EPPING HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL

Minutes of the Parents and Citizens Association
452nd Meeting held at the School on
Monday 7^th December 2004

Meeting opened by the President, Melissa Iredell at 8.25pm.

In Attendance 16 as per attendance register (14 parents & 2 teachers)

Apologies 5 as per attendance register

It was resolved that the Minutes of the meeting held on 1^st November, 2004 be accepted, moved by Veronica Casson, Seconded by Margaret Ramsay.

It was resolved that the AGM Minutes of the meeting held on 15th November, 2004 be accepted, moved by Melissa Iredell, Seconded by Terry Liddicoat.

· Noticeboard - Staff think if board was placed at end of Cola, it could be damaged by balls. Another place is the wall behind where assembly is held, but it may be too big for this space.

· Present to Parents - Wine with thank you label & pen given to parents. 100 pens were ordered (minimum run) so there are many left over for future gifts.

· Shed - Progroup quote $12,081 including GST. Parent quote much cheaper. Get written quotes from all the parents.

Written report circulated for period ending 30^th November 2004 compiled by Terry Liddicoat who spoke to same. Moved by Stephanie Davison, seconded by Bill Harris.

As this is the final P&C Meeting for 2004, I would like to thank all members of the P&C and especially those holding executive positions for their efforts in supporting the school throughout the year.

I believe the P&C has been very capably led by Melissa Iredell as President, who has put in hours and hours of time in initiating projects and improvements in the school and responding to suggestions made by members of the school community.

The completion of the major project of air-conditioning the school has had a real impact on the learning conditions for the children and teaching conditions for the staff. Numerous other smaller projects have resulted in improvements to the school and its resources.

The fund-raising efforts this year have been phenomenal, due to the outstanding efforts of the committee and members of the school community who are so willing to assist with the many functions and activities planned by the P&C.

The profile of the P&C needs to remain high, to ensure that all members of the school community remain involved and committed to continued support of the school. The improvements and resources available to children at Epping Heights are a direct result of the wonderful support received from parents.

I completed the Annual School Report on Friday and would like to go through the report at a P&C Meeting early next year. A lot of work goes into the report and I believe it is worthwhile for parents to have the opportunity to have the report explained to them. The report describes the targets we have set for next year and of course we seek support from our parents to achieve these targets.

Congratulations to all involved with Carols Night last Friday - it was a very successful evening, with participation by a majority of families. It was so nice to see future Epping Heights' families, who had come along to enjoy the evening.

The staff is very much looking forward to the P&C Breakfast tomorrow. This gesture means a great deal to the staff who work so hard for the benefit of the children.

Next week's Presentation day will be a very special occasion, during which numerous awards will be presented, various items will be performed and the leadership team for 2005 will be inducted. The school executive team has worked hard to ensure the success of the day.

Finally can I wish all members of the P&C best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. It has been my pleasure to work with such a great group of people so obviously committed to the whole school community. Thank you all.

Quote received re oval restoration ~$30 000 from North Shore Paving (this did not include drainage)
Discussion re CC facility for payment of term invoices - questions re
electronic banking. Approx merchant fees on $40,000 are $780.00.
Successful K Orientation program including Intro to Reading Course.
Newspaper article in Sunday Telegraph, re Program Achieve - emotional and social well-being of children.
Ideas sought for tree to be planted on behalf of Year 6 2004 - suggestion to
contact parent, Ceridwen Jones.

Community Relations - 2^nd Orientation was a great success, thanks to parents who helped. Buddy photos still for sale.

Fundraising & Social -Kathy Dixon - Xmas Carols raised approx $1,300.00 less expenses. A great night had by all. Thank you to all the helpers.

Gardening - Re dead tree at back, arborist will remove at no cost. Will leave other trees until winter to remove. Solution for front table area, i.e. exposed tree roots (close in with sleepers and fill with mulch) approx cost $1,100.00. Idea floated re splitting gardens up into sections and each year responsible for maintaining their own area, with rosters to be set up. One or two major mulchings per year to be organised. Will discuss next year.

"That the P&C support Multicultural Awareness projects & resource purchases in 2005, up to a cost of $2,000". The motion was voted on and all were in favour. Motion passed. Meeting asked if the committee could look at purchasing some of the resources through the school library fund that we contribute to.