NORTHWESTERN ELEMENTARY

PARTNERS IN EDUCATION (PIE)

MINUTES OF MEETING – February 11, 2009

Judy Henry called the meeting to order at 9:31 a.m.  In attendance were:  Judy Henry, Justine Bachman, Stacey Esterly, Kathi Lansinger, Amanda Wilson, Susan Hanlon, Mary Norman, Jess Boushell, Jen Lowthert, Wendy Wolbert, Trisha Brinley, Becky Hancock, Stacy Hein.

TREASURER’S REPORT – Mary Norman reviewed the treasurer’s report.  Becky Hancock made a motion to accept, Jen Lowthert seconded.  All were in favor.

MRS. BERLET– Trisha Brinley and Mrs. Berlet unveiled a new spring fundraiser, which will include magnets and key chains available for purchase with student art on them.  The items will be ready for mother’s day gifts.  More information will follow.  There will be a student assembly on 2/12 for students featuring a comedian.  The assembly committee is busy working on ideas for another assembly, possibly with a resident artist.  An awards ceremony will be held on 2/19.  The school is looking for someone to build a bench for the area outside the new gym – anyone who knows someone handy should seek more information if interested.  Mrs. Berlet thanked PIE for the $500 donation for the dedication ceremony to occur on 3/31.  24 frames were purchased to showcase student artwork in the lobby area.

MRS HANLON – Mrs. Hanlon discussed this year’s author visit, to occur March 5^th.  She thanked PIE for the $1000 donation toward this year’s event.  Tedd Arnold will be the author.  She noted that this has been the most successful year to date for book sales.  She also thanked us for our ongoing support, as author visits may have been discontinued had PIE not offered to help fund them.  She will forward volunteer needs to Justine.

UPCOMING EVENTS –

BOXTOPS – Maggi Daly reported that next submission will be 2/28.  Counting is still in progress.

MOVIE NIGHT – Maggi Daly noted that the 2^nd movie night will be on Friday, 2/13.  Ticket sales are at about 100 so far.  Volunteers are still needed for movie night for the popcorn maker and ticket takers.  The next two movie nights are planned for 3/27 and 5/1.  Maggi suggested tying the 5/1 movie night in with the spring clothing drive, which is planned for 5/2. 

SKATING NIGHT – Becky Hancock will look into a date for a Spring skating night.

YEARBOOK – Judy Henry reported that photos are needed for the 100^th Day celebrations, Valentine’s Day, assemblies and any other special events.  Photos can be sent to Nancy Zellner or digitally to the PIE mailbox.  The last week for yearbook work will be 3/9 and then the finished product will be submitted. 

FUN DAY AND ELEMENTARY CHALLENGE – Justine Bachman noted that tentative dates for Fun Day (K, 1 & 2) will be 5/19 or rain date 5/20.  Tentative dates for Elementary Challenge will be 5/27 or rain date 5/28.  Dates still need to be approved by the school board.

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION – Dates for registration will be 4/1 – 4/3 this year.  Judy will be needing volunteers for helping with stations and escorting students to and from stations.

PSSA SNACKS – Justine asked if help will be needed this year for PSSA snacks as in the past.  Mrs. Berlet will check into this and let Justine know.

JANUARY EVENTS

MARKET DAY – Mary Norman reported that sales are back up this month!  The Market Day sales earned a $250 gift card to Barnes and Noble for our library.  Approximately $2800 was sold in February.  The Market Day Committee is considering a September order as well for next school year.  Mary thanked everyone for their help with this important fundraiser.

ROUNDTABLE

A discussion was held regarding having a breakfast for the 5^th grade teachers that will be joining the staff next year.  Suggestions were made to have a meeting with the PTO, Principals and 5^th grade teachers, inviting them to Literary Arts Night, and preparing welcome bags for them. 

Maggi Daly made a motion to adjourn the meeting, Becky Hancock seconded.  All were in favor.  The meeting adjourned at 10:35 a.m.