Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) Minutes
Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) Minutes
Date: October 12, 2051
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: [YOUR COMPANY NAME] Library
Attendees:
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Jane Doe, PTA President
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John Smith, Principal
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Emily Johnson, Teacher Representative
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Mark Brown, Treasurer
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[YOUR NAME], Secretary
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Additional Attendees: Approximately 20 parents and teachers, fostering robust community engagement.
Agenda Items:
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Opening Remarks
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Review of Previous Meeting Minutes
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Financial Report
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Upcoming School Events
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Open Floor for Questions and Comments
Discussions:
Opening Remarks:
Jane Doe officially called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM, expressing gratitude to all attendees for their commitment to enhancing the educational environment at [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. She emphasized the significance of collaboration among parents, teachers, and school administration in enriching the learning experiences of students.
Review of Previous Meeting Minutes:
[YOUR NAME] provided a concise overview of the minutes from the last meeting, highlighting key decisions and action items. The minutes were unanimously approved without any amendments, confirming transparency and continuity in the PTA's activities.
Financial Report:
Mark Brown presented the current financial status of the PTA, revealing a balance of $5,000. He outlined recent expenditures, including funding for classroom supplies and technology enhancements, and discussed proposed budget allocations for upcoming school projects, such as improvements to the playground and classroom resources. Mark assured the attendees of ongoing fiscal responsibility and encouraged suggestions for future spending.
Upcoming School Events:
Emily Johnson detailed several planned events, focusing particularly on the Fall Festival scheduled for October 30th. She highlighted the festival's importance in fostering community spirit and supporting school programs. Emily invited parents to not only participate but also to share their ideas and contributions to ensure the event's success.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Jane Doe reiterated the critical need for volunteers for the Fall Festival, emphasizing how parental involvement directly benefits the students and the school community. Sign-up sheets were circulated for various roles, including event planning, setup, and activity coordination. Jane encouraged all attendees to consider how they could contribute their time and skills.
Open Floor for Questions and Comments:
During the open floor session, a parent raised concerns about enhancing school safety measures. John Smith addressed the inquiry by outlining the current safety protocols in place, including regular drills and emergency preparedness training. He welcomed community feedback and suggested forming a safety committee to discuss potential improvements.
Action Items:
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Mark Brown: Prepare a detailed financial report for the next meeting, including budget projections for the next quarter to facilitate strategic planning.
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Emily Johnson: Coordinate with parent volunteers for the Fall Festival, sending updates and reminders as the event date approaches to ensure adequate preparation.
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John Smith: Review existing school safety measures and consider community suggestions for improvements, reporting back to the PTA at the next meeting.
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[YOUR NAME]: Distribute electronic sign-up sheets for volunteering opportunities to families who could not attend the meeting, ensuring broad participation.
Next Steps:
The next PTA meeting is scheduled for November 9, 2051, at 6:00 PM in the [YOUR COMPANY NAME] Library. Agenda items will be circulated two weeks prior to the meeting, allowing members to prepare for discussion.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 PM, with a sincere thank you to all attendees for their continued support and engagement.