Meeting started 7:05 PM

1. Welcome and introductions. Inquired if there were any additions to agenda. Darlene was inquiring about note made in previous newsletter about special needs. Would be discussed with new business.

2. Review of previous minutes from June. Motion carried to accept.

3. Principal's Report by Jim Deacon:
Introduction of new vice-principal, Maureen Dercole, replacing James Doyle
Todd Zanatta introduction as Grad Council teacher sponsor and liaison with parent dry grad committee. Noted that decisions are in the process of being made with Grad Council such as grad location, menu, decorations etc. Mr. Zanatta reiterated the distinction made between Dry Grad (parent sponsored event) and dinner/dance, which is a school sponsored event.
Thank you to PAC for staff brunch and Career Development Program for donation.
Note in newsletter, 9 new staff members will be introduced. James Doyle departure (former VP).
Note was made of academic excellence last year as there were 36 scholarships awarded. Students scored at or above average in Grade 12 provincials. Surrey Leader will print names of students who have achieved "G" status in all of their subjects.
Newsletter hard copy will be sent in September, after that will be available via the website.
Replace numeracy goal with literary goal.
September 7, 8 2004 professional development days were extremely successful.
"The Effective Teacher" video series being offered to teachers to encourage successful learning strategies.
Leaky roof report. Application has been made to be reviewed, then requires a visit to school, development design/solution to be obtained, and sent to tender for repairs.
$199,000 upgrade to the school air circulation system has been made.
E-mail from parent inquiring about fee payments to be made the first week of school. Would like itemized lists. Mr. Deacon explained that it was impossible as each teacher requests are individual. Explained that the necessary school supplies are all that are required, i.e. paper, binders, pencils, pens etc. until the individual teachers specify otherwise. Note was made to introduce the fee structure and approximate costs at the Grade 7 Parents meeting.

4. School Planning Council: A position is available on the Planning Council for one parent. Mr. Deacon is reviewing the Council documents and will schedule a meeting when ready.

5. Financial Reports:
Linda Blais, noted and distributed a review of PAC accounts: General Account
Gaming Account: Waiting for approximately $23,500 (based on 1,175 students @ $20/student). Allocation of funds is still under review. Awaiting funds at approximately $1,100.00 from Liquor Control Board to Dry Grad Committee, funds which have already been accounted for. Motion carried to approve accounts.

6. District PAC: Emma not present. She is putting together an information binder that will be available for review.

7. Dry Grad Committee: Huge thanks to PAC for supporting Dry Grad from committee members Maryann Kika and Cindy Benes. Stressed that early communication with parents, grad council and Grade 12 students is crucial in deciding factors for a successful Dry Grad venue i.e. location and fundraising. Influx of fundraising information to be distributed to Grad Council. Maryann Kika/Cindy Benes to help out with information for this year's Dry Grad Committee.

8. Fundraising Committee:
Coffee sales will continue this year. Oct 21 parents meeting at school. Looking for volunteers.
Progressive Funding information brochure was reviewed. We would hope to involve all families of JHSS students. Brenda Holt to discuss with Emma regarding further ideas for fundraising.

9. Dance Committee: Looking for someone to assist with student council to provide coat check/set-up, sell candy, pop etc. at dances. Brenda Holt volunteered to communicate with Mrs. Singer and John Taylor.

10. Old Business:
Visioning Conference @ Bell Centre October 6 @ 6:30. Brenda Holt to attend meeting as representative for JH.
The need for an all weather grass sports field was discussed. VP Maureen is in charge of maintenance and reviewed the project status for us. Project is at the District level. Approximate price of $250,000. Possible involvement with adjoining Montessori school. Jim Deacon to discuss with principal at upcoming principal's meeting.
PAC $400 bursaries awarded to nine Grade 12 students at the June 15, 2004 Grad Ceremonies: Alana Benes, George Francis, Nasheen Gafur, Heather Knight, Nicole Lee, Sabrina Lee, Kevin Lian, Willie Ng, Jade Woo

11. New Business:
Nominations for secretary position to be brought up at next PAC meeting.
Motion that the PAC provide funding up to $500 to publish the names of students who achieved "G" status in all courses, 2003/2004, in the upcoming issue of The Leader newspaper. VP Maureen will discuss page layout with Linda Blais. Motion carried.
Nominations for position on School Planning Council. Required to attend 2-3 meetings throughout the year. Meetings coincide with PAC meetings. Darlene Taylor nominated and elected.
Special needs issues were raised and Surrey Learning Disability Association brochures were distributed.
Mail was read and distributed.
Note was made that a Grade 12 parent, Tracey Chan volunteered to help out with any Grade 12 Grad events. Maryann Kika to contact Tracey.

Meeting adjourned 8:40 pm.
Next Meeting, October 6, 2004

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