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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.
2024-25 SGC Meeting Documents
August 2025
Agenda
August 28, 2024 SGC Agenda
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: 08/28/2024
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
|
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
|
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Amber Woolfolk |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
Meeting Norms: Silence Phones, Be Respectful of Others’ Opinions, Work for the good of all Students
8:00AM Call to Order (Principal)
8:02AM Action Item: Approve Agenda (Principal)
8:05AM Action Item: Approve May 2024 Minutes (Principal)
8:10AM Discussion Item: Member Introductions (All Members)
8:15AM Action Item: Elect New Officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Parliamentarian) (Principal)
8:25AM Action Item: Action Items: Staff Standing Committees (Budget and Finance, Outreach and Communication, Principal Selection) (Chair)
8:30AM Discussion Item: Confirm Parent/Community Superintendent Advisory Council Representative
8:35AM Discussion Item: Determine Meeting Schedule for SY24-25) (All Members)
8:40AM Discussion Item: Strategic Planning
8:50AM Informational Item: Principal’s Update (Principal)
A. Potential School Staffing Changes
B. Shifts in District Policy or School Practices
C. Calendar of Upcoming School Events
9:00 Discussion Item: Draft Next Meeting’s Agenda (All Members)
9:05 Action Item: Meeting Adjournment (Chair)
Notes and Reminders
* Action items: All action items require a motion, a second and a vote (even seemingly simple things like the agenda and meeting minutes need to be voted on). Remember that principals and student members are not voting members, so even if they are designated as an owner of an action item, the voting members of the council will be responsible for motioning, seconding and voting on the item.
* Discussion items: These are agenda items that solicit feedback from council members. They do not require a vote.
* Informational items: It is common for councils to receive updates throughout the school year related to the day-to-day management of the school or district happenings. Informational items are usually meant to keep the council up to date on important topics even if they do not fall under the purview of the council. These items do not require a vote.
* Running the first meeting: Note that in this agenda the principal runs most of the meeting until the point at which officers are elected and the newly elected chair takes the lead. This is a great practice as there will not technically be a standing chair at the beginning of the first meeting of the year. (Note: if the previous chair is still sitting on the council, they are welcome to run the beginning of year meeting until a new chair is elected)
* Staffing your committees: Remember that all SGC members should be a part of at least one committee. The Budget and Finance Committee and the Communications and Outreach Committee require a Chair (any voting SGC member), the principal, three voting SGC members and can have up to three additional SGC or external members. Also, every school needs a Principal Selection Committee regardless of whether they believe that their principal position might become vacant. This committee is comprised of the SGC Chair and three additional voting SGC members.
* Nominating a representative for the Superintendent’s Parent/Community Advisory Council: All schools are asked to select a representative to serve on the Superintendent’s Parent/Community Advisory Council. This group meets monthly with the superintendent to provide feedback and receive updates on important issues affecting FCS schools and local communities. Meeting dates/times/locations will be sent out to representatives prior to the first advisory council meeting. If a representative is unable to attend a meeting, another member of the council can attend in their place.
* Drafting your next meeting agenda: It is a best practice to draft an agenda for your next meeting at the end of each meeting to help your council plan its upcoming work. If unforeseen events require a council to modify the agenda, the council can simply edit the agenda and vote to approve the modified agenda at the beginning of the next council meeting.
Summary
August 28, 2024, SGC Meeting Summary
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: 08/28/2024
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
Meeting Attendance |
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
Absent |
|
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
|
Amber Woolfolk |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
Absent |
Action Items
|
Motion |
By Whom |
Second |
Voting Results |
|
Approve Agenda |
Bowdoin |
Keown |
All approved |
|
Approve Community Member nominee Anna McLaurin |
Moskowitz |
Bowdoin |
All approved |
|
Elect New Officers |
Moskowitz |
Madigan |
All approved |
|
Approve proposed charter dollar expenditures |
Moskowitz |
McLaurin |
All approved |
|
Meeting Adjournment |
Duncan |
McLaurin |
All approved |
Information and Discussion Items:
The meeting was called to order at 8:04 am.
The officer and committee slates were established for vote as follows:
Chair – Hilary Moskowitz
Vice Chair – Jessica Bowdoin
Parliamentarian – Lindsey Keown
Budget and Finance Committee: Kelly Madigan, Hilary Moskowitz, Amber Woolfolk, Jennifer Cassidy
Communication and Outreach Committee: Lindsey Keown, Tracy Duncan, Patrice Payment, Jennifer Cassidy
Principal Selection Committee: Hilary Moskowitz, Jessica Bowdoin, Daneen Greer, Tracy Duncan
Ms. Cassidy updated the council on the SEAT enrollment process and potential staffing adjustments due to enrollment.
The council approved $21, 301.65 in charter dollar expenditures for Boxing Club, Saturday School Buses and supplies, field trip buses, the 8th grade field trip, the media center books and maker space, and a repair to our school marquee.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:03 AM and the next meeting date is October TBD.
Minutes
August 28, 2024, SGC Meeting Minutes
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: 08/28/2024
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
Meeting Attendance |
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
Absent |
|
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
|
Amber Woolfolk |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
Absent |
Action Items
|
Motion |
By Whom |
Second |
Voting Results |
Notes |
|
Approve Agenda |
Bowdoin |
Keown |
All approved |
|
|
Approve Community Member nominee Anna McLaurin |
Moskowitz |
Bowdoin |
All approved |
|
|
Elect New Officers |
Moskowitz |
Madigan |
All approved |
See minutes for full list. |
|
Approve proposed charter dollar expenditures |
Moskowitz |
McLaurin |
All approved |
See minutes for itemized list. |
|
Meeting Adjournment |
Duncan |
McLaurin |
All approved |
|
Information and Discussion Items:
The meeting was called to order at 8:04 am. Council members took time for introductions and opportunities to welcome new members. Ms. Cassidy nominated Patrice Payment for the vacant community member seat. The nomination was approved by a unanimous vote.
