MJMS PTSA AGENDA November 4th, 2014

MJMS PTSA AGENDA
NOVEMBER 4, 2014
Leslie McAffee, Rochelle Stone, Lisa Hansen, Jen Wilkey, Matt Watts, Kim Mitchell, Julie Cluff, Andrea’ Pelley, Raylene Job, Leslie Borzea
BUDGET REVIEW;
-Rochelle Paid out 9 teacher grants, battle of books, birthday treats income- memberships $154, chick fil a $220, book fair
BATTLE OF THE BOOKS:
Andrea’ & Trish- 6 teams formed will have 4 more teams with a total of 10. Will need to have training for parents and volunteers for battle rounds. Might need some help in Nov. checking in with teams.
BOOK FAIR RESULTS/MONEY:
Jen- $819.10 from book fair , we have a credit with scholastic of $409.05. We would like to order 3 sets of buzzer to be used with Battle of the books, each set is $19.99. Will look into getting books for classrooms or prizes for battle of the books.
STUDENT PTSA ACTIVITY:
Lisa- Next activity is Wednesday Nov 12th. Will be doing a sock drive, collecting new socks for the Road home. Students will be decorating boxes to place in Teams 8 boxes total. Drive will run from 11/13- 11/25. Will have crazy sock day on Nov. 13th! Maybe a video?
DECEMBER BREAKFAST FOR TEACHERS? :
Sheri- Board thought this was a great idea, Leslie will talk with Sheri to coordinate.
FUNDRAISER: Ideas?
Leslie- It was decided at our meeting that we will be having a Penny War in the spring for our fundraiser.
The board said they will come to the next meeting with ideas for a theme for our Penny War. Idea was CHANGE FOR OUR NEW CHANGE ( new building) We can make a video explaining what we are doing and the teachers can show it in the classrooms.
CLASSIC SKATE NIGHTS:
1/16/15 and 4/3/15 will start to advertise for the January skate night
SCHOOL MINUTE:
Matt/Molly: Matt expressed that MJMS has a fantastic PTSA, Kim Mitchell very impressed with what the PTSA does! GREAT WORK LADIES!!
REFLECTIONS:
Raylene- Due date is Dec. 1st, forms are in the office.
CHICK-FIL-A SPIRIT NIGHTS:
11-17, 2-9-15, 5-11-15 Good turnout for our first night, we received a check from Chick Fil A for $220. Easy money for us. Leslie will email Holly about using the Cow costume again, kids love see it in the school.
NEXT MEETING:
12-2-14 9am 

No School October 10th

No School October 10th

School Conferences October 7th and 9th

Don't forget School Conferences October 7th and 9th.

MJMS Battle of the Books 2014-2105 Registration form to be returned by October 1st.

MJMS Battle of the Books 2014-2015 Permission slip/Disclaimer to be returned by October 1st if participating

“America’s Battle of the Books is a voluntary reading incentive program for students...The purpose is simply to encourage students to read good books and have fun while competing with peers.”

Permission Slip and Disclaimer

1. Students may not change or drop out of teams once they have signed up for Battle of the Books. Remember: Students who drop out or don’t do their reading will be putting their team at a disadvantage and will be eliminated.

2. Students agree to read at least 7-8 books off the list to help the entire team do well in the Battle of the Books. The competition will be held sometime in March.

3. Students may form teams of 4 members. We will help individuals who cannot find a team or who are short team member(s).

4. Each team will choose their own team name.

5. Depending on number of teams per grade level will determine if the battles will be divided by grades or grades will battle each other.

6. Students will be required to complete summaries for each book read.

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Parent and Student Signature and Initials:

Parent Initial:

____I agree to allow my child to participate in Battle of the Books and will help him/her abide by the stated rules.

____I also understand that The Battle of the Books book list may/or may not be on the approved Canyons School District book list.

____Student’s who do not read will be eliminated.

Signature of Parent or Guardian __________________________________Date_______________

Signature of Student _____________________________________________Date_______________

PLEASE RETURN TO THE OFFICE BY October 1st, 2014

Please direct any questions to ptsa.mjms@gmail.com

No School Friday, September 19th

We just want to remind you that this Friday, September 19th is a Data/PD day for schools. There will be no school for students this Friday.

Utah students in grades 5-12 are encouraged to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

Do you know a student who has made a meaningful contribution to his or her community through volunteer service in the past 12 months? Utah students in grades 5-12 are encouraged to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Applications are due Nov. 4. http://spirit.prudential.com/view/page/soc