PARK VIEW PTC Meeting Minutes for April 15, 2014 CALL TO ORDER President, Jane Duzansky called the meeting to order it was seconded by Kim LaFrancis. Approval of March 2014 meeting minutes: A motion to approve was made and seconded by Kristen Brach. ATTENDANCE: Sasha Woloski, Monique Wilharm, Jane Duzansky, Jen Brzezinski, Kim LaFrancis, Alyssa Petropoulos, Jeralyn Olszewski, Mimi Cunningham, Kristen Brach, Anne Lange, Nia Esposito, Mrs. Peterson, Megan Rafferty, Rebecca Salt, Lanie Cunningham, Jen Ledet, Rhonda Nevis, Julie Kling, Yolanda Smith, Uzma Muneer, Carey Fredrick PRINCIPAL’S REPORT Mrs. Peterson reported: Distributed 93 books at Family Fitness Night. New rugs in the entry ways were paid for with the donation received from Jewel. Teacher’s Report Mrs. Olzewski reported: 1st graders are researching whales and bringing change to school to adopt Humpback whales from the Whale and Dolphin Conservation. We're hoping to adopt three whales. 2nd grade is having Solar System stations with different games and activities Thursday (the afternoon of the 17) when the Star Lab will be here. 4th grade is studying ecology in science. We will attend the Earthfest at Glenbard South on April 25. (Earth Day) This is a program that GBS provides to all 4th grades in the district. Red Ribbon Run Friday, April 25, 2014 from 9:00 to noon. A few volunteer are needed. Thank you from the staff for the money to purchase materials for our classrooms. It is very much appreciated! Guest Speaker, Glen Crest PTC President, Erin Stafford reported: Glen Crest PTC volunteers needed. There is an opening for a Vice President role in the PTC. Please let Erin know if you are interested. Glen Crest PTC is starting a shadow program. Volunteers can work alongside a current board member before assuming the position responsibilities the following year. Committee Reports Teacher Appreciation Week: Nia Esposito reported: Tuesday, April 29, - special breakfast for teachers Weds., April 30, - bring a flower for your teacher Thurs. May 1, - wear blue Fri. May 2, - coffee and sweets cart for teachers Kindergarten Olympic Field Day Nia Esposito reported: Working with Field Day Chair to plan event. School Supplies Julia Kling reported: Sale is going on now. Online ordering available. Sale ends April 24, 2014. Volunteer Appreciation Julia Kling reported: The event will be held at Ellyn’s on May 15. All volunteers and staff are welcome and encouraged to attend. Cultural Arts Anne Lange reported: The Pro Kids assembly was held in the beginning of the school year, as well as, a Family Pro Kids event. Wright Brothers assembly was held in December and the final assembly will be the sky dome assembly this Thursday. There are funds still available in the budget. Some funds could possibly be used to support activities at an all school picnic at the end of the year. Escrip Lanie Kennedy reported: With the close of Dominicks Escrip has only generated about $2. Families can still register credit cards with this program but few do. The PTC will need to consider whether to pursue this program in the future. Box Tops Uzma Muneer reported: Goal is to collect 20,000. To date 19,977 box tops have been collected. To increase participation, new signs have been posted and monthly results have been posted on the PTC website. Winter and spring collections sheets were distributed in December and March Expenses are around $100 Considering making changes to how the contest portion works. If you have any suggestions please, contact Uzma or Adrianne. Tyson Project A+ Uzma Muneer reported: Tyson labels program seems to be unknown to most parents. Each label is worth .24. Currently 85 labels have been submitted and 100 labels are needed before they can be redeemed. Labels for Education Uzma Munner reported: In November, 42,950 points were spent for gym equipment. The points had been collected for several years and this brought the balance back to zero. The current balance is $10,345. To improve awareness, a collection sheet was sent home in March. Considering offering a contest to encourage participation. Park View $$ Rebecca Salt reported: Profit to date is $858. There are 63 users with a 17% participation rate. Not sure if we will meet this year’s goal. The community outreach gift card program was not offered this year and possibly impacted profits. Suggestions to increase participate include; changing the name, simplifying the form, and possibly earmarking funds for a specific goal or item. A new chair is need for next school year. Restaurant Night Kim LaFrancis reported: At the end of March profits totaled $769. Still two more events this school year. Family Fitness Night Yolanda Smith reported: Over 175 participants. Lower totals this year were attributed to the later date and spring sports had started. Over $40 raffle prizes Majority of budget went towards food. Cartridges for Kids Yolanda Smith reported: Better advertising to encourage support. Market Day Kristen Brach reported: $123 profit for last month. A total of $863 profit for the year so far. Gordon Food Service acquired Market Day. Next year order processing will be much simpler, items will be pre-packaged. Market Day will replace Innisbrook for next year’s large fundraiser. Better profit margins and ease of use contributed to the switch. Nominating Board Jen Brzezkinski reported: Nominations for Co-PTC Presidents are Mimi Cunningham and Megan Rafferty Nominations for Co-Vice President are Nia Esposito and Rhonda Nevis Nomination for Treasurer, Laura Miranda. Nomination for Secretary, Jen Ledet. Olympic Field Day: Field Day is scheduled for May 28 and rain date is May 29. 60 volunteers are need to set-up, fill water balloons and run games. Considering a canvas sport bag for favors Budget was increased. Working with Mrs. Shafton to make flags. There are no retirees to lead procession this year. Class colors will be posted on the PTC website. OLD BUSINESS none NEW BUSINESS open to audience ANNOUNCEMENTS President, Jane Duzansky reported: 4/24 Teacher Appreciation Luncheon 4/25 Red Ribbon Run & Movie Night 4/28 Teacher Appreciation Week 5/15 Final Meeting & Volunteer Appreciation Night ADJOURNMENT A motion was made to adjourn the meeting and was seconded by Kim LaFrancis. Respectfully submitted, Carey Fredrick and Sasha Woloski – PTC Co-Secretaries