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LAKEWAY
ELEMENTARY PTO
Regular Board Meeting
March 2, 2004
LWE Cafeteria & Conference Room
President, Jennifer Neuse called the meeting to order at 9:40 a.m., with a verified quorum.
The minutes of the previous regular meeting were approved as corrected.
OFFICERS REPORTS:
Cynthia announced that she has secured Sally Foster Chairpersons for next year.
She also reported that volunteers are needed to monitor the halls during the upcoming testing.
Kim reported that Carl Anderson was at LWE and the students and teachers really enjoyed his program.
She also announced that Culture Fair plans are going great. The former UN Ambassador from Kenya may actually be here to attend. If he does get to come, a reception will be held at Emmaus Church.
The Emperor’s New Clothes will be performed live on May 24th at for LWE Students.
Lyn Quinn presented a proposal to have a fundraiser selling “Play n’ Bake” Cookie Dough. After much discussion, Shelley McCannon motioned to approve this fundraiser with all proceeds to be directed to the Parent Picnic Pavilion. Motion carried.
In the absence of the Nominating Committee Chairperson, Penny Fairchild, Melanie Hudelson presented the Nominating Committee Report as follows: Robin Thomas for Secretary, Jay Hiller for Member at Large/General, Felicia Collazo for 4th VP/Programs, and Melanie Hudelson for Member at Large/Aid to President. President Jennifer Neuse asked for further nominations from the floor. There were none. Jennifer announced that nominations for the Lakeway Elementary PTO Board for the 2004-2005 school year were officially closed.
There was much discussion on the forms to be used for PTO Enrollment Information for next year. Melanie and Shelley will work on these forms with help volunteered by Kim Stotts, Kim McCarthy, and Jennifer Neuse.
Sam announced that there have been significant cuts throughout the district. All campuses are affected by these cuts. Specifically, to LWE, Audrienne Teach, our CTC will be replaced with a CTA (Assistant) level position. One person to cover the entire district will be hired for Instructional Support. Significant Administrative cuts have been made also.
Our 3rd Graders will take the TAKS test tomorrow.
Construction is going great. The frame is up and the second level foundation is to be poured Saturday.
The meeting briefly adjourned at 11:00 a.m. to move the LWE Conference Room. President, Jennifer Neuse, called the meeting back to order at 11:10 a.m.
Shelley reported that our current balance is $29,643.11.
Shelley presented the following budget amendments:
To increase Chess Club Income and Expense to $3,500.00
To increase Spanish Club Income and Expense to $3,500.00
To increase Sally Foster Expense to $13,250.00
To increase SnoCone & Popcorn Expense to $600.00
To increase Talent Show Income to $3,500.00
To increase Talent Show Expense to $800.00
To increase Teacher Appreciation Expense to $1,350.00
To establish a line item for the Parent Picnic Pavilion Expense of $2,000.00
To establish a line item for the Play n’ Bake Fundraiser Income of $5,000.00 and Play n’ Bake Fundraiser Expense Of $3,000.00
Kim McCarthy motioned to approve these amendments. Motion carried.
Wish List Items
Cynthia Casto motioned to approve $964.69 to purchase one Dell Computer for the Library. Motion carried.
Shelley McCannon motioned to approve $48.96 for a request from Ms. Serfoss, 4th Grade, to purchase 4 classical CD’s. Motion carried.
Kim McCarthy motioned to approve $40.90 for a request from Coach DiCarlo, PE, for Noodle Books. Motion carried.
Kelly Ghilarducci proposed a Rainy Day Recess Program to be implemented for LWE. The board unanimously approved this proposal. Kelly will work out the details with the staff and report back with plans and any requests for any financial support.
The meeting adjourned at 12:00 p.m.
Melanie Hudelson
Secretary