Anne Machado called the meeting to order
at 7:05 PM.
Mrs. Anderson opened with “A Prayer
for Parents”.
Anne
Machado welcomed all in attendance. The March meeting was cancelled
due to bad weather. A Mass card was sent to the Kronk Family.
Approval of
February Minutes Caryn Morales
Treasurer’s Report Brenda Yackeren
Ending Balance on 4/6/2009 was $18,586.50.
Brenda provided the board members with a projection/comparison of income
for the past 3 years.
Principal Report Mrs. Anderson
Mrs.
Anderson reported that Grades 1 – 8 have completed ITBS testing; Grades
4 & 8 will take the NYS Science Exam after Easter Vacation. Religion
exam will be administered in June.
Sister
Pauline shared a slide show presentation on children in need in Cambodia
and Africa with the students. The students collected $1000.00 for Missions.
Mrs. Anderson shared a letter from the Holy Child Association with all
parents in attendance. The students collected toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Janice Tuillo, of the Parent Mission team will be bringing them to Guatemala.
St.
Mary School won 60 awards at the CYO Art Show held on April 3, 2009.
The Dutchess County Science Fair was held April 4, 2009. The school
received 9 of the 15 top awards and 27 special awards. 8th Grader,
Peter Gregory, was spotlighted in the Poughkeepsie Journal’s coverage
of the Science Fair.
Mrs.
Anderson shared Monsignor Martin’s enthusiasm and how thrilled he
was with the Spring Gala.
Joann
Fenton’s Summer Theatre Camp will be held in the school gym. More
details will be available soon.
Mrs.
McGinnis had grades 6, 7& 8 draft letters to famous people.
Pope Benedict and John Travolta responded. Mrs. McGinnis’ students
are participating in the Jelly Bean Project (Prayer) during Lent.
Each color jelly bean correlates with a kind behavior or good deed.
Each student received a jar and every day adds jelly beans in the color
that represents what they did.
Student
Council has purchased picnic tables from money they raised by hosting
a dress down day in March. They held St. Patrick, St Joseph and Holy
week prayer services.
Mrs.
Anderson discussed raising money to purchase 15 additional picnic tables
to be used for lunch tables. The tables are $100.00. Open
to thoughts and suggestions.
Marionette Show Brenda Yackeren/Jacqueline
LaColla
A
profit of $1250.00. Well attended by parish and school
family. The children enjoyed the show, cotton candy, popcorn and water.
Event was featured in Poughkeepsie Journal Focus edition.
Fish Fry Anne Machado/KatieGlembotzky
Anne
reported that approximately 200 dinners were served. It was very
well received by the parish. After expenses the event profited
$1100.00. Consider doing twice during Lent next year. Barbara
Paula stated that she received a lot of positive feedback from those
in attendance.
Spring Gala Anne Machado
It
was a wonderful evening. We had 177 people attend. Wonderful raffles,
delicious food and dancing.
Gala raised $7090.00. The generosity of the
Coris Family and the Beretta family is greatly appreciated. The Smaila
Family won the grand prize (Fireworks in Newport), donated by the Campilii
family. Thank you letters will be going out soon to all individuals
and businesses for their donations.
Doll’s Tea Party Nancy Yaremko
Caryn
Morales read a report submitted by Nancy Yaremko. The Doll’s
Tea Party went well and raised $2,183.00. The event had a large turnout
and a lot of volunteer help. The 5th, 6th,
7th and 8th grade girls did a wonderful job serving.
They will receive a two day no uniform pass. Many generous donations
helped keep costs down. The Carellini Family donated the food served
to the girls and Barbara Papula purchased some of the food served at
the café. The event was assigned to second grade but Nancy felt they
were not made aware of this. Nancy is very grateful for all the hardworking
parents that helped make the event a success.
Parish Mission Dinner
Anne Machado/KatieGlembotzky
Anne
reported that a ham dinner will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2009 from
4:00-6:30. It is Divine Mercy Sunday and the first night of the Parish
Mission. This dinner is a wonderful opportunity to foster the parish/school
relationship. Dinner will be $10.00 and include ham, green beans, choice
of scalloped potato or rice salad, cranberry sauce and a biscuit. A
child’s plate will be offered for $6.00 Advanced reservations will
be accepted.
Discount Cards Maria Galiano
Maria
Galiano reported that she has received many commitments from local businesses.
The card is half full. The business request form is available on the
SSL website. Cards will remain $5.00 and available in May.
Gold Event Lori Schultze
Lori
Schulze reported that 10 vendors will be in attendance. Light Refreshments
will be served. There will be a 50/50 raffle. Bellizzi Jewelers
will weigh and pay cash that night for gold. Flyers will be going home
in the blue folder.
Family Picnic Sandy Bulson
Sandy
reported the picnic will be held on Sunday, May 17, 2009 with a rain
date of Sunday, May 31, 2009. Time will be determined. Father Robert
has offered to officiate a mass. A save the date flyer will be sent
home in the blue folder.
Renegades Caryn Morales
Caryn
reported that a date needs to be selected. We will be offering tickets
for $20.00. Ticket price will include a General Admission ticket, hot
dog, soda and a Renegades hat.
Publicity Sandy Bulson
Sandy
reported that Science Fair photo and article have been submitted to
Southern Dutchess News. She will submit Art Show winners.
New Business
Anne
opened floor for questions/comments regarding the vote on amendment
to Article IV and Article VI of the SSL Constitution and Article I of
the By-Laws.
Vote
to amend Article IV and Article VI of the SSL Constitution and Article
I of the By-Laws passed. 18 votes Yes – 0 votes No
Mrs. Anderson concluded the meeting with
a “Hail Mary.”
Anne Machado adjourned the meeting at
7:50 PM.