2024-05-15 EAB MINUTES-EDUCATION ADVISORY BOARD-
MEETING MINUTES
10050 NE 2ND AVENUE
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
6:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:03 PM.
2. ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Dana Vignale
Mallory Lehroff
Michael Weber
Renee O’Connor
ABSENT:
Kathryn Mason
Kristen Feuer
Antonio Netto
Also Present:
Ysabely Rodriguez, Village Clerk
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No comments from the public.
4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
A. APRIL 18, 2024 MEETING MINUTES
Mr. Weber moved to approve the minutes and Ms. O’Connor seconded the motion which carried
a 4-0 voice vote.
5. CONSIDERATIONS:
A. MSES UPDATE PROVIDED BY ADMINISTRATION
Mr. Diaz was not present; however, on behalf of Mr. Diaz, Ms. Rodriguez read the MSES updates
into the record, citing the following:
• We’ve completed ELA state assessment and our data is looking good. Increase in
proficiency from last year; however, we do have 10 students that need to complete a
makeup.
• 3rd grade ELA was at 73% proficiency!!
• We’ve been allocated a second PreK unit. We’ve began calling our parents on our waiting
list. We may still have a waiting list even with our second class.
• Kindergarten registration is trending the upwards. About 40 students registered for the
24/25 school year.
• Cambridge night is taking place May 28th. We’ve already booked activities with the Frost
Museum and the Children’s Museum.
• No Cambridge funds have been provided yet.
B. DISCUSSION REGARDING THE PRESENTATION FOR REALTORS
CONCERNING MSES.
The board compared the revised presentation with the original draft. They also discussed the
possibility of hiring a graphic designer to create the presentation and other written materials for
the realtors. Ms. Vignale asked about the availability of MSES marketing funds for this purpose;
however, Mr. Diaz was not present to provide information.
The board considered hosting the realtor event at Brockway Memorial Library, appreciating the
new facility's configuration and brightness. They discussed inviting Robert (Bob) Bourne to the
next meeting to help the EAB tailor the presentation to the interests of prospective homebuyers
and realtors.
There was a consensus to hold a special meeting in May, depending on Mr. Bourne’s availability.
C. DISCUSSION REGARDING THE FIVE STRATEGIC AREAS OUTLINED IN THE
EDUCATION COMPACT.
i. Student Achievement
ii. Community Involvement
iii. Parental Engagement
iv. Communication
v. Facilities Joint-Use Agreement
Ms. Vignale discussed inquiring with the Community Center about using the MSES field for Village
programs, securing grant funding for turf fields, and the significance of school choice options.
6. NEW BUSINESS
Ms. Lehroff proposed Nexplore, a national, in-person, specialty enrichment service provider with
a mission to foster the joy of learning through enrichment opportunities so that all children may
discover and explore a passion that drives them to excellence.
Ms. Vignale requested the EAB to authorize her to discuss the EAB Survey at the next DCS
Meeting, and the board agreed.
Ms. Vignale also mentioned a day trip to Downtown Doral, during which some Village Council
members and Village staff toured the facility.
7. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the board, the meeting adjourned at 7:20 PM.
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