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Minutes from the April 24, 2013 Commissioners Meeting
I. 17 Members signed in representing the following schools:
Bay Area Christian School Academy Heritage Christian Academy
Hyde Park Baptist Schools River Oaks Baptist School
San Marcos Baptist Academy First Baptist Christian School, Marble Falls
Southcrest Christian School, Lubbock First Woodway Christian School
Temple Christian Schools, Ft. Worth Fort Bend Christian Academy
Wheeler Avenue Christian Academy
Officers:
President: Mr. Bob Bryant Secretary: Dr. Julia Janz
Vice President: Karen Zeissel Standard’s Chair: Dr. Julia Janz
Executive Director: Dr. Randy Wood Public Relations: Dr. Stan Brooke
Treasurer: Nancy Purdy
II. Call to Order & Opening Prayer - Mr. Bryant
III. Welcome by Dr. John Garrison, President of San Marcos Academy
IV. Minutes of November 2012 meeting were posted on the website. No emailed revisions; Brenda Russell moved the Minutes be accepted; Second by Nancy Purdy; unanimously approved.
V. Treasurer Report –Nancy Purdy presented the ACTABS Financial Report. Dr. Stan Brooke moved the Treasurer Report be accepted; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
VI. Standards Committee Report – Dr. Julia Janz
A. The standards committee make the following recommendations:
1. Southcrest Christian School, 3801 South Loop 289, Lubbock, TX 79413. Added 12th grade. Nancy Purdy visited the school. The standards committee recommends full accreditation through 12th grade. Next interim visit is 2015-16.
2. Brazos Christian School, 3000 W. Villa Maria Rd, Bryan, TX 77807, 979-823-1000 Administrator: Keith A. Currivean; Consultant: Dr. Randy Wood; Chair: Kevin Thames; Full Visit, The standards committee recommends accreditation for 10 years with an interim visit in 5 years.
3. Heritage Christian Academy, 1408 S. Goliad Street, Rockwall, TX 75087, 214-837-0218, Administrator: Ron Taylor; Chair: Brenda Russell; Interim Visit: April 7-9, 2013; The standards committee recommends First Baptist School continued accreditation for a period of 5 years.
Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
B. Report on Previous Visits
Updates: Check for correction of violations
1. Texas Christian Academy, 4600 Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76710-4861 (254) 772-5474; Administrator: Gary Bender; Consultant: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Dr. Randy Wood; Team: Full Visit: November 14-15, 2011
The campus has combined with the Parkview Campus.
Action Required: Dr. Brooks will visit the campus to check for correction of violations. Date May 30, 2013
2. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, Administrator: Stan Brooke; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn
Action Required: Dr. Brooke will meet with the new administration and the visiting team will recommend approval of the governance change made at Temple Christian Schools.
Upcoming Visits
Team Visits Spring 2013
1. First Baptist Christian School, 501 12th Street, Marble Falls, TX 78654. Administrator: Dr. Sandra Phelps; Chair Dr. Randy Wood
Action: Vast to accredit additional grade class May 2013.
2. Bannockburn Christian School, Bannockburn Baptist Church, 7100 Brodie Lane, Austin, TX 78745, 512-892-2706 Administrator: ________; Chair: Julia Janz Contact Jim Christiansten
Action: Visit to accredit additional grade Spring 2013 and approve administration change.
Team Visits 2013-2014
1. Angleton Christian School, First Baptist Church, Angleton, TX 979-849-4311, Administrator: Gordon Smith; Chair: Julie Davis. Visit to approve addition of additional grade. Date: April 2013
2. First Baptist Academy, P.O. Box 868. Dallas, TX 75221, 214-969-7861; Administrator Brian Littlefield; Chair: Dr. Stan Brooke; Team: _________; Full Visit Date: 2013-14
3. Seguin Christian Academy (Formerly: First Baptist Christian School), 515 East Court, Suite 200, P.O. Box 2647, Seguin, TX 78156, 830-433-4131. Changes include location, church support, and administration. Administrator: _____________; Chair: Brenda Russell; Team: Bob Bryant; Full Visit Date: Fall 2013
4. Summit Christian Academy, Leander, TX Full Visit Requested but paperwork has not been submitted as of this date. Consultant: ______ Chair: ____; Team: _________ Full Visit Date: _________________
5. First Baptist Christian School of Baytown (Formerly Wee School, First Baptist Church), 505 Rolling Brook Drive, Baytown, TX 281-420-2740. Administrator: Robin Cunningham; Consultant: Freddie Cullins. Requests accreditation visit for Spring 2014 for K-6.
Schools Seeking Accreditation
1. Trinity Christian School, 7002 Canton Ave., Lubbock, TX 79413, 806-791-6581 Ext. 296, Mrs. Jill Roberts Administrator. Initial Visit for K-8; Full Visit Fall 2015 for PK-1st. Consultant: Karen Earhart; Chair: Brenda Russell; Team: Nancy Purdy & Bruce McDonald, Brenda to contact for date as the school is building more than 1 campus. Visit Date: ______________
2. Spring Baptist Early Learning Center, Spring, TX 77373, 281-353-5448.Administrator: Kathy Cook; Consultant: Dr. Sandra Phelps. Beginning process to meet standards. Dr. Randy Wood reported there has been no new information.
3. Caldwell’s First Baptist Church School, PO Box 687, Caldwell, TX 77836, 304 S. Harvey St. 979-567-3771 Administrator: Tabbatha Pipes; Consultant: Julie Davis Julie reports the school has not responded to her repeated attempts to contact the administration. The teachers are not degreed.
4. First Baptist Christian School PO Box 271, Hillsboro, TX 76645, 254-582-2973; Administrator: Kelly Williams; Consultant: Stan Brooks; K Beginning process of documentation.
5. Fallbrook Christian Academy, 12512 Walters Road, Houston, TX 77014 281-444-6198, Ages 3-5 Administrator: Tasha Burnice; Consultant: Anne Silburn; Initial Visit, Still in progress
6. Lighthouse Baptist Academy, 8622 Garth Road, Baytown, 77521, 281-41-9784 Administrator: Steven Weatherly (singnsteve@aol.com); cell 713-203-8376); Consultant: Freddie Cullen; Chair: Julia Janz; Team: Melissa Fuqua; Full Visit Pending documentation; Freddie Cullen reported the school is not ready for accreditation.
7. The Master’s School of San Marcos, 1664 Center Point Road, San Marcos, TX 78666, 512-392-4322. Consultant: Bob Bryant
New Administrator Visits
1.Oak Ridge Christian, Conroe, TX
2.Bay Area Christian School, League City, TX
3.First Baptist Academy, Houston, TX
4.Fort Bend Christian Academy, Sugar Land, TX
C. Other Business
1. Report: The Accreditation Standards and Bylaws need to be reviewed. The Standards Committee proposed a Standards Bylaw Review Committee: Dr. Julia Janz, Dr. Stan Brooks, Brenda Russell, Dr. Randy Wood, President of ACTABS; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
2. Nomination for ACTABS Standards Committee:
a. Julia Janz – Chair
b. Nancy Purdy – New Member
c. Kevin Thames – New Member
d. President of ACTABS – Standing Member
Standards Committee recommendation; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
VII. President’s Report – Dr. Bob Bryant
1. ACTABS.org - The domain name has been secured for 2 additional years. Constant Contact is used for notifications but can also be used to broadcast administrative and teaching positions. Administrative privilege will be given to the Executive Director, the ACTABS President, and the Standards Chair. A suggestion from the floor that the Commissioners Meetings be teleconferenced to promote better attendance and save money on travel. Dr. Randy Wood suggested the commissioners be allowed to attend via teleconference only one of the two yearly meetings. A suggestion from the floor not to hold the Commissioners Meeting on Wednesday because it conflicts with Chapel schedules.
