PTO minutes 11/19/2013

Hixson PTO Meeting

Meeting Minutes

11/19/2013

6:30 p.m.

 Dr. Jason Heisserer and 6 parent/guardians in attendance

I. Principal Remarks

Dr. Heisserer discussed the reading curriculum from the district in the hopes to increase proficiency. He reported that he continues to see the effects of Rachel’s Challenge and the targeted acts of kindness. Dr. Heisserer also discussed the service projects 10 Thanksgiving baskets for 10 Hixson Families and the Student Council’s food drive. He apologized for not advising parents of the topic for the Pulitizer Foundation presentation. He reported how proud he was of the students, their behavior, and the thoughtful questions that they posed.

II. PTO meeting
October meeting minutes were approved.

Treasurer’s Report

·         Lisa Liss discussed the budget and reported that the balance is $1982.61.

House Tour Update

·         Cathryn Gowan reported that House Tour tickets can now be purchased at Straubs, Rolling Ridge, Mac Hardware, Freddie’s, and in the Hixson office. We are in desperate need of volunteers to serve as Host/Hostesses and to donate food for the Boutique. Please contact Cathryn at cpg228@yahoo.com. We can’t pull off this event without your help so please consider donating some of your time.

President’s Report

·         Tracy Dunlap congratulated Dr. Heisserer on receiving the James M. Holobaugh Honor from Washington University. She reported that we are still looking for someone to chair both the Fundraising and the Student Activities committees.

III. Discussion Topics

Book Fair – The fair made $1020 in books and $720 in cash that will be used towards installing a Smart Board in the Library.

Library – Circulation is continuing to increase.

District – Discussions are on-going to solve the needs of the growing enrollment. No decisions have been made.

Hixson PTO Lunch with the Principal                          Next PTO meeting

December 13^th, 11:30-12:30                                         February 19th, 6:30 p.m.

PTO Minutes 9/17/2013

Hixson PTO Meeting

Meeting Minutes
9/17/2013
6:30 p.m.

Dr. Jason Heisserer and 11 parent/guardians in attendance

I. Principal Remarks

Jason discussed this year’s strong start to school and a successful Open House, the importance of Rachel’s Challenge (including the impact he is already seeing around the building),  and the continuing work on streamlining the website to create one place to find all activity, e.g. homework, blog, etc. He also reported that an email about upcoming conferences will be coming out shortly. Also, that Normandy and Riverview Garden students are acclimating well.

II. PTO meeting

August meeting minutes were approved.

President’s Report

        ·         Tracy Dunlap discussed the proposed budget, Career and Health Day (to be held on a half-day),    fundraising ideas, and the applications for Fall mini-grants will be open soon.

Mrs. Meyer, Synthesis, discussed the 7^th grade science field trip to SLU, which will be on April 13^th. The 8^th grade field trip will be to Springfield, IL.

We are still looking for 3-4 houses for the House Tour. Please contact Leigh Mckittrick or Cathryn Gowan.

 III. Discussion Topics

Umbrella Organization – Jason informed us that we need a Hixson representative from the PTO for the position.

Registration – Since the opt-in registration forms didn’t go as smoothly as hoped, they are considering changing the format to an event similar to the high school. There would be times available to come to the building to turn in forms, purchase P.E. uniforms, take photos, and pick up class schedules.

Open House – It was suggested that all general information be covered in first hour.

Homework – Suggestion to have homework easily searchable or be sent out as texts.

Bookfair – Volunteers are needed for this event. Online sign-ups will be used.

Conference Dinners – The PTO will be providing 2+ dinners for teachers and staff.

 Next Principal’s Coffee                 Next PTO meeting
October 18^th, 8:30 a.m.                  November 19^th, 6:30 p.m.

Webster Holiday House Tour