Thursday, October 25, 2007
Halloween: A Great Start to Holiday Shopping
Why wait until Thanksgiving to start your holiday shopping? The PTA Online Holiday Auction opens October 31. Check out the auction catalog at www.pta.cmarket.com for books, games, electronics, gift cards, art materials, and more. Sign up for auction updates, tell friends and family about the auction, and bid from October 31 to December 3 on the items you want.The PTA Online Holiday Auction helps you find unique gifts, offers you the convenience of shopping from home, and best of all, supports the work of PTA.
Three for Me: Finding Time for Involvement
For many of us, the hustle and bustle of work, household responsibilities, chauffeuring children to activities, obligations to various organizations, etc., leaves us wondering at the end of each week, "Where has the time gone?" If we're not careful, we risk ending the year asking that same question and thinking of all our intentions to get more involved in our children's schools.
Three for Me is a simple PTA program that can help you find the time for involvement. It calls on you to dedicate three hours of your time to the school over the course of the school year, and asks that you put that commitment into writing by signing a Three for Me promise card. For many parents, having that written commitment—and then getting some good tips on ways to be involved—is enough to help them find the time to participate more fully in the life of the school. Your three hours can be broken up into 10-minute increments or completed in large chunks, fulfilled in the school, at home, or in the community.
Here are just a few ideas on how to fulfill your promise:
Read a book to your child's class.
Make classroom decorations for the upcoming holidays.
Help out with class celebrations and school performances.
Tutor a child once a week in a particular subject area.
Help a teacher grade papers.
Ask your employer to make copies of the class or school newsletter.
If your school doesn't have the Three for Me program, visit www.three4me.com to learn how to get started.
Three for Me is a simple PTA program that can help you find the time for involvement. It calls on you to dedicate three hours of your time to the school over the course of the school year, and asks that you put that commitment into writing by signing a Three for Me promise card. For many parents, having that written commitment—and then getting some good tips on ways to be involved—is enough to help them find the time to participate more fully in the life of the school. Your three hours can be broken up into 10-minute increments or completed in large chunks, fulfilled in the school, at home, or in the community.
Here are just a few ideas on how to fulfill your promise:
Read a book to your child's class.
Make classroom decorations for the upcoming holidays.
Help out with class celebrations and school performances.
Tutor a child once a week in a particular subject area.
Help a teacher grade papers.
Ask your employer to make copies of the class or school newsletter.
If your school doesn't have the Three for Me program, visit www.three4me.com to learn how to get started.
Get Dads Involved!
According to a study done by the U.S. Department of Education, children are more likely to do well academically and participate in extracurricular activities if their fathers are actively involved. Furthermore, children are less likely to drop out of school or repeat a grade when fathers are around to provide a positive influence in their lives.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
October PTA Meeting Minutes
Minutes from PTA meeting held 10/03/2007 @ Chestnut Elementary School
Attendees: Anissa Preston, Cheryl Altizer, Michele Carpenter, Laura Gonzalez, Kim Freeman, Amy Kobus, Robin Stava, Michelle Kovauk, Karen Wivell
Meeting was called to order at 7:03pm by Anissa Preston
Greeting – Poem read by Anissa Preston
Pledge of allegiance to the flag
Minutes from last meeting were approved as read
Treasures Report read by Cheryl Altizer
Changes were made geared toward whole school, not just certain grades.
Budget was reviewed voted and passed.
Banner was purchased
Assignment books were bought for all students
Glow in the dark necklace’s for Halloween parade to be purchased
President’s & Principal’s Reports were read together
Volunteer for Halloween day to help with costumes at 9am.
Channel 96 to film parade
If the child doesn’t have a costume, PTA will provide one. Otherwise the student will not be able to participate
Mrs. Leahy would like the PTA to do something for the High school band for playing at the Halloween parade.
Shirt and sweatshirts were approved. PTA cost is $12.50 for polo shirts, $13.00 for sweatshirts. We will be selling them for $15. / $18. Or a combination of both shirts for $30. We must have 300 before an order can be put in. Colors offered are red, white, and black.
Recess volunteers are needed for recess
School is looking for volunteers for Grandparent/parent week visits. Oct 15 to 18
Teachers are in need of help on school days for misc. stuff
YMCA is offering free swim the 1st Saturday of the month to PTA members between the times of 6:30p to 9pm
PTA received a Certificate of Recognition from the Ohio council for safety for getting the school crossing fixed.
