Applewood Christian School

Date change for Girls only Marshfield game from Feb. 09th to Feb. 27th!!

Cindy Rieckhoff — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:21:00 GMT

Girls Basketball parents please note: The game scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 09th has changed to Feb. 27th. Same time, same place, just a change in date due to a job scheduling conflict. Thank you!

DATE CHANGE: Directions to Marshfield Christian for Girls only game on Feb 27th, 2011

Cindy Rieckhoff — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:21:00 GMT

Driving directions to 114 Commercial St, Marshfield, MO 65706-2104

Distance: 113.46 miles — Time: 2:06 h

AUS-50 & US-65, Sedalia, MO 65301

7.1 mi/Head toward W 9th St on S Limit Ave (US-65).
78.5 mi/Continue on US-65 S.
0.9 mi/Continue on US-65 S.
1.2 mi/Continue on US-65 S.
5.5 mi/Continue on US-65 S.
1.7 mi/Turn left onto Mo-O.
1.0 mi/Turn right to stay on Mo-O.
3.5 mi/Turn left onto Mo-Aa.
6.3 mi/Continue on MO-38.
5.9 mi/Turn left to stay on MO-38.
0.8 mi/Turn right onto Spur Dr (MO-38).
0.9 mi/Turn left onto W Washington St (MO-38).
495 ft/Turn right onto S Crittenden St (MO-38).
104 ft/Turn right onto Commercial St (Mo-A).
Your destination on Commercial St (Mo-A) is on the left. The trip takes 113.5 mi/ and 2:06 h.

Hotel and information for Basketball Regional Tournament in Des Moines, IA

Cindy Rieckhoff — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:41:00 GMT

Mr. Crosier has gotten bids and reserved rooms in a block for the regional tournament at the Baymont Inn & Suites. It will be $69.95/night/room (taxes and fees included), or $139.90 for two nights total, or $34.96/person total if sharing a room with 4 athletes. Thom will need to know by Feb. 13th how many families needs rooms and if your athlete will be in your room or sharing a room with others. If your athlete is not staying in your room, we try to put 4 to a room so the cost are split in fourths per person. You will pay for your rooms when you arrive. If your athlete is going without you, you will need to arrange with an adult who is going to pay for your athletes room. Thom's contact information is as follows: phone # 1-660-287-4397 e-mail: crosierclan@msn.com

We will be leaving the morning of March 8th for our first games that afternoon. Travel time is approximately 4 1/2 hours without stops from Sedalia, so it is best to plan for at least 6-7 hours of travel time to arrive at least an hour and 45 minutes before the first game and find the gym/hotel. The gym for our first games is Fligg Fieldhouse. To date, we do not have a time for our first day games. As soon as that becomes available the coaches will let you know and it will be posted in this blog. We will stay the night the 8th and 9th, then after our final games on Saturday, Feb. 10th we leave and come home. Those who can, from whichever team finishes first on Saturday, stay for whichever team has the final game of the day to cheer them on. The tournament is usually over in the mid afternoon on Saturday.

The hotel does provide breakfast (the usual hotel breakfast bar) but your athlete will need to bring funds for 5 meals (2 lunch & 2 or 3 evening meals). In the past, parents have gotten together and planned a meal or two of sandwiches and snacks, that is up to you as parents to plan and provide if you wish to do so. The teams try to find time on Friday to have a lunch meal together, both boys and girls teams, at a "fun" place (Pizza Machine previously and there is an Incredible Pizza in Des Moines), and the coaches are looking for the possibility of such a place in Des Moines. This is usually around $20 each and is a nice time for the athletes to relax and socialize together.

Since this is a much longer travel trip than regular games, we ask that those sending their athletes with another parent please offer more than our usual $5.00 to the parent providing your athlete with transportation to the Tournament. We leave to the parents to agree on how much is appropriate for this courtesy.

Athletes will need to bring both uniforms as we usually end up wearing both. I believe the hotel has a laundry and we will be encouraging the athletes to wash their uniforms as needed. If a couple of parents want to plan to provide this service for the athletes each night, that would be appreciated.

The T-Shirts that your athletes paid for will be available when we arrive at the tournament and will be handed out then.