The officer and committee slates were established for vote as follows:
Chair – Hilary Moskowitz
Vice Chair – Jessica Bowdoin
Parliamentarian – Lindsey Keown
Budget and Finance Committee: Kelly Madigan, Hilary Moskowitz, Amber Woolfolk, Jennifer Cassidy
Communication and Outreach Committee: Lindsey Keown, Tracy Duncan, Patrice Payment, Jennifer Cassidy
Principal Selection Committee: Hilary Moskowitz, Jessica Bowdoin, Daneen Greer, Tracy Duncan (All schools must staff a principal selection committee even if there is no anticipated vacancy).
Ms. Cassidy updated the council on the SEAT enrollment process and potential staffing adjustments due to enrollment. We are about 20 students under our projected enrollment and may potentially lose a teacher allocation.
The council approved $21, 301.65 in charter dollar expenditures for Boxing Club, Saturday School Buses and supplies, field trip buses, the 8th grade field trip, the media center books and maker space, and a repair to our school marquee. Expenditures include the following items:
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Boxing Mentoring registration fees: $500
-
Saturday School Buses 4x$450: $1800
-
Field Trip Buses (5 per grade level): $6000
-
8th grade field trip costs: $3500
-
Media Center (Books and Maker Space supplies): $5000
-
Marquee Repair: $4001.65
The meeting was adjourned at 9:03 AM and the next meeting date is October TBD.
October 2024
Agenda
October 9, 2024, SGC Agenda
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Time: 07:45 AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Amber Woolfolk |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
Meeting Norms: Silence Phones, Be Respectful of Others’ Opinions, Work for the good of all Students
07:45 Call to Order (Chair))
07:46 Action Item: Approve Agenda (Chair)
7:48 Action Item: Approve August 2024 Minutes (Chair)
7:50 Discussion Item: SGC Council Development Opportunities (Officer Training and Cross Council) ** (All Members)
7:58 Discussion Item: Review 2024 Council Self-Assessment and Create Initiatives*** (All Members)
8:08 Action Item: Approve School Strategic Plan (Principal)
8:18 Informational Item: Principal’s Update (Principal)
8:23 Discussion Item: Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals (Principal)
8:28 Discussion Item: Draft Next Meeting’s Agenda (All Members)
8:30 Action Item: Meeting Adjournment (Chair)
Notes and Reminders
* Action items: All action items require a motion, a second and a vote (even seemingly simple things like the agenda and meeting minutes need to be voted on). Remember that principals and student members are not voting members, so even if they are designated as an owner of an action item, the voting members of the council will be responsible for motioning, seconding and voting on the item.
* Discussion items: These are agenda items that solicit feedback from council members. They do not require a vote.
* Informational items: It is common for councils to receive updates throughout the school year related to the day-to-day management of the school or district happenings. Informational items are usually meant to keep the council up to date on important topics even if they do not fall under the purview of the council. These items do not require a vote.
Officer Training (Required for All Council Officers)
Our Chairs, Vice-Chairs and Parliamentarians serve as leaders on their councils and liaisons within their communities. This training will offer our officers the opportunity to learn from the Governance Team and each other about council responsibilities and tactics for focusing the work of their teams on the strategic vision of their school.
Cross Council Opportunities
The Governance Team is excited to share with you that we will be hosting a series of Cross Council meetings meant to support SGCs with the task of aligning their work for the school year to the strategic goals and initiatives of their specific school as well as those of the district. These sessions will offer members the opportunity to work and hear from councils around the district and engage in discussions with the Governance & Flexibility Team. The meetings will take place in-person at the dates/times/locations below. We encourage all SGCs to select up to two members to attend one of the sessions and register to attend using the links below. Note, each session will cover similar content, so your team does not need to register for multiple sessions.
Summary
October 9, 2024 SGC Meeting Summary
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: 10/9/2024
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members: Names in BOLD = present
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Amber Woolfolk |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
woolfolkam@fultonschools.org |
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Action Items
|
Motion |
By Whom |
Second |
Voting Results |
|
Approve Agenda |
Bowdoin |
Madigan |
All approved |
|
Approve August 2024 Minutes |
Payment |
McLaurin |
All approved |
|
Approve School Strategic Plan |
Duncan |
Payment |
All approved |
|
Meeting Adjournment |
McLaurin |
Greer |
All approved |
Information and Discussion Items:
The meeting was called to order at 7:48 am.
Ms. Cassidy discussed potential development opportunities and requirements for SGC council officers, as well as meeting dates and attendance by SGC council members.
Ms. Cassidy reviewed the results of SGC self-assessment with the council, calling for a need to focus on communication about the how and why of SGC for the coming school year. Main initiative discussed was the creation/continuation of a section of the weekly newsletter.
Ms. Cassidy did a walkthrough of the metrics from the district-level re-assignment of strategic plan models and goals, which include 6 main areas and metrics from which schools (and councils) can choose for areas of focus for improvement or maintenance of goals. The discussion linked previous year’s data from academic achievement and survey results to the metrics and goals proposed.
The council approved $12,550 for seated chorus risers, bus costs for away sports games, referee costs for sports games, new basketball uniforms, and a school library partnership with the nonprofit organization, Page Turners Make Great Learners.
