Strategic planning is missing as a foundation to build upon. Work was formed but not completed.
Team discussed Coginia, MyJourney programs. Dr. Lukens asked for a clear direction for the purpose of evaluation of individuals coming into these programs.
Vanessa A. and another member expressed the need to focus on this year plan verses focus on building future resources. Once current need is met, they could explore further.
Bret informed the Team of his current situation of a student that speaks no English. He was informed from another area of our state is currently seeing this wave at a larger scale. He emphasizes that it is coming to Harvey. Bret made an appeal to the team about the difficulties for the student and the teachers when not prepared. Even classroom equal time becomes difficult.
The Program ELL (English Language Learners Program) coordinator maybe necessary in Harvey. Currently a para is using her Spanish speaking skills to communicate with new student. ELP (Extended Learning Programs) were mentioned in the discussion.
Dr. Luken asked to speak with individuals about creation of a new position. Team agreed to speak with them, but nothing on created position.
