Dunwoody High School
Principal Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
October 18, 2022 at 4 p.m.
DHS Media Center
Present: Tom Bass (Principal), Julia LaDoyen (Chair), Megan Cann (Secretary), Lisa Seigle (Parent Representative), Jenny Schulman (Parent Representative),  Marjorie Steinbrenner (Teacher Representative); Erika Kuniansky (Parent Representative)
Absent: none
Late:  Tom Bass (Principal), Ingrid Gero (Teacher Representative)
Guest:  Mr. Posey
1. Welcome and Call to Order—Meeting called to order at 4:03 by Julia LaDoyen
2. Public Comment (3-minute limit)—none
3. Review and approval of minutes—Julia LaDoyen made a motion to accept the minutes from September as presented; Jenny Schulman seconded the motion, and it was unanimously approved.
4. New Member Welcome—Members of the group introduced themselves.
	a.  Meeting requirements—attendance is required with exceptions for extenuating circumstances.  The dates of the meetings for this year have been shared; please plan on attending.
	b.  Leadership—Megan Cann nominated Julia LaDoyen to serve as Chair of the committee; the motion was seconded by Mrs. Gero; and unanimously approved.  Megan Cann nominated Lisa Seigle as Co-Chair, it was seconded by Erika and endorsed unanimously; Lisa Seigle nominated Megan Cann for Secretary, Ingrid Gero Seconded the motion, and it was unanimously approved.
	c.  Training—will be forthcoming from DCSD
	d.  Contact information for public use on website--distributed
5.  Teacher update—Gero, Steinbrenner
	a.  Mrs. Gero shared that teachers are disappointed that teacher restrooms are still not fully functional.  Concerns were shared about cleanliness and lack of custodial support.  Dress code is not being enforced consistently.  Copy machines are often broken which is a source of frustration.  Mr. Bass got in touch with the plant engineer about the bathroom issues, and those requests are now at the county office.  The county is slow to respond to these requests.  Mrs. Pearch is aware of these requests.  The copiers are often lacking cartridges; calls are made when the copiers go down to get them fixed.  Erica offered to make an open record request to find out about servicing the copiers.  Dress code enforcement is complicated; selective enforcement is the challenge.  The policy has been revised to state no abdomens, no rear ends, and no cleavage are to be seen.  Mr. Bass disclosed that DHS is short 3.5 custodians, these positions are very hard to fill, and those who do work here work diligently at their jobs.  He concurred that the building needs to be cleaned better, but this shortage is a county wide problem.  The building is 50 years old and something is always breaking.  The alarm system remains broken.  Safety and student health are issues that cannot be ignored.  It was suggested that the PAC contact Mrs. Pearch to express the significance of these issues; the group also discussed the use of PTO funds for some of these necessary repairs.
6.  Old Business
	a.  MAP scores—Mr. Posey shared a PowerPoint presentation about the MAP test, scores, and the use of the data generated by the test.  Four teacher representatives represent the different subject areas and report back to the county about scores and how to use the scores.  The test measures growth by providing feedback based on a norm, is given three times a year and is based on Georgia standards.  At DHS, tests are given in reading, math and language on one day during the fall, winter and spring.  The goal is to test 90% of students, and parents may opt out of testing for their students.  Mrs. Gero shared that the data was very beneficial in forming teaching strategies and supporting her students at a variety of different academic levels.  The group discussed student motivation, and Julia LaDoyen asked about sharing data from scores and inquired about proficiency and the trend in decreasing scores; she articulated concern about learning loss during COVID.  Mrs. Gero shared the importance of parents holding their children accountable for learning loss.  The group discussed the need to articulate to the students the importance of the tests and the challenges of holding attention and focus.  MAP data is minimally used in CSIP; EOC data, class selection, and failure rates are also used in the CSIP.  There is an increased number of ELL students in the school and taking this test that is not in their native language, so there is an opportunity to discuss motivation with those students in taking that test.   
	b.  Security work order update—The group expressed significant concern about the non-functioning alarm system and other outstanding issues.  Julia shared that DCSD lacks the ability to track progress on work orders.  Mr. Bass shared the frustration of trying to get some of these work orders completed due to challenges with the county office.
	c.  ACT prep class—Mr. Bass spoke with Mr. Jameson about ACT Prep; they are trying to create a class to help prep for ACT and SAT.  Mr. Bass also wants to introduce forensics, make AP Human Geography for 9th grade, and add a strength and conditioning class for athletes.
	d.  Community member appointments—Julia shared that we can have up to 11 voting members.  Community members can be appointed to serve 1 year terms.  The group discussed the pros and cons of adding community members.  Jenny Schulman suggested David Aves.  Megan Cann reminded the group that Daniel Almeida expressed interest in serving again and stated that he represents a significant population in the school that is currently not represented.  Julia LeDoyan suggested Fran Bartel given her involvement in the community.  Those appointed should bring something that we do not have currently represented.  Megan Cann made a motion to appoint Daniel Almeida to the PAC; Ingrid Gero seconded the motion; it was endorsed by Mrs. Gero, Ms. Steinbrenner, Lisa, Megan, and Erika.  Jenny and Julia did not vote in favor the motion.  Julia made a motion to appoint Fran Bartel to the PAC; Mrs. Gero seconded the motion, and it was unanimously approved.  Jenny will contact David Aves about possible interest.  
7.  New Business
	a.  Academic Oversight—One of the roles of the PAC is to monitor the CSIP and the principal’s budget and how they are used to achieve CSIP goals.  Julia asked Mr. Bass to share line items from the budget that support CSIP goals.    
	b.  PAC Goals—We aim to promote health, safety and security within the building while also promoting CSIP through use of data, specifically MAP data to help optimize instruction.
	c.  Mr. Bass shared that because of a drop in student enrollment, DHS will be losing an administrator to go to Clarkston because of “right-sizing”.  Dr. Smith will be taking that position.  Mr. Bass has tried to appeal this decision to no avail.  Duties have been redistributed.  Hispanic heritage month was good.  Sports are doing well!  Fine arts are doing well!  ROAR is going well; tutoring is going well.   
8.  Adjournment—meeting ended at 1742—Julia made motion to end the meeting.  The motion was seconded by Mrs. Gero and received unanimous support.
Next meeting 1/10/23 at 4:00
Respectfully submitted,
Megan Cann, Secretary