RADNOR HIGH SCHOOL
PTSA MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 18, 2002
WELCOME
President Mercedes Karel introduced the PTSA board and welcomed all
attendees.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of May 8, 2002 were approved by motion and second.
TREASURER'S REPORT
The main account and school store accounts were approved by motion and
second. The proposed budget was passed by motion and
second.
STUDENT REPORTSStephanie Cantner reported
the magazine sale fundraiser is going on now. The senior prom date is
5/16/03. The overall homecoming theme is
"typical high school". The senior class theme is "nerds." The date for
senior dress-up day will be determined. The class would like to
continue a "senioritis" musical under the direction of Mr. McKenna.
Robert Dorfman reported the junior class wrapping
paper fund raiser is going on now. Theme for homecoming is "Jocks &
Cheerleaders". They would like to
establish a student government web site.
Erica Jahnle reported the sophomore dance will
take place 2/21/03. Their homecoming theme is "faculty".
Community service projects are
planned and a gift wrap fund raiser is also
under way. The Art Auction fund raiser is 11/15/02.
Mike Jones reported the freshman class homecoming
theme is "preps". Elections will be held for class officers.
FACULTY REPRESENTATIVE
Ellie Doer reported the school year is off to a good start and thanks for
all parental support during orientation.
PRINCIPAL'S REPORT
Dr. Baker reported a good opening of the school year with the sports teams
and band starting off well. Some glitches with the new
Panamation program were experienced. The banners donated by the
PTSA are an attractive identification of the campus. A 9/11/02 all
school program featuring Dick Jackman was well-received. RAP has
worked well. "Radnor in the Morning" will be held every Wednesday
during community period. A new program is in place to provide an
option of in-school expulsion for certain cases. Out-of-school expulsions
will continue to be determined. Breakfast with the administrators
is a new program this year. The total number of students at present is
1,024.
PRESIDENT'S REPORT
Mercedes reported the first "Breakfast with the Administrators" will take
place on 9/30/02 with the new Athletic Director. The Radnor banners
on the driveways look great. The bagel breakfast for the freshmen
was enjoyed by all. MaryAnn Brink and Kris Sanders were thanked for
their hard work on the Directory and Planners, respectively.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Drug & Alcohol Task Force: Dan Sherry reported a yellow card was mailed to
all homes with some suggestions. The committee hopes to
make the web site more student friendly. October 24 will be the
freshmen presentation.
ABC House: Ellen Epps distributed a sign-up sheet for families to provide
dinner at the ABC House every other Sunday so the staff can have
a day off. The dinner can be dropped off or prepared at the house.
Planners: Kris Sanders apologized for the incorrect colors, but indicated
they are selling well.
Directory: MaryAnn Brink reported the directories will be for sale at Open
House on October 3.
Holiday Gift Baskets: Cheryl Goodman and Ann Martin will coordinate this
project. All are welcome to sign-up to provide a holiday gift
basket-the cost is approximately $50/basket.
OLD BUSINESS
Kathy Early will audit the Treasurer's books.
NEW BUSINESS
Open House is 10/3/02 with Peggy Kauffman and Nancy Kneeland coordinating.
Everyone is encouraged to drop off any type of snack.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:05 PM
Respectfully submitted,
Rosemary S. Browne |