AHUIMANU OHANA BOARD MEETING
February 10, 2004
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Present
Dawn Ching, James Garrett, Lee Hopkinson, Wayne Iseri, David Lau, Bob Lockyer, Robert Maeshiro, Kendra Sevigny, Kahea (Gisela) Souza, Yvonne Turro, and Leighton Sakamoto
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m.
Approval of Minutes
It was moved by Dawn and seconded by James that the minutes of the January 20, 2004 meeting, with corrections noted, be approved. Motion was unanimously carried.
Treasurer’s Report
February 2004 report distributed and reviewed by Wayne(see attached). It was moved by David and seconded by Kendra that the treasurer's report be approved. Motion was unanimously carried.
President’s Report
Robert Maeshiro, approved as Corresponding Secretary.
Letters to students who wrote thank you cards to Ohana circulated for signature of Ohana Board Members.
Committee Reports:
a. Shirts
Yvonne is officially in charge of t-shirts now including the purchasing of and the new design. Flyer circulated which will be distributed to all classes for the t-shirt design. Yvonne noted she has received several responses for ideas and vendors.
b. SCBM
David reported there was a meeting held on January 27. T-shirt design was discussed and the expiration of the 21st Century Grant for after school programs. Mr. Lockyer noted a one-year extension is being sought and Kent Keith of the YMCA is assisting by looking for possible grants for the school.
c. Workshop
Kendra is still working on a workshop for the spring. Possibly in April after spring break.
d. Membership
No report
e. Student Council
No report
f. PCNC
Per Lee, Paressa is requesting $xxx for Grandparents Day - already budgeted for.
g. Fun Fair
- Ailyn Lum will be helping Angie Pahia to transition in as the new Fun Fair Chair. March 13 is Castle High School's Ohana Bash. Discussion was held as to whether or not the Board would be interested in having a "booth" at the event. No interest was reported. All encouraged to attend and show support.
h. Fall Fundraiser
Kahea reported approximate profit of $xx.xx Kahea is still working on requested refunds and certificates/grants for teachers.
i. Spring Fund Raiser
No date set yet. Kate Alexander will be in charge again.
j. Playground
Leah Sales of 96744 United in Prayer has not gotten back to David yet re: adopting the maintenance of school grounds. We will continue to pay $xx.xx month for maintenance. Mr. Lockyer noted Eagle Scout Keola Kaluhiokalani has expressed interest in performing a eagle scout project. Installation of the tether balls was never completed and was suggested as a project. David will follow-up.
k. Faculty
Leighton noted the teachers have been attending many workshops including writing, reading and response and math workshops. They will attend Nancy Skerritt's workshop on February 17 and she will be helping them with the curriculum. The teachers are looking for a new math program and have representatives from the various text/program providers coming in to make their presentations. The new math program would be for all grade levels. March 10 is tentative goal date to select the new program for next year. Monetary support is being requested from the Ohana to purchase half of the text books. Discussion was held as to the availability of funds and other support possible. It was suggested that the Wog-A-Thon money earned be earmarked to assist in the purchase of the new math program. It was moved by Wayne and seconded by Dawn that the Wog-A-Thon money be used for the assistance in purchasing the new math texts/programs and that a $xx.xx goal be set. The motion was unanimously carried. Leighton will work on appointing a faculty rep to work with the Wog-A-Thon Chair for advertising, etc.
l. Administration
Bob Lockyer
Eagle Scout Project Inquiry - (see Playground)
Discussion re: sensei is being paid to teach the grade K by the 'Ohana and Sensei Morita needs to submit a claim to the 'Ohana to be reimbursed for the time she taught the grade K students.
Beautification Day - Student Council to spearhead.
Custodian (Sharon) expressed her appreciation for the three new weed wackers.
CPAC performance is scheduled for February 25. Ohana has already budgeted $xx.xx for bus fare and admission.
Performance of Leon & Malia (see Request for Funds)
m. Communications
Flyer re: receiving school notices by e-mail was prepared by James and sent home with students. Responses noted.
Request for Funds
Per Lee, Valsey is requesting $xx.xx for child care and refreshments for the Transition to King Intermediate workshop. It was moved by Dawn and seconded by Mr. Lockyer that the motion be approved. Motion unanimously carried.
$xx.xx requested (initiated by Anne Marie) for performance of Leon & Malia at February 25 school assembly to teach students about preservation of Hawaii's natural resources. It was moved by Dawn and seconded by Wayne that the funds be approved. The motion was unanimously carried.
New Business/Parent Concerns
Parking lot/Student Drop off Safety - Discussion was held as to possible ways to address the safety concerns. It was suggested the "drop-off" line be moved up to the end of the cafeteria and that more JPO's be stationed at the beginning of the drop off line to direct traffic and assist in escorting students from their cars. Mr. Lockyer will further investigate and address the problem with the Safety Committee.
YMCA Assistance - Discussion was held as to how the Ohana might be able to assistant the A+ After School Program i.e. providing more facilities, activities, educational/fun materials, etc. Site Coordinator Mary Yadao will be invited to the next Ohana meeting to give suggestions.
Adjournment/Next Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 9, 2004 at 6 p.m. in the school library. The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
The meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by:
Dawn Ching. Recording Secretary
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