If you have any other questions regarding the Regional Tournament, please feel free to call me at 1-660-525-2106 or email at c.rieckhoff@yahoo.com

Addresses & Links:

Baymont Inn & SuitesDes Moines North, 4685 Northeast 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313 (Please note: the rooms are reserved already with a special bid rate for us, do not reserve rooms on line, rather pay for them when you arrive at the hotel. Thank you.)

http://www.baymontinns.com/hotels/iowa/des-moines/baymont-inn-and-suites-des-moines-north/hotel-overview

Fligg Fieldhouse, 3305 SE Delaware Avenue, Ankeny, IA 50021:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fligg-Fieldhouse/128827853846169?sk=info

February 3, 2012

Debbie Church — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:13:00 GMT

Hello ACS,

The Student Council carnival was a great success once again! The high school students did a wonderful job! The seniors had a very entertaining game with Mr. Bussey winning “Minute to Win It.” We are excited to announce that $1200 was raised to support the student council which in turn supports our school!

ACS’s 25^th anniversary will be next year! As we have seen the school grow and change over the years, the school board and administration would like to gather your input about our growth. Today, we sent home a vision survey for each family. It is our desire that you review our activities and programs as a family unit focusing on what you would like to see for ACS’s future. Your prayer and input are quite valuable to us as we seek God’s direction for the next 25 years!

Please mark your calendars as we will be taking Monday, February 20, off of school. This is a day given us by the school board to breathe and relax as it can be a long 2^nd semester between Christmas and Easter break.

Mid-terms will be sent out Monday by mail. This is only for students in second grade and up who are receiving a 70% or below in a class. We find this a good opportunity for students and parents to see which classes may need extra attention before the end of the quarter. Thank you parents for all of your support in academics at ACS!

Boston Fundraiser: Volleyball Tournament – Saturday, Feb. 4 in the ROC. Concessions will be available; please no outside food or drinks. Come join us for a fun day of fellowship!

Valentine Party- Tuesday, Feb 14 at Jester’s in Warsaw – 12:00 to 3:00 pm. The cost is $6 per person which includes shoes, bowling, and the play space. There is a $20 maximum per family. You are welcome to stay and bowl after 3 pm, standard bowling prices will apply. Each family is asked to bring a snack. Families with the last name beginning A-M please bring a healthy snack, families with last names beginning N-Z please bring a sweet snack. Another option – Jester’s will offer ½ price pizzas and extra large bowls of popcorn for $3.00. They will cook them and place them on the snack tables. If interested, please order as soon as you arrive.

Happy Birthday to You: Feb 4 - 11

No Birthdays this week

Up-Coming Dates:

Feb 4 Boston Fundraiser Volleyball Tourney

Feb 13 Prom Mtg

Feb 14 Valentine Party

Feb 20 No School

Feb 28 ACS School Board Mtg

Registration of Basketball Players for the Regionals and Nationals

Cindy Rieckhoff — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:25:00 GMT

Basketball parents. Please follow the link below to register your players for the Regional Tournament (Girls team: this also covers the National Tournaments). Some of the questions may be confusing so I will try to clarify as follows:

The team name is Applewood Christian Mustangs

The Region you are attending is Des Moins, IA (Girls also check National Tournament, multiple choices allowed)

The age division for both teams will be 18 & Under regardless of your childs age

Under the heading :Do you meet the qualifications of a Home School Student: the answer is yes as per contact and clarification with the tournament coordinators on the status of our school/teams.

All players must submit this form to play at the tournaments. Please do so ASAP.

Thank you

Cindy Rieckhoff

Link: http://www.nchclive.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=157&Itemid=462

January 27

Debbie Church — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:21:00 GMT

Hello ACS,

Spirit days are always exciting at school as sometimes we get unusual costumes (Joel Reed J) and teachers dressed in ACS gear. Our next up-coming spirit days are Friday, February 3 and Monday, February 13. Mark your calendars and celebrate ACS spirit with us.

Read to Succeed: Students in grades K-6 were given forms concerning the read to succeed program through Six Flags. Their reading logs need to be turned in by February 1 in order be eligible for the ticket. If your child has misplaced their log, please let your teacher know Monday.

Student Council Carnival: January 28, 6-8:30 pm. Come to the ROC for games and prizes; a concession stand will also be offering homemade chili, cookies, pizza, etc. The senior events this year are Win It in a Minute and the infamous Pie in the Face. All proceeds go to the student council.

Boston Fundraiser: Volleyball Tournament – Saturday, Feb. 4 in the ROC. 6 person per team minimum; $100 registration; 1^st place receives a trophy and entry fee refund! Concessions will be available; please no outside food and drinks. Registration deadline is Feb. 1^st. First 8 teams will be accepted; age limit is 13 years old and above. To register or for details, please call Chris Mabry at 620-7996. We are encouraging youth groups and churches to form a team and come out for a fun day of fellowship!

