The Learning Foundation of Georgia
Public Summary of the Board of Directors’ Meeting
October 13, 2026
Boys & Girls Club of North Georgia
Members present:
Mr. John Minor V, Chairman; Mr. David Elrod, Dr. John Fuchko III, Dr. Sharon Hixon, Ms. Cindy Howalt, Ms. Michelle Koneman, Ms. Jessica Triviño, and Mr. Larry Winter
Members absent:
Ms. Tangela Johnson, Ms. Julie Patterson, and Mr. Scott Smith
Quorum Established
Chairman John Minor V called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m., and a quorum was confirmed. The Board voted 7-0 to approve the September 22 meeting minutes.
Information / Discussion Items:
- Update on Boys & Girls Club (BGC) expansion/renovations. BGC President Robbie Slocumb reported on progress of the capital project.
- Update on lease of BGC facility. Chairman Minor reported on the status of lease negotiations.
- Update on Head of School search. Dr. Hixon reported that Ms. Cherri Nix would be the new Head of School. Ms. Nix attended the meeting via teleconference.
Action Items:
- Board retreat on October 20. The Board voted 7-0 to postpone the Board retreat to a work session in November and a retreat in January.
- Treasurer’s Report. The Board voted 7-0 to accept the Treasurer’s Report as presented.
- Builtwell Bank line of credit authorized signatories. The Board voted 7-0 to name signatories for the line of credit.
- Builtwell Bank checking account authorized signatories. The Board voted 7-0 to name signatories to the checking account and for checks.
Other Business:
There was no other business.
Adjournment
Chairman Minor adjourned the meeting at 6:42 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ David J. Elrod
Executive Director