School is starting a character word month. Each month will be a new world. Every time a student exhibits the word they will be given a coupon that will go in a drawing for a prize.
There have been some lunch issues. A letter will be going home to parents on how they can set up a pre-pay lunch account.
Coming in November we will have a parent come to talk about supporting the Autism Society. November 20th if the students pay a $1 to support Autism they will be able to wear jeans to school.
STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Membership – Lori Gonzalez
Kim Freeman and Lori Gonzalez are setting up a table at Literacy night 10-4 for a membership drive. They will also be giving away free books, donated by Half Price Books, to anyone joining PTA. They will also be passing out flyers for the school shirts and taking orders.
Students will get a Free Arbys lunch with the most PTA membership sign ups.
Count for member is at 38 members. 18 of those members are teachers.
Need membership ideas for November.
Market Day – Connie Orosz
No report due to Connie not at meeting
Fundraisers – Michele Carpenter
Popcorn Palace – Prices $5 - $35 50% profit, but we have to pay for shipping. Voted to sell. Dates for sale – October 15th – 26th
Family night at Chuck E Cheese October 18th
Max & Erma November 12th
Holiday shop December 7th
Original Works – more info to come
Fundraising meeting October 11th 7pm at Panera Bread
Book Fair – Kim Miller
No report due to Kim not at meeting.
Reflections – Mrs. Sextella
No report due to Mrs. Sextella not at meeting.
Yearbook – Kim Freeman
Planning on putting together Yearbook Club for 4th, 5th, 6th graders.
Yearbook will be extended to 40 pages full color.
The cost will be $15 per book.
Giant Eagle – Natalie Pugh
No report due to Natalie not at meeting.
Old Business – None
New Business - None
Attendees: Anissa Preston, Cheryl Altizer, Michele Carpenter, Laura Gonzalez, Kim Freeman, Amy Kobus, Robin Stava, Michelle Kovauk, Karen Wivell
Meeting was called to order at 7:03pm by Anissa Preston
Greeting – Poem read by Anissa Preston
Pledge of allegiance to the flag
Minutes from last meeting were approved as read
Treasures Report read by Cheryl Altizer
Changes were made geared toward whole school, not just certain grades.
Budget was reviewed voted and passed.
Banner was purchased
Assignment books were bought for all students
Glow in the dark necklace’s for Halloween parade to be purchased
President’s & Principal’s Reports were read together
Volunteer for Halloween day to help with costumes at 9am.
Channel 96 to film parade
If the child doesn’t have a costume, PTA will provide one. Otherwise the student will not be able to participate
Mrs. Leahy would like the PTA to do something for the High school band for playing at the Halloween parade.
Shirt and sweatshirts were approved. PTA cost is $12.50 for polo shirts, $13.00 for sweatshirts. We will be selling them for $15. / $18. Or a combination of both shirts for $30. We must have 300 before an order can be put in. Colors offered are red, white, and black.
Recess volunteers are needed for recess
School is looking for volunteers for Grandparent/parent week visits. Oct 15 to 18
Teachers are in need of help on school days for misc. stuff
YMCA is offering free swim the 1st Saturday of the month to PTA members between the times of 6:30p to 9pm
PTA received a Certificate of Recognition from the Ohio council for safety for getting the school crossing fixed.
School is starting a character word month. Each month will be a new world. Every time a student exhibits the word they will be given a coupon that will go in a drawing for a prize.
There have been some lunch issues. A letter will be going home to parents on how they can set up a pre-pay lunch account.
Coming in November we will have a parent come to talk about supporting the Autism Society. November 20th if the students pay a $1 to support Autism they will be able to wear jeans to school.
STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Membership – Lori Gonzalez
Kim Freeman and Lori Gonzalez are setting up a table at Literacy night 10-4 for a membership drive. They will also be giving away free books, donated by Half Price Books, to anyone joining PTA. They will also be passing out flyers for the school shirts and taking orders.
Students will get a Free Arbys lunch with the most PTA membership sign ups.
Count for member is at 38 members. 18 of those members are teachers.
Need membership ideas for November.
