GRASSO SOUTHEASTERN TECH

PARENT-FACULTY ORGANIZATION

Minutes

Attendees:  John Blake; Maggie Delaporta; Suzanne Matteson; Jack Cervera; JoAnn Ammons; Joan Stearns; Kerry Bell; Linda Davis; George LaMarche; Jim McPherson; Lynne McPherson; Susanne Bengston.

Meeting called to order at 6:40 p.m.

Treasurer’s Report:  Mr. Blake presented the Treasurer’s Report, reading individual column totals.  There was a question on the label maker/CD program – should it have been prorated since it was purchased for use for all graduating classes?  Linda Davis made a motion to accept; JoAnn Ammons seconded.

Secretary’s Report:  Attendees individually read the minutes from December 6, 2007.  Sue Matteson made a motion to accept; Joan Stearns seconded.

Grad Party:  One location was tentatively book for the week of June 16th.  There is a $100 non-refundable deposit; $250 refundable deposit; $15 per each student; there is one teacher to 20 student chaperone requirement; pool and teen/activity room provided.  The graduating class has approximately 160 students; it is estimated that 120 may attend.  Due to two snow days different dates will need to be booked.  Sue Matteson made a motion to approve a deposit for up to $500; Jim McPherson seconded.  Two Stonington/1st Student busses have been reserved.  Need at least three busses.

Sports Boosters:  Sue Matteson wants to give $200 to Linda Sprague/the Athletics Department for other sport team members to come in and watch games, or for use in other appropriate ways.  Linda Davis made a motion for $200 to be given for athletics; Joan Stearns seconded.  We need a trophy for Brittany Eccleston.  Jack Cervera made a motion for $260 for a banner; Joan Stearns seconded.

School Store:  Purchases are improving now that winter is coming.  A question on hoods was discussed.  Ms. Bell indicated we will allow students to wear the “Grasso Tech” hoodies as the school is trying to make temporary accommodations.  Zippered sweatshirts are doing well.

By-Laws and 501(c)(3):  Turhan Papadopoulos has completed updating the draft By-Laws as he compared it with our Constitution.  He will bring copies for all to next meeting.  No paperwork has been received back from Ken Welsh.

Homecoming:  Selling hot dogs at the game.  A pizza slice and a beverage will be given with free voucher.  Students can purchase additional food and drink items.  John Blake needs to issue a check for food and beverages.  Approximately $400 is needed.  Joan Stearns made a motion to approve a check; JoAnn Ammons made a motion for the check to be issued in the amount of $400 for food; Sue Matteson seconded.

Fundraisers/Flags:  John Blake spoke to the company with the flags.  He is waiting to hear back from them.  Sandy Casberg came down and talked to John.  She will discuss the issue with Bea Tinty.  No action now – waiting to hear back from others.  The company refuses to take them back.

New Business: 

• Sandi Jameson wants PFO to approve Skills USA to sell water and glo sticks at homecoming.  Linda Davis made a motion to approve this request; Jack Cervera seconded.  Sandi will turn cash over to PFO and PFO will issue a check.
• Kerry Bell thanked the PFO for its continued support of the school and students.
• Need a new Vice President of PFO; Ken Welsh did not “officially” resign.  Several members nominated Joan Stearns for the position.  As President, John Blake officially appointed Joan Stearns as Vice President of the PFO.

Motion to adjourn made by Jack Cervera at 7:35 p.m.; Joan Stearns seconded.