Annaheim School Code of Conduct

Annaheim School
Student Code of Conduct

· Always be trustworthy
· Care about others
· Take responsibility for your actions
· Have respect for yourself
· Have respect for everyone
· Remember to include everyone
· Live and learn with respect and responsibility
· Be a part of a fair, firm, friendly, family atmosphere
· Strive for success – pursue excellence
· Conduct yourselves at all times with honour and dignity
· Faithfully complete schoolwork as practical evidence of your loyalty to school
· Be ambassadors for your school – show that it is a privilege to represent your school
· Be fair at all times, no matter what the cost
· Recognize the efforts and accomplishments of others
· Cooperate fully with all persons in our school
· Attend school regularly and punctually
· Have respect for cleanliness and tidiness of person
· Have obedience, courtesy, and respect of the rights of others
· Be diligent in studies
· Have respect for your property, property of school, and property of others

Notes From the Chairperson from SCC

Notes from the Chairperson……

Another school year is upon us and things at the School are very busy. The volleyball, soccer and Cross country seasons are in full swing.

Our entire school staff has returned and is anxious to get back into the classrooms with your children.

The School community council also is back at it. We have had our 1st meeting of the year. Just a reminder all our meetings are open to the public, so if you want to attend please feel free.
We had a very busy meeting with many school and community issues. Our playground has finally had additional sand added and it needed it.
We have had some new families move into our community. At last count there will be 12 new children in school….awesome!!

This has prompted the school council together with the school to have a
Meet and Greet night”. The idea behind this is to get to know ALL new members of the community as well as getting reacquainted with all existing families too.

This is going to take place Friday Oct 12 at 7:00 pm in the School gym. We will have teachers and staff there as well as the School Community Council, Division Board Representative (s) and our newest families and the community members.
We will be having coffee and donuts so PLEASE come out and meet your neighbors and friends. It should be a fun night.

If you have any ideas or comments for the school council please contact me at my email
roly1959@hotmail.com.We look forward to everyone’s input.

Our council meetings are the 2nd Monday of the month at 7:00 pm in the school Library.

Please visit the Annaheim School Website for all minutes from previous meetings as well as any current information from the SCC.


See you all on the 21st of October!!!!



Steve Patton
Chairperson
Annaheim School and Community Council

September 2007 SCC Meeting

ANNAHEIM SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY COUNCIL

MONTHLY MEETING SEPT 10/07
MEMBERS PRESENT: STEVE PATTON,GERARD DOEPKER,JIM JUNK,CONNIE BLEY,SHERI ULRICH,DARREN YUNGMANN,BRIAN FLEISCHHACKER,PHYLIS VANDERLINDE
STUDENT REPS:KARLEEN C., SUZIE C.

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER 7:16 PM
READING OF PREVIOUS MINUTES – STEVE P
BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES
Playground sand delivered and spread, and post in the front of the school replaced. Cost of sand aprox. $400 and labor aprox. $260

Brian noted number of students coming in and going out. Will expand in
Principals report.

FINANCIAL REPORT
Grounds keeping account at $2500 (100%)
Lawn cutting and playground sand and labor to come still

Grant account at $2303.00
There will be around $650 worth of bills coming in this month.

PRINCIPALS REPORT
Brian had some ideas for SCC to be using some of the grant money to cover some costs that would normally come from somewhere else.

Grad pins $50.00
Cleaning computers $160
Provincial sports banners and pictures $300
Rental of bowling alley $300
Replacing some library books $ ??

There was some discussion and the council felt that cleaning the computers should be a school function either covered by HSD or out of School centralized budget.

Provincial sports Banners may not be an expense every year and could be covered by SRC

SCC would cover bowling alley rental
SCC will cover grad pins


Motion: Connie Bley
To cover costs to rent the local bowling alley for student bowling. Seconded: Karleen C. Carried

Motion: Darren Yungmann
To cover the cost of grad pins for the 2007 grad cost $35.52. The SCC will cover these costs annually. Seconded: Gerard Doepker. Carried.


Also a discussion took place on a plan to replace library books over the next few years. It was agreed upon that we would a lot a sum of money this year and would review the expenses from our grant monies each September and assign an amount that will work for each year, until the librarian feels the immediate need has been filled. Discussion to assign approx. $1000.00 for this year to replace library books and to review next September.