Market Day – Connie Orosz
No report due to Connie not at meeting
Fundraisers – Michele Carpenter
Popcorn Palace – Prices $5 - $35 50% profit, but we have to pay for shipping. Voted to sell. Dates for sale – October 15th – 26th
Family night at Chuck E Cheese October 18th
Max & Erma November 12th
Holiday shop December 7th
Original Works – more info to come
Fundraising meeting October 11th 7pm at Panera Bread
Book Fair – Kim Miller
No report due to Kim not at meeting.
Reflections – Mrs. Sextella
No report due to Mrs. Sextella not at meeting.
Yearbook – Kim Freeman
Planning on putting together Yearbook Club for 4th, 5th, 6th graders.
Yearbook will be extended to 40 pages full color.
The cost will be $15 per book.
Giant Eagle – Natalie Pugh
No report due to Natalie not at meeting.
Old Business – None
New Business - None
Thursday, October 4, 2007
National Bullying Prevention Awareness Week is Just Around the Corner
National Bullying Prevention Awareness Week is October 21-27. Join in the nationwide effort to increase awareness and reduce the prevalence of bullying. The week is sponsored by PACER Center’s National Center for Bullying Prevention, and cosponsored by PTA.
Monday, October 1, 2007
September PTA Meeting Minutes
Minutes from PTA meeting held 9/5/2007 @ Chestnut Elementary School.
Attendees: Am meeting: Mrs. Dey, Mrs. Sharon Miller, Ms. Poulter, Mrs. Minder and Anissa Preston.
Pm meeting: Anissa Preston, Amy Kobus, Cheryl Altizer, Michele Carpenter, Connie Orosz, Mrs. Leahy, Beth Hutton, Melanie Stewart, Brandi Smith, Kiyana Aston, Angela Lett, Jamie Patternac, Penny Robinson, Brian Poole, Heather Miller, Kim Miller, Michele Kovacik, Lori Gonzalez, and Kathy Nardi.
-Introduction of the officers: Anissa Preston—President, Amy Kobus—Vice President, Kim Freeman—Secretary and Cheryl Altizer—Treasurer. Introduction of Committee Chair persons present: Membership: Laura Gonzalez, Ways and Means: Connie Orosz,
Book Fair: Kim Miller, Reflections: Mrs. Sextella, Yearbook: Kim Freeman, Holiday Shop: Michele Carpenter, Giant Eagle: Natalie Pugh
Meeting was called to order at 7:08pm by Anissa Preston.
Unable to say pledge of allegiance due to no flag
No minutes available from last meeting due to only nominations of current officers was done
Treasurer report:
Changing banks- new account open today
Current balance- $
Review of budget- finalization to be voted on at next meeting
Development of a finance committee—meeting to be held on 9/12/07 7pm at Panera in Mentor
PTA to offer polo shirts for sale with Painesville logo in all colors per dress code for $14.25 per shirt
Banner to be purchased for parades--$95.00
-President Report:
Explanation of what PTA is, mission statement discussed, participating in the Lake County Chapter of PTA
School Safety—regarding the students walking to school—PTA working with principal, school board, and Painesville City on plan for improved safety of walkers. Letter to be sent home regarding changes to be made in the next couple of weeks. Volunteers needed in the AM and the PM to assist the students
Painesville police and AAA in to school this afternoon teaching children about street safety.
-Principal Report:
Beginning of the school year is very hectic and with the new school lots of kinks to be worked out
New schedule district wide being used—being revamped currently—questions addressed regarding when copies would be available from the teachers so parents will know what the children have scheduled for that day
Picture day 9/11/07
Emergency card and handbook contract due 9/7/07
Painesville parade on 9/21/07
Parent grandparent visitation week of 10/15/07
Dress code doing well—will be stricter starting this week, students to be sent to the office if not in code. There are articles of clothing available for those students who are not in code. The PTA will develop a clothing bank when articles of clothing are donated.
Discussion of clothing vouchers program. Questions answered and referral made to speak with Chris Hanahan at the Board Office regarding this
-Membership—Lori Gonzalez: work in progress—prize to classroom with most PTA
members ?sub sandwich lunch?
-Ways and Means—Connie Orosz: Marketday: last year money went to the play
ground this year it will go to the library. If in October we get 10 new orders, we will get $400.00 from Scholastic Books
We are collecting Box Tops, Campbell’s soup labels, Tyson Chicken tops and labels from Nestle Water.
-Reflections—Mrs. Sextella: Mrs. Preston explained the concept. Art week 10/8-10/12
-Yearbook—Kim Freeman: working on getting 4,5, and 6 graders to help with the
yearbook ?after school?
