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November 27, 2006
Parishville-Hopkinton PTSA
November 27, 2006
Board Meeting
Present: Mary Taylor, William Frank, Darin Saiff, Michaela McCanns, Stephanie Potter,
Nicholas Gilbert, Val Snider, Becky Hannon, Cindy Converse, Denice Votra,
Dawn Sloan
Meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm
Items of Agenda:
Secretary’s Report:
There were no changes noted. Darin Saiff made a motion to accept the October 23rd minutes; Michaela McCanns seconded the motion.
Treasurer’s Report:
Cindy Converse reported that the balance in the checking account to be $4,384.55.
Deposited this month were $40.00 in membership fees and $2,335.00 for the apparel sale. There were 8 new members (total membership is 82).
A $45.00 PTSA ad was placed in the yearbook.
Cindy presented a revised budget as there were changes approved at the last meeting.
Val Snider made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report; Michaela McCanns seconded the motion.
Nominating Committee:
Phyllis Charleson offered to be on the nominating committee representing the Executive Board, this was agreed upon by other Executive Board members, however she was not “elected.”
Michaela McCanns had some questions concerning this and the above clarified the concern. However, what if there were a tie among the Executive Board members? Discussion followed. It was determined that perhaps this could be further clarified when the bylaws change.
Val Snider reported that the Nominating Committee will meet on March 7, 2007.
Bylaws:
Val Snider suggested that every member of the PTSA should have a copy of the bylaws. Dawn Sloan stated that she has the official copy at each board meeting and would be happy to make a copy upon request. However, the bylaws are quite long and it would be wasteful to provide copies to those who do not wish to receive them.
Discussion followed about putting the bylaws on the website. Dawn will contact Mr. Cannamela about this and as requested by the Board will retype them for this purpose. (The bylaws were a “fill in” form and, therefore are not on anyone’s computer.)
Audit Committee:
It has been determined that Denice Votra, as President, could not be on the Audit Committee however she was (others on the committee were Phyllis Charleson and Dawn Sloan). Therefore, we need another member from last year to replace Denice and review last year’s books. Val Snider agreed to do so and all agreed.
Active Gear:
Val Snider reported that the total of the orders placed came to $2,345.00. $2,051 needs to go to Great Northern Printing - leaving a $294.00 profit.
The breakdown was as follows:
12 - T-shirts
7 - Baseball Shirts
21 - Long sleeve t-shirts
34 - Hooded sweatshirts
11 - Nylon windpants
11 - Jackets
6 - Mesh shorts
2 - Polo shirts
13 - PJ bottoms
1 - 36" umbrella
6 - 52" umbrella
0 - Chairs - without arms
3 - Chairs - with arms
7 - Fleece blankets
3 - Headbands
3 - Knitted hats
Val had some suggestions for next year’s sale - crew neck sweatshirts and a red polo; perhaps a panther, not just the paw. She also stated that Great Northern Printing could make up samples at their leisure if we decided what we wanted. Any further discussion for next year was tabled until such time when another sale is done.
Stadium Cushions - we did not sell 100 (as was needed for the order with payment up front). The decision was made (Executive Committee) not to order. However, there were some ordered and therefore, these people were to be given refunds. Discussion followed regarding guidelines for the handling of money for anything. Any money taken in must be deposited in the same form for which it is taken in (for example, you cannot take in cash, then write a check and deposit the check, keep the cash). There are certain procedures that need to be followed for auditing purposes.
In addition, there was discussion regarding the inclusion of knitted hats and fleece blankets, which according to the previous minutes were not included on the order form. However, consensus was that they were discussed and, therefore, added (noted for the minutes).
Also, the budget was revised for the purchase of the stadium cushions. Now the budget needs to be revised again putting these monies back where they were originally.
Michaela McCanns made a motion to take $635.00 from the Active Wear and disperse as follows: $300 back to Dance; $200 back to Fun Night; $135 back to Miscellaneous. Dawn Sloan seconded the motion.
Sunshine Committee:
Val Snider reported that in the month of November there were 4 birthday cards send, 3 thank you cards sent (map project), and 2 sympathy cards sent.
Student of the Month:
Dawn Sloan reported that the November Students of the Month were awarded on November 17th. The students of the month’s character attribute was “Responsibility.” The following students received this award: Hayley Gray, Daisy Liebfred, Tiffany Richards, Abigail White, Jack Pullano, Macalah Pcolar, Alyssa Martin, Tanner Wilson, Mary Coventry, Connor Sullivan, Makayla Sharlow, Kayla Bedore, Eric Hannon and James Wolf.
Next months character attribute is “Determination.”
Website:
Tabled as Phyllis Charleson is absent.
Membership Committee:
Stephanie Potter stated that the high school students do not seem interested in the newsletter. Even though it is an opportunity to get information home, it doesn’t get that far for the majority of the students. Nick Gilbert suggested that we need to target grades 7-10 - the middle level. However, how do we do this?
Lisa Hazelton placed a thermometer of membership in the hallway by announcement board and main offices. There was also a sign to be placed outside. Stephanie got the OK, however the sign was never constructed.
Plans are up in the air as when they would meet again.
Corporate membership - Denice suggested that the membership committee put together a letter to send to corporate members from last year.
New form - a new membership form was forwarded to the Executive Committee - however the question is why was a new form done? Also, the Executive Committee has some concerns with the wording. There was a statement as to the purpose of the PTSA, perhaps it should be the mission statement? Further discussion was tabled as Marjorie Measheaw was not present and she initiated the form.
Nick Gilbert suggested giving flyers to businesses when soliciting for the yearbook. This would be up to Mr. Whalen.
Acorn Holiday Sale:
Mary Taylor reported that this annual event will be held on Tuesday, December 5th from 6:30-8:30 pm.
Becky Hannon made a motion for the PTSA to donate punch and cookies and provide the gift wrap (some wrap has been donated). $50 has been budgeted for this event. Michaela McCanns seconded the motion.
Denice volunteered to get the punch and cookies. A table will be set up for gift wrapping. Bill Frank, Val Snider, Michaela McCanns and Denice will participate.
Newsletter:
Cindy Converse stated the following were items so far for this month’s newsletter - Student of the Month, Jr High School concert, High School concert, early dismissal, Board of Education and PTSA meetings, Acorn Gift Shop, Story Time with Santa, Music Booster fundraiser, Class of 2008 fundraiser, 7th-12th grade dance - Dec 15th, Gymnastics Club Memory Tree, PTSA Active Gear anticipated delivery date - 12/18. If anyone has anything else, contact Cindy.
