Minutes from the last meeting were approved following a motion and second.
No amendments were noted.
[0:37]
Guest Speaker
Maureen Hayes, Elementary Humanities Supervisor, presented on the district’s
K–6 literacy program, focusing on the implementation of the IMSE
Orton‑Gillingham approach, teacher training, and positive student outcomes.
She highlighted the structure of K–2 and 3–5 literacy instruction, the use
of assessments, and upcoming curriculum night.
[1:18]
President Update (Simon)
Spring yard sale date was set for April 19th, pending final confirmation.
Flyers and sign‑up will be organized after movie night.
[18:07]
Christine’s name to be removed from spring yard sale communications in the minutes.
[53:10]
Movie night registration and logistics discussed; 20 tickets remain.
[47:23]
Principal Update (Kristin)
Google form for family questions will continue to be sent and monitored.
[21:34]
Screen time initiative and book study are in progress, with plans to coordinate
with other schools.
[22:07]
Service learning project with Homefront was successful; thanks extended to
families and volunteers.
[24:07]
Kristin will send a thank‑you message to families for donations to the service
project and teacher lounge restock.
[45:03]
Grant submitted for a STEM night with Liberty Science Center; awaiting outcome.
[49:45]
Treasurer Update (Ed)
Current balances: approximately $1,800 in PayPal and $18,500 in the main account.
All bills except the yearbook have been paid.
[24:36]
Need to file taxes due to 1099s received; organization has never filed before.
Ed will seek CPA assistance and investigate requirements for back taxes and
501(c)(3) status.
[25:36]
Amalfi fundraiser check to be collected from Subuh at the school.
[28:42]
Book fair cash option and reconciliation discussed.
[37:11]
Fundraising Update (Subuh)
Amalfi fundraiser raised $125; check to be dropped off at school for Ed.
[28:47]
Shake Shack dine‑to‑donate scheduled for the 11th; parents encouraged to use
the official app.
[29:27]
Trenton Thunder event date to be finalized; Subuh to resend schedule to the board
and coordinate.
[31:43]
Exploring Urban Air event; Subuh to follow up on group size and booking.
[56:17]
Crave fundraiser in progress; Subuh to continue coordination.
[35:15]
Playa Bowls fundraiser to be scheduled for the second week of March.
[34:47]
Merchandising Update (Suraya)
No explicit updates or outstanding actions reported.
Social Media Update (Christine)
Shake Shack event to be posted on social media.
[39:26]
Movie night ticket update and event graphics to be posted once details are confirmed.
[40:03]
Garden work party dates to be added to event graphics once received.
[53:51]
Events Update (Flannery / Amanda)
Reading Is A Dream (Laura): No update; Laura absent. Simon to
reach out regarding raffle baskets and Lawrence Sandwich Company gift cards.
[36:29]
Holiday Luncheon: Event was successful; extra food was ordered.
[40:50]
Yearbook: No coordinator found; Simon to consider next steps.
Kristin and Jane will assist as school coordinators.
[42:04]
Family Fun Night – Unplugged (March): Unlikely to proceed in March;
confirmation pending.
[48:29]
Teacher Lounge Restock: Successful; thanks to families for donations.
Kristin to send thank‑you via Talking Points.
[45:03]
Spring Yard Sale: April 19th, indoor tables only. Simon to organize
after movie night.
[45:32]
Garden Work Parties: Dates to be resent to Christine for promotion.
[53:29]
Movie Night: Amanda to coordinate pizza pickup from Costco.
[47:10]
All Other Business
Direct donation solicitation letter to be prepared and sent; timing to be
coordinated if Family Fun Night does not occur.
(Flannery / Christine)[50:11]
Donation links to be added to communications and monitored for effectiveness.
(Simon)[50:38]
Confirm STEM night with Liberty Science Center if grant is approved.
(Kristin)[49:45]
Clarify and coordinate yearbook responsibilities.
(Simon / Kristin / Jane)[42:04]