Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Markita Smith’s organization
Aug 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board Of Directors Of MS Delta Academies Minutes
The board reviewed monthly and preliminary year-end financial reports, noting the organization's strong financial health and positive outlook for framework evaluations. The Executive Director provided updates on the Notice of Concern, the Corrective Action Plan, local public school merger impacts, enrollment figures, and student achievement data. The board received information regarding employee benefits and recent changes to the state student attendance policy. Additionally, the board held closed sessions to discuss personnel matters, including an employment-related letter, and to address legal strategy and potential litigation involving the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board and Leflore Legacy Academy. The board also rescheduled their next meeting.
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The board discussed and took action on several items, including the removal of a board member and the renewal of a board member's term for an additional three years. Financial reports for the period through March, along with monthly purchases exceeding $5,000, were presented and approved. The executive director provided updates on auditing services, resulting in the selection of Ericsson Cantrell as the provider for a three-year term. Additionally, the board approved a Sexual Abuse & Molestation Policy and authorized the creation of a future meeting calendar.
Apr 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Directors of MS Delta Academies Minutes
The board meeting included a presentation on the renewal of various insurance coverages, which was subsequently approved. The Chair's report addressed member communication and potential board resignation. Financial reports were reviewed and approved, including expenditures exceeding $5,000 for group health insurance. The Executive Director provided updates on special education reporting and potential facility opportunities. The board also reviewed a policy regarding abuse and molestation, with further action postponed for revisions, and received a report on the success of the recent fundraising event.
Mar 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Directors of MS Delta Academies Minutes
The board meeting agenda focused on several key administrative and operational items. The Chair reported on mandatory compliance requirements regarding economic interest forms and addressed board member participation and commitment. Monthly financial reports, including expenditures exceeding $5,000, were reviewed and approved. Additionally, committees provided updates on an upcoming fundraising event and discussed strategies for student recruitment and retention.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
