November 10th, 2009 Minutes

Southern Delaware School of the Arts
Parent Teacher Organization
27 Hosier Street
Selbyville, De 19975
(302) 436-1066
EIN: 20-5693639

PTO Meeting – November 10th, 2009

Those in attendance: Principal Neil Beahan, PTO Co-Presidents Stephanie Staib and Nikky Fisher, Treasurer Jen Willey.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.

Minutes from the October meeting were approved.

Fund Requests

· Becky Mott Lynn had submitted a request for $100. Treasurer Jen Willey agreed to use the miscellaneous fund line item to cover the request. Principal Neil Beahan made the motion to approve and the officers in attendance all seconded the motion.

· It was agreed (post meeting via e-mail) to cover the remaining cost to purchase three sound shells. The PTO had originally budgeted $2,500 toward that purchase, but agreed to cover an additional $904.26 to supplement the funds already raised by the music department.

Fundraisers

· The Yankee Candle fundraiser generated $6,400 in profit.

· Reminders to parents to register their grocery cards with participating stores (Food Lion, Giant, Harris Teeter, Super G, Giant.) will be sent.

· Art-Wear by You Fundraiser was approved and will occur in the spring 2010.

· It was mentioned to do a “Basket Bingo” in combination with another fundraiser.

Other Items Discussed:

· Stephanie is still trying to find someone to repair the popcorn machine. It is estimated that the cost of the repair will be around $150.

· American Education Week was discussed. Nikky agreed to coordinate with Nancy Crass, owner of Kool Beans, to arrange for special treats for the SDSA staff during that week.

The next PTO meeting is scheduled for January 12th, at 7:00 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,
Nikky Fisher, PTO Co-President

The next PTO meeting is

Tues, Jan. 12th at 7PM