Dance Committee:
Michaela McCanns wishes not to be on the committee, therefore the third member is Phyllis Charleson.
Val Snider reported that the dance will be held on March 2nd at the Town Hall. Dick Wickwire will provide DJ services for $150. Planning on having pizza, candy soda, prize - same as in the past.
There is an age only requirement: 10-14 year olds.
Volunteers will be needed and flyers will be distributed.
Michaela McCanns made a motion to approve the date, age level and $150 for the DJ; Nick Gilbert seconded the motion; all were in favor.
The committee will meet again and report back with any other information.
Lowe’s Grant:
Val Snider reported on behalf of Phyllis Charleson to check out the website and discuss at the next meeting. Michaela McCanns made a motion to accept this idea; Cindy Converse seconded the motion.
www.toolboxforeducation.com - then type in “Lowe’s Grant.”
Babysitting Course:
Denice Votra reported that Lisa Hazelton was confirming dates with the Red Cross and would report back at the next meeting. Also, a flyer needs to be approved.
Give Back Committee:
Denice reported that she contacted Belynda Daniels and felt that she did not wish to be on the committee, but had some ideas - Father Son Night, Mother Daughter Night.
Denice will follow up with an e-mail to her approving these ideas, but will move forward with new members.
Becky Hannon suggested a visiting author - discussion followed and she will check into this and report back.
Denice stated that 3 give backs for every 1 fundraiser is merely a guideline - it is not mandatory.
Several other ideas were suggested especially as they pertain to the older students - for example an after Winter Ball party or motivational speakers. Discussion followed. Maybe we could just do something for the Winter Ball?
Michaela McCanns made a motion to donate some prizes to the Winter Ball; Cindy seconded the motion. All in favor.
Denice will check with Miss Sinclair and report back as the Student Council usually sponsors the Winter Ball.
Yearbook Ad - The PTSA is sponsoring a 1/4 page ad for $45. Denice sent the logo and information to Mr. Whalen and left it up to him as far as the design.
BJ’s Membership:
Denice Votra reported that she contacted BJ’s and there is nothing in writing concerning the membership of the PTSA with BJ’s and how then our members can receive a reduced rate for memberships. Denice will report back when she hears more from BJ’s.
Basket Raffle:
Val Snider made a motion to do a basket raffle again; Michaela McCanns seconded the motion. A committee will be established at the next meeting. An e-mail will be sent out asking for basket donations.
Meeting adjourned at 8:10 pm
NEXT MEETING - MONDAY, DECEMBER 18TH AT 6:30 PM - Elementary Library
Respectfully submitted
Dawn Sloan
Secretary
October 23, 2006
Parishville-Hopkinton PTSA
October 23, 2006
Board Meeting
Present: Pamela Claus, Val Snider, Michaela McCanns, Kelly Pullano, Marjorie
Meashaw, Lisa Hazelton, Stephanie Potter, Elizabeth Gushlaw, Paula Helfter,
Phyllis Charleson, Denice Votra, Cindy Converse, Dawn Sloan
Meeting was called to order at 6:40 pm
Items of Agenda
Secretary’s Report:
There were no changes noted. Lisa Hazelton made a motion to accept the September 26th minutes; Michelle McCanns seconded the motion.
Treasurer’s Report:
Cindy Converse reported that we have 74 members including 50 teachers (who joined late last year and we could not pay the dues until this year – officially members for the 2006-2007 year). Membership dues of $259.00 has been paid.
The checking account balance is $2,054.55.
Val Snider made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report; Phyllis Charleson seconded the motion.
OLD BUSINESS
Campbell’s Soup Labels:
Kelly Pullano gave an overview of last year’s process. At the end of the year Kelly met with Pam Claus and the decision was made to buy balls (balls went over well).
There was some confusion last year as to whether or not the Campbell’s Soup Labels Program was a PTSA sponsored program or not. Kelly stated that she is not joining the PTSA this year, but would like to continue with the labels. If the PTSA wishes to do the labels, they would need to find someone else to coordinate it. Decision needs to be made as to the status of this – PTSA or not?
The Executive Committee standpoint was the concern that this was PTSA sponsored and the purchase did not have approval of the PTSA.
Discussion followed. The minutes from last year were consulted and it was not a clear definition – meaning there was not a motion, etc. However, the point was made that because it was discussed at a PTSA meeting that the PTSA was involved.
The majority of the members (1 against – Cindy Converse) felt that the Campbell’s Soup Labels be a non-PTSA sponsored event and therefore Kelly Pullano could continue with her role on her own.
Kelly Pullano left the meeting.
Student of the Month:
Dawn Sloan reported that the October Students of the Month were awarded on October 13th. The picture appeared in the Courier Observer on October 20th. Dawn and Pam Claus stated that it went very well. Enthusiastic about the rest of the year. Pam Claus also reported that there will be effort awards (Ponderosa gift certificates) given out at some point during the year as well.
Active Wear:
Val Snider reported to the board that all items will be red with white (one exception – the polo shirt – white). There is also a name change to Active Gear.
Several items were listed (see attached order form).
Orders will be taken from November 6 through November 20; also there will be a table set up on November 16 and 17 during parent/teacher conferences.
Anticipated delivery date December 18.
All items are being sold for $2.00 over cost.
Another item discussed that was not on the order form was a fleece headband – it was agreed to add it, if available, with the assumption that the charge would be $2.00 over the cost.
The Committee would like to order stadium cushions. However, those must be paid for up front and the minimum order is 100 at $6.00 each = $600.00 plus an additional $35.00 set up fee. What to do if we do not sell 100 - make that item not available or hold onto them until we sell again?
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Discussion followed. There is nothing budgeted for active wear in our budget. We would need a motion to amend the current budget. We would need to take monies from several categories as no one category has $600 budgeted.
Majority voted to amend the budget (2 against - Dawn Sloan and Cindy Converse).
Dawn clarified her reasons stating that this is a large sum of money to be switching accounts and felt that it was not a good accounting practice.
$300 from Dance to Active Wear
$200 from Fun Night to Active Wear
$135 from Miscellaneous to Active Wear
This will transfer enough funds to purchase the seat cushions ($635)
Lisa Hazelton made a motion to approve the selling of the active gear as stated and approve the order form with the headband addition as stated above; Pam Claus seconded the motion.
