Romig Middle School PTSA

November 18, 2008

Attendance:

Valerie Marks, Alicia de la Cruz, Wendy Feuer, Jenny Redick, Sven Gustafson, Rochene Hellen, Ms. Howard, Ms. Lawson, Janice Torres, Ms. Barter

Call to Order:

The meeting was called to order at 8:20 a.m.

Approval of Minutes:

Minutes from the meeting on October 16, 2008, were approved. As Ms. Grib has been on maternity leave, Jenny has not forwarded the minutes from the past several meetings for her to post, but she will do so after the holiday break.

Student Report:

Asia and Sawyer attended the PTSA meeting. They recently attended the monthly district Student Advisory Board meeting and report that a change in school start times is being considered. SAB members are being asked their opinion about such a change, as well as about funding issues. Asia and Sawyer also report that our recycling dumpsters are here, and Romigπs spirit week took place last week. SAB has voted on the yearbook cover (the selected cover was created by Kelly Pollard) and are still working on the formation of a dance team.

Teacher Report:

• 70 students are already signed up for the writing retreat on 1/10/09.
• Ms. Clawson reported that the preliminary decision has been made to use the McDougal-Littell literature series. This set is expensive, and book sets will not be available to all teachers. However, there are DVDs and online materials that can be printed out. Language Arts teachers will meet again on 12/10, and the department may purchase grammar materials. Wendy Feuer provided feedback from UAA that ASD students need more instruction in grammar.
• Ms. Barter reported that girlsπ volleyball is going very well and has 133 participants. Mr. Inch has been a great support. The program is now able to use the multipurpose room as well as the wrestling room. Last games are on 12/2 and 12/4.
• Ms. Barter also reported that the AR program is going well, and teachers will be deciding this year whether to continue with the program.

Treasurerπs Report:

PTSA has $9696.31 in the bank, with matching funds still expected. All bills are paid. Alicia notified the board that she is moving to Idaho and a new treasurer is needed. Rochene has a potential candidate in mind and will let the board know if the candidate accepts. At the next meeting, after obtaining a new treasurer, the board needs to pass a resolution to change the signers on the bank account. We may need to buy a copy of QuickBooks.

eScrip Update:

Romig PTSA has obtained approximately 20 new members.

Principalπs Report:

• The recent coat drive was very successful.
• With a donation by the Manning Foundation, another SMART Board was purchased and installed.
• Romig currently has 817 students and anticipates having 640 next year.
• Alaska Native dancers will visit Romig on Friday.
• Legislative priorities are due on 12/1. Principal Gustafson will emphasize technology and audio equipment.

Grant Applications:

Kerry Howard and Lisa Wilson requested funds to purchase food items for needy Romig students to eat over the holidays. The requested amount was $10/student (approximately $450).

∑ After discussion by the board regarding the needs of Romig families and the cost of these items, this grant was passed for the increased amount of $1000. In addition, Ms. Barter (on behalf of the Aurora and Chilkat teams) will request the donation of $20 gifts cards to supplement food baskets.

New Business:

At our next meeting, the Romig PTSA board needs to discuss goals and objectives for 2009.

The meeting adjourned at 9:30 a.m.

Submitted by: Jenny Redick, PTSA Secretary