CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.  Linda Valdez led the Pledge of Allegiance and read the Inspiration.
 
ADOPT AGENDA: Rulla Hernandez moved to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.

GUEST SPEAKER: Erin McDowell from Revolution Prep.  The mock SAT & ACT is a fundraiser for PTSA.  The benefits, besides the practice, are the scores are not reported to the colleges and it’s a real simulation of the actual tests that will provide the strengths and weaknesses to the students.  The mock will provide exposure to both tests, and the students are able to decide which test to take and the more tests that are taken, the better the scores.  All proceeds go to PTSA and no personal information is shared with anyone.

BLUE CREW:
Administration: (Julie Riedmiller)
• Black History will start next week.  Invited speakers are; Rachel Sue, a cancer survivor and her theme is “Never Give Up”.  Derek Clark is a great motivational speaker but needs to request some money, $700.  Rochelle stated that this would fall under Red Ribbon.  Seana Dawson moved to release the funds from the Red Ribbon Account.  Motion carried.
• Prom Scholarships – 7 will be given out, but the student will need to write a letter regarding the financial hardships this event will cause.  Seana Dawsom moved to release $700 from the Health & Welfare fund.  Motion carried.
• Senior BBQ will be held on April 30th.  A list will be given regarding the items needed to Rochelle.  A week of fun activities are planned for the Seniors.  Seana Dawson moved to release $500.  Motion carried.
• Prom Sites are; ’10 Ronald Reagan Library – Air Force One.  ’11 Skirball Cultural Center and ’12 Vineyard (Old Dakota Site) in Simi Valley
Administration: (Glenn Lipman)
• Department Awards will be held sometime in March.  This award will be chosen by the teachers for students with a 3.0 – 3.5 GPA most improved.
• Academic Awards will be held sometime in May.  This award will be to honor as many students with a 3.8 – 4.0 and higher.  It will also be for Academic Teams.  The Awards will be formal and would like to mail invitations to the student’s home.  Some cost will be involved for certificates, pins and invites.
• Tutoring – Approximately 60-90 students are utilizing the library for both Math and English.  Money is needed for food and teacher time and requesting $1200 to be used for Tutoring and $300 for the Awards.  Rulla Hernandez moved to release the funds to be used for the Awards and Tutoring.  Motion carried.
• Creative Bell Schedule – speaking with the Staff about starting school every Tuesday @ 9:am.  The staff, on those days, will be in training from 8:-9:am.  Staff will be voting on the schedule and minimum days will remain every 15 days.
• Kris Wong will be replacing and completing Mr. Fisher’s school responsibilities for the remaining of the school year.  A permanent individual will be hired in the summer.

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Linda Valdez moved to approve the minutes from the November 3, 2009.  Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

FINANCIAL REPORTS:
Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account and ratify checks 1174-1177 from this account.  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the After Prom Account. Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the “B” Account and ratify checks 1249-1250 from this account.  Motion Carried.

AUDIT REPORT:
Cindy Wilson examined the books and found them to be correct.  Rulla Hernandez moved to approve the Audit Report.  Motion Carried.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
• ACHS Teacher, Sue Thee, has purchased 30 necklaces and placed them in the Faculty Lunch Room and all proceeds are being donated to PTSA.  A thank you card should be sent to Mrs. Thee for her contribution.
• ACHS Asst. Principal, Mr. Senasac, purchased the materials for the racks for the PTSA Closet, and Mr. Seidler built the racks on his own time.  Thank you cards should be given to each gentlemen.
• Portable CD (Listening/Language Test) or hand held calculators for PSAT sample tests are needed
• Please check Committee files – Revised Executive Board List and also the November/December Newsletter  

COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Mock SAT & ACT: SAT will be on January 9th and ACT will be on January 16th .
Fundraiser:  a) Verizon has given a check for $500 and $110 is pending and a new  promotional ad is in the works that ends on January 16th.  b) Final Treats will be passed out during first period during Semester Finals for $5/each. c) Local photographer will be donating her time and studio in taking free 8x10 Family Portraits.  A donation of $15 will be taken with all proceeds going to PTSA.  Any pictures bought will be paid directly to the photographer. Expense consists of stamps for the postcards and notices.  Event will be promoted via January/February Newsletter, marquee and March Listserve.  Flyers will be available in the office and teacher boxes.  Deadline is March 11th.  Seana Dawsom moved to release $25 to purchase stamps for mailing.  Motion carried.   



COMMITTEE REPORTS continued:
After Prom:  The After Prom program has received a grant of $3000 and the Roxy Theatre has been reserved and confirmation received.  The event will be held on Memorial Weekend, 5/29.  The first After Prom Meeting will be January 13th.  Julie Riedmiller will be providing a list of vendors that have already donated to ACHS.  This will help in avoiding duplicate solicitation.  Will be stopping by BMW next week and also working with DCH, Julie and Mrs. Maygren with a possibility of a car for this year to be given out.
Grad Night:  Rulla Hernandez confirmed the date of June 10th at Disneyland.  The ticket price will be $115, up by $2.90 from ’09.  Six buses have been reserved and each bus can hold 55 individuals.  Would like to use faculty list first, then parents as chaperones.
Newsletter: Please remove Linda Bossoletti.  Please let friends know to sign up for  Listserve, including incoming freshmen parents.  Go to ACHS’ website  www.camarillohigh.us to view the Newsletter and sign up.
PTSA Closet:  Monica James advised that lots of donations have been received.  Clothes are organized by sizes, but hangers are needed.  Counselors are aware and informing students that qualify.
Reflections:  Please remove-Email received from Linda Narhi . A pizza lunch was provided on December 14th in Miss Berman’s class.  Participating students in the Literature category, 138, and no other for the District.
 
NEW BUSINESS:
Nominating Committee: Lori Colby will oversee the Committee that will choose the ’10-11 PTSA Executive Board.  The slate of officers will be voted on at the March Meeting.  Committee consists of; Rulla Hernandez, Kathy Sizemore, Monica James, Gemma McNelly, Lori Colby and Debbie Callaway will be the alternate.
Bylaws- 12th District would like all PTSA’s to have more Executive Board meetings than Association Meetings.
Open House – PTSA won’t have a drawing raffle at Open House.  The senior class is holding their Silent Auction that night. PTSA discussed other ways to raise money for senior scholarships.  The association decided to sell water and frappuccino throughout the evening.  Seana Dawson moved to sell the beverages.  Motion carried.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by Lorena Fahl


CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:25 p.m.  Linda Valdez led the Pledge of Allegiance and read the Inspiration.
 
ADOPT AGENDA: Seana Dawson moved to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.

BLUE CREW:
Administration: (Ron Fisher)
• In the process of getting the PTSA Minutes online under the HTML format that is currently being used.  The links will allow one to jump from one area to another with  respects to the Minutes and Newsletter.  Thus far, 350 have signed up for ListServe and will check to see after the last Newsletter of other ways for parents to sign up.
Administration: (Julie Riedmiller)
• Red Ribbon Week, October 26 through 30th, was a huge success.  Thanks to all for the  support.   
• Anti-Rio Week will have t-shirts and pens for the Friday Rally.  During the football game, fireworks will be available for every touchdown and is requesting a donation of $100 from PTSA to help in the cost.  Currently has received $1000 from local businesses, of which is becoming extremely difficult, as they want to donate items but not money.  Seana Dawson moved to give $100 to be applied to the fireworks.  Motion carried.
• Prom Theme – “Fly Me To The Moon” – Color Theme of Navy, Ivory and Silver.  Location will be at the Reagan Library, Air Force One.  
• “Bluezilla” Toddler clothing line are now available for sale.
Administration: (Glenn Lipman)
• ACHS is moving forward for a pool and Performing Arts Building which is a 2 year process to complete.  The sites in question are; the lower / upper parking lots and area behind the bus barn.  Soil Samples are important in the testing and have been initialized.  An architect has been hired to work on the plans.  
• Outdoor Theatre has reached a road block.  The City has a problem with a large venue,  theatre screen and billboard.  The City and School District are moving forward and their respective attorneys are currently working together.
• November 6 starts our Home Games with Hueneme and the 13th against Rio Mesa.  The Spartan game can probably reach 6-8,000 people in attendance.  If the team wins, we can win league.  Working hard to make the games a more festive environment and a DJ is working the Home Stand.