7:20 p m - Dawn Sloan left the meeting; Cindy Converse continued with the minutes.
A school use form has been submitted to the school for the sale to run from Nov 6-20.
Babysitting Course (Lisa Hazelton - chair)
Course dates are Sat., January 20, 2007 and Sat., February 3, 2007 from 9 am-12 noon and 1 pm-4 pm. Ages 11 and older. It is a 6 hour course. You can have 6 in a group, but no more than 12. Cost is $35.00 per participant.
The Committee decided to break the course up into 3 hours each on two different Saturdays. The class will be held at the American Red Cross Building in Potsdam. Participants need to bring a doll. A certificate of completion will be given after the 6 hours are completed and the participant’s name will be added to a reference list for potential babysitting.
Checks should be made payable to The American Red Cross.
Donuts were priced at $35.00 for 4 dozen - Scoops and $20.00 for 4 dozen - P&C. Therefore, donuts will be purchased at P&C. Val Snider is donating pretzels, Lisa Hazelton is donating juice. Water will also be purchased. They would advertise. A vote was held to transfer funds to pay for the snacks from the Miscellaneous fund to the Babysitting Course Fund - amount still to be determined. Motion was made by Michelle McCanns to transfer the funds from Miscellaneous to Babysitting Course and approve the course as stated above; seconded by Val Snider; all in favor
Scrapbook Day: (Cindy Converse - chair)
Cindy informed the board that the decision was made to postpone the October 14th Scrapbook Day until January 13, 2007. Sara Zenger requested the day be postponed as her weekend scrapbook event (to be held the weekend after) had tripled the normal attendance and she felt it was affecting our attendance. Also, the advertisement for the event did not appear in the media in time for registration. Also, sign up was low - 7 people had originally signed up, 2 had to cancel - which would only leave 5. All as stated above affected the Scrapbook Committee and Executive Committee’s decision to postpone. Sara called the persons involved.
The Parishville Town Hall has been reserved for the rescheduled Scrapbook Day on Saturday, January 13th.
Lisa Hazelton made a motion to accept the rescheduled date; Val Snider seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Give Back Committee (Denice Votra)
The original committee was made up of Denice Votra, Gerilyn Wilson and Belynda Daniels. Belynda Daniels did not attend the committee’s meeting; attempts to contact her were unsuccessful. Denice and Gerilyn did meet and came up with several ideas:
Make-A-Difference-Day - clean, rake and wash windows at the museum with supervision.
St. Patrick’s/Valentine’s/Sadie Hawkins Day - students would be given a shamrock or heart if they are caught talking to a boy/girl on the day they would lose their shamrock/heart. Would only be for junior/senior high students. Prizes given if you still had the shamrock/heart at the end of the day. No physical contact or stealing of item allowed.
Fun Day - for elementary (K-2) 2:30-3:10 pm; (3-6) 2:30-5:00 pm; Thursday, March 8, 2007. Split the gym in half, musical chairs, hula-a-hoop, coloring, etc. - snacks-popcorn, bottled water. Ponderosa coupons given.
Blood Drive - reserve school, need volunteers, snack, drinks - Saturday, January 19, 2007.
Dog/Pet Photo Contest - prizes, judges, pet basket treats, $1.00 registration fee. Photos sent to school with information on the back. Winner has picture taken giving donation to the SPCA from the money raised. Winner chosen January 22, 2007.
Neighborhood Closet - request room storage at school to store school supplies, winter items and sport items. Have volunteers work to sell items donated by parents. Ask coaches for items needed.
Report Card Incentives - any student with more than 4 A’s or check marks would receive coupons to Ponderosa or Videorama, etc.
Belynda will be contacted to see if she is still interested in being on the committee. If not, Paula Helfter, Phyllis Charleson and Val Snider would join the committee.
Motion to change, if needed, the members of the committee was made by Michelle McCanns; seconded by Pam Claus; all in favor.
**No approval of dates or ideas was made**
Membership Committee (Stephanie Potter - chair)
The committee would like to put up a temporary sign in front of the school announcing that November is membership month. They will be making a new membership form. Also, put up a thermometer in the school - the goal being 100 members to join.
Sunshine Committee (Val Snider - chair)
A form was given to each teacher/staff requesting their birthday, 61 have been returned so far.
Last year - 3 thank you cards were sent to Magic Comb, Amvets, Lekki, Hill, Fischer & Duprey. No thank you cards have been sent out so far this year. A thank you card will need to be sent to Sample Lumber, Barnyard Customs and Wilber’s Hardware for their donations to the Map Project. Pictures of the Map Project were taken by Cindy Converse and passed around for members to see.
7 Birthday cards have been sent.
Gwen Richards will be the non-teachers’ contact; Pam Claus will be the teachers’ contact. They will advise the committee of any deaths, etc so cards can be sent. Wally McAloon’s mother died - a card will be sent.
The tax exempt certificate was given to Val Snider to purchase additional cards. Denice Votra reported that boxes of cards are available at BJ’s for 10/$3.00, but Bob Jackson is no longer at BJ’s and we would need to buy a membership there in order to use the tax exemption. For $34.00 the PTSA could get 2 memberships and then would be able to offer everyone a membership at $20.00 each. The decision was made to purchase the cards at BJ’s and the tax would be absorbed.
8:10 pm - Michelle McCanns left the meeting.
Acorn Christmas Shop
Denice Votra reported that she has not heard back from Mary Taylor to confirm the date yet.
Reflections
Denice Votra reported that an e-mail was sent out to members requesting members join the committee, no responses were received. Lisa Hazelton suggested we bring this up again at the May/June meeting to discuss. Lisa Hazelton made a motion to table the Reflections Program until a later date; Paula Helfter seconded; all in favor.
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Hannaford Donation:
Pam Claus reported that $21.00 was received last year and placed in the Elementary account, which pays for things when parents cannot afford items, such as planners, field trips, etc. This money was from Hannaford receipts submitted at the store in Massena.
Newsletter
Cindy Converse gave a list of items to be included in the November Newsletter: donkey basketball game, Student of the Month winners; school closings, parent/teacher conference days, Variety show, story time, PTSA meeting, BOE meeting.
It was suggested that also to have information regarding school sports schedules and sports pictures.
Also added - School Spirit Active Gear sale and November membership drive month.
NEW BUSINESS
Nominating Committee:
Denice Votra announced that Phyllis Charleson offered to represent the Executive Committee and Val Snider and Lisa Hazelton also volunteered to be on the committee - Phyllis will chair. A vote was held to allow the committee to meet at a later date since the nominations would not be held until May. They will need to establish a meeting date by the next PTSA meeting.
