Demographics
We reviewed the demographic information and student numbers
discussed in the February Board and Community meetings. The numbers of children
ages 5-18 in Hutto/Taylor and Killeen make these two areas very good locations
for our second and third campuses. There are very few educational choices for
families in these areas, which strengthens the argument for locating in and
serving these communities.
Generation 19 Application
The Generation 19 charter school application is out. It is
much more streamlined than previous years’ applications. It only allows for a
60-page narrative regarding the educational plan. The overview must be kept to
four pages. The State Board of Education is also looking for more data and
research to substantiate the application. Previously, there were no limits on
the length of the document.
University Relationships
Earlier in the week, Mary Evelyn and Kate met with Joan
Morieta. Joan is a professor of education at Texas State University in San Marcos
and Round Rock. Joan is a firm believer in the Montessori Method and is very
familiar with its philosophies. She has been involved in
Montessori through her grandchildren who attended Montessori and also as a
substitute teacher in the classrooms. We discussed the many ways that we could
work with TSRR and Joan. One idea presented by Kathy was the possibility of a
dual certification path for teachers: State Certification and Montessori
certification. Joan will arrange a meeting with the Assistant Director at the
Round Rock campus.
Community Outreach
Kate has a meeting with the United Way next week to learn
more about the area’s social service profile and needs.
Conversation Cards
Kathy will send our some ideas to the group for comment.
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