 SECRETARY’S REPORT: Seana Dawson moved to approve the minutes from the October 6, 2009.  Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

FINANCIAL REPORTS:
Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account and ratify checks 1166-1173 from this account.  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the After Prom Account. Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the “B” Account.  Motion Carried.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
• Committee Chairs please contact the individuals who requested to volunteer their time.  Please BC: your volunteers and not CC:, as some people like to keep their email addresses private.
• Don’t text or call your children during class time.  If a family emergency arises, please contact the office.
• No meeting in December.  Next Meeting will be on January 5th.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Mock SAT & ACT: Geared for 9-11 graders.  ACT & SAT in January ’10 and the cost of $10/ per test.  Linda Valdez moved to have the registration envelopes mailed to the homes in mid December.  Motion carried.
Fundraiser:  Verizon will be at the Rio Mesa football game between 4:30-7:00 pm for sign ups.  PTSA will receive a check for $500.
After Prom: Debbie Fukutomi has received a grant of $3000 and the Roxy Theatre has been reserved and confirmation received.  The Committee will be needing new parents to work the evening.  Event will be held on Memorial Weekend.  The first After Prom Meeting will be January 13th.  Movie is still unknown.
Grad Night:  Date has been confirmed for June 10th at Disneyland.  The price is currently being reviewed.
Newsletter: There will be no more hard copy newsletters.  One needs to sign-up on ListServe.  Go to ACHS’ website www.camarillohigh.us to view the Newsletter.
PTSA Closet:  Monica James advised donations have been received by Patagonia ie; clothes and jackets.  Will be needing clothes racks and will be checking with the Wood Shop and Mr. Senasac will be assisting.  Items needed are girls tennis shoes size 8.  Possibility Target might sell clothes rack – hopefully, they’ll donate.
Reflections:  Linda Narhi stated that no participation has been noted by the Art Teachers.  The deadline is November 4th

NEW BUSINESS:
Music Boosters: Rhonda Hardi. Music Boosters are pursuing selling tile paintings to the Senior Class with the possibility of laying them in the planter in front of the office.  The firing of the tiles are free.  Can other Classes be involved in selling tiles to?  Can raffles be done during lunch?  Will be giving particulars to Mr. Lipman.  

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by Lorena Fahl

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA

   Association Meeting
May 5, 2009

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:37 p.m.  Rhonda Hardi led the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions were made, and Linda Valdez read the Inspiration.
 
ADOPT AGENDA:  Seana Dawson moved to adopt the agenda.  Motion carried.

BLUE CREW:
Administration: (Glenn Lipman)
• Imax – Texas Instrument format.  Initial meeting with the Board in June.
• ACHS will be presented the CA Distinguished School Award at Disneyland. Rochelle Sullivan will represent PTSA along with 24 other representatives.  All will be riding a bus to the presentation site.  ACHS can’t apply for the next 4 yrs. 
• Star Testing – The students are excited about doing well during the testing.  Current API score is 797 and the goal is 850. 
• Jody Dunlap – OUHSD Superintendent – will be retiring on June 30th.  A replacement is currently being sought.
• No Sophomore / Freshman Soccer for the ’09-10 year – no teams being represented in other schools.
• Graduating Seniors with a 4.0 GPA will be recognized as “Honor” and will receive a gold tassle and cord.  Seniors with a 5.0 GPA will be recognized as “High Honors” and will be able to give speeches.

Administration: (Julie Riedmiller)
• Senior Event Speaker – Derek Clark – message “I will never give up” was a very positive speaker to the Seniors.  Considering inviting him for next year’s Senior Event.
• Prom will be held at the Ronald Reagan Library from 7:pm to 12:am.  Pictures will be taken at ACHS during 4:pm to 6:pm in the Wrestling Room.
• S.A.D.D.  Chapter – Students Against Destructive Decision – has started a chapter at ACHS.  The ASB President, Vice President and ASB Advisor will be traveling to Washington DC during the summer.  Approximately $400 has been raised.
• June 18th is Graduation @ 1:30 pm

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Linda Valdez moved to approve the minutes from April 7, 2009.  Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

FINANCIAL REPORTS:
Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account and to ratify checks 1147-49 from this account.  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the “B” Account and to ratify checks 1241from this account.  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the “After Prom” Account and to ratify checks 721-722 from this account.  Motion Carried.
 
PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
• June PTSA Meeting conflict with the Spring Sports Award.  Kim Marczuk moved to re-schedule the meeting time from 6:30 pm to 5:30 pm.  The meeting place will remain the same.  Motion Carried.
• Counselor Marisa Stuteville has requested PTSA’s assistance to purchase a yearbook for a needy student.   Rulla Hernandez moved to use $100 from the Basic Unit Account.  Motion Carried.
• Mr. Fisher will start a location on campus that will be used to house clothes for students that are in need.  The student nurse is the individual that identifies the students in need of P.E. clothes.  PTSA was providing $600 for Health & Welfare which was being used for PE clothes.  Principal Lipman has stated that this is no longer needed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

After Prom Party:  The cost for each student is $10 and no guest over 21 is allowed. If student volunteers show up on the night of the event and aren’t scheduled, their parent will be phoned and advised of the student’s location.  The parent has the choice to either allow or pick up their son/daughter at the Roxy Theatre. 
Grad Night: 192 tickets have been sold and there are four full buses.  Teacher and adult volunteers are needed.
Grade Level Representative: Junior Class will be selling water and flowers at graduation and will be located at the lower and upper bleachers from 1:-4:pm.  On June 3rd, this Class will be having a movie night at the Roxy Theatre - the movie “Up” will be showing.  The tickets are $10/eachwhich includes a small popcorn.  The theatre will hold 280 patrons.  May 8th, this Class will also be selling pasta, salad and bread for $3 during International Day 

CONTINUED BUSINESS:

• Saturday Get Together – Selling breakfast for $5 and a yard sale that will benefit all clubs and groups of ACHS. There was no additional discussion.
• Summer Mailer - $2000 was approved for the project to be completed for the ’08 school year.  Linda Valdez moved to approve $2000 for the ’09 school year’s summer mailer.  Motion Carried.



ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:p.m.
Respectfully submitted by Lorena Fahl
 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA
Association Meeting
April 7, 2009

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m.  Ron Fisher, Asst. Principal led the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions were made, and Linda Valdez read the Inspiration.
 
ADOPT AGENDA:  Seana Dawson moved to adopt the agenda.  Motion carried.

BLUE CREW:
Administration: (Glenn Lipman)

Administration: (Ron Fisher)

Special Presentation: (Reflection Award)

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Linda Valdez moved to approve the minutes from the March 3, 2009.  Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

FINANCIAL REPORTS:

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

 

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:p.m.
Respectfully submitted by Lorena Fahl
 

 

 

 Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA
Association Meeting
March 3, 2009

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.  Rulla Hernandez led the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions were made, and Linda Bossoletti read the Inspiration.
 
ADOPT AGENDA Cindy Wilson moved to adopt the agenda.  Motion carried.

BLUE CREW:
Administration: (Glenn Lipman)
• Distinguished school visit is March 3, 2009.  
• Future checks from Pleasant Valley Mobil gas station was declined, because of too many strings. Not in the best interest of the students.
• School Mission and Vision statement was discussed.

ASB:  (Julie Riedmiller)
• Grad Night prices $100 through 3/09; thereafter, $115 through 4/09 and will be granting scholarships. Buses leave school at 8:30.
• Senior activities during STAR testing April28-30 & May1st.
• 2009 Prom will be held at the Ronald Reagan Library – Learning Center
• Freshman and sophomores will get an agenda book for 2009-2010 school year.
• Sadie Dance will be March 20
Susan Uchiyama moved to donate 500.00 dollars to ASB for senior Activities STAR testing Motion carries
Rulla Hernandez moved to release funds of 500 dollars for senior BBQ   Motion carries
Rulla Hernandez moved for five scholarships for tickets for Prom form the Health and welfare account.   Motion carries.

 SECRETARY’S REPORT: Joanna Karr moved to approve the minutes from the January 6, 2009.  Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

FINANCIAL REPORTS:
Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account and to ratify checks 1140-1140 from this account.  Motion Carried.
Rulla Hernandezmoved to approve the “B” Account and ratify checks 1236-1237. Motion Carried.
 Joanna Karr Moved to approve Revolution Mock ACT fundraiser to take place on April 4, 2009. PTSA will receive a donation of 10 dollars for each student who signs up.

PTSA Board Election:  Lori Colby moved to approve the slate of nominated  PTSA officers for 2009-2010 school years. Motion Carried.




PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
• PTSA will work the ticket booths for the 4th of July fireworks show for a 1000 dollar donation.
• Donation of Computers with XP, No older then 5 years, to PTSA for students that don’t have one at home.
• Volunteers for the incoming freshmen night.
• Amgen sent a check for 1200 dollars. For Linda Narhi’s volunteer hours
• Next Association Meeting on April 7, 2009

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

After Prom Party:   There will be two in May (6th & 13th) with Prom on 5/16.  Meetings will start at 6:30 pm in the library.  Grant, for the City of Camarillo and Meadowlark, was submitted by Debbie. Steve Thomas may donate 1000 dollars in lieu of a car. But this has not been confirmed. Donation letters have been sent out. Some calls have been made.
 
Campus beautification:  Due to budget constraints the improvement of the grass area in front of the school has been put on hold.  Kim Marczuk made a motion to approve past and future money raised from the Albertson’s community partnership program will go to purchasing document cameras for the school. Motion carried.

Enchilada Fundraiser :  Wells Fargo is no longer reimbursing PTSA for supplies.

Grade level representatives: Junior class will be holding a silent auction at Open House on April 2nd. They still need auction items. Carol Evans has requested PTSA to donate two Grad Night tickets to the auction. Rhonda Hardi moved to approve that donation of the two Grad Night tickets Motion carried.
Scholarships : Application will be available in the College and Career center starting April 20th. Student must be a PTSA member to be eligible.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 p.m.

Yours faithfully Linda Westbrook

 

 

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA
Association Meeting
January 6, 2009

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.  Lori Colby led the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions were made, and Linda Valdez read the Inspiration.
 
ADOPT AGENDA: Judy Ross moved to adopt the agenda.  Motion carried.

BLUE CREW:
Administration: (Glenn Lipman)
• PTSA provided food & raffle prizes for the staff’s holiday festivities.  The staff was very appreciative as the first part of the year was very stressful. 
• There are dedicated ACHS teachers that allow students to hang out or are tutoring during lunch in their classrooms.  All teachers are looking for and meeting the needs of all students on campus. 
• ACHS has applied for the CA Distinguished School, as they meet the criteria to be named
• Second Semester schedules will be handed out and expect change requests from the students
• District is moving in a positive direction.
• Cahsee Testing for Sophomores in 3/09.  Approximately 90% pass the Math and 93% the English
• 40 Guests from Japan this Friday, 1/9/09

ASB:  (Julie Riedmiller)
• Grad Night prices $100 through 3/09; thereafter, $115 through 4/09 and will be granting scholarships.
• 2010 Prom will be held at the Ronald Reagan Library – Air Force One
• 2009 Prom will be held at the Ronald Reagan Library – Learning Center
• Donated dresses will be accepted for the Prom and needs all sizes
• After Prom – the first meeting will be next week – 1/14/09 – No Theme at this time and will be held at the Roxy Theatre
• Sadie Dance will be March 09

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Seana Dawson moved to approve the minutes from the November 3, 2008.  Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

FINANCIAL REPORTS:
Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account and to ratify checks 1136-1139 from this account.  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the “B” Account.  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the After Prom Account.  Motion Carried.
 PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
•  Food and clothing have been donated by Association Members for different families that are in need and have made various visits to give donations.
•  Breakfast was given to the ACHS Staff along with raffle gifts.  Thank you card signed by the staff was passed around to read.
•  A Council Meeting will be on 1/9/09 @ 10:am.  Would like to know if someone is able to attend.
•  Continue to drop off gas receipts at either Pleasant Valley Mobile Gas Station or the school office which can result in an annual $500 check to the school.
•  No Association Meeting in February ’09 due to Bylaws
•  Next Association Meeting on March 3, 2009

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

After Prom Party:  First meeting will be 1/14/09 and followed by monthly meetings with the exclusion of the double meetings in May (6th & 13th) with Prom on 5/16.  Meetings will start at 6:30 pm in the library.  Grant workshop, for the City of Camarillo, will be due at the end of January ’09 – needs to submit the budget along with current financials.  Also contacting Meadowlarks for grants and they will be deciding in March ’09 who will be receiving the grants.
Mock SAT’s: Will be held at ACHS on January 10th for Juniors and Sophomores.  Only 30 families have responded and this could be that the envelopes were mailed later than expected.  The cost is $10/student.
Grad Night: Price is $100 until 3/09 and then the price will be $115 in 4/09.  Would like to grant scholarships, gave 10 tickets last school year.  Will be advertising in Newsletter and posters throughout the school.  Grad Night will be on June 11th starting at 8:pm.
Reflections: More than 100 entries and all families were impressed.  District awarded 4 awards each to Literature and to Photos.  A reception will be held on January 20th in the school building – Ventura Office of Education @ 6:pm and the awards at 7:pm and will start preparing for next year.
Newsletter:  Articles are due by January 8th for the January/February newsletter.  Consider newsletter deadlines when writing articles for the newsletters, so turn in early.  There are five newsletters mailed within the school year, September, November, January, March and May.

NEW BUSINESS:
•  Lori Colby will be asking five Executive Members to work on the ’09-10 Executive Board Committee and will meet shortly.
 
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:43 p.m.

Respectfully submitted by Lorena Fahl
 

 

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA
Association Meeting
November 3, 2008

 

BLUE CREW:
Administration: (Glenn Lipman)

ASB:  (Julie Riedmiller)

 

FINANCIAL REPORTS:

 PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

NEW BUSINESS:

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo

High School PTSA

Association Meeting

 

October 7, 2008

 

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m.

  Linda Valdez led the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions were made, and Linda Valdez read the Inspiration.

 

ADOPT AGENDA: Seana Dawson moved to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.

 

 

BLUE CREW:

 

Administration: (Glenn Lipman)

• School is going well. Students are engaged in class, cultural and academics

• No Faculty Meetings are scheduled

• ACHS to give best education possible and break 800 barrier.

• Graduation will be held on

June 12, 2009  @ 2:30 pm  and not @ 6:pm as last year to avoid last year’s atmosphere (football game vs a commencement environment)

ASB: (Rochelle Sullivan for Julie Riedmiller)

• Friday, October 10^th, is Oktoberfest

• October 13^{th -} Homecoming Nominations

• October 20^{th –} Homecoming Voting

• November 8^th – Homecoming Dance – Theme is “Golden Age of Glamour”

 

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Seana Dawson moved to approve the minutes from the

September 2, 2008

with the correction under Committee Reports, “Membership” to read Members and under “Reflections” to read needs.  Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

 

FINANCIAL REPORTS:

Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account and to ratify checks 1130-1133 from this account.  Motion Carried.

Judy Ross moved to approve the “B” Account and to ratify check 1230 from this account.  Motion Carried.

Judy Ross moved to approve the After Prom Account. Motion Carried.

 

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

• Committee Chairs need to contact the individuals who requested to volunteer their time • Back To School Night was a huge success.  PTSA received 49 new members, raised $335 -Arm Chair and $5800 – Silent Auction.

• Not All Executive Members have joined PTSA, and must join

• Mr. Lipman is requesting 100% of all Staff to participate in PTSA

• Committee Members must join PTSA

• Parent has written a letter to request financial assistance for her daughter that is on the  Cheerleading Squad.  The total cost is $1257.16.  Her daughter has raised some funds, but still has an outstanding balance of $357.16.  Seana Dawson moved to give $100 to help the student from the “B” Account (Student Health & Welfare) as it was done last year.  Motion Carried.

