Coeur d’ Alene High School
PTA Minutes
April 14, 2009
Mission Statement:
The Coeur d’ Alene High School PTA is a non-partisan volunteer organization of parents and staff cooperating together to serve, support, and enhance our children’s educational process and to organize informational, social, and fundraising events throughout the school year.
Welcome: Meeting began at 6:05 pm. Jan Feely, President, welcomed everyone and announced that no minutes were available to review and would be read and approved at the May PTA meeting along with the April minutes.
Financial Report - Joan Burnham reported that the ending balance as of 3/10/2009 was reported as $10,234.90 with $8,425.56 used throughout the school year. There are $1,809.34 available funds for 2009-2010 beginning school-year expenses.
It was proposed by Joan that the PTA set aside some money for Renaissance and Hospitality for 2009-10 school year. In May, the PTA will vote to set aside $1,000.00 for this. The April sales taxes are due, and Jamba Juice has not given us an invoice for their bill for 2 months. This will be taken out of the $1,809.34 available funds.
Student Council Report: Sam Barnes was present to report for the Student Council. It was Sam’s last meeting at CHS as ASB President. Sam reported that ASB officers were elected for next year; Tyler Smotherman, ASB Pres., Bret Burnside, ASB Vice Pres.; and Tyler Anderl as ASB Secretary/Treasurer. He also reported that CHS DECA/ ASB raised $180.00 from an ice cream fundraiser. The money will be used for “Andrea’s Closet” which is an organization through Kootenai Medical Center that supplies toys for sick and hospitalized children. Sam will be attending Seattle Pacific University in the fall.
Administrative Report: Randy Russell introduced Rosie Astoria from the Central District Office to represent School Board #271; and to help explain why it is so important for the Replacement Levy to pass on April 21st. Every 2 years there is a Maintenance/Operations Levy which helps to operate and maintain the schools in the District of CDA. This Levy helps kids receive a better education, helps with the daily funds needed to operate each school, and with operation improvements, and maintenance. When these levys are funded by the community, then other money can be used to help with activities, advanced learning programs, custodial, remediation, and other needed improvements, or teacher workshops. Rosie was asking for the PTA support and help to advertise, and “rally” with the students on Monday, April 20th at the CDA City Park to help to get our Levy passed. It will only be a $7.8 million Levy proposal rather than $8.8 mil, as originally proposed. Even if this Levy passes there will still have to be “cutbacks” of $5 million; but to a lesser degree, without affecting so many programs, activities, coaches, teachers, and staff. If the Levy does not pass, there will be less $13 million for next school year’s budget! The CDA Press donated $8,000.00 worth of advertising for the passing of the School Levy in Cd’A School District. Yellow flyers containing information that was false or misinterpreted were distributed in the first of April into the Press, therefore CDA Press wanted to help to get the correct information to the Public in the Cd’A community. Randy Russell encouraged the PTA to help support and “rally” for our Levy to pass this spring. The Levy Committee, led by Josh Bebee has done an outstanding job of informing the community; and helping to raise money for advertising to support the Replacement Levy. On Thursday, April 16, 2009 there will be another School Board Meeting to discuss the continuation of the IB Program at both high schools. The total cost for the IB Programs are about $77,000.00; as it costs each high school $10,000.00 to be an International Baccalaureate School.
CHS has made a commitment to the teachers and students; but this seems like an area of controversy that may have to be discussed further for the future existence in CDA Schools. The last day for absentee voting is April 20, 2009 for the Levy. Most area schools will have polling sites so it will be easy for the community to vote. Rosie welcomed the PTA’s help and requested students to get involved to help to get this Levy of $7.8 million to pass.
Counselor Report: Abby White reported seniors will have their schedules available at the end of May for next school year. At that time students will have 1-3 days to add or drop classes. There are Summer School applications available in the office for those who may need to do so. There are also some scholarships still available for students who plan on attending colleges in the fall. Please see Laurie Humphries in the counselors’ office as soon as possible. PTA, Jr. Tackle Football, and Rotary are some of the available scholarships. There will be awards for Sr. Scholarships on May 20th at 6:30 pm in the CHS Auditorium. Please see Laurie for more details or call the counselor’s office. This Award Ceremony will include an awesome slide show put together by Rick Jones, a CHS Counselor who also helps to organize the Awards Ceremony. There will also be Academic Lettering and Pinning for Renaissance.
