After Jamee Kelly attended the Executive PTO Treasuer’s meeting today, we held an emergency meeting of the 3 officers(08-09) who could be reached to do so.

Meeting was called to order by Cindy Dehne at 5:15 p.m.

Those involved in the meeting were Cindy Dehne, Jamee Kelly and Mindi Blanchard.

Jamee Kelly informed us that the meeting was called because she had learned today that we had to allocate $1900 of our carry-over money to be spent in this school year.  Because there is only 4 days left of school; we needed to do so immediately.

After much discussion and taking in to consideration all discussion from the last PTO meeting as well as the hiring of a new Principal; we unanimously agreed to allocate $1900 of our current funds to DCMS to be spent on one of the items we had previously been requested to assist in funding.  (notes on items requested in minutes posted from May PTO meeting on DCMS website).

We also agreed that the new officers needed to meet as soon as possible with the new administration and discuss our continuing efforts to raise money for school needs.  We have been building a fund to assist with the “mobile computer lab” IF the technology is in place for this next school year (09-10).  We will spend the money on other needs if the technology needed cannot be in place during the school year (so those students who raised the money will benefit from the money raised). 

Motion to allocate $1900 to the DCMS to be used on student needs by Jamee Kelly.

Second – Cindy Dehne

All approved.

Meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m.

Called to order 9:05

Approval of Minutes – Mindi Blanchard

***posted on website

Paula Wilson motion to approve

Jamee Kelly second

Unanimously approved.

Treasurer’s Report – Jamee Kelly

Mindi Blanchard – motion to approve

Cindy Dehne second

Unanimously approved.

Principals Report – Tim Perdue

Creek Classic Money – staff wants laptop lab

Much discussion on how to spend it.

Cindy Dehne moved that we allocate $14,300 from Creek Classic/school supplies fundraisers from the 08/09 school supplies money  ($5,000) that is leftover -to be determined how to spend after new administration is in place.

                Jamee Kelly second

                Unanimously approved.

Flu epidemic – no news – still waiting – “the show goes on”

                Rescheduling Foundation Awards has not been made yet.

Due to points on athletics this entire year– Suburban Conference Championships for All Sports!!!!

CRT/EOI – Andrea Carpenter did a SPLENDID job spreading out tests, needs etc.  Tests are finishing up.

                Kids were focused, respectful and serious –he was really proud of them.

Planning for next year – been underway for 2 months

               New teachers starting to be hired.  Waiting to see if we will get allocations for a few more teachers

               New section of Social Studies was hired.   Hope to hear by next week if they can hire more.

Web Calendar is being filled out for next year already – did not catch “hacker”; but, have made new safety precautions so that will not happen again.
Scheduling Back To School events and putting on calendar already.

Expects the new principal to be announced soon.  Reuben Bellows has been hired from Yukon as a new Assistant Principal.  Already visiting the schools and getting things together for next year.  He is meeting with incoming 5^th grade students. 

Explanation of his move for family reasons and personal desire to reach “at risk” students.  A sincere thanks from everyone for the best year at DCMS!

Thank you from Mr. Perdue for the ease of working with the PTO – all one goal- the kids! 

Mr. Perdue  has paid for the coffee service this year for his staff.    Parents can donate towards it, PTO can pick it up or whatever.  PTO will probably pick it up.

 Committee Reports –

Creek Classic – Karla O’Hara has not given allocations yet.

Adopt A Teacher – Carol Williams did a splendid job!  Carnations,  punch, cake and cookies – Come & Go – worked out really well.

Hospitality – no report

                Mr. Perdue, Ms. Skinner, and Mr. Blakenship are providing a meal.

                PTO has not done anything. 

                We agreed to host a Check Out Day Meal.

Creek Registry – Paula Wilson will donate $100 worth personally.  Jamee Kelly and Mindi Blanchard agreed to send some as well.

Secretaries Week – Mindi Blanchard – PTO brought them a cookie bouquet.  It was greatly appreciated.

School Supplies – Susie Boyer – going very well.  That money will be designated for the start up of next year (09-10).

New Business –

                Disbursement of Funds – discussed previously

                Installation of 09-10 – welcome to the new officers.

Cindy thanked everyone for an easy year – we had a successful, enjoyable and productive year.She was thanked by all for her commitment, work, and dedication to our school throughout the entire year.

Adjourned – 10:15 p.m

Call to order -   9:10 a.m.  by Cindy Dehne

Minutes – Mindi Blanchard

            Carol Williams made a motion to approve

            Judi Whitton moved to approve

            Approved unanimously

Treasurer’s Report – given by Cindy Dehne as Jamee was coaching an Academic Team in a meet with DCE today.

            Balance - $4898.24

            Mindi Blanchard made a motion to approve

            Carol Williams moved to approve

            Approved unanimously.

School Board – Jan Larsen

            Read some advice her daughter wrote to other parents of middle-schoolers – telling us to hang in there with middle-schoolers and to

             stay involved in their lives

            Brought plans for the new middle school – estimated to be occupied in 2 year.  Judi Whitton – asked if gym will have A/C this time

            Board approved purchase of Compass Learning Pre-K through 12^th – this will be for credit recovery(tutorial) and acceleration for             students.  This will allow us to host our own summer courses.

