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Mon Sep 14, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
NOCCA board to vote on Adams and Reese contract, approve minutes
The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, vote on a board resolution for the Adams and Reese contract, and receive reports on budget, statewide outreach, enrollment, and professional development. The agenda is largely routine governance, with action items limited to minutes approval and the contract resolution.
- Approval of May 11, 2026 board and personnel committee minutes, and June 24, 2026 personnel committee minutes
- Board resolution for Adams and Reese contract – action
- Budget report from Finance and Operations
- Statewide outreach and Experience NOCCA update
- Hiring updates and Financial Literacy dual enrollment course report
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NOCCA
Board of Directors Meeting
September 14, 2026 5:00 pm
NOCCA Library
Agenda
Call to Order
Roll Call
Student Performance-Music Department
Approval of May 11, 2026 Board of Directors Meeting minutes; May 11, 2026 Personnel Committee Meeting minutes; and June 24, 2026 Personnel Committee Meeting minutes – Action
Student Services and Statewide Outreach (Mr. Blake Coheley and Ms. Prinsey Walker)
Statewide outreach
Experience NOCCA
Enrollment numbers
Other
Finance and Operations (Ms. Betty Coulon)
Budget
Other
Arts and Academics (Dr. Kit Nelson and Ms. Kesha McKey)
Professional development
Other
NOCCA Foundation
Report
Board Chair
Board Resolution for Adams and Reese contract - Action
Other
President/CEO
Hiring updates
Financial Literacy dual enrollment course
Other
Public Comment
Remarks/Other Business
Adjourn
Louisiana Boards and Commissions https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/home.cfm
Remaining Meetings 2026-27
November 4, 2026 – 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
February 24, 2027 - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Potential Retreat date with expanded hours)
April 14, 2027 – 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Potential Retreat date with expanded hours)
June 2, 2027 - 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Personnel Committee)
June 2, 2027 - 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wed Jun 24, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
NOCCA Personnel Committee to discuss personnel grievances
The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Personnel Committee will meet to conduct an executive session. The committee will discuss grievances against personnel according to the NOCCA Faculty/Staff Handbook Grievance Policy.
- Executive session to discuss personnel grievances
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NOCCA
Board of Directors
Personnel Committee Meeting
NOCCA Conference Room
Wednesday, June 24 2026
9:00 a.m.
Agenda
Call to Order
Roll Call
Executive Session: The personnel committee will go into executive session pursuant to La. R.S. 42:17 to discuss grievances against NOCCA personnel in accordance with the NOCCA Faulty/Staff Handbook Grievance Policy.
Remarks/Other Business
Public Comment
Adjourn
Mon May 11, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
NOCCA board to approve 2026-27 student handbook and review strategic plan
The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors will meet to approve the 2026-27 Student and Parent Handbook and receive updates on the NOCCA Strategic Plan, financial disclosures, and a street crossing study. The meeting is procedural with no remaining sessions scheduled for the school year.
- Approval of 2026-27 NOCCA Student and Parent Handbook
- NOCCA Strategic Plan Update by Mr. Jay Altman
- Tier 2.1 Financial Disclosure
- Street Crossing Study update by Mr. Jack Sawyer
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NOCCA
Board of Directors Meeting
May 11, 2026 5:00 pm
NOCCA Library
Agenda
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of March 25, 2026 Board of Directors Meeting Minutes and the March 25, 2026 Board of Directors Retreat Minutes – Action
Arts and Academics (Dr. Kit Nelson and Ms. Kesha McKey)
2026-27 NOCCA Student and Parent Handbook – Action
Other
President/CEO
NOCCA Strategic Plan Update (Mr. Jay Altman, Center for Sustainable Leadership)
Other
Board Chair
Tier 2.1 Financial Disclosure
Personnel Committee Meeting update
Street Crossing Study update (Mr. Jack Sawyer, Eskew+Dumez+Ripple)
Other
NOCCA Foundation
Report
Finance and Operations (Ms. Betty Coulon)
Budget
Student Services (Mr. Blake Coheley, Ms. Prinsey Walker)
Senior Saturday, Homecoming, Graduation, Celebration
Other
Public Comment
Remarks/Other Business
Adjourn
Louisiana Boards and Commissions https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/home.cfm
There are no remaining Board Meetings in this school year.
