1a. Additions to the agenda - School Planning Council.

2. Minutes from previous meeting: Review of previous General Meeting minutes 5 Min. Spelling correction regarding Chef David Schneider’s name. Moved by John/Steve. Adopted as amended.

3. Student Council Report: 5 min.
Tristan Imhof (Student Council president) was unable to attend the meeting. No report filed.

4. Principals Report: 37 min.
The last School Dance of the year was the best attended in many years with 400 in attendance. Student council was pleased with the promotional events and raffle – they gave away a Play Station II as the prize. Ticket sales were up this year with more boys attending than in previous years. Next year they plan to have 3 dances.

Super G Students once again got the recognition they deserve. The numbers were close to 40% being recognized. Their hard work was acknowledged by Mr. Hignell and as usual they enjoyed the movie and treat. Suggestions were made to try and get local newspaper coverage (a photograph of the students watching the movie). Linda B suggested that The Hotel Rwanda might not have been the best choice of movies for the kids. In future movies with a lighter vein would be preferred.

ICBC Guest Speaker Kevin Brooks (an ex-student of Lord Tweedsmier and known personally to Mr. Hignell) presented his powerful message on the negative consequences of ‘Drinking and Driving”. It was certainly an eye-opener. Linda B asked that PAC be more involved with speaker selection. (See “Surrey Leader” May 26, 2006 article on paraplegic speaker talking about drug awareness.)

AIM - Athletes in Motion (similar to Special Olympics) was a joint effort by the PE teacher and district schools. The day long celebration afforded JH very constructive coverage. Guests were impressed with our students and the school. JH students acted as guides and showed positive involvement.

Junior Achievement events allowed students to interact with local business persons. Information regarding business and budget planning was given to students.

At least 12 parents came in for Tea and Tour sessions (there were 4 events in all.) This is an informal opportunity to tour the school and ask questions of the administrators. It was pointed out that the information did not reach parents in time for them to make arrangements to attend.

Awards Committee: daytime awards to be presented June 8, 2006. Teachers at JH recognize all forms of learning and certificates will be presented. In all there are 1200 responses of varying forms of recognition. It must be noted here that the school has 1270 students.

Awards Committee is busy preparing for the traditional Evening Award Ceremony that will be held at the end of June.

The Africa Project Funfair drew tremendous crowds and was a huge success. Monies raised to date for the Ryan’s Well Project totaled $ 9,000.

Student Representative Team concluded the Grade 8 survey and is in the process of compiling the results. By and large, Grade 8 students feel safe and welcome at JH (some suggestions were made). Should have the outcome by next week.

Theatre Company had 5 showings of the student-written and produced play – The Art of War. Reviews and audience responses were great.

The May 23rd earthquake drill and off-site evacuation took 45 minutes. 1300 persons were moved from point A to B and everyone was accounted for. These drills to the offsite assemble location will be practiced in future (maybe every 2/3 years).

Grade 7 events: Parents of children in feeder schools were invited. JH presented an overview of school’s goals, courses, and expectations. However, only 60 parents showed up. At least 200 were expected. Plans for next year include having a parents’ tour and then a kids’ session.

Girls’ Rugby Team finished 4th in the Province and that was quite an achievement.

JH Talent show was a sheer display of talent. Mr. Hignell stressed his ‘end of year’ message - (amidst all the excitement of the celebrations) Grade 12 students should FOCUS on their finals. He said that JH had several rituals and celebrations – their way of recognizing success. The Honor Roll (48%) and Super G (38%) results illustrate the JH work ethic.

5. Financial Report: 20 min.
a. Monthly report and breakdown up to end of May reported. Adjustments entered. 4 scanners in all purchased. Moved by Linda, seconded by Emma, carried.

b. 2006/2007 Budget Proposal. John had requested a Budget proposal that is readable and understandable. Linda has included specific items as requested. Last year’s budget (in grey) was provided as a reference. Copy of proposed budget attached.

Highlights and comment
Gaming Account – direct access grant estimated at $20 per student.
Estimated expenses for Student Calendars, Scholarships and Awards remain unchanged. Proposed allotment for Student transportation has been increased. It was noted that Mr. Hignell will assist with prioritizing student transportation needs.
Career Program – License renewals, Options, student counselors, Bridges, according to Mr. Hignell these expenses are going to be higher than proposed. Steve wanted to know why $1000 more was needed. Mr. Hignell will investigate and report back to the PAC.
Alternate and Bases program funding reduced.
The $500 allocated under general account for senior breakfast will not be used this year.
Teacher’s appreciation breakfast is held once a year and an amount of $300 is set aside for this event.
$10,000 Term deposit to serve as financial security for the future.
Motion to adopt Linda/Mark. Carried.

6. Committee Reports
a. DPAC committee: Mark Adams - DPAC AGM and election now complete. Budget presented and passed. 6 directors’ elected and 3 position left open. Mark Adams and Way Truong elected as directors. (Mark was given a letter of recommendation by JHSS PAC).

b. Dance Committee: Brenda Holt - Christa to take over from Brenda as head of Dance Committee next year. This year they made $100

c. Fund Raising Committee: Emma raised $139.71 this year through Progressive Fundraising and Gift certificate purchases.

d. School Planning Council: Meeting planned for next week. Elections in September.

e. Dry Graduation Party: Fundraising going well. Tickets still on sale. Response from Grade 11 parents seems to be good. Parents to meet at end of June so they are prepared for September. The committee has a goal of saving $500 each year. This would be used to pay for deposits and such making the Dry Grad committee more independent. Way Truong talked about producing a professional DVD of the evening. She plans to have a TV crew of 3 to cover her son’s graduation. Ken Hignell noted that photographs of other students could be an issue. He will discuss this with Way.

7. Old business
a. Traffic Calming. There has been no response from the city of Surrey as yet. John to pursue.

b. Staff Brunch. Friday June 30. Linda to speak to Ken to have someone put the coffee on for the brunch to begin around 8am. All staff, (support, administration, janitorial invited) Total of 90 persons. Last year there were 70. Ken will invite them and let them know that PAC has sponsored brunch. Linda Blais has agreed to organize the event this year with assistance from Darleen and Emma.

c. Fundraising 06/07 Coordination Meeting June 22 – Linda only one available.

d. North Delta Dogwood Lions $500 donation to the scholarship fund. Scholarship committee has informed the Lions of the date so that a representative may attend.

e. PAC presence at the School open house/fair May 16. Emma and Brenda managed to encourage the interest of several parents. Emma gave Mr. Hignell a list of around 25 email addresses. These addresses are used to push the school newsletter via email. It was agreed that something like the School Fair should be organized once in 2/3 years. Gift basket worth $10 donated by Emma.

8. New Business
a. Executive Report per bylaws. The executives submitted their reports (with the exception of Murali Krishnan who did not attend). Reports attached.

b. Steve Schnitzer (Vice President) thanked John Holt for his dedicated service and for being instrumental for the increased visibility of PAC. School Dances too were a big success – thanks to Brenda Holt. Steve hopes 2007 will bring new members.

c. Linda (Teasurer) thanked John and Brenda Holt for their immense contribution to the PAC. She also complemented Mr. Hignell on his new position as Principal. The Final Grant application is to be done next week.

d. Mark opened with his “thank you and good wishes” to the Holts. He looks forward to more parents being involved next year.

9. Mail: PAC received a “Thank You” card from a parent for the PAC’s support of the Quebec “Student Exchange” program.

10. Executive Nominations and Elections:
President: Way Truong nominated Nadene - declined; Linda nominated Steve – accepted
Vice President: Steve nominated Susan Caley (who was not present but a letter of acceptance was) – she accepted.
Secretary: Charmaine was nominated at the last meeting.
Treasurer: Linda Blais was nominated at the last meeting.
DPAC Representative: Mark Adams was nominated at the last meeting.
Members at Large: Dianne Swanlund - accepted; Nadene Imhof - accepted; Krista - accepted; Emma Dyck - accepted; Darlene - accepted
John Holt reads Sec 10:f - re: members at large: Way Truong - DECLINED; Michelle Deezar - DECLINED (works with School district)
All positions on the executive filled by acclimation.
Elections of officers closed.

President: Steve Schnitzer
Vice President: Susan Caley
Secretary: Charmaine Raymond
Treasurer: Linda Blais
DPAC Representative: Mark Adams
Members at Large

Meeting ended at 9:34pm.
Next General Meeting: 13th. Sept 2006