Pam Claus made a motion to accept as stated above; Paul Helfter seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Val Snider requested a copy of the bylaws. Denice stated that she could get them from Dawn. Denice also read from the bylaws the nominating committee duties.
Dance Committee:
A committee was established - Marjorie Meashaw (chair), Val Snider and Phyllis Charleson agreed to join (only if Michelle McCanns does not want to be on the committee anymore, as we need 3 or 5 members per committee).
Website:
Denice Votra met with Mr. Burns. He feels that Mr. Canamela is doing a great job and that there is a liability if someone else has access to the website as Phyllis Charleson has requested to do. Zach Votra will no longer be adding the items on the PTSA website. Phyllis will check into getting our own website and having a link to the school page.
Lowe’s Grant:
Phyllis Charleson presented information that the PTSA is eligible for up to a $5,000 grant. Deadline is in February. We would need to submit an application and idea - for example, parent involvement centers, garden and school needs, etc. It was agreed to establish a committee at our next meeting.
School Requests:
Pam Claus reported that due to the Roslyn School Incident (downstate), the school has had to cut back on providing snacks for such things as Grandparent’s Day, graduation, teacher/staff appreciation, Open House, scholarships, Kindergarten screening, etc. She requested that the PTSA donate snacks and a sign could be displayed at the event stating that it was PTSA sponsored. No decisions were made.
Pam Claus also requested that we do the basket raffle again this year. It was agreed to put it on the agenda for the next meeting.
Yearbook:
A yearbook donation request was received for the PTSA - $20 for gold sponsorship or $15 for silver sponsorship. Cindy Converse reported we have $50 budgeted for the yearbook. Stephanie Potter stated that for $45 we could get a 1/4 page ad. Phyllis Charleson agreed to design and ad and Stephanie will check with Ray Whalen on the deadline.
Motion was made by Cindy Converse to do the $45.00 ad; seconded by Pam Claus; all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:45 pm
Respectfully submitted
Dawn Sloan, Secretary
Cindy Converse, Acting Secretary
September 25, 2006
Parishville-Hopkinton PTSA
September 25, 2006
Board Meeting
Present: Denice Votra, Phyllis Charleson, Cindy Converse, Dawn Sloan, Marjorie Meashaw, Lisa Hazelton, Valerie Snider, Michaela McCanns, Mary Taylor, Stephanie Potter, Darin Saiff, Geri Lynn Wilson, Belynda Daniels, Becky Hannan, Paula Helfter.
Items of Agenda:
Secretary’s Report:
There were no changes noted. Cindy Converse made a motion to accept the June26th minutes; Michelle McCanns seconded the motion.
Treasurer’s Report:
Cindy reported that we had received the $70 check from the BJ’s fundraiser. Balance is $2,165.69. Dawn made a motion to accept; Lisa Hazelton seconded the motion.
Correspondence:
We received a letter requesting assistance with the ACORN Christmas Shop from Mary Taylor. This year the Shop will be on a weeknight - 6:30-8:00 on December 5th. Mrs. Taylor went on to explain that she is requesting the PTSA supply refreshments and provide the gift wrap - she suggested that no “guest” - meaning Santa, is necessary as Santa already appears at the Story Time For Tots in December.
Lisa Hazelton made a motion to support the ACORN Christmas Shop by providing gift wrap and refreshments; Michelle McCanns seconded the motion.
We also received a “thank you” from the After Prom Committee.
OLD BUSINESS
Audit Report:
The Audit Committee conducted the Audit Report over the summer. Everything was found to be in order.
Active Wear Committee:
Dawn stated that she was not going to be on the committee as she was on last year and committees are for one year. Marjorie Meashaw volunteered to serve on the committee. Valerie Snider will chair.
Map Project:
The map is done and looks good!
Campbell’s Soup Labels:
Kelly Pullano backpacked home a note that all that is needed is a small portion of the label, not the whole label.
Hannaford Receipts:
Denice will check with the school to see if we ever received a check from Hannaford’s last year. For those who were not aware, Hannaford Foods (Massena) has a program, which we applied for, which calculates receipts of certain products that consumers can designate for local schools. Parishville-Hopkinton did have a box there.
Babysitting Course:
Cindy Converse checked with the American Red Cross on holding the babysitting course. There is a minimum of 6 , but no more than 12 participants. The cost is $35.00 each and they would need to bring a doll. We cold do it either at the Red Cross or at the school. Participants must be 11 years old. We would need a TV, VCR and chairs. It is a 6 hour course.
Discussion followed. It was clarified that our role would not be to pay for the course, but only advertise and organize it.
A motion was made by Val Snider to follow up with this; seconded by Lisa Hazelton; all in favor. The committee will be Lisa Hazelton (chair), Val Snider, Denice Votra.
Magic Show:
Cindy Converse followed up with Bob Shelly - Comedy Magic Program for grades K-6.
There are 2 choices (1) Magic of Reading Magic Show (2) Magic of Learning Magic Show. They are 45 min each. He suggested doing both and splitting the elementary by grade to include more people. The cost is $350 for one show or $450 for both shows.
Discussion followed. It was decided to revisit it at a later date.
Scrapbook Day:
This has been scheduled for October 14th from 9 am to 5 pm in the cafeteria. The cost is $15 and includes lunch. The PTSA would keep $10 of that cost. Sign up in advance. Article will be in the newspaper.
Newsletter:
Cindy Converse noted the events that will be in this month’s newsletter any additional information was given.
There was discussion on how to get the newsletter circulated to more students in grades 7-12. It is in the Library. Stephanie Potter volunteered to hand distribute copies in the high school area.
NEW BUSINESS:
Student of the Month:
Dawn Sloan has been in contact with Pam Claus on working together (PTSA and Administration) in facilitating Student of the Month. There will be a memo circulated to K-6 teachers. Dawn read the criteria as stipulated in the memo.
There are 8 attributes for the 8 months - October through May.
October - Manners; November - Responsibility; December - Determination; January - Caring; February - Fairness; March - Ambition; April - Honesty/Trustworthy; May - Respectfulness.
There is nothing for June as academic classroom awards are given at that time.
There will be one student from each class K-6 chosen each month. Students cannot be repeated. The dates each month have been chosen - Fridays. The Students of the Month will be announced on the am announcements. They will come down to the office for their awards and get a group picture taken - to be published in the Courier Observer. They will then hang their certificates across from the Library. They will remain there for one month, until the next set of student is chosen.
