Call Meeting to Order by Emily at 7:09
- Introductions: Present: Chris Castonguay (secretary), Allison Hill, Jennifer Hale (co-secretary), Angie Ray-O’Brien (co-president), Emily LeTourneau (co-president), Clay Krevolin (MBA principal), Pat Clark (co-secretary), Angela Hewitt (chair, cultural enrichment), Heather Modzelewski
- Secretary’s Report
- Reading & Approval of Minutes, motion to approve by Angela, seconded by Heather.
- Reading & Approval of Minutes, motion to approve by Angela, seconded by Heather.
- Treasurer’s Report
- Review & Approval of Monthly Reports: Chris submitted deposits/expenses report.
- Budget – plan for completion and voting: Clay discussed MBA fieldtrip needs: Several 8th grade students have a financial need for the High Meadows fieldtrip. They are requesting $500. Approved unanimously.
- Review & Approval of Monthly Reports: Chris submitted deposits/expenses report.
- Committee Reports
- New Business: 6th grade Orientation night was very successful. Great turn-out and thank you to Cathy Manning for “goodies.” Emily and Heather will be meeting with Mr. Krevolin and Mrs. Oliver over the summer to discuss fund-raising needs.
- Events/ Programs (upcoming): Field Day is Friday. There are about 9 parent volunteers to help with lunch.
- Cultural Enrichment: Angela will serve as interim, until a new chair steps forward. No more programs for this year. BMX show was a huge success. Message of wearing helmets was reinforced. School opening will be Brian Chevalier, with his anti-bullying song writing. Mr. Krevolin suggested bringing in Scott Driscoll to discuss Internet safety with parents, prior to passing out iPads to students.
- Fundraising: Ideas for next year: Discussion of a “paint night.” Charge is about $32, with $14 going to the school. Could have a parent night and a staff night. Smile.amazon gives 1% to our school. Reminders need to be sent out so that more people are aware of it. It’s an EASY way to earn money. A photo booth might be an option—maybe added to MBA dances/ice cream social. Having a run (5K?) starting from Connor’s Park. Erin Grimes had talked about asking art teachers to do an art project that could be printed on cups/t’shirts, etc. to be used as gifts. Opt-out option will be available. Maybe do a spring/fall opt-out? A “Somers” water bottle might be an option. Butter braids will not be a fund-raiser next year, as the distribution was extremely time-consuming. The Carnival was a huge success—maybe charge an entrance fee? Perhaps do an evening BMX show? An outdoor movie night at the park? These are all great ideas, but need someone to take each responsibility on.
- Set up meeting with Principals to discuss next year’s goals: Emily will set up an August meeting to talk about fund-raising needs for next year.
- Unanimous decision for Emily to purchase a PTO banner. Will be about $100.
- Ideas for next year—see above
- Other? Still a concern about the lack of participation in the PTO. This organization provides terrific programs and support for our school, but less than 1% of parents attend meetings…
- General Discussion
- Unanimous decision for Emily to purchase a PTO banner. Will be about $100.
- Next Meeting: week of August 10th. Emily will send out email.
- Questions/ Suggestions
- New Business: 6th grade Orientation night was very successful. Great turn-out and thank you to Cathy Manning for “goodies.” Emily and Heather will be meeting with Mr. Krevolin and Mrs. Oliver over the summer to discuss fund-raising needs.
- Adjournment at 8:20. Motion by Emily, seconded by Angie.