Hunters Woods PTA Minutes

Hunters Woods Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences

February 6, 2008

The regular meeting of the Hunters Woods PTA was held on February 6, 2008 at the Hunters Woods Elementary School library. The meeting was called to order at 7:30pm by PTA President Maureen Becker.

The January 9^th meeting minutes were read and approved as corrected.

Correspondence:

Marina Matthes read a thank you card fro Ms. Shernoff.

President’s Report:

Maureen Becker thanked Mrs. Groves for her wonderful work designing and installing the Art Integration Night art work. Maureen also thanked Andrew Chopivsky for his work on the International Night. Upcoming events include Skate Night (March 1^st), Fine Arts Night, Silent Auction (April 12^th), Talent Share (March 7^th), and the school play (Feb. 22-23).

Treasurer’s Report:

Deborah Lannen distributed a summary of the budget for the end of January 2008 and explained changes in the outlays.

Teacher’s Report:

There was a general discussion of funds for the artist in residence program for a mural outside, which would total $3500. All funds needed are currently in the budget.

Committee Reports:

The Bingo committee needs a new coordinator for next year. If you would like to volunteer or co-chair, please contact admscrv@aol.com - Christine Gambrel for more information.

Book Fair – Shreeti Kapoor spoke about the next Book Fair, April 14-18. There was a vote on the teacher/staff 25% discount, $10 scholarships for free/reduced lunch students and $15 per child scholarship for the two Head Start class. Deborah Lannen motioned and Susan Sather seconded the vote, which was unanimous.

Outdoor Beautification – Catherine Linberg reported that the PTA received a check for $39.00 for the Gaelic Gardens fundraiser. The Spring sale should be larger and will take place after spring break. There is a need for a new Marque volunteer for next year. If interested, please contact Catherine Linberg for more information. Also, Catherine reported that the school’s garden has produced broom corn and we are sending the harvest to Wisconsin to be turned into products to be sold at this year’s auction. Cotton was also grown and is being used to make cotton bookmarks which will also be sold at the school auction.

School Supplies – Susan Brownsword reported that the deadline for the list for next year’s school supplies is Feb. 15^th. She asked for updated lists from the teacher’s and there was a general discussion on the amount and type of supplies needed.

Sock Hop – Trellis Evans will be working to organize the next Sock Hop to coincide with the silent auction. Volunteers are need to help organize and work at the Sock Hop.

Principal’s Report:

Mrs. Mentzer thanked Mrs. Groves for her excellent contribution to the school during the Arts Integration Nights. Mr. Carter and Ms. Small are working on the career day for March 26^th. The in-school Bingo rewards are having a very positive affect on the everyday behavior of the students and is fun for all involved.

Unfinished Business:

South Lakes Graduation Night Celebration – A general discussion was held to talk about the requested donation from South Lakes High School for their 25^th annual Graduation night party. Catherine Linberg motioned, Marina Matthes seconded the vote for a donation of $100 for the party. The vote was unanimous.

Fine Arts Night – A discussion was held concerning the catering quote from California Tortilla Company. At this time, the prices quoted were too expensive to make the fundraiser viable. The committee will look into other options and will try to negotiate a better price. Volunteers are needed for this committee.

New Business:

The nominating committee for next year’s PTA executive board will be comprised of Maureen Becker, Marina Matthes and Karen Tate.

Mini-Grants – A mini-grant for $1500 was reviewed for additional funding for the Distance Learning Center. Susan Sather motioned, Catherine Linberg seconded the vote and it passed unanimously.

The meeting was adjourned the meeting at 9:05pm.

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Jennifer Arakelian, Recording Secretary

The minutes were:

__________ approved as written.

_____X____ approved as corrected.

Date: ____March 5, 2008________