Reflections Program:
Denice stated that the Executive Committee met with Mary McGreavy who is very involved with Norwood Norfolk’s Reflection Program. She explained how it works. There is a theme each year and students have the choice of a presenting a project in areas such as literature, music composition, photography, dance, film. Students compete at the school level, regional, national. The school selects impartial judges to view the works - anonymity is important.
Mary did say that typically Norwood Norfolk budgets $250 for this, but usually do not spend that much. We have $100 budgeted.
The projects that separated by age. This year’s theme is “My Favorite Place.” The local deadline is November 19th.
Time is important. If we are going to go ahead with this a committee needs to be formed asap. No committee was established.
Lisa Hazelton made a motion for Dawn to send an e-mail out to last years PTSA members to see if there is any interest; motion seconded by Michelle McCanns.
Membership Committee:
The committee established will be responsible to come up with new members and ideas to get some new members. Stephanie Potter (chair), Lisa Hazelton, Marjorie Meashaw.
**Also noted was the fact that everyone should renew their membership with the PTSA. The teacher’s union joined too late last year to be considered members last year so their membership sponsored by their union will be for this year.
Nominating Committee:
The responsibility of this committee is to find members to fill the officer positions as they will expire this coming spring. As our by-laws read, each officer shall hold their title for a 2 year term, and cannot serve consecutively in another term of the same office. Must have at least 3 members and there needs to be someone from the Executive Committee on it.
Michelle McCanns made a motion to table this for now and appoint these committee members at the next meeting; Lisa Hazelton seconded the motion.
Give Back Committee:
Last year the PTSA did some fundraising. According to PTSA guidelines, we need to have 3 givebacks for every fundraiser. Discussion followed. Mr. Saiff stated that he will get together with Miss Claus and come up with a list of things we may be able to do.
A committee was also established - Gerilyn Wilson, Belynda Daniels and Denice Votra.
Meeting Dates:
The meeting dates for this year are as follows:
October 23 November 27 December 18 January 22 February 26
March 26 April 23 May 21 June 11
NEXT MEETING - MONDAY, OCTOBER 23RD AT 6:30 PM - ELEMENTARY LIBRARY.
Meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm.
Respectfully submitted
Dawn Sloan
Secretary
June 2006 Minutes
Parishville-Hopkinton PTSA
Board Meeting
June 26, 2006
Present: Denice Votra, Val Snider, Cindy Converse, Paula Helfter, Phyllis Charleson, Michelle
McCanns, Dawn Sloan
The meeting was called to order at 6:35 pm
Secretary’s Report:
Cindy Converse made a motion to accept the Secretary’s report as presented; Michelle McCanns seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Treasurer’s Report:
Cindy informed the Board that Jessica Martin Bisnett received the $100 PTSA Scholarship. Val Snider made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s report as presented; Phyllis Charleson seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Old Business:
Activewear - The total profit from the activewear sale was $467.00. Discussion followed regarding what items were most popular and should we prepare to do it again in the fall and what items we could offer.
Cindy made a motion to establish a committee and begin plans for a fall activewear sale; Phyllis seconded the motion; all were in favor.
The committee was established - Dawn Sloan, Michelle McCanns, Denice Votra, Paula Helfter, Val Snider.
Map Project - Paula Helfter reported that this project was postponed until the end of August due to the uncooperative weather.
BJ’s Membership - Denice Votra reported that there were 14 memberships. We receive $5.00 for each = $70.00 profit. There was discussion on whether to do it again in the fall.
Regional Director Advice - Denice had contacted the PTA Regional Director - Susan Godreau for advice following the denial of tenure for Tanis Snell. Ms. Godreau stated that the PTA/PTSA does not get involved with personnel matters of the school. Denice informed Tanis Snell of this.
Campbell’s Soup Labels - The PTSA needs an update as to the situation with this project.
Hannaford Foods - This project was originally brought up in the fall - Cindy Converse stated that PHCS was signed up (the school would receive benefits from consumers depositing their sales receipts in a designated place at the store)- Did the school ever receive anything?
New Business:
Babysitting Course - Cindy Converse stated that someone had approached her on the PTSA sponsoring a babysitting course. Cindy will check into it and report back.
Magic Show - Cindy Converse received an e-mail on a magic show. Discussion followed. Could something like this be coordinated into a fun night? Cindy will check more on pricing, etc.
Scrapbooking Fundraiser -Cindy Converse stated that the committee met and presented 2 options
- Kids Scrapbook Day - kits would cost $6.00, we could charge $12.00. Have 3 sessions
for 2 hours each, split by age.
- Adult Scrapbook Day - we could charge $15.00 (participants would provide their own
materials). Have it on a Saturday 9-5, we would provide the food - breakfast/lunch.
The committee and those present felt that the fall would be a good time of year.
Discussion followed on which option would be best - perhaps start with the adult and see how successful that would be, then move on to other age groups.
Dawn Sloan made a motion to tentatively schedule an Adult Scrapbook Day for October 14th; Val Snider seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Cindy will present a flyer at the next meeting.
Newsletter - Cindy reported nothing new to report. Unsure of the timetable of the first newsletter of the new school year.
Audit Committee - Denice Votra stated that an Audit Committee was formed at the Executive session - Denice Votra, Phyllis Charleson and Dawn Sloan. They will meet to review the books.
Budget Committee - Cindy Converse presented the budget that the committee established. Discussion followed mainly concerning what amount should be left in the “Fund Balance” and a miscellaneous line item.
Michelle McCanns made a motion to accept the budget; Phyllis Charleson seconded the motion; all were in favor. A copy is attached to the original minutes.
Goals - Denice Votra stated that the Executive Committee will meet over the summer to discuss goals for next year.
NEXT MEETING WILL BE SEPTEMBER 25th - ELEMENTARY LIBRARY
Respectfully submitted
Dawn Sloan
Secretary
May 2006 Minutes
Parishville-Hopkinton PTSA
Board Meeting
May 22, 2006
Present: Darin Saiff, Phyllis Charleson, Cindy Converse, Denice Votra, Paula Helfter, Jessica Helfter, Belynda Daniels, Geri Lynn Wilson, Michelle McCanns,
Dawn Sloan
Meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Secretary’s Report
No changes noted. Geri Lynn Wilson made a motion to accept the Secretary’s report; Phyllis Charleson seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Treasurer’s Report
Cindy Converse presented her report.
