May 2005
PTO Meeting Minutes, May 2005
May/17/2005 20:09
PTO Meeting Minutes
May 17, 2005 6:30pm
Attendance: Staff: Pam Haldeman, Helen Jacobse, Jillian Wheelock, Petra Hagen, Margaret Swanson, Sharon Benson Parents: Kay Larson, Wanda Lathrop, Jane Stubbe, Cyndi Moosbrugger, Darla Emanuelson, Jackie and Melissa Young, Conni Normandeau, Art and Lisa Roberts, Peter Herman, Dennis, Lisa and Jacob Leslie, Rom and Mary Jo Herman, Kristen Stock, Kelli Linnerooth, Karen Osley, Morris Larson, Jenny Dugan, Dawn Alberts, Kristi Anderson, Jody Polson, Cheryl Bjerke, Carolyn Neubauer, Greg Anderson, Jason Dugan, Dallen Schnichels, Charlene Briner, Gail Kohlmann
Welcome to final meeting for this school year.
Special Guest: 4th Grade-Artist in Resident’s Program. This year the fourth grade had the opportunity to work with Professor Sheila O’Connor; renowned poet. She worked with each class for one week instructing them in the fine art of writing. Her methodology included using themes, soft music, “day-dreaming” and learning the poetry of other authors. A sample of poems was read from each of the fourth grade classes.
Volunteer Appreciation Recognition: Pam and Dallen gave special recognition to all of the volunteers who put forth time to help the school this year. Thank you to those who worked in the classrooms, did projects at home, served on committees, worked on the board, planned and coordinated events and provided support to the teachers, staff and students. Cake was provided by Judy Berg Cakes. It was delicious!
Presentation of the $500.00 Parkview Scholarship: Each year the Parkview PTO selects one high school senior that was a prior Parkview student to receive a scholarship for higher education in the amount of $500.00. This year’s recipient is Melissa Young. Dallen read a letter congratulating Melissa on her award. Jason awarded Melissa with a check.
Secretary’s Report: Motion to approve. Seconded. Approved
Treasurer’s Report: Following all expenditures we should end up with approximately $13, 200 in the bank leading into the fall budget. Knowing this we are looking at not having the Gold C solicitations for the fall and will reevaluate what fundraisers will be necessary for next year. The ultimate goal is to keep the financial discussions at the PTO meetings to a minimum and to allow for more discussion on what PTO can do for the students other than just doing fundraisers. Motion to approve. Seconded. Approved.
President’s Report: Volunteer Update: Thank you to Kris Sieve, our volunteer coordinator. She was instrumental in finding volunteers to fill the various needs of the school. The final volunteer need for this year is the 5th grade graduation party. The theme is “hoe-down.” Please contact Kris Sieve ASAP if you are able to volunteer for this event. Advisory Council Update: The final project for this season is to have the Summer Library Program. In year’s past the library has been open for a few hours (usually 9-11) on select days. When the librarian is in, the flag goes up letting kids know that they can come and check out books at the library. This provides a great activity for the summer and allows incoming Kindergarten students to become familiar with the school. The cost to run the program is $345.00. This pays for the librarians’ time. Motion to approve funds for the program. Motion seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Information will be sent out to parents regarding the program in the Parkview Panda Press. Thank you to the Spring Fling Committee for the great fling this year. Kay Larson gave an update on the highlight of the night. Overall funds earned was over $9000.00. A big thank you was given to Leonardo’s Pizza for doing such a great job responding to the overwhelming desire for pizza. Thank you to all of the businesses and families who supported this event through their donations of time, products, money and in their attendance to the event. We had approximately 130 companies respond with donations out of the 700 that were solicited which we felt was positive considering we had never done this type of thing before. Thank you to all of the committee members who put in time and energy making the event a success.
Principal’s Report: A blueprint of the new addition to the school was shared. All interior changes to the school will be made this summer in order to cut down on the noise and distraction to classes. Exterior additions and changes will take place during the school year next fall. There will be a wall maintained between the construction and the classrooms in order to minimize distractions. There has been an increase to the amount of money that will be allocated to Parkview allowing for some additional changes due to other projects coming in under budget.
New Business: Election of officers for the 2005-2006 school year. Thank you to the PTO board from this year. We appreciate the hours of service they have given to the school. Greg Anderson and Kay Larson will be retiring from their PTO positions this year. The new officers for next year are: Dallen Schnichels-President, Kelli Linnerooth-Vice-President, Jody Polson-Secretary, and Jason Dugan-Treasurer.
Next Meeting: September 19, 2005 at 6:30 pm at Parkview Library.