• Next month, the Association Meeting will be on 11/3 and not 11/4 because of Election Day.  On 11/3, there will be 2 meetings, Executive Meeting starting @ 6:15 pm  to approve the 8/20 Executive Meeting minutes, and the Association Meeting starting @ 6:30 pm .

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Macy’s: Tickets are $10/each to be used on November 22^nd.  ACHS PTSA keeps the money for the tickets sold.  One purchase of $25 or more, will receive a discount of $10.  If one can’t make the 11/22 day, one is able to pre-purchase items 10 days prior to the event.  A flyer will be in the Newsletter and in Staff boxes.

Silent Auction: Amount raised $5,851 – a huge success.  Other school organizations are interested in using the services of the company that PTSA hired. The monies raised from the silent auction were going to be used to purchase additional computers for the Mobile Computer Lab.  Mr. Lipman has requested if the monies can be used for Doc cameras and LCD Projectors.  These items will get more usage than the Mobile Computer Lab, and all Social Science Departments currently have these items.  These items would benefit the Science and Math Departments as well.  The Doc cameras and LCD Projectors cost less ($700-800) and would get more usage.  Lori Colby moved to approve the usage of the amount raised for the Doc cameras and LCD Projectors.  Motioned carried.  The families will be notified of the change in the Newsletter as to where the money was spent.

Arm Chair: Amount raised $5,400, and still expect to receive additional donations.

Grade Representatives:

Junior Class: Oktoberfest will be October 10^th and will be selling Pasta Salad and Bread from Milano’s for $3.  There will be a Movie Night in December and a Silent Auction at the next Open House

Freshmen & Sophmore Class: Yard Sale on October 11^th from 7:am – 12:pm.  Please see Julie Riedmiller if you would like to donate.  The profit will be divided equally between the classes for their Prom

 Membership:  Karen Bratton stated that membership is down and currently have 550.  All Seniors who apply for a scholarship, must be PTSA members.  However, profits in the Arm Chair and Silent Auction have increased.  Received $250 from Welcome Driver Online and $239 from Albertsons.  Membership cards will be available next month, November ’08.

Red Ribbon:  Linda Westbrook and Rochelle Sullivan advised that the original date was October 19-26, but has been changed to October 27-30 because of 10/22 – No School and 10/23 – Minimum Day.  Mrs. Maygren’s students in periods 2, 3 & 5 and ASB 4th period students, will be helping in the parking lots tying the ribbons on cars.  CYA will be speaking on 10/29 during 2 & 3 period with respects to their life choices – peer pressure.  Lori Colby moved to donate $100 to CYA and $350 for Red Ribbon to purchase wrist bands, pencils and red ribbon for a total of $450.  Motion Carried.

Reflections: Linda Narhi needs volunteers to judge, 11/3.  The theme is “WOW”.  The event will be held @ ACHS.  Reception will be held on December 2^nd @ ACHS. Council judging will be held a week before Thanksgiving.  Kids just need to fill out the entry form.

 

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted by Lorena Fahl

 

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA

Association Meeting

 

September 2, 2008

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m.  Linda Valdez led the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions were made, and Linda Valdez read the Inspiration.
 
ADOPT AGENDA: Seana Dawson moved to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.

BLUE CREW:
Administration (Glenn Lipman):
• All Sub Groups went up / ESL – up by 78 pts
• InService Days are being worked on
• ACHS to give best education possible and break 800 barrier.
• API Score - 797

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Seana Dawson moved to approve the minutes from the June 3, 2008 with the correction from “roof” to room location.  Judy Ross, second.  Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

FINANCIAL REPORTS:
Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account Year-End Treasurer’s Report – Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account and to ratify checks 1126-1129 from this account.  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the After Prom Account and to ratify checks 714-716 from this account.  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the “B” Account and ratify checks 1228 & 1229 from this account.  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account (7/1-8/31/08).  Motion Carried.
Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account “Budget” (2008-09). Motion Carried.

AUDIT REPORT:
Barbara Wagner presented the audit.  Barbara moved to approve the audit. Motion carried.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
 Committee Chairs need to contact the individuals who requested to volunteer their time by helping with certain committees.
 2 Tables for Back to School Night in front of the gym (Membership, Armchair, Volunteer List, Welcome Driver Online and Albertsons)
 Silent Auction will be worked by Barbara Wagner, Lori Colby and Pam Vinovich
      during Back to School Night
 Check your children’s closet for clothes that don’t fit and email Rochelle for either drop off or pick up.  She’ll be able to provide clothes for the kids that need assistance
 Carol Evans has received a letter and wants to provide a six week class (SAT Prep Course) for a graduating Senior for $499.  However, not every student will be offered this opportunity.  The association did not approve donating money to this student.
 Unification will be discussed at the next meeting.  Rochelle ran into two individuals that feel that the ACHS parents don’t know the facts about Unification.  In order to have a meeting, an Oxnard District Representative and a Pleasant Valley Representative need to attend the meeting.  PTSA will have no opinion.  The meeting will serve as an education forum – Question & Answers.  This will be the last item on the agent at the next meeting.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Silent Auction: Rene Solem’ has received several donations (gift certificates) from restaurants, lettermen jackets, photo sitting, Time Share, Treadmills…need volunteers to place the gift certificates in picture frames and Bid Sheets.  The Auction will be held from 5:pm – 9:pm. 
Membership:  Executive Board Members must join. 
Hospitality: Rhonda Hardi passed the volunteer list.
Red Ribbon:  Dates for Red Ribbon are October 19- 26.
Reflections: Linda Narhi needs volunteers to judge, 11/3.  The theme is “WOW”.  The
council event will be held @ ACHS.
Newsletter Joanna Karr  postage is up and the mailing going out next week.  Joanna moved for $2000 to be released for the next 4 mailers. Motion Carried

NEW BUSINESS:
Revolution SAT Prep Fundraiser - Mock SAT – 1/10/09
All freshman, sophomores, and juniors will receive a letter in the mail.
There will be a $10 charge.
Students would be free if they have a letter of recommendations from their counselor / teacher
No mailing addresses will be released
Revolution SAT Prep is also used for the CAHSEE Prep (students who haven’t passed).
Number of students to take the test, depends on the size of the room(s). 
Lori Colby moved to approve the cost of the Prep Test to $10.  Motion carried.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Macy’s Community Shopping Day – November 22nd @ The Oaks – Tickets are $10/each. Every purchase of $25 there’ll be a $10 off.  Excludes cosmetics, fragrances & Coach.
Possibility to sell at football games will need to speak to the Booster President, Jeff Hahn. Booster sells 50/50 Raffle.
Student Store – Can’t co-mingle funds will discuss at the next meeting.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA

Association Meeting

June 3, 2008

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. in the room next to the ACHS Library by President Rochelle Sullivan. Lori Colby led the Pledge of Allegiance. Linda Valdez read an Inspiration about teamwork and cooperation. Introductions were made.

ADOPT AGENDA: Seana Dawson moved to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.

BLUE CREW:
ASB (Julie Riedmiller):
• Thanks to PTSA for everything!
• Need volunteers for Student Pick-up Days. Sign-up sheet was circulated.
• Next year’s prom is May 16 at the Reagan Presidential Library. Prom will alternate between there and the Skirball Center.
Faculty Representative (Lorna Gonzalez):
• After-Prom has been getting rave reviews!
• Thanks from faculty and staff for all the PTSA support, especially Teacher Appreciation Week.
• Students are publishing works through class blogmeister. Looking to have our students become “global citizens.”
Administration (Glenn Lipman):
• Thanks for the Dodger Dollars gift!
• Positive school culture has always been important. PTSA is one of the components of the school’s success in that area.
• Thank you to Linda Valdez for her inordinate volunteer hours.
• Graduation tradition: If you’re on the Board or a support group of PTSA and have a graduating senior, your family will sit on the track and receive a preferred parking space.
• Thanks to Lorna Gonzalez for her attendance at the PTSA meetings as the Faculty Rep.
• Gary Niebergall is leaving ACHS and will most likely head to Iraq. PTSA will collect money for monthly care packages for Gary.
• Staff luncheon is June 11 and will include retirements and awards. Hoping for 100 staff. PTSA is invited.