Committee Chair Reports:
Volunteer Coordinator- Kelly Murray reported that the 12-week progress reports will be sent out on April 29th.
Hospitality- Nanette Goucher not present to report
Renaissance- Chris Anderl reported that August 18, 2009 will probably be the date for registration, and Renaissance students will register first. There are currently 480 students who qualified this semester for Renaissance. The students who make Renaissance for the last semester will be eligible for early registration. These students will receive prizes, snacks, and 1st pick of lockers and will register from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Chris asked for several volunteers during that time so that it all is run smoothly.
Staff Advisory Representative- Heidi Wolf reported that the meeting on April 7th was mostly dedicated to creating a master schedule for departments for the new school year. Five teachers are presently being trained for “AP classes”. The number of students has decreased and is anticipated to decrease in the 2009-10 school year. Open House for 2009 at CHS is a questionable topic since the start of the 2009 School Year will tentatively be September 2, 2009. Therefore, Open House may have to be Sept. 9, 2009
So that teachers, staff and students have time to prepare. Many teachers who volunteer time at activities and events at CHS are tired of being the only ones to do so. Many parents are the same parent volunteers, as well. April 20-24th will be the ISAT testing. Teachers need to be aware of any classes that they take that earn credits and turn those credits in to the District, as teachers can earn money for every 10 credits earned. The district will get that money, and in turn pay the teachers. Final Exams will be the first week of June, ending with the last final testing on Monday, June 8th.Finals Schedule: June 3rd-5th; then on Monday, June 8th, in the morning there will be a review, then testing in the afternoon.
Senior Scholarships- Jan Feely reported that scholarships are due by April 28th to the counseling office. Also, Jan said that for graduation, she will need some volunteers to help with decorations for the Graduation Ceremony. Kelly Murray volunteered.
PTA Alliance- Amy Hazard reported that the
KinderCenter received $1200.00 from LOWES as a grant and that they have money available to help the community with building projects. Anyone who would like to participate in Project Safe Routes can contact the District Office or
www.saferoutesinfo.org and become involved. The money will be directed to the District. Also,
Costco and other area Supermarkets reported that they will give Soda in cases that have been damaged or broken to the schools for activities or sporting events. The CHS Senior Projects are close to being finished and volunteers are needed for the judging of projects on May 22, 2009, at 8:00 am –11:00 am. Each judge will take 4 or 5 projects. There will be three judges in each room, one teacher two volunteers, and the projects will be through by noon. The seniors must pass the Sr. Projects in order to graduate. Royce Johnson- CHS English Teacher in sin charge of these tasks.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 pm.
There were 14 people in attendance.
The next PTA meeting will be March 10, 2009 at 6:00 pm in the CHS Library.
Respectfully submitted by Jodie Roletto,
CHS PTA Secretary 2008-09
Coeur d’ Alene High School PTA
April 14, 2009
Mission Statement:
The Coeur d’ Alene High School PTA is a non-partisan volunteer organization of parents and staff cooperating together to serve, support, and enhance our children’s educational process and to organize informational, social, and fundraising events throughout the school year.
Welcome: Meeting began at 6:05 pm. Jan Feely, President, welcomed everyone and announced that no minutes were available to review and would be read and approved at the May PTA meeting along with the April minutes.
Financial Report - Joan Burnham reported that the ending balance as of 3/10/2009 was reported as $10,234.90 with $8,425.56 used throughout the school year. There are $1,809.34 available funds for 2009-2010 beginning school-year expenses.
It was proposed by Joan that the PTA set aside some money for Renaissance and Hospitality for 2009-10 school year. In May, the PTA will vote to set aside $1,000.00 for this. The April sales taxes are due, and Jamba Juice has not given us an invoice for their bill for 2 months. This will be taken out of the $1,809.34 available funds.
