Wednesday, November 14, 2012


HART Meeting November 2012

The meeting was called to order at 6:41pm on November   , 2012 by President Terry Genners.

In attendance were Officers: President Terry Genners, Vice President Sue Griscavage, Secretary Amy Snyder, Treasurer Linda Hoy and Advisor Mr. Shirvinski.  Parents in attendance were:  Nancy Weaver, Judy Lynn Weaver, Tia Brown Vanessa Stine, Kim Levan, Roxanne Zuber, Susanne Kuijpers, Jill Swank, Diane Mack, Jen Dunkelberger, Deb Davis, Karen Cecco, Angela Charnosky, Sherry Humphrey, and Dawn Knoebel.

Sue Griscavage had nothing to report in Vice President’s report.

Linda Hoy gave the Treasure’s report.  The general fund balance stands at $7,463.67 as of October 31, 2012.  The class funds are as follows.
Kindergarten:    $100
1st Grade:         $844.16
2nd Grade:        $1315.49
3rd Grade:         $2843.68
4th Grade:         $2164.68
The Treasure’s report was approved with a motion by Karen Cecco and a second from Roxanne Zuber.

Amy Snyder gave the Secretary’s report which consisted of the review of the October minutes.  Judy Lynn Weaver noted that her middle name was incorrect on the October minutes.  The October Minutes were approved with a motion from Suzanne Kuijpers and a second from Roxanne Zuber.

Mr. Shirvinski gave the Principal’s report.  He started by thanking everyone who participated in the Harvest festival for their time and efforts.  That it again was a huge success.  Sue Griscavage mentioned the one issue that came up during the festival which was a mix-up with some shoes.  Next Mr. Shirvinski presented a slideshow of the festival.   Next Terry passed around Thank you cards that Mrs. Rhoades class had made.   Mr. Shirvinski noted that Report Card would be going home one Monday November 12, 2012.  This date had been moved due to the time off caused by the hurricane.  Make-up days would be announced at a later date. 

Terry Genners thanked everyone that came out for Harvest Festival.  She also thanked Sue Griscavage and Sherry Humphrey for their work since they were the chairpersons for this event.  Sue Griscavage noted that the committee spent only $632.19 of the $1500 budget.  Sue went over the thank you for all who donated and thank you will be send out.  Sherry added Mark Rohrbach for the bounce house.  Also Gary Stine and Dave Morgan huge thank you for all their help.

Terry mentioned that fall pictures were sent home but ID cards didn’t get out yet.  And composites would not be distributed until after retakes.  Retakes are November 16th.
She also mentioned that the book fair went well but was condensed due to the unexpected time off.  Mr. Shirvinski mentioned that the book fair works out well in the library, also that the coupons worked out well and were a good idea.  Sue Griscavage noted that $1507.29 was deposited from the Tiger wear fundraiser. 

Next we moved on to New Business.  Mr. Shirvinski started with the 1st AR party, Cookie contest, would be held Monday November 12.  This was for all students that reached the 25 point mark with AR.  Terry Genners asked Mr. Shirvinski to explain a little more about AR and when it starts for students. Mr. Shirvinski mentioned that this year’s theme is Going Bananas.  He then discussed that its starts for a child that reaches the level I in reading.  He mentioned that it is not required and that they can take the tests at anytime.  The break downs are: 25points Cookies, 50 points dippin dots, 75 points food at lunch, and 100 points Knoebels.  Every marking period the children can earn a party.  For example if your child didn’t reach the 25points in the first marking period and didn’t get to participate in the cookie event, if they reach 25 points in the second marking period then they can participate in that cookie event.  They have the opportunity every marking period.  

Next Amy Snyder said that box tops were sent in for submission and we should receive a check soon.  Mr. Shirvinski informed Sherry that he should be able to give something to the Pennies for Playground committee once he sees where he stands with box tops.  We discussed some extra ways to get box tops and what a success they have been and to continue to keep up the good work.  No totals for classrooms were given since we didn’t have labels for education totals. 

Mr. Shirvinski asked how the can drive went and everyone involved said it went well.

Linda Hoy discussed the Sheetz coupons fundraiser.  She informed that 336 books were sold with a profit of $1344.  They were ordered and hopefully will be in shortly.  Totals were less than last year. 

Mr. Shirvinski discussed the Turkey Bowl. It runs from 11/2 to 11/16.  He informed that he picks the class at random and they get to move there turkey down the field.  Mr. Shirvinski said that all involved really enjoy this activity. 

Red White and Blue day is set for November 12, 2012.  Report cards are set to go home November 12, as well.  District Preschool Screenings are set for November 11.  This is a service for children ages 3 and 4.  Many local agencies are involved and are very thorough.  CSIU may also offer some services.  This is organized by the Special Education department. If you are still interested in signing your child up please contact Chris in the Special Education Department.  Sue Griscavage and Linda Hoy gave some personal information on the event.