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Judy Ross moved to approve the minutes from the May 6, 2008 Association Meeting. Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

FINANCIAL REPORTS:
Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 1117-1124 from the Unit Account. Motion carried.
Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 1224-1227 from the B Account. Motion carried.
Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 696-713 from the After-Prom Account. Motion carried

PRESENTATION OF BILLS: Linda Valdez had bills to present for PTSA Scholarships.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
• Thank you all for another great year!
• Every 15 Minutes was a great program and a learning experience for all. The agencies involved were amazing.
• Question of Mr. Lipman regarding his need for PTSA funds to go to the summer mailer since this year it may be printed at an outside vendor. Discussion was tabled until July Executive Board meeting.
• Cap & Gown distribution is June 11. Need volunteers.
• Ticket selling at July 4 event at ACHS. Need volunteers.
• Sophomore Class fundraiser for Graduation. Need volunteers.
• Mobil gas station: If you purchase gas there, please leave, or copy the receipt to leave, with Mobil to prove we’re purchasing gas there.
• Video game parental guides were handed out.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:
After-Prom: Melissa Smith said everyone came together for a great event. Those involved saved lives that night. Committee is working on a gift for Steve Thomas.
Grad Night: Tayna Smith said he still needs chaperones. Barbara Wagner suggested checking Target as they have a mission to help the community and could supply volunteers. Also need help at the buses at 8:45 p.m. Thursday.
Newsletter: Sept./Oct. deadline is August 27. We want it in homes prior to Silent Auction and Back-to-School Night.
Scholarships: Linda Valdez announced that three $1,100 scholarships were given out. Recipients were Antonio Sentino, Alana Dowden, and Jonathan Finch. Congrats!
Silent Auction: Rene Solem said she needs volunteers to help with mailing, donations. Will be going outside the city for donations as well.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA

Association Meeting

 

May 6, 2008

 

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. in the ACHS Library by President Rochelle Sullivan. Linda Valdez led the Pledge of Allegiance, and also read a moving message about her wonderful mom. Introductions were made.

 

ADOPT AGENDA: Seana Dawson moved to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.

 

 

BLUE CREW:

 

ASB (Rochelle Sullivan for Julie Riedmiller):

• A schedule of 2008-2009 ASB activities was passed around.

• The 2008-2009 school planners were available to view. PTSA donated $600 to the planners.

Administration (Ron Fisher):

• Mr. Lipman is doing well after surgery and appreciates all the support from PTSA. Speaking of which, Mr. Lipman needs money for the Staff Appreciation Luncheon. Linda Valdez moved to take $400 out of Campus Beautification for the Principal- and PTSA-sponsored Staff Appreciation Luncheon. Motion carried.

• Let Administration know if you have anything to go into the summer mailer.

• Every 15 Minutes program needs some additional funds to help cover the costs of bleachers, t-shirts, and Marriott retreat costs. Cost is $13,000 total, with $9,999 coming from a grant. Tayna Smith moved to add $1,000 to the PTSA donation to Every 15 Minutes, with the money coming from Parent Education. Motion carried.

• Linda Valdez moved to rescind the motion from the previous month regarding allocation of funds from the Silent Auction. Motion carried.

• Linda Valdez moved to allocate profits from the Silent Auction to go to additional computers to add to a mobile computer lab. Motion carried.

• Parents are having trouble with the school website. Discussion about upgrading the website.

• A parent expressed concern about iParent passwords being blown out. Linda Valdez gave out IT Helpline number to help parents with the iParent system. All agreed system needs improvement.

• Question about why they’re showing a “Charting Your Course” movie to seniors. Mr. Fisher said the movie is also shown to this year’s freshmen. Was a matter of finding time to show the film.

 

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Tayna Smith moved to approve the minutes from the

April 1, 2008

Association Meeting. Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

 

FINANCIAL REPORTS:

Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 1110-1116 from the Unit Account. Motion carried.

There were no checks to ratify from the B Account.

Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 692-695 from the After-Prom Account. Motion carried

 

PRESENTATION OF BILLS: Barbara Wagner had one bill to present.

 

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

•

PTA

Mini-Convention is June 7 at Sequoia Middle School.

• A flyer was distributed on the contents/effects of energy drinks.

• Anyone interested in contributing to a gift for Mr. Lipman or to sign his card, please see Rochelle.

• Julie Riedmiller wants PTSA to financially help with the pre-Graduation dinner for staff members who work Graduation. Barbara Wagner moved to give $250 out of Hospitality to ASB for the Staff Dinner before Graduation. Motion carried.

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

After-Prom: Debbie Fukutomi said program is moving along. Still need to get a picture of the donated car onto the marquee.

Fundraisers:

Enchiladas: Tayna Smith said we should get the money from Wells Fargo soon. Total proceeds about $1,150.

Grad Night: Tayna Smith said he still needs chaperones. He’ll need to meet with the chaperones prior to the event. Rulla Hernandez will take over this committee next year.

Hospitality: Linda Valdez will award PTSA Scholarships on May 29. She has $3,500 in her budget.

Scorpion Bucks: Barbara Wagner moved this program not be continued next year, but that we honor any remaining Scorpion Bucks out there. Motion carried.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

Exxon Mobil Educational Alliance Grant: The high school would receive a $500 grant at our October PTSA meeting, and then the money would be given to ASB, offsetting any PTSA contributions to ASB next year. Michelle Tingley moved PTSA support Camarillo High’s acceptance of the $500 Exxon Mobil Educational Alliance Grant with the understanding that PTSA does not endorse Exxon Mobil. Motion carried.

Open House: Discussion about why attendance was so low. Problem may be the proximity to Spring Break, or perhaps because of the length of the program in the Gyn beforehand. The clustering of teachers in classrooms might also be a problem; is more personal to have the teachers in their individual classrooms. No real consensus.

 

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted by Seana Dawson

 

 

 

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA

 

Association Meeting

 

April 1, 2008

 

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. in the ACHS Library by President Rochelle Sullivan. Patty Lerner led the Pledge of Allegiance, and Linda Valdez read an Inspiration. Introductions were made.

 

 

 

ADOPT AGENDA: Seana Dawson moved to adopt the agenda with one correction. Motion carried.

 

 

 

 

BLUE CREW:

 

 

 

ASB (Julie Riedmiller):

 

• Senior Calendar of Events presented.

 

• Senior schedule of activities during

STAR

 

testing presented.

 

Administration (Ron Fisher):

 

• AP testing coming up. Trying to do things to accommodate the students, such as smaller groups in the classrooms.

 

• Every 15 Minutes meeting held today. Bleachers are not being donated, so we’ll have to rent them. Still looking for any help/donations on the bleacher front.

 

• Looking at a new bell schedule for next year with the possibility of coming in at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays. Also trying to establish an intervention time available at lunch.

 

• It’s testing season! Please send your student to school ready to take the tests.

 

 

 

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Melissa Smith moved to approve the minutes from the

March 4, 2008

 

Association Meeting. Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

 

 

 

FINANCIAL REPORTS:

 

Judy Ross moved to ratify check 1109 from the Unit Account. Motion carried.

 

Judy Ross moved to ratify check 1223 from the B Account. Motion carried.

 

Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 690 & 691 from the After-Prom Account. Motion carried

 

 

 

PRESENTATION OF BILLS: There were no bills to present.

 

 

 

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

 

• Thank you to incoming freshman parent orientation volunteers.

 

• All committee chairs are filled for next year except for Grad Night. Need someone good at organizing and able to go to Disneyland for the overnight trip. Tayna Smith would like to have the person sign on soon so he can teach them the process.

 

• Think about helping an ACHS student in need … even just cleaning out your child’s closet can truly generate a lot of help for others.

 

• $1,250 check was received from Amgen for the volunteer time Linda Narhi put in for Reflections.

 

• 12^th District

PTA

 

announcements:

 

April 2 is “All Children Left Behind,” a California State budget cuts forum, 4:30 p.m.