We have a new corporate sponsor - Parishville Am Vets - $100.
The profit from the basket raffle was $614.00.
The profit from the dance was $410.28.
We currently have 134 members.
Phyllis Charleson made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report; Darin Saiff seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Old Business
Basket Raffle - (Denice Votra for Lisa Hazelton) - There was a $614 profit. The following were the winners (a complete itemized list is attached).
|
Type of Basket |
Donated By |
Won By |
# Tickets Sold |
|
Workshop Basket |
Jackie Degraw |
Frank Dunning |
102 |
|
Scrapbook Basket |
Cindy Converse |
Paula Helfter |
55 |
|
Arts & Crafts Basket #1 |
Lisa/Miranda Hazelton |
Trish LaPierre |
20 |
|
Arts & Crafts Basket #2 |
Michaela McCanns |
Amy Sharlow |
20 |
|
Young Girl’s Make Up Basket |
Lisa/Miranda Hazelton |
Monica Votra |
22 |
|
Homemade Basket filled with Ty Babies |
Phyllis Charleson Kelly Pullano |
Lee McAllister |
42 |
|
Sunfeather Soap Basket |
Sunfeather Soap |
Mrs. Brosell |
86 |
|
Bath & Body Works Basket |
Michaela McCanns |
Ms. Sinclair |
87 |
|
Pamper Me Basket |
Michaela McCanns |
Emma Michaud |
44 |
|
Partylite Basket |
Michaela McCanns |
Jane Artz |
51 |
|
Fragrance Basket |
Michaela McCanns |
Jerry Hayes |
61 |
|
Birthday Basket |
Pam Claus |
Gwen Richards |
13 |
|
Everyday Misc Basket |
Pam Claus |
Esther McKnight |
37 |
|
Pet Basket |
Pam Claus |
Veron Parker |
64 |
Active Wear - (Dawn Sloan) - Still waiting on a bill from Great Northern Printing. Reviewed what seemed to be most popular and the best sellers - full report after all additional orders have been filled and bill received and paid.
Map Project - (Paula Helfter) - The date for the project is June 3rd (rain date is June 10th). We have the kit and stencil everything is ready to go. Paula will put together a work schedule.
BJ’s Membership - (Denice Votra) - The flyers have been distributed to the students and are also available at the school. As stated in previous minutes the PTSA receives $5 for each membership.
Dance - (Cindy Converse) - As stated previously the profit was $410.28. There were 112 kids in attendance (94 kids at the last dance). We received donations for the water, prizes, soda and paper products. We paid for the DJ, pizza, glow lights and candy.
Concerns regarding the candy and “unhealthy “ snacks were discussed.
Concerns were raised as the the kind of music that was played and the ages of the kids. It was noted that the DJ has a wide variety of music and played what was acceptable by the majority of the kids there. It was noted that there were some kids that were not 10 or in 5th grade that attended the dance. At the next dance the suggestion was made to have a column for age and perhaps grade on the sign in sheet. Also, a sign on the door regarding the age requirements.
Also discussed was the location of the dance, perhaps next time have it in Hopkinton to get a different area of kids (St. Regis Falls/Nicholville area).
The idea was presented to discuss the idea of a fun night or creating a different activity (some were discussed) - to form a committee. If anyone has any ideas for an activity - bring to the next meeting.
New Business
Newsletter - (Cindy Converse) - printed monthly - Any information for the newsletter - contact Cindy Converse. Paper donations are needed.
**Since the meeting Paul Helfter secured a donaation of a box of paper**
Executive Committee Meeting - (Denice Votra) - Denice highlighted the discussion of the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee will meet over the summer to discuss the accomplishments of this year and the goals for next year.
Nicole Cline - Horizon’s Program Donation Request - There are 2- 7th grade girls and 2- 8th grade girls who excel in math and science selected each year to participate in this program held in the summer at Clarkson University. Nicole Cline is one of those students. The cost of the program is $450.00. Nicole sent a letter requesting a $100 donation.
The Executive Committee doesn’t feel comfortable without a budget to give too high an amount. So it is their suggestion to donate $25.00. The suggestion was made to donate the same amount to the other students if they request it.
Cindy made a motion to contribute $25.00 to Nicole Cline and to the other 3 students if they request such a donation; Michelle McCanns seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Scrapbook Fundraiser - (Cindy Converse) - Sara Zenger is a Creative Memories Consultant and she does workshops on scrapbooking - demonstrates, kits to purchase. The charge would be $15, we would keep $10 per person. Our only expense would be to provide food - it is an all day event. Looking at the fall. Committee established - Cindy Converse (chair), Paula Helfter, Michelle McCanns, Jessica Helfter. They will meet and report back.
Senior Scholarship - The Executive Committee also discussed sponsoring a scholarship for a graduating senior. Their suggestion is a $100 scholarship with the following criteria (1) Member of the PTSA. (2) Continuing their education in the teaching field. (3) Exhibits outstanding community service. We would like to be able to continue this each year. We would leave it up to the school to choose a recipient.
Dawn Sloan made a motion on the above; Michelle McCanns seconded the motion; all were in favor. Dawn will contact Stacie Richardson with this information.
After Prom Party Donation - (Denice Votra) - The After Prom Party Committee has contacted the PTSA for a donation for their party. The Executive Committee recommends that we donate the soda and cups that are left over from our dances. Cindy Converse made a motion to make this donation; Michelle McCanns seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Health and Wellness Program - (Denice Votra and Darin Saiff) - It will be a federal mandate that all schools who participate in the School Lunch Program have to have a wellness policy in place by July 1st, may not be approved, but planned. The plan will include guidelines for nutrition - type of foods served, physical education program, where certain foods can be sold, etc. When the plan is approved it will be on the website and it will go for a bi-annual review.
Beverage sale - in the school year 2009-2010 there will be federal mandates on what kinds of beverages can be sold - water, juice drinks, etc.
Next Year’s Goals - The Executive Committee will be meeting over the summer to discuss the goals for next year. If anyone has any ideas, contact an Executive Committee Member - Denice Votra, Phyllis Charleson, Cindy Converse, Dawn Sloan.
Budget Committee - (Cindy Converse) - Now that we have some money we need to establish a budget committee to set up guidelines on how/where, etc this money should be spent. Committee established - Cindy Converse (Chair), Geri Lynn Wilson, Dawn Sloan. To meet and report back.