Motion: Sheri Ulrich
To purchase new books to upgrade the library. Seconded: Connie Bley. Carried

Phylis will begin looking to purchase needed books.

Welcome new Student rep – Suzie C

Division approved Steve Patton and SHSSA to coach junior boys’ soccer; therefore no teacher need be assigned to supervise.

Part-time Director Ian Kelln assisting Linda Mattock – her husband suffered a severe back injury.

School year off to a good start.

Computer Lab working – new server 100% hooked up – working well
Brian explained why the computer lab was not done this past summer as had been originally planned. The maintenance head had said they are still going to do it but want to allow a longer periods of time to do it properly. Probably next summer!

Staff at school opening is same as last year, 4 EA’s are all now fulltime.

The care taking duties have changed with Michelle Crone up to 50%, Chris Crone 10% and Jerome Vanderlinde receiving 40%.

Some classrooms were painted over the summer by the caretakers, excellent job, thanks.

Update on new and soon to be arriving students:
Kimanther L moved to Humboldt, Kenny Nienaber moved (3 kids)
Kaylinn A. moved in and there will be 4 more South African Students arriving the last week of September. Also moving in are Max W., Robert F., Jaxsen and McKynlee P., Philippe and Chelsea H. and Kyle and Kolby S.

This would make our enrollment 111.

Grad cost for 2007 class, $1709.00. This is paid for by the SRC. 8 grads

Driver Education is being offered again this year, but with a different set up. The classroom time will be via TV (SCN). The 6 students will be doing this at lunchtime. Lynn Junk will still be doing the driving part.

Sports just beginning – Jr. Boys soccer (co-ed), Jr. Boys volleyball, Sr. Boys volleyball, Sr. Boys volleyball and cross country

Communication – our website, notes home, newsletter – Sept, Oct., Dec., Feb., Apr., June

Magazine drive will begin Wednesday Sept 12, this is an excellent fundraiser for the school.
Picture Day – Friday, Sept. 14. CIF – Monday, Sept. 24. Pre-District cross country – Tues., Sept. 25.

Sept 28 in the AM will be the Terry Fox walk for our school.

Month of November – Annaheim art display at Lanigan Office.

Nutrition in the school, Brian will be in touch with Public Health dept Nutritionist in regard to a workshop. This can be open to parents also with no charge for workshop.
Brian will also contact Karen Siermachesky in regard to coming to speak about Health and nutrition.
“Walk to Breakfast” will take place on Wednesday Sept 19 at morning recess. Information will be going home about this event. This will emphasize the importance of exercise and proper nutrition.

Information on Apprentice Program was made available. It is a very intense program that would require teacher supervision. Brian will check out for more information.

Story Hour/Playschool request for permission to use school for 2007-2008
Year – Approved.

Discussion took place in regard to follow up on Academic Scholarship program from corporate community.
It was agreed to come up with a list of businesses by next meeting. A form letter will be drawn up (Gerard D.) and hand delivered to the businesses by SCC members with 2 options to be offered.
1. A scholarship with the criteria to be developed by sponsor and School.
It would be for a minimum of 3 years. Amount to be determined by sponsor.
2. An annual monetary donation to the school to be used as determined by the sponsor and the school. This also would be for a minimum of 3 years.

We will need to develop “Mission and Vision” statements for our school. Brian to discuss with staff and bring back to SCC next meeting for approval. SCC provided with handouts to put some thought into this.

School Community Profile – SCC liked it as it was drawn up. Said to submit this way rather than separating into a school profile and a separate community profile.

Brian will share the math and reading action plans with us next meeting.

Horizon Protocol was discussed. Steve has tabbed the manual as he read it, it was passed to Gerard. Each member will take in turn, and read and jot down concerns to be shared at meetings. This was the procedure decided to review the protocol manual.

WELCOME and MEET AND GREET night planned for Oct 12 at 7pm. The purpose of this is to introduce new families as well as acquaint previous families with the school and staff. SCC will supply coffee and donuts. Jim Kolbeck has been invited as well as Linda Mattock and Marc Danylchuk. Steve and Brian will develop agenda.


STUDENT REP REPORT:
Thought maybe students could sell old books from library.
Student reps are very willing to assist with Nutrition program.