 

April 7 is Parent Education Night at T.O. High School

 

 

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

 

After-Prom: Debbie Fukutomi said ACHS received a $2,500 award from the City. We need to be proactive as next year’s donation should be far less.

 

Fundraisers:

 

Enchiladas: Tayna Smith reported that $753 had been collected so far. Looking for kitchen helpers to start arriving at 2 p.m.

 

Silent Auction: Rene Solem is collecting donations. Much discussion on where the proceeds should be directed. Melissa Smith moved to award all Silent Auction proceeds to Department Enrichment. Motion carried. (Specifics to be discussed at the May PTSA meeting.)

 

Grad Night: Tayna Smith said tickets are $95 each, which includes D-Land admission and the bus ride. That price also includes funds for scholarship kids who wouldn’t otherwise be able to go.

 

Grade-Level Reps: Sophomores: Silent Auction in room N-1 at Open House.

 

Scholarships: Linda Valdez said applications for PTSA Scholarships are available in the Career Center on Monday and are due back April 25. Scholarships are open to senior students who are paid PTSA members.

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:43 p.m.

 

 

 

Respectfully submitted by Seana Dawson

 

 

 

 

 

 Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA

 Association Meeting

 January 8, 2008

 

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:36 p.m. in the ACHS Library.

Melissa Smith led the Pledge of Allegiance. Introductions were made.

 ADOPT AGENDA: Seana Dawson moved to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.

 

GUEST SPEAKER:  (Ed Diaz, Interim Director of Food Services) His goal is to deinstitutionalize the food services industry. Items must be in containers the kids can carry away with them. He said home and school must work together to offer better food choices for the students. He encouraged parents to ask questions. His email is ed.diaz@ouhsd.k12.ca.us and his phone is 385-2538.

 

BLUE CREW:

 

ASB (Julie Riedmiller):

• House of Reps meeting tomorrow.

• Live band will be on campus Friday.

• Outdoor rally next Friday.

• Mardi gras the 5^th of February.

• Senior Activities are being worked on.

• Prom planning going well.

• New class motto is being worked on.

• Senior fundraisers are ongoing. Julie’s parking spot is being auctioned each week.

• Feb. 8: A Valentine’s Day Silent Auction is being planned at $25/ticket and is a fundraiser for the Prom. Comments that $50/couple is too steep. Suggestion to make it $40/couple will be taken back to the committee by Julie.

• March 1 is Junior Class dance fundraiser for their Prom.

• Feb. 15-18 is the ASB trip to Catalina Island.

 

Administration (Glenn Lipman):

 

• ACHS is working to be a drug-free school with tough first-offense consequences.

 

• Graffiti-free school is goal. All incidents are filmed and perpetrators can be caught up to a year later. Expulsion will be recommended. Mr. Lipman pointed out that while some parents feel graffiti is a small-time crime, it makes for insecurity among the student body.

 

• Fundraising from the marquee is at $1,500. Ads run from $20-$30 each.

 

• District has installed new tennis court top on basketball/volleyball area.

 

• Drama Department will produce a comedy during second semester.

 

• 6 p.m. Graduation is a done deal.

 

• The Plaza plants bid came in at $300,000. Process is moving forward.

 

• Congrats to Mr. Fisher (and his wife) on their new baby boy.

 

• Football field is in its “winter state.” We’re looking to get a better sod, more of an annual. District won’t do 50/50 for a tartan field since all the district high school want that type of field. Cost of high-quality field (like in Conejo Valley) is approximately $500,000.

 

• Capital improvements being discussed: swimming pool/basketball gym complex, performing arts building, tartan field, all Smart Board classrooms, and The Plaza.

 

• “Growing Up Gifted” will be presented by Judy Galbraith on Feb. 13 thanks to District GATE funds.

 

• Kudos to Nathan Inouye for taking the GATE program and running with it.

 

• End. Of 1^st semester is in two weeks. Second semester scheds come out tomorrow.

 

• Mr. Lipman wants students to know that if they need assistance, they can come to him personally.

 

 

 

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Melissa Smith moved to approve the minutes from the Nov. 6, 2007 Association Meeting. Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

 

 

 

FINANCIAL REPORTS: Judy Ross moved to ratify check 1104 from the Unit Account. Motion carried.

 

Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 1215-1220 from the B Account. Motion carried

 

There were no checks to ratify for the After-Prom Account.

 

PRESENTATION OF BILLS: There were no bills to present.

 

AUDIT REPORT: Barbara Wagner presented the Audit Report from July 1, 2007 through December 31, 2007. Having examined the books of the treasurer of ACHS PTSA for the Unit, B, and After Prom accounts, she found them to be correct (and, as an aside, she found that Judy Ross rocks as treasurer!). Barbara Wagner moved to accept the Audit Report as presented. Motion carried.

 

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

 

• Thank you cards from teachers were circulated.

 

• Council meeting Thursday; there will be some news on that next month.

 

• Please support the online driver’s education program.

 

• Please support the Albertson’s Community Partnership. A percentage goes toward “The Plaza.”

 

• March 3 is Cyber Safety Parent Night.

 

• March 4 is next PTSA meeting.

 

• $500 in Longs gift cards were received. Email Rochelle and then we’ll vote on doling them out as needed.

 

 

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

 

Scorpion Bucks: Barbara Wagner reported that 116 staff members received info and introductory Scorpion Bucks in the Fall. Scorpion Bucks can be used at the Student Store. Approximately $15 have been used out of 348 Scorpion Bucks in circulation.

 

Reflections: Linda Narhi said 7 students would be recognized at the District level for Reflections on January 22 at the County Office of Education. Pizza lunches for participants have been held. Linda would like students’ names in the newsletter. Mr. Lipman said we could put names on the marquee.

 

Newsletter: Joanna Karr moved to release $1,500 for postage for the last 3 newsletters of the year. Motion carried. The deadline for the next newsletter is tonight.

 

Hospitality: A signup sheet was sent around for soda donations for the April/May PTSA meetings.

 

Honorary Service Awards: Sue Lind offered to help Linda Valdez select recipients to be recognized at Open House and at a dinner later.

 

After-Prom: Debbie Fukutomi said the committee had its kickoff meeting before the holidays. First planning meeting will be January 15. They have had contact with Steve Thomas Jr. and he likely will be giving a cash donation again this year. Grant applications are being worked on. Meeting dates will be in the newsletter. Mr. Lipman thanked all the After-Prom volunteers, saying what a huge impact After-Prom has on our school.

 

 

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

Nominating Committee: Lori Colby moved to appoint Melissa Smith, Joanna Karr, Debbie Fukutomi, Lori Colby and Judy Ross as the Nominating Committee, with alternates Seana Dawson and Patty Lerner. Motion carried.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

• The Kiwins are a branch of Kiwanis. There are more than 100 members and they recently had an awards dinner in Ventura Harbor. There are currently 20 Kiwins donating their time to tutor.

 

• Linda Valdez said the Aca-Deca team is hard at work. Big round is February 2. Wish them luck!

 

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted by Seana Dawson

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA

Association Meeting

November 6, 2007

 

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m. in the ACHS. Linda Valdez led the Pledge of Allegiance and read an Inspiration about teens. Introductions were made.

 

ADOPT AGENDA: Melissa Smith moved to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.

 

BLUE CREW:

ASB (Julie Riedmiller): (read by Rochelle Sullivan)

• Rio Week Activities coming up.

• Prom theme this year is “Night in Venice.” The 2009 Prom will be May 16 at the Ronald Reagan Library.

Administration (Glenn Lipman):

• After-school Tutoring is Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

• Silver Stinger Program is specialized tutoring for at-risk 9^th graders.

• All-Star Program is for sophomores who have a 1.0 to 2.0 GPA. Organizational skills from teachers are offered.

• Lots of teachers offer lunchtime help in their classrooms.

• 99% of sports have on-campus Varsity head coaches this year.

• Nathan Inouye is bringing in GATE speakers at lunchtime.

• Lorna Gonzalez is the Speech Advisor. There are about 15 students involved in Speech & Debate. The recent Novice Tournament went well.