2. TABS Regional Conferences – The recommended logistics for the TABS Regional Conferences in 2014 were discussed as a state map listing the TABS schools was shown. Host schools for 2014 One day regional conference are North: Temple Christian and Nazarene Christian Academy; Central: Hyde Park Baptist Schools and San Marcos Academy (2/17/14); West: Southcrest Christian School (2/17/13); and South: Fort Bend Christian Academy (2/7/13). Dates are selected by the host school. Schools have the option to attend any conference.
MOTION: The Regional map will be posted and four regional schools are accepted as regional convention hosts. Motion by Freddie Cullen; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
MOTION: The regional convention date will be held during January or February. If a region wants to alter the schedule, it must be approved by the ACTABS Executive Director. Motion by Freddie Cullins; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
3. State TABS Convention – MOTION: Four regional conventions will be held on even years. A state convention committee will be formed with representatives from each region. The regional school will alternate operation of the state convention on odd years in Waco. The state convention will be scheduled between the final weeks of January to the first weeks of February. Motion by Freddie Cullins; Second by Brenda Russell; Discussion; Unanimously approved.
MOTION: The $2000 used to subsidize the state convention will be carried over for use at the state convention rather than dispersed to regional conventions. Motion by Linda Merriott; Second by Karen Zeissel; Discussion; Unanimously approved.
4. Selection and Confirmation of ACTABS Officers for 2013-2015
a. Standards Committee Chair: Julia Janz
b. President: Keith Currivean
c. Vice President: Kevin Thames
d. Secretary: Sandra Phelps
e. Treasurer: Nancy Purdy
f. Members added to Standards Committee: Nancy Purdy, Kevin Thames
g. Ad hoc Standards Committee member: ACTABS President
Motion to appoint Keith Currivean President by Brenda Russell; Second by Nancy Purdy; Unanimously approved.
VIII. Executive Director’s Report by Dr. Randy Wood
1. Proposed legislation discussed: Vouchers; TEPSAC approved to continue. TANS is an organization that provides information on political reforms affecting private schools.
2. Increased fee for TEPSAC every 2 years. 27 schools are currently paying dues.
3. TABS Convention to be held in Waco at Baylor on July 10, 8:00 – 5:00.
IX. Prayer, Dismissed, Lunch
Bay Area Christian School Academy Heritage Christian Academy
Hyde Park Baptist Schools River Oaks Baptist School
San Marcos Baptist Academy First Baptist Christian School, Marble Falls
Southcrest Christian School, Lubbock First Woodway Christian School
Temple Christian Schools, Ft. Worth Fort Bend Christian Academy
Wheeler Avenue Christian Academy
Officers:
President: Mr. Bob Bryant Secretary: Dr. Julia Janz
Vice President: Karen Zeissel Standard’s Chair: Dr. Julia Janz
Executive Director: Dr. Randy Wood Public Relations: Dr. Stan Brooke
Treasurer: Nancy Purdy
II. Call to Order & Opening Prayer - Mr. Bryant
III. Welcome by Dr. John Garrison, President of San Marcos Academy
IV. Minutes of November 2012 meeting were posted on the website. No emailed revisions; Brenda Russell moved the Minutes be accepted; Second by Nancy Purdy; unanimously approved.
V. Treasurer Report –Nancy Purdy presented the ACTABS Financial Report. Dr. Stan Brooke moved the Treasurer Report be accepted; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
VI. Standards Committee Report – Dr. Julia Janz
A. The standards committee make the following recommendations:
1. Southcrest Christian School, 3801 South Loop 289, Lubbock, TX 79413. Added 12th grade. Nancy Purdy visited the school. The standards committee recommends full accreditation through 12th grade. Next interim visit is 2015-16.
2. Brazos Christian School, 3000 W. Villa Maria Rd, Bryan, TX 77807, 979-823-1000 Administrator: Keith A. Currivean; Consultant: Dr. Randy Wood; Chair: Kevin Thames; Full Visit, The standards committee recommends accreditation for 10 years with an interim visit in 5 years.
3. Heritage Christian Academy, 1408 S. Goliad Street, Rockwall, TX 75087, 214-837-0218, Administrator: Ron Taylor; Chair: Brenda Russell; Interim Visit: April 7-9, 2013; The standards committee recommends First Baptist School continued accreditation for a period of 5 years.
Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
B. Report on Previous Visits
Updates: Check for correction of violations
1. Texas Christian Academy, 4600 Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76710-4861 (254) 772-5474; Administrator: Gary Bender; Consultant: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Dr. Randy Wood; Team: Full Visit: November 14-15, 2011
The campus has combined with the Parkview Campus.
Action Required: Dr. Brooks will visit the campus to check for correction of violations. Date May 30, 2013
2. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, Administrator: Stan Brooke; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn
Action Required: Dr. Brooke will meet with the new administration and the visiting team will recommend approval of the governance change made at Temple Christian Schools.
Upcoming Visits
Team Visits Spring 2013
1. First Baptist Christian School, 501 12th Street, Marble Falls, TX 78654. Administrator: Dr. Sandra Phelps; Chair Dr. Randy Wood
Action: Vast to accredit additional grade class May 2013.
2. Bannockburn Christian School, Bannockburn Baptist Church, 7100 Brodie Lane, Austin, TX 78745, 512-892-2706 Administrator: ________; Chair: Julia Janz Contact Jim Christiansten
Action: Visit to accredit additional grade Spring 2013 and approve administration change.
Team Visits 2013-2014
1. Angleton Christian School, First Baptist Church, Angleton, TX 979-849-4311, Administrator: Gordon Smith; Chair: Julie Davis. Visit to approve addition of additional grade. Date: April 2013
2. First Baptist Academy, P.O. Box 868. Dallas, TX 75221, 214-969-7861; Administrator Brian Littlefield; Chair: Dr. Stan Brooke; Team: _________; Full Visit Date: 2013-14
3. Seguin Christian Academy (Formerly: First Baptist Christian School), 515 East Court, Suite 200, P.O. Box 2647, Seguin, TX 78156, 830-433-4131. Changes include location, church support, and administration. Administrator: _____________; Chair: Brenda Russell; Team: Bob Bryant; Full Visit Date: Fall 2013
4. Summit Christian Academy, Leander, TX Full Visit Requested but paperwork has not been submitted as of this date. Consultant: ______ Chair: ____; Team: _________ Full Visit Date: _________________
5. First Baptist Christian School of Baytown (Formerly Wee School, First Baptist Church), 505 Rolling Brook Drive, Baytown, TX 281-420-2740. Administrator: Robin Cunningham; Consultant: Freddie Cullins. Requests accreditation visit for Spring 2014 for K-6.
Schools Seeking Accreditation
1. Trinity Christian School, 7002 Canton Ave., Lubbock, TX 79413, 806-791-6581 Ext. 296, Mrs. Jill Roberts Administrator. Initial Visit for K-8; Full Visit Fall 2015 for PK-1st. Consultant: Karen Earhart; Chair: Brenda Russell; Team: Nancy Purdy & Bruce McDonald, Brenda to contact for date as the school is building more than 1 campus. Visit Date: ______________
2. Spring Baptist Early Learning Center, Spring, TX 77373, 281-353-5448.Administrator: Kathy Cook; Consultant: Dr. Sandra Phelps. Beginning process to meet standards. Dr. Randy Wood reported there has been no new information.