-Safety—Ms. Stokes and Mrs. Venman doing Safety Patrol
-Holiday Shop—Michele Carpenter: first Friday in December discussed options for what
to do this year will continue to work on this
-Giant Eagle—Natalie Pugh: need to register every year for Apples for Education
-Old business—none
- New business--
Bylaws are available on our website ChestnutPTA@ohrr.com and on our Blog site
http://chestnutpta.blogspot.com/
Budget to be voted on at next meeting October 3, 2007 at 7pm.
Attendees: Am meeting: Mrs. Dey, Mrs. Sharon Miller, Ms. Poulter, Mrs. Minder and Anissa Preston.
Pm meeting: Anissa Preston, Amy Kobus, Cheryl Altizer, Michele Carpenter, Connie Orosz, Mrs. Leahy, Beth Hutton, Melanie Stewart, Brandi Smith, Kiyana Aston, Angela Lett, Jamie Patternac, Penny Robinson, Brian Poole, Heather Miller, Kim Miller, Michele Kovacik, Lori Gonzalez, and Kathy Nardi.
-Introduction of the officers: Anissa Preston—President, Amy Kobus—Vice President, Kim Freeman—Secretary and Cheryl Altizer—Treasurer. Introduction of Committee Chair persons present: Membership: Laura Gonzalez, Ways and Means: Connie Orosz,
Book Fair: Kim Miller, Reflections: Mrs. Sextella, Yearbook: Kim Freeman, Holiday Shop: Michele Carpenter, Giant Eagle: Natalie Pugh
Meeting was called to order at 7:08pm by Anissa Preston.
Unable to say pledge of allegiance due to no flag
No minutes available from last meeting due to only nominations of current officers was done
Treasurer report:
Changing banks- new account open today
Current balance- $
Review of budget- finalization to be voted on at next meeting
Development of a finance committee—meeting to be held on 9/12/07 7pm at Panera in Mentor
PTA to offer polo shirts for sale with Painesville logo in all colors per dress code for $14.25 per shirt
Banner to be purchased for parades--$95.00
-President Report:
Explanation of what PTA is, mission statement discussed, participating in the Lake County Chapter of PTA
School Safety—regarding the students walking to school—PTA working with principal, school board, and Painesville City on plan for improved safety of walkers. Letter to be sent home regarding changes to be made in the next couple of weeks. Volunteers needed in the AM and the PM to assist the students
Painesville police and AAA in to school this afternoon teaching children about street safety.
-Principal Report:
Beginning of the school year is very hectic and with the new school lots of kinks to be worked out
New schedule district wide being used—being revamped currently—questions addressed regarding when copies would be available from the teachers so parents will know what the children have scheduled for that day
Picture day 9/11/07
Emergency card and handbook contract due 9/7/07
Painesville parade on 9/21/07
Parent grandparent visitation week of 10/15/07
Dress code doing well—will be stricter starting this week, students to be sent to the office if not in code. There are articles of clothing available for those students who are not in code. The PTA will develop a clothing bank when articles of clothing are donated.
Discussion of clothing vouchers program. Questions answered and referral made to speak with Chris Hanahan at the Board Office regarding this
-Membership—Lori Gonzalez: work in progress—prize to classroom with most PTA
members ?sub sandwich lunch?
-Ways and Means—Connie Orosz: Marketday: last year money went to the play
ground this year it will go to the library. If in October we get 10 new orders, we will get $400.00 from Scholastic Books
We are collecting Box Tops, Campbell’s soup labels, Tyson Chicken tops and labels from Nestle Water.
-Reflections—Mrs. Sextella: Mrs. Preston explained the concept. Art week 10/8-10/12
-Yearbook—Kim Freeman: working on getting 4,5, and 6 graders to help with the
yearbook ?after school?
-Safety—Ms. Stokes and Mrs. Venman doing Safety Patrol
-Holiday Shop—Michele Carpenter: first Friday in December discussed options for what
to do this year will continue to work on this
-Giant Eagle—Natalie Pugh: need to register every year for Apples for Education
-Old business—none
- New business--
Bylaws are available on our website ChestnutPTA@ohrr.com and on our Blog site
http://chestnutpta.blogspot.com/
Budget to be voted on at next meeting October 3, 2007 at 7pm.
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