• Drama Dept. will present “Dracula” Nov. 8, 9 & 10.

• Career Center has activities going on with college and military opportunities.

• Football playoff berth is at stake in this Friday’s game vs. Rio Mesa.

• The Senior Class is trying to have Graduation be at 6 p.m. this year. Already 30 teachers onboard, along with at least 80% of the Seniors. There was also a private vote so students wouldn’t be intimidated. Results showed only a handful still wanted 2 p.m. Graduation ceremony. As of today, we’re leaning toward 6 p.m. Still waiting for any more student/parent input.

• “Plaza” plans are still at the architectural level.

• Big money needed for technology hardware; cost is approximately $1,000 per computer.

Assistant Principal (Ron Fisher):

• Meeting tomorrow at 9 a.m. for Every 15 Minutes Program to be held May 21 & 22, 2008. Looking at about $25,000 to pull it off. Bleachers on Mission Oaks Blvd. would cost $9,000, which would be too expensive and might not be possible. Part of the grant money from the State is to supply t-shirts, which are reimbursable. Costs include housing students for the retreat part of the program (hopeful that some donations will be forthcoming), food, makeup. The cars will be donated. Next month he’ll be looking for volunteers to get involved in the program.

 

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Jennifer Walby moved to approve the minutes from the Oct. 2, 2007 Association Meeting. Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

 

FINANCIAL REPORTS: Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 1100, 1101, and 1103 from the Unit Account. Motion carried.

Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 1213 and 1214 from the B Account. Motion carried

Judy Ross moved to ratify check 689 from the After-Prom Account. Motion carried.

 

PRESENTATION OF BILLS: There were no bills to present.

 

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

• Cyber Safety Night is March 3 in the ACHS cafeteria.

• New school website … check it out. Click on PTSA that then goes to an updated board, etc.

• PTA Healthy Lifestyles brochures and graffiti flyers are available.

• Teachers will be voting in May on a new bell schedule that would have a 9 a.m start time every Tuesday.

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

After-Prom: Melissa Smith said the first of about seven committee meetings would be Jan. 15. The schedule will be on the website. Debbie Fukutomi and Kathy Sizemore will be new co-chairs. Mr. Fisher is administration liaison. Looking for theme ideas.

Fundraisers:

Jennifer Walby read a letter from herself and Keli Kimball discussing the Silent Auction Dinner Dance fundraiser. Decision made to cancel the event for this year; event is too much work, with not enough attendance or money generated. We will get full deposit refunded from Las Posas Country Club. Jennifer and Keli are happy to meet with people who want to talk about fundraising opportunities, but suggestion is to have an additional armchair fundraiser perhaps designated to a specific goal. Rochelle said we would bring the fundraising topic back up at the January PTSA meeting. There is a possibility of doing a Bingo Night. Barbara Wagner gave a brief overview of the history of Bingo at the high school. A fundraising opportunity flyer was handed out regarding online driver’s education courses. The school would get $25 per student signing up plus the student would get a $25 discount for the program. Jennifer Walby moved that PTSA implement the Online Driver Education fundraiser. Motion carried. We will discuss a potential Roxy Theater fundraiser at the January PTSA meeting.

Grade Representatives: Barbara Wagner said the Class of 2008 has $420.37 in the bank. They owe ASB $2,400 for deposit for the Prom Site. Her advice to Freshman parents — raise the money now, don’t wait until they’re Seniors!

Reflections: Linda Narhi said we had 227 entries, 144 of which were literature entries, thanks in large part to Ms. Berman assigning it to her classes. Judging is going on. Council judging will be next week. Reception for the city will be at ACHS on November 29.

Senior BBQ: Linda Westbrook said some fundraisers (nachos) have been held, but due to SB19, they can’t sell junk food at lunchtime. Kathy Sizemore suggested caramel dips with apples.

 

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Bus Transportation to Camarillo Library: Mr. Lipman is still working on getting the bus transportation to the new library from the high school. Stay tuned.

 

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:11 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted by Seana Dawson

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA

Association Meeting

October 2, 2007

 

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. Lori Colby led the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions were made, and Linda Valdez read the Inspiration.

 

ADOPT AGENDA: Lori Colby moved to adopt the agenda with the addition of New Business: Possible Bus Stop to New Library. Motion carried.

 

BLUE CREW:

Campus Officer (Gary Niebergall):

• Information on Social Host ordinances inside and outside City of Camarillo. Within the city limits, a call on an out-of-control party can lead to hefty fines being assessed, whether underage drinking is going on or not.

• Cyber Safety class for parents November 6.

• Drug trends: Marijuana, prescription meds (Xanax, Adderall, Vicodin, etc.). Suggestion to parents to lock up the pills or at least monitor them at home. Mr. Lipman pointed out that the first offense with prescription meds is the same as with marijuana, and some of the prescription drug possessions can be considered a felony.

• Vandalism incident last Saturday when two students came on campus and did $10,000-plus in damage with golf carts. All were arrested. The recommended punishment for the offenders will be 5-day suspension, police arrest, and a recommended 2-semester expulsion from the District.

Administration (Glenn Lipman):

• Impressed with the number of people at our PTSA meeting! Our PTSA makes a huge difference on our campus.

• New name for the park being planned in front of the A Bldg … “The Plaza at Camarillo High.” Plans are with the architects now.

 

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Lori Colby moved to approve the minutes from the Sept. 4, 2007 Association Meeting. Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

 

FINANCIAL REPORTS: Judy Ross moved to ratify check 1099 from the Unit Account. Motion carried.

Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 1210-1212 from the B Account. Motion carried

Judy Ross moved to ratify check 687 from the After-Prom Account. Motion carried.

 

PRESENTATION OF BILLS: There were no bills to present.

 

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

• Committee chairs — please call everyone on your Volunteer List!

• We collected 92 new PTSA memberships, $325 in donations, and 26 new Volunteer forms at Back to School Night.

• With respect to the PTA Council President, the various Unit Presidents will step in to represent the Council President at various meetings to help with that part of the job.

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Fundraisers:

• Silent Auction Dinner Dance: Keli Kimball said the Silent Auction Dinner Dance will be held Feb. 16 at Las Posas Country Club from 6 to 11 p.m. Tayna Smith moved to release $1,500 to the Silent Auction Dinner Dance. Motion carried. Tayna Smith moved we hold the Silent Auction Dinner Dance on Feb. 16 at Las Posas Country Club at a cost of $40 per person or $75 per couple. Motion carried. Lori Colby moved to amend the last motion to make the ticket cost based on a cost-analysis of last year’s Silent Auction. Motion carried.

• Armchair Fundraiser: We have raised $8,100 so far. The Amgen matching funds have already come in. Today we received an additional $155 in Armchair Fundraiser, so the process is ongoing.

• Albertson’s: Judy Ross reported that by filling out a form with your Albertson’s card number, name and phone number, ACHS will get a percentage of what you spend there. Check the bottom of your receipt if you want the phone number to call.

Grade Level Reps: Sr. Rep. Barbara Wagner said there’s a total of $366 so far for the Class of “08. There’s a Quiznos fundraiser coming up on Thursday.

The Sophomore Class is selling Entertainment Books for $30, with $15 going to the Sophomore Class.

Membership: Karen Bratton reported that we’re up to 640 memberships. This is down from last year and the deadline has been extended to Oct. 12 for the pizza party incentive. Rochelle thanked Karen for all her hard work.

Red Ribbon Program: Patti Ball said the Drama Kings would be here Periods 2 and 3 on Oct. 23, with a “Straight Up” presentation for parents that evening at 6:30. The Straight Up program shows parents what’s really going on at parties … shocking and enlightening. A law enforcement panel will be available after the Straight Up presentation for Q & A.

In March, the “Every 15 Minutes” program will take place. The State will reimburse us with grant money. If not, we will need to put up the money, totaling up to $9,999.  Only food would not be reimbursable with the grant money, but PTSA could handle the hospitality end of it. [Patti gave an overview of the “Every 15 Minutes” program that depicts, graphically, how every 15 minutes someone is killed as a result of an alcohol-related car crash.]

