February 27, 2002 MPTG monthly meeting
- General discussion of fundraising philosophy.
- Treasurer's report
- Jay is tracking down money Scholastic owes MPTG.
- Letter read from Connie Smith thanking volunteer Lori Clarke for her outstanding effort in completing the Sing and Print kits.
- January minutes approved.
- Playground
- March 11 presentation to Town Council.
- A parent expressed frustration because her child a frightening accident on the old playground. Dr. Olson explained students can't play on the new playground due to the lack of a fence at the end of the parking area. The central office said they would put a fence up in the fall. Discussion followed as to what can be done to get the fence.
- Movie Night March 15.
- Arts in Education
- Committee: Mary Harper, Donna Garcia, Lindsey Adler, Bryn Weymouth and Pam Perras
- Arts for Life Day April 11 - Many activities scheduled for throughout the day.
- Spring programs at Melville sponsored by MPTG:
String Quartet - 4/12
Mad About Math - 4/30
Breaking Down Science - 5/15
Meet the Musician - 6/6
- Principal's Update
- Thanks to Terry St. Peter for the great job with the sound system for the last movie.
- Pre1 program definitely eliminated.
- SALT visit rescheduled for Nov. 18-23.
- The Pennies for the Playground fundraiser will be replaced with a program to sell engraved bricks for landscaping around the playground.
- Officer nominating committee has been formed to recruit a President for next year.
- Next meeting is March 27, 7 p.m.
- Refreshments - Lisa Lafleur