Dear Titan Family and Friends,
April has seen numerous festivities at Lake Oconee Academy, including the crowning of the Prom King and Queen, a school-wide eclipse viewing party, career day, and spring athletics.
As we wind down the school year and prepare for the excitement that awaits as the Class of 2024 will soon be spreading their wings, we'd like to take this opportunity to update you on some important action items discussed during the April 8, 2024 Board of Governors meeting, and provide important reminders about upcoming events and opportunities.
- Communications
- Dr. Bowling shared that earlier in the day, LOA hosted a well-attended Eclipse Watch Party that was well-received by students, families, faculty, and staff. In addition to this newsletter, LOA is preparing press releases regarding the Charter Contract and Cognia Accreditation information provided below.
- Strategic Planning
- Dr. Bowling shared that LOA will host a Community Engagement Night on Thursday, May 2nd, in the Titan Center from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. During this event, we will be using an outside facilitator to solicit feedback from a variety of stakeholders to inform our strategic plan.
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All are welcome, including parents, families, high school students, LOA alumni, and community and school leaders. Dr. Bowling requests that those intending to attend kindly RSVP via this link. This ensures that LOA can prepare for a productive feedback process and arrange childcare for those who need it.
- On Tuesday, May 21st, the same outside facilitator will be leading LOA Faculty and Staff through the same process to solicit feedback for the strategic plan.
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Cognia Accreditation
- Dr. Bowling shared that he received the following correspondence from Cognia on March 29th, 2024: “Based on the findings of the Engagement Review Team and recommendation of the Accreditation Office, the Cognia Global Commission conferred Accredited status on your institution on March 29th, 2024.”
- Charter Renewal Update:
- On March 13th, the LOABOG and Dr. Bowling participated in a review interview with the GADOE District Flexibility and Charter Schools division. Following the interview, the Georgia Charter Advisory Committee unanimously recommended LOA for approval of their renewal contract for a five-year term by the State Board of Education.
- Subsequently, Dr. Bowling shared that he attended the March 27th State Board of Education Committee Meetings, where the District Flexibility and Charter Schools Committee recommended: “that the State Board of Education renew a charter to Lake Oconee Academy, the petitioner for a grades K-12 local charter school approved by the Greene County Board of Education, for a five-year term beginning July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2029.”
- On March 28th, the State Board of Education approved the charter renewal and charter renewal contract via the consent agenda.
- LOA Waiting List:
- Dr. Bowling shared '23-'24 waitlist numbers and '24-'25 submitted application status as of March 27, 2024:
- # of students on waitlist FY24 - 376
- # of priority students on waitlist FY24 - 30
- # of applications FY25 - 357
- # of priority student applicants FY25 - 69
The LOA Board of Governors will hold its next meeting on Monday, May 6, 2024. In the meantime, if there are any questions or concerns, please email the LOA Board of Governors.
We are ONE TITAN!
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2024 Georgia Charter School Association Conference |
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Dr. Bowling, along with LOA Board of Governors Members Mrs. Sarah Peacock, Mrs. Jennifer Vaughan, and Mrs. Kelly Brolly, attended the Georgia Charter Schools Conference at the Atlanta Marriott Northwest at Galleria, Monday, March 11th through Wednesday, March 13th. The group attended sessions on a number of topics, including:
- Use of coaches to improve instruction
- Charter School Governance
- AI in the classroom
- Charter School Contracts
- Facilities planning and sustainability
- Using data to inform advocacy
- Strategic Planning
- Keynote speeches
LOA attendees gained valuable insights, fulfilled governance training requirements, and brought back exciting ideas!
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Lake Oconee Academy Foundation Titan Strong Events |
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Lake Oconee Academy and the Foundation wish to express sincere gratitude to all sponsors, attendees, and donors for their support of this year's Denim & Diamonds event. Your contributions made it truly unforgettable, and we couldn't have done it without you. Thank you for your unwavering support! |
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Mark your calendars for a day full of camaraderie, laughter, and a swing at greatness! Join us as we tee off with friends on the prestigious National and Oconee Golf Courses at Reynolds Lake Oconee. It's not just a day of golf; it's an opportunity to make a difference. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Lake Oconee Academy Foundation, supporting education and opportunities for our students. |
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Join the OFFICIAL LOA Parent Group on Facebook! This page fosters relationships between LOA families and serves as a platform to share ideas and lend support to families as needed.
Feel free to swap/sell uniforms, coordinate carpools, or even ask questions. Contact your child’s teacher or the school office for any concerns.
We are ONE TITAN!
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Regular Board Communications |
The LOABOG is pleased to offer many ways to Stay Connected!
- Monthly Newsletters sent out with important news about LOA, the Greene County BOE and the Charter Renewal.
- Social Media Posts on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
- News Posts on LakeOconeeAcademy.org
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Lake Oconee Academy Board of Governors
706.454.1562
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