3. Caldwell’s First Baptist Church School, PO Box 687, Caldwell, TX 77836, 304 S. Harvey St. 979-567-3771 Administrator: Tabbatha Pipes; Consultant: Julie Davis Julie reports the school has not responded to her repeated attempts to contact the administration. The teachers are not degreed.
4. First Baptist Christian School PO Box 271, Hillsboro, TX 76645, 254-582-2973; Administrator: Kelly Williams; Consultant: Stan Brooks; K Beginning process of documentation.
5. Fallbrook Christian Academy, 12512 Walters Road, Houston, TX 77014 281-444-6198, Ages 3-5 Administrator: Tasha Burnice; Consultant: Anne Silburn; Initial Visit, Still in progress
6. Lighthouse Baptist Academy, 8622 Garth Road, Baytown, 77521, 281-41-9784 Administrator: Steven Weatherly (singnsteve@aol.com); cell 713-203-8376); Consultant: Freddie Cullen; Chair: Julia Janz; Team: Melissa Fuqua; Full Visit Pending documentation; Freddie Cullen reported the school is not ready for accreditation.
7. The Master’s School of San Marcos, 1664 Center Point Road, San Marcos, TX 78666, 512-392-4322. Consultant: Bob Bryant
New Administrator Visits
1.Oak Ridge Christian, Conroe, TX
2.Bay Area Christian School, League City, TX
3.First Baptist Academy, Houston, TX
4.Fort Bend Christian Academy, Sugar Land, TX
C. Other Business
1. Report: The Accreditation Standards and Bylaws need to be reviewed. The Standards Committee proposed a Standards Bylaw Review Committee: Dr. Julia Janz, Dr. Stan Brooks, Brenda Russell, Dr. Randy Wood, President of ACTABS; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
2. Nomination for ACTABS Standards Committee:
a. Julia Janz – Chair
b. Nancy Purdy – New Member
c. Kevin Thames – New Member
d. President of ACTABS – Standing Member
Standards Committee recommendation; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
VII. President’s Report – Dr. Bob Bryant
1. ACTABS.org - The domain name has been secured for 2 additional years. Constant Contact is used for notifications but can also be used to broadcast administrative and teaching positions. Administrative privilege will be given to the Executive Director, the ACTABS President, and the Standards Chair. A suggestion from the floor that the Commissioners Meetings be teleconferenced to promote better attendance and save money on travel. Dr. Randy Wood suggested the commissioners be allowed to attend via teleconference only one of the two yearly meetings. A suggestion from the floor not to hold the Commissioners Meeting on Wednesday because it conflicts with Chapel schedules.
2. TABS Regional Conferences – The recommended logistics for the TABS Regional Conferences in 2014 were discussed as a state map listing the TABS schools was shown. Host schools for 2014 One day regional conference are North: Temple Christian and Nazarene Christian Academy; Central: Hyde Park Baptist Schools and San Marcos Academy (2/17/14); West: Southcrest Christian School (2/17/13); and South: Fort Bend Christian Academy (2/7/13). Dates are selected by the host school. Schools have the option to attend any conference.
MOTION: The Regional map will be posted and four regional schools are accepted as regional convention hosts. Motion by Freddie Cullen; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
MOTION: The regional convention date will be held during January or February. If a region wants to alter the schedule, it must be approved by the ACTABS Executive Director. Motion by Freddie Cullins; Second by Brenda Russell; Unanimously approved.
3. State TABS Convention – MOTION: Four regional conventions will be held on even years. A state convention committee will be formed with representatives from each region. The regional school will alternate operation of the state convention on odd years in Waco. The state convention will be scheduled between the final weeks of January to the first weeks of February. Motion by Freddie Cullins; Second by Brenda Russell; Discussion; Unanimously approved.
MOTION: The $2000 used to subsidize the state convention will be carried over for use at the state convention rather than dispersed to regional conventions. Motion by Linda Merriott; Second by Karen Zeissel; Discussion; Unanimously approved.
4. Selection and Confirmation of ACTABS Officers for 2013-2015
a. Standards Committee Chair: Julia Janz
b. President: Keith Currivean
c. Vice President: Kevin Thames
d. Secretary: Sandra Phelps
e. Treasurer: Nancy Purdy
f. Members added to Standards Committee: Nancy Purdy, Kevin Thames
g. Ad hoc Standards Committee member: ACTABS President
Motion to appoint Keith Currivean President by Brenda Russell; Second by Nancy Purdy; Unanimously approved.
VIII. Executive Director’s Report by Dr. Randy Wood
1. Proposed legislation discussed: Vouchers; TEPSAC approved to continue. TANS is an organization that provides information on political reforms affecting private schools.
2. Increased fee for TEPSAC every 2 years. 27 schools are currently paying dues.
3. TABS Convention to be held in Waco at Baylor on July 10, 8:00 – 5:00.
IX. Prayer, Dismissed, Lunch
Minutes from the November 1st Commissioners' Meeting
ACTABS Commissioners Meeting Minutes
November 1, 2012
I. 25 Members signed in representing the following schools:
Bay Area Christian School Academy Heritage Christian Academy
Brazos Christian School Hyde Park Baptist Schools
Calvary Christian School Academy River Oaks Baptist School
First Baptist Academy, Houston San Marcos Baptist Academy
First Baptist Christian School, Marble Falls Southcrest Christian School, Lubbock
First Woodway Christian School Temple Christian Schools, Ft. Worth
Fort Bend Christian Academy Texas Christian Schools, Houston
Officers:
President: Dr. Bob Bryant Secretary: Holly Floyd (Dr. Julia Janz, acting)
Vice President: Karen Zeissel Standard’s Chair: Dr. Olivia Elmore
Executive Director: Dr. Randy Wood Public Relations: Dr. Stan Brooke
Treasurer: Nancy Purdy
II. Call to Order, Dr, Bryant
III. Opening Prayer, Brenda Russell
IV. Minutes of February 2012 meeting were posted on the website. No emailed revisions; Minutes approved.
V. Treasurer Report – See attached. Motion to approve from committee by Nancy Purdy; Because of increased costs, Nancy was asked to prepare a report for the spring meeting to report on whether there is a need to increase dues and the increased amount if shown to be required.
The ACTABS Commissioner elected treasurer, Nancy Purdy, was directed by the ACTABS President to replace the current name on the CD (Dennis Wilson) with the current treasurer's name (Nancy Purdy) and the Executive Director's name (Randy Wood). It was felt that this change would keep at least one consistent person in place along with the treasurer and give two persons signature access. This decision was confirmed by a consensus of the Commissioners at the meeting.
VI. Standards Committee Report – Dr. Randy Wood
A. The standards committee make the following recommendations:
1. First Baptist School, 3115 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78404, 409-884-8931, Administrator: Tracy Signs (principal@fbcorpus.org); Chair: Julie Davis; Team: Karen Zeissel Full Visit
Recommendation: The visiting team is pleased to recommend First Baptist School be accredited for a period of 10 years with an interim visit to be conducted after 5 years.