Respectfully submitted
Dawn Sloan
Secretary
Parishville-Hopkinton PTSA April 06 Minutes
Present: Lisa Hazelton, Paula Helfter, Denice Votra, Phyllis Charleson, Cindy Converse, Jeanne Corcoran, Tanis Snell, Greg Snell, Don Cannamela, Daniel Grant, Tonie Anderson, Ryan James, Nick Jackman, Pam Claus, Michelle McCanns, Matt Grant, Danielle Rabideau, Joanne Bigwarfe, Dawn Sloan
Meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm
Secretary’s Report:
The following correction was noted by Cindy Converse and corrected. Under the Sunshine Committee, Cindy Converse “asked” not “suggested” in regards to members of committees.
Cindy Converse made a motion to accept the amended minutes; Phyllis Charleson seconded the motion; all in favor.
Treasurer’s Report:
Copy of report attached.
There is an insurance payment due - we will receive a discount of $20.00 if paid by June 1st. Dawn Sloan made a motion to pay the insurance; Lisa Hazelton seconded the motion; all were in favor.
The Parishville-Hopkinton Teachers’ Association has joined the PTSA. This brings the PTSA membership to 132.
Phyllis Charleson made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report; Pam Claus seconded the motion; all in favor.
Old Business
Sponsor Letter: (Denice Votra)
Approved by the Executive Committee to be used for the Map Project
Basket Raffle: (Lisa Hazelton)
There are 14 numbered baskets. You pick the basket you wish to win.
Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.00. Lisa Hazelton has the tickets.
Tickets will be on sale from 4/26 - 5/13. The raffle will be held at the Parishville Town Hall at 5:00 pm on Saturday, May 13th. Need not be present to win.
Also having tables at the following locations:
P & C (Potsdam) - May 6th and 7th - 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Greg & Molly’s (Hopkinton) - May 6th - 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Kunoco (Parishville) - May 6th and 13th - 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Joanne Bigwarfe suggested asking the National Honor Society and National Jr Honor Society for volunteers for location selling (community service for them). She will inform Lisa after meeting with them.
Active Wear Sale: (Dawn Sloan)
There were a total of 64 orders with 182 items ordered.
Items should be in next week. Profit over $400.00
Map Project: (Paula Helfter)
Location out side Glenn Clark’s room.
Mrs. Pcolar’s class will clean the area. Painting scheduled for June 3rd (rain date June 10th ) from
10:00 am-2:00 pm. Sign up sheet for volunteers.
BJ’s Membership: (Denice Votra)
Offer reduces membership fee to $35.00 ($10 discount) for a 15 month membership. $5.00 will come back to the PTSA.
Bob Jackson of BJ’s will provide flyers for students to take home. He suggested running the sign up period from the second week of May through the first week of June.
Cindy Converse made a motion to move ahead with this project and form a committee; Pam Claus seconded the motion; all in favor.
Committee Members - Pam Claus, Joanne Bigwarfe, Denice Votra
Dance Committee: (Cindy Converse/Phyllis Charleson)
The next dance has been scheduled for Friday, May 19th from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm at the Parishville Town Hall. As before, ages 10 - 14 (basically 5th - 8th grade).
Same format as last time. Volunteers needed to chaperone.
Phyllis Charleson will e-mail members a poster for members for posting to advertise.
Michelle McCanns made a motion to schedule the dance as discussed; Cindy Converse seconded the motion; all in favor.
Sunshine Committee: (Denice Votra)
Thank yous - to all of our sponsors who donate for our events
Sympathy cards - for teachers, non-teachers and administrative staff. Guideline - spouse, child, step-child, mother, father.
Birthday cards - for teachers, non-teachers and administrative staff.
Contact for the non-teachers - Gwen Richards; contact for teachers - yet to be named.
Val Snider will be the committee contact.
Lisa Hazelton made a motion to implement this plan; Cindy Converse seconded the motion; all in favor.
New Business
Teacher’s Tenure:
Nick Jackman read a statement supporting Tanis Snell’s tenure. Mrs. Snell did not receive her tenure appointment at the last school board meeting. Mr. Jackman stated that there are petitions being circulated at school and at the Kunoco store.
Mr. Cannamela informed the PTSA that the teachers’ union is in the process of filing a grievance. He advised students and parents to contact school board members and to speak out at public meetings.
Discussion followed.
Greg Snell stated that they are seeking an endorsement from the PTSA in favor of her tenure.
Denice Votra informed those present that she had e-mailed the Regional PTA Director to seek her advice on this matter.
Newsletter:
Any items for the newsletter should be submitted to Cindy Converse. Some items mentioned were: lollipop sale, dance, basket raffle, elementary concer - May 24th, February Student of the Month, Am-Vet sponsored flag and essay contest winners, Courtney Culver named BOCES Student of the Month.
Executive Committee Meeting:
The Executive Committee met on March 30th. They reviewed a Committee Policy and Committee Chairperson responsibilities. Copy attached.
Lisa Hazelton made a motion to accept this policy; Michelle McCanns seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Spring Conference:
Denice Votra and Cindy Converse attended on April 22nd in Malone.
Our PTSA received an “Early Bird Award” for having our dues paid on time and also a “Unit Achievement Award”
This is an annual meeting which is more of a recognition type meeting than a training type meeting.
They were informed that representatives from Potsdam and Norwood Norfolk’s PTSA’s have volunteered to help other PTSA’s to get the Reflection Program started.
Teacher Appreciation Week:
The PTSA will provide donuts for the teachers and staff in the lounge on Thurs, May 11th.
Reminders
Book collection for Katrina victims
Box Tops for Education
Campbell’s Soup Labels
NEXT MEETING - MONDAY, MAY 22ND AT 6:30 PM
Meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm
Respectfully submitted
Dawn Sloan
Secretary
Parishville-Hopkinton PTSA March 06 Minutes
Present: Tina Taillon, Jackie DeGraw, Cindy Converse, Valerie Snider, Phyllis Charleson, Denice Votra, Lisa Hazelton, Michelle McCanns, Paula Helfter, Dawn Sloan, Darin Saiff
Meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm
Secretary’s Report:
The following corrections were noted by Cindy Converse and corrected.
Corporate sponsorship correction - Barnyard Customs was a $25.00 sponsor, the Magic Comb had been approached, but had not heard back as of the February meeting.
The sympathy card was sent to a Potsdam PTSA member whose son had passed away, although a teacher’s father had also passed away, no card was sent on behalf of the PTSA.