Student Council Report: Sam Barnes was present to report for the Student Council. It was Sam’s last meeting at CHS as ASB President. Sam reported that ASB officers were elected for next year; Tyler Smotherman, ASB Pres., Bret Burnside, ASB Vice Pres.; and Tyler Anderl as ASB Secretary/Treasurer. He also reported that CHS DECA/ ASB raised $180.00 from an ice cream fundraiser. The money will be used for “Andrea’s Closet” which is an organization through Kootenai Medical Center that supplies toys for sick and hospitalized children. Sam will be attending Seattle Pacific University in the fall.
Administrative Report: Randy Russell introduced Rosie Astoria from the Central District Office to represent School Board #271; and to help explain why it is so important for the Replacement Levy to pass on April 21st. Every 2 years there is a Maintenance/Operations Levy which helps to operate and maintain the schools in the District of CDA. This Levy helps kids receive a better education, helps with the daily funds needed to operate each school, and with operation improvements, and maintenance. When these levys are funded by the community, then other money can be used to help with activities, advanced learning programs, custodial, remediation, and other needed improvements, or teacher workshops. Rosie was asking for the PTA support and help to advertise, and “rally” with the students on Monday, April 20th at the CDA City Park to help to get our Levy passed. It will only be a $7.8 million Levy proposal rather than $8.8 mil, as originally proposed. Even if this Levy passes there will still have to be “cutbacks” of $5 million; but to a lesser degree, without affecting so many programs, activities, coaches, teachers, and staff. If the Levy does not pass, there will be less $13 million for next school year’s budget! The CDA Press donated $8,000.00 worth of advertising for the passing of the School Levy in Cd’A School District. Yellow flyers containing information that was false or misinterpreted were distributed in the first of April into the Press, therefore CDA Press wanted to help to get the correct information to the Public in the Cd’A community. Randy Russell encouraged the PTA to help support and “rally” for our Levy to pass this spring. The Levy Committee, led by Josh Bebee has done an outstanding job of informing the community; and helping to raise money for advertising to support the Replacement Levy. On Thursday, April 16, 2009 there will be another School Board Meeting to discuss the continuation of the IB Program at both high schools. The total cost for the IB Programs are about $77,000.00; as it costs each high school $10,000.00 to be an International Baccalaureate School.CHS has made a commitment to the teachers and students; but this seems like an area of controversy that may have to be discussed further for the future existence in CDA Schools. The last day for absentee voting is April 20, 2009 for the Levy. Most area schools will have polling sites so it will be easy for the community to vote. Rosie welcomed the PTA’s help and requested students to get involved to help to get this Levy of $7.8 million to pass.
Counselor Report: Abby White reported seniors will have their schedules available at the end of May for next school year. At that time students will have 1-3 days to add or drop classes. There are Summer School applications available in the office for those who may need to do so. There are also some scholarships still available for students who plan on attending colleges in the fall. Please see Laurie Humphries in the counselors’ office as soon as possible. PTA, Jr. Tackle Football, and Rotary are some of the available scholarships. There will be awards for Sr. Scholarships on May 20th at 6:30 pm in the CHS Auditorium. Please see Laurie for more details or call the counselor’s office. This Award Ceremony will include an awesome slide show put together by Rick Jones, a CHS Counselor who also helps to organize the Awards Ceremony. There will also be Academic Lettering and Pinning for Renaissance.
Committee Chair Reports:
Volunteer Coordinator- Kelly Murray reported that the 12-week progress reports will be sent out on April 29th.
Hospitality- Nanette Goucher not present to report
Renaissance- Chris Anderl reported that August 18, 2009 will probably be the date for registration, and Renaissance students will register first. There are currently 480 students who qualified this semester for Renaissance. The students who make Renaissance for the last semester will be eligible for early registration. These students will receive prizes, snacks, and 1st pick of lockers and will register from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Chris asked for several volunteers during that time so that it all is run smoothly.