The council set a next meeting date for December 4th.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:40am.
Minutes
October 9, 2024, SGC Minutes
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Time: 07:45 AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
|
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Amber Woolfolk |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
Meeting Norms: Silence Phones, Be Respectful of Others’ Opinions, Work for the good of all Students
07:45 Call to Order (Chair)
-
Called to order by HM @ 7:48
07:46 Action Item: Approve Agenda (Chair)
-
Motion: JB, Second: KM
-
Approved
7:48 Action Item: Approve August 2024 Minutes (Chair)
-
Motion: PP, Second: AM
7:50 Discussion Item: SGC Council Development Opportunities (Officer Training and Cross Council) ** (All Members)
-
Meeting with Looney Cancelled due to hurricane 10/4
-
Woolfolk headed to today’s cross-council meeting 10/9
-
Chair, Vice-Chair, and Parliamentarian need to do officer training if not done previously—linked in agenda end-notes
7:58 Discussion Item: Review 2024 Council Self-Assessment and Create Initiatives*** (All Members)
-
Self-assessment results: area of need = communication about who & why for SGC
-
Continuation of Council Corner in Hawk Talk newsletter – communicating how money is being spent & on what & communication about how SGC functions in the middle school
-
Communication (Council Corner): link spending to strategic plan and parts of plan that spending supports
8:08 Action Item: Approve School Strategic Plan (Principal)
-
Council task = vote to approve metrics for strategic plan
-
District level re-assignment of strategic plan models/goals: 6 main areas for strategic plans
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Enhance performance for all students
-
Prioritize safety and operational efficiency
-
Ensure impactful programming
-
Strengthen employee engagement
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Utilize fiscal resources effectively
-
Deepen community connections
-
School SGC chooses which goals on which to focus based on school grade level & community needs – at HBMS, we’ve had a focus on reading proficiency and literacy.
-
Proposed metric (Cassidy): Goal -Enhance performance for all students; HBMS Metric - Reading at or above grade level
-
62.9% of students reading at GL measured by last year’s RELA Milestones scores. Increase by 5% for this year.
-
Specific focus on ESOL students – ~25% of our students are English-Language Learners.
-
Proposed metric (Cassidy): Goal – Prioritize safety and operational efficiency; HBMS Metric – ISS & OSS
-
Ended school year with # of in-school (ISS) and out-of-school suspensions (OSS); decrease to # for this year
-
Tiered discipline system outlined in student code of conduct – tiers influence discipline consequences like ISS & OSS
-
Parent members share concerns about the metric’s focus on reducing suspensions if effective interventions aren’t being implemented & the need to increase positive PR
-
Cassidy shares interventions in place and data about middle school metrics across the district/wider range (check & connect, boxing mentorship program)
-
Ideas supporting mentorship for kids shared: Girls on the Run, Eagle’s Nest weekly mentors,
-
Idea supporting positive PR support: communication of data about disciplinary consequences
-
Proposed metric (Cassidy): Goal: Impactful programming; HBMS Metric: ESOL proficiency in ELA
-
9.22% of ELLs were proficient on ELA Milestones last year; target group = not newcomers but kids served in ESOL long-term
-
Proposed metric (Cassidy): Goal: Strengthen employee engagement; HBMS metric: employee satisfaction
-
55% of employees said they were satisfied and would recommend HBMS as a place to work
-
Get more employees to take the survey
-
Proposed metric (Cassidy): Goal: Utilize fiscal resources effectively; HBMS metric: charter dollar expenditures
-
Last year = spent 99%, this year, spend 100%
-
Proposed metric (Cassidy): Goal: Deepen community connections; HBMS Metric: student attendance
-
Last year = 12% of students absent 10% or more days; decrease below 10% this year
-
Interventions in place: phone call home, boxing club and mentorship programs
-
Getting kids to school – ideas for early drop-offs; funding positions and options for that
-
Vote for approval of metrics: Motion TD, Second PP
-
Strategic plan approved
8:18 Informational Item: Principal’s Update (Principal)
-
Repeated info from metrics discussion for highlights
8:23 Discussion Item: Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals (Principal)
-
Seated risers - $5000 ($12000 needed, fundraiser ongoing through chorus)
-
Bus costs for away sports $1500 (pulled from last year’s costs)
-
Referee costs 2550
-
New basketball uniforms $2000
-
Page Turners $1500
-
Motion PP, Second AM
-
All proposed expenditures approved; ~$12,500 remaining
8:28 Discussion Item: Draft Next Meeting’s Agenda (All Members)
-
Next meeting = December 4th
8:30 Action Item: Meeting Adjournment (Chair)
-
Adjourned @ 8:40am
Notes and Reminders
* Action items: All action items require a motion, a second and a vote (even seemingly simple things like the agenda and meeting minutes need to be voted on). Remember that principals and student members are not voting members, so even if they are designated as an owner of an action item, the voting members of the council will be responsible for motioning, seconding and voting on the item.
* Discussion items: These are agenda items that solicit feedback from council members. They do not require a vote.
* Informational items: It is common for councils to receive updates throughout the school year related to the day-to-day management of the school or district happenings. Informational items are usually meant to keep the council up to date on important topics even if they do not fall under the purview of the council. These items do not require a vote.
Officer Training (Required for All Council Officers)
Our Chairs, Vice-Chairs and Parliamentarians serve as leaders on their councils and liaisons within their communities. This training will offer our officers the opportunity to learn from the Governance Team and each other about council responsibilities and tactics for focusing the work of their teams on the strategic vision of their school.
