PTO Meeting Minutes
Thursday, October 9th, 2014
Meeting started at 7:15pm
I.
Prayer by Carol Sholer
II.
Announcements/Reports
a. Principal’s Report (Mrs. Huleis)
 Walktober went well with over 100 students who participated. Next year they will
ask for more parental involvement to hand out bracelets.
 Earthquake “shakeout” awareness is coming.
 The new renovations have given the school an opportunity to clean-out old
cabinets and storage and reorganize. Ms. Urrutia is in charge.
 Lockdown drill coming.
 October 31st will be half day dismiss 11:30am. Teachers will be doing staff
development; Guardian Angels will treat staff to lunch.
 Nov. 6 & 7th Teacher/parent conference.
 Thanksgiving we will be off the entire week plan vacations then.
 Rumors are true… the school is researching having an 7th Grade in 2015, and 8th
Grade in 2016. Mrs. Huleis is meeting will different schools and compiling date.
 Construction Company appreciates our patience during renovations. They will
construct a new walkway soon so families will have access from Brand again.
b. School Board/Construction Update:
Project Manager from Illig (Marty) came to speak with 4 other project managers in charge
of different stages of the project. Renovation talk began in October 2012. This week has
been slow do to mostly cleaning out the sanctuary. There are 2 phases: (1) remodel, (2)
elevator outdoor eating area. Since the building was originally constructed in the 50’s
there will be a lot of changes to original materials used, as well as abatement. Safety is
first! Rich (Safety), Tom with (H2) does sampling of environmental and can stop the
project at any time if they find any impacts to safety, of not only the students, and
families, but also to the employees working on the renovations. Tommy is in charge of all
demo. Troy the super will be here every day and is available for any questions brought
up by the parents. Demolition will start next week.
During the abatement, Tony’s guys will be suited up for their own protection since they
are working in a confined area. We understand parents will be concerned during this
time, but we want to assure everyone that all hazardous materials are being contained.
The two areas with asbestos are the roof and the floor. They will use sprayers and other
measures to minimize dust. They are thinking to demo the roof during Thanksgiving since
the school will be closed. During demolition of the roof, they will continually test the
playground area and monitor air quality the entire time so that the air is 100% safe. Tony
will shut them down at any time the air sample is not acceptable. OSHA will oversee the
safety of the work. HUD will oversee the safety of the kids.
This company has experience with Chandler, St. Anthony’s, et others.
FAQ’s to be sent out to parents soon will contact information for all future questions.
c.
Teacher’s Representative Report (Mrs. Perry)
Children will be able to watch planned phases the renovation process, to encourage them
to learn. They will have hardhats for the kids. Teachers would like to use this as a
teachable moment. Library is full of books from Bookfair. Prize boxes are full due to
teacher’s grants. They are thrilled with the lunches “Guardian Angels” the feel lifted up
and bless to have this PTO.
PTO Meeting Minutes
Thursday, October 9th, 2014
d. School Pastor Report (Pastor Sarah)
Updates Troy will provide a 3 week plan at a time, and they will give parents highlights
through the monthly newsletter that Marcea sends out. Carol will be the point person for
the FAQ’s.
e. Treasurer’s Report (Magda Zarifian)
We will have results of the fundraiser soon. We feel we’ve met our budget goal, but not
our publicized goal. No other costs at this time.
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V.
Classroom Representatives
i. 6th Grade Fundraising ideas coming up: Restaurant night, Ice cream, Chocolate.
Old Business
a. Salem Social Potluck, Uniform Swap, Ralphs Sign-ups went well. Recommend hiring a
few TA’s on the playground to monitor students next time.
b. As requested from the church, the PTO has cleared out 1 of their 2 cabinets to be used
by the church during renovations.
c. PTO Fall Fundraiser
i. There was mostly positive feedback during this event. Overall, families and
students have enjoyed using this company. Results are TBD
New Business
a. PTO is planning a Halloween Treat Friday, Oct. 31st during 1st recess.
b. Thanksgiving Feast (Friday, November 21st)
i. Cynthia Durand will chair with help from Lily, Steve and Kurt Padget.
c. Christmas Pizza Party (Friday, December 19th)
i. No chair yet.
d. Talent Show
i. Vicky Emami is chair of the event
ii. Will start planning/sign-ups/meeting soon
iii. Stage will most likely not be available. Options: Build another stage in the gym or
hold at another venue.
Next Parent Council Mtg. - Friday, November 14th @ 8:45am (Youth Room)
Meeting adjourned 8:15pm