The 2026-27 Board Meeting Calendar will be shared at a later date.
Mon May 11, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
Personnel committee to review president/CEO evaluation
The NOCCA Board of Directors Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and review the president/CEO evaluation in executive session. The agenda also includes roll call, public comment, and other business. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Executive session for president/CEO evaluation review
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NOCCA
Board of Directors
Personnel Committee Meeting
NOCCA Conference Room
Monday, May 11, 2026
3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Agenda
Call to Order
Roll Call
Executive Session
President/CEO evaluation review
Remarks/Other Business
Public Comment
Adjourn
Mon May 11, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
Board to adopt updated student-parent handbook for NOCCA
The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors will review a draft student-parent handbook outlining policies for academics, student life, and discipline at NOCCA’s campus on Chartres Street. The handbook, approved in May 2025, includes expectations for students, parents, grading, and disciplinary procedures, though state law supersedes it.
- Handbook covers academic eligibility, grading, and credit recovery policies
- Discipline policies include suspension, expulsion, and appeal processes
- Student support services outlined for mental health, special education, and college planning
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Student|Parent Handbook
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts
2800 Chartres St.
New Orleans, LA 70117
504-940-2787
DRAFT State law supersedes this handbook
Table of Contents
Table of Contents 2
Part 1: Introduction 5
NOCCA Vision 5
NOCCA Mission 5
NOCCA Community Values 5
Student and Family Expectations of NOCCA 5
NOCCA’s Expectations of All Students 6
NOCCA’s Expectations of All Parents/Legal Guardians 6
Part 2: Academics 7
Eligibility 7
Credits toward State of Louisiana Graduation Requirements 7
Grading 8
Report Cards/Progress Reports 8
Growth Plans 8
Credit Recovery in Academic Studio 9
Withdrawal from NOCCA 9
Arts Discipline Changes Within the Arts Conservatory 10
Student Internship Program 10
Arts Conservatory Celebration Season 10
Part 3: Student Life 11
Prelude 11
The Parent/Guardian Portal 11
Future and College Planning 11
Transportation Resources 12
Driver Permits and Minor Work Permits 13
Student Support Team (SST) 13
Special Education (SPED) 13
Identification of Students Who May be Eligible for Special Education Services 13
Talented Services 14
Gifted Services 14
Mental Health Services 14
Healthy Environment for Learning Program (HELP) 1 5
Entering HELP 16
Exiting HELP 1 6
Disqualification 1 6
Health Services 17
2
Board Approved May 28, 2025
Returning from Mental Health Check/Leave or Extended Illness 17
Medication Policy 1 7
Library 18
Lockers 1 8
Lost and Found 1 8
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
NOCCA Board of Directors to hold Strategic Plan Workshop
The Board of Directors will conduct a retreat focused on the strategic planning process. Discussions will center on the arts program and the relationship between NOCCA and the NOCCA Foundation.
- Strategic Plan Workshop led by Mr. Jay Altman
- Review of emerging priorities
- Workshop on Future Leaning Arts Program
- Discussion on strengthening the relationship between NOCCA and the NOCCA Foundation
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NOCCA
Board of Directors Retreat
March 25, 2026
1:00pm-5:00pm
Press Gallery
Agenda
Call to Order
Roll Call
Strategic Plan Workshop (Mr. Jay Altman)
Opening activity and agenda review
Overview of Strategic Planning Process thus far and Emerging Priorities
Workshop Future Leaning Arts Program
Workshop Strategies for Strengthening the Collaborative Relationship between NOCCA and the NOCCA Foundation
Closing, Next Steps and Takeaways
Public Comment
Remarks/Other Business
Adjourn
Louisiana Boards and Commissions https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/home.cfm
Wed Mar 25, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
✓ Decided: NOCCA Board approves November minutes and 2026-27 school calendar
The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors held a regular meeting and approved the minutes from November 12, 2025, as well as the projected 2026-27 school calendar. The board also heard updates regarding student services, arts and academics, finance, and the NOCCA Foundation.
- Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Approved NOCCA 2026-27 school calendar including five full days of professional development (all in favor)
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PRESENT: EXCUSED:
Ms. Rhenea Carter Dr. Rachel T. Davis-Haley
Mr. Wood Delahoussaye Ms. Janice R. Manuel
Dr. Joe Ricks Ms. Beth Scioneaux
Mr. Gary Solomon Mr. Carlos Zervigon
Mr. Mark-Anthony Thomas
Mr. Stephen Weber
Ms. Robin Williams
EX-OFFICIO:
Mr. Silas Cooper
CALL TO ORDER
Board President, Mr. Gary Solomon, called the meeting to order at 5:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
The roll was taken. There were seven members present. A quorum was present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ms. Rhenea Carter moved to approve the NOCCA Board of Directors meeting minutes of November 12, 2025. Mr. Wood Delahoussaye seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion carried.
STUDENT SERVICES
Mr. Blake Coheley, Director of Student Services and Admissions, reported on the status of the Audition Season, comparing statistics from the previous year to the current year. The statistics overall were similar. Board members asked questions about departments that had fewer applicants and potential plans for addressing those numbers.
Mr. Coheley shared the projected 2026-27 NOCCA School Calendar for Board approval. In addition, he shared a document illustrating the process for determining the number of days required by the state department of Louisiana. Mr. Coheley highlighted the addition of five full days of Professional Development at the beginning of the school year. Mr. Mark-Anthony Thomas moved to approve the NOCCA 2026-27 School Calendar. Ms. Carter seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion carried.
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
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PRESENT: EXCUSED:
Mr. Wood Delahoussaye Ms. Rhenea Carter
Dr. Joe Ricks Dr. Rachel T. Davis-Haley
Mr. Gary Solomon Ms. Janice R. Manuel
Mr. Mark-Anthony Thomas Ms. Beth Scioneaux
Mr. Stephen Weber
Ms. Robin Williams
Mr. Carlos Zervigon
EX-OFFICIO:
Mr. Silas Cooper
CALL TO ORDER
Board President, Mr. Gary Solomon, called the meeting to order at 2:34 p.m.
ROLL CALL
The roll was taken. There were four members present. In addition, the following were in attendance:
Ms. Shanekah Johnson, NOCCA Foundation Executive Director
Ms. Sally Shushan, NOCCA Foundation Board of Directors President
Ms. Shirley Trusty Corey, NOCCA Foundation Board of Directors Member
Ms. Anne Candies, NOCCA Foundation Board of Directors Member (virtual)
Ms. Elizabeth McMillan, NOCCA Foundation Director of Advancement
Mr. Richard Read, NOCCA Foundation Director of Development and Communications
Ms. Kesha McKey, NOCCA Director of Arts
Dr. Kit Nelson, NOCCA Director of Academic Studio
Mr. Blake Coheley, NOCCA Director of Student Services and Admissions
Mr. Jay Altman, Center for Sustainable Leadership
STRATEGIC PLAN WORKSHOP
Mr. Jay Altman led the group through the following during this collaborative session between the NOCCA Board of Directors, NOCCA Leadership, the NOCCA Foundation Board of Directors and NOCCA Foundation Leadership:
Opening activity and agenda review
Overview of Strategic Planning Process thus far and Emerging Priorities
Workshop Future Leaning Arts Program
Workshop Strategies for …
Wed Mar 25, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
NOCCA board holds strategic planning workshop
The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors is meeting for a retreat focused on a strategic plan workshop. The board will review the planning process, discuss emerging priorities, and workshop future arts programs and collaboration with the NOCCA Foundation. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public comment and other business.
- Strategic Plan Workshop led by Mr. Jay Altman
- Review of strategic planning process and emerging priorities
- Workshop on future-leaning arts program
- Workshop on strengthening NOCCA-Foundation collaboration
- Public comment period
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NOCCA
Board of Directors Retreat
March 25, 2026
1:00pm-5:00pm
Press Gallery
Agenda
Call to Order
Roll Call
Strategic Plan Workshop (Mr. Jay Altman)
Opening activity and agenda review
Overview of Strategic Planning Process thus far and Emerging Priorities
Workshop Future Leaning Arts Program
Workshop Strategies for Strengthening the Collaborative Relationship between NOCCA and the NOCCA Foundation
Closing, Next Steps and Takeaways
Public Comment
Remarks/Other Business
Adjourn
Louisiana Boards and Commissions https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/home.cfm
Wed Jan 28, 2026
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Board of Directors
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