Staff Advisory Representative- Heidi Wolf reported that the meeting on April 7th was mostly dedicated to creating a master schedule for departments for the new school year. Five teachers are presently being trained for “AP classes”. The number of students has decreased and is anticipated to decrease in the 2009-10 school year. Open House for 2009 at CHS is a questionable topic since the start of the 2009 School Year will tentatively be September 2, 2009. Therefore, Open House may have to be Sept. 9, 2009
So that teachers, staff and students have time to prepare. Many teachers who volunteer time at activities and events at CHS are tired of being the only ones to do so. Many parents are the same parent volunteers, as well. April 20-24th will be the ISAT testing. Teachers need to be aware of any classes that they take that earn credits and turn those credits in to the District, as teachers can earn money for every 10 credits earned. The district will get that money, and in turn pay the teachers. Final Exams will be the first week of June, ending with the last final testing on Monday, June 8th.Finals Schedule: June 3rd-5th; then on Monday, June 8th, in the morning there will be a review, then testing in the afternoon.
Senior Scholarships- Jan Feely reported that scholarships are due by April 28th to the counseling office. Also, Jan said that for graduation, she will need some volunteers to help with decorations for the Graduation Ceremony. Kelly Murray volunteered.
PTA Alliance- Amy Hazard reported that the
KinderCenter received $1200.00 from LOWES as a grant and that they have money available to help the community with building projects. Anyone who would like to participate in Project Safe Routes can contact the District Office or
www.saferoutesinfo.org and become involved. The money will be directed to the District. Also,
Costco and other area Supermarkets reported that they will give Soda in cases that have been damaged or broken to the schools for activities or sporting events. The CHS Senior Projects are close to being finished and volunteers are needed for the judging of projects on May 22, 2009, at 8:00 am –11:00 am. Each judge will take 4 or 5 projects. There will be three judges in each room, one teacher two volunteers, and the projects will be through by noon. The seniors must pass the Sr. Projects in order to graduate. Royce Johnson- CHS English Teacher in sin charge of these tasks.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 pm.
There were 14 people in attendance.
The next PTA meeting will be March 10, 2009 at 6:00 pm in the CHS Library.
Respectfully submitted by Jodie Roletto,
CHS PTA Secretary 2008-09
COEUR D’ALENE HIGH SCHOOL PTA
SEPTEMBER 15, 2009
WELCOME
The meeting was called to order by PTA President Jan Feely at 6:05 pm. The minutes of the May 2008 were reviewed by those present and a motion was made by Joan Burnham to approve. Seconded by Chris Anderl.
TREASURER’S REPORT
PTA Treasurer Joan Burnham reported that funds available as of June 30, 2009 were $1,908.13. Available funds as of September 8, 2009 are $1,867. 68.
STUDENT COUNCIL REPORT
Student Council ASB President Tyler Smotherman reported that SC has been focusing on the constitution and “Roberts Rules of Order” in running their meetings. He reported that classes have been working on organizing Homecoming week. The theme will be “circus” as they are playing the Lewiston Bengals. Homecoming was changed from September to October to give students more time to organize. Tyler reported that the Sophomore class has a highly successful dance and that Senior Start was equally successful both held last Friday. He reported that the focus this year is trying to get more students involved in the process of planning events and giving input. It is a work in progress. Student Council amended the constitution to allow 1 more student per class in the class so desires. There is a specific process that will be followed. He reported that meetings are open to all students to attend and that announcements will follow.
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Vice-principal Mike Nelson reported that the school year is off to a great start and that 368 Renaissance students were registered first. Mr. Nelson thanked the volunteers who donated over 400 hours to make registration very successful. CHS now has 1438 students. He also reported that a new district policy states that all AP or IB students must now take the corresponding exam. Students will need to pay for the exams, $85 for AP and $285 for IB.
