President, Jennifer Neuse called the meeting to order at 9:43 a.m., with a verified quorum.

Bob Hart and representatives from American Constructors provided information and handouts regarding the upcoming construction for the addition to Lakeway Elementary School. They answered all questions that were raised and will keep us informed at future board meetings. Chris Sharp is the contact person for LWE site.

The meeting moved to the Library at 10:50 a.m.

The minutes of November 4, 2003 and November 18, 2003 were approved as written.

Sam announced that LWE was represented very well at the UIL Poetry Contest.

LWE received our Campus Report Card and we did very well. He plans to provide a slide show at a future PTO meeting.

He also reported that there are monthly district meetings for the purpose of evaluating and updating curriculum throughout the district. Anyone interested in this area is welcome to attend and can get more information from him.

Lyn Quinn reported for Cynthia that LWE has a total of 2,434 Volunteer hours recorded. Six volunteers from LWE hit the 100 hour recognition level.

Cheri announced that the Preview day for the Treasure Shopping Fundraiser will be on December 8^th. The actual shopping days will be on the 9^th and 10^th. They will work with Sam to get the teachers time slots scheduled for the students to come to purchase gifts. Volunteers are needed.

Kim reported that the coat drive and food drive are complete and were very successful.

She announced that there is a potential chairperson for the Culture Fair.

She also reported that the Spanish Club needs 4 classes of 10-15 students rather than 2 classes per 25 students. Teachers are greatly needed for the next Semester to keep the program implemented and successful.

Shelley reported that our current balance is $33,424.73. Her computer is currently down and she will hopefully have our detailed printed reports for the January 6^th meeting.

• Kim Stotts motioned to approve $3,020.00 for the Classroom Performance System by e.instruction requested by our Campus Technical Team. Lyn Quinn and Cheri DeLong abstained from voting due to the lack of information available. Motion carried.
• Shelley McCannon motioned to approve $2,518.00 for a New Field Learning System requested by 1-5 Grade Team Leaders and Tom Seabolt. Motion carried.
• Lori Griggs motioned to approve $202.25 for Jr. Master Gardener Leader Guides requested by Karma Good for teachers who attended the JNC Workshop and their students. Motion carried.
• Lori Griggs motioned to approve an additional $15.04 for "Books to Remember" series requested by Instructional Support Team to cover additional cost for an approved item. Motion carried.
• Cheri DeLong motioned to approve the following for 2^nd Grade Field Trips: $650.00 for Exotic Resort Zoo’s, $500.00 for Traveling Pioneer Farm, and $500.00 for transportation to a Pioneer Farm. Motion carried. Questions arose regarding district policy on taking more than two field trips. This issue will be researched and satisfied before any funds are spent towards these field trips.
• Lori Griggs motioned to approve $105.00 for Convention Fees and Materials requested by P.E. for Coach DiCarlo. Motion carried.
• Melanie Hudelson motioned to approve $1,297.00 for die cuts and a free die cut machine requested by Office Faculty. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 12:05 p.m.

Melanie Hudelson

Secretary