PTO Board Members:

• Cate Leonardis, President
• Tara Ziliolli, Vice President
• Carey Begley, Treasurer
• Marie Reffler, Recording Secretary
• Sarah O’Connor, Corresponding Secretary

Call to Order:  08:48 am

1.  Updates from the Board

• President
  1. Craft Market- This year’s craft market will be a one-day outdoor event on Saturday, November 5th. We will try to increase the number of vendors from 24 to 35-40, and will start earlier in the day.
  2. Assemblies- Now that we are in-session again, it’s time to coordinate assembly programs for the students. Students can still be separated by class to maintain COVID protocols.  Bittner has several ideas, such as “Lead U There”, “The Brain Show” and a Dr. Seuss birthday event.    Sara O’Connor suggested reaching out to the local bookstore to coordinate book authors.
  3. Father/Daughter Dance- Mrs. Perry and Mrs. Walsifer are on the planning committee and are searching for a Springtime venue. More details to follow.

• Vice President

1. 1. Mrs. Alice Keefe and Mrs. Ally Stevens have been named to the nominating committee to appoint next year’s board members.

• Treasurer

1. 1. The craft market brought in approximately half of the typical profit, which is pretty good given that it was only a one-day event, less crafters committed and the venue was changed to outdoors. Feedback was favorable and the bake goods and gift baskets were a hit.

• Recording Secretary

1. 1. No updates at this time

• Corresponding Secretary

1. 1. Hoping to organize enrichment programs for the spring.

• Papera

1. 1. No updates at this time.

• Other Committee Chair Updates
  1. Cate Leonardis- Hoping to change up the lunch program to provide more vendor variety and menu item variety. Main St. Kitchen can no longer provide its services.  Suggestions for new vendors appreciated.  Also, volunteers are needed to help when the regularly scheduled volunteers cannot make it.  Contact Cate if interested.  It’s a great opportunity to see your child during school and to meet the other students and teachers.

III.  Comments from the Floor

1. 1. Suggestion made for possible car raffle in the future.  Also to prebook the following school year events so dates can be printed on the calendar.  Mrs. Bittner also asked for help stocking the monthly Sunshine Cart which will provide snacks for the staff.

Meeting Adjourned: 09:32am

PTO Board Members:

• Cate Leonardis, President
• Tara Ziliolli, Vice President
• Carey Begley, Treasurer
• Marie Reffler, Recording Secretary
• Sarah O’Connor, Corresponding Secretary

Call to Order:  08:34 am

I.

• Updates from the Board
• President
  1. Bike to School- Scheduled for 10/8. There will be healthy snacks and water upon arrival, plus munchkins which are being donated by Todd Leonhardt. Sea Girt Recreation has purchased wheel lights that will be given out to each bike rider by the SGPD. If unable to bike, reach out to Mr. Papera to see about getting a bike light for your child.
  2. Scarecrow Fundraiser- Not a very profitable fundraiser but always fun to look at when driving by the field. The Recreation Director is also interested in partnering with the school to decorate the local store fronts. One suggestion is that the recreation department could provide the supplies and different classes can decorate.
  3. Fall Social- Plans are in the works. Possible Murder Mystery Bar Crawl.  Details to follow.
  4. Craft Market- Considering an outdoor option this year along Bell Place under pop-up tents. Currently have ~32 vendors interested. Most likely a one day event 11/20 with rain date 11/21. Bake sale is most successful this time of year before Thanksgiving. Volunteers are still needed to help with things such as raffle baskets, the kitchen, ad book, set-up and clean-up. Please reach out to Cate if interested.

• Vice President
  1. No updates at this time.
• Treasurer
  1. Those in attendance voted for raffle baskets instead of 50/50 for the craft market.
• Recording Secretary
  1. No updates at this time.
• Corresponding Secretary
  1. No updates at this time.
• Mr. Papera
  1. Back to School Night- “More tame version” this year. One parent in person per child in each classroom. Pre-high will be in the auditorium.
  2. 8th Grade Car Wash- Will be Saturday, 10/2 10am-12noon. Please come out and support the 8th grade.
  3. c. Halloween- On Friday, 10/29 students will be dismissed at 12:30 to go home, eat and change into costumes. Jersey Mike lunch orders will be grab & go. Students will return to school at 1:45. Parade will be outdoors, weather permitted, or inside and live-streamed. Class parents are allowed to bring a treat and craft for classroom parties, but no parents are allowed in the building.

