Friday, May 27, 2011

HART NEWS-MAY 2011

May 3rd-HART Meeting in Elementary Library at 6:30 p.m.
May 3rd-Teacher Appreciation Day
May 4th-4th,5th and 6th Grade Band Concert in H.S.
May 5th-Kindergarten Music Program at 9:15 in Large Group Area
May 6th-2nd Grade Field Trip to Lake Tobias
May 9th and 10th-4th Grade Field Trips to RB Winter State Park
May 9th -May 13th - DIBELS Testing K-4
May 13th-1st Grade Field Trip to Zoo America
May 11th-Beach Day K-4
May 17th- Art Showcase 6-8 p.m. in the Elementary School
May 17,May 23-25-1st grade Author's Teas
May 18th-Final Kindergarten Registration
May 19th-Hartman Helpers Volunteer Luncheon 12-1 p.m.
May 20th-Flip Flop Friday K-4
May 26th-Movin' On Up Day
May 27th- 3rd Grade Field Trip to Whitaker Center
May 30th- Memorial Day- School Closed
May 31st-Snow Make Up Day- School in Session
June 3rd-Act 80 Day-No School For Students
June 6th-Knoebel's Picnic
June 8th-Last School Day (Dismissal at 10:30 a.m.)

It's been a busy month with field trips and other end of the year activities-THANK YOU to all who have volunteered and made these events possible.
Congratulations to Sue Griscavage, our new Vice President for the upcoming school year!!! We thank Cindy Hricenak who served in the position this year and are grateful for all her hard work. We look forward to welcoming Sue to her new position and thank her and the others who ran for V.P. !
Congratulations to Mrs. Springer's class for the Box Top Contest! Thanks also to all those who continually send in their box tops, labels for education,etc.. It's a great way to earn money for our school.
Please make sure that you have paid any outstanding fees for lost or damaged library books. If these fees are not paid, your child will be unable to attend the Knoebel's Trip.
We will be having our annual Back To School BBQ on August 18th from 4-6 p.m.. This is a fun event and a great way for the students to reconnect with classmates prior to the first day of school.Please send in your RSVP forms when they come home with your child and don't forget to mark it on your calendars!! We look forward to seeing you in August!!

WE WISH EVERYONE A GREAT SUMMER AND LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL AT OUR NEXT HART MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 6TH AT 6:30 P.M..!!!!!!!

Suzanne Kuijpers, HART Secretary



H.A.R.T. MINUTES-MAY 2011

The meeting was brought to order at 6:42 p.m. on May 3,2011 by Karen Wojtowicz, HART President.

In attendance were: Officers: President Karen Wojtowicz, Vice President Cindy Hricenak, Treasurer Linda Hoy, Secretary Suzanne Kuijpers , Teacher Rep. Mrs. Brown.
Parents in attendance were: Marsylvia Weaver, Sue Griscavage, Sherry Humphrey, Diane Mack, Roxanne Zuber, Heidi Andreatti, Gloria Seroskie, Dawna Knoebel, Michelle Conway, and Dawn Knoebel.

Cindy gave the Vice President's Report. She thanked all those who sent in desserts for Teacher Appreciation Day and all those who volunteered that day. She said that the day went very well and the teachers seemed to enjoy it very much. The teachers also enjoyed the raffling off of gift cards and flowers!

Linda gave the Treasurer's Report. She informed everyone that the general fund balance stands at $29,228.97. She noted that Schwan's will be sending the check for the profit portion of the Spring fundraiser.It was discussed that the money will be going into individual class funds as per a vote at the April HART Meeting. There was a motion to approve the Treasurer's Report by Heidi Andreatti and a second from Sue Griscavage.

Suzanne gave the Secretary's Report which consisted of a review of the HART Minutes from the April Meeting. There was a motion to approve the Minutes by Marsylvia Weaver and a second from Michelle Conway.

Karen gave some information from Mr. Shirvinski as he was not able to be present for the meeting. She said that he wanted to give a reminder to parents that they must pay for books that have been lost or damaged from the library. They will be receiving a notice indicating the amount owed on it.This outstanding money must be paid in order for their child to attend the Knoebel's trip.

Karen indicated that under Old Business, she wanted to thank everyone who came out to our first Reading Night event. The event was enjoyed by all , however, there was some discussion about suggestions for next time. Karen gave a huge thank you to all those who volunteered the week of Reading Night, as it was also Book Fair and Gertrude Hawk candy distribution. It was very busy at the elementary that week, but all turned out well due to the help of our volunteers. Karen also thanked everyone who helped with Teacher Appreciation Day.
Karen said that Mr. Shirvinski was requesting a blank check for the Knoebel's field trip. There was a motion to approve this by Sherry Humphrey and a second from Sue Griscavage.
He was also requesting a blank check for the 2nd Grade field trip.A motion was made to approve this by Diane Mack and a second from Gloria Seroskie.

There was time given to those present at the meeting, who had not had the chance to vote for HART Vice President at Family and Community Night. After votes were placed, Karen announced the winner. The Vice President will be Sue Griscavage. A motion was made to approve the election results by Diane Mack and a second from Heidi Andreatti.We would like to thank all those who voted and especially those who ran for Vice President ! Congratulations to Sue Griscavage and welcome aboard!!!!!
Karen thanked Cindy for all she did for HART this year as Vice President and presented her with a thank you gift on behalf of the HART Officers, etc..

Dawna Knoebel gave some information about A.R. events. She said that the next event will be a field trip to Knoebel's on June 2nd to do laser tag and 3-D show,etc. The students need to have 75 points by May 17th to qualify for this trip.
Sue Griscavage announced that Mrs. Springer's 2nd Grade class won the Box Top contest!! They will be treated to an ice cream party. Sue gave a suggestion that a prize be given to the top 3 classes rather than just the top one , as several classes were so close to winning.
Karen told everyone that the Art Show is on May 17th from 6-8 p.m.. Mrs. Brown had a sign up sheet available at the meeting for volunteers who could help her hang art work , etc.
The first day of school will be August 25th and the Back To School BBQ will be held on August 18th. More information will be coming home with the students about that.

Our next HART meeting will be September 6, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. in the elementary library. Hope to see everyone then!!!
The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m. with a motion from Sherry Humphrey and a second from Dawna Knoebel.

Monday, May 02, 2011

HART NEWS-APRIL 2011

April 4th-8th--Spring Book Fair
April 5th--HART Meeting in Elementary Library at 6:30 p.m.
April 6th-April 7th--4th Grade PSSA Science Assessment
April 7th--Spring Picture Day
April 8th--Report Cards Sent Home
April 8th--Flip Flop Friday
April 8th--Reading Night 6:00-8:00 p.m. in Elementary Gym
April 14th--Dress Your Best Day (K-4)
April 28th--Kindergarten Field Trip to Sports Plex (Gessner and Sharrow)
April 29th--Kindergarten Field Trip to Sports Plex (Hornberger, Rodriguez, Singley and Hauer)
April 20th-25th--Spring Recess ( NO CLASSES)
April 27th--Family and Community Night at 6:30-8:00 p.m. in Elementary School
April 29th--Elementary Chorus Fest at Line Mountain
May 3rd--Teacher Appreciation Day

It's hard to believe we are almost at the end of the school year already! It's been a long winter and we are all anxious for some Spring weather. Our last HART meeting will be on May 3rd at 6:30 p.m. and we hope to have a great turn out for it!!!

As always, we would like to thank everyone for all the support you give HART!!! We are grateful for it, as are the kids!! We are especially thankful for those of you who take time out of your busy schedules to be at the monthly HART Meetings-we value your input!

Suzanne Kuijpers , HART Secretary

H.A.R.T. MINUTES-APRIL 2011

The April meeting was brought to order at 6:40 p.m. by Karen Wojtowicz, HART President on April 5th.

Those in attendance were as follows: Officers-President Karen Wojtowicz, Vice President Cindy Hricenak, Treasurer Linda Hoy, Secretary Suzanne Kuijpers, Advisor Mr. Shirvinski and Teacher Rep. Mrs. Toczylousky. Parents-Roxanne Zuber, Georgiann Noll, Gloria Seroskie, Vanessa Stine, Kim Levan, Regina Longenhagen, Marsylvia Weaver, Sherry Humphrey, Dawn Knoebel, Dawna Knoebel , Michelle Conway and Heidi Andreatti.