Cross Council Opportunities
The Governance Team is excited to share with you that we will be hosting a series of Cross Council meetings meant to support SGCs with the task of aligning their work for the school year to the strategic goals and initiatives of their specific school as well as those of the district. These sessions will offer members the opportunity to work and hear from councils around the district and engage in discussions with the Governance & Flexibility Team. The meetings will take place in-person at the dates/times/locations below. We encourage all SGCs to select up to two members to attend one of the sessions and register to attend using the links below. Note, each session will cover similar content, so your team does not need to register for multiple sessions.
December 2024
Agenda
December 4, 2024 SGC Agenda
School:
Date: 12/4/2024
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Vacant |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Meeting Norms: Silence Phones, Be respectful of Others’ Opinions, Work for the good of all Students
07.45 Call to Order (Chair)
07:46 Action Item: Approve Agenda (Chair)
07:48 Action Item: Approve October 2024 Minutes (Chair)
07:50 Discussion Item: Schedule Spring Committee Meetings* (All Members)
07:58 Informational Item: Superintendent Advisory Council Update (Advisory Council Representative)
08:08 Public Comment
08:18 Discussion Item: Strategic Monitoring** (Principal)
08:28 Discussion Item: Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals (All Members)
08:30 Action Item: Approve Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals*** (Chair)
08:32 Informational Item: Principal’s Update (Principal)
-Community Member resignation
-End of semester celebrations
08:40 Discussion Item: Draft Next Meeting’s Agenda (All Members)
08:45 Action Item: Meeting Adjournment (Chair)
Notes and Reminders
*Committee Meetings
Outreach & Communication Committees should plan to meet in January to start planning for the Spring Parent & Teacher Elections. Budget & Finance Committees should plan to meet in February to prepare for the council’s annual budget approval.
**Strategic Monitoring (December)
- December: Cabinetand Board of Education will be approving plans. School will receive notification when all plans have been approved.
- Ongoing: Councils should develop a plan to share their Strategic Action Plans with the school community and communicate the school's goals and progress.
- Initial Monitoring: Councils should identify one or two key actions or tasks to prioritize for direct engagement throughout the school year. Additionally, please be prepared to provide initial progress updates on these selected areas.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication to the success of your school.
***Charter Dollars
This year, schools have received $46,391 in Charter Dollars to help meet their strategic goals through local innovative solutions. These funds should be used for non-personnel purchases such as supplies, registrations, communications, etc. When purchasing personnel, schools are advised to use other funding sources allowable for positions. If Charter Dollars are requested for personnel, the expenditure will require approval from the Zone Superintendent, SGC, and Executive Director of Governance and Strategy. Additionally, any materials purchased to support literacy instruction must align with GaDOE literacy requirements.
Each Charter Dollar expenditure requires an SGC vote for approval, the completion of the Charter Dollar Expenditure Form, and is subject to the same district guidelines that govern school cost center budgets. All Charter Dollars must be spent in the year they are received to support our current student population. We encourage SGCs to schedule discussions early in the year to plan for these expenditures, ensuring all purchases are made before end-of-year spending deadlines. See our Charter Dollar Matrix for examples of FCS-supported expenditures.
Summary
December 4, 2024, SGC Meeting Summary
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: 12/4/2024
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members: Members in BOLD = present
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Vacant |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Action Items
|
Motion |
By Whom |
Second |
Voting Results |
|
Approve Agenda |
Bowdoin |
McLaurin |
All approved |
|
Approve October 2024 Minutes |
McLaurin |
Bowdoin |
All approved |
|
Approve Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals |
Payment |
McLaurin |
All approved |
|
Meeting Adjournment |
Payment |
Greer |
All approved |
Information and Discussion Items:
The meeting was called to order at 7:50 am.
Ms. Cassidy discussed the approval of meeting dates in the spring and the council’s need to await finalizing schedules for certain meetings because there will be specific window dates for items that will require SGC attention. The council agreed.
Ms. Moskowitz updated the council on her attendance and notes from a September Superintendent Advisory Council meeting, which focused primarily on safety and security updates for the county, expansion of CTAE offerings, and virtual learning.
Ms. McLaurin also updated the council about her attendance and notes from the October Superintendent Advisory Council meeting, which included discussion of new budgeting parameters, calendar scheduling, and potential redistricting needs for the coming school year.
The council approved $6157.50 in charter dollar expenditures for PBIS store supplies, additional seated risers for chorus, technology fines amnesty fund, and the 7th grade ELA Star Lab experience.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:28am.
Minutes
December 4, 2024 SGC Minutes
School:
Date: 12/4/2024
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members: BOLD = present
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Vacant |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Meeting Norms: Silence Phones, Be respectful of Others’ Opinions, Work for the good of all Students
07.45 Call to Order (Chair)
07:46 Action Item: Approve Agenda (Chair)
07:48 Action Item: Approve October 2024 Minutes (Chair)
07:50 Discussion Item: Schedule Spring Committee Meetings* (All Members)
Planning in progress for candidacy windows, budgets, etc.
Our SGC will set meeting dates for spring when we have timelines for when necessary documents and windows; that way we can set meetings at beneficial times.
07:58 Informational Item: Superintendent Advisory Council Update (Advisory Council Representative)
Moskowitz & McLaurin went to council meetings. HM’s meeting attended was on safety and security and she summarized: They’re using software monitoring called Linewize on student laptops to identify threats, which are flagged to a system actively monitored and threats can be responded to in minutes. Does not monitor personal cell phones and devices but does monitor any FCS device even on home WiFi networks. Parent app will be rolling out at some point in the future. Town halls incoming for different aspects of digital citizenship. Expansion of CTAE offerings, increase in STEM labs, higher grad rate for children going through CTAE programs, increase in virtual learning and hiring of adjunct teachers to supply that instruction.
