1. Welcome/Introductions 11 people present.
a. Additions to the Agenda
1) Additional Gaming funds to be allocated in budget.
2) PAC to discuss letting Mr. Hignell know how much money will be made available to the school.
3) Parent/Teacher meetings to take place on October 19th.

2. Minutes from previous meeting: Minutes of meeting held September 13, 2006 already posted to website. Linda motioned to accept, seconded by Emma. CARRIED

3. Principals Report:
As always, JH students have had a busy and full first month at school. A total of 1332 students (projected 1334) with 15 to 20 “out of catchment” students now make up JH. Luckily there have been no staff cuts.
At the Grade Assemblies students were welcomed and advised of course expectations and reminded of the JH code of conduct.
Health & Careers course for grades 8-9 introduced. This will join with Planning 10.
District Developing Readers – a service to address literacy (RAD 36); Grades 8 & 9 will be assessed.
Student teachers (4 from SFU and 2 from UBC) were at JH and shared a very pro-active relationship which is beneficial to both them and the school.
Library orientation for JH students completed.
Health and Safety committee met. Maintenance checks were done and high priority concerns will be addressed and fixed.
Safety concerns (after the Montreal shooting) were also dealt with. A review of Code protocols done at September-end Staff Meeting. ID tag requirements reviewed with staff.
School Fees – awaiting word/direction from the District. PAC will be kept posted and updated at the November meeting.
Non Instructional day (September 22, 2006) was a time for teachers to share resources, idea and strategies.
Grade 8 Parent information night was a success with 175 parents in attendance. Annual Terry Fox Run had 95% of JH students participating. Around $1200 was raised. This year the run was organized with a staggered start by grade. Emma’s concern about grade 9 students smoking on the Terry Fox run was conveyed to Mr. Hignell.
Visiting Japanese delegation impressed with the multicultural student population at JH.
French department held French Festival.
International parent and student night was a question and answer period.
Music Program – Camp went well.
Grade 12 vaccinations completed.
Grad Group Photo and photo retakes done.
SFU and Kwantlen University College held a ESL Parent night to inform them of the requirements for college/university.
Grade 9 assembly addressed the safety requirements for the “Take your kids to work” day November 1, 2006.
Ministry Satisfaction Survey results were revealed. Though parent and staff participation were low the survey served as an excellent tool for judging JH students overall standing.

School Plan and the School Planning Council: School Planning Council meeting occurred in September to finalize the Draft Plan. Discussions regarding Bill-33 may require the council to meet if there are any changes. All documents submitted to school district.

4. Financial Report: 20 min.
a. Monthly Report. Linda affirmed that there was not much that changed since last month. However, she had begun a preliminary examination in relation to applying for “non-profit organization” status which would result in GST rebates. PAC looking for the best method so Linda will discuss with Ken Hignell and Carol (JH treasurer) at a separate meeting. Linda motioned to accept financial report; seconded by Emma. CARRIED.
b. Status of gaming fund review: Gaming Grant received. Ken will prioritize departmental needs and keep PAC intimated.

5. Committee Reports
a. DPAC meeting held on the same day so Mark Adams, DPAC representative was unable to attend. He will update at next meeting.
b. Dance Committee: Christa Kozminski working with Committee to organize the school dances for the coming year. They will be held on Thursday November 23rd, Thursday February 22nd, and Thursday April 26th. Linda and Christa will discuss financial issues separately. PAC will run a concession and do fundraising at the events.
c. Fund Raising Committee/Progressive Fundraising. Emma started off on a high note – she has already collected $2420/- worth store certificate requests. We are sure she will have a successful year. Linda’s motion to spend $25/- (from General a/c) on a gift basket was accepted.
Emma motioned for $20/ spending money to pay for magnets, paper. Steve seconded. CARRIED. Since Steve will be away Linda to give fundraising check to Emma.
d. School Planning Council: Emma wished to convey her “special” thank you to the teachers and administration staff at JH for all the extra work that they had to undertake in relation to Bill-33. The council will continue to meet whenever necessary. Next meeting October 16th to review/finalize draft School Plan.
e. Student Council Report: Brian represented the council and notified us that Tristan Imhof, last year’s chair, was still to “hand over” necessary paperwork.
All the executive positions now filled and will meet to organize future events.
The pancake breakfast to welcome the Grade 8 students was well attended.
Spirit Week runs Oct 30 – Nov 3. They meet October 12, 2006.
It was strongly suggested that student council partake in preparations for the Dry Grad event. Their representatives are encouraged to attend the meetings so that their input may be sought when planning the event. Recommended that Student council view the DVD of last year’s Dry grad. Their input would help immensely in this year’s preparations.

6. Old business
None to report.

7. New Business
a. Mr Hignell outlined the various presentations scheduled for this year in the “Speaker Program”, which is funded by the PAC. They include productions by Green Thumb Theatre, ICBC, Justice Theatre, BC Lions, etc. All grades were considered when the selection was made. Topics to be covered include: Drinking and Driving, Internet Bullying, Goal setting & Decision making, Self defense/advocacy and etiquette. The total cost is projected to be slightly over $4000, out of a $5000 budget. Nadene suggested we bring in an “anti-smoking” or “healthy-lifestyle” presenter. Mr. Hignell will look into this.
b. Career Development Software Renewal Request: Since the approved software funding fell short, Nadene motioned to have extra monies put in to cover cost. All members in favor, and an additional $518.71 was approved in addition to the $1200 that was approved by the PAC in June 2006. CARRIED
c. After a brief discussion on hallway benches and weight room equipment, the PAC has granted the school an additional $14,000 in monies to be spent for the 2006/07 school year. Ken will prioritize requirements and will keep the PAC informed of the specific items he intends to purchase. The intent of this is for the school to decide what to allot on specific projects.
Steve motioned. Emma seconded. All in favor. CARRIED.
Emma then suggested that any year end general account surplus should be spent on gym/weight room upgrades. After a discussion it was agreed that the PAC can still consider further requests for funding once we are further into the year. The intent at this time is to end the year without having to spend the $10,000 term deposit, but to use of most of the general and gaming accounts.
d. A representative from Career Ed will attend next month’s PAC meeting.
e. Steve will be away; Susan to chair the next meeting.

8. Mail:
a. “A Night About Street Drugs” to be uploaded to school website.
b. BCTF newspaper circulated.

Meeting ended at 8:49pm.
Next General Meeting: 1st. November 2006 at 7:00pm.