TEACHER REP REPORT
Staff is very concerned with proposed teacher cuts. Morale is affected by indecision.
Staff would like SCC to take active role if cuts take place.

DIVISION REP REPORT:
N/A Jim not in attendance


NEXT MEETING MONDAY OCT 08/2007 @ 7:00PM

June 2007 SCC Meeting

Meeting Started: 7:06 p.m.

Present: Steve, Darren, Sheri, Jim, Karleen, Bailie, Phylis, Brian
Absent: Gerard, Connie, Jim Kolbeck (Div. Rep.)

Steve read previous minutes - Jim/Karleen adopted minutes. Carried.

Business arising from previous minutes will be discussed during Brian's report.

Brian's report
Financial Report - no changes from past month
- 2 new families moving to area - would be 4 new children (1 family - 1 grade 5, 1 grade 7 and the other family - 1 grade 2, 1 grade 6)
- Amber V. will be returning for Grade 12 - Brian will register her for driver training

Playground - sand to be purchased for playground area - Herbie Holtvogt to get actual price
- Motion to purchase by Steve, seconded by Darren. Carried.

Caretakers- Chris to keep 10%, Michelle 50% = 60%
- 40% to be advertized (no response - on going search)
- painting issue worked out with Michelle and Brian

Track & Field - very successful season, 6 athletes to Provincials
- Branden D. - 400 m Bronze medal
- overall very successful athletic year for Annaheim School

Facility Tour - all members agreed the computer lab "Archaic" (wires & cords haging from roof, etc.)
- was agreed to "Speed Up" work to be done (v-shaped new desks to hide wires) (supposed to be done this summer)
- roof to be repaired this summer
- 2 (possibly 4) - new furnaces this summer - tenders out

SRC Awards Night - staff likes the way it is - not competitive - it is on going and done at assembly

Year end trips - going well

School wind-up wiener roast - this Friday - no cost to kids (12-1 pm)

Nutrition - at the last principal meeting - speaker on Nutrition in Schools
- Horizon S.D. in support of making kids/parents more aware of nutrition - strongly encourage all schools to improve
- positive things already being done (milk program, vending machine with juice/sports drinks, posters in school
- discussion how to implement ideas will continue in Sept. with the staff and SRC

Milk Program - big hit, had sales of $2805.00 - profit $509.00 (will be doing in the fall again)

Possibilities - have each classroom set individual goals with rewards?
- option on food sale lunches - have juice as well as or in place of pop
- have something other than long johns/donuts - possibly frozen yogurt, fruit salad

School Website - all teachers encouraged to have own site on-line
- very impressive - will be a great tool for next year
- will be improving as we go along - we welcome new ideas
- pictures - Brian will check protocol - pictures but not names
- School Profile - it is now completed (updated with some new ideas; ex. milk program, Taekwon-Do, Choral, Fr. Rudolph)

Notes From the Chairperson from SCC

June 2007

Well we seemed to have made it through the inaugural year of our SCC term and are still all here to talk about it. It has been an eye-opening year for all of us, to say the least!
There have been many new policies that we have had to become familiar with. There were constitutions, mission statements, school profiles, election of officers and many other things that needed to be done in the first year as a SCC.
We have had great participation from our members in working through all the issues required by Horizon S.D.
I would like to thank all of our members, Darren Yungmann, Gerard Doepker, Jim Junk, Sheri Ulrich, Connie Bley, our staff rep Phylis Vanderlinde, our student reps Bailie P. and Karleen C. and our school leader Brian Fleischhacker.
We would like to thank Bailie for her work and good luck with graduation and your choice to attend SIAST in the Youth Care Worker program. Your input has been appreciated.

I would personally like to thank Brian for his help with our first year and also in his first year as principal. He has done an amazing job in keeping things together while at the same time keeping everyone very POSITIVE. I am sure this has not been an easy task and for that once again THANKS.

To the staff of Annaheim School, excellent job!! I am sure the students all appreciated the work you have done this year (although they may not actually say it in those words!)

A special thanks from myself and the council to Karen Ramler, our school scretary, who has kept all the lines of communication flowing in both directions, thanks Karen.

We are looking forward to many new things in the 2007/08 school year.
* Our council may need a new member or two, so if you are interested watch out for that.
* Our new website. The minutes from the meetings and any new notices or events will also be listed. All policies and the constitution are on as well.
* We will be welcoming some new families to our school and community, very exciting!