Coverage at AM’s meeting: budgeting – loss of media paraprofessionals, enrollment is down but budget is increasing and county has to find ways to reduce funding. Changes to budget parameters – counselor ratio reduction only gives us one counselor but flex spending not available so we can’t purchase the second counselor. Not gaining the AP position due to enrollment. Discussion of redistricting based on low enrollment (less than 450 students). Voting on calendar changes for next year.
08:08 Public Comment
No public attendance; no public comment
08:18 Discussion Item: Strategic Monitoring** (Principal)
Public release of CCRPI on Friday, 12/6. Cassidy summarized that a majority of CCRPI based on Milestones, some portions based on other factors (ACCESS testing, CTAE, closing the gaps, attendance, etc.)
Taking Reading iReady diagnostic, next Wednesday (12/11) will take Math – iReady diagnostics are good predictors of Milestones readiness and midyear results are useful in planning instruction for spring semester.
08:28 Discussion Item: Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals (All Members)
Requests for approval & review of expenditures so far
-
PBIS Store Supplies $2000
-
Add’l Seated Risers (Chorus) $1500
-
Technology Fines Amnesty $2000
-
7th ELA Star Lab Experience $657.50
08:30 Action Item: Approve Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals*** (Chair)
Motion: PP, 2nd: AM
Vote Passed 100%
08:32 Informational Item: Principal’s Update (Principal)
-Community Member resignation
Vacancy on SGC member roster, previous community member moved. SGC brainstormed ideas: Eagle’s Nest, Home Church, Mentorship Boxing program owners, manager/director of local stores/offices of corporations
-End of semester celebrations
Last week of school planning, treats, events. This year:
Dance (during the school day, different grade levels). PBIS points can be used to buy a ticket. Anyone with 0 demerits automatically gets a ticket.
Bingo throughout the school day.
08:40 Discussion Item: Draft Next Meeting’s Agenda (All Members)
08:45 Action Item: Meeting Adjournment (Chair)
Motion: PP, 2nd: DG; Approved 100%
Meeting adjourned 8:28am
Notes and Reminders
*Committee Meetings
Outreach & Communication Committees should plan to meet in January to start planning for the Spring Parent & Teacher Elections. Budget & Finance Committees should plan to meet in February to prepare for the council’s annual budget approval.
**Strategic Monitoring (December)
-
December: Cabinet and Board of Education will be approving plans. School will receive notification when all plans have been approved.
-
Ongoing: Councils should develop a plan to share their Strategic Action Plans with the school community and communicate the school's goals and progress.
-
Initial Monitoring: Councils should identify one or two key actions or tasks to prioritize for direct engagement throughout the school year. Additionally, please be prepared to provide initial progress updates on these selected areas.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication to the success of your school.
***Charter Dollars
This year, schools have received $46,391 in Charter Dollars to help meet their strategic goals through local innovative solutions. These funds should be used for non-personnel purchases such as supplies, registrations, communications, etc. When purchasing personnel, schools are advised to use other funding sources allowable for positions. If Charter Dollars are requested for personnel, the expenditure will require approval from the Zone Superintendent, SGC, and Executive Director of Governance and Strategy. Additionally, any materials purchased to support literacy instruction must align with GaDOE literacy requirements.
Each Charter Dollar expenditure requires an SGC vote for approval, the completion of the Charter Dollar Expenditure Form, and is subject to the same district guidelines that govern school cost center budgets. All Charter Dollars must be spent in the year they are received to support our current student population. We encourage SGCs to schedule discussions early in the year to plan for these expenditures, ensuring all purchases are made before end-of-year spending deadlines. See our Charter Dollar Matrix for examples of FCS-supported expenditures.
March 2025
Agenda
March 12, 2025
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: March 12, 2025
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Vacant |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Meeting Norms: Silence Phones, Be respectful of Others’ Opinions, Work for the good of all Students
07.45 Call to Order (Chair)
07:46 Action Item: Approve Agenda (Chair)
07:48 Action Item: Approve December 2024 Minutes (Chair)
07:50 Action Item: Annual Budget Approval (All Members) FY26 Annual Budget Approval Form.
07:58 Informational Item: SGC Election Candidates
08:08 Public Comment
08:18 Discussion Item: Strategic Monitoring** (Principal)
08:28 Discussion Item: Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals (All Members)
08:30 Action Item: Approve Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals*** (Chair)
08:32 Informational Item: Principal’s Update (Principal)
08:40 Discussion Item: Draft Next Meeting’s Agenda (All Members)
08:45 Action Item: Meeting Adjournment (Chair)
Notes and Reminders
*SGC Elections
The declaration period for parents and teachers interested in serving on their local SGCs will run from February 3rd to March 28th. Click here to check how many council seats your school has open for these positions in this year’s election cycle.
**Spring 2025 Strategic Plan Retreat
We invite you to our Spring 2025 Strategic Plan Retreat, an excellent opportunity for SGC members to connect, share successes, and discuss school improvement aligned with broader goals. Join us for inspiring discussions that enhance community relationships.
Event Details:
-
March 17: North Learning Center, 450 Northridge Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30350
-
April 2: South Learning Center, 4025 Flat Shoals Road, Union City, GA 30291
-
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (lunch provided)
Members only need to sign up for one date. We encourage three members from each SGC to attend.
Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094AADA923A1FD0-54670053-spring
We look forward to this transformative journey together!