Meeting Adjourned: Seconded. Adjourned 7:58 pm.
May 17, 2005 6:30pm
Attendance: Staff: Pam Haldeman, Helen Jacobse, Jillian Wheelock, Petra Hagen, Margaret Swanson, Sharon Benson Parents: Kay Larson, Wanda Lathrop, Jane Stubbe, Cyndi Moosbrugger, Darla Emanuelson, Jackie and Melissa Young, Conni Normandeau, Art and Lisa Roberts, Peter Herman, Dennis, Lisa and Jacob Leslie, Rom and Mary Jo Herman, Kristen Stock, Kelli Linnerooth, Karen Osley, Morris Larson, Jenny Dugan, Dawn Alberts, Kristi Anderson, Jody Polson, Cheryl Bjerke, Carolyn Neubauer, Greg Anderson, Jason Dugan, Dallen Schnichels, Charlene Briner, Gail Kohlmann
Welcome to final meeting for this school year.
Special Guest: 4th Grade-Artist in Resident’s Program. This year the fourth grade had the opportunity to work with Professor Sheila O’Connor; renowned poet. She worked with each class for one week instructing them in the fine art of writing. Her methodology included using themes, soft music, “day-dreaming” and learning the poetry of other authors. A sample of poems was read from each of the fourth grade classes.
Volunteer Appreciation Recognition: Pam and Dallen gave special recognition to all of the volunteers who put forth time to help the school this year. Thank you to those who worked in the classrooms, did projects at home, served on committees, worked on the board, planned and coordinated events and provided support to the teachers, staff and students. Cake was provided by Judy Berg Cakes. It was delicious!
Presentation of the $500.00 Parkview Scholarship: Each year the Parkview PTO selects one high school senior that was a prior Parkview student to receive a scholarship for higher education in the amount of $500.00. This year’s recipient is Melissa Young. Dallen read a letter congratulating Melissa on her award. Jason awarded Melissa with a check.
Secretary’s Report: Motion to approve. Seconded. Approved
Treasurer’s Report: Following all expenditures we should end up with approximately $13, 200 in the bank leading into the fall budget. Knowing this we are looking at not having the Gold C solicitations for the fall and will reevaluate what fundraisers will be necessary for next year. The ultimate goal is to keep the financial discussions at the PTO meetings to a minimum and to allow for more discussion on what PTO can do for the students other than just doing fundraisers. Motion to approve. Seconded. Approved.
President’s Report: Volunteer Update: Thank you to Kris Sieve, our volunteer coordinator. She was instrumental in finding volunteers to fill the various needs of the school. The final volunteer need for this year is the 5th grade graduation party. The theme is “hoe-down.” Please contact Kris Sieve ASAP if you are able to volunteer for this event. Advisory Council Update: The final project for this season is to have the Summer Library Program. In year’s past the library has been open for a few hours (usually 9-11) on select days. When the librarian is in, the flag goes up letting kids know that they can come and check out books at the library. This provides a great activity for the summer and allows incoming Kindergarten students to become familiar with the school. The cost to run the program is $345.00. This pays for the librarians’ time. Motion to approve funds for the program. Motion seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Information will be sent out to parents regarding the program in the Parkview Panda Press. Thank you to the Spring Fling Committee for the great fling this year. Kay Larson gave an update on the highlight of the night. Overall funds earned was over $9000.00. A big thank you was given to Leonardo’s Pizza for doing such a great job responding to the overwhelming desire for pizza. Thank you to all of the businesses and families who supported this event through their donations of time, products, money and in their attendance to the event. We had approximately 130 companies respond with donations out of the 700 that were solicited which we felt was positive considering we had never done this type of thing before. Thank you to all of the committee members who put in time and energy making the event a success.
Principal’s Report: A blueprint of the new addition to the school was shared. All interior changes to the school will be made this summer in order to cut down on the noise and distraction to classes. Exterior additions and changes will take place during the school year next fall. There will be a wall maintained between the construction and the classrooms in order to minimize distractions. There has been an increase to the amount of money that will be allocated to Parkview allowing for some additional changes due to other projects coming in under budget.
New Business: Election of officers for the 2005-2006 school year. Thank you to the PTO board from this year. We appreciate the hours of service they have given to the school. Greg Anderson and Kay Larson will be retiring from their PTO positions this year. The new officers for next year are: Dallen Schnichels-President, Kelli Linnerooth-Vice-President, Jody Polson-Secretary, and Jason Dugan-Treasurer.
Next Meeting: September 19, 2005 at 6:30 pm at Parkview Library.
Meeting Adjourned: Seconded. Adjourned 7:58 pm.