II.

• Other Committee Chair Updates
  1. A. Claire Beggans- Scholastic Book Fair will be 10/5-10/7 and organized similarly to last year. Book bins will be outside by the garden and students will have a set day to shop. Parents can send kids in with cash or set up a Scholastic E-Wallet account. The school has ~$6000 in Scholastic money to spend so far.

III.

• Dates to Remember
  • 09/30 – Back to School Night
  • 10/2 – 8th Grade Car Wash
  • 10/5-10/7 – Scholastic Book Fair
  • 10/8 – Bike to School Day

 

Meeting Adjourned: 09:29am

PTO Board Members:

• Cate Leonardis, President
• Tara Ziliolli, Vice President
• Carey Begley, Treasurer
• Marie Reffler, Recording Secretary
• Sarah O’Connor, Corresponding Secretary
• Lauren Leibler, Corresponding Secretary

Call to Order:  08:39 am

•  Updates from the Board
• President
  1. Volunteer Sign Ups – There is a clipboard with a list of committees for the next school year. Please consider contributing your time.  Cate will have the sign up sheets at pick up, or you can contact a board member to fill in your name.
  2. Field Day Contribution – Field Day is a little different than in the past. There will be 3 groups going at different times during the day so PTO is providing popsicles for the kids.
  3. Survey – Please fill out the survey that was brought home by your kids to help the PTO know where to focus their time and resources. We will consider an electronic option if the paper copies were insufficiently turned in.
  4. Craft Market – We are confident that the Craft Market will be run as normal this year. Please reach out to any vendor friends and please volunteer your time to help coordinate this hugely successful PTO fundraiser.  Some suggestions from the meeting were to activate Vendor Instagram now and to possibly offer mason jar soups as part of the bake sale.
  5. Teacher Requests – Since school was quickly closed down last year from Covid, the PTO was unable to honor any teacher requests. We are now asking teachers to provide us with any requests this year that will enrich their classrooms.
• Vice President – No updates at this time.
• Treasurer
  • The PTO is happy to offer scholarships to 2 former SGES students that are graduating high school this year. The 2 students will be revealed at the virtual award show.  The PTO is also able to offer several 8th grade awards this year.
• Recording Secretary – No updates at this time
• Corresponding Secretary
  • Sara is preparing to offer enrichments for next school year, and some suggestions are yoga, pottery, self-defense, cooking and sewing.

• Mr. Russo
  • The school is planning for a “regular year” and is looking forward to bringing back the activities/programs we missed this year. The teachers and staff were very appreciative of Teacher Appreciation Week.  Thank you Ally!!

III.   Other Committee Chair Updates

• Book Fair- Claire Beggans said we had great volunteers and the fair successfully brought in $2800 in sales. The children were enthusiastic and enjoyed walking around outside.  The PTO will decide how to best use the Scholastic Dollars that have been earned so far, perhaps through the teacher requests.  Claire is planning to have another fair, possibly at Back to School Night, and will see if there could be a case with adult level books.  SInce everyone enjoyed the outdoors, she may open it up to the students outside during the day, and then set up inside when the parents come.

1. Dates to Remember

06/11 – End of Year Teacher Luncheon

06/14 – Virtual Variety Show / Field Day

06/15 – Virtual Awards Show

06/16 – 8th Grade Graduation

06/16 – 06/18 – Early Dismissal

06/17 – PreK Graduation (10am) / Kindergarten Graduation (11am)

06/18 – LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!

• Comments from the Floor

1. • Suggestion was made from Denise Paterno to offer the students a healthy food program modeled after a video she watched by chef Jamie Oliver.  Older students may enjoy helping younger students make healthy smoothie combinations while learning the benefits of healthy food choices.  Denise suggested that the students could also grow their ingredients in the school garden, and perhaps, watch more educational films on healthy living.  Mr. Russo also suggested the Fresh Start Program that introduces nontypical fruit and vegetables to students.

