SCHOOL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

Braelinn Elementary School November 3, 2016

Conference Room 7:00 a.m.

Members Present:

Wenonah Bell, Principal

Jamie Munoz, Assistant Principal

Renee Fitzsimmons, Teacher Representative

Beverly Harris, Teacher Representative

Amy Cole, Business Representative

Lynn Brady, Parent Representative

Heather Kinsinger, Parent Representative

Hilary Clark, Business Representative

The meeting was called to order by Amy Cole. Beverly Harris made a motion to approve the agenda and minutes. All were in favor.

With regards to old business, Mrs. Bell shared that the shade structure purchased by PTO is currently being installed. In addition to the shade structure, PTO purchased picnic tables. Mrs. Bell shared PTO’s as well as the Media Center’s and school’s recent contributions including 40 Chromebooks and a charging cart. Now, each grade level, 1st through 5th, has a grade level collection of Chromebooks for student use. Additionally, PTO purchased 8 desktop computers for kindergarten and 1st grade. Mrs. Bell, too, shared that the Media Center will be undergoing renovation during the semester break and will receive paint, carpet, additional furniture, and new circulation desk. Even the dragon will receive a facelift to coordinate with the new color scheme. Further, some work is being completed outside on the playground including tree removal, and we are hopeful that the drainage concerns will soon be addressed as well. Lastly, Mrs. Bell reported that Election Day continues to be scheduled for our gym next week, and she reviewed the safety measures we have put into place as a precaution.

With regards to new business, Mrs. Bell reviewed the 2016-2017 School Improvement Plan.

Additional discussions were held regarding our upcoming Multiple Measures Data Presentation and technology. Additionally, Mrs. Munoz shared DEAL (Drop Everything and Lead) Time for 7 Habits instruction, and today’s DEAL lesson regarding to Star Squads.

The next council meeting will be held on tentatively on February 2, 2017 at 7:00 a.m. Mrs. Bell welcomes any ideas of interest.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:58 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Jamie Munoz Hilary Clark

Recording Secretary Secretary