            Bought another bus and allocated money for another bus driver

            Shawn Blakenship – will be principal in Dibble next year

            Kristi Kringlen – moving to DCE as counselor

            Board approved teachers contracts early this year – teachers have until April to sign contracts on where they will be for next year.

            Carol Williams complimented the Board for not rushing in to hiring a principal just to fill the shoes.

            Lisa Sanders requested that she bring the master plan for the main campus to the next meeting.

Committee Reports –

            Hospitality – Judi Whitton – Jersey Mikes providing subs – parents set up to provide the rest for parent/teacher conferences

            Adopt-a-teacher – Carol Williams – requested that parents keep her informed of any issues (like this month when a parent moved and

                        had not given her notice so a staff member was lost

                        Lisa Sanders – made recommendation that one parent per grade be responsible for this next year

Executive PTO –

            Creek Classic – Cindy Dehne

                        Creek Classic – still needs volunteers

                        Still need timers (Jan Larsen had an email from John Robertson)

            We need slate of officers for next year – any suggestions? 

                        Jamee Kelly said she will run for Treasurer next year.

Principals Report – Mr. Perdue in computer training.  He spoke ahead to time with Cindy Dehne and had nothing to report.

NEXT MEETING:  April 2^nd - 9:00 a.m.

Adjourned 9:40 a.m.

9:00

Cindy Dehne

Introduction of 3 DC BOE candidates for the February 10^th School Board election.

Dr. Danny Barnes – spoke about himself and long history with the district in various capacities and numerous experiences his family has had working with our School District.

Suzanne McGraw – spoke about herself, desire to bring teaching and education background to the School Board and experience in Deer Creek as well as goals for herself if elected.

Rob Talbot – spoke about himself the business experience he hopes to bring to the School Board, numerous volunteer works within Deer Creek and what he hopes to do if elected.

February 4^th at 7:00 p.m. – forum for the candidate sponsored by the Deer Creek Foundation.

All candidates asked for everyone to vote on February 10^th and attend the forum February 4^th if interested in more information on each candidate.

Minutes – verbal from December due to the fact that the meeting was cancelled due to lack of attendance.   Mindi Blanchard gave update as to our reason for no meeting.

Treasurer’s Report – Jamee Kelly – all school supplies sold, deposit to make.

Beckie Cooper moved to approve.  Judi Whitton second.  Unanimous approval.

Principals Report – Mr. Perdue

Report cards went home today.

Goal 99% attendance rate and how they hope to provide incentives to reach that.  Currently, our average is 96.5%.

Worldview Wednesday program – mainstreaming and aligning program with set curriculum – currently working with staff on grade appropriate and varied topics.

 New ideas for each meeting rather than repeated over the 3 years the students are in attendance at DCMS.  Changed to bi-weekly effective immediately.

 No more snacks etc. to avoid the “party” and keep it curriculum based.   Will re-evaluate as the year moves on.

Deer Creek 8^th grade basketball tournament this weekend.

Festival next weekend for basketball – mostly next Friday – JV

Francis Tuttle in-service on Jan. 5^th – discussed partnerships, Gifted and Talented program and how they can assist for Worldview etc.  Working on a Professionalism

Curriculum and expand on GT program.  Will have 2 staff trained and can bring back to incorporate in to our GT program and Worldview classes.  Will start next year and be utilized effectively.

Web Calendar – trying to get everyone used to look at the DCMS calendar.  Utilizing and updating it frequently to avoid confusion and provide more detailed information.

Enrollment will start next month for 5^th graders.  8^th graders will begin transition as well to high school.  Information to come home soon and watch the calendar.

Focus at Board Meetings on facilities and growth.  Anticipate starting on new MS in one year.  Will take 2 years to build.  Located at 224th and Sorghum Mill.

Currently, the 4^th grade class has 100 more students than the biggest class we have ever had.

Creek Registry – thank you from staff.  Mrs. Brehm will put link on our website.

The Hoops program intramural program will be started soon by Mrs. Kringlen for the 5^th and 6^th graders.   A form comes out in February and will start soon after Spring Break

Committee Reports –

Creek Classic – given by Cindy Dehne for Matt Evans   March 7^th, will have the “Market” again, desperate need for donations, expect information soon. Groups within DC can sell their items at the Market.  Discussion on contest at DCMS for enrollment to participate. All people were in attendance want more student participation.

Adopt-A-Teacher – Carol Williams – everyone happy – thanks!

Creek Registry – Mindi Blanchard

 Have received 2 donations, one cash donation and paper good for lounge – will update Registry immediately.

School Supplies – Susie Boyer – teachers given request for next year.

Elizabeth Branham – asked if foreign language being incorporated more next year – Mr. Perdue was unaware of that happening at this time.

Mr. Perdue said they are anticipating needing staff next year and possibly a staff member to teach ½ day of 2 different subjects.

Keyboarding is a need requested by parents – much discussion in this.

Discussion on Technology and how we can improve on what kids do throughout the year from the parents.  The new staff member has had to work hard on getting control behavior-wise so they can begin actual new curriculum.  Many parents have heard this is happening.   Very excited about having Janet Drake.

Jamee Kelly asked if Volleyball would be a sport next year.  Mr. Perdue stated that he anticipated soccer first and then Volleyball; but has no idea what  is being added, if any, yet.

Adjourned – 9:50 a.m.

Next meeting February 5^th at 9:00 a.m.