JOHN F. KENNEDY SCHOOL P.T.O. MEETING

THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 2009

1. Pledge of Allegiance

2. Call to Order

7:05 PM

3. Secretary’s Report

  1. Acceptance of Minutes
  2. Accepted by Mrs. Landz
  3. Correspondence
  4. Distributed the

4. Treasurer’s Report

  1. There were 750 books donated in memory Seth Rawicz and donated to SHIP.
  2. December had more deposits than disbursements.
  3. Great book fair.

5. Updates on JFK - Mr. Walsh

  1. The CD ‘Let’s Say Thanks’ was sent out to the troops overseas. Starting to get notes back from those who received it.
  2. An article for the book drive help in memory of Seth Rawicz was submitted to the newspaper.
  3. 2nd grade grant was very appreciated.
  4. Mural project in the hallway. There are approximately 20 students participating in this event with the teachers.
  5. Mrs. Sierveld will not be returning to school and will retire in May 2010.
  6. Participating in ‘Study Island’ and approximately 1500 schools in NJ are participating. The kids like the website.

6. Standing Committees

  1. Cultural Arts (Mrs. Landz, Audra Pastore)
  2. Mad Science
  3. Franklin Institute
  4. Upcoming event: Black History Laser Show
  5. Membership/Directory (Carla Alves)
  6. Nothing to report
  7. PTO After-School Activities (Mr. V)
  8. Two schools have stopped ASA. JFK will continue as far as we feel it is possible. This may be the last session of ASA.
  9. Teachers are required to have insurance to continue the programs.
  10. Teacher’s Report (Ms.Millers)
  11. Fourth grade has a class trip tomorrow to RVCC to see ‘Freedom Train’.
  12. Second grade has received a grant and will have a customized workshop based on Cultural Awareness.
  13. The classes are using NetBooks in the library in which they can access
  14. Kingergarten will be going to the Big Apple Circus in a couple months.
  15. Garden Committee (Sherry Ferrera)
  16. Fish are doing well through the cold water. There is a 12” hole in the water that allows the gases to escape to allow for the fish to survive.
  17. Class Parents (Tammy Gerlach, Diane Bellinger)
  18. Nothing to report
  19. Market Day (Jenn Manna, Sharon Brooks)
  20. Nothing to report
  21. Newsletter (Megan Vernak)
  22. Next newsletter will be distributed in the first week of February.
  23. Publicity (Dawn Wilde)
  24. Check the board for the most recent pictures.
  25. Transportation (Diane Bellinger)
  26. Nothing to report
  27. Sunshine (Megan Vernak)
  28. Cards were sent to Mr. V who recently became engaged and Mrs. Keenan who had a baby girl, Charlotte. Ms. Panas became engaged and Ms. Apgar became engaged.
  29. Box Tops (Teresa Pocheck)
  30. Due by February 14th for submission this year.
  31. Scholarship (Carla Alves)
  32. Nothing to report
  33. Spirit Wear (Grace Verano)
  34. Doing well
  35. Birthday Club (Grace Verano)
  36. Nothing to report
  37. Hospitality (Kathy Toye, Thio Jenkins)
  38. Fruit platter was provided when the school returned in January
  39. Board of Education Rep
  40. The BOE expressed thanks and appreciation to the State Police, the local police, and the public in regards to the recent events at the high school.
  41. With a new governor this year, the budget might be delayed a bit this year.
  42. There are BOE meetings open to the public.
  43. Gift Card Program (Christine Parcochio)
  44. Christine Parcochio has taken over.
  45. Campbell Soup Labels (Maria Behling)
  46. Flyer to be sent out this month.
  47. District Committee for Curriculum and Instruction (Mrs. Landz)
  48. Budget presentation
  49. The classes are getting used to the new programs.

7. Grade Level Report

  1. Kindergarten
  2. Nothing to report
  3. First Grade
  4. Nothing to report
  5. Second Grade
  6. Mrs. Millers’ class won the book challenge.
  7. Third Grade
  8. Nothing to report
  9. Fourth Grade
  10. Class trip tomorrow.
  11. Survivor started yesterday.
  12. 4th grade concert was wonderful.

8. Unfinished Business

  1. Holiday Gift Shop
  2. Used a new vendor this year and it went very smooth.
  3. Was consolidated to 3 days this year.
  4. Breakfast with Frosty
  5. Went well, but might consider 1 session next year.
  6. Family Game Night
  7. Can’t send home flyers that promote gambling.
  8. Welcome Back Teacher Fruit Platter
  9. Fruit platter was provided this week to the teachers.
  10. Read to Succeed
  11. Children read to get a free pass to Great Adventure.
  12. Movie Night/Pajama Party
  13. Tales of Despereaux

9. New Business

  1. Spring Candy Sale
  2. Kick off in February
  3. Spaghetti Dinner
  4. Coming up in February
  5. Children’s activities will be held to keep the children from roaming the school
  6. Square 1 Art
  7. Spring Carnival
  8. May 16th
  9. Trying to recruit teachers and staff
  10. Looking for volunteers and notices will be going out shortly

10. Miscellaneous

11. Adjournment – 7:49 PM