Retake pictures for grades K-4 is set for November 16.  Elementary Memory Book sales end on the 16th.  Terry reminded everyone to get their orders in.  Sue Griscavage mentioned that the Memory Book is a big deal for those students in 4th grade due to the fact that their pictures are larger than other years.  Parent Teacher Conferences are sent for November 19 and 20 (No School). And Thanksgiving Recess starts on the 21st until 26th.  School Board meetings are set for the 12th and 19th of November.

Terry asked if everyone would be interested in doing a cookie exchange for the next meeting.  Sherry Humphrey and Karen Cecco both said it was a success last year and thought it was a good idea.  December’s meeting, set for the 5th at 6:30, if you would like please bring 1-2 dozen cookies with you and the recipe to share. 
Next Mr. Shirvinski made a motion to ask for money to plan an assemble for grades K-4.  The assemble would be from Box of Light.  They do different assemblies per grade but all pertain to curriculum the children are working on. Tia Brown mentioned that they are very neat and Mr. Shirvinski mentioned that they are very creative.   Kindergarten is a reading one.  1st and 2nd is a solid liquid and gas.  3rd is weird, wild storytelling and 4th is electricity.  The total is $950 and a deposit of $475 is needed and they the balance due in January.  1st motion Tia Brown and seconded by Karen Cecco.  Motion approved. 

Linda Hoy discussed Script cards and that forms should be going home this week.  She mentioned this is a convenience for parents and that we make a profit from it.  She asked if everyone could please get their orders in on time so that we can get them ordered and return to parents as soon as possible. 

Tia Brown mentions that she reviewed the float fundraiser that was discussed at last meeting.  She suggested that a committee be thought of if we would like to participate in it next year.  That is would be a large undertaking and would need lots of hands. 

Sherry Humphrey discussed the Pennies for playground Committee.  The kick off was November 1st.  The first “dump” date is set for November 13th and then every other week.  There is a fundraiser “Cookies with Santa” set for December 1st from 10-1. $5 per child and adults free.  There will be story time corner, coloring station and an opportunity to take your own picture with Santa.  If you were asked to bring in something for the basket raffle please send in by November 16th.   The baskets will be out for parent teacher conference and Sherry is looking for people to sign up for sell raffle tickets during this time.  Tickets will be $5 for 20 tickets.  There was a bottle set out book fair and $17.84 was collected.  10 students from Honor Society will be helping with the Story time corner.  Please keep sending in bottle.  Clear, clean bottles will continue to be needed.  Sherry is also looking into Face painting at the mall, a dress down day for high school for a donation.  Rally for recess is still going on and we are #350. 

Sue Griscavage made a motion to help Pennies for our Playground with left over money from the Harvest Festival committee.  She is proposing to pay for the postage for mailings and to pay for the cookies and milk at event up to $867.81.  Diane Mack made a 2nd motion.  Motion approved. 

The meeting was adjourned at 7:39pm with a motion from Karen Cecco and a second from Suzanne Kuijpers.    


HART NEWS
NOVEMBER 2012

Important Dates to Remember:
November 2nd-16th       Hartman Turkey Bowl
November 1st-2nd         Elementary Book Fair
November 7th               HART Meeting
November 12th             Red, White and Blue day
November 14th             District Pre School Screenings
November 16th             Elementary Memory Book Sales End
November 16th             Picture Retake Day
November 19th- 20th    Parent/Teacher Conferences-------NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
November 21st-26th      Thanksgiving Recess---------------NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

Hartman Festival was a huge success as always, it is enjoyed by all.

Please remember to send your Script Card Order Form and money in with your child on time.

A special thank you to all those who donated items, food or their time to our annual Harvest Festival.  It was a great day and the kids are so grateful for all you do to make events like this such a success.

Please make sure you are dressing your child appropriately for the weather as they do go out for recess on cold days and the frigid temperatures are fast approaching!!

Our next HART meeting will be held on December 5th, 2012 @6:30 in the elementary library.  We will be having a holiday cookie exchange at this meeting so join us for some fun and cookie sampling.  Bring 1-2dozen cookies with you along with copies of your recipe to share with everyone.  It will be a great way to kick off the holiday season and get in the spirit!!  If you do not want to participate in the baking and bringing of cookies, you can still join us for a wonderful time!!!

Thank you to everyone who continues to take time out of the busy schedules to come to our monthly meeting, we loving having your input and great ideas!!

On behalf of the HART officers, we would like to wish everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!

Hope to see everyone on December 5th for our next HART meeting!!!

Amy Snyder
HART Secretary