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Attendance: Amy Kohlmeier, Liz O’Gara, Carol Hembree, Gail Inch, Anne Kreder, Cyndi Eylofson, Suzanne Hughes, Shauna Waller, Molly Mannschreck, Connie Simpson, Page Davey, Shannon Yochum, Holly Spiering, Kevin Chen.
Call to Order: Liz O’Gara called the meeting to order at 3:30pm,
Liz gave the floor to Gail Inch to give the Secretary’s report.
Secretary’s Report
Gail Inch (Secretary): Gail Inch presented the minutes from the February 7th Board meeting for approval.
Liz requested that the Communications Plan discussed during the February 7th meeting be included in the meeting minutes. It was also requested, after clarification, that the date used in the February 7th meeting minutes for the deadline for online auction items be March 1st.
Action: Carol Hembree moved that we approve the February 7th minutes with the addition of the Communications Plan and the use of March 1st for all references to online auction item deadlines. Anne Kreder seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Treasurer’s Report
Boise Brave Boosters
Treasurer’s Report
3/06/12
Bank of the Cascade Accounts
- The balance of the 1/31/12 checking statement was $4,269.86
- The balance of the checking statement 2/29/12 is $4,270.02, reflecting .16 earned in interest.
Recent activity includes: no activity in checking account
Foundation Accounts
- The fundraising account is $51,243.48 (no change)
- The dues account is $8,374.89 (no change)
- The bricks account is $4,067.06 (no change)
- Total cash on hand in foundation accounts without bricks account is $59,618.37 Total foundation accounts including bricks are $63,685.43.
Total Bank and Foundation accounts $67,955.45
Anne Kreder (Treasurer): Anne presented the Treasurer’s report. Anne pointed out that most of the grants are still outstanding and asked Carol to look into this. Liz mentioned that April 24th is the deadline to apply for the approved funds. Carol requested that Amy Kohlmeier send a reminder email to grantee’s to spend their approved grant funds by the April 24th deadline. Amy said she would send an email out.
Principal’s Report/Faculty Report
Amy Kohlmeier (Principal): Amy will present both the Principal’s and the Faculty Report, as Stephanie Keeney was not able to attend today’s meeting. Amy began with a thank you to the hospitality committee for the recent cupcake event for faculty. Amy went on to say that the deadline for purchasing AP testing tickets is March 9th. Jeannie McCombs will coordinate the Red Cross Blood Drive coming up also on March 9th. They are planning on a good turnout for the event.
Last month staff received training on using similarities and differences to help teach concepts as part of the preparation for the Common Core Standards that will be implemented next year.
Next month April 18th will be SAT Testing day for juniors. Every junior in the State of Idaho is required to take the SAT or the ACT to graduate as part of the new Luna Laws. It was decided at Boise High to make a priority of giving the students a good testing environment to help them succeed. In order to do that some schedule shuffling will take place. All the juniors will take the SAT on the 2nd floor of the Tech Building. Due to this, the Senior Economic summit will take place on April 18th while the juniors are taking the SAT. The rest of the senior class will take part in Earth Day community service projects in the foothills helping with trail maintenance. The sophomores will take ISAT tests on April 18th in three sessions during the day. Fitness activities and Earth Day activities will be incorporated with the ISAT testing for the sophomores.
Amy went on to discuss the recent discussions/meetings regarding a dress code modification. There has been a Dress Code Committee established that includes Gail Inch, Anne Ross, Tracy Leinen and 6 student representatives. The committee has been doing some research because during the beginning of the school year short, shorts seemed to be a problem and there was nothing specifically addressing “shorts” in the existing dress code. It was decided to look into this during the winter before spring arrived and the short, shorts appeared again on campus. Amy passed out the existing and proposed changes to the dress code resulting from the committee findings. The main change is that shorts inseam length should be 3 inches (a fist) or longer. The parent research came back with strong feelings to not make a lot of changes to the dress code. The current style is the shorter length so requiring something longer and more conservative may prove difficult for families to find when shopping. The faculty will reserve the right to pull aside students who are wearing any clothing that is not in good taste or too revealing to be appropriate for the school environment. The next step is taking the revisions to Student Congress to approve. Yoga pants were up for discussion, but it was decided to allow them as we would athletic clothing as long as the top or sweatshirt comes down far enough. Leggings should not be worn in place of pants but are allowed under skirts or shorts. Amy welcomed emails from parents to discuss or comment at any time.
Boise High Dress Code (DRAFT)
APPROPRIATE DRESS
Selecting clothing that is appropriate for the setting is a lifelong skill. Students are asked to use discretion and good taste in selecting clothing that supports a respectful and safe learning environment. The following clothing items are appropriate for school:
•Shirts and tops that reach below the belt line to cover the stomach.
•Shirts and tops that do not reveal female cleavage (No tops that are strapless, backless or have strings tying the back together; no tube tops, single shoulder tops or halter tops.)
•Clothing, jewelry or accessories that display appropriate messages (No clothing with references to drugs, sexual innuendo, gangs,violence, or hate.
•Skirts that are below mid-thigh in length
•Shorts with inseams that are at least as long as the width of a closed fist across the knuckles (approximately 3 inches)
•Athletic clothing that is either loose or worn with a top that reaches to the top of the thighs
•Leggings (transparent or non-transparent) that are worn with either shorts or skirts of appropriate length
•Male pants worn high enough so as not to reveal underwear.
•Religious head coverings or headbands (No hats are allowed in the building during school hours, except as authorized by the administration)
Boise High School’s dress code is compatible with the Student Dress Cody (Policy 3223) in the Boise District’s Policy Manual, to which all district students must adhere. Boise High administrators will make making final determinations regarding appropriate dress.
Students with inappropriate dress will be asked to change.
Student Representative Report
Kevin Chen (Student Representative): Kevin Chen (Senior Class President) reported on the four fundraising events for the Neighborhood Housing Project.
- Guitar Hero Contest. Next Monday students will be able to eat lunch in the auditorium and participate in a friendly competition of Guitar Hero where they can win gift cards. This event is also promoting students to stay on campus during lunch.
- Movie Night. Movie nights occur every 2 or 3 weeks. This week’s movie is Inception. The event is free but the suggested donation is $2.00 and Leadership students will sell concessions. This event also promotes fun activities on campus during the week.
- Mr. Brave. This event is a comical runway fashion show. 15 students are nominated at all grade levels and then they dress up similar to a beauty contest with costumes ie: superheroes. More information will be provided at the student meeting on Friday for nominees.
- Muffin Sales. Leadership students have been selling muffins at break since everyone loves muffins at Boise High School. This event is on going throughout the year.
The Talent Show is coming up, which is not a fundraiser. Acts are being finalized right now with fine-tuning and polishing. Liz added that the Talent show is scheduled for Thursday night March 22nd.
Committee Reports
Dee Koeger (Fundraising): Liz reported for Dee because Dee was unable to attend today’s meeting. Liz reminded the board that the online auction is coming up March 12 – 19th. Dee has worked hard and we thank her for all her hard work. Items are still coming in, but many are already listed. To view the items go to Shauna Waller had one item with her - a beautiful framed art piece by Stephanie Wilde of her signature bee, which the board admired.
Carol Hembree (Levy): Carol Hembree updated the board on the final push for the Levy vote coming up next week on Tuesday. There is a rally at City Hall Plaza from 12 to 12:30. They are still looking for volunteers to canvas homes after the rally and the phone bank is all set to make calls. The last day for absentee ballots is tomorrow at 5pm. Polls are open 8am to 8pm. You can vote at any polling place for this election.
Shannon Yochum (Membership): Shannon reported on the revisions she is hoping to make to the volunteer form. She has received no edits to date, so Shannon will make some edits for a draft for the board to review at the next meeting. The goal is to simplify and clarify the form. Please get feedback to Shannon.
Liz O’Gara (Communications): Liz reported that she and Anne Cirillo met with Jenna Haener at Valice to discuss the current website. Jenna has given us sample screen shots with some sample content as she starts work on the new website. The site will likely be working in the next few weeks. Jennifer Jones contacted Tablerock Printing and they have donated a new logo design and two banners free of charge. This great donation helps reduce our communication budget.
New Business
Liz O’Gara (Next Year’s Board): Liz discussed wanting a commitment from current board members to remain on the board for the 2012 – 2013 year or to help find replacements for vacated positions. Historically at the May board meeting a vote is taken for the new slate and it is nice to know by the April meeting who will be continuing. May would be the deadline for a commitment for next year, however it would be nice to know in April who will be continuing.
Carol Hembree (Fundraising Next Year): Carol Hembree looked into booking the Boise State Steuckle Center for next year’s Gala. A deposit is due to hold the date for the 2013 Gala now. Carol will look into more specifics and we will hold an online vote to approve and fund the deposit needed.
Meeting adjourned at 4:17pm.
Online Vote: On 3/15/2012 an email from Liz O’Gara called for an online vote to approve the required deposit for the Boise State Steuckle Center.
Action: Liz O’Gara moved that we approve $1,166 as a 50% non-refundable deposit to secure the Steuckle Sky Center at BSU for our biennial Gala and fundraiser to be held on Saturday, March 16, 2013.
21 yes votes were received by email – a unanimous approval. The motion passes.
Respectfully submitted by Gail Inch, Secretary
Upcoming Dates of Interest
Next Meeting: Tuesday, April 3rdh at 3:30pm, Room 402, Career Counseling Center
FYI:Late StartTues., March 6th
AP Exam Ticket SaleMon. Feb.-27th –March 9th, ASB office
College FairSat., March 10th, BSU Noon-3pm
Boise Brave Booster Spring Online AuctionMarch 12th-March 19th
Preview & Bidding go to
Boise Schools Levy ElectionTues. March 13th
BHS Talent ShowThurs., March 22nd,
Auditorium, 7-9pmSpring Break Mon-Fri, March 26th-30th
Ice Cream SocialApril 10,11,12
Academic AssemblyMay 4th
Last Day for SeniorsFri., May 25th
Graduation for Class of 2012Thurs., May 31st, 7pm
Taco Bell Arena
Last Day for Soph/JuniorsFri., June 1st
Senior All-night Graduation PartyThurs., May 31st,Wahoos,
Midnight-5am