So have a great summer, enjoy the hot weather, get lots of R & R...

Steve Patton
Chairperson A.S.S.C
spatton@bogend.ca

II) Annaheim SCC Constitution

School Community Council Constitution

For the School Community Council of Annaheim

1. Membership

1.1 Representative Membership
The School Community Council shall consist of:

· Five to nine parent and community members elected at the Annual General Meeting (Majority shall be parents)

· Two secondary students

· Any other members approved by the Board of Education upon submission of nomination from the School Community Council

1.2 Permanent Members
The School Community Council will have the following Permanent Members:

· The School Principal

· A teacher

2. Officers

2.1 The following School Council Officers will be elected annually from among the Representative Members (Parent, Community and Student Members):

- Chairperson

- Vice Chairperson

- Secretary

- Treasurer

3. School Community Council Meetings

3.1 Annual General Meeting
The Annual General meeting will be held after January 1 and before the end of February each year. During this meeting School Community Council members will be elected and officers will be chosen.

3.2 The School Community Council will meet 8 times per school year.

3.3 Model of Governance

The Representative Model
In this model, the School Community Council represents the wider school community. Meetings are open to the public but only members of the School Community Council may decide upon matters brought before the SCC. The School Community Council reports to the school community using a communications strategy, an annual report, and the Annual General meeting.

3.4 Voting
On matters requiring a formal vote, Representative members, Appointed members and Permanent members of the School Community Council may vote.

3.5 Quorum
A quorum of the School Community Council shall be a majority of the Representative Members.

3.6 Special Meeting
A special meeting of a School Community Council shall be called by the chair of the SCC if required to do so by the Board of Education or a request in writing signed by no fewer than 25 persons who have a child attending that school or who are electors living in the school’s attendance area. Only business pertaining to the roles and responsibilities of School Community Councils can be considered at a special meeting.


4. Public Consultation and Communication
The School Community Council will consult and communicate with the school community through the following strategies: posters, information meetings, open monthly SCC meetings, meeting minutes, regular news in school newsletter, community newsletter, school web site, church bulletin, and through functions such as drama, grad, etc.


The School Community Council will communicate with the Board of Education through the following strategies: written correspondence, email, subdivision trustee’s attendance at regular meetings when available, attendance of quadrant superintendent upon invitation, school website, inter-school mail, and Annual General Meeting reports.


5. School Community Council Code of Conduct
The School Community Council will adopt the Code of Conduct of the Saskatchewan Association of School Councils. (Appendix B)

6. Conflict of Interest
A School Community Council member may occasionally find him/herself in a conflict of interest position in terms of some issue under consideration by the SCC. When this happens, the Member should declare that she/he is in a conflict of interest situation and leave the room for the portion of the meeting, thus refraining from participating in the discussion. The Member should not vote on any decision made on the issue.

7. Decision-Making Processes
Two decision-making processes will be used.

For the most part the Consensus Building Model will be used. Consensus does not necessarily mean that all parties agree, but that all can live with a decision for the sake of the group’s ability to move forward. It requires that all Members listen to each other’s opinions and try to find solutions to problems and differences. Consensus will almost always involved compromise and can release a group to move beyond individual wants to determining and pursuing shared needs. Consensus does not necessarily mean that all parties agree, but that all can live with a decision made for the sake of the group’s ability to move forward.

For some decisions, such as amending the constitution, appointing new members for Board of Education approval and Financial Expenditures the Majority Vote Model will be used. A motion and a formal vote will be required.

8. Handling Complaints or Concerns

8.1 Complaints or Concerns about an Individual Student or Staff Member
Any matter concerning an individual student or staff member must be directed to the Principal. It is not the responsibility of the School Community Council to deal with concerns or complaints about individuals other than to direct the concern to the appropriate individual. Board of Education Protocol 4-180 Concerns and Issues Protocol outlines the appropriate procedure to resolve complaints or concerns.

8.2 Complaints or Concerns about School Community Council Initiatives or Activities

8.2.1 Informal Complaints or Concerns
Provided School Community Council Members are comfortable in their knowledge and feel at ease expressing themselves, concerns or questions about SCC initiatives or activities expressed informally to members of the School Community Council may be addressed immediately by the Member. If a Member is unsure of the appropriate response, he/she should say so but indicate that he/she will check and get back to the individual. If such a commitment is made the Member must follow through. After responding to the complaint or concern the Member should always ask if their response has been satisfactory. If the individual is not satisfied with the response, the Member should explain how the concern or complaint could be brought to the attention of the School Community Council in a more formal manner.