***Annual Budget Approval
FY26 Budget development begins on February 21st and will conclude on March 7th (Elementary Schools) and March 14th (Middle & High Schools). SGCs should schedule their March meetings prior to their budget closure date to ensure the council has time to discuss and approve FY26 fiscal allocations. Following the council’s approval, each school should complete and submit the FY26 Annual Budget Approval Form.
Updated Budget Timeline
****Charter Dollars
This year, schools have received $46,391 in Charter Dollars to help meet their strategic goals through local innovative solutions. These funds should be used for non-personnel purchases such as supplies, registrations, communications, etc. When purchasing personnel, schools are advised to use other funding sources allowable for positions. If Charter Dollars are requested for personnel, the expenditure will require approval from the Zone Superintendent, SGC, and Executive Director of Governance and Strategy. Additionally, any materials purchased to support literacy instruction must align with GaDOE literacy requirements.
Each Charter Dollar expenditure requires an SGC vote for approval, the completion of the Charter Dollar Expenditure Form, and is subject to the same district guidelines that govern school cost center budgets. All Charter Dollars must be spent in the year they are received to support our current student population. We encourage SGCs to schedule discussions early in the year to plan for these expenditures, ensuring all purchases are made before end-of-year spending deadlines. See our Charter Dollar Matrix for examples of FCS-supported expenditures.
Summary
March 12, 2025
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: March 12, 2025
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members: All present.
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Vacant |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Action Items:
|
Motion |
By Whom |
Second |
Voting Results |
|
Approve Agenda |
Bowdoin |
McLaurin |
All Approved |
|
Approve December 2024 Minutes |
Payment |
McLaurin |
All Approved |
|
Annual Budget Approval |
Madigan |
Greer |
All Approved |
|
Approve Charter Dollar Expenditures |
McLaurin |
Bowdoin |
All Approved |
|
Adjourn Meeting |
Keown |
Greer |
All Approved |
Information & Discussion Items:
The meeting was called to order at 7:48 am.
Principal Cassidy reviewed the budget proposal and supporting background information relevant to the creation of the budget, such as the tie to strategic priorities and the various funding allocations involved. She discussed the various factors that led to this year’s adjustments and provisions and council members discussed before voting to approve next year’s budget allocations.
Within this discussion, Principal Cassidy also reviewed the metrics and our current standings for meeting our strategic priority goals for this year—we are currently on track to meet each of the stated goals for the 2024-25 school year.
Principal Cassidy and Ms. Kinsey (SGC Facilitator) reviewed our member candidates for next year; our council has candidates for vacant positions (teacher and parent) to be voted on in the upcoming election cycle.
Principal Cassidy led a review of the previous purchases made in this year’s allocation of SGC Charter Dollars and presented new proposals for vote in this meeting. All were approved by the council, and our council has now spent 100% of the charter dollars for the year, meeting one of our strategic goals for the year.
Principal Cassidy reviewed the current status of our school’s Milestones Testing preparations and our initiatives for responding to students’ academic areas of need.
The council confirmed the next meeting date.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 am.
Minutes
March 12, 2025
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: March 12, 2025
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members: All Present
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Vacant |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Meeting Norms: Silence Phones, Be respectful of Others’ Opinions, Work for the good of all Students
07.45 Call to Order (Chair)
07:46 Action Item: Approve Agenda (Chair)
M: JB
S: AM
07:48 Action Item: Approve December 2024 Minutes (Chair)
M: PP
S: AM
07:50 Action Item: Annual Budget Approval (All Members) FY26 Annual Budget Approval Form.
-
Cassidy reviews the budget process for this year.
-
Purpose of budget review is to ensure budget matches strategic priorities.
-
Cassidy reviews our strategic priorities: to enhance performance through reading at or above grade level, decreasing the number of ISS & OSS days that we have, increasing proficiency in ELA proficiency in our ESOL population, increasing employee satisfaction, utilize 100% of our charter dollar expenditures, and improve student attendance.
-
Enrollment projection drives funding earnings. Ours for next year is 562; we’re at 605 now.
-
Cassidy discusses changes from this year to next year for money allocations for Title 1, etc., conversions and provisions for next year made to make budget. See slide in budget presentation.
-
Vote to approve budget
-
M: KM
-
S: DG
07:58 Informational Item: SGC Election Candidates
Parent candidate secured, finishing at Esther Jackson
Teacher candidate secured & submitted
08:08 Public Comment
No public attendance, no public comment
08:18 Discussion Item: Strategic Monitoring** (Principal)
Cassidy reviewed within the review of the strategic plan. All metrics in place currently are on target for EOY goals.
08:28 Discussion Item: Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals (All Members)
Cassidy reviews previous purchases with Charter Dollar expenditure and new proposals for purchases.
-
New walkies for updated communications
-
Rewarding and supplying milestones bootcamp through 9th period
-
ScreenBeams – wireless projectors for teachers in classrooms
-
Additional media center needs
-
Additional funds for 8th grade field trip
Discussion of options for spending the remaining money. Additional purchase for remaining $1088.85:
-
Extension cords
-
Rolling desks
08:30 Action Item: Approve Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals*** (Chair)
M: AM
S: JB
08:32 Informational Item: Principal’s Update (Principal)
Cassidy reviews current status of:
Milestones preparations – Math & ELA departments have reviewed standards by assessment data to determine reteaching necessary, Math & ELA lessons implemented through Milestones bootcamp sessions in 9th period, Saturday school invites sent out for kids who are within a range to meet next level targets on Milestones and open invitation for other signups are available.