 

Meeting Adjourned: 09:22am

PTO Board Members:

• Cate Leonardis, President
• Tara Ziliolli, Vice President
• Carey Begley, Treasurer
• Marie Reffler, Recording Secretary
• Sarah O’Connor, Corresponding Secretary
•  Lauren Leibler, Corresponding Secretary

Call to Order:

08:43 am

• Welcome
  • Introduction of the Board

Updates from the Board

President

• Welcome Lauren- Lauren will be filling in the rest of the school year as Corresponding Secretary, as Sarah continues to recover.
• Teacher Christmas Breakfast- Thank you to Debbie Lajewsky and Kelly Jarmon for an amazing spread. Teachers were very appreciative and it was a great morale booster.
  • Looking for more teacher/staff appreciation ideas. Perhaps Valentine’s notes. Will ask class parents to organize something, such as printing a template off of Pinterest.
• Spring Lake Pizzeria Day- Since the first one was a success, we are having another fundraiser on Thursday, January 28th. From 11a-9p purchase anything on the menu and 20% will be donated to the Sea Girt PTO. Includes takeout, delivery or dine in. Must mention SGES when paying.
• Mueller’s Crumb Cake Sale- Thank you to Dana Reid for looking into this fundraising opportunity. Thinking around Easter time since they don’t reopen until March 2nd. Will be a similar format to the previous successful pie sale where orders will be picked up at Dana’s house.
• Father/Daughter Dance- Jen Perry and Kerry Walsifier are busy organizing the event. It is postponed until the spring and they are looking into “cool ideas” such as possibly doing an activity instead of a dance. More details to follow.

Vice President

• Tara is reaching out to Jean Louise for possibly having an Easter chocolate fundraiser. She is waiting to hear from them if they can accommodate both St. Catherine’s and SGES. If not, she may repeat the Old Monmouth fundraiser that was done in the past. Jen Harter volunteered to assist since she is familiar with Old Monmouth.

Treasurer

• Carrie gave a rundown of money raised this school year so far. Spring Lake Pizzeria Day and Sneakers Plus have been successful. Barlow’s was not, but we still have been able to cover administrative expenses, which during a pandemic, is pretty good.
• Carrie brought up ordering school supplies. Although it is not a significant money maker for the PTO, according to Mr. Papera, it is easy for the school to set up and parents found it convenient. Last year, approximately ⅓ of SGES students placed orders, and the supplies were picked up in the gym. If we decide on repeating it this year, the ordering deadline will be in March.
• Carrie also mentioned that we no longer have car magnets available. Consensus is that they are well liked, so she will reach out to John Flynn and possibly reorder.

Recording Secretary

• No updates at this time

Corresponding Secretary

• No updates at this time

Principal

• Mr. Papera mentioned that the teachers liked the Sneakers Plus pop-up store and that there’s an interest for another one. He mentioned that the hoody and the fleece were well received. Cate will reach out to Janine D’Altrui.
• Mr. Papera also gave a COVID update, basically saying that we are doing “really good” despite the prevalence all around us. There have been a few situations requiring quarantining, and he saw a large number of students switch to remote learning around the holidays. He does feel that “being here is the best thing for kids” but reminded us of the CDC guidelines for attending school with symptoms or returning after a positive test or contact.
• Mr. Papera also expressed the need for word-of-mouth recruiting since they cannot organize any open houses this year. At this point, they are expecting to accept tuition students in the fall. If you know of anyone who may be interested in enrolling their child, please have them contact the school.

Other Committee Chair Updates

• Book Fair- Claire Beggans discussed the 2 week Scholastic book fair fundraiser. She said orders were lower than she had hoped, but it was simple to organize. She is waiting on the final profit number but has been discussing with her contact possibly doing an outside book fair in the spring. Mr Papera is hopeful that this will be allowed.

Dates to Remember

• 1/18/2021- MLK Day (staff and faculty only)

Comments from the Floor

• Discussed that Teacher Appreciation is the week of May 3rd. In the past, presents were given in person for each of the 5 days of the week and daily activities were encouraged. This year, however, because of COVID we may have to repeat last year’s outdoor box setup. Class parents may need to create a box where parents/students can drop off gifts. More info to follow as we get closer.

Meeting Adjourned: 09:26am

PTO Board Members:

• Cate Leonardis, President
• Tara Ziliolli, Vice President
• Carey Begley, Treasurer
• Marie Reffler, Recording Secretary
• Sarah O’Connor, Corresponding Secretary

Call to Order:

08:48 am

• Welcome
  • Introduction of the Board

Updates from the Board

President

• Fall Fundraising- planning on multiple small events since the Artisan Market was cancelled. Very important to recoup funds with strong participation.
• Scarecrows- now available for $25 on My Food Days. Flyer being produced by Mariam Savaria. Class parents will also notify their classes. Scarecrows will be dropped off by board members after they are purchased. Families can decorate their scarecrow and zip tie it to the school fence along Bell Place. Write your name on the scarecrow to be entered into a raffle. Prize to be determined but likely to include school spirit wear.
• Spring Lake Pizzeria Day- Big thank you to Kelly Jarmon for setting this up. On October 15th, 11a-9p purchase anything on the menu and 20% will be donated to the Sea Girt PTO. Includes takeout, delivery or dine in. Make it a nice night out, BYOB and can sit at an outdoor table. Must mention SGES when paying. Will look into placing flyers on tables at the pizzeria so other families may contribute as well.
• Delicious Orchards Thanksgiving Pie Sale- Big thank you to Dana Reid for setting this up. $17 for a 9-inch pie (no limit on number ordered). Choice of Apple, Pumpkin, Mince, Cherry and Pecan. Orders due November 10th and will be distributed on November 24th. Order forms will be available shortly.
• Calendars- Sold over 50 so far. More still available. Great resource especially for new families. Includes a school directory which is very useful to have. Any leftover will be given to faculty.
• Back to School Nite- Overall positive feedback from parents. Recorded presentations were well received, but Q&A sessions were chaotic in some grades.
• Seagirtpto.com- website currently being updated. Plan on fully functioning website October 12th. Great place to stay informed with meeting minutes, fundraising events and other notifications. Unlike last year, shopping will be done on other formats, not on this website.
• Winter Fundraising Ideas-
  • Alison Soltis is looking into a holiday wreath sale through Barlows. Wreaths would be preordered and then distributed when ready. More details to follow.
  • Long sleeve SGES shirt available for the holidays. Possibly red/white/blue tie dye with #SeaGirtStrong on back. More details to follow.

Vice President

• Class Parents will be asked to collect money soon. Parties are not currently allowed, but individually wrapped, store bought treats and individual art projects are still options.

Treasurer

• No updates at this time

Recording Secretary

• No updates at this time

Corresponding Secretary

• No updates at this time

Mr. Papera

• Phase II Reopening Plan- Students are still cohorted, masked and socially distanced but full day of school. Still trying to “control exposure not prevent it”. Must send in lunch to avoid people entering the building. Will reinstate My Food Days later. Schedule will be different with 41 minute periods and two 50 minute lunch periods (instead of 42 minute periods and one 50 minute lunch). Prehigh students will not cycle through classes. No clubs. No media. Enrichment with Ms. Campbell will be in the classrooms. For lunch, students will be assigned a teacher and an outside spot. Half the period will be lunch and the other half will be recess. When inclement weather, lunch will be in the classroom. School playground will stay closed since it is not feasible to disinfect it appropriately throughout the day.
• Halloween Parade- Mr. Papera is “trying hard to figure out a safe way” to celebrate Halloween this year with “too many uncontrollable pieces”. Some possibilities are making school a half day so students can wear costumes. Have a parade with a longer parade route so spectators are socially distanced. No parade at all and just wear costumes. Class moms can still bring in individually wrapped store bought treats and individualized crafts.

Other Committee Chair Updates

• Apparel- Janine D’Altrui reported that the pop-up shop went “really well” with 41 sales and 144 items purchased. Plan is to re-open shop after the holidays with the same apparel plus maybe one or two additional items like a windbreaker or a sports line for students missing out on sports this year. If anyone has a recommendation please contact Janine.

Dates to Remember

10/5/20-10/9/20- Week of Respect

10/11/20-10/16/20- Food Drive Collection (canned goods)

10/12/20- Faculty/Staff Only (Columbus Day)

10/15/20- SGES Day/Night at Spring Lake Pizzeria

10/22/20- BOE Meeting

10/26/20-10/30/20- Red Ribbon Week

Comments from the Floor

• Discussed that the Haunted Hayride will be The Haunted Car Ride this year. See the flyer that was attached to Mr. Papera’s email 10/07/2020 for details.

