In case you missed the PTO meeting…
Here is a brief recap of what was discussed at today’s PTO meeting.
1.) Open 2:05 PTO is not a political group at the school – we are here to facilitate communication among faculty, administration and families. We endeavor to make the school a more hospitable and engaging learning environment for all students. We do not endorse any candidate – whether for the LSC or any political office.
2.) Kudos: to laura kuzniar for laying out the newsletter, the SIPAAA committee for a great document, to the garden project committee, and Chipotle, Judy Ocon for helping organize library books, Mr. Z and Ms. Caltabiano, for passing all of their Montessori Teacher tests!
3.) Administrator’s Report
a) Mr. Neidlinger- no report
b) Mrs. Espada no report
4.) Committee Reports
a) Grantswriting- Rachel Gross – no report
b) Outreach- Mary Zerkel – no report
c) Budget & Fundraising- Report by Cindy Nicita, Chairperson
Really push Drummond Dollars for next month – buy gift cards then sell in person vs. turn in order forms?
Currently $2,660.45 — $600 to deposit — $3,260.45.
Fundraising schedule for next year – set a meeting date/time to discuss
Selling Drummond $ and T-shirts on RCPD, 4/17
d) Special Events-
End of Year Picnic—on Friday June 6, all day, need volunteers, plus chaperones – going to be held at Burr School (due to Garden construction). Mostly pto, but Ms. Wheatley will be liaison.
e) Home Room Representatives- no report – tap on homeroom reps about – if there are any parents who want to get together to get something for teacher of the “graduating” class.
f) Newsletter- Sarah Landicho – thanks for laying it out.
g) Web Design- no report
5.) Old Business
a) Teacher Appreciation 2008 – talking with Mr. N. about where – unveil for Teacher Appreciation Day – Shout out to homeroom reps about what you’d like to do for May 6 National Teachers Day – talk to Alexandra H. for ideas.
6.) New Business-
a) Report Card Pickup Day Coverage for PTO Table – we’re pretty covered, but if you’ve got time, stop by and volunteer.
b) SIPAAA Update School Improvement Plant for Advancing Academic Achievement – going to be presented to community tonight at LSC Meeting. SIPAAA is tied to budget and how money will be spent for school the next year. Drummond is continuing to get less money each year. Expect paper and ink drives for next year. The SIPAAA is very strong – really focuses on raising everyone’s reading and math level. A very doable plan – posted on Website and on trifold board outside main office. SIPAAA copies for families to pick up, read and ask questions. If you have ?s, comment on website, come to LSC meeting, ask Mr. Neidlinger or put a note in Mrs. Kuzniar’s box – please comment.
7.) Adjourn
a) Next meeting, May 13, 2008 9:00 am, Teacher Resource Room, 007