08:40 Discussion Item: Draft Next Meeting’s Agenda (All Members)
Next meeting date: May 7
08:45 Action Item: Meeting Adjournment (Chair)
Meeting adjourned 8:30 am
Notes and Reminders
*SGC Elections
The declaration period for parents and teachers interested in serving on their local SGCs will run from February 3rd to March 28th. Click here to check how many council seats your school has open for these positions in this year’s election cycle.
**Spring 2025 Strategic Plan Retreat
We invite you to our Spring 2025 Strategic Plan Retreat, an excellent opportunity for SGC members to connect, share successes, and discuss school improvement aligned with broader goals. Join us for inspiring discussions that enhance community relationships.
Event Details:
-
March 17: North Learning Center, 450 Northridge Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30350
-
April 2: South Learning Center, 4025 Flat Shoals Road, Union City, GA 30291
-
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (lunch provided)
Members only need to sign up for one date. We encourage three members from each SGC to attend.
Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094AADA923A1FD0-54670053-spring
We look forward to this transformative journey together!
***Annual Budget Approval
FY26 Budget development begins on February 21st and will conclude on March 7th (Elementary Schools) and March 14th (Middle & High Schools). SGCs should schedule their March meetings prior to their budget closure date to ensure the council has time to discuss and approve FY26 fiscal allocations. Following the council’s approval, each school should complete and submit the FY26 Annual Budget Approval Form.
Updated Budget Timeline
****Charter Dollars
This year, schools have received $46,391 in Charter Dollars to help meet their strategic goals through local innovative solutions. These funds should be used for non-personnel purchases such as supplies, registrations, communications, etc. When purchasing personnel, schools are advised to use other funding sources allowable for positions. If Charter Dollars are requested for personnel, the expenditure will require approval from the Zone Superintendent, SGC, and Executive Director of Governance and Strategy. Additionally, any materials purchased to support literacy instruction must align with GaDOE literacy requirements.
Each Charter Dollar expenditure requires an SGC vote for approval, the completion of the Charter Dollar Expenditure Form, and is subject to the same district guidelines that govern school cost center budgets. All Charter Dollars must be spent in the year they are received to support our current student population. We encourage SGCs to schedule discussions early in the year to plan for these expenditures, ensuring all purchases are made before end-of-year spending deadlines. See our Charter Dollar Matrix for examples of FCS-supported expenditures.
May 2025
Agenda
May 7, 2025
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Vacant |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Meeting Norms: Silence Phones, Be respectful of Others’ Opinions, Work for the good of all Students
07.45 Call to Order (Chair)
07:46 Action Item: Approve Agenda (Chair)
07:48 Action Item: Approve December 2024 Minutes (Chair)
07:50 Informational Item: Superintendent Advisory Councils Updates (Council Representative)
07:58 Discussion Item: New Member Transition (All Members)
-
Celebrate Members Rolling off Council (Hilary, Keown, Madigan)
-
Welcome New Members
Teacher – Joan Suggs
Parent Candidates – Lisette Hoschek and Brittany Taylor
08:08 Public Comment
08:18 Discussion Item: Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals (All Members) – all funds have been allocated.
08:28 Informational Item: Principal’s Update (Principal)
8:33 Complete Council Surveys (All Members)
SY24-25 SGC Reflection Form (Completed as a group)
Council Self-Assessment– 2025 (Completed individually)
Principal Feedback Survey– 2025 (Completed individually)
08:40 Discussion Item: Draft Next Meeting’s Agenda (All Members)
08:45 Action Item: Meeting Adjournment (Chair)
Notes and Reminders
*All councils must spend the entirety of their Charter Dollars prior to the end of the school year (Charter Dollar expenditures should align with all FCS Contracting requirements and purchase deadlines). See the Charter Dollar Matrix for expenditure suggestions from each FCS district department.
** SGC EOY Surveys (SGC Reflection Form, Council Self-Assessment, Principal Feedback Survey). Please find time to complete all three surveys with your council before the end of the school year.
Summary
May 7, 2025 SGC Meeting Summary
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
|
Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Vacant |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Action Items:
|
Motion |
By Whom |
Second |
Voting Results |
|
Approve Agenda |
Bowdoin |
McLaurin |
All Approved |
|
Approve March 2025 Minutes |
Bowdoin |
McLaurin |
All Approved |
|
Approve Charter Dollar Expenditures |
Payment |
Bowdoin |
All Approved |
|
Adjourn Meeting |
McLaurin |
Bowdoin |
All Approved |
Information & Discussion Items:
The meeting was called to order at 7:50 am.
Principal Cassidy called for reports from any recent parent or teacher Superintendent Advisory Council meetings; however, there were no members present at these meetings. Principal Cassidy reported on the most recent principal’s meeting for the Superintendent Advisory Council. The topics of discussion were surrounding the district’s addition of laptop insurance for next year, the enrollment tracking measures recently implemented at the district level, and the new state law for K-8 schools regarding cell phones for next year and the adjustments that schools and students will need to make in preparation for that.
Principal Cassidy reviewed our council members rolling off this year (Moskowitz, Keown, and Madigan) and provided information on council members joining for next year (Lyles, Suggs, Hoschek, and Taylor). The council will schedule a virtual meeting next week to formally welcome those members.
Principal Cassidy led a review of the current status of our SGC budget from this year. We have an outstanding balance of $456.31, and a potential balance of $2,000 due to necessary investigation into money already approved toward amnesty for this year’s technology fines. The council discussed expenditure options for remaining funds and approved putting this toward necessary classroom and printing supplies.
