PTA MEETING MINUTES MARCH 03, 2015 CALL TO ORDER/INTRODUCTIONS
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Meeting called to order by Jennifer Seaver
REVIEW/APPROVE LAST MONTH’S MEETING MINUTES
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Vote: Approve 2/4/2015 as written without corrections
***Motion made by Tricia Brunmeier; Motion seconded by Jennifer Seaver. Vote
approved without opposition by 10 PTA members.
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT-MR. SUPA
1. Roosevelt Mascot
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2 options for graphics sent around
Goal is to streamline the mascot logo to have only one mascot in use
Would like to initiate new mascot for next school year
GUEST SPEAKER: DR. PHIL ERTL, WAUWATOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT
SUPERINTENDENT
Topic: State Budget and what does that mean for Roosevelt
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Superintendent for 15 years
Every year there has been a reduction in budget
Receive $280/student but then Act 10 and there is no state law to mandate increase
This is the first time he has concern of how they will manage long term (i.e. 10 years
from now)
Makeup of our school district will need to change and class sizes may need to increase
and change in breadth of classes offered
Feels students receive quality education in Tosa and that is why people choose to live
here and send their children to school here
Strategic Planning to evaluate budget, existing schools and whether to build new or
remodel old buildings, cost of operations
School board does not carry a strong voice for the State Budget; people listen to parents
School funding is so complicated and hard to understand which makes the issue more
difficult to discuss (80% of budget goes to people (i.e. salaries)
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY PTA MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 1 OF 4 PTA MEETING MINUTES MARCH 03, 2015 Concern related to decrease interest in those pursuing education degree and therefore
decrease quality teachers
• Encourage all parents to look at “Big Picture” and how it affects everyone and future
• Goal is to not have the students see the impact these budget cuts may cause
• For Wauwatosa: Open Enrollment funding helpful
• State Wide Issue for budget and not just issue for Tosa
• Allowing those who do not have a teaching license but have a degree in another field to
teach special courses in 6th-12th grade can be beneficial. Need a passion for kids and
teaching.
• 504/Title 1 programs will not change nor the funding for them
• May need to look at offerings like foreign language (i.e. French, German) in middle
school or the world language program in high school because of budget cuts
• Don’t feel district should eliminate Music, Spanish, gym, etc. because of budget cuts
• Previous Budget cuts already changed benefits and compensation for Staff and they have
a high deductible insurance and HSA account
Parent Questions:
1. “Is the budget cuts evenly distributed across districts or are some more affected than
others?” Response of Dr. Ertl: “Equal distribution”
2. “Do you see burnout from the teachers or teacher issues because of these budget cuts?”
Response of Dr. Ertl: “Devaluing of educators is a big concern for teachers.” “I have a lot
of respect for what our teachers do.
3. “What can we as parents do to help?” Response of Dr. Ertl: “Contact legislators related to
concern with budget cuts. Write individualized letters to them with concerns.”
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OLD BUSINESS
1. Spirit Wear (Jennifer Seaver)
• Potential new vendor for next year
2. Spaghetti Dinner (Nicki Pantuso)
• Great success
• New vendor this year and will use next year
3. School Dance (Leah Donovan)
§ Good Job
§ Open position of committee chair for next year
4. Sweet Treat Morning (Kristin Lampasona)
§ Went well
§ Waiting for invoice from Cranky Al’s
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY PTA MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 2 OF 4 PTA MEETING MINUTES MARCH 03, 2015 NEW BUSINESS
1. PTA Board for 2015-2016 (Jennifer Seaver)
• Bylaws updated last year and changed position from 2 year term to 1 year
term
2. Election of Nomination Committee (Jennifer Seaver)
• Don’t need a committee
• Next month (April) announce nominees and election in May
• Leah Donovan nominated current board members and current members do
want to continue for next year but still open for more nominations for
those interested
3. PTA Movie Night (Jennifer Seaver)
• Event on Friday May 27th at 6pm
• Showing Big Hero 6
• Watch green folders for more info
• Thank you to Roosevelt for sponsoring movie
4. Jake’s Spring Blood Drive (Jennifer Aldrich)
• Event: 3/28/15 from 9am-2pm
• 20th blood drive and will have cake for milestone
• Goal: 70 donors
• Flyer about blood drive will be in green folder
5. Pancake Breakfast (Jennifer Aldrich)
• Event: April 24th 0700-0800am
• Looking for Co-Chair then Kristin Lampasona volunteered to be Co-Chair
• Using Pancake Guy
• Volunteer Spot for Volunteer sign-up
6. Spring Fling (Jennifer Seaver)
• Event: April 23rd from 530pm to 930pm
• Accepting donations for raffles and silent auction
• Will be reaching out to local businesses for donations
• Looking for gift card donations
7. Book Fair (Jennifer Seaver)
• Event: May 4th-May 8th
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Angela Dobbs chairs and looking to have someone help her, especially
someone to help during the day and potentially take over for her as next
year will be her last year
Vivian Diaz-Dygert agreed to be Co-Chair
BUDGET/TREASURER’S REPORT (JENNIFER ALDRICH)
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PTA Budget spreadsheet handed out for referencing
Highlights:
1. Big fundraiser coming up is Spring Fling event; Budgeted to raise
$3,000 and will make sure to communicate on flyer that proceeds
will go to “Dome” showing for entire school. This showing will
occur in Fall after MAPS testing for all grade levels
2. Will be writing check for field trips
3. High Interest Day is coming up and is a big expense
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS
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Announcement: Jennifer Seaver announced Carnival for JK-1st grade will be last day of
school and more details to come.
Announcement: Jennifer Seaver announced Field Day for 2nd through 5th grades will be
the 2nd to last day of school and more details to come.
Announcement: Jennifer Seaver announced that Molly Kreeger and she organized the
PTA Kitchen.
NEXT MEETING
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Thursday, April 16, 2015 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in Roosevelt Library
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED BY:
Tricia Brunmeier, Roosevelt PTA Secretary
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