PTA Meeting Minutes, unapproved 4.8.13
6 pm speaker
Carol Mohsberg spoke about her services as a military
liaison
Call to order/pledge
Deirdre Ralph PTA president
Minutes approval
Amy Beller secretary. Minutes were distributed and
approved
Budget.
Liz del Castillo, PTA Treasurer, presented the
budget. If we do not make money from 5 k we may need to make
more cuts in the future. There is currently $17, 353 on balance in
our checking account. Liz proposed an amendment to budget to account for
donations from parents for the Chess Club. Amendment voted on and
approved. Liz proposed that we move $189 from the Italian Dinner fund
into the AVID fund to cover an AVID filed trip. Ammendment voted upon and
approved.
Principals Report
Mr. DeRoo presented some dress code reminders.
Our polo colors are white, blue, light blue, black, and purple. Please
remind your students to wear their Belts. Tights need to be solid
color. Mr. DeRoo remarked that overall we have pretty good
compliance. Mr. Dunn is leading an internal sub-committee for
considering making changes to the dress code for next school year.
Mr. DeRoo reminded us that Cell phones need to be off and
put away during school day. If cell phones are out they can be tagged and
bagged. Parent needs to come to school to pick up cell phones that are taken
from students.
April is a “busy and exciting” month. MSA science for
8th graders is taking place this week. The Quarterly arts showcase and
multicultural fair will take place on April 26th. There will
be food, soccer and basketball. There will also be a sculpture dedication
for Dr Bragdon at 4:45. The 5k is taking place on Saturday (please
register at www.active.com)
Course registration for 6 and 7 graders starts this week. Starting next
fall, Foreign language will be offered for credit starting in 6th grade.
We are currently targeted to increase enrollment to 825 students next
year. The Bates Basketball team beat AMS 60 to 33!!! Our 8th
graders earned the right to go to game thru a PBIS incentive.
Since we were featured on edutopia.org, we are on a
nationally recognized as a leader in Arts Integration Education.
Groups from Indiana and Texas are coming to visit our school.
Last week, our students performed for a group of conference
attendees (Kids at Hope Mini-Master institute).
Past events
Ledos pizza night
Raised $159.14
QPR Training
Amy Beller presented last month.
Rotary Grant
Annapolis -- not granted; waiting to hear from rotary
parole
Upcoming Events
Nominating Committee
We need 3 members to be a part of the nominating
committee. They will present a slate by May 3 for May 13th
meeting. If interested in in being on committee please
contact Deirdre Ralph.
Ruby Tuesday restaurant nights
Restaurant Nights at Ruby Tuesday from April 17 - 19.
Mention Bates and show flyer. The flyer will be distributed to students.
Requested Mr. DeRoo to do a Parent connect call.
Last coffee with principal.
Apr 26th at 8 am in the media center.
All are welcome to attend.
Quarterly Arts Showcase and MultiCultural Fair
Will take place on April 26. The Dedication to
Dr. Bragdon will be at 4:45. Watch the chronicle for more
information .
Bates 5k
April 27. Liz del Castillo, chair
The coast is $25 for under 18 and $30 for adults.
Every finisher will get a medal. Hoping to get hats from under
armor. Amy Hitt is promoting in the community. If you would like to
volunteer please contact Liz.
May Restaurant Night
TBD. Chevys or Chilis
June Restaurant Night –
Level or Wild Orchid. Some time in first week of June.
An adult event
Staff Appreciation
May 6 week.
Jeannie Bullen, chair.
Wellness Committee.
Heather Macintosh has an idea for an after school recess
club. The last time we tried that, there was an issue with having enough
adult supervision. Would take many volunteers.
Outdoor Sign.
Considering writing Grants or fundraiser in 2013 2014, or
budgeting for next year. If you are interested in writing grants please
contact Deirdre. There is money out there!
Talent show
The date set for May 3rd at Maryland Hall.
We will pay for some technical assistance. Thank you to md hall for
working with us and allowing us to have a Friday eve!
8th grade promotion and dance
Budget is $1000 Promotion is in planning process
and will take place on June 14th. Deirdre requested Mr. DeRoo
to have the start time be 10 AM. All on in agreement that the ceremony be
shorter this year than last year.
Other Annapolis cluster dates
April 10 community meeting on discipline AHS cafeteria 6:30
pm
April 17 parent forum on school uniforms AHS cafeteria
April 25 Hispanic Ed forum for Annapolis cluster
Tyler heights elem 5:45
CAC questions on start times. Respond to pbukowski@aacps.org
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Beller, PTA Secretary