Meeting Adjourned: 0941am

 

PTO Board Members:

• Cate Leonardis, President
• Tara Ziliolli, Vice President
• Carey Begely, Treasurer
• Marie Reffler, Recording Secretary
• Sarah 0’Connor, Corresponding Secretary

Call to Order:

8:50

• Welcome
  • Introduction of the new board and president.

Updates from The Board

President

• Fall Fundraising Ideas
• New ideas are welcome for this year’s fundraising.
• The Sea Girt School Artisan/Craft Market (the PTO’s biggest fundraiser) will not happen this year due to Covid restrictions.
• Potential Ideas suggested:
  • Pie Sale (partner with a local bakery)
  • Scarecrow fundraiser
• Calendar Sales
  • The PTO Calendar is on sale on Myfooddays.com
• Open Volunteer Positions:
• Enrichment Chair
  • Noelle Arthurholdt volunteered at this meeting to manage the enrichment program.
• Artisan market vendor Support
  • It was suggested that we support our regular vendors via their Etsy shops.
• Walk/Bike to School
  • This event will happen this year but will be limited due to social distancing.
• Website
  • PTO Board is working on revising and editing the current website.
  • A content manager volunteer is needed.

Vice President

• Class Parent update
  • All positions have been filled.
  • Teacher requests to be submitted to the PTO for review.

Treasurer

• Budget report
  • Without the artisan market there is a deficit in the PTO’s overall budget.
  • $6800 needed to cover all PTo sponered activities for the year.
  • Additional fundraising ideas are needed.
  • A virtual fundraiser was suggested.

Recording Secretary

• No updates at this time

Corresponding Secretary

• No updates at this time.

Update from the Superintendent

• First day of school went very well. Mr. Papera appreciates all of the cooperation and effort.
• Plans for the next phase will be introduced at the end of the month.
• Some highlights regarding the morning health screening:
  • If a sibling is not feeling well please keep the children home from school.
  • Contact Mrs. Ryder with any questions.
  • Error on the side of caution at all times.

Other Committee Chair Updates

• Apparel for Eighth Grade
  • Megan Schnurr spoke on behalf of the eight grade parents and shared that they are still selling apparel to raise funds for the eight-grade class trip to Washington DC.
• The Eighth Grade Car Wash/Haunted Hayride
  • A date for the car wash is TBD. The date on the calendar is incorrect.
  • Additional information is forthcoming.
• The haunted hayride will continue with some minor changes due to social distancing. The eight graders will help with this activity.
• Family Fun Night
  • Nancy Wierman working with Boosters on a potential outdoor movie night.
• Apparel
  • Janine D’Altrui is the chairperson and has introduced a pop up shop with new apparel options.
  • The pop up shop will probably be available again at Christmas time.

Meeting Adjourned: 10:12am

Board Members

• Leanne Hoffman/Marjorie Kane – Co-Presidents
• Aimee Geyer-Mihalic – Vice President
• Carey Begley – Treasurer
• Kerri Walsifer – Corresponding Secretary
• Ally Stevens – Recording Secretary
• Alice Keefe – Trustee

[Read more…] about Agenda and Minutes – March 19, 2019

PTO Executive Meeting

Father Daughter Dance Follow-up

• Do we want to do a Survey Monkey?

Spring Social

• Raffle License
• Targeted Price Point
• Date/Venue
• Needs?

Memorial Day Games

• Volunteer Forms-sign ups on website
• Needs
• Student needs
• Police Chief
• Fire Department
• Next Meeting of Planning Committee

Dance-A –Thon

• Date May 17th
• Toby D Antonio
• DJ-?
• Fundraising for Gym Renovations- Horizontal Climbing Wall (TBD by BOE on 3/21)

Mother/Son

• Kristin Harmon?

Artisan Market

• Chairs- Advertising (other than book), Parking, help with layout
• New Application
• Correspondence back to vendor

Apparel

• Spring Wear orders
• Next selling event 
• Laptop Covers (pre-high)

Correspondence

• Thank you to Mitch Karp for years of service?

Chair Reports

• VP
  • Open Volunteer Positions
  • Class Parents 
  • Website
• Treasurer
  • Report-current status
  • Purchase of jump ropes for SGES
• Recording Secretary
• Corresponding Secretary
• Trustee
  • Lunch Program Status?

Miscellaneous

• Closet for Art Supplies b. Agenda for 3/19/19