Governance

GOVERNANCE

MEET OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Seaside School Consortium Governing Board is comprised of community supporters, educators, and parents committed to bringing the first tuition-free public charter schools inspired by Waldorf methods to Duval County and the State of Florida. The Board is responsible for legal and financial obligations, establishing policy consistent with the Schools' mission, and ensuring that the programs and operations of the School are faithful to the terms of the charter.

Kristina Helmer, President

Jolie Usry, Treasurer

Nicole Rodriguez, Secretary

Virginia Peacock-Preston, Director

Chris Ocampo, Director

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All emails sent to the board are subject to public records requests and Florida Sunshine Law.

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BOARD MEETINGS

Seaside School Consortium, Inc., a non-profit organization complies with chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes, relating to public records, and s. 286.011, relating to public meetings and records, public inspection, and penalties as detailed in the Florida Statutes relating to public records and public meetings.

Method for the Public to make Comments at a Seaside Board Meeting

Any person may submit written public comments emailed to PublicComments@Seasidecharter.org by 4:30 pm of the day of the Seaside Board meeting. Be advised that this email address will be used only for obtaining public comments for Seaside Board Meetings and should not be used for any other purpose or question.
Each individual must include his/her name, address, and what organization, if any, s/he represents. Anonymous comments will not be accepted therefore, each written comment must include the person’s name and address.
Written comments must be limited to 3 minutes (approximately 400 words).
Written comments must refrain from direct questions to Board members, the Superintendent, School Staff, or members of the audience.
Comments that include profane or vulgar language or personal attacks will not be included.
All emails received will be retained as public records pursuant to chapter 119, F.S.
Written public comments that are timely submitted and comply with these requirements will be read into the Board Meeting Record.
Written public comments that are not timely or that do not comply with these requirements will not be included as part of the Board Meeting Record.

PLEASE NOTE THAT DATES ARE ONLY PROPOSED MEETING DATES AND TIMES. IN THE EVENT THAT THE DATE MUST BE CHANGED, A NOTICE WILL BE POSTED NO LATER THAN 3 DAYS PRIOR TO THE MEETING.

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BOARD COMMITTEES

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Community Engagement
The Community Life & Engagement Committee will support the building of community across all (3) Seaside campuses and the wider Jacksonville community. Chosen members of this group will bring strong knowledge of marketing, Waldorf, communication, networking, non-for-profits, diversity inclusion, and or community building.

Fundraising Committee
The Fundraising Committee will support the mission and vision of our school and the many additional expenses that occur from being a Waldorf-inspired charter school. Chosen members of this group will bring strong knowledge of marketing, fundraising, communication, networking, sales, planning, and or strategy.

Security & Facilities
Facilities & Security Committee will support the work of the 3 campuses and chosen members will bring strong knowledge of facilities, green space, construction, safety, and/or security.

Education Committee
The Education Committee will support the school’s Waldorf-inspired mission and vision. It will ensure that all (3) schools are providing a consistent and quality Waldorf-inspired experience for every student. Chosen members of this group will bring strong knowledge of higher education, Public Waldorf education, Florida State Standards education, administrative duties, Waldorf hand-working/arts, planning, and or strategy.

Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will carry the Budget Process for the consortium and all (3) school campuses, along with other finance duties. Chosen members of this group will bring strong knowledge of finance, accounting, taxes, analytics, planning, and or strategy.

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