Cindy did not have anything for discussion for the Vice President's Report.

Linda gave the Treasurer's Report which consisted of a review of the class balances and general fund balance.The general fund ending balance is $47,208.92. The class fund total balance stands at $4894.75. The individual class funds are as follows:
Kindergarten: $119.11
1st Grade: $1339.05
2nd Grade:$1366.74
3rd Grade: $0
4th Grade:$2069.85

The Treasurer's Report was approved by a motion from Roxann Zuber and a second from Regina Longenhagen.

Suzanne Kuijpers gave the Secretary's Report which was a review of the March Minutes. The Minutes were approved by a motion from Heidi Andreatti and a second from Vanessa Stine.

Mr. Shirvinski gave the Principal's Report. He said that Spring Picture Day will take place on April 7th from 8:15-12:30 and there was a sign up sheet for volunteers after the meeting.
He also spoke about Family and Community Night which was held on April 27 from 6-8 p.m. The classrooms were not open but there were science exhibits displayed in the gym and other things were displayed in the hallways. There was the opportunity to sign up for sports and clubs, etc. as well.
Mr. Shirvinski noted that May 31st will be a regular school day ; No school on June 3rd as it is an Act 80 day; June 6th will be the Knoebel's Picinic Day for K-4; June 8th will be the last day of school and dismissal will take place at 10:30.
Report cards were sent home April 8th.
Mr. Shirvinski reminded parents that the Math-A-Thon money was due on April 6th.

Karen Wojtowicz noted that there was no old business to discuss and the parents present had nothing to add in terms of old business.
As for new business, Karen explained that Cindy would be stepping down as Vice President for the upcoming school year. We had a motion by Georgiann Noll and a second from Gloria Seroskie to accept nominations for the Vice President position. Voting took place on April 27th at Family Night. As indicated in a prior HART blog entry, Karen was asking that anyone interested in the position, let her know by April 12th.
Heidi Andreatti gave information regarding the fundraisers. She said that Schwan's sales were $18,102.09 giving us a profit of $3620.42. Winners for prizes are as follows: Skateboard-Tiffany Horton, Walkie Talkies-Grace Callahan, DVD Player-Michael Miner.
Karen then discussed the fact that some of the class funds were low or at $0. The possibility was discussed of giving all the Spring fundraiser money to the class funds rather than split it with the general funds as was done previously. A motion to do this was made by Michelle Conway and a second from Marsylvia Weaver.
Reading Night was also discussed. Reading Night was held on April 8th. Volunteers were being organized by Danee Ryter McCoog. The book fair was also open that night from 5:00-6:45. There were many activities planned that evening as well as a book swap and snacks (hot dogs, smores and drinks). Local author, Robert Bender , was on hand for the evening as well.
Karen said that Teacher Appreciation Day will be held on May 3rd. Food for their lunch will be ordered from Ponduce and HART will be asking homeroom parents to find one volunteer to send in desserts. HART will be raffling off gift cards for the teachers that day as well. There was a motion to approve spending $100.00 on gift cards made by Dawna Knoebel and a second from Roxanne Zuber.

Dawna Knoebel talked about A.R. Parties. There were approximately 80 students at the Never Ending Pasta Bowl party for those who had achieved 50 points and a Milk and Cookies Party for those who had 25 points. A trip to Laser Tag at Knoebel's will take place in May for those who have 75 points.

Mr. Shirvinski asked for a check for $1575.00 for Mrs. Gratti to send to King Coal for the 1st Grade field trip to Zoo America. A motion for this payment was made by Michelle Conway and a second from Heidi Andreatti. A motion was made by Sherry Humphrey and a second by Georgiann Noll to pre-pay for Zoo America tickets.

Our last meeting for this school year will be held on May 3,2011 @ 6:30 in the elementary library. We hope to see you all then!!!!!!

The meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m. with a motion by Vanessa Stine and a second from Michelle Conway.