Island Creek Elementary School
Parent-Teacher Association
Meeting Minutes
February 5, 2008
Attendees: Marsha Porter-Houghton, Dr. Susan Owner, Mike Macrina, Steve Wallen, Mary Tam, Liz Townsend, Cherie Rogers-Mazyck, Lorie Kappeler, Denise Bolton, Patti Alf, Donna Schatz, Diane Ault, Cathy Martin, Christie Corsoro, Cassie Jurasits, Steff Shelesky, Virginia Hulke, Mark Moran, Officer Mark McDonald
1.
Welcome and Call to Order
Marsha Porter-Houghton called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Marsha welcomed all and mentioned that Red Hot & Blue night was taking place and seemed to be going well. She mentioned the success and low maintenance of the Corbi’s pizza sales. Marsha also reported that the Kingstowne 16 movie theater had recently been purchased by the Regal movie company. This may interfere with our Movie Night of Horton Hears a Who—more to come. Basket Bingo flyers will go out in the Thursday folders and there are still Domino’s Pizza coupons and Spiritwear available.
2.
Principal’s Remarks
Dr. Susan Owner opened with a thank you to parents attending the recent school functions. She was amazed and impressed by the students and teachers for all their hard work. Dr. Owner mentioned assistant principals Mike Macrina and Mary Tam and thanked them for all they do. The preschool teachers were introduced and acknowledged. The preschool teachers stated they are all one family and own all the students. The teachers are essential in helping in many areas they go into homes and address issues and are very active outside the school walls. The teachers are Donna Schatz, Diane Ault, Patti Alf, Cathy Martin, and Christie Corsoro.
The county budget was mentioned and unfortunately preschool and summer school are on the hit list. Two teachers will be sent to testify on behalf of the programs. The budget does not look good for anyone and we will all feel the crunch.
The school will be hosting a Health and Fitness Fair on March 29. There will be many family activities and vendors present. The school Dance-a-Thon will correspond promoting health and fitness and pledges will be made for minutes danced.
3.
January Meeting Minutes
The January minutes were submitted. Denise Bolton motioned to approve; Patti Alf seconded. The minutes were approved unanimously.
4.
Old Business
Nothing to report at this meeting.
5.
New Business
Basket Bingo preparation is underway. Movie Night information to come. Light bulb fundraiser possible in the future.
6.
Committee Reports
Education
FLEX has two instructors and Denise Bolton is working on a potential third. More to come.
Spiritwear
Still available.
Liz Townsend reminded everyone that the deadline is Friday, 2/8. New submissions are always welcome.
Restaurant
Night
Red Hot & Blue night currently underway with second night being 2/12.
March will be the Health and Fitness Fair and school Dance-a-Thon
7.
Treasurer’s Report
Cherie Rogers-Mazyck distributed the month’s financial details to be reviewed by all. No questions or comments to report.
Marsha introduced our guest speakers for a presentation on Internet Safety. The presentation by conducted by Mrs. Hulke, Mr. Moran, and Fairfax County Officer McDonald.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 following the conclusion of the presentation.
Respectfully submitted,
Lorie Kappeler
PTA secretary