Happy Birthday to You: Jan 29-Feb 4

Students: Isaac Cormican

Teachers: Paula Crosier

Up-Coming Dates:

Jan 28 Student Council Carnival

Feb 4 Boston Fundraiser Volleyball Tourney

Feb 13 Prom Mtg

Feb 14 Valentine Party

Feb 20 No School

Feb 28 ACS School Board Mtg

General Session Minutes 11/15/2011

Josh Greer — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:23:00 GMT

ACS Board Meeting Minutes

Nov 15, 2011 6:30 pm

Board Present: Jennifer Boatright, Josh Greer, Jim Kjar, Jon Church, Michal Herrington

Interested Parties: Leo & Kathryn Porter, Sal Aquino, Carie Aquino, Jacinda Wassam, Lisa Cloud, Debbie Church, Cindy Rieckhoff

Opening: 45 min

· Open in prayer: Michal Herrington

· Secretary’s Report: Josh Greer

o Grammatical Corrections

o Motion: to approve with grammatical changes.

§ Jon Church

§ Second: Michal Herrington

§ Approved

· Treasurer Report: Jim Kjar

o Currently under budget on salary

§ Michal Herrington: Do we know why?

§ Jennifer Boatright: Maybe we budgeted for more teachers than we currently have. (Some combined classes).

§ Unknown bill on credit card.

· Josh Greer: Possibly for athletic awards banquet items.

§ Fund Raiser

· close to $10,000 donated.

§ Discussion on interest earned and now shown on the balance sheet.

§ Discussions on text books. Over budget.

· Was not budgeted last year.

· Discussions on whether it should be in its own account.

· Budget showed income for the book fund.

o Motion to approve

§ Jon Church

§ Second: Michal Herrington

§ Approved

· Principals Report: Deb/Gaye

o Loose steps found on the fire exit. Now fixed.

o College Planning Night

§ Attendance very poor

§ Suggestions:

· Jennifer Boatright: Thought that only seniors need to go.

· Jennifer Boatright: It's hard to know why you need to come every year. It is great information, but much of it is the same information that may have already been heard.

· Michal Herrington: But the information could change drastically every year.

· Jon Church: Does he talk about scholarships that are available locally?

o Jennifer Boatright: He gives web sites that can be used.

o Jon Church: Perhaps if he talks about local scholarships, it would offer incentives for students to attend.

· Paula Crosier: Maybe if it were scheduled between seasons attendance would be greater.

· Michal Herrington: Maybe ask him to give instruction on how to write a scholarship essay.

· Jacinda Wassam: Had been through it 4 times and didn't feel they needed it again.

· Kathryn Porter: Is starting to put in place things they learned last year.

· Gaye Hiller: We now have a Missouri Connections account (online resource).

· Debbie Church: Perhaps we should just focus on Freshman and Sophomore students.

o Jennifer Boatright: Or kids that haven't been through it before.

· Michal Herrington: Gave an example that this year's instruction meant more to one of her children than last year.

o Feast Day

§ Based numbers, plan on feeding 300 people (at 235 now).

§ Jon Church: Suggests doing something different regarding the finances. We came up short last year.

· Need something easier to remind people to give to support the meal.

o Leo Porter: Senior skip day that is planned

§ As far as the administration is concerned, will they get zeros for the day?

· Debbie Church: Yes

· This is not something that the school condones.

· Debbie Church: Very few seniors are here full time all year anyhow, so feels it is not needed.

· Debbie Church: Could have teachers sitting with no class.

· Gaye Hiller: Should we talk to seniors?

o Debbie Church: Yes, it will be discussed tomorrow.

· Family Club: Jacinda/Carie

o Beginning balance: $4,967.83

o Deposits $11,907.41

o Ending balance $7,101.14

o Computer donated by family club.

o Scrip cards

§ Profit from the beginning $1,814.

§ $719 this year.

§ Goal: $9000

§ Typically $4,000-$5,000 annually.

§ Potentially $23,000 could be earned.

§ Paula Crosier: Suggests putting reminders on the door at school.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Remind people that we have some supplies on hand.

o Concession stands

§ Less income this year.

§ Less home games.

§ Not full load of games each night.

§ Teams were not told not to bring coolers for tournaments.

· Senior Report: Paula Crosier

o Balance over $2,000

o Started the year with $450

§ Juniors earned money last year.

o Profit: Roughly 50%

o Participation is down about 17% this year.

o First and Third Fridays, adding pizza as a supplement to their funds.

o Will be meeting to discuss the destination.

o Debbie Church: Do we feel the price increase has caused the reduction?