2. The Accreditation Standards and Bylaws need review for alignment with state and TEPSAC standards and best practices.
Proposal: A Standards Bylaw Review Committee is commissioned to review the Standards and report to the Commissioners in the fall 2013 meeting. The committee will include Dr. Olivia Elmore, Dr. Stan Brooks, Brenda Russell, and Dr. Randy Wood.
Motion by Dr. Olivia Elmore; Second Sandra Phelps; Unanimously approved.
Report on Previous Visits
1. Texas Christian Academy, 4600 Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76710-4861 (254) 772-5474; Administrator: Gary Bender; Consultant: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Stan Brooks; Team: Dr. Randy Wood Full Visit: November 14-15, 2011
The campus has combined with the Parkview Campus.
Action Required: Dr. Brooks will visit the campus to check for correction of violations. Date ___________
2. Trinity Christian School, 7002 Canton Ave., Lubbock, TX 79413, 806-791-6581 Ext. 296, Mrs. Jill Roberts Administrator. Initial Visit for K-8; Full Visit Fall 2015 for PK-1st. Consultant: Karen Earhart; Chair: Brenda Russell; Team: Nancy Purdy & Bruce McDonald, Brenda to contact for date. Move Date to 2013-14 as the school is building more than 1 campus.
3. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, Administrator: Stan Brooke; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn
Action Required: Dr. Brooks will meet with the new administration and the visiting team will recommend approval of the governance change made at Temple Christian Schools.
Upcoming Visits
1. Brazos Christian School, 3000 W. Villa Maria Rd, Bryan, TX 77807 979-823-1000 Administrator: Keith A. Currivean; Consultant: Dr. Randy Wood; Chair: Kevin Thames; Full Visit, Date: ____________
2. First Baptist Christian School, 501 12th Street, Marble Falls, TX 78654. Administrator: Dr. Sandra Phelps; Chair _______
Action: Vist to accredit addition of grade Spring 2013.
3. Bannockburn Christian School, Bannockburn Baptist Church, 7100 Brodie Lane, Austin, TX 78745, 512-892-2706 Administrator: ________; Chair: Julia Janz
Action: Visit to accredit additional grade Spring 2013 and approve administration change.
4. First Woodway Christian School, 13000 Woodway Drive, Waco, TX 76712-8545, 254-772-1298, Administrator: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Dr. Stan Brooks; Team: Marvene Snead Date: Dec. 2-4, 2012
5. River Oaks Baptist, 2300 Willowick, Houston, TX 77027, 713-623-6938. Administrator: Leanne Reynolds; Chair: Randy Wood Team: Sandra Phelps, Nancy Purdy Date: November 13-15, 2012
6. Waco Baptist Academy, 6125 Bosque Blvd., Waco, TX 76710, 281-772-2122; K-8; Administrator: Jody Flowers; Consultant: Randy Wood; Chair: Sandra Phelps; Team: Brenda Russell; Visit to be delayed Fall 2012 or Spring 2013. Date: _______
7. Oak Ridge Christian Academy, 27420 Robinson Road, Conroe, TX 77385, 281-298-5800, Administrator: __________ ; Consultant: Freddie Cullen, Team review for accreditation of additional grades. Need Date: _____________
8. Angleton Christian School, First Baptist Church, Angleton, TX 979-849-4311, Administrator: Gordon Smith; Chair: Julie Davis. Visit to approve addition of additional grade. Date: April 2013
9. Brazos Christian School, 3000 W. Villa Maria Rd, Bryan, TX 77807, 979-823-1000. Administrator: Keith A. Currivean; Consultant: Dr. Randy Wood; Chair: Kevin Thames. Full Visit Date: April 2013
10. First Baptist Academy, P.O. Box 868. Dallas, TX 75221, 214-969-7861; Administrator Brian Littlefield; Chair: Dr. Stan Brooks; Team: _________; Full Visit Date: __________
11. Seguin Christian Academy (Formerly: First Baptist Christian School), 515 East Court, Suite 200, P.O. Box 2647, Seguin, TX 78156, 830-433-4131. Changes include location, church support, and administration. Administrator: _____________; Chair: ________; Team: _________; Full Visit Date: ____________
12. Heritage Christian Academy, 1408 S. Goliad Street, Rockwall, TX 75087, 214-837-0218, Administrator: Ron Taylor; Chair: Brenda Russell; Team: ________; Interim Visit: April 8 or 29, 2013
13. Summit Christian Academy, Leander, TX Full Visit Requested but paperwork has not been submitted as of this date. Consultant: ______ Chair: ____; Team: _________ Full Visit Date: _________________
14. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, New Administrator: Neil Childs; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn. Requests reschedule of Full Visit Date: ________
Schools Seeking Accreditation
1. Spring Baptist Early Learning Center, Spring, TX 77373, 281-353-5448.Administrator: Kathy Cook; Consultant: Dr. Sandra Phelps. Beginning process to meet standards.
2. Caldwell’s First Baptist Church School, PO Box 687, Caldwell, TX 77836, 304 S. Harvey St. 979-567-3771 Administrator: Tabbatha Pipes; Consultant: Julie Davis Documentation presented for accreditation.
3. First Baptist Christian School of Baytown ( Formerly Wee School, First Baptist Church), 505 Rolling Brook Drive, Baytown, TX 281-420-2740. Administrator: Robin Cunningham; Consultant: Freddie Cullins. Requests accreditation visit for Spring 2014 for K-6.
4. First Baptist Christian School PO Box 271, Hillsboro, TX 76645, 254-582-2973; Administrator: Kelly Williams; Consultant: Stan Brooks; K Beginning process of documentation.
5. Fallbrook Christian Academy, 12512 Walters Road, Houston, TX 77014 281-444-6198, Ages 3-5 Administrator: Tasha Burnice; Consultant: Anne Silburn; Initial Visit, Still in progress.
6. Lighthouse Baptist Academy, 8622 Garth Road, Baytown, 77521, 281-41-9784 Administrator: Steven Weatherly (singnsteve@aol.com); cell 713-203-8376); Consultant: Freddie Cullen; Chair: Julia Janz; Team: Melissa Fuqua; Full Visit Pending documentation; Not ready, maybe in 1 year.
7. Shelly Turner, sheraye92@embarqmail.com, Inquiry to start Christian school, April 2011.
8. Quala Bennett, khandy52@gmail.com, Seeking accredited high school diploma, August 2011
9. Dr. Lonzetta Allen, 1188 West Broad Street, Mansfield, TX 76063, February 2012.
New Administrator Visits
1. River Oaks Baptist, 2300 Willowick, Houston, TX 77027, 713-623-6938. New Administrator: Leanne Reynolds; Chair: Randy Wood Date: Nov. 6-8, 2012.
2. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, New Administrator: Neil Childs; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn. The visiting team will approve the governance change. Date: __________
3. Clay Road Baptist School, 9151 Houston, TX 77080, 713-939-1023. New Administrator: Matt Duston; Chair: ___________ Date:_____________
4. Administrative Changes 2012-14: Administrative Change Reports are required for:
a. Oak Ridge Christian, Conroe, TX
b. Bay Area Christian School, League City, TX
c. First Baptist Academy, Houston, TX
VII. Executive Director’s Report by Dr. Randy Wood
1. Proposed legislation for vouchers
2. Increased fee for TEPSAC every 2 years. 27 schools are currently paying dues.
3. TANS is an organization that provides information on political reforms affecting private schools.
VIII. Regional District and Convention Proposal – Bob Bryant
In the February 29, 2012 meeting, the Commissioners voted to recommend to TABS that we alternate one-day Regional Conferences with the Annual Statewide Conference. This would begin in 2014. The TABS Officers approved the recommendation at the Convention. Currently, there are 5 to 7 clusters of schools that could serve as Regionals. After review of the location of TABS schools there was much discussion over the number of regions and the areas each should serve. In an effort to conserve resources and provide relevant professional development, the following proposals to TABS were adopted.