COUNSELOR’S REPORT
Counselor Abby White reported that on Sept. 30th the counselors will be meeting with all seniors to give information on scholarships and to make sure they are on track for graduation. PSAT’s will be given at school for all juniors on October 14th.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BELL SCHEDULE
Mike Nelson reported that because of the increased requirements for this year’s sophomores, CHS formed a 20 member committee (who has been meeting for 9 months) to review different options to offer a different bell schedule. The plan has been presented to the staff. AB Block at this time is not an option. Teachers want to see students every day, so a modified block schedule that includes a 7th period is being looked at. It will also include a late start on Wednesday’s. A survey will be sent out asking for input. The committee hopes to present to school board on October 15th, and implement in the 2010 school year.
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Jan Feely thanked chair Kelly Murray for a fabulous job organizing volunteers for registration. Kelly asked if all present would update their information a parent volunteer form.
HOSPITALITY
Jan Feely thanked Alexis Koon for all her work in organizing the Freshman Back to School BBQ. Alexis asked for volunteers and food for the Staff luncheon to be held September 23rd in the staff lounge.
RENAISSANCE
Chair Chris Anderl reported that the Renaissance program is funded thru PTA. Funds are raised through Jamba Juice sales. Chris reported that she hopes to sell sweatpants and vinyl clings as well.
CRAFT FAIRE
Jan Feely reported that the 19th annual Craft Faire and Gift show will be held on Saturday October 24th from 9am-5pm. The committee chairs include Denise White-vendors, Raffle-Joan Burnham, Breakfast items- Alexis Koon, Bake Sale-Debbie Phillips, Set-up-Dawn McIntire, Admissions- Kelly Murray, Publicity-Jeanna Rade. Café Chulo will provide lunch with $ 1 from each plate sold going to PTA. Denise reported that 55 booths have been sold so far. Jan asked for a anyone interested in shadowing the vendor chair to please contact her.
NEW BUSINESS
Jan Feely reported that she has signed up PTA to participate in the Idaho Scratch for Schools lottery. Confirmation will be given in early October.
Meeting adjourned at 7:25.
Respectfully submitted by Jan Feely for Secretary Jodie Roletto
Coeur d’ Alene High School PTA
Minutes
May 12, 2009
Mission Statement: The Coeur d’ Alene High School PTA is a non-partisan volunteer organization of parents and staff cooperating together to serve, support, and enhance our children’s educational process and to organize informational, social, and fundraising events throughout the school year.
Welcome: Jan Feely welcomed those present. The meeting began at 6:05 pm. Approval of minutes from March and April was motioned by Chris Anderl and seconded by Angie Reno. All approved.
Financial Report: Joan Burnham handed out the 2-sided financial form of monthly expenses and yearly updates. Total expenses from July 2008-June 2009, was $6,955.77; as the total income from that time was $12,786.51. On July 1, 2008 the beginning balance was $3,512.06. This leaves an ending balance as of 3/10/09 at $9,342.80. The remaining budget is at -$7,467.06; therefore, the Available Funds for CHS PTA is at $ 1,875.74. For “start-up funds” in the Fall”09 school-year for PTA; Craft Faire needs $500.00; Hospitality needs $500.00; and Freshman Welcome BBQ needs $250.00. Jodie Roletto motioned to approve these expenses and seconded by Kelly Murray. All present were in favor. This leaves a total of $ 625.74 available for fall. The Renaissance Expense will be approximately $900.00 to start, and these funds are available, but extra funding will need to also be taken care of along with Jamba Juice sales, and the Craft Faire.
Student Council Report: Tyler Smotherman reported for Student council. Students rallied at the CDA city park and at CHS for the Levy to pass, as it did. Later there was a Protest due to misinformation form the Levy. Chloe White was chosen the State President for Student Council-State; and the Regional Convention was held ad CDA Resort. There is a new Absent Policy and Board Appointed Students to represent their classes: 1 member per year appointed. These issues were voted on by the Student Council and the Advisor, Mrs. Beiber in the spring. Homecoming has not been decided on, as the CDA School District still needs to make the 2009-10 School Calendar. Possible themes for Homecoming have not been decided, but after Student Council meets in the summer, decisions will be made so that students will know for Registration and the Freshman BBQ. Cruisin’ for Kids Auction fundraiser will also be on the agenda for Student Council to help, as well as, Sophomore Dance, Homecoming, and Homecoming Dance.
