2023 School Council Minutes – September
Drayton Heights Parent Council Meeting Minutes September 14, 2023 6:30 pm In Person
Chair: Amy Hennessy
Treasurer: Betty Douglas
Secretary: Rebecca Robinson
Present: Tracey Kuchma, Jackie Spears, Amy Hennessy, Betty Douglas, Rebecca Robinson, Katy Brunkard, Erika Walls, Denise Joye, Megan McDougall, Amy Kelly, Jen Bailey
Past Minutes:
Denise accepted the minutes as circulated and Betty seconded it.
Treasurer Report: Betty Douglas
Fundraising General $0
General (Admin) $2564.81
General $14.56
Playground Maintenance $1,014.40
Health $0
School Yard Improvement $61.09
Technology $0
Motion to accept Treasurer Report Rebecca seconded Katy.
Reminder: Keep all original receipts
Principal’s Report: Tracey Kuchma
Welcome introduction!
Great start to the new year, other than with changing numbers the school board reevaluated numbers and some changes were made.
What does that mean?
● In May/June, classes are made based on current registration
● Second day of school, confirm who actually came to school and send to board office
● Need to be compliant with ministry standards
● Drayton Heights lost 24 students which equates to one primary class
School Qualities to focus on this year:
1) Inclusive (Owls to be handed out when showing inclusivity on the playground or in the classroom)
2) Resilient
3) Collaborate
4) Respectful
5) Integrity
Open House: Tuesday September 26, 2023 5-630pm
Terry Fox event: September 22, 2023 – more information to come
Money for outdoor playgrounds- Garden panels in need of repair, it is not safe right now.
Motion to repair Meagan seconded by Rebecca.
Weekly Friday report by Principal and vice Principal and will continue for the year.
Pick up and drop off: Park at the church, kiss and drop at the loop.
Lost and Found: Change room is full of lost and found, garment rack has been purchased and items will be hung up. Monthly pictures will be taken and sent via the Friday email.
Teacher Update: Erika Walls
Thank you parents for getting students ready for a good start at school this year!
Students coming off the bus can now play until the bell rings and then the students must line up. Book Fair coming up: Next week
Division Wish list
| Item/Service | Cost | |
| Kindergarten | Tuff tray stand
Balls (8) Yoga mats(KA5-$20 Scientist in the school |
$135
$40
$235 x 3 = $705 |
| Primary | Art experience (clay? music?)
Scientist in the School |
$500
$235 x 6 = $1410 |
| Junior | Scientist in the School
School Wide Caribou Math Access Science Resources |
$235 x 5 = $1175
$320 |
| Intermediate | Help with bussing for teams and Skills. | Varies on number of kids and destination (basket/volley ball team paid approx $50/player) |
Old Business: Amy Hennessy
Funding and Grants
● Mrs. Spears to connect with Jill around grants etc
Crosswalk and Sidewalk requests/progress
New Business: Amy Hennessy
Volunteers back in the classroom (Police Checks required)
● Reading, yoga, phonics etc
Lunch supervisors also required again this year – paid position
Fall Open House
● Cake Walk
● 100 Pumpkins have been donated for painting
● Fun Fundraiser
● Money in the box
Halloween: Black and Orange only, no costumes
Krispy Kreme Donuts date: Mrs Spears to talk to Jill
4H Club Show – Megan to look into
World Teacher Day – October 5, 2023
ECE Day – October 17, 2023
Katy motioned to purchase coffee and donuts for both World Teacher and ECE day, Amy seconded.
Elections
Chair: Amy Hennessy
2nd Chair: Katy Brunkard
Treasurer: Betty Douglas
Secretary: Rebecca Robinson
Next meeting:
Meetings go forward every other month. Next Meeting: Thursday November 9th, 2023
Meeting adjourned by Megan and seconded by Betty.
Categories: 2023-2024