Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Pharos Academy Charter School.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Bronx
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
695
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
3600111
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
1
Mascot
School mascot.
Gulls
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
90
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
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Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Pharos Academy Charter School
The board discussed and approved a new sick time payout policy, settling on a 'use it or lose it' approach. The Finance Committee provided an update on treasury investments, and the board approved the financial reports from August 2026. Significant discussion focused on student enrollment strategies, including increasing community outreach to K-8 schools and exploring PreK service provider options to meet enrollment goals. The Executive Director provided an update on the smooth opening of the school year and ongoing facility improvements.
The Board discussed and approved the School Safety & Emergency Response Plan and a proposed change to the sick time payout policy to $200 per day, pending legal counsel. Follow-up discussions addressed COVID-19 concerns, current enrollment statistics, and the assessment process for kindergarten scholars. The Finance Committee reported on the school's fiscal health, securing approval for the July 2026 financials and a five-year investment option. The Executive Director provided a comprehensive report on academic performance, comparing school examination scores in ELA and Math against city, state, and district benchmarks, and outlined strategies for supporting teaching staff performance. The meeting concluded with an executive session addressing legal and personnel matters.
The board meeting included scholar presentations regarding their academic achievements and future career paths. Governance topics included a reminder regarding upcoming charter renewal activities, the status of board evaluations, and the sharing of the board calendar. The finance committee reported on budget reviews, and the board approved the purchase of cafeteria tables and lighting upgrades to ensure compliance with local regulations. Discussions also covered anticipated insurance cost increases and the restructuring of the scholarship program criteria. Additionally, the facilities update addressed the cleaning company contract and the issuance of an RFP for cleaning services, followed by an executive session regarding confidential matters.
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