Connecticut Technical High School System
Grasso Southeastern Technical High School
 
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Technologies

 Connecticut State Department of Education

MINUTES
March 5, 2009

Members present: C. Gauld, J. Stearns, L. Davis, M. Levitsky, K. Motola, N. Walker, M. Delaporta, C. Jones, D. Mingione, G. Fafard, S. Matteson, T. Papadopoulus, B. Jeannette, M. Nicholas

 

Meeting called to order at 5:37 PM

 

  • Administration Report: G. Fafard introduced representatives of STEPS, Inc. (Striving Toward Empowered Personal Success).  Representatives (Beatrice Jeanette and Mary Nicholas) announced a Community Conversation at Grasso Tech on March 28 and promoted awareness of their organization.
  • Secretary  Report
    • Minutes from February meeting submitted and reviewed by meeting attendees.
    • K. Motola motioned to accept Secretary Report.  S. Matteson seconded.  Motion was passed unanimously.
  • Treasurer’s  Report
    • Account spreadsheet was reviewed.
    • Concessions will be open for Dodge Ball tournament
    • Approximately $1,650.77 was made from basketball game food sales.
    • Available Lake of Isles golf tickets—C. Jones suggested to offer them to Skills USA for use in a raffle to raise funds for the annual Skills USA golf tournament.  Profits from raffle could be split between PFO and Skills USA.  C. Jones will discuss with Sandi Jameson and report back via email.
    • S. Matteson motioned to accept treasurer’s report.  K. Motola seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.
  • Committee Reports
    • Sports Boosters (Jones/Levitsky): Monthly (February) meeting was not well attended, due to Senior Night for the basketball team.  Meeting was left to general discussion and brainstorming (will try a cheesecake fundraiser for Spring Sports).  The next meeting will be on March 19.  Currently looking into an outside venue for the combo Winter Spring Sports Banquet in early June.  FYI- Student (SAF) Sports Boosters put in for fruit snack fundraiser—was approved by Central Office to sell fruit snacks during the school day.  The use of the term “booster” was discussed.  Question was raised about PFO spending money from Sport Booster account without the approval of “athletic” boosters.  L. Davis clarified how money is split between Project Graduation and Sports Boosters, concering withdrawals and deposits.
    • ? Music Boosters (Kristen Motola/ Nancy Walker):  Rock-a-Thon fundraiser was a success—raised approximately $100 for trip.  Will do it again next year.  Next fundraiser: butterbread and cookie dough sales.  May fundraiser: gourmet coffee sales.  The music room is currently being renovated.  106 of 130 music students will be attending the May 30 trip.  Planning a summer BBQ for Freshman/Senior “buddies.”  GTMD is currently communicating with East Lyme H.S.—20 students may be able march with the ELHS marching band.  GTMS is currently pursuing a “Select Chorus” and looking into grant options for equipment.
    • Project Graduation (Davis/Matteson):   Graduation Ceremonies will be he held on Friday, June 19.  Child & Family Agency Yard Sale- April 13-19: HELP IS REQUESTED DURING THIS WEEK FOR SET-UP.  Scrapbooking fundraiser will be held at Hoxie Fire House in Mystic on May 9, 9 AM- 3 PM.  Applebees breakfast fundraiser will be held on March 28 at Applebees in Groton.  There have not been any parent responses for Grad Party information.  Is a phone list available or use of possible?
  • Old Business
    • 501C3- D. Mingione requested addresses of current board members.  Addresses were given.  Also, a list is required of paid members.  Membership roster will be maintained by secretary.
    • By-Laws/Constitution-  By-Laws need to updated and revised.  Ms. Mingione motioned to re-write By-laws by next meeting, where they can be voted on.  M. Levitsky seconded the motion.  Motion passed unanimously.. 
  • New Business
    • Prom:  The Class of 2009 has entered a contest hosted by Q-105 to host the prom, in which they will provide a DJ and discount prizes for the winner.
    • Nominating Committee-PFO Officers for 2009-10: Nacy Walker and Sue Matteson volunteered to join this committee.
  • Open to the Floor
    • An Awards Committee needs to be formed.  K. Motola motioned to allow C. Jones to obtain bids for trophies and awards.  Motion seconded by D. Mingione.  Motion passed unanimously.
    • D. Mingione motioned to allow M. Levitsky to establish criteria for selecting the recipient of the Rich Guarino award.  K. Motola seconded the motion.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

Meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM