EMS PTA

EISENHOWER PTA AGENDA
Thursday, April 27, 2006
EMS Lounge~ 7:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER, WELCOME, and INTRODUCTIONS – Delma Wiseley
MINUTES – Annette Wihl
Are there changes to the minutes? Approval of minutes by general consent.
TREASURER’S REPORT – Julie Hunkle
Accept treasurer’s report for filing by general consent.
EMS ADMINISTRATION REPORTS – Debbie Hamilton
EMS TEACHER REPORT - Cindy Huffstodt
COMMITTEE REPORTS (from committees in attendance)
Community Assistance – Clothing Bank
Fundraisers:
Magazine, Entertainment Books, General Mills, Smith’s, and Albertsons
Health and Safety
Hospitality
Instructional Council
Front Office Volunteers
Library Services
Membership
Newsletter
Recognition
School Improvement Team (SIT)
Staff Appreciation
Student Council
Student Store
Volunteer List Distribution

UNFINISHED/ONGOING BUSINESS
Board Positions still available for next year
By-Laws Committee (Review changes/updates and vote)

NEW BUSINESS
Budget Review
Election of 06-07 EMS PTA Officers

ANNOUNCEMENTS
NMPTA Convention- Albuquerque Hilton Friday, May 12, and Saturday, May 13
Next EMS PTA Meeting Friday, May 12 at 1:00pm in the Teacher’s Lounge

ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
Is there further business to come before the group?

ADJOURNMENT

Eisenhower Middle School PTA

General Meeting Minutes
March 10, 2006

In Attendance: Delma Madrigal-Wiseley (President), Cathy Smith (Vice-President), Toni De La O (Vice-President), Annette Wihl (Secretary), Debbie Hamilton (Principal), Liz Woodward (Library), Pam Walker (Clothing Bank), Kathy Freeze (Citizen’s Advisory/Action Council), Betsy Parker (Newsletter), Cindy Huffstodt (Teacher Representative).

I. Call to Order and Introductions (Delma Wiseley) - The meeting was called to order at 1:06 p.m. Attendees introduced themselves.

II. Previous Meeting Minutes (Toni De La O)– Discussion concerning the reference to “instructional supplies” in part VII of the minutes means. It was clarified that this refers to the part time Computer Educational Assistant position. Upon motion of Annette Wihl to waive the reading of the February 16, 2006 meeting minutes which was seconded by Kathy Freeze, the minutes were approved by general consent without revisions.

III. Treasurer’s Report (Delma Wisely for Julie Hunkle)
Upon motion by Toni De La O and a second by Kathy Freeze, the Treasurer’s Report was accepted for filing by general consent. The amount previously charged against the account for checks written to EMS PTA that were returned due to insufficient funds has been recouped and is reflected on the report as “Bank Refund.” The check for tennis expenses was sent along with a letter concerning same. The expense for “Duran - Boxtop” represents funds to pay for a reward concerning box top collections. The amount reflected for the “Library Curtain” relates to the balance owed concerning the purchase of the curtain. Ms. Huffstodt inquired about the status of the PTA assisting with the United Streaming (video series) available through the Discovery Channel. She was informed that consideration for payment of this was set aside pending further information from Eric Lawson. Ms. Huffstodt will investigate this for next year and will report back to the PTA.

IV. EMS Administration Reports:
A. Principal - Ms. Hamilton informed the members that the SBA testing is complete except for makeup tests. She commended the students for their hard work. She is concerned about the participation rate especially as it relates to Special Ed since many opted out of testing. A survey was sent to the students and to teachers regarding their preference for 1 week testing or 2 week testing which revealed that students preferred 1 week testing despite having less homework with 2 week testing and teachers preferred 1 week testing. Most teachers expressed concern that the students were notably tired by afternoon. In addition, it was noted that the SBA tests are longer than the GRE, LSAT, Bar Exam, ACT and SAT. Teachers have voiced their concerns about the value of the testing as it relates to the timing of the tests. Teachers noted, for example, that the tests cover 8th grade standards, even though the 8th students have completed only part of the year when the tests are given. They would like for the State to identify the specific standards that the SBA tests will cover. They noted that the 7th graders had not yet covered the material on the recent SBA test. The test was 107-110 pages in length with the answer pages ranging from 40-50 pages. The question was raised as to why the tests could not be done in May, with the response being that there is not enough time to process the results before August 1, 2006 when information concerning the pass/fail status of a school is due. EMS usually gets the results of their SBA testing in late July. The State notes that they “curve” or adjust the proficiency score to account for the timing issue. The reality is that the system is set up so that each school can fail. The State is requiring that all schools be proficient by the year 2014. NM has one of the strictest criteria for AYP. Ms. Hamilton then went on to encourage the PTA to contribute to a program to market APS to the community via the APS Foundation program and the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. She then addressed the dress code for the 8th grade social and stated that any student who gets SOS (out of school suspension) before the dance, will not be allowed to attend the dance. Should a student get SOS after the dance, then they will not be allowed to participate in the activity day. Should a 6th or 7th grader get SOS, then they will not be allowed to participate in the activity day. Lastly, no laser pointers will be allowed to be on campus or used at any activity.

V. EMS Teacher Reports (Cindy Huffstodt): The PTA provided Ms. Pino $1500 for the 8th grade social. She pointed out that volunteers are needed to provide shade structures and set up assistance on the day of the social (7:00 a.m. on May 22, 2006). Assistance with clean up will also be needed. Ms. Huffstodt will obtain information concerning timing of the clean up from Ms. Pino. Ms. Huffstodt informed the PTA that there may be an issue with regard to her attending daytime PTA meetings next year. She will keep the board informed.

VI. Committee Reports (Reports of those requesting to be put on agenda):

A. Community Assistance -
1. Community Assistance - Clothing Bank (Pam Walker) – No report.

B. Fundraisers –
1. Magazine Sales (Jane Cook) – No report.
2. Entertainment Books (Delma Wiseley) – No report.
3. Smiths/Albertsons (Delma Wiseley) –No report.
4. General Mills (Valerie Duran) - Not present.

B. Health and Safety (Becca Wessleman) – No report.

C. Hospitality (Shelly O’Hea) –No report.

D. Instructional Council (Delma Wisely) – A survey was sent to students and staff seeking thoughts and concerns about the SBA testing process. Science will be included in next years SBA tests along with Reading and Math. It was reported that some SBA tests took up to 90 minutes and that more fatigue was noted among the students the later in the day that the tests were given.

E. Front Office Volunteers (Lisa Platzbecker) - Not present. Delma Wisely reported on behalf of Ms. Platzbecker reporting that the front office volunteer program will continue next year since there is not any APS money budgeted for it. Lisa Platzbecker will continue to coordinate the program next year.

F. Library Services (Book Fair) - (Liz Woodward) – Liz reported that Ms. Heckes will hold another book fair April 4 through April 7. Volunteers are needed which will be sought via the EMS website and newsletter. The last book fair brought in $800.00. In addition, Ms. Heckes is seeking volunteers to help distribute books in August at registration.

G. Membership (Annette Wihl) – No report.

H. Newsletter – (Betsy Parker) – The deadline for the next newsletter was announced. Gwynne would like for there to be a newsletter published in May. Ms. Huffstodt asked that the Quilters Group be recognized in that newsletter. Delma would like for that newsletter to be 8 pages. She further noted that she was planning on submitting 2 EMS newsletters to the State PTA for recognition and awards.

I. Recognition - (Annette Wihl) - No report.

J. School Improvement Team (SIT) (Kathy Freeze) - No report.

K. Staff Appreciation (Cathy Smith) - The EMS retirement party has been set for May 11, 2006.

L. Student Council - Not present

M. Student Store (Lisa Sorensen) - No report. Delma reported that the PTA
will be paying for a new storage cabinet for the student store.

N. Volunteer List Distribution (Annette Wihl) – No report.

O. 8th Grade Social - Kathy Freeze reported that 24 parents have volunteered to help with this. Thank you to all volunteers. There will be a prop committee, a refreshment/decoration committee headed by Julie Koleski, a chaperone committee, and a clean up committee. Plans are going well. Ms. Skippers is preparing the invitations which will be sent via back pack mail. Information concerning the official dress code still needs to be provided.
VII. Unfinished Business:
A. “Projects to be decided” funds - the budget is negative 1331, but $1800.00 will be deposited from Smiths. Carry forward amounts and the projects to be decided will be discussed at the next meeting.

B. Nominating Committee - The nominating committee consists of Toni De La O, Cathy Smith and Debbie Hamilton. With regard to the 2006-2007 EMS PTA board and its officers, the PTA appears to be well covered, except that there will be a vacant position for a second Vice-President. At present the 2006-2007 board nominees are Toni De La O (President), Cathy Smith (Vice President), Delma Wiseley (Treasurer), and Annette Wihl (Secretary). If elected, Toni De La O will bring the “Reflections” (art) program to EMS. Additional positions were announced in the last newsletter and will be in the next newsletter. Elections are scheduled for April 20, 2006.
C. Bylaws Committee - Devon Westphal, an EMS parent, will be assisting Cathy Smith and Delma Wiseley with updating the EMS bylaws according to the State PTA updates.

VIII. New Business –
A. Board Positions available next year - Delma discussed what positions she anticipates will be open next year. See Nominating committee information above for further information.
B. The Board declined participation in the APS Foundation/Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta program.

IX. Announcements –
A. The NMPTA Convention will be held at the Albuquerque Hilton on Friday, May 12, 2006 and Saturday, May 13, 2006.
B. The next EMS PTA General Session Meeting will be held April 20, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Teacher’s Lounge.

X. Additional Business
A. No further business came before the meeting.

XI. Adjournment – There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 2:30 p.m.

Submitted by:

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Annette T. Wihl, Secretary
April ____, 2006

Approved by:

_______________________________

April ____, 2006

EISENHOWER PTA AGENDA
Friday, March 10, 2006
EMS Lounge~ 1:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER, WELCOME, and INTRODUCTIONS – Delma Wiseley
MINUTES – Annette Wihl
Are there changes to the minutes? Approval of minutes by general consent.
TREASURER’S REPORT – Julie Hunkle
Accept treasurer’s report for filing by general consent.
EMS ADMINISTRATION REPORTS – Debbie Hamilton
EMS TEACHER REPORT - Cindy Huffstodt
COMMITTEE REPORTS (from committees in attendance)
Community Assistance – Clothing Bank
Fundraisers:
Magazine, Entertainment Books, General Mills, Smith’s, and Albertsons
Health and Safety
Hospitality
Instructional Council
Front Office Volunteers
Library Services- Book Fair
Membership
Newsletter
Recognition
School Improvement Team (SIT)
Staff Appreciation
Student Council
Student Store
Volunteer List Distribution

UNFINISHED/ONGOING BUSINESS
“Projects to be decided” funds
Nominating Committee
By-Laws Committee

NEW BUSINESS
Board Positions available for next year

ANNOUNCEMENTS
NMPTA Convention- Albuquerque Hilton Friday, May 12, and Saturday, May 13
Next EMS PTA General Session Meeting - ELECTIONS Thursday, April 20 at 7:00pm in the Teacher’s Lounge

ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
Is there further business to come before the group?

ADJOURNMENT

Eisenhower Middle School PTA
General Meeting Minutes
February 16, 2006

In Attendance:
Delma Madrigal-Wiseley (President), Toni De La O (Vice-President), Cathy Smith (Vice-President), Julie Hunkle (Treasurer), Kathy Freeze (Citizen’s Advisory/Action Council), Debbie Hamilton (Principal)

I. Call to Order and Introductions: (Delma Wiseley) - The meeting was called to order at 7:05 pm.

II. Previous Meeting Minutes: (Delma Wiseley) - Toni De La o motioned to waive the reading of the January 20, 2006 meeting minutes. Seconded by Cathy Smith, the minutes were approved by general consent.

III. Treasurer’s Report: (Julie Hunkle) Julie noted that some bank fees were expected to be credited. Julie requested that Toni De La O take EMS off of her online banking, she hasn’t been receiving statements because of it. No one knows why the account was set up that way.

The Treasurer’s report was accepted for filing after general consent.

IV. EMS Administration Reports: (Debbie Hamilton)
a. Testing for EMS is two weeks out.
b. $171,000 from last year now available to spend. Will use it for Math Conference, Reading Conference, Formal Leadership for Principles.
c. Agendas expected to cost $4000 for a projected 920 students. This year we will have full size.

V. EMS Teacher Report: (Cindy Huffstodt not present) No teacher report.

VI. Committee Reports:
a. SIT Report from Kathy Freeze- During the SIT meeting they discussed proper dress code for students including jeans and hooded jackets. The subject of electronics was also discussed.
b. Staff Appreciation: 1st week in May (Staff Appreciation week) PTA will have small gifts put in the teachers’ boxes. Incoming and outgoing PTA Chairs and Officers will be invited to Staff Luncheon.
c.. Student Council (Kathy Freeze) 8th Grade Social Meeting will be March 2nd. It was noted that PTA has allocated $400 to spend on the event. Additional funds are raised through tickets purchased by students- $10.
d. Grad Night- (Cathy Smith) Cathy motioned to contribute $250 each to both La Cueva and El Dorado for our Grad Night Contribution. Kathy Freeze seconded the motion. All agreed by general consent.

VII. Unfinished Business
a. Kathy Freeze moved to amend the wording regarding our P/T Computer EA- the money allocated will go to “Instructional Supplies” instead of “Part-Time Computer EA position”.
b. The issue of Tennis Funds was reviewed. After the letter to the Tennis Instructor was reviewed, all approved by general consent.

VIII. New Business:
a. By Laws Committee will consist of - Delma Wiseley, Cathy Smith and Devon Westphal.
b. PaPa Johns fundraiser declined by EMS PTA. Debbie Hamilton will use as administrative fundraiser.

IX. Announcements: Toni De La O accepted nomination for the position of President for 2006-2007.

X. Additional Business:
No further business came before the meeting.

XI. Adjournment:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:15pm

Submitted by:

Toni De La O, Vice- President (Acting as Secretary)

EISENHOWER PTA AGENDA
Thursday, February 16, 2006
EMS Lounge~ 7:00 P.M.

* CALL TO ORDER, WELCOME, and INTRODUCTIONS – Delma Wiseley
* MINUTES – Annette Wihl
Are there changes to the minutes? Approval of minutes by general consent.
* TREASURER’S REPORT – Julie Hunkle
Accept treasurer’s report for filing by general consent.
* EMS ADMINISTRATION REPORTS – Debbie Hamilton
* EMS TEACHER REPORT - Cindy Huffstodt
* COMMITTEE REPORTS (from committees in attendance)
Community Assistance – Clothing Bank
Fundraisers:
Magazine, Entertainment Books, General Mills, Smith’s, and Albertsons
Health and Safety
Hospitality
Instructional Council
Front Office Volunteers
Library Services
Membership
Newsletter
Recognition
School Improvement Team (SIT)
Staff Appreciation
Student Council
Student Store
Volunteer List Distribution

* UNFINISHED BUSINESS
* “Projects to be decided” funds

* NEW BUSINESS
* Nominating Committee
* By-Laws Committee
* Fundraiser-Papa Johns?

* ANNOUNCEMENTS
* NMPTA Networking Meeting (for all schools) Thursday, March 9 at 9:30am at NMPTA office
* NMPTA Convention- Albuquerque Hilton Friday, May 12, and Saturday, May 13
* Next EMS PTA Board Meeting Friday, March 10 at 1:00pm in the Teacher’s Lounge

* ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
* Is there further business to come before the group?

* ADJOURNMENT

Eisenhower Middle School PTA
General Meeting Minutes
January 20,2006

In Attendance:
Delma Madrigal-Wiseley (President), Toni De La OVice-President),Cathy Smith (Vice-President), Kathy Freeze (Citizen’s Advisory/Action Council), Lisa Platzbecker (Front Office Volunteer Coordinator), Ellen Espinosa, Jane Cook (Student Store), Marilyn Gruen, Debbie Hamilton (Principal), Cindy Huffstodt (Teacher Rep), Betsy Parker (Newsletter).

I. Call to Order and Introductions: (Delma Wiseley) - The meeting was called to order at 1:03 p.m.. Everyone in attendance introduced themselves.

II. Previous Meeting Minutes: (Delma Wiseley) - Upon motion of Cathy Smith to waive the reading of the November 18, 2005, meeting minutes- Seconded by Kathy Freeze- the minutes were approved by general consent.

III. Treasurer’s Report: (by Delma Wisely for Julie Hunkle) - The Treasurer’s Report was accepted for filing after general discussion -1st motion by Cathy Smith, 2nd motion by Jane Cook.

IV. EMS Administration Reports: (Debbie Hamilton)
Internet Safety meeting (1/19/06). 40-45 Attended, most from EMS even though flyers were distributed to feeder schools. Debbie has sign in sheet. Discussed having a student presentation on same. Suggested smaller groups (classroom presentation) might be best for students.

Testing and Registration coming up on March 3rd. Early dismissal @1pm
Enrollment projected to go down in 2006-2007 to 920 students (currently 960 students). In 2005 6th grade took 26 transfers, 7th grade took 11 transfers and 8th grade took no transfers.
Cluster school presentation to 8th Graders discussed. (Eldorado and La Cueva). Discussed reasons why EMS administration declined this year:
1. They don’t send an adult to supervise the 9th graders while they are here and it is disruptive to the rest of the school.
2. They send too many students, when we have requested 2-3, they send 10-15.
3. Questions from 8th graders not answered even though the same questions have been sent to high schools prior to the presentation. They are not prepared.
4. Outdated, horrible video
5. Bad use of classroom time
We would love to have our cluster schools come next year, but with a different format and better planned. Our Counselors have conveyed all of the above info to “Tracey” @ Eldorado previously. Debbie Hamilton talked about Eld. and LC coming to our school regarding different groups and clubs for the 8th graders. She would like to do that again. She says “We are very welcoming to our cluster schools.”

V. EMS Teacher Reports: (Cindy Huffstodt)
8th Grade Social is coming up (last Friday in April). The theme is “A Red Carpet Affaire”. On behalf of the Student Council, she is requesting the PTA to:
1. Decorate and clean up the Aux Gym
2. Parent Volunteers to decorate big Gym
3. If anyone has access to a “reduced” rate for printing invitations.

(PTA has $400 set aside for Student Council).

For the April Newsletter PTA will need to request for volunteers for this event. Kathy Freeze volunteered to be our PTA liaison to the Student Council. She will check with Annette Wihl on the volunteer list to see who checked to help with the“8th grade Social” .

VI. Committee Reports:
Clothing Bank: In Pam Walker’s absence, Delma Wiseley relayed a “Thank You” from the BCCPTA Clothing Bank. We briefly discussed planning to make it an annual event.

General Mills: (Valerie Duran-came in during meeting) A collection will be done @ the end of January.

Hospitality: (Cathy Smith) - Cookie exchange for the staff was a huge success. The teachers loved it. Thank You cards were passed around from the staff to be read by attendees.

Instructional Council: Debbie Hamilton talked briefly about parent survey numbers, which are standards for the classroom. Our Lang/Lit department is working on a definition for “Enriched” right now. It was said that “every student in APS has the right to be academically enriched in every subject”.

The state just issued $171,000 to NM public schools. The EMS allotment was not announced, but Debbie Hamilton says we will be sending some of our teachers to a Math conference and other teachers to a Reading conference. She would also like to use some of the money for Subs so that EMS could have some teacher collaboration time.

The structure of EMS “Enriched” math was discussed.

Library Services: Volunteers needed @ end of year when new books come in.

Newsletter: Feb. 2, 2006 @ 9:30am is next Newsletter Assembly. We will meet in cafeteria.

VII. Unfinished Business:
Nothing to discuss.

VIII. New Business:

$3000 for Choices was not needed after all, not enough student participation.
$2000 for Basketball was not needed, other funds came in for them.
$1800 for United Streaming not used - it was decided that there was not a high enough demand for the site and additional research would still need to be done for consideration. Perhaps consider for next school year?

In light of the above, we have and extra $6800 to spend. Requests for PTA funds:
1. $1000 for ink cartridges for staff
2. $3226 for 15 walkie talkie radios. Our radios are in constant need of repair yet are outdated making replacing some of the parts impossible.
3. $4000 - one new Gestetner. We have 3 Gestetner copiers that are constantly breaking down and needing repairs. These machines are used for making copies for the entire school for just about everything.
4. $980 - for boys basketball warm-up pants and hooded top to be kept by school each year.
5. $4406 - for Peggy Roberts (Computer EA) to go full time. Would consider 3/4 time as well. She will be able to start new schedule Feb. 23,2006. $2000 would allow her to at least add one extra day a week. A 3-page report on duties she would perform as a Full-Time Employee as well as duties she is unable to fulfill as a Part-Time Employee was given for review.
Left-overs from last meeting:
6. Computers for library
7. Library Screen
8. Choir outfits
9. Laminating Film
10. Tennis - $500

Funds approved: After group discussion on priorities, safety issues and student needs - 1st Motion Kathy Freeze, 2nd Motion Betsy Parker:
1. $2,000 for Computer EA for one extra day a week. Debbie Hamilton to pay the difference of $2406 from other funds to make full-time Computer EA position.
2. $4,000 for new Gestetner
3. $3,230 for 15 new walkie talkie radios

Total $9,230.00 to fund by general approval from PTA.

IX. Announcements:
1. Will appoint nominating committee @ next meeting.
2. Delma Wiseley will not accept a nomination for President, leaving this position open. She is open to a nomination for Treasurer - Julie Hunkle, our current Treasurer, is not considering a nomination for this position next school year. We will put info about open PTA positions in next newsletter.
3. There will be no SOS officer this year.

X. Additional Business:
No further business came before the meeting.

XI. Adjournment: There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 2:29 p.m..

Submitted by:

_______________________________________
Toni De La O, Vice-President (acting as Secretary)

EISENHOWER PTA AGENDA
Friday, January 20, 2006
EMS Lounge~ 1:00 P.M.

* CALL TO ORDER, WELCOME, and INTRODUCTIONS – Delma Wiseley
* MINUTES – Annette Wihl
Are there changes to the minutes? Approval of minutes by general consent.
* TREASURER’S REPORT – Julie Hunkle
Accept treasurer’s report for filing by general consent.
* EMS ADMINISTRATION REPORTS – Debbie Hamilton
* EMS TEACHER REPORT - Cindy Huffstodt
* COMMITTEE REPORTS (from committees in attendance)
Community Assistance – Clothing Bank
Fundraisers:
Magazine, Entertainment Books, General Mills, Smith’s, and Albertsons
Health and Safety
Hospitality
Instructional Council
Front Office Volunteers
Library Services
Membership
Newsletter
Recognition
School Improvement Team (SIT)
Staff Appreciation
Student Council
Student Store
Volunteer List Distribution

* UNFINISHED BUSINESS
* Parent Education Night – Internet Safety- Delma Wiseley
* “Projects to be decided” funds- Delma Wiseley

* NEW BUSINESS

* ANNOUNCEMENTS
* NMPTA Networking Meeting (for all schools) Wednesday, January 25 at 9:30am at NMPTA office
* BCCPTA School Safety Meeting-Tuesday, January 24 at 7:00pm
* NMPTA Networking Meeting (specifically for middle schools) Saturday, February 4 at 9:30am at NMPTA office
* Next EMS PTA Board Meeting Friday, February 10 at 1:00pm in the Teacher’s Lounge

* ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
* Is there further business to come before the group?

* ADJOURNMENT

Eisenhower Middle School PTA

General Meeting Minutes
November 18, 2005

In Attendance: Delma Madrigal-Wiseley (President), Cathy Smith (Vice-President), Toni De La O (Vice-President), Julie Hunkle (Treasurer), Annette Wihl (Secretary), Debbie Hamilton (Principal), Pam Walker (Clothing Bank), Lisa Sorenson (Student Store), Jane Cook (Fundraising - Magazine), Marilyn Gruen, Kathy Freeze (Citizen’s Advisory/Action Council), Shelly O’Hea (Hospitality), Betsy Parker (Newsletter), Cindy Huffstodt (Teacher Representative).

I. Call to Order and Introductions (Delma Wiseley) - The meeting was called to order at 1:07 p.m. Delma introduced herself as the PTA President, and then introduced the remaining officers.
II. Previous Meeting Minutes (Annette Wihl)– Upon motion of Cathy Smith to waive the reading of the October 14, 2005 meeting minutes which was seconded by Jane Cook, the minutes were approved by general consent with the following change at page 1, Section V: “Annual software by content area i.e. language is also needed.”
III. Treasurer’s Report (Julie Hunkle)
The Treasurer’s Report was accepted for filing by general consent. Letters were sent to those whose checks did not clear, but there has been no response. Delma suggested that a second attempt to clear the checks be made by submitting them to the bank on payday. Julie will follow up on this and will also try to obtain phone numbers.
IV. EMS Administration Reports:
A. Principal - Ms. Hamilton informed the members that Tonya Abernathy was selected as the new assistant principal from a field of 16 applicants (the greatest number of applicants the school has ever had). The applicants were narrowed to 8 from which 5 were interviewed. The selection committee did an excellent job. Ms. Abernathy was a former math teacher at LBJ Middle School and has 15 plus years of teaching experience. Welcome Tonya! EMS recently celebrated Veterans Day by hosting a Veterans Appreciation Day. There were about 12-14 veterans in attendance; more than expected. 5 of the attendees were active duty Marines who had served in Iraq. The Band and Chorus did a great job! Channel 4 news covered the event. Thanks to the EMS PTA for their support in sending Ms. Hamilton and several EMS teachers to the National Mid- School Appreciation Conference in Philadelphia, PA. The teachers plan to share what they learned with other teachers by putting together “Lunch and Learns”. EMS teacher, Leslie Paine, has already presented one. Next year, the conference will be held in Nashville, TN. The EMS National Junior Honor Society will be on Channel 4 news live from American Furniture due to their efforts to collect food for the Roadrunner food Bank. As of yesterday, they collected 2200 pounds of food compared to 250 pounds that was collected last year. No other APS school has come close to this amount. Good job EMS NJHS! In response to a question concerning how much an Educational Assistant (EA) earns, Ms. Hamilton reported that the amount was $9,000 with benefits for half a year. With the colder weather approaching, Ms. Hamilton noted that EMS takes a different approach to early dismissal than other middle schools. If a student is not signed up for the bus or if an early dismissal form was not completed at registration, then a parent is asked to come in and sign the student out. The parent must go to the student’s first period teacher and sign the student out. Identification is required to sign the student out. It is important that parents know who their student’s first period teacher is. Ms. Hamilton reported that an email is being sent home concerning internet, and the website, myspace.com. In addition, an article concerning same is being placed into the newsletter. The content of these went through APS’s Community Relations Department before being sent. Myspace.com is frequently visited by many middle school students including EMS students. Approximately 40-50 EMS students have profiles on this site. More than 26 million students visit the site which gets more hits than Google. Although the site requires that the user be 14 years of age to sign up and each individual’s profile is supposed to be private, this is not the reality. There are 12 people who monitor this site for millions. Ms. Hamilton noted that this site can put those who use it in extremely compromising situations. Due to her concern for the safety of the students and because she felt that many parents were not aware of the site, she felt it necessary to inform parents. While there are no consequences at school for use of this site, Ms. Hamilton feels strongly that the potential harm from this site needs to be addressed further than the school can take it. Should a parent need help with accessing this site or its contents, they can contact EMS teacher, Cindy Huffstodt at Huffstodt@aps.edu. The email also announces the upcoming parent night which will cover the topic of Internet Safety. The New Mexico Attorney General’s office will be conducting the presentation. Due to the content of the presentation, students or young children should not attend. For planning purposes, an RSVP would be appreciated. Ms. Hamilton further reported that the Middle School Curriculum Board is currently investigating the “connected math” curriculum. EMS math teacher, Valerie Duran, will be visiting Jefferson Middle School to observe its use. Jefferson has been using this curriculum for 6-7 years. “Connected Math” is related to the “Trailblazers” system.

V. EMS Teacher Reports (Cindy Huffstodt): Nothing to report.

VI. Committee Reports (Reports of those requesting to be put on agenda):

A. Community Assistance -
1. Community Assistance - Clothing Bank (Pam Walker) – The EMS student council will be handling the Clothing Bank so that they can get credit for their efforts. They are planning to do a sock drive which will be organized and published in December. During the second semester, they will discuss additional ideas. One idea that is being considered is a “donation for shoes” where students purchase tennis shoe key chains in exchange for a “shoe” which will be placed in a line along a hall. The idea is to have the various grade levels compete against each other for the class that makes the longest shoe path on the wall. Proceeds of the contest will go to the Clothing Bank. In addition, Ms. Schippers has $2,000 from the Student Council that will be donated to the Clothing Bank. Pam Walker will also be organizing a Clothing Drive for the PTA and EMS school parents to participate in.
B. Fundraisers –
1. Magazine Sales (Jane Cook) – Jane reported that magazine sales next year will be roughly the same dates as this school year. Income from this year’s sales was approximately $24,000 to $25,000.

2. Entertainment Books (Delma Wiseley) – This fundraiser went very well and EMS realized sales twice what was expected. Total revenue was $7,200.

3. Smiths/Albertsons (Delma Wiseley) –There are 109 participants in the Smith’s program and $1800 has been received from Smiths.
Albertson’s has not provided information to date. The figures for Albertson’s have not been made available.

4. General Mills (Valerie Duran) - Not present.

B. Health and Safety (Becca Wessleman) – Reported by Delma Madrigal Wisely. With regard to the issue of having a school crossing guard, the thought is that there are not enough dedicated parents interested in taking this project on and in going through the required APS training to do so. Consequently, Becca has requested that the Board check to see if someone would be interested in locating parents who could dedicate their time to this cause. Toni De La O will follow up on this and will contact Tonya Abernathy. In addition, it has been confirmed that the speed limit signs cannot be relocated to assist in slowing traffic down.

C. Hospitality (Shelly O’Hea) –Delma thanked Shelly for doing a great job in putting together the refreshments for today’s meeting. Shelly will also be coordinating a Holiday get together for the Board and will be handling the refreshments for the upcoming Parent Night.

D. Instructional Council – Delma noted that she has attended the last two meetings. Debbie previously reported concerning the “whole child” concept. Last year SBA testing was done for 3 days each week over a 2 week period. This year the testing will be done in a one week period. Math and Reading will be scheduled in the morning. Thirty four evaluations (out of 100) were completed regarding the Team Intervention Day. The majority of these provided positive feedback. Any changes to the Math Program will be decided in 2006-2007 and implemented in 2007-2008. There has been a lot of discussion concerning this issue. Only 50% of EMS students are testing above average in Math.

E. Front Office Volunteers (Lisa Platzbecker) - Not present.

F. Library Services (Book Fair) - (Liz Woodward) – Not present. Cookbooks are available for $8.00 in the library.

G. Membership (Annette Wihl) – Ms. Wihl reported that there were no new memberships in the month since the last meeting, but noted that membership this year has doubled from last year.

H. Newsletter – (Betsy Parker) – One-quarter page ads were made available to sports organizations free of charge for the next issue of the Newsletter. Two organizations have taken advantage of this offer. Information concerning the NM sex offender website and internet safety will be included in the next Newsletter.

I. Recognition - (Annette Wihl) - No report.

J. School Improvement Team (SIT) (Kathy Freeze) - Kathy reported that the halls have become messy lately due to students eating in the hallways. To avoid this problem, the lunch line will close 5 minutes before the bell rings. Tickets for community service will be given if the student is in the hallway without permission with a copy sent home to parents. Although the backpack rule prohibits bringing large purses to school, students continue to do so. The SIT is looking for ideas regarding how to consistently enforce the dress code as well as how to address the issue of students not having enough to do while in SOS. There is a question concerning the library only being open in the morning hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Kathy will look into this further. Kathy also mentioned that some teachers are keeping the students in class late and late passes are not being issued. This issue needs to be addressed with the teachers. Many teachers have expressed concern about fire drills being conducted during the last five minutes of class, therefore Tonya Abernathy is working with Risk Management to develop a better plan.

K. Staff Appreciation (Cathy Smith)- Laura Powers will coordinate baking and distribution of homemade cookies for EMS teachers and staff for the holidays. Another staff appreciation lunch is planned for February.

L. Student Council - Not present

M. Student Store (Lisa Sorensen) - No report.

N. Volunteer List Distribution (Annette Wihl) – No report.

VII. Unfinished Business:
A. Replacement of Officer Dennison (APD Resource Officer) – Annette reported that she was told by the APD officer in charge of the APD Resource Officers that APD is not in the position to replace Resource Officers due to the shortage of police officers in the City and nationwide. It is a program that the Chief of Police would like to keep alive, however it is not feasible at this time. Discussion was held as to whether to pursue the presentation of the Petition to the Mayor. It was decided that it should be pursued. Annette will follow up on this.
B. Parent Education Nights - An Internet Safety Presentation will be conducted by Michael Sisneros of the NM Attorney General’s Office on Thursday, January 19, 2005. Due to the content of this program, only adults should plan to attend.
C. Wish List for “Projects to be decided” funds – There is approximately $8400 for additional projects. Funds were approved for the following: Choices Intervention program- $3000, Basketball B-Team in January- $2000, Screen and Dry Erase Board for Math classroom- $335, Website Software update- $400, Stage Curtain for Library- $300, United Streaming site license- $1800, Office supplies- $100, Rolling Cart and Locking Storage Cabinet for Student Store- $620, Adding machine w/tape printout for PTA fundraisers- $30.
VIII. New Business –
A. Report - Safe Walking to School - November 10, 2005 meeting concerning the “Arroyo Molester”. Annette reported that Mitchell Middle School’s PTA called for a meeting to update parents about the status of the “arroyo molester” who has been approaching children since the end of August 2005. The meeting was also called to discuss ways in which each of us can help to keep our children safe. It was reported that the offender has been known to entice 9 to 12 year old boys on Wednesday afternoons by asking them for help. He has become more brazen in his attempts and has been changing his patterns. APD and APS were present at the meeting and offered suggestions for children who are approached by this person. APD advised that parents instruct their children to distract the offender by making noise and to try to get away. They further suggested that a child should be reminded that adults should never ask a child for help and that children should be encouraged to walk to and from school in groups. Pamphlets and information were distributed suggesting ideas about how to keep children safe. Anyone interested in obtaining the information should contact Annette Wihl, EMS PTA.

IX. Announcements –
A. EMS PTA Holiday Get Together - One of the board members offered to host the PTA Holiday Get Together at her home on December 9, 2005.
B. Board Meeting - Friday, January 13, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. in the Teacher’s Lounge.
C. General Meeting – The next General session will be held on an evening in February 2006.

X. Additional Business
A. No further business came before the meeting.

XI. Adjournment – There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 2:35 p.m.

Submitted by:

_______________________________
Annette T. Wihl, Secretary
January ____, 2006

Approved by:

_______________________________

_______________________
January ____, 2005

EISENHOWER PTA AGENDA
Friday, November 18, 2005
EMS Lounge~ 1:00 P.M.

o CALL TO ORDER, WELCOME, and INTRODUCTIONS - Delma Wiseley
o MINUTES - Annette Wihl
Are there changes to the minutes? Approval of minutes by general consent.
o TREASURER'S REPORT - Julie Hunkle
Accept treasurer's report for filing by general consent.
o EMS ADMINISTRATION REPORTS - Debbie Hamilton
Introduce new Assistant Principal
o EMS TEACHER REPORT - Cindy Huffstodt
o COMMITTEE REPORTS (from committees in attendance)
Community Assistance - Clothing Bank
Fundraisers:
Magazine, Entertainment Books, General Mills, Smith's, and Albertsons
Health and Safety
Hospitality
Instructional Council
Front Office Volunteers
Library Services
Membership
Newsletter
Recognition
School Improvement Team (SIT)
Staff Appreciation
Student Council
Student Store
Volunteer List Distribution

o UNFINISHED BUSINESS
o Replacement of Officer Dennison (APD Resource Officer) - Annette Wihl
Petition update
o Parent Education Nights - Delma Wiseley
Internet Safety- Thursday, January 19, 2006 7:00pm
o Wish-List for “Projects to be decided” funds- Delma Wiseley
Follow-up Discussion and Approval of various projects

o NEW BUSINESS
o Report - Safe walking to school NOV 10 Meeting - Annette Wihl

o ANNOUNCEMENTS
o EMS PTA Holiday Get Together - TBA
o Next Board Meeting- Friday, January 13 at 1:00 in the Teacher's Lounge
(December Board Meeting is cancelled)

o ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
o Is there further business to come before the group?

o ADJOURNMENT

Eisenhower Middle School PTA

General Meeting Minutes
October 14, 2005

In Attendance: Delma Madrigal-Wiseley (President), Cathy Smith (Vice-President), Julie Hunkle (Treasurer), Annette Wihl (Secretary), Debbie Hamilton (Principal), Cindy Huffstodt (Teacher), Pam Walker (Clothing Bank), Lora Ward (PTA Clothing Bank), Chantele (Clothing Bank), Liz Woodward (Library - Book Fair), Kathy Freeze (Citizen's Advisory/Action Council), Becca Wesselman (Health and Safety), Kimberly Whitney.

I. Call to Order and Introductions (Delma Wiseley) - The meeting was called to order at 1:05 p.m. Delma introduced herself as the PTA President, and then introduced the remaining officers.
II. Previous Meeting Minutes (Annette Wihl)- Upon motion of Kathy Freeze to waive the reading of the September 15, 2005 meeting minutes which was seconded by Cathy Smith, the minutes were approved by general consent as is.
III. Treasurer's Report (Julie Hunkle)
The Treasurer's Report was accepted for filing by general consent. Most of
this month's revenue is from the sale of Entertainment Books. The bank
charges (per item fee) is a mistake on the part of the bank and should be
corrected.
IV. EMS Administration Reports:
A. Principal - Ms. Hamilton again thanked the PTA for all that has been
done including the fundraisers, the DQ rewards, and their daily support. John Glaser, EMS assistant principal, has returned to teaching at a local charter school. His position has been posted and closes next Friday. Due to budget cuts, the intervention program was cut. Parents were notified and expressed interest in participating in the program via the after school program, “Choices”. Ms. Hamilton requests $3000 from the PTA to fund this. She attended the principal's meeting at Truman Middle School and APS is not funding the B-team basketball program. Since most schools are interested in continuing the program, they are trying to fund it themselves. She requests $2,000 from the PTA to fund this program which will start in January 2006. Ms. Hamilton recently attended the IC Retreat concerning the Education Plan for Student Success (EPSS) and one of the goals discussed for EMS was academic in nature, with the focus being on writing. In addition, alternative scheduling is being reviewed. This would entail having 1st period through 7th period for three week periods and then switching the schedule to 7th period through 1st period for three week periods to accommodate students being more tired and less able to concentrate toward the end of the day. Also being investigated is implementation of mini courses. This would entail modifying the schedule to four periods per day for twice the amount of class time as usual. Parents will be asked to assist in teaching various mini courses that are still to be determined. The idea is that middle school is a very important time for students and in the midst of standardized and high stakes testing, the whole child (emotional, physical, and academic) is not being addressed. Lastly, there is talk about implementing a new math curriculum district wide for the 2007-2008 school year. There is a push to investigate math reform curricula such as “connected math” which is research based vs. test book based. Ms. Hamilton reported that EMS teachers are motivated and concerned about the well-being of the students. Sally Hunter has looked into the issue of having parents volunteer to act as school crossing guards. This is something that can be done and APS will train the volunteers. Volunteers must go through a clearance at a cost of $35 per volunteer.

V. EMS Teacher Reports (Cindy Huffstodt): Cindy Huffstodt has obtained additional signatures on the SRO petition, she will continue to circulate the petition. Teachers are requesting that the PTA consider funding the Computer Tech position. Currently, Peggy Roberts is working _ time, but there are 25 machines which could use full time support. Figures to be obtained and reported at later date. The math department has received funds from the mill levy. Math teacher, D. Rolfs is in need of a pull down screen and 30 individual dry erase boards with markers and erasers. Cost to be provided by Valerie Duran. Annual Science software is also needed. Ms. Huffstodt reports that it is harder to obtain funds for the school due to the supply budgets being decreased throughout APS. Discussion concerning implementation of lab fees.

VI. Committee Reports (Reports of those requesting to be put on agenda):
A. Community Assistance -

1. Community Assistance - Clothing Bank (Pam Walker, Lora Ward, and
Chantele) - The clothing bank is in their 55th year after starting
in 1950. Last year the clothing bank spent $41,000 on clothing after receiving an average of $65,000 in donations. The average spent per student is $4334. More money is needed to fill the gap. The bank reports that “stylish” clothing is in need and is always important for children. Coats, of all sizes, are also in high demand. Various ideas were discussed concerning a Fall and Spring drive to collect the above referenced clothing, and other items such as baseball caps, hair accessories including hair dryers, underwear (new), and shoes. One idea that was strongly considered was to send home a “Raleys” grocery store bag (to be donated by Raleys) for the students to fill and return. To collect funds for the clothing bank, the idea of setting up a “wishing well” or selling a small item in the student store was discussed. Pam Walker will coordinate these events. A list of ideas was presented to the PTA. The EMS PTA presented the Clothing Bank with a check for $500.00. Volunteers will be needed to sort and repair items received.

B. Fundraisers -
1. Magazine Sales (Jane Cook) - No report.

2. Entertainment Books (Delma Wiseley) - This fundraiser went very well. The sales goal was 300 books, and 600 were sold. Total revenue was $7,200. Good job EMS!.

3. Smiths/Albertsons (Delma Wiseley) -A $1200 check has been received from Smiths. As of this meeting, nothing has been posted for Albertson's, but funds are expected.

4. General Mills (Valerie Duran) - Valerie Duran will be posting when this
will be underway.

B. Health and Safety (Becca Wessleman) - Internet safety was discussed at length. The issue of crossing guards was previously discussed. The new back pack policy is going well. Changes have been made recently in the school menus and include more junk. Efforts are being made to get the menu back on track with health in mind.

C. Hospitality (Shelly O'Hea) - Not present.

D. Instructional Council - Previously reported by Ms. Hamilton.

E. Front Office Volunteers (Lisa Platzbecker) - Not present.

F. Library Services (Book Fair) - (Liz Woodward) - The book fair will be held November 30 through December 2. Volunteers are needed to set up on 11/29/05, cleanup (1/2 hr. on 12/02/05) and to work shifts on 12/01/05 though 12/02/05. 3 volunteers will be needed per 2 hr shift.

G. Membership (Annette Wihl) - Ms. Wihl reported that membership forms are still trickling in. EMS has exceeded their goal for membership and now has 207 members.

H. Newsletter - (Cathy Smith reporting for Betsy Parker) - Another newsletter will be going out in December with a late November 2005 deadline for submittals. Volunteers are still needed to 1) coordinate mailing and 2) provide assistance to the coordinator.

I. Recognition - (Annette Wihl) - No report.

J. School Improvement Team (SIT) (Kathy Freeze) - Meeting was discussed. Ms. Freeze reported on Veteran's Day activities. A fee for classes was also discussed, as was the use of the school's laminator.

K. Staff Appreciation (Cathy Smith)- A lunch for staff will be held next Tuesday.

L. Student Council - Not present

M. Student Store (Lisa Sorensen) - Not present.

N. Volunteer List Distribution (Annette Wihl) - Volunteers are still needed to help Ms. Heckes in the library, to assist with the Book Fair and to assist with the Clothing Bank.

VII. Unfinished Business:
A. Replacement of Officer Dennison (APD Resource Officer) - Deferred.
B. Petition Update - Kathy Freeze will assist with this effort and will attend meeting to present Petition. She suggested that the President of the Student Council should also be invited to attend the meeting.
C. Parent Education Nights - Not discussed. Internet Safety program is being planned.
VIII. New Business -
A. Guest Speaker - Lora Ward from BCCPTA Clothing Bank - See above for information presented.
B. Wish-List for “Projects to be Decided” funds- Delma Wiseley provided a wish list for “projects to be decided” funds.

IX. Announcements -
A. Board Meeting - A Board Meeting is currently scheduled for Friday, November 18, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. in the Teacher's Lounge.

B. General Meeting - The next General session will be held on an evening in February 2006.

X. Additional Business
A. No further business came before the meeting.

XI. Adjournment - There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 2:15 p.m.

Submitted by:

_______________________________
Annette T. Wihl, Secretary
November ____, 2005

Approved by:

_______________________________

_______________________
November ____, 2005

EISENHOWER PTA AGENDA
Friday, October 14, 2005
EMS Lounge~ 1:00 P.M.

o CALL TO ORDER, WELCOME, and INTRODUCTIONS - Delma Wiseley
o MINUTES - Annette Wihl
Are there changes to the minutes? Approval of minutes by general consent.
o TREASURER'S REPORT - Julie Hunkle
Accept treasurer's report for filing by general consent.
o EMS ADMINISTRATION REPORTS - Debbie Hamilton
o EMS TEACHER REPORT - Cindy Huffstodt
o COMMITTEE REPORTS (from committees in attendance)
Community Assistance - Clothing Bank
Fundraisers:
Magazine, Entertainment Books, General Mills, and Smith's and Albertsons
Health and Safety
Hospitality
Instructional Council
Front Office Volunteers
Library Services (Book Fair)
Membership
Newsletter
Recognition
School Improvement Team (SIT)
Staff Appreciation
Student Council
Student Store
Volunteer List Distribution

o UNFINISHED BUSINESS
o Replacement of Officer Dennison (APD Resource Officer) - Annette Wihl
Petition update
o Parent Education Nights - Debbie Hamilton

o NEW BUSINESS
o Guest Speaker- Lora Ward from BCCPTA Clothing Bank
o Wish-List for “Projects to be decided” funds- Delma Wiseley

o ANNOUNCEMENTS
o Board Meeting for November - Friday, November 11 at 1:00pm in Lounge

o ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
o Is there further business to come before the group?

o ADJOURNMENT

Eisenhower Middle School PTA

General Meeting Minutes
September 15, 2005

In Attendance: Delma Madrigal-Wiseley (President), Cathy Smith (Vice-President), Toni De La O (Vice President), Julie Hunkle (Treasurer), Annette Wihl (Secretary), Debbie Hamilton (Principal), John Glaser (Assistant Principal), Cindy Huffstodt (Teacher), Tim Wiseley, Sherri Wells, Cynthia Lynch, Shelly O'Hea, Jane Cook, Monica Arli

I. Call to Order and Introductions (Delma Wiseley) - The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. Delma introduced herself as the PTA President, and then introduced the remaining officers.
II. Previous Meeting Minutes (Annette Wihl)- Upon motion of Debbie Hamilton to waive the reading of the October 12, 2005 meeting minutes which was seconded by Toni De La O, the minutes were approved by general consent with one change noted (See Section IV - EMS Administration Reports: 972 changed to 932).
III. Treasurer's Report (Julie Hunkle)
The Treasurer's Report was accepted for filing by general consent.
IV. EMS Administration Reports:
A. Principal - Ms. Hamilton noted that the PTA has done a lot this year.
Thank you. She also expressed thanks to the EMS chorus teacher for her coordination of a signing around the flagpole which was done in recognition of the 183rd Birthday of the Star Spangled Banner. EMS is the only mid-school to recognize to this. She reported that the school's numbers are down, therefore the school has lost one intervention program because it could no longer afford it and the District did not fund it. A final budget is not yet available, but it is anticipated that a teacher will be lost in the literacy intervention program. This amounts to an approximately $90K budget loss, of which $50K is a teacher). Further, supplies will be cut to a minimum. A final budget is expected in a week. She noted that the uncertainty is making this a difficult time for the staff. Ms. Sorensen inquired about the possibility of a parent led reading program, but Ms. Hamilton indicated that it was not possible at the mid-school level due the curriculum. She did report that they are looking at doing something through the Choices Program. All the schools in the district are losing budget because the enrollment is decreasing and the numbers are based on a per unit basis. A continued drop in enrollment is anticipated due to the aging neighborhood, unless there are boundary changes. EMS did take some transfers (11 7th graders, 22 6th graders and 0 8th graders). The 8th grade is at the maximum level at this time. In addition, EMS accommodated 6 or 7 students from New Orleans as a result of Hurricane Katrina. A decision will need to be made concerning when to decide whether or not to take future transfers.

B. Assistant Principal: Mr. Glaser reported that magazine sales went well. A-season basketball will be starting soon with the first meeting expected on October 3, 2005, the first practice on October 10, 2005 and the first game on October 24, 2005. Games may be on Tuesdays and Thursdays. He reported that the new teacher workroom, which took a couple of years to get, has been completed and there is much more room now.

V. EMS Teacher Reports (Cindy Huffstodt): Cindy Huffstodt reported that she has informed the teachers that she is acting as the teacher representative to the PTA. Any requests or concerns can be directed to the PTA through Ms. Huffstodt.

VI. Committee Reports (Reports of those requesting to be put on agenda):

A. Fundraisers -

1. Magazine Sales (Jane Cook) - A $53 deposit plus approximately $4K in online sales for a total of $57 is anticipated. EMS receives 40% of magazine sales and 35% for general merchandise. The net sales amount to 37%. Ms. Cook thanks the phenomenal staff and volunteers for their support. She also thanked Mr. Glaser for his always being there to help.

2. Entertainment Books (Delma Wiseley) - The “opt out forms” were sent out on Tuesday. Thus far, 40 opt out forms have been returned. The Student Council previously did this fundraiser, but was opened school wide to see the type of results that could be achieved.

3. Smiths/Albertsons (Delma Wiseley) -69 Smith's forms have been returned. With 90-100 participants, EMS can receive the maximum available from Smith's ($1800 every 3 months). 48 Albertson's forms have been returned. Albertson's maximum numbers are similar to those of Smith's. Forms are available in the EMS Newsletter or online. It was noted that Smiths only allows one school to be designated on their card, while Albertsons allows up to 4 schools with proceeds to be split 4 ways.

B. Membership (Annette Wihl) - Ms. Wihl reported that membership is going well and the goal of 200 members has been met. More membership forms are still coming in.

C. Newsletter - (Cathy Smith reporting for Betsy Parker) - Ms. Smith reported that since enough families like the newsletter in print, it is being done in print using recycled newsprint which minimizes waste. The number of pages per newsletter ranges from 16 to 24 pages and there will be 6 newsletters this school year. The most recent newsletter was at a cost of under $500.00 (Postage @ $117.00 and Printing @ $331.25). Volunteers are still needed to 1) coordinate mailing and 2) provide assistance to Cathy Smith.

D. Front Office Volunteers (Toni De La O reporting for Lisa Platzbecker) - This is a new committee this year. Ms. Platzbecker and Ms. Hamilton worked together to coordinate and train volunteers to assist in the main office for a few hours per day.

E. Volunteer List Distribution (Annette Wihl) - Volunteers are still needed to help Ms. Heckes in the library.

F. Clothing Bank (Delma Wiseley reporting for Pam Walker) - EMS is trying to revive this program. Gently used clothing and cash donations are accepted by the BCCPTA Clothing Bank. Pamphlets on table have additional information..

G. Newsletter - (Betsy Parker) - Delma reported in Betsy's absence. A newsletter will be compiled every 2 months and mailed to parents. The cost associated with this is $2,200 per year- a cost of approximately $2.00 per family/EMS staff member per year. It is anticipated that this mailing will increase parent participation.
VII. Officer Reports:
A. President - Ms. Wiseley expressed thanks to the following for jobs well done: Jane Cook (Magazine Sales), Magazine Sales volunteers, Julie Hunkle (Treasurer), John Glaser (SRO Petition), Lisa Platzbecker (Front Office Pilot Program), and Shelly O'Hea (Hospitality).

VIII. Unfinished Business:
A. Replacement of Officer Dennison (APD Resource Officer) - A petition is being circulated which will be presented to the Mayor's office at some future date following the mayoral election. Students wrote letters to the Mayor expressing their thoughts and concerns about this issue. These will be presented to the Mayor's office along with the Petition. Ms. Huffstodt will circulate the petition to those EMS teachers wishing to sign.

B. School Zone Signs - Mr. Glaser will revisit the status of the school zone signs located on the main streets surrounding EMS.
IX. New Business -
A. Budget - Delma Wiseley reported that revenues are $97K of which $41K is available for expenditures. The main changes to the budget are an increase in funds for the hospitality committee in hopes that PTA meeting attendance will increase, and the addition of revenue from the sales of Entertainment Books with the figures based on sales of 300 books. In response to questions concerning the status of Box Tops for Education, Ms. Wiseley noted that there are drop boxes available in the cafeteria for the box tops and that the program is conducted by Valerie Duran (EMS teacher). Also in response to a question, Ms. Hamilton explained that Web training is a packaged program that EMS purchased that involves a 3-day training program for staff. EMS has already trained 3 staff members, and would like to train more. The expenses associated with the program include travel and training. Upon motion by Ms. Hamilton to accept the budget and a second by Cathy Smith, the budget was approved by unanimous vote.

B. Parent Education Night for October - Ms. Hamilton reported that EMS will be conducting parent education nights to cover various topics concerning mid-schools and their students. She reported that the Power of One presentation was recently presented, and that attendance was not as hoped, but that it is anticipated that attendance will increase as EMS conducts more presentations. The next program that is being planned is a program concerning internet safety which will be presented by a Former FBI employee. Ms. Huffstodt suggested that a recap of the presentations be placed in the EMS Newsletter. Another presentation being considered will cover the topic of drugs.

X. Announcements -
A. Board Meeting - A Board Meeting is currently scheduled for Friday, October 14, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. in the Teacher's Lounge.

B. General Meeting - The next General session will be held on an evening in February 2006.

XI. Additional Business
A. No further business came before the meeting.

XII. Adjournment - There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

Submitted by:

_______________________________
Annette T. Wihl, Secretary
October ____, 2005

Approved by:

_______________________________

_______________________
October ____, 2005

Eisenhower Middle School PTA

Regular Meeting Minutes
August 12, 2005

In Attendance: Delma Madrigal-Wiseley (President), Cathy Smith (Vice-President), Toni De La O (Vice President), Julie Hunkle (Treasurer), Annette Wihl (Secretary), Debbie Hamilton (Principal), Marilyn Gruen, Paula Slavin, Tom Billson, Lisa Sorensen, Cindy McDonald, Jane Cook, Becca Wesselman, Charlene Kauzlaric, Kathy Freeze

I. Call to Order and Introductions - The meeting was called to order at 1:05 p.m. Delma introduced herself as the PTA President and introduced the remaining officers.
II. Previous Meeting Minutes - This being the first meeting of the school year, there were no minutes of prior meetings to present or approve.
III. Officer Reports:
A. President - Registration went well this year. Thank you to Lisa Sorensen (Student Store), Toni De La O (Web Day), Cathy Smith (Registration Forms) and Kathy Freeze (Registration Forms).

B. Vice-President - Toni noted that Web Day went well and provided a memo regarding same. She suggested increasing the number of Pizza slices served in the future.

C. Vice-President - Cathy noted that the PTA's location at Registration was appropriate. Having the various PTA flyers in the Student Planners was useful.

D. Treasurer - The bank account balance is approximately $14,000 less expenses for Web day. Audit was completed and it went well. Approximately $4,100 has been received from Student Store.

E. Secretary - Nothing to report at this time.
IV. EMS Administration Reports:
A. Principal - Debbie thanked the PTA for their efforts with registration and the first day of school. She reported that there are more students than projected (970 vs. 972); therefore classes will be leveled in the next few weeks. A firm line will be taken on proof of residence. The no-backpack policy will begin next week. Lockers have been assigned. Debbie has requested that the teachers provide her with a list of their class set of books so that they can be ordered. A lot of time is spent on investigating dress code violations when the primary responsibility is to provide a safe learning environment. Clothing is kept at school for those needing to change. The school accepts donations of clothing (especially shirts) for this purpose. All rules were presented to the students in the assembly today. Dress codes are used in 18 Albuquerque Middle Schools and EMS is drawing the line on violations. The uniform policy was readdressed via a survey at registration. The response was good.

V. EMS Teacher Reports: Not Present

VI. Committee Reports:

A. Citizen's Advisory (Kathy Freeze) - Kathy explained the purpose of the CAC a/k/a Las Montanas. She provided the attached handout which notes the upcoming meetings.

B. Community Assistance - Not Present.

C. Fundraisers -

1. Magazine Sales (Jane Cook) - This year's sales goal is $45,000. Kickoff is August 22nd with turn in date of September 8th and late turn in on September 13th. Funds for same should be available for deposit approximately 1-1 _ months after turn in dates. Volunteers are needed in the a.m. to assist with prize distribution. Order processing takes up to 12 weeks. Online processing is faster.

2. Entertainment Books (Delma Madrigal-Wiseley) - The presale flyer was distributed at registration. Fundraiser will run from 09/19/05 through 09/30/05. In the past this fundraiser was done by the Student Council alone. This year it will be done as a school wide fundraiser in conjunction with the Student Council. Proceeds depend on the number of books sold. Anticipate sales of 260-399 books, therefore proceeds of $8.00 per book sold.

3. General Mills - Valerie Duran was not present. Delma reported that monies received benefit the math department for purchase of supplies.

4. Smiths/Albertsons (Delma Madrigal-Wisely) - This year's goal is to max these out. Smith's maximum is $1800 every 3 months with approximately 100 participants. Information pertaining to Albertsons maximum has not provided to EMS. It was noted that Smiths only allows one school to be designated on their card, while Albertsons allows up to 4 schools.

D. Health and Safety (Becca Wesselman) - No meetings have been scheduled. Meetings will be on the 2nd Wednesdays of the month starting at 3:10 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. and lasting up to 40 minutes with Sally (School Nurse) and Mr. Glaser (Assistant Principal). EMS is still a pilot school with APS for Health and Nutrition. Teachers are encouraged to not use food or candy as rewards. PTA member raised issue of lack of a crosswalk on Spain. Becca will address this at a meeting. Debbie Hamilton notes that the District will not allow staff or parents to supervise at crosswalks due to liability issues. She will verify that this is still correct. Any issues regarding Health and Safety can be directed to Becca.
E. Hospitality - This position remains open.

F. Instructional Council - This position remains open. It meets twice monthly. It is the curriculum making body of the school where issues regarding curriculum are discussed. Meeting dates not yet determined.

G. Front Office Volunteers (Lisa Platzbecker) - This is a new committee this year whereby Lisa will be training parent volunteers to assist in the Front Office.

H. Library Services (Linda Heckes) - Not present.

I. Membership (Annette Wihl) - Annette reported that PTA membership dues are not a fundraiser because EMS PTA is not a PTO. A portion of the $5.00 membership fee is retained by the EMS PTA with the remainder going to the NMPTA and the National PTA. The higher the PTA membership, the more representation the EMS PTA gets at the State PTA meeting. In addition, the EMS PTA receives a break on liability insurance. In order to vote at meetings or sit on the board, one must be a member of the PTA.

J. Newsletter - (Betsy Parker) - Delma reported in Betsy's absence. A newsletter will be compiled every 2 months and mailed to parents. The cost associated with this is $2,200 per year. It is anticipated that this mailing will increase parent participation. Parents have the option of discontinuing every two months.

K. Recognition - Position remains open.

L. School Improvement Team (Kathy Freeze) - Meetings have not yet been scheduled. It is anticipated that meetings will be one time per month after school.

M. Staff Appreciation - Potential committee chairs names were discussed. Cathy Smith will report the status of this at a later date.

N. Student Council - Not present

O. Student Store (Lisa Sorensen) - A volunteer coordinator is still needed.

P. Volunteer List Distribution (Annette Wihl) - Ms. Hamilton will remind the
students to turn in their Volunteer forms.

Q. Web Day (Toni De Lao) - Toni reported that this went well. See Vice-President Report above.

R. Budget Committee - Discussion regarding status of various budget line items. Revenues from Magazine sales are being estimated conservatively due to decreased sales in the prior year. The Clothing Bank has lost all of its funding and they are requesting assistance. Due to lack of response, funds for a hero wall will be discontinued. Funds for the High School Graduation night will also be discontinued this year since they are getting numerous donations from other sources. Funds will be needed to provide refreshments at Parent nights and General Session meetings. A figure for the student planners is still needed. Funds are being requested for Web training for 2 teachers.

VII. Unfinished Business:
A. Unfilled Board Positions - The following positions require volunteers: Hospitality Committee (one position), Instructional Council (one position), Library Services (one position), Recognition (two positions), Newsletter (two positions), Staff Appreciation (one position) and Student Store (one position).

B. Newsletter Update - Refer to Newsletter Committee Report above.

C. Open House - Is scheduled for August 30, 2005 at 7:00 p.m.

VIII. New Business - The Albuquerque Police Department recently informed EMS that a Student Resource Officer will not be returning to EMS. The officer that was present last year, has been reassigned to another middle school and will not be replaced. The PTA encourages parents to contact their City Council persons, the Mayor and the Police Department to request a replacement. EMS does have access to Eldorado High School's SRO on an as needed basis.

IX. Announcements -
A. General Meeting - A General Meeting is currently scheduled for Thursday, September 8, 2005. This date may need to be changed.

B. Power of One Presentation - The Power of One will be presented to students on September 7, 2005. A preview of this presentation for parents will be held in the school gym on Tuesday, September 6, 2005.

X. Adjournment - The meeting was adjourned at 2:45 p.m.

Submitted by:

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Annette T. Wihl, Secretary
September ____, 2005

Approved by:

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September ____, 2005

EISENHOWER PTA AGENDA
Thursday, September 15, 2005
EMS Lounge~ 7:00 P.M.

o CALL TO ORDER, WELCOME, and INTRODUCTIONS - Delma Wiseley
o MINUTES - Annette Wihl
Are there changes to the minutes? Approval of minutes by general consent.
o TREASURER'S REPORT - Julie Hunkle
Accept treasurer's report for filing by general consent.
o EMS ADMINISTRATION REPORTS - Debbie Hamilton and John Glaser
o EMS TEACHER REPORT - Cindy Huffstodt
o COMMITTEE REPORTS (Requested to be on agenda)
Fundraisers
Magazine- Jane Cook
Entertainment Books- Delma Wiseley
Smith's and Albertsons - Delma Wiseley
Membership - Annette Wihl
Newsletter - Cathy Smith
Office Volunteers - Toni De La O for Lisa Platzbecker
Volunteer List Distribution - Annette Wihl
Committee Reports from those not on agenda but wanting to report
o UNFINISHED BUSINESS
o Replacement of Officer Dennison (APD Resource Officer) - Annette Wihl
Petition update

o NEW BUSINESS
* Budget - Delma Wiseley
* Parent Education Nights - Debbie Hamilton

o ANNOUNCEMENTS
* Board Meeting for October - Friday, October 14 at 1:00pm in Lounge
* Parent Education Night for October - Date?

o ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
* Is there further business to come before the group?

o ADJOURNMENT