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.