§ Yes

§ Paula Crosier: Agreed, but had to raise price due to increased costs.

o Michal Herrington: What is the goal?

§ Paula Crosier: Generally make between $3000-$4000 each year.

§ Michal Herrington: So we are currently ahead?

Open Discussion: 30 min

o Teacher's meeting discussion - What is our goal as a school?

§ Homeschool/private/etc.

§ Jon Church: Was this discussion out of frustration?

§ Discussion on what we can require parents to do at home

· Jennifer Boatright: Their grade should be the requirement. If parents aren't pulling their weight, the grade will reflect it and they may not be allowed to return.

· Jennifer Boatright: Feels that when people return their commitment letter in February, we address red flags at that time.

§ Paula Crosier: Asked about pastor letters. Knows of a student that claims not to be attending church.

· Debbie Church: Have looked at the forms and is not aware of this student. Does acknowledge that some results were "sporadic attendance".

§ Jennifer Boatright: Discuss the direction of the school.

· Paula Crosier: Discussed the reputation of the school.

o Some mentioned that the public feels we take the students that can't succeed anywhere else.

· Paula Crosier: Can we continue to accommodate students with learning disabilities.

· Jon Kjar: Are the parents more involved as their kids have been here longer?

o Debbie Church: Some

§ Gaye Hiller: How do we suggest to teachers to deal with parents that aren't doing the work at home.

· Gaye Hiller: Teacher's feel the burden is put on them to pick up the slack.

· Gaye Hiller: Suggests giving people a checklist of things that should be done at home.

· Gaye Hiller: Feels some of the problem is from new families that have no idea what the requirements.

· Leo Porter: If his student is behind, would like a phone call when there is a problem.

· Cindy Rieckhoff: When they started they were more proactive and sought the teachers out. Will we be doing an injustice by "babying" families.

· Carie Aquino

o When they came on, they were told that ACS and families should be a match for each other.

o A lot of assumptions are made on both sides: from the school and the family about approachability and attitudes.

§ Families have already agreed to these things and we shouldn't have to remind families.

o Some of her kids come home and feel they are not being taught in some classes.

o Lack of communication

§ Personally would have a town hall meeting every month.

· Josh Greer: We have board meetings monthly and people don't attend those.

o Carie Aquino: Feels that board meetings can be intimidating.

§ Gaye Hiller: So do you feel parents aren't been given enough information about the school.

· Talked about all of the opportunities to communicate with families.

§ Michal Herrington: but how would you make it different? It is what it is.

· Carie Aquino: Need's a parent liaison to deal with parents and issues that come up.

§ Jim Kjar: Feels that we may only be talking about a handful of families that are not pulling their weight. Gather the families from the teachers and have the administration talk with the families. If nothing changes, they should come to the board and discuss why they should be allowed to return.

o Debbie Church: We have "run the pendulum" on how to deal with issues regarding parents. We need some direction.

§ Are we a parent cooperative?

§ Jon Church: Either way we go, we are going to find people that do not fit?

§ Debbie Church: but what are we?

§ Jon Church: A home-school environment

§ Jennifer Boatright: How do you deal with a student that is doing well, but the parents are failing.

§ Leo Porter: Those parents still need to be made aware. Let them know what we expect from them. If changes aren't made, we may not allow their student to return.

· Jennifer Boatright: We have attempted that. The student has stepped it up, and the parents still fail.

· Josh Greer: As has been said before, we can not and are not a sanctuary. It is unfair, but we are a home school cooperative and it requires more than a student that wants to achieve.

· Leo Porter: Agrees and is not saying that it is easy, but when we have parents that are not abiding by the same rules as everyone else, it is to the demise of the school.

§ Jim Kjar: Feels in the time he has been on the board, we have not made the hard decisions to ask a family to leave.

· Jennifer Boatright: We have.

· Jennifer Boatright: Now is a hard time to make these decision......talked about the process of re-evaluations in the spring

· Michal Herrington: Setup some guidelines for families and probation. Give them some guidelines for success.

o Even if only for grading papers.

· Gaye Hiller: Part of the problem was a parent that was distressed that they only first heard of an issue at parent teacher conference.

· Jennifer Boatright: Perhaps teachers should be more in contact with parents before the conference.

o Debbie Church: But so early in the year, the teacher may not know: New teachers, new students, etc.

§ Carie Aquino: We have to set a standard and require families to abide.

· The standards have expanded and changed:

o Special needs students

o Class size

§ Jennifer Boatright: Asks administration to try to get a list of the families that are not pulling their weