Experience Update |
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” |
Warren |
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Minutes
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Minutes
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Warren, Elected Parent (2025); Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025); Jessica Lawrence, Nominated Community Member (2025); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
Members in attendance: Garrett, Kemp, Lawrence, Harris, Harrold, Wolfe, Sinon, Nash
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April 15, 2025
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” Elections and committees added to agenda Motion: Harrold Second: Lawrence Vote: Approved unanimously |
Warren |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” Motion: Harris Second: Kemp Vote: Approved unanimously |
Warren |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates · Final Budget Analysis: Budget approved but county is taking a budget cut so there may be adjustments made (no property taxes for senior citizens – Looney is trying to keep personnel cuts to district office); with potential budget cuts, ideas were discussed to raise funds for the school like a fun run or knocking on doors to raise money · Testing: Milestones testing starts Monday; Mr. Wright is the testing coordinator and has been working hard to organize all details · 25-26 School Year (Calendar and Personnel): Calendar has been set and will be reviewed by leadership this week; losing three math (one promotion), two ELA, one science, one social studies, and one media specialist; hiring one, possibly two, new Spanish – cannot hire yet due to surplus · End of the Year Events: Three musical days, all music program concerts, 8th grade picnic, 8th grade graduation, 8th grade dance, Olympics · 8th Grade Ceremony |
Garrett |
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Public Comment: · Ridgeview United Update: survey for students for club information; summer bridge will be conducted July 16-18 (need to set an itinerary); break bag materials are ready to be assembled – will start using them next year · Ridgeview Enhancing the Experience Update: open house was not successful; newsletter is running; social media is doing well; committee purpose has too much overlap with Ridgeview United – required to have a public outreach committee, but do we need this committee? · Wellness Room Update: Yoga mats, exercise equipment, massage chairs, unveiling for teacher appreciation week · Elections are coming up |
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By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” Motion: Harrold Second: Harris |
Warren |
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Summary
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Date/Time: April 15, 2025|7:30 AM Location: Media Center
SGC Member Attendance
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
Y |
Mackenzie Sinon, Appointed Staff Member |
Y |
Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member |
Y |
Lisa Nash, Elected Parent |
Y |
Adrian Haris, Elected Staff Member |
Y |
Thomas Garrett, Principal |
Y |
Justin Pauly, Elected Parent |
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Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member |
Y |
Eldreus Warren, Elected Parent |
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Jessica Lawerence, Elected Community Member |
Y |
Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member |
Y |
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Guest Attendance: None
Meeting Minutes Summary
Action Items:
Motion |
Time |
By Whom |
Second By |
Voting Results |
Meeting called to order at |
ü |
Thomas Garrett |
Justin Pauly |
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Motion to approve today's agenda |
7:30 AM |
Nigel Harrold |
Jessica Lawerence |
Unanimously |
Motion to approve meeting minutes |
7:30 AM |
Adrian Harris |
Michelle Kemp |
Unanimously |
Meeting adjourned at |
8:30 Am |
Nigel Harrold |
Adrian Harris |
Unanimously |
Informational and Discussion Items
Final Budget Analysis
· Testing
· 25-26 School Year (Calendar and Personnel)
· End of the Year Events
· 8th Grade Ceremony
May 2025
Agenda
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Governance Council
Agenda
Members: Lisa Nash, Elected Parent (2026); Niger Harrold, Elected Staff Member (2025); Adrian Harris, Elected Staff Member (2026); Justin Pauly, Elected Parent (2025); Eldrecus Mackenzie Sinon, Elected Parent (2025); Jessica Lawrence; Appointed Staff Member (2024); Abigail Wolfe, Appointed Staff Member (2025); Michelle Kemp, Appointed Community Member (2025);); Thomas Garrett, Principal (non-voting member)
Members Present: Lisa Nash, Michelle Kemp, Niger Harrold, Jessica Lawrence, Abby Wolfe, Thomas Garrett, Mackenzie Sinon
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May 6, 2025
In person at RCMS in the Media Center
Time |
Detail |
Responsible Party |
7:30 am |
Call to Order |
Garrett |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the meeting agenda?” |
Garrett |
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Action Item: “May I have a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes?” |
Garrett |
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Discussion: Principal’s Updates · 2025-2026 Members: · Charter Money Updates: · Panther Peek Change: · Personnel: · International Night: · 2025-2026 Calendar: · Summer Bridge: |
Garrett |
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Public Comment: |
Harrold Lawerence |
By 8:30am |
Action Item: “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?” |
Garrett |
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