Minutes - February 2012

NCHS PTO
Minutes of the Board meeting 2/27/12

 

·         President Anne Matter called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members and guests in attendance totaled 8.

·         Minutes from the 1/23/12 meeting were reviewed and approved as reported.

Treasurer’s Report

·         Judy was not present.

Principal’s Report

·         Dr. Nuckolls was not present.

President’s Report

·         Anne shared information from the President’s lunch with Dr. Niehaus.  Some information discussed was that the ISATs will be eliminated by 2014 and we will go to electronic testing.  It was discussed that newer teachers are having a hard time financially building their classroom libraries.  The District is planning on all students having netbooks within 3-5 years.  They will work with us on electronic registration so that we can have a spot for people to make PTO donations.

·         Scholarships were also discussed.  Anne, Sharon & Patty met and discussed changing the applications.  Mr. Bohlman suggested we have the administration look over our list before we turn them in to make sure all candidates are appropriate.  We will change the application to state “have you received any disciplinary action besides a detention.”  Applications will be due by March 23.  Members can meet at Anne’s house to review the applications on April 4 and the list will be given to Mr. Bohlman by April 5.

Committee Reports

Spirit Store

·         No New news.

Iron Café

·         No report.

Hospitality

·         Mary stated that the Valentine’s lunch went well but there were a lot of leftovers.  She stated that we are not getting a lot of volunteers signing up to bring items.  For this reason, they will cancel the March 20 lunch and do the next one in May.

Concessions

·         It was discussed that concessions next year will need to write something up at the beginning of the year stating that prices have to be set for the year and cannot be changed throughout the year.

Membership

·         No report.

Web Master

·         Beth stated that she put something on the website stating she was looking for a replacement for her for next year.  She got a response from a student who is a junior and is on the web team.  He would like the position.  It was discussed that we would have to put him on the slate to be voted in for next year.  Beth will tell him to come to the meeting in April.

·         Beth stated that she wants to get the website as up to date as possible before turning the position over.

Alumni

·         Diana stated that they are getting their scholarships together.  She also stated that they are still working on the garden area.  They may look into putting in some benches or a low wall.

Agenda Items:

Old Business

·         No old business was discussed at this time.

New Business

·         Anne stated that there was a request for funds from Mr. Ryan Short (NCHS Guidance).  He stated that 3 students have been invited to attend the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Conference.  It would cost $150.00 per student and he was wondering if PTO could help with that cost.  Motion was made, seconded and approved to provide half the amount, for a total of $225.00.

No further business was noted at this time.   Anne Matter adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m.  The next meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 19, 2012.

Respectfully submitted,
Polly Blanchard, Recording Secretary

Minutes - January 2012

NCHS PTO

Minutes of the Board meeting 1/23/12

·         President Anne Matter called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members and guests in attendance totaled 14.

·         Minutes from the 11/21/11 meeting were reviewed and approved as reported.

Treasurer’s Report

·         Judy distributed copies of the financial statement for January, 2012. 

·         Current balance is $13,495.01.

Principal’s Report

·         Dr. Nuckolls stated that Freshman Orientation went well and was well attended.

·         Mr. Dave Bollman has been chosen as the new principal beginning next school year.  He will be attending the April PTO meeting.

·         Upcoming dates:  Senior brunch – April 24, Senior Rehearsal – April 25, May 3 – Awards program, May 4 – Senior picnic, May 5 – Prom, May 20 – Baccalaureate (1:00) and May 26 – Commencement (6:00).

·         Dr. Nuckolls stated that registration for next year will all be done online (including all payments).

President’s Report

·         Anne stated that we received a check for $500.00 from Kohls (this is to go to the Speech coach).

·         Board positions that are still open for next year are:  President, Vice President, Web Master, Concessions. She asked for anyone else who won’t be continuing in their position next year to let either her or Denni know.

Committee Reports

Spirit Store

·         Julie stated that Christmas sales were $2,310.50.  8^th Grade orientation night sales were $796.00.  She thinks we could have had more sales that night if we accepted credit cards/debit cards.

·         Julie stated that they may do an end of year sale for the staff.  There will be no new designs until registration.

Iron Café

·         Sheri stated that things are going well.

·         Judy stated that she will take over for Jolene.

Hospitality

·         Patty stated that they will be doing a Valentine’s Day breakfast.

Concessions

·         Sheri stated that things are going well. 

·         The hot dog machine isn’t working.  It should still be under warranty.

·         There is an upcoming chess tournament on Jan 28.  They have stated they may be interested in having concessions at this.

Membership

·         No new news.

Web Master

·         No new news.

Alumni

·         No report.

Agenda Items:

Old Business

·         No old business was discussed at this time.

New Business

·         Anne stated that we need to discuss the scholarships at our next meeting.  We will need names at least 2 weeks prior to the May 3 Awards program.  She would like to have the names by April 4.

·         Ms. Ashlee Johnson discussed her Biotech Engineering class.  She would like to purchase kits for her labs.  The kits would cost $100.00 per box and she would need 5 boxes.  She stated that she will talk to Dr. Nuckolls to see if any funds are available.  She stated that she would need the kits ASAP.  Motion was made, seconded and approved to cover the amount the school does not cover up to $500.00.

·         Ms. Jennifer Kelly would like money to help cover the cost of frames for artwork to use with the Children’s Advocacy Center for their annual fundraiser.  She stated that the students’ art projects are done now and she would like to get them framed for the fundraiser.  Ms. Kelly stated she would need $400.00.  The school will cover $150.00, so she is still needing $250.00.  Motion made, seconded and approved to cover $250.00 for this.

No further business was noted at this time.   Anne Matter adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m.  The next meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 27, 2012.

Respectfully submitted,
Polly Blanchard, Recording Secretary

Volunteer Positions 2012-2013

The Board is looking to fill leadership positions for the 2012-2013 school year and invite any interested parent to join us at our monthly Board meetings this coming year to find out more! Available positions for 2012-2013 school year:

• President
• Vice-President
• Concessions