1. Welcome
Approximately 25 people in attendance
PAC president John Holt welcomed the group. John gave a brief introduction of the executive council to the parents and guests. The regular order of business was suspended to allow for a presentation from Languages Dept Head, Luce Arsenault and Tracy Hardman, Substance Use Liaison, District 36.2. The presentation by the Languages department teachers was regarding the proposed cultural exchange trip between the students of B.C and Quebec. The program is coordinated through the services of SEVEC and Exchanges Canada. This is the first time that JHSS has been selected by the project. A group of about 20 students from each province will be staying at sponsors’ homes during their stay. Teachers at JHSS have proposed that the Quebec students will be taken to Victoria, Whistler and Vancouver during their one-week stay here in B.C. The cost for all the activities is under funded by an estimated at $2,500.00, most of which would be transportation fees. The group would be grateful for any contribution the PAC would make to support this cultural exchange.
3. Tracy Hardman, Substance Abuse Liaison Officer, from the School District 36 gave a 1.75 hour presentation on drug awareness. The presentation touched on the various drugs available in the market, the short and long term effects of the drugs, the impact it has on the students, parents and the community. The presentation was followed by question and answer session. Ms. Hardman is in the school on Fridays if you have any more questions or concerns
After a brief break, the regular PAC meeting resumed with 12 people in attendance
4. Principals Report
Mr. Hignell gave a brief report of the current situation of the activities at the school.
The teachers and students are working hard towards doing well with the final provincial exams. There were a number of tutorials conducted at the school to help the students to prepare for the exams.
Half of the grade 11 students have submitted portfolio reports.
The new course selection for the next year will be held on 7th February 2006.
The school dance will be held on 16th February 2006.5. Financial Report
Linda Blais presented the financial report. Moved and seconded to accept the report. Carried.
Linda wants to add two more persons from the executive council to have the authority to sign the cheques on behalf of the PAC. John, Murali and Steve to meet Linda at the Vancity Bank, Guildford branch at 11:30 am on 4th February 2006.6. Committee Reports
Dpac - Mark had nothing to report on behalf of District PAC.
Dance committee - The next school dance at JHSS will be on 16th February 2006.
Fund raising - Emma reported that she had received one new order towards the fund raising program.
Dry Grad Committee - Dianne gave a brief report on the activities of the dry grad committee. The next fund-raising activity will be Shake The Can on 11th February 2006 at the Evergreen Mall.
There will a fashion show on the 22nd February 2006. Brenda informed that a coffee service is being provided by StarBucks.
Students will be bussed from the Dinner and Dance to the Dry Grad Function.
Looking into linking a web site for the Dry Grad to the School web site.7. Old Business - None
8. New Business
The PAC members supported the idea of contributing towards the proposed cultural exchange program between the students from B.C. and Quebec. Linda proposed a motion to contribute $500.00 towards the proposed cultural exchange program. Murali seconded the motion. After some discussion, John moved to increase our support to $1000 seconded by Brenda. The amendment and original motions were passed.Mr. H. Becker raised concerns regarding traffic congestion at the intersection of 154th Street and 100 Ave. His concern was for the safety of students and parents from both JHSS and William Davidson Elementary School. Everyone in attendance was familiar with the unusual design of the intersection and most had experienced some sort of conflict or concerns there. Dianne suggested that PAC should get involved in this issue and send a letter to the City of Surrey. John Holt asked that Mr. Becker draft a letter regarding this issue and submit the same to the PAC. PAC will discuss this matter, make any amendments to the letter if necessary and submit the letter to the City of Surrey with a copy to the PAC from William Davidson Elementary School.
Emma gave a brief report on one of the incidents that happened at the North Surrey Secondary School during a grade 8 girls basketball game. It seems there was no proper coach at the game to represent JHSS. Mr. Hignell promised to look into it and report at the next PAC meeting.
Meeting ended at 10:05pm.
Next General Meeting: 1st. March 2006
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