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PUBLIC NOTICE - Wellness Policy Meeting September 14, 2026 at 4:00PM. Click to Review Notice.

ADMISSIONS

Our Board

Our volunteer Board of Directors serves as the governing body of Burns Science & Technology Charter School, providing oversight and strategic direction in support of the School’s mission and long-term success. The Board establishes policy, oversees financial and academic accountability, approves the annual budget, and helps ensure the School operates in accordance with its charter and applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Board members bring a demonstrated commitment to education, along with experience, expertise, and community perspective that support the continued growth and success of Burns Sci-Tech and its students.

Chairman

Mr. Richard Paczkowski

TERM START:

RENEWAL DATE:

2/2024

7/2027

Vice Chair

Mrs. Jamie Sulle

TERM START:

RENEWAL DATE:

7/2025

7/2028

Treasurer

Mr. Damian Hall

TERM START:

RENEWAL DATE:

10/2022

7/2025

Secretary

Ms. April Coyle

TERM START:

RENEWAL DATE:

4/2026

7/2029

Member

Ms. Suzanne Jarrell

TERM START:

RENEWAL DATE:

2/2024

7/2027

Member

Ms. Kylee Montgomery

TERM START:

RENEWAL DATE:

4/2026

7/2029

Member

Ms. Charlotte Hope Gillis

TERM START:

RENEWAL DATE:

4/2026

7/2029

BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
2026-2027

All Board meetings are held in the Literacy Lab next to the Main Office unless otherwise noticed. 

Agendas are posted prior to each meeting. 
Minutes are posted after they are approved at the next scheduled meeting.

Date
Time
Meeting
Agenda
Minutes
07/21/2026
5:30 PM
Board Workshop
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View Minutes
07/21/2026
6:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting
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View Minutes
08/25/2026
5:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting
View Agenda
08/25/2026
4:00 PM
Board Workshop
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09/22/2026
5:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting
10/20/2026
6:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting
12/15/2026
6:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting
01/19/2027
6:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting
02/23/2027
6:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting
03/23/2027
6:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting
04/20/2027
6:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting
06/22/2027
6:00 PM
Regular Board Meeting

Traffic Information & Frequently Asked Questions

What time does morning drop-off begin?

  • Grades K–6: Drop-off begins at 7:40 AM.
    (There is no morning care available before this time.)

  • Grades 7–12: Drop-off begins at 7:30 AM.
     

What time is afternoon pick-up?
Pick-up times and locations vary by grade level and sibling groupings:

  • 3:10 PM – White Building:
    K–1 students without older siblings
    K–1 students with siblings in grades 2–6

  • 3:15 PM – Office/Cafeteria:
    Grades 2–3 with no siblings or with siblings in grades 4–6

  • 3:20 PM – Office/Cafeteria:
    Grades 4–5 without siblings or with siblings in grade 6

  • 3:30 PM – Office/Cafeteria:
    Grade 6 students without younger siblings

  • 3:45 PM – Gymnasium:
    Grades 7–8 and any 9–12 siblings

  • 3:45 PM – High School Loop:
    Grades 9–12 students without siblings in grades 7–8

What if I have more than one child in different grades?
Follow this general rule:
Pick up at the youngest child’s location, at the oldest child’s pick-up time.
Examples:

  • A family with a 1st grader and a 3rd grader should pick up both children at the White Building at 3:15 PM.

  • A family with a kindergartener and a 4th grader should pick up at the White Building at 3:20 PM.

  • A family with a 2nd grader and a 6th grader should pick up at the Office/Cafeteria at 3:30 PM.

What if I have children in both K–6 and 7–12?
Please follow this two-step process:

  1. Pick up your K–6 student(s) first at their designated location and time.

  2. Loop around to Ridge Road and proceed to the High School or Gymnasium for 7–12 pick-up.

Arrive for K–6 pick-up at the designated time based on grade level, then proceed to the 7–12 loop for the 3:45 PM pick-up.


What are the traffic rules on Ridge Road?
To ensure safety and efficiency:

  • Ridge Road is one-way during pick-up and drop-off hours.

  • No lane changes are permitted at the intersection of East Halifax Ave. and Ridge Road (enter in the correct lane).

  • Follow all speed limit and traffic signage.

  • Be aware of oncoming traffic when turning from East Halifax Avenue onto Ridge Rd.

  • Pull forward fully before loading or unloading students to help keep the line moving smoothly.

IMPORTANT TRAFFIC INFORMATION​

 

  • Ridge Road is one-way during pick-up & drop-off.

  • NO LANE CHANGES AT RIDGE ROAD

  • K-6 morning Drop-off begins at 7:40AM (no morning care)

  • 7-12 Drop-off begins at 7:30AM

  • Arrive only at your designated Pick-up time

  • Be mindful of oncoming traffic from East Halifax Ave. when turning onto Ridge Road.

  • Follow all speed limit signs

  • Please Pull Forward Before Dropping Students Off

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