May 14th, 2012 Meeting Minutes

There were 8 parents present, along with Mrs. Irwin and Mr. Molter.

Michelle Demski opened the meeting with a welcome and a prayer.

Kim Meneilly gave the Treasurer's Report:  Market Day brought in $121.26, interest was $2.23, Hot Lunch income was $3,538.30 (less food-$6,172.08 and fees-$205.25).  Expenses included:  Kindergarten School Kidz Kits $837.51, Open House post cards $1,500.00, Speaker fees $1,835.88, and $2,870.00 for Special projects.  Account Balance was $21,261.07.  $13,541.55 remains in a special account with Diocese for a total balance of $34,802.62.  We also received $197.50 from Skating Parties and paid Athletics $850.00 towards Basketball Hoops.  There will be $11,000 set aside for start up costs next year and computer improvements coming soon, with special thanks to the Mishler family and Kacie Traver.

Michelle Demski gave the Vice President's Report.  School Kidz Kits will have their pick up in August and Janice Heller is stepping down after that, so a new chair is needed.  Michelle said she would post that position and room parent coordinator in the Brown envelope.  Missy DiSalle said the Teacher Appreciation Lunch went very well and she had plenty of volunteers to help her.  They purchased tumblers for the staff and had extra to return.  Before returning the extra gifts, they spent $316.32.  Missy asked for suggestions to improve the event, but Mr. Molter said he couldn't imagine it being any better.

Mary Kay Urbanski discussed the Confirmation Reception.  She said Tammy Fretti decorated the AB beautifully and that everyone really enjoyed the event.  They had cake, cupcakes, cookies and fruit and everyone got a picture with the bishop.  Mr. Molter said he sponsored a girl from St. Rose and that she really loved it as well.

Kindergarten Graduation still needed a chair, so Becky was going to go through the forms for Strive for Five to see if anyone volunteered to help with that.  Michelle said that we would make sure the event was covered.  (Update Note from Secretary: Position filled by Gwen Smaciarz this week.  Thanks to Krista Marquis for the suggestion.)

Mr. Molter spoke about the need for host families to get more involvement and increase attendance at meetings, help with drop off traffic, etc.  Jean Maloney that it would be a good idea to have a binder of things to help new families get acclimated to a new school.  Mr. Molter told her she should spearhead that effort and that it was a great idea.

Eighth Grade Graduation is the last Parents' Club event of the year and the Recognition dinner (June 4th) will feature Famous Daves, as well as a special mass and dance the next evening (June 5th).  Parents' Club gives out gifts at the dinner each year for students who have earned special achievements.

Mr. Molter and Mrs. Irwin presented the outgoing officers with potted flowers as a thank you and good-bye.  Mr. Molter said he really appreciated all they did and Mrs. Irwin said she knew they really stepped up the last two years to try and make the transition easier for this year.  Kim brought in cake and cookies for all to share.  Michelle, Becky, and Octavia all expressed their joy at serving for the last few years and thanked all the parents who had helped make each year a successful and fun experience.  Mrs. Irwin helped Kim pass out cake and Michelle closed the meeting.

Respectfully Submitted, for the last time,

Octavia Wayton, Secretary, (Personal note:  It has been my honor and pleasure to serve, thanks and see you in September!!)