Proposal: Four regions be created named North (located centrally around the Dallas area), Central (located centrally around the Waco/Austin area), South (located centrally around Houston area), and West (located centrally around the Lubbock area).
Freddie Cullins moved the proposal to TABS be adopted; Second by Kevin Thames; Unanimously Approved.
Proposal: A one day Regional conference will be held in place of a statewide conference every other year beginning with the 2013-14 school year. The date can be selected by the host school. Each school has the option to attend any conference.
Freddie Cullins moved the proposal to TABS be adopted; Second by Kevin Thames; Unanimously Approved.
Proposal to TABS: Schools volunteering to hold the 2013-14 One Day Regional Convention:
North: Temple Christian and Nazarene Christian Academy
Central: Hyde Park Baptist Schools and San Marcos Baptist Academy
West: Southcrest Christian School
South: Fort Bend Christian Academy
IX. ACTABS Website Proposal – Bob Bryant
The website needs to move to a hosted site to improve sustainability through changes of administration. The cost for a hosted site is $15.96/month. The domain name is $48.93 for 7 years. The email marketing capability is $15/month.
Dr. Stan Brooks made the motion to acquire the website improvements; Second by Chris Jones; Unanimously Approved.
A question was asked whether the membership renewals could be part of the ACTABS website.
X. ACTABS Commissioners Meeting Date Moved
Proposal: The ACTABS Commissioners Meeting will be held during the last 2 weeks of April 2013 (date still to be determined) at San Marcos Baptist Academy.
Motion by Dr. Olivia Elmore; Second by Freddie Cullins; Unanimously approved.
XI. ACTABS Officers & Standards Committee Members
A. ACTABS Officer Nominating Committee, Dr. Randy Wood
1. Recommendation from Standards Committee for Standards Chair: Dr. Julia Janz
2. Nomination for President: Karen Zeissel (declined); Dr. Norm Slosted
3. Nomination for Vice President: Kevin Thames
4. Nomination for Secretary: Sandra Phelps
5. Motion to Retain Treasurer Nancy Purdy by Brenda Russell; Second by Kevin Thames; Unanimously Approved.
B. Members added to the Standards Committee
1. Standards Committee Recommendation for Nancy Purdy
2. Standards Committee Recommendation for Kevin Thames
3. Standards Committee Recommendation to add ACTABS President as an ad hoc committee member. Motion by Brenda Russell; Second by Dr. Stan Brook; Unanimously approved.
XII. Prayer by Freddie Cullins; Dinner and Dismissed
I. 25 Members signed in representing the following schools:
Bay Area Christian School Academy Heritage Christian Academy
Brazos Christian School Hyde Park Baptist Schools
Calvary Christian School Academy River Oaks Baptist School
First Baptist Academy, Houston San Marcos Baptist Academy
First Baptist Christian School, Marble Falls Southcrest Christian School, Lubbock
First Woodway Christian School Temple Christian Schools, Ft. Worth
Fort Bend Christian Academy Texas Christian Schools, Houston
Officers:
President: Dr. Bob Bryant Secretary: Holly Floyd (Dr. Julia Janz, acting)
Vice President: Karen Zeissel Standard’s Chair: Dr. Olivia Elmore
Executive Director: Dr. Randy Wood Public Relations: Dr. Stan Brooke
Treasurer: Nancy Purdy
II. Call to Order, Dr, Bryant
III. Opening Prayer, Brenda Russell
IV. Minutes of February 2012 meeting were posted on the website. No emailed revisions; Minutes approved.
V. Treasurer Report – See attached. Motion to approve from committee by Nancy Purdy; Because of increased costs, Nancy was asked to prepare a report for the spring meeting to report on whether there is a need to increase dues and the increased amount if shown to be required.
The ACTABS Commissioner elected treasurer, Nancy Purdy, was directed by the ACTABS President to replace the current name on the CD (Dennis Wilson) with the current treasurer's name (Nancy Purdy) and the Executive Director's name (Randy Wood). It was felt that this change would keep at least one consistent person in place along with the treasurer and give two persons signature access. This decision was confirmed by a consensus of the Commissioners at the meeting.
VI. Standards Committee Report – Dr. Randy Wood
A. The standards committee make the following recommendations:
1. First Baptist School, 3115 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78404, 409-884-8931, Administrator: Tracy Signs (principal@fbcorpus.org); Chair: Julie Davis; Team: Karen Zeissel Full Visit
Recommendation: The visiting team is pleased to recommend First Baptist School be accredited for a period of 10 years with an interim visit to be conducted after 5 years.
2. The Accreditation Standards and Bylaws need review for alignment with state and TEPSAC standards and best practices.
Proposal: A Standards Bylaw Review Committee is commissioned to review the Standards and report to the Commissioners in the fall 2013 meeting. The committee will include Dr. Olivia Elmore, Dr. Stan Brooks, Brenda Russell, and Dr. Randy Wood.
Motion by Dr. Olivia Elmore; Second Sandra Phelps; Unanimously approved.
Report on Previous Visits
1. Texas Christian Academy, 4600 Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76710-4861 (254) 772-5474; Administrator: Gary Bender; Consultant: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Stan Brooks; Team: Dr. Randy Wood Full Visit: November 14-15, 2011
The campus has combined with the Parkview Campus.
Action Required: Dr. Brooks will visit the campus to check for correction of violations. Date ___________
2. Trinity Christian School, 7002 Canton Ave., Lubbock, TX 79413, 806-791-6581 Ext. 296, Mrs. Jill Roberts Administrator. Initial Visit for K-8; Full Visit Fall 2015 for PK-1st. Consultant: Karen Earhart; Chair: Brenda Russell; Team: Nancy Purdy & Bruce McDonald, Brenda to contact for date. Move Date to 2013-14 as the school is building more than 1 campus.
3. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, Administrator: Stan Brooke; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn
Action Required: Dr. Brooks will meet with the new administration and the visiting team will recommend approval of the governance change made at Temple Christian Schools.
Upcoming Visits
1. Brazos Christian School, 3000 W. Villa Maria Rd, Bryan, TX 77807 979-823-1000 Administrator: Keith A. Currivean; Consultant: Dr. Randy Wood; Chair: Kevin Thames; Full Visit, Date: ____________
2. First Baptist Christian School, 501 12th Street, Marble Falls, TX 78654. Administrator: Dr. Sandra Phelps; Chair _______
Action: Vist to accredit addition of grade Spring 2013.
3. Bannockburn Christian School, Bannockburn Baptist Church, 7100 Brodie Lane, Austin, TX 78745, 512-892-2706 Administrator: ________; Chair: Julia Janz
Action: Visit to accredit additional grade Spring 2013 and approve administration change.