Michelle McCanns made a motion to accept the amended minutes; Lisa Hazelton seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Treasurer’s Report:
Cindy Converse reported that the current balance is $755.53.
The profit from the Dance was $385.15 - a report was also presented on the Dance
There are currently 89 members
Additional corporate sponsor - Magic Comb - $25.00
Valerie Snider made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s report; Phyllis Charleson seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Corporate Sponsors:
Denice Votra suggested that a letter be sent with the corporate sponsorship form. A rough draft was circulated. Discussion followed. Lisa Hazelton made a motion to accept a letter to accompany a corporate sponsorship form; Tina Taillon seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Basket Raffle:
Lisa Hazelton updated the board on the progress of the raffle.
Baskets are due 4/21. Looking for volunteers to sell tickets and work the booths - hope to have these booths set up at P&C, Safe-A-Lot, Greg & Molly’s and Kunoco.
Phyllis will advertise.
The baskets will be numbered and the tickets will have a designation as to which basket someone wants a chance on. Participants do not need to be present to win. There will be 15 baskets.
Ticket sale will run from April 26-May 13. Outside tickets must be turned in to Lisa by May 10th. The drawing will be held on May 13th at 5:00 pm at the Town Hall in Parishville.
Michelle McCanns made a motions to accept the Basket Raffle proposal; Paula seconded the motion; all were in favor.
Paper Donation:
St. Lawrence Supply has donated 3 reams of paper. Michelle McCanns donated at 4th ream.
Map Project:
Paula Helfter reported to the Board the progress of the “Map Project.”
Mrs. Pcolar’s class will prep the designated area. Mr. Burns, Miss Claus and Mr. Taylor will select the area to paint.
Paint has been donated by Sample Lumber in Bangor. Tina Taillon is working on donations for other painting supplies.
Tina inquired about a letter to give to businesses when soliciting donations. Michelle had a sample she had used. Denice suggested that this be worked on and approved so that everyone uses the same letter. A letter was tabled until the next meeting.
Tentative dates for the map project - June 3 or June 10 - time to be determined.
Save coffee cans for rinsing brushes. It was suggested to wear knee pads.
Nutrition Presentation:
Since our last meeting Susan Godreau contacted Denice regarding Dr. Joel Furhman a nutritionist who would be in the area attending a dinner and would we like him to provide a presentation to the students at area schools. He came to Parishville-Hopkinton School for two presentations on March 22nd. One for K-6th grade, the other 7th-12th grade.
The consensus seemed to be that the presentation was good, but probably a lot of the information went over the students head. However, students did seem to come away retaining some of the information.
Dance:
Many students have requested another dance. The Dance Committee was approached with organizing another. Everyone thought it a good idea. More to come.
Fun Night and Other Ideas:
Denice updated those present on new information Mr. Burns reported to her. Mr. Burns did not realize that the PTSA has their own liability insurance. (Which was a deterrent in having a fun night at the school, instead it was changed to a dance only and held at the Town Hall.) Therefore, the table is open again for a fun night.
Cindy Converse presented some other ideas she had found for some PTSA sponsored events: Family Arts and Crafts Night - sponsored by Crayola, there were several ideas in a
packet Cindy received. We would pick a project which would come in a kit, then
buy the kit.
Family Reading Night - sponsored by Target. Similar to Story Time for Tots.
Suggested a book swap or a “celebrity” reader.
Family Games Night - sponsored by Family Fun magazine. Self explanatory.
Discussion followed. Perhaps some of these ideas would be good for back to school or maybe become an annual event sponsored by the PTSA.
Dawn Sloan excused herself early from the meeting.
Cindy Converse continued with the minutes.
Hurricane Katrina Books:
Denice reminded everyone that the school is still collecting books for Hurricane Katrina victims.
BJ’s Membership:
Denice Votra is waiting for return phone call from Bob Jackson at BJ’s in regards to membership for PTSA members - for which $5.00 goes back to the PTSA.
Teacher’s PTSA Membership:
Denice Votra advised that the teachers union will be having a meeting in April and will vote on whether to join the PTSA as a unit. Denice has spoken with Joanne Bigwarfe and Don Cannamela.
Newsletter:
Cindy Converse advised members of the items for the April newsletter - Habitat for Humanity, How to Potect Myself and My Children on the Internet meeting, Hurricane Katrina book drive, basket raffle, and upcoming events.
Other suggestions were that the dance was a success and to thank everyone for helping; add a deadline date for submissions and who to submit to; list the corporate sponsors.
Website:
Denice Votra informed members that Zach Votra now has access to update the PTSA website, any information should be sent to him.
“How to Protect Myself and My Children on the Internet”
Mr. Saiff distributed information regarding the upcoming information session to be held on Thursday, April 27th at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium. Students are also invited. He advised that the websites in question have been blocked from the school’s computer system.
Sunshine Committee:
Dawn Sloan had e-mailed members of the committee set up to discuss and implement a system so that condolence cards be sent. As stated above, Dawn needed to leave early.
Denice Votra asked members of the committee their thoughts on the Sunshine Fund. Michelle McCanns voiced her concern to do it, suggested instead we do something else for teachers (Teacher Appreciation Day). Dawn Sloan voiced her reservations in her e-mail stating that she had contacted Norwood Norfolk PTSA and they chose not to get involved in these situations, because of problems that could arise for example if someone were forgotten. She also had spoken to Tony Eakins of the Non-Teachers’ Union who also had some reservations. Denice strongly favors this. Cindy Converse clarified that this is for cards, not flowers. She also suggested that the 2 members who were against doing this be removed from the committee and 2 new members join? Denice Votra had been in contact with Gwen Richards and Tony Eakins of the non-teachers’ union in order to obtain their guidelines regarding this. Tina Taillon thinks that this should be done, however we do need guidelines.
No vote was done; it was tabled due to Dawn not being present.
Meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm
NEXT MEETING - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26TH AT 6:30 PM - CAFETERIA
Respectfully submitted
Dawn Sloan
Secretary
Parishville-Hopkinton PTSA Board Meeting February 27, 2006
Present: Denice Votra, Lisa Hazelton, Cindy Converse, Phyllis Charleson, Kelly Pullano, Paula Helfter, Laura Zellweger, Tina Taillon, Valerie Snider, Michaela McCanns, Pam Claus, Dawn Sloan
Others Present: Joanne Bigwarfe, Irene Sinclair
Secretary’s Re