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Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Indianapolis
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
180
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1800108
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
1
Mascot
School mascot.
Damar Dragon
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
32.86
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Propensity to Spend
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Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Damar Charter Academy
The board meeting addressed operational updates including school calendar scheduling, the lottery process for upcoming enrollment, and the implementation of a new state accountability model. Discussions included the current academic testing season, the use of various curriculum resources, and the expansion of student vocational and work-based learning opportunities. Safety protocols were reviewed, and it was noted that all staffing positions are currently filled. Governance discussions focused on the feasibility of statewide expansion, evaluating potential authorizer partnerships, and approving the continuation of these expansion efforts. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved the draft budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
The board retreat focused on strategic planning for the future of the school, with particular emphasis on addressing student waitlists and expanding services. Discussions included the review of the Lilly Grant proposal to facilitate facility acquisition, program growth, and staff development. The board explored real estate strategies to support student needs, including proximity to existing campuses and specific amenities like green space. Additionally, the meeting covered a statewide expansion strategy involving new partnerships and the implementation of health services and ABA programs, alongside considerations for financial sustainability and future leadership requirements.
Key discussions focused on curriculum and programming updates, including the adoption of McGraw Hill's Open Court reading program to comply with Indiana Department of Education guidance on the science of reading and IREAD-3 requirements. Diploma requirements for the class of 2029, which include a new base Indiana Diploma replacing the Core 40, were reviewed. In school safety, a revised plan was shared, and 'Stop the Bleed' training was conducted. Grants management involved closing out current rounds and preparing for upcoming submissions due in September, with a focus on literacy, social-emotional learning, and work-based learning for the School Improvement Plan update due in October. Expansion plans are underway, including exploring the State Charter School Board as an authorizer for potential expansion beyond Marion County and submitting a joint proposal with Damar's private school to expand specialized programs, which is pending review by the Lilly Endowment. Additionally, the Board approved a letter expressing interest in acquiring IPS School #65 under Indiana's '$1 Law'. The Governance Committee meeting covered potential collaborations for student public transportation access, work-based learning support, and literacy resources. The financial update noted that current financials do not reflect salary expenses for the first month of the fiscal year.
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