4. First Woodway Christian School, 13000 Woodway Drive, Waco, TX 76712-8545, 254-772-1298, Administrator: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Dr. Stan Brooks; Team: Marvene Snead Date: Dec. 2-4, 2012
5. River Oaks Baptist, 2300 Willowick, Houston, TX 77027, 713-623-6938. Administrator: Leanne Reynolds; Chair: Randy Wood Team: Sandra Phelps, Nancy Purdy Date: November 13-15, 2012
6. Waco Baptist Academy, 6125 Bosque Blvd., Waco, TX 76710, 281-772-2122; K-8; Administrator: Jody Flowers; Consultant: Randy Wood; Chair: Sandra Phelps; Team: Brenda Russell; Visit to be delayed Fall 2012 or Spring 2013. Date: _______
7. Oak Ridge Christian Academy, 27420 Robinson Road, Conroe, TX 77385, 281-298-5800, Administrator: __________ ; Consultant: Freddie Cullen, Team review for accreditation of additional grades. Need Date: _____________
8. Angleton Christian School, First Baptist Church, Angleton, TX 979-849-4311, Administrator: Gordon Smith; Chair: Julie Davis. Visit to approve addition of additional grade. Date: April 2013
9. Brazos Christian School, 3000 W. Villa Maria Rd, Bryan, TX 77807, 979-823-1000. Administrator: Keith A. Currivean; Consultant: Dr. Randy Wood; Chair: Kevin Thames. Full Visit Date: April 2013
10. First Baptist Academy, P.O. Box 868. Dallas, TX 75221, 214-969-7861; Administrator Brian Littlefield; Chair: Dr. Stan Brooks; Team: _________; Full Visit Date: __________
11. Seguin Christian Academy (Formerly: First Baptist Christian School), 515 East Court, Suite 200, P.O. Box 2647, Seguin, TX 78156, 830-433-4131. Changes include location, church support, and administration. Administrator: _____________; Chair: ________; Team: _________; Full Visit Date: ____________
12. Heritage Christian Academy, 1408 S. Goliad Street, Rockwall, TX 75087, 214-837-0218, Administrator: Ron Taylor; Chair: Brenda Russell; Team: ________; Interim Visit: April 8 or 29, 2013
13. Summit Christian Academy, Leander, TX Full Visit Requested but paperwork has not been submitted as of this date. Consultant: ______ Chair: ____; Team: _________ Full Visit Date: _________________
14. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, New Administrator: Neil Childs; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn. Requests reschedule of Full Visit Date: ________
Schools Seeking Accreditation
1. Spring Baptist Early Learning Center, Spring, TX 77373, 281-353-5448.Administrator: Kathy Cook; Consultant: Dr. Sandra Phelps. Beginning process to meet standards.
2. Caldwell’s First Baptist Church School, PO Box 687, Caldwell, TX 77836, 304 S. Harvey St. 979-567-3771 Administrator: Tabbatha Pipes; Consultant: Julie Davis Documentation presented for accreditation.
3. First Baptist Christian School of Baytown ( Formerly Wee School, First Baptist Church), 505 Rolling Brook Drive, Baytown, TX 281-420-2740. Administrator: Robin Cunningham; Consultant: Freddie Cullins. Requests accreditation visit for Spring 2014 for K-6.
4. First Baptist Christian School PO Box 271, Hillsboro, TX 76645, 254-582-2973; Administrator: Kelly Williams; Consultant: Stan Brooks; K Beginning process of documentation.
5. Fallbrook Christian Academy, 12512 Walters Road, Houston, TX 77014 281-444-6198, Ages 3-5 Administrator: Tasha Burnice; Consultant: Anne Silburn; Initial Visit, Still in progress.
6. Lighthouse Baptist Academy, 8622 Garth Road, Baytown, 77521, 281-41-9784 Administrator: Steven Weatherly (singnsteve@aol.com); cell 713-203-8376); Consultant: Freddie Cullen; Chair: Julia Janz; Team: Melissa Fuqua; Full Visit Pending documentation; Not ready, maybe in 1 year.
7. Shelly Turner, sheraye92@embarqmail.com, Inquiry to start Christian school, April 2011.
8. Quala Bennett, khandy52@gmail.com, Seeking accredited high school diploma, August 2011
9. Dr. Lonzetta Allen, 1188 West Broad Street, Mansfield, TX 76063, February 2012.
New Administrator Visits
1. River Oaks Baptist, 2300 Willowick, Houston, TX 77027, 713-623-6938. New Administrator: Leanne Reynolds; Chair: Randy Wood Date: Nov. 6-8, 2012.
2. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, New Administrator: Neil Childs; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn. The visiting team will approve the governance change. Date: __________
3. Clay Road Baptist School, 9151 Houston, TX 77080, 713-939-1023. New Administrator: Matt Duston; Chair: ___________ Date:_____________
4. Administrative Changes 2012-14: Administrative Change Reports are required for:
a. Oak Ridge Christian, Conroe, TX
b. Bay Area Christian School, League City, TX
c. First Baptist Academy, Houston, TX
VII. Executive Director’s Report by Dr. Randy Wood
1. Proposed legislation for vouchers
2. Increased fee for TEPSAC every 2 years. 27 schools are currently paying dues.
3. TANS is an organization that provides information on political reforms affecting private schools.
VIII. Regional District and Convention Proposal – Bob Bryant
In the February 29, 2012 meeting, the Commissioners voted to recommend to TABS that we alternate one-day Regional Conferences with the Annual Statewide Conference. This would begin in 2014. The TABS Officers approved the recommendation at the Convention. Currently, there are 5 to 7 clusters of schools that could serve as Regionals. After review of the location of TABS schools there was much discussion over the number of regions and the areas each should serve. In an effort to conserve resources and provide relevant professional development, the following proposals to TABS were adopted.
Proposal: Four regions be created named North (located centrally around the Dallas area), Central (located centrally around the Waco/Austin area), South (located centrally around Houston area), and West (located centrally around the Lubbock area).
Freddie Cullins moved the proposal to TABS be adopted; Second by Kevin Thames; Unanimously Approved.
Proposal: A one day Regional conference will be held in place of a statewide conference every other year beginning with the 2013-14 school year. The date can be selected by the host school. Each school has the option to attend any conference.
Freddie Cullins moved the proposal to TABS be adopted; Second by Kevin Thames; Unanimously Approved.
Proposal to TABS: Schools volunteering to hold the 2013-14 One Day Regional Convention:
North: Temple Christian and Nazarene Christian Academy
Central: Hyde Park Baptist Schools and San Marcos Baptist Academy
West: Southcrest Christian School
South: Fort Bend Christian Academy
IX. ACTABS Website Proposal – Bob Bryant
The website needs to move to a hosted site to improve sustainability through changes of administration. The cost for a hosted site is $15.96/month. The domain name is $48.93 for 7 years. The email marketing capability is $15/month.
Dr. Stan Brooks made the motion to acquire the website improvements; Second by Chris Jones; Unanimously Approved.
A question was asked whether the membership renewals could be part of the ACTABS website.
X. ACTABS Commissioners Meeting Date Moved
Proposal: The ACTABS Commissioners Meeting will be held during the last 2 weeks of April 2013 (date still to be determined) at San Marcos Baptist Academy.
Motion by Dr. Olivia Elmore; Second by Freddie Cullins; Unanimously approved.
