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Meeting Date:
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1/25/2018 - 6:30 PM
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Category:
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Report of the Committee on Student Achievement and School Innovation
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Action
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Subject:
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3. Action on a Recommendation for Renewal of the Non-Instrumentality Charter School Contract with Kathryn T. Daniels University Preparatory Academy
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Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
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Goal 1 Academic Achievement Goal 2 Student, Family and Community Engagement Goal 3 Effective and Efficient Operations
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Attachments
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1. KTD Renewal Application
2. KTD Performance Summary
3. KTD Review Team Recommendation
4. KTD Contract
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File Attachment:
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Background:
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Kathryn T. Daniels University Preparatory Academy was established as a non-instrumentality charter school beginning with the 2011-2012 school year. The current contract is for up to a maximum of 275 full-time-equivalent (FTE) pupils in grades K4 through 8. Kathryn T. Daniels is located at 4834 Mothers Daniel Way. In January 2016, the Board approved a two-year contract renewal.
Kathryn T. Daniel’s mission is to design a rigorous college preparatory program with highly skilled teachers and an unwavering commitment to utilize the most powerful instructional techniques and methodologies. Kathryn T. Daniel’s vision is to create a rich learning environment that integrates the study of performing arts, sciences, and humanities to unleash the intellectual, creative and leadership talents of students.
In August 2017, the Charter School Contract Review Process was initiated by the Department of Contracted School Services. On October 4, 2017, representatives from Kathryn T. Daniels submitted the Charter Renewal Intent Cover Sheet and Charter Renewal Application to seek renewal of the charter school contract. On November 28, 2017, representatives from Kathryn T. Daniels submitted a revised Charter School Renewal Application.
On December 4, 2017, the Charter School Contract Review Team conducted a full day site visit at Kathryn T. Daniels. The Team examined the school’s performance and met with school representatives to discuss the data relative to contract compliance and renewal. The Team also reviewed any additional responses and information provided by the school as well as conducted focus groups with students and heard testimony from parents.
Based on a thorough review of the school application and data, school presentation, and site visit, the Charter School Contract Review Team has recommended a two-year renewal of the non-instrumentality charter school contract, with conditions and additional MPS oversight of Kathryn T. Daniels. The recommendation was based on failure to make sufficient progress toward attaining the educational goals and the academic performance criteria as outlined in the contract. The Superintendent has reviewed the performance summary and concurs with the recommendation for contract renewal.
The charter school renewal application, performance summary data, and Team’s recommendation reviewed by the Team and Superintendent are attached to this item.
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Fiscal Impact Statement:
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Adoption of this item alone does not authorize expenditures. School allocations are approved annually by the Board of School Directors, as part of the Superintendent's proposed budget. Pending contract approval, the funds for the 2018-19 charter contract will be authorized as a part of the FY19 budget process.
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Implementation and Assessment Plan
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Upon the Board’s approval, negotiations will begin between the Superintendent’s designee and representatives of Kathryn T. Daniels, in consultation with the Board’s designee and the Office of the City Attorney, in anticipation of developing a renewed charter contract, with conditions to be presented to the Board.
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Recommendation:
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Your Committee recommends the non-renewal of the contract with Kathryn T. Daniels non-instrumentality charter school.
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Jacqueline M. Mann, Ph.D. - Board Clerk/Chief Officer
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