Principal Cassidy reviewed the end-of-year preparations for the last week of school’s events and ceremonies, the PTA Spring Fling on Friday, and the state of teaching (ongoing) and grading (final grade deadline: 5/16).
The council completed the reflection form for the year and discussed opportunities for improvement in community outreach next year.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:33 am.
Minutes
May 7, 2025 SGC Meeting Minutes
School: Holcomb Bridge MS
Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 07:45AM
Location: Office Conference Room
TEAMS Link (if applicable): n/a
SGC Members:
|
Name |
Role |
End Date |
|
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Daneen Greer |
Teacher |
6/30/2026 |
greerd@fultonschools.org |
|
Patrice Payment |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
payment@fultonschools.org |
|
Jessica Bowdoin |
Parent |
6/30/2026 |
bowdoin@fultonschools.org |
|
Tracy Duncan |
School Employee |
6/30/2026 |
Duncant1@fultonschools.org |
|
Anna McLaurin |
Community Member |
6/30/2026 |
mclaurin@fultonschools.org |
|
Hilary Moskowitz |
Parent |
6/30/2025 |
moskowitz@fultonschools.org |
|
Kelly Madigan |
Teacher |
6/30/2025 |
madigan@fultonschools.org |
|
Lindsey Keown |
School Employee |
6/30/2025 |
keownl@fultonschools.org |
|
Vacant |
Community Member |
6/30/2025 |
|
|
Jennifer Cassidy |
Principal |
|
cassidyj@fultonschools.org |
Meeting Norms: Silence Phones, Be respectful of Others’ Opinions, Work for the good of all Students
07.45 Call to Order (Chair) @ 7:50 a.m.
07:46 Action Item: Approve Agenda (Chair)
Motion: JB
Second: AM
07:48 Action Item: Approve March 2025 Minutes (Chair)
Motion: JB
Second: AM
07:50 Informational Item: Superintendent Advisory Councils Updates (Council Representative)
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No updates from superintendent advisory council meetings for parents, teachers
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Principal updates for principals superintendent advisory meeting: laptop insurance, enrollment tracking measures by district (survey), new state law: K-8 cell phone ban and adjustments schools will need to make to adhere (no phones out during lunch/recess/hallway/etc., which also includes other device-- things like watches, glasses, etc.)
07:58 Discussion Item: New Member Transition (All Members)
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Celebrate Members Rolling off Council (Hilary, Keown, Madigan)
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Lyles returning in Madigan’s interim spot (previous SGC member)
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Welcome New Members
Teacher – Joan Suggs
Parent Candidates – Lisette Hoschek and Brittany Taylor
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Lisette won election for parent seat; Brittany will fill community member seat
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Virtual morning meet and greet being scheduled for next week (Cassidy)
08:08 Public Comment
No parents or community members present for public comment.
08:18 Discussion Item: Charter Dollar Expenditure Proposals (All Members) – all funds have been allocated.
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Review of budget spreadsheet:
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Remaining $456.31 for sure.
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Working with budget services to shift money in accounts to take care of the “technology fines amnesty” line item of $2000 – bookkeeper investigating
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Suggestions from bookkeeper for expenditures with remaining funds:
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Recess & PE equipment
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Color toner
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Classroom supplies (paper, writing utensils, dry erase, etc.)
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Discussion of what parents and community typically provide and what the school has to pay for generally
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Allocation to general classroom/printing supplies
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Motion: PP
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Second: JB
08:28 Informational Item: Principal’s Update (Principal)
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Teaching still ongoing; final grades due 5/16
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End of Year preparations are underway:
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Monday: Grade level celebrations
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Tuesday: Hawk Fest (Schoolwide – Kona Ice Truck)
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Wednesday: 8th ceremony in the morning at CHS, grade level activities for 6th & 7th
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Thursday: Award programs for 6th and 7th grade – fast pass link already sent out
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Friday: Teacher post-planning
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This Friday: Spring Fling sponsored by PTA
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Discussion of community outreach opportunities: parent panel with 4th and 5th grade parent groups, communicating about testing data (going up) and discipline data (going down), student groups going to elementary schools about programs, etc.
8:33 Complete Council Surveys (All Members)
SY24-25 SGC Reflection Form (Completed as a group)
Council Self-Assessment– 2025 (Completed individually)
Principal Feedback Survey– 2025 (Completed individually)
08:40 Discussion Item: Draft Next Meeting’s Agenda (All Members)
No next meeting agenda yet; next meeting is next school year.
08:45 Action Item: Meeting Adjournment (Chair) @ 8:33 a.m.
Notes and Reminders
*All councils must spend the entirety of their Charter Dollars prior to the end of the school year (Charter Dollar expenditures should align with all FCS Contracting requirements and purchase deadlines). See the Charter Dollar Matrix for expenditure suggestions from each FCS district department.
** SGC EOY Surveys (SGC Reflection Form, Council Self-Assessment, Principal Feedback Survey). Please find time to complete all three surveys with your council before the end of the school year.
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May 16 2023 SGC Meeting Minutes
HBMS August 29 2023 SGC Meeting Summary
HMBS August 2023 Meeting Minutes
October 5, 2023
HBMS October 2023 SGC Meeting Summary
HBMS October 2023 SGC Meeting Minutes
November 9, 2023
HBMS November 2023 SGC Meeting Agenda
HBMS November 2023 SGC Meeting Summary
HBMS November 2023 SGC Meeting Minutes
January 11, 2024
HBMS January 2024 SGC Meeting Agenda
HBMS January 2024 SGC Meeting Summary
May 16, 2024
HBMS May 2024 SGC Meeting Agenda