XI. ACTABS Officers & Standards Committee Members
A. ACTABS Officer Nominating Committee, Dr. Randy Wood
1. Recommendation from Standards Committee for Standards Chair: Dr. Julia Janz
2. Nomination for President: Karen Zeissel (declined); Dr. Norm Slosted
3. Nomination for Vice President: Kevin Thames
4. Nomination for Secretary: Sandra Phelps
5. Motion to Retain Treasurer Nancy Purdy by Brenda Russell; Second by Kevin Thames; Unanimously Approved.
B. Members added to the Standards Committee
1. Standards Committee Recommendation for Nancy Purdy
2. Standards Committee Recommendation for Kevin Thames
3. Standards Committee Recommendation to add ACTABS President as an ad hoc committee member. Motion by Brenda Russell; Second by Dr. Stan Brook; Unanimously approved.
XII. Prayer by Freddie Cullins; Dinner and Dismissed
Minutes from the February 12th Commissioner's Meeting
I. 21 Members Present representing the following schools:
Bannockburn Christian Academy Fort Bend Christian Academy
Bay Area Christian School Academy Hyde Park Baptist Schools
Calvary Christian School San Marcos Baptist Academy
First Baptist Academy of Dallas Temple Christian
First Baptist Christian Academy, Sequin Texas Christian School
First Baptist Christian School, Marble Falls Waco Baptist Academy
First Woodway Christian School Wheeler Ave. Christian Academy
II. Opening Prayer by Herc Palmquist
III. Minutes of November meeting have been posted on the website. No emailed revisions; Minutes approved.
IV. Treasurer Report – See attached. Motion to approve from committee by Nancy Purdy; Brenda Russell 2nd. Vote unanimous to approve.
V. Standards Committee Report – Dr. Randy Wood
A. The standards committee make the following recommendations for accreditation
1. Calvary Christian School, 1815 N. 7th Street, Harlingen, TX 78550, 956-425-1882, Administrator: Karen Zeissel; Chair: Freddie Cullins;
Team: Kevin Thames Full Visit: November 14-15, 2011 Recommendation: The committee recommends that ACTABS renew the accreditation of Calvary Christian School K-8, without condition.
The Standards Committee recommended approval of the report. Vote: Unanimous to approve
2. Texas Christian, 4600 Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76710-4861 (254) 772-5474; Administrator: Gary Bender; Consultant: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Stan Brooks; Team: Dr. Randy Wood Full Visit: November 14-15, 2011 Recommendation: The visiting team is pleased to recommend Texas Christian Academy be accredited for a period of 10 years with an interim visit to be conducted after 5 years. This recommendation is contingent on items #1 and #3 previously listed as violations being corrected in the time limits stated with those items. Verification of these corrective actions will be made by a return visit by at least one member of the visiting team. This verification visit will be conducted prior to the next ACTABS meeting so TCA’s application for accreditation can be acted upon at that time.
The Standards Committee recommended approval of the report.
Vote: Unanimous to approve
3. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, Administrator: Stan Brooke; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn & Full Visit. The Standards Committee recommended approval of continued accreditation. The visiting team will schedule another visit to approve the governance changes made at the school.
Vote: Unanimous to approve
4. Southcrest Christian School, 3801 South Loop 289, Lubbock, TX 79423, 806-797-7400 Administrator: Linda Merriott; Consultant: Karen Earhart; Chair: & Nancy Purdy The initial visit was conducted on April 4, 2011. The team recommended grade 11 be accredited beginning with the 2011-12 school year. The Standards Committee recommended approval of the team’s recommendation.
Vote: Unanimously approved.
5. Angleton Christian School, First Baptist Church, Angleton, TX, 979-849-4311 Administrator: Gordon Smith; Chair: Julie Davis 10th Grade The team recommended grade 10 be accredited beginning with the 2011-12 school year. The Standards Committee recommended approval of the team’s recommendation.
Vote: Unanimously approved.
B. Team Visits Spring 2012
1. Brazos Christian School, 3000 W. Villa Maria Rd, Bryan, TX 77807 979-823-1000 Administrator: Keith A. Currivean; Consultant: Dr. Randy Wood; Chair: Kevin Thames; Full Visit, Date: ____________
2. Bannockburn Christian School, Bannockburn Baptist Church, 7100 Brodie Lane, Austin, TX 78745, 512-892-2706 Administrator: Donna Detjen; Chair: Julia Janz Visit to accredit new grade April 16, 2012.
C. Team Visits Fall 2012
1. First Woodway Christian School, 13000 Woodway Drive, Waco, TX 76712-8545, 254-772-1298, Administrator: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Michael Smith; Team: Marvene Snead Date: _____________
2. River Oaks Baptist, 2300 Willowick, Houston, TX 77027, 713-623-6938. Administrator: _______________; Chair: Julia Janz; Team: Randy Wood, Billie Johnson.Date: November 6-8, 2012
3. Waco Baptist Academy, 6125 Bosque Blvd., Waco, TX 76710, 281-772-2122; K-8; Administrator: Jody Flowers; Consultant: Randy Wood; Chair: Sandra Phelps; Team: Brenda Russell; Visit to be delayed Fall 2012 or Spring 2013.
4. Oak Ridge Christian Academy, 27420 Robinson Road, Conroe, TX 77385, 281-298-5800, Administrator: Matt Duston; Consultant: Freddie Cullen, Accreditation of 11th grade. Need Date: _____________
D. Schools Seeking Accreditation
1. Spring Baptist Early Learning Center, Spring, TX 77373, 281-353-5448.Administrator: Kathy Cook; Consultant: Dr. Sandra Phelps. Beginning process to meet standards.
2. Caldwell’s First Baptist Church School, PO Box 687, Caldwell, TX 77836, 304 S. Harvey St. 979-567-3771 Administrator: Tabbatha Pipes; Consultant: Julie Davis Documentation presented for accreditation. Emailed Julie to contact school.
3. Wee School, First Baptist Church, 505 Rolling Brook Drive, Baytown, TX 281-420-2740. Administrator: Robin Cunningham; Consultant: Freddie Cullins
4. First Baptist Christian School PO Box 271, Hillsboro, TX 76645, 254-582-2973; Administrator: Kelly Williams; Consultant: Stan Brooks; K-5 Beginning process of documentation.
5. Fallbrook Christian Academy, 12512 Walters Road, Houston, TX 77014 281-444-6198, Ages 3-5 Administrator: Tasha Burnice; Consultant: Anne Silburn; Initial Visit, Still in progress.
6. Lighthouse Baptist Academy, 8622 Garth Road, Baytown, 77521, 281-41-9784 Administrator: Steven Weatherly (singnsteve@aol.com); cell 713-203-8376); Consultant: Freddie Cullen; Chair: Julia Janz; Team: Melissa Fuqua; Full Visit Pending documentation; Not ready
7. Shelly Turner, sheraye92@embarqmail.com, Inquiry to start Christian school, April 2011.
8. Quala Bennett, khandy52@gmail.com, Seeking accredited high school diploma, August 2011
9. Dr. Lonzetta Allen, 1188 West Broad Street, Mansfield, TX 76063, February 2012.
VI. Executive Director’s Report by Dr. Randy Wood
Dr. Wood discussed the financial stresses on private schools created by the increase of gas prices and the economic climate in the public schools due to decreased funding.
VII. Standards Technology Proposal – Dr. Bob Bryant (See attachment)
The recommended changes to the standards were discussed. Freddie Cullins moved the recommendations be accepted as printed with the understanding they may need modification the following year. Brian Littlefield 2nd the motion. The commissioners voted unanimously to accept the motion.
