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Jun 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
South Coast Educational Collaborative Board of Directors Minutes
The board discussed financial updates, including the status of the Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust and the FY26 Business Plan, as well as a financial review from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Human Resources matters, including new hires, transfers, and resignations, were addressed. The meeting also covered building maintenance and ongoing lease discussions for instructional sites. Updates were provided regarding internal and external professional development opportunities, superintendent issues, and the schedule for future meetings.
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South Coast Educational Collaborative Board Of Directors' Meeting Minutes
The board discussed financial updates, specifically regarding the OPEB trust, the FY26 budget, and the approval of the FY27 business plan and capital expenditure plan. Human resource actions, including new hires and resignations, were approved. The meeting covered building program updates, including lease extensions for instructional spaces. Professional development initiatives, including internal and external training, were reviewed. The board also received updates regarding superintendent issues, including a recent family resource fair and professional literature recommendations.
Jan 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
South Coast Educational Collaborative Agenda
The Board of Directors meeting agenda included discussions on Financial Information, specifically the Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust and the updating of the FY26 Business Plan/Budget, which necessitated a motion to designate surplus funds, alongside planning for the FY27 budget which anticipates a 5% fee increase due to enrollment challenges and facility needs. Human Resources items covered personnel changes including one transfer, two retirements, and one resignation. Updates were provided on the Building Program, focusing on ongoing repairs like roof leaks and HVAC issues. Policy and Procedures oversight was solicited from the Board. Professional Development involved internal discussions by the Deeper Learning Leadership Team concerning student GRIT data, and external activities such as special education evaluations and CPI certifications. Superintendent Issues included the submission status of the 2023-2024 Annual Report and Audit, and a discussion focused on Adam Grant's book "Think Again" regarding the importance of rethinking strategies. Other items included reviewing the remaining meeting schedule, professional learning opportunities, and updating the status of various instructional property leases, including the newly acquired LIFE Academy building.
Dec 12, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
South Coast Educational Collaborative Board Of Directors' Meeting Minutes
The meeting commenced with the presentation and subsequent approval of the 2024-2025 Annual Audit by Laura Stone of CBIZ CPA's, P.C. Financial actions included the approval to transfer $100,000 from Cumulative Surplus to the Capital Reserve Fund and $20,204 to the OPEB Trust. The board reviewed the FY2026 Business plan/Budget, noting a profit of $54,985 as of the end of November, with student and staff numbers at 207. Human Resources actions involved the approval of several new hires, including a Counselor/Social Worker, a Per Diem Substitute Para, and a Para II, as well as noting two resignations. Updates were provided on building program activities, specifically wiring upgrades at the main office and ongoing bathroom renovations. The board approved a motion for SCEC to offer aquatic training services, leveraging staff trained internally as lifeguards. Furthermore, the 2024-2025 Annual Report was approved. The board convened in Executive Session to discuss and approve a two-year contract extension (through 2028) with a succession plan for the Executive Director, David Heimbecker. The session concluded with the scheduling of Board of Directors' Meetings for the 2025-2026 period.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