Committee Chairs report:
Volunteer Coordinator- Kelly Murray reported that on June 24, 2009 the report cards will be mailed. Textbook retrieval is happening in the CHS library, as books are scanned, they are piled for storage. Starting on May 29th, students will be called into library from their classes. Some teachers may need books for finals and need to let the library and volunteers know ahead of time.
Teacher Appreciation- Nanette Goucher has served as coordinator for teacher/staff appreciation for 8 year! Wow! Thanks Nanette!!! Hillary Finney will take over for Nanette.
PTA Alliance Amy Hazard reported that there are several ideas and available funds/grants for fundraising for the next school year. Starbucks, Verizon, Kohls Kooteani Electric, and Avista offer grants or funding. Please ask Amy for details.
Sr. Scholarships Jan Feely reported that seven $500.00 PTA Scholarships were awarded and presented by Joan Burnham.
PTA Membership PTA voted to keep CHS as a PTA Organization. All members present were in favor.
Graduation volunteers needed to help decorate for graduation, and these included: Jan Feely, Kelly Murray, Alexis Koon, Barb Owens, Denise White, and Chris Anderl. Graduation will take place on June 5, 2009.
Craft Faire will be scheduled for October 24, 2009 from 9 am – 4 pm.
Freshman BBQ for New school Year will be on September 1, 2009 at 6 pm. There will be flyers out at CHS Registration. PTA members should try to be present if possible to help.
Counselor Report: Rick Jones reported that on May 26th students will receive their schedules and at that time will be able to request in writing to make any necessary changes for classes or teacher changes; although Renaissance Students can make additional changes in August, those who have received a 4.0 GPA only. May 19, 2009 Tom Addis Dodge will give away a car to a top 10% Student at either of the area High Schools (for Seniors only). On May 20th, there will be the Sr. Award Ceremony for College Scholarships. This will be a semi-formal event. May 28, 2009 at 9:30 am, the 8th Grade students will tour CHS with the counselors as they will also be given schedules. Any senior student who is taking all correspondence courses, especially through BYU, need to take the final exam and pass this before graduating with the rest of the class at CHS. Computer finals can be taken through NOVANET. There is an opportunity to re-test as long as time permits. CHS schedules for next year will have special criteria: must be enrolled in 4 “core” classes; Math, Science, History, English; a TA or content intern for any class must be a Jr. or Sr., and teachers must fill out the forms for these in order for students to fill these classes.
Administrative Report: Randy Russell reported that Staff Appreciation Week was again wonderful! Thanks to all PTA and especially Nanette Goucher. Chris Anderl helped with the replacement of the badge machine…thanks Chris! On May 29-31 (Fri.-Sun.) Applebees is sponsoring “Dine with Vikings” weekend and will give CHS 10% of all coupon proceeds (must have coupon). These coupons were available through email and CHS newsletter. There will be another Bell Schedule Meeting tomorrow to help to come up with the best plan for the fall 2010 Bell Schedule. The CHS Committee (Abby White, CHS counselor, Randy Russell, Joan Burnham), along with some School Board Members, has met once a month since January, and has visited several schools including LCHS, Central Valley, West Valley, Ferris, and others. For final decisions, CHS Staff, students, PTA members and CDA School Board members will research and conclude perspective “likes” and “dislikes”. CHS needs to help close the gap of the number of students who cannot read at their level as 8% are not reading to their reading levels, that is 150/1500 students. Abby White is working to have more student needs met for education and opportunities at CHS. She is trying to set up “on-line” courses, dual-enrollment through NIC, and possible modified block schedules, along with getting rid of “zero-hour” classes as there is not much interest with the overall student-body. The State Policy for correspondence courses in order to graduate must meet the same requirements as CHS Graduation requirements. Students may not receive a diploma without meeting these requirements!
***The next PTA meeting will be September 15, 2009 (the 3rd Tues. of month)