8.2.2 Formal Complaints or Concerns
Concerns or complaints can be brought to the attention of the School Community Council by addressing the concern in writing to the Chairperson or by requesting that the Chairperson provide the individual with an opportunity to meet with the School Community Council at an upcoming meeting. The School Community Council will provide a written response regarding how they have or will address the concern or complaint.

9. Conflict Resolution Process
The Conflict Resolution Process will be used by the School Community Council to address both internal conflict, which may occur among individuals within the School Community Council and external conflict that may occur between the School Community Council and individuals, groups or organizations outside of the SCC. The conflict process is outlined in A Handbook for School Community Councils and Principals (p. 99).

If reasonable attempts to resolve the conflict have been unsuccessful, the principal or the chairperson will contact the area Superintendent.

10. Committees
The School Community Council will act in a coordination role for committees operating in support of the SCC and the school program.

The Council will establish committees as required. If need arises a committee will be established as required.

11. Amend the Constitution
The School Community Council may amend its constitution by sending suggestions for change in writing to the Board of Education.


Appendix A

Roles and Responsibilities of School Community Council Officers

The Chairperson will:
· conduct meetings of the School Community Council;
· ensure that all members have input to discussion and decisions;
· prepare meeting agendas in consultation with the Principal and other School Community Council Members;
· oversee operations of the School Community Council;
· establish networks that support the School Community Council; and,
· act as a spokesperson for the School Community Council.

The Vice-Chairperson will:
· support the Chairperson in his/her duties, taking over when the Chairperson is unable to attend; and,
· perform responsibilities assigned by the Chairperson.

The Secretary will:
· take minutes at School Community Council meetings;
· receive and send correspondence on behalf of the School Community Council;
· take charge of any official records of the School Community Council; and,
· ensure that appropriate notice is given for all meetings of the School Community Council.

The Treasurer will:
· manage the finances of the School Community Council procedures outlined in Board of Education Protocol 2-20 Operation of School Community Councils.


Appendix B

School Community Council Code of Conduct

1. The School Community Council of Annaheim School is not a forum for the discussion of individual school personnel, students, parents, or other individual members of the school community.
2. A member of the School Community Council who is approached by a parent with a concern relating to an individual is in a privileged position and must treat such discussion with discretion, protecting the confidentiality of the people involved.
3. An individual who accepts a position as a member of a School Community Council:
i. Upholds the constitution and bylaws, policies and procedures of the School Community Council.
ii. Performs his/her duties with honesty and integrity.
iii. Works to ensure that the well-being of students is the primary focus of all
decisions.
iv. Respects the rights of all individuals.
v. Takes direction from the members, ensuring that the representation
processes are in place.
vi. Encourages and supports parents and students with individual concerns to act on their own behalf and provides information on the process for taking forward concerns.
vii. Works to ensure that issues are resolved through due process.
viii. Strives to be informed and only passes on information that is reliable and
correct.
ix. Respects all confidential information.
x. Supports public education.

Source: Saskatchewan Association of School Councils

May 2007 SCC Meeting

May 14/2007
Present: Steve, Jim K, Phylis, Brian, Karleen, Jim J, Gerard, Connie
Jackie Bay – observer
Regrets: Sheri, Darren, Bailie

1)* Meeting called to order at 7:30

* Gerard read minutes of April meeting
* Correction to April minutes, should read Elliot Patton grass cutting, $20.00 per cutting not $20.00 per hour
* Painting – Brian confirmed it is the janitor’s duty for 20% of the painting. Brian and Michelle C have prioritized the rooms that require painting.
* Janitor’s position – Brian will confirm details prior to posting.
* School website – Mr. Block is continuing to work on this. Steve suggested that a goal of Sept 2007 be set for completion. Brian will discuss this with Mr. Block.
* Internet server – Brian reported the server is working much better. The “deep freeze” has been changed to run during the night rather than during school hours.
We now have Internet access in all of the classrooms.
* The School Profile was reviewed. Everyone agrees it is very good. It will be left as is until there are amendments to take place. It was suggested to add the School logo and a date to the profile.

