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May 2025 Board Meeting Briefing

Posted Date: 6/02/25 (6:33 PM)
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The Rapoport Academy Public School Board held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 20. The agenda included recognitions, approvals, important reports, and updates. The full meeting is available on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/C4x5EQA9I1I

Recognitions & Celebrations:

  • Recognized board members with expiring terms for their service.
  • Celebrated the Middle School Girls Soccer Team's recent district championship.
  • Announced and celebrated the Teachers and Staff of the Year from each campus.
  • Highlighted and congratulated J. McCray, our published student author.
Approvals:
  • Approved consent agenda items:
    • Meeting minutes, financial reports, and enrollment reports.
    • Expense requests for cameras and vape sensors at Raven Court.
    • Adjustment of access control for the vestibule at Quinn Campus.
    • Replacement water fountains for Quinn Campus and DCAC.
    • Summer facilities updates and related projects.
    • Summer workdays for specific projects and onboarding new staff.
  • Approved the Year 3 TSL (Texas Science Leadership) proposal.
Reports & Discussions:
  • Received an update on the progress of the Raven Court history wall.
  • Heard an update on the Athletics program, including recognition of the board's support for the basketball team.
  • Received an update from the Technology Department.
  • Reviewed hiring updates for the district.
  • Reviewed a training/strategic plan proposal for Region 12 (R12).
  • Jennifer Whitlark presented a detailed report from the Religious Text Committee, including:
    • Number of lessons reviewed.
    • Number of lessons with identified religious references.
    • Breakdown of lessons upheld, edited, or removed.
    • Discussion focused on the board's desire for historical accuracy, factual information, and balance.
  • Presentation of a document summarizing categorical information and actions related to the recent faculty representative report on incentives.
Announcements:
  • Welcoming a new parent representative at the June board meeting.
  • Still seeking a faculty representative from the Elementary level – please reach out if interested!