1) WELCOME/OPENING PRAYER

Mary Kent welcomed everyone and Fr.Jack led the Board in prayer. Those in attendance

 

Kevin Vance (Principal)	Sandy Frank	Mary Kent
Fr.Jack	Joy Gunza	BethMastriani
Mary Allgeier	Laura Hagen	Theresa McGoron
Cheryl Asper	Mary Hanson	Bridgett Raffenberg
Suzanne CaJacob	Sharon Harris	Darlene Stuart
Kathy Downey	Michelle Heyob	Fran Vanarsdall
Joan Eckart	Laura Kalas	Amy Zust
Theresa Eve

2) SECRETARY'S REPORT

The attendance sheet was passed around. No further report was given.

3) TREASURER'S REPORT

Theresa McGoron reported a checking account balance of $12,384.27 and a savings account balance of $5,255.51. An e-mail from Tom Bove was read that answered some of the questions the Board had raised concerning the increase in funds expected from the PTA that has already been incorporated into the budget. It was decided to go ahead and pay the increased amount for this school year, but to raise our concerns when the new budget is being planned, which will take place within the next few months.

4) FATHER JACK

There will be a Christ Renews His Parish weekend coming soon to St.Vivian. This is a wonderful and enriching spiritual program for both men and women. Extra basketball "side baskets" will soon be going up in the activity center to allow for more simultaneous practicing. A trophy case is also to be installed. Due to a high level of interest, a study will be conducted on whether or not to purchase equipment for the playground. The Missionary that will be visiting will need a place to stay. If someone would like to open their home to him, it would be greatly appreciated. Plans for the St.Patrick's Day party are under way. There will be a marriage evening on February 14th, which will include a guest speaker, dinner and a mass.

5) PRINCIPAL

Notification was received that our pre-school is once again in full compliance. Congratulations to Cindy McMahon for running a wonderful program for our pre-school children. The service projects the students were involved in this year were a great success, touching both the children and those they helped in many tangible ways. The 8th graders are working hard to raise the money needed for their spring trip to Washington D.C. They will be holding several fund-raisers and ask for everyone's support to help them reach their goal. The State of Ohio has changed the law concerning the age cut-off for those planning to enter Kindergarten in the fall. The new date will be August 1st. Mr.Vance expressed his thanks to the Board for all they do for the school.

6) GENERAL BUSINESS

a) The Santa Shop was a success again this year. Theresa Eve reported that many children expressed to her their excitement at being able to participate, which is the real purpose for the program. An added benefit was the $100.00 profit made this year.

b) The Pancake Breakfast recorded a profit of $905.46, up from $519.60 last year. Kathy Downey reported a low turnout after the first mass, perhaps due to no announcement being made before the closing of the mass. Kathy Downey also questioned whether or not the purpose of the Breakfast should be expanded and if things should be done differently. No determination was made.

c) The Christmas dinner for the teacher's was held at Martino's on Vine and was very nice.

d) Kathy Downey reported that Julie Williams graciously donated several flower arrangements on behalf of Jack Herb Florist, which were delivered to Ann McMackin and Joanne Fiorini to thank them for their tireless work on the Market Day program. Several arrangements were also raffled off among the volunteers at the Pancake Breakfast.

7) NEW BUSINESS

a) $150.00 was paid for an ad in the program for the St.Vivian Boy's Basketball Tournament.

b) Catholic Schools Week will take place the week of 1/29 - 2/2/01. Theresa McGoron contacted UDF to order the ice cream cups to be given to the students on that Friday. UDF informed her that in the future if they are contacted at least a month prior to the event, it's possible the ice cream could be donated or purchased at a reduced rate. This information will be passed along to those in charge of next year's event.

c) The Teacher Appreciation Dinner will take place on February 15. Everyone was asked to sign-up for their contribution to the dinner. It was also decided to give the teachers gift certificates as was done last year.

d) The budget for the Ice Cream Social will remain at $150.00. Entertainment for this year's event will be scheduled before our next Board meeting.

e) The date for the Walk-a-thon has yet to be set. It will take place on either April 27th or May

11th. The date should be set by the next Board meeting.

f) The Falculty/Staff Appreciation Dinner will take place on May 16th at the Grove. A $75 fee will be paid to secure the site.

g) Plans for Track-n-Field Day are progressing well. It will take place on June 7th.

h) First Term Members should consider whether or not they would be willing to hold an office in next year's PTA. A vote will take place at the March meeting to elect the new Officers.

8) OTHER BUSINESS

Joy Gunza will be contacting Detective Sweeney with several possible dates for the Internet Safety Seminar to take place. A firm date will be set soon.

9) ADJOURNMENT - The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

NEXT MEETING - February 20, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ursuline Room

****Don't forget to drop off your contribution for the Teacher Appreciation Dinner by 5:00 p.m. on February 15th. ***

Respectfully Submitted,

Amy Zust