VIII. Convention Committee Report – Freddie Cullins (See attachment)
The report was presented. Stan Brooke moved to send the data and recommendations to the TABS Executive Committee. Herc Palmquist 2nd the motion. The commissioners voted unanimously to accept the motion.
IX. Other Business
ACTABS Educator of the Year is Nancy Purdy
X. Dinner and Dismissed
Bannockburn Christian Academy Fort Bend Christian Academy
Bay Area Christian School Academy Hyde Park Baptist Schools
Calvary Christian School San Marcos Baptist Academy
First Baptist Academy of Dallas Temple Christian
First Baptist Christian Academy, Sequin Texas Christian School
First Baptist Christian School, Marble Falls Waco Baptist Academy
First Woodway Christian School Wheeler Ave. Christian Academy
II. Opening Prayer by Herc Palmquist
III. Minutes of November meeting have been posted on the website. No emailed revisions; Minutes approved.
IV. Treasurer Report – See attached. Motion to approve from committee by Nancy Purdy; Brenda Russell 2nd. Vote unanimous to approve.
V. Standards Committee Report – Dr. Randy Wood
A. The standards committee make the following recommendations for accreditation
1. Calvary Christian School, 1815 N. 7th Street, Harlingen, TX 78550, 956-425-1882, Administrator: Karen Zeissel; Chair: Freddie Cullins;
Team: Kevin Thames Full Visit: November 14-15, 2011 Recommendation: The committee recommends that ACTABS renew the accreditation of Calvary Christian School K-8, without condition.
The Standards Committee recommended approval of the report. Vote: Unanimous to approve
2. Texas Christian, 4600 Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76710-4861 (254) 772-5474; Administrator: Gary Bender; Consultant: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Stan Brooks; Team: Dr. Randy Wood Full Visit: November 14-15, 2011 Recommendation: The visiting team is pleased to recommend Texas Christian Academy be accredited for a period of 10 years with an interim visit to be conducted after 5 years. This recommendation is contingent on items #1 and #3 previously listed as violations being corrected in the time limits stated with those items. Verification of these corrective actions will be made by a return visit by at least one member of the visiting team. This verification visit will be conducted prior to the next ACTABS meeting so TCA’s application for accreditation can be acted upon at that time.
The Standards Committee recommended approval of the report.
Vote: Unanimous to approve
3. Temple Christian Schools, 6824 Randol Mill Road, Fort Worth, TX 817-457-0770, Administrator: Stan Brooke; Chair: Judy Abercrombie; Team: Anne Silburn & Full Visit. The Standards Committee recommended approval of continued accreditation. The visiting team will schedule another visit to approve the governance changes made at the school.
Vote: Unanimous to approve
4. Southcrest Christian School, 3801 South Loop 289, Lubbock, TX 79423, 806-797-7400 Administrator: Linda Merriott; Consultant: Karen Earhart; Chair: & Nancy Purdy The initial visit was conducted on April 4, 2011. The team recommended grade 11 be accredited beginning with the 2011-12 school year. The Standards Committee recommended approval of the team’s recommendation.
Vote: Unanimously approved.
5. Angleton Christian School, First Baptist Church, Angleton, TX, 979-849-4311 Administrator: Gordon Smith; Chair: Julie Davis 10th Grade The team recommended grade 10 be accredited beginning with the 2011-12 school year. The Standards Committee recommended approval of the team’s recommendation.
Vote: Unanimously approved.
B. Team Visits Spring 2012
1. Brazos Christian School, 3000 W. Villa Maria Rd, Bryan, TX 77807 979-823-1000 Administrator: Keith A. Currivean; Consultant: Dr. Randy Wood; Chair: Kevin Thames; Full Visit, Date: ____________
2. Bannockburn Christian School, Bannockburn Baptist Church, 7100 Brodie Lane, Austin, TX 78745, 512-892-2706 Administrator: Donna Detjen; Chair: Julia Janz Visit to accredit new grade April 16, 2012.
C. Team Visits Fall 2012
1. First Woodway Christian School, 13000 Woodway Drive, Waco, TX 76712-8545, 254-772-1298, Administrator: Nancy Purdy; Chair: Michael Smith; Team: Marvene Snead Date: _____________
2. River Oaks Baptist, 2300 Willowick, Houston, TX 77027, 713-623-6938. Administrator: _______________; Chair: Julia Janz; Team: Randy Wood, Billie Johnson.Date: November 6-8, 2012
3. Waco Baptist Academy, 6125 Bosque Blvd., Waco, TX 76710, 281-772-2122; K-8; Administrator: Jody Flowers; Consultant: Randy Wood; Chair: Sandra Phelps; Team: Brenda Russell; Visit to be delayed Fall 2012 or Spring 2013.
4. Oak Ridge Christian Academy, 27420 Robinson Road, Conroe, TX 77385, 281-298-5800, Administrator: Matt Duston; Consultant: Freddie Cullen, Accreditation of 11th grade. Need Date: _____________
D. Schools Seeking Accreditation
1. Spring Baptist Early Learning Center, Spring, TX 77373, 281-353-5448.Administrator: Kathy Cook; Consultant: Dr. Sandra Phelps. Beginning process to meet standards.
2. Caldwell’s First Baptist Church School, PO Box 687, Caldwell, TX 77836, 304 S. Harvey St. 979-567-3771 Administrator: Tabbatha Pipes; Consultant: Julie Davis Documentation presented for accreditation. Emailed Julie to contact school.
3. Wee School, First Baptist Church, 505 Rolling Brook Drive, Baytown, TX 281-420-2740. Administrator: Robin Cunningham; Consultant: Freddie Cullins
4. First Baptist Christian School PO Box 271, Hillsboro, TX 76645, 254-582-2973; Administrator: Kelly Williams; Consultant: Stan Brooks; K-5 Beginning process of documentation.
5. Fallbrook Christian Academy, 12512 Walters Road, Houston, TX 77014 281-444-6198, Ages 3-5 Administrator: Tasha Burnice; Consultant: Anne Silburn; Initial Visit, Still in progress.
6. Lighthouse Baptist Academy, 8622 Garth Road, Baytown, 77521, 281-41-9784 Administrator: Steven Weatherly (singnsteve@aol.com); cell 713-203-8376); Consultant: Freddie Cullen; Chair: Julia Janz; Team: Melissa Fuqua; Full Visit Pending documentation; Not ready
7. Shelly Turner, sheraye92@embarqmail.com, Inquiry to start Christian school, April 2011.
8. Quala Bennett, khandy52@gmail.com, Seeking accredited high school diploma, August 2011
9. Dr. Lonzetta Allen, 1188 West Broad Street, Mansfield, TX 76063, February 2012.
VI. Executive Director’s Report by Dr. Randy Wood
Dr. Wood discussed the financial stresses on private schools created by the increase of gas prices and the economic climate in the public schools due to decreased funding.
VII. Standards Technology Proposal – Dr. Bob Bryant (See attachment)
The recommended changes to the standards were discussed. Freddie Cullins moved the recommendations be accepted as printed with the understanding they may need modification the following year. Brian Littlefield 2nd the motion. The commissioners voted unanimously to accept the motion.
VIII. Convention Committee Report – Freddie Cullins (See attachment)
The report was presented. Stan Brooke moved to send the data and recommendations to the TABS Executive Committee. Herc Palmquist 2nd the motion. The commissioners voted unanimously to accept the motion.
IX. Other Business
ACTABS Educator of the Year is Nancy Purdy
X. Dinner and Dismissed
