Educational Excellence School Advisory Council

7541 North Miami Beach Senior High School

Verified EESAC Meeting Minutes for:    01/17/2024  02:45 PM

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Recording Secretary:    Alexander Burger

Location of meeting:    Rm. 710

Was a quorum established?    Yes

Was the meeting advertised?    Yes,  01/07/2024

Attendance:

Members Present:

Milliken, Randy (Principal)
Fray, Beulah R (Alternate Principal)
Davis, James (Union Steward)
Burger, Alexander M (Teacher)
Gedeon, Ralph R (Teacher)
Leroy, Christel K (Teacher)
Martin, Veronica (Teacher)
Stovall, Rashi (Teacher)
Hepburn-Murray, Darien R (Alternate Teacher/Paraprofessional)
Clerizier, Edma (Educational Support Employee)
Magny, Arielle (Alternate Educational Support)
Bernabe, Walter (Parent)
Moscova, Geanne (Parent)
Correa, Veronica (Alternate Parent)
Capers, Ashlene-Em (Student)
Delinois, Jeany G (Student)
Francois, Briandith (Student)
Jonas, Shermaelle T (Student)
Pierre-Louis, Kellycha (Student)
Raudales, Gively (Student)
Sadrac, Midrac M (Student)
Sawyer, Andre (Student)
Ermulda, Fortune (Alternate Student)
Currie-Williams, Michelle (Business/Community Representative)

Members Absent (Excused):

No one had an excused absence.

Members Absent (Unexcused):

No one had an unexcused absence.

Others Present:

No one else was present.

Topics Covered:

Welcome
Chair: Mr. Gedeon, EESAC Chairperson, initiated the meeting.
Quorum Confirmation: Established at 2:53 p.m.
Introductions
Acknowledgment of attendees without specific details.
Review and Approval of Prior Minutes
Date of Previous Meeting: December 18, 2023.
Discussion: Ms. Stoval sought clarification on EESAC funds, which Mr. Gedeon addressed comprehensively.
Motion to Approve: Proposed by Ms. Hepburn Murray and seconded by Ms. Leroy Peralta.
Review of EESAC Roster and Bylaws
No specific updates noted.
Program Updates
SIP Review
Presenter: Ms. Fray, AP
Details: Ongoing testing for PM2, with completion expected by the end of the week. US History and MYA have completed topic tests. An ETO visit is scheduled for February, with the School Improvement Plan to be updated based on their feedback.
Title One
Presenter: Ms. Fray, AP
Details: Title 1 visit occurred today.
Ms. Fray provided an update on the SIP. We have entered phase V of the School Improvement Process. The Midyear Reflection was discussed.
Budget Review and Approval of Funding Requests
Current Balance: $18,042.14.
Funding Requests: None reported.
Reports & Updates
Students
Class of 2025: Planning a Valentine's Day dance and a junior brunch.
SGA: Organizing activities for Black History Month aimed at teachers, students, and staff.
5000 Role Models: Andre Sawyer and Raymond Cuevas were awarded scholarships for their year-round dedication.
Band: Preparation for concert band and solo ensemble performances, with grading by a panel of judges.
JROTC: Preparing for a parade and upcoming competitions to showcase teams county-wide.
Dance Team: Preparation for solo and ensemble performances and competitions.
Soccer: Efforts to enhance skills and team performance, with concerns about recognition compared to the football team. Mr. Gedeon reassured the team of the administration's support.
WOT: Planning a field trip to MDC Medical Campus, highlighting a strong interest in healthcare fields.
NHS: Beach cleanup in Fort Lauderdale and planning for a grill-out and school cleanup events.
Key Club: Planning a mock election rally and fundraising activities.
GEMS: Benefited from an Upward Bound presentation on financial literacy, with an emphasis on leadership development within the club.
PTSA & Parents
No specific updates provided.
Community
MDC: Reported enrollment growth, competitive scholarships, and the opening of a Career Closet for professional attire.
Upward Bound: Promoted college readiness with upcoming Scholastic Academy opportunity.
Faculty & Staff
Second-Hand Store: Under construction, with updates to follow.
Feeding South Florida: Successful food drive, distributing over 120 canned goods in the school and community.
Administration
Updates: Discussed building maintenance issues, track and field progress, PM2 testing, and the development of a police explorers program. Celebrated the performance of basketball and soccer teams and encouraged game attendance.
Meetings: Announced senior and junior class meetings, with a focus on positive decision-making.
Town Hall Meeting: Hosted by Dr. Gallon to discuss the NMB and MDC partnership.
Acknowledgments: Mr. Milliken praised Dr. Curry and welcomed Ms. Puentes as a new student intern.
UTD
Opportunities: Highlighted an essay opportunity for students, the finalized MDCPS calendar, and upcoming events including the yearly picnic, and teacher awards.
Legislative Focus: Ms. Stovall emphasized attention to education legislation and restrictions.
Awards: Carlos Schaffer nominated for Paraprofessional of the Year, with Ms. Leroy Peralta serving on the judging panel.
Next Meeting Date
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Closure
Motion to Close: Proposed by Ms. Leroy Peralta and seconded by Andre Sawyer.