Patti Ball moved PTSA be the contractor of record with the Office of Traffic Safety for 2008 in order to receive the State grant. Lori Colby asked if we were assured getting the grant money. Patti said we’d know in a week if we’ll receive the grant money or not. Mr. Lipman said that Administration could handle the up-front costs if needed and could become the contractor of record. Lori Colby moved we abolish the motion on the floor. Motion carried. Tayna Smith moved ACHS become the contractor of record for the “Every 15 Minutes” program. Motion carried.

Reflections: Deadline is Nov. 2 for projects to be turned it. Projects to Council Nov. 9. There will be a reception held the Tuesday or Thursday after Thanksgiving.

Senior BBQ: Linda Westbrook announced that various upcoming fundraisers (Oktoberfest, Mardi gras, International Day, nachos sale) are scheduled with profits going to this year’s Senior BBQ prizes. ASB will donate $500, balloons and an arch. Looking for the PTSA to donate $500 to $750 with the money coming from Armchair Fundraiser. Tayna Smith moved PTSA earmark $1,000 to go to this year’s Senior BBQ with money to come from the Armchair Fundraiser. Motion carried.

 

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Scorpion Bucks: Barbara Wagner said all staff would have Scorpion Bucks to give out to helpful, respectful students as part of the Positive School Climate program. The Scorpion Bucks can be redeemed at the Student Store. Barbara Wagner moved PTSA release $300 from the Budget for Scorpion Bucks program. Motion carried.

Possible Bus Stop to New Library: Diane Nanhi asked if getting a bus to take students from the high school to the new Camarillo Library would be a possibility.

 

Question from parent Jan Kurzweil asking how the music is selected for our dances. She’s heard complaints that it’s too loud and non-stop.

 

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:11 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted by Seana Dawson

 

 

 

Adolfo Camarillo High School PTSA

Association Meeting

September 4, 2007

 

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:40 p.m. Lori Colby led the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions were made, and Linda Valdez read the Inspiration.

 

ADOPT AGENDA: Jennifer Walby moved to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.

 

BLUE CREW:

ASB (Julie Riedmiller):

• Prom sites are being looked at tomorrow. Melissa Smith suggested the Memorial Day weekend is not the best time for Prom.

• Upcoming events: Back to School Night on 9/11; Jostens on campus with class ring orders 9/11 & 9/12; makeup photos on 9/12; 1^st dance and rally 9/14; Homecoming nominations on stage at lunch 9/19; Club Rush 9/25; Red Ribbon 10/23.

• Thank you for the volunteers who helped with student pickup week.

• Scorpion Connect went very well.

• Homecoming theme is “A Time to Treasure” and is scheduled Oct. 12/13.

• Web store is up and running.

Administration (Glenn Lipman):

• On Back to School Night 9/11, parents may get their student’s schedule during a 1^st period homeroom class.

• Opening of school has been quiet.

• We’re trying to push fundraising moneys toward hardware technology (rooms with Smart Boards are up and running), as well as The Park at CamarilloHigh School. There is a landscape architect working on ideas for the space in front of A Building (new grass, modern look for the front of the school).

• Students having issues with their lockers need to go to the office. There is some flexibility with the lockers.

• Camarillo High School’s API went from 794 to 789. We had two 30-point jumps in the two previous years so feeling is we’ve reached a plateau. We now need to work on helping the sub-groups (Hispanic, socio-economically challenged, and ELL), as well as working with the underachieving students. Still try to break 800 by helping students one at a time. Bright spot was that the Special Education sub-group saw their scores rise by 15 points. There are three proven strategies we’re going to implement — learning objective, feedback, and academic vocabulary.

• It’s great to see all the involved PTSA parents at the meeting. It’s very appreciated! To that end, don’t forget that the Executive Board officers get preferred parking/seating at Graduation.

 

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Linda Valdez moved to approve the minutes from the May 8, 2007 Association Meeting. Motion carried. Linda Valdez moved to approve the minutes from the June 12, 2007 Association Meeting. Motion carried. A sign-in sheet was circulated.

 

FINANCIAL REPORTS: Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account Year-End Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried. Judy Ross moved to approve the Unit Account Budget. Motion carried. Judy Ross moved to approve checks 1094-1098 from the Unit Account. Motion carried.

Melissa Smith moved to approve the After-Prom Year-End Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried. Judy Ross moved to approve the After-Prom Budget. Motion carried. Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 681-686, and voided check 650, from the After-Prom Account. Motion carried.

[At this point, Barbara Wagner gave a brief overview of our three different accounts and the history behind them.]

Judy Ross moved to approve the B Account Year-End Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried. Judy Ross moved to approve the B Account Budget. Motion carried. Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 1208 & 1209 from the B Account. Motion carried. Judy Ross moved to ratify checks 1203-1207 from the B Account. Motion carried.

 

AUDIT REPORT: Barbara Wagner presented the Audit dated July 20, 2007. She examined the Unit, B and After-Prom accounts of ACHS PTSA and found them to be in order. Barbara Wagner moved to approve the Audit. Motion carried.

 

PRESENTATION OF BILLS: There were no bills to present.

 

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:

• Committee chairs — check your folders!

• There is a meeting scheduled this week to see if there will be a Camarillo Council for PTA or if 12^th District PTA will step in.

• There are Membership envelopes, Armchair Fundraiser envelopes, and Volunteer Forms available on the table tonight.

• Senior Class fundraiser flyer was circulated.

• Thanks to all the volunteers who helped with summer mailers, student pickup days, and first day of school.

•  A sign-up sheet was circulated for Back to School Night to be at the PTSA table.

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

After-Prom: Melissa Smith reported that the After-Prom will be May 24 and will be held at The Roxy this year. We will have access to three theaters, two movies (new releases), popcorn & sodas (we will be responsible for running the concession stands) for $2,000. There will be games, prizes, tattoos … it’s a $30,000 party all donated by our community. Meetings start in January.

Hospitality: Rochelle sent around a sign-up sheet for PTSA meetings.

Membership:Karen Bratton reported that we’re at 388 memberships, with a total of $1,992, including a $34 armchair donation. There was a Membership table at the teacher breakfast, and instructor Susan Thee said she would seek out any teachers who have not yet become PTSA members.

Red Ribbon Program: Patti Ball said the Drama Kings would be in The Little Theater on campus Oct. 23 during periods 2 and 3 to discuss the paths that led them to become wards of the State of California. Permission slips will be sent home prior to the event. For parents on Oct. 23, Straight Up Ventura County will be on campus in The Little Theater. The Straight Up Ventura County group will also offer an off-site program on Sept. 15 relating to teen parties.

In March 2008, ACHS will have an “Every 15 Minutes” program, profiling the statistics that every 15 minutes a teenager is killed in an alcohol-related accident. Program includes a crash re-enactment at lunch on campus, hearses, ambulances, toe tags, etc., followed by a mock funeral the next day for those students “selected” to be the “Every 15 Minutes” victims. Program has a huge impact on students. Cost is approximately $5,000. An application will go to the state for a grant this week to cover the costs. 

Reflections: Linda Narhi said she would like to have the cafeteria at ACHS available again this year for the Reflections Reception for the city. She’s looking for parents to help coordinate entries and judges. Deadline for high school entries will be Nov. 2 (tentatively). The theme is “I Can Make a Difference By …” Encourage your student to participate!

Website: Rochelle reported the PTSA website is up and running. Send submissions to camarilloptsa@yahoo.com with 4-5 days notice.

 

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Library Furniture Fundraiser: Library Media Tech Evelyn Smith sent a letter with ideas for various fundraisers in hopes of raising $46,000-$65,000 for new Library furniture.

Albertson’s Community Partners Program: Judy Ross said the program is similar to Vons eScrip, and that we now have an ACHS PTSA account number. You can sign up online.

Bingo CD: Lori Colby said the Bingo CD account matures in a week. Lori Colby moved we pull $3,000 from the Bingo Account CD and put the remaining $7,000 in a 4-month CD. Motion carried.

 

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted by Seana Dawson