2) The Financial report was reviewed. The HZSD will cover the costs of the snow removal.

3) In the Principal's Report

Brian gave a review of a very successful badminton season. The students are now preparing for track and field.
* Brian gave a report on other activities, Holly &Taylor singing at Prairie Perk; Bike safety course for grades 3-6; reviewed the year-end trip.
* There will be facility assessment tour @8:30am on May31.
* The variety had good reviews. There was concern over time spent on preparing for the Variety night. Brian will discuss this with the rest of the staff and will find ways around this.
* Brian will check with someone to repairs to the playground and the post and chains on the front of the school.

3)We reviewed the school fees. Connie made the motion to initiate a consumption fee of $25.00/student. Jim seconded the motion. Carried.
* Karleen gave some suggestions and ideas from the students. A suggestion to hold an awards night that would include sports, academics etc. It was decided it is too late to do anything this year. Brian will discuss with the staff. And other schools for ideas.
* The grade 11 & 12 students asked if they could have a year-end trip similar to other grades. They will come up with some ideas for this and if it is agreed upon with the staff they may go ahead with.
* The students had list of other suggestions that they will give to Brian to review.
* Phylis reported that the staff moral was quite low do to the announcement of possible teacher cuts in Annaheim. We had a lengthy discussion about the staffing issues and how the future enrollments will affect the staffing situation.
* Jim K reviewed the trustee report, see attached report.

4) New business –Father Rudolph would like to teach sacraments during Christian ethics classes. Brian will discuss with HSZD, if there are no issues then this will go ahead.
* School clean up is set for May 24 @6:00
Next meeting June 11
Meeting adjourned at 10:45

April 2007 SCC Meeting

Annaheim School Community Council

Regular Meeting
Monday, April 16, 2007

Present: Chairperson, Steve Patton, Vice Chairperson Darren Yungmann, Treasurer Sheri Ulrich, Principal Brian Fleischhacker, Phylis Vanderlinde, Connie Bley, Jim Junk, Bailie Patton and HZSD Representative Jim Kolbeck

Regrets: Secretary, Gerard Doepker and Karleen Crone

The Chairperson called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.

Sheri volunteered to take minutes.

The Chairperson read the minutes from the March meeting.

Business Arising

Financial Report
All corrections were made to the operating and ground maintenance accounts. The Principal reported $2,003 in the operating account and $2,500 in the grounds account; both accounts are at 100%.

2007-2008 School Calendar
The Principal reported that the majority of votes were for option #3 – start earlier in August and a full week off in February.

SCC Website
The website will be operational in the very near future. The SCC members, minutes, school policy, constitution etc. will all be found on the website. It was suggested that the link to the website, as well as the information that can be found, be announced in an upcoming school newsletter.

Nokomis Letter of Support
There was a good response from the parents in Annaheim. The signed letters were sent to Nokomis and they will be forwarded to the various Government departments. Nokomis thanked Annaheim School for our support.

HCI
Everyone was encouraged to attend the meeting in Humboldt regarding the future of HCI and the regional school concept. The impact of the regional school concept on the surrounding communities was discussed.

Dance Policy

The Principal reported that the school is prohibited to host any event that may involve alcohol; therefore, the Dance policy that was discussed at the March meeting has been removed from the School policy. It was confirmed that the School will not host, organize or promote teen dances or co-ed volleyball tournaments, effective immediately. The community, in conjunction with the students, are able to organize teen dances and donate the funds raised to the SRC. It was noted that the students understand and agree with this decision; they are confident the community will assist them in organizing such events.

Financial Report
As reported above, all debits in error identified at the March meeting have been corrected and both accounts are at 100%. The Principal noted that an invoice for snow removal to prevent flooding has been submitted for payment. It is hoped that the HZSD will cover this expense.

Principal’s Report
Lost one student, current enrolment is 103
It was noted that the bi-monthly newsletter will be out the end of April and again in June. The SCC Chairperson will submit a report for inclusion into the newsletter.
Jane Niekamp has resigned her 50% janitorial position. Chris Crone has given his 10% position to Michelle who is now at 50%. Brian will contact HZSD and confirm details prior to posting the half-time position.
The drama production on April 3 went very well and received positive reviews.
The school Catholic masses and sacrament preparation (during noon hours) is going well.
Badminton playoffs are coming up.
It was noted that it is important for parents to communicate their children’s successes to the school so that they receive recognition.
Variety show has been scheduled for April 27th at 7 p.m. with dress rehearsal at 1 p.m.
The local health nurse will be delivering sex education to the Grade 9 and 10
Annaheim School has wireless internet access in almost all classrooms and our hardware and software are up to date. Unfortunately, the network has been causing problems throughout the year. Students and teachers are very frustrated as it is a waist of time and resources. Brian Hay and Allen Wiens are scheduled to come to Annaheim tomorrow and Brain will make them aware of the ongoing issues. Mr. Block applied to Apple for a fleet of laptops for a month and was successful. The laptops, along with orientation for the teachers, will arrive tomorrow. Thanks Mr. Block!
Graduation will take place on Friday, June 29th. Jim Kolbeck was invited to attend the graduation and agreed to bring greetings from HZSD.
SCC Chairpersons will have access to the First Class communication system within a few weeks.


Brian reviewed the first steps for a SCC and reported that we have completed steps 1 – 5. Brian will draft the Annaheim School profile, including local policies, for review at the next meeting. It was suggested that the draft profile will be emailed to the SCC members prior to the meeting.
Our communication plan will be shared with the community to ensure proper communication exists both internally and externally.
The Protocol manual and how the SCC will review it was discussed. An overview of the manual will be reviewed at the May meeting and at that time it will be decided how to proceed with the review.

Jim’s Report
The Trustee report was circulated.
Noted that the HZSD will be setting the mill rate by May 1 and it will be retroactive to August 2006.
Jim encouraged members of the SCC, as well as community members, to attend the April 18th meeting in Humboldt regarding the future of HCI.
Jim noted that the recommend policy has been reviewed by the HZSD and changes will be made.

Student Update
Bailie reiterated Brian’s concerns surrounding the computer network. Students are very frustrated with the system.
Bailie participated in the SELU process and reported it very interesting.

Teacher Report
Phylis again stressed the importance of the network maintenance to both the students and teachers. The “deep freeze” security feature was discussed and it was requested that it be removed from the library computer.
Phylis asked who had keys to the school. It was noted that the dance instructor, TKD instructor, farmer’s group and adult volleyball group all had keys in their possession. Keys should only be given to students if there is an adult supervisor. Brian will discuss this issue at an upcoming staff meeting.
The yearbook committee will be purchasing a new digital camera.
The Town of Annaheim has a camcorder, digital camera and LCD projector housed in the school available for community use. This service should be included in the newsletter.
Darren, on behalf of the Wolverine Farmer’s Association, offered a donation towards the purchase of a wireless internet router for the library.



New Business

Painting
Concern was raised over the painting policy where by it is the janitor’s responsibility to paint 20% of the school each year. It was noted that local communities have been organizing painting bees to help the janitors out. Jim Kolbeck will confirm the details of the janitor contracts and compensation and will report back at the May meeting. Janitors should express their concerns in writing to the HZSD.

Spring cleanup
The Chairperson will e-mail the SCC with possible dates for a spring clean up. Posters will be hung up around town inviting help. The Chairperson will contact the town and ask if they could mulch the sand pit and jumping pit.

Lawn cutting
Elliot Patton was in charge of cutting the grass last summer and was paid $20/hr grass cutting and $10/hr trimming for a total of $340. Elliot did a super job and will continue in 2007. If another student expresses interest, the job will be shared. The town will continue to cut the sports grounds and soccer field.

Protocol Manual
The protocol manual will be a priority and will be reviewed at the beginning of the May meeting.

Learning Plan
In the fall a template from HZSD will be available. It was suggested that the learning plan be tabled until the October meeting.

The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.

The next meeting will be May 14th at 7:30 p.

March 2007 SCC Meeting

School Community Council Meeting

March 12/07
Present: Steve, Darren, Connie, Phylis, Sheri, Brian, Jim J, Karleen, Gerard, Jim Kolbeck Absent: Bailie

1) Steve called the meeting to order at 7:10 pm

2) Gerard read the minutes from the Feb. meeting
Connie adopted minutes as read.

3) Brian gave financial report.
Notes to the financial statement: We will start with the complete amount of $2500.00 for grounds account. The Horizon School Division pays all old invoices. Last years per diem for members meetings was taken off this statement and Jim Kolbeck will check if this is correct. Kim Junk was on the statement to be paid a per diem for meetings; this will be eliminated. Under the Education Act School Community Council members will not be paid for meetings, this will be a volunteer position. If there are expenses incurred, for example a Conference, then these expenses will be covered. Connie suggested a mention of recognition in the school newsletter for anyone or business offering services to the school. For example, Doepker Industries for the snow removal.

4) Principal report – Brian explained the four options of the new calendar for the upcoming school year. A vote was taken, 7 votes for option three. The main reason was to keep the winter (Feb) break so start earlier in August. Brian led the review of the constitution. Jim K. commented that in some schools committees have been formed, for example a grounds, communication committee. Brian reviewed the Annaheim School policy. Brian suggested we add school dances to the policy. The school policy will be on the School Community Council website so you can note the dance policy in there. After some discussions we came up with some recommendations to add to the policy. Brian handed out information on the SELU survey . He reviewed the study and what it included. March 22 the board will be at Annaheim School to discuss with the SCC. In April there will be a math and reading assessment taking place. Bonnie Gerwing was hired as .694 TA replacing Terry Kunz.

5) Student rep update/concerns – Karleen had the school dance to discuss.

6) Teacher update/concerns – Phylis informed the council there is a letter from Nokomis school asking for the SCC support to lobby the Gov’t for funding for rural education. Sheri made a motion to support as per letter from Nokomis. Everyone was in favour.

7) Horizon School Division rep report – Jim handed out and reviewed the trustee report from Dec. and Feb. Jim discussed the Public Consideration Meetings for school under review for grade discontinuance or closure. He explained the proceedings until May. Jim J asked Jim K to explain the Humboldt Collegiate situation. Jim said it is at a stand still. There is process planning meetings taking place but it is a very difficult situation for both sides.

8) New Business – Darren asked if the down hill skiing could start at an earlier age. It was recommended that each year this could be reviewed and decided at that time.

9) Phylis adjourned the meeting.

February 2007 SCC Meeting

School Community Council Meeting

February 5/07 @ 7:00 p.m.


Present: Darren Yungmann, Connie Bley, Phylis Vanderlinde, Sheri Ulrich, Brian Fleischhacker, Karleen C., Bailie P., Steve Patton, Gerard Doepker, Jim Junk

1) Brian presented the agenda

2) Election of officers; Darren nominated Connie as Treasurer – declined
Jim nominated Sheri as Treasurer/Secretary – declined
Connie nominated Gerard as Secretary – accepted
Connie nominated Sheri as Treasurer – accepted
Gerard nominated Jim as Chair – declined
Connie nominated Steve as Chair – accepted
Gerard nominated Darren as Vice Chair – accepted

3) Principal Report
a) Brian reviewed the financial statement and explained how the web portal is his tool to track finances. He will bring an update of finances to each meeting. See attached sample
b) Discussion on grounds account, each school was allocated $2500.00 to spend on snow removal, grass cutting, etc. If not all used it may be used for other expenses. Any unused monies can be carried forward.
c) Brian discussed the communication that must take place to the community, SCC, business, school children, etc. The minutes from the SCC meetings will be put on a link on the school web site
d) Brian explained SELU. Will be doing a survey of all schools in the Horizon School Division. Each school will be asked to participate as well as parents, teachers, SCC members, etc.
e) Brian discussed the Learning Improvement Plan, an example of how the SCC can be involved in the school. An example of this would be a program titled “Snacks”, which explains the importance of eating a good breakfast, nutrition

4) Discussion of the Code of Conduct – Brian led the discussion on the importance of Confidentiality, ie. steps to be taken if approached by a parent about a certain teacher, student or parent, etc.

5) The SCC Constitution – We discussed the format that was distributed at the general meeting in Humboldt. It was decided to use this format with some amendments to it. See notes.

6) Sheri made the motion to adopt the Constitution as developed and accept the Code of Conduct. Darren seconded the motion. A show of arms was shown for all in favor. Carried.

7) Steven will invite Jim Kolbeck to the next SCC meeting.

8) Next meeting March 12 @ 7:00 pm.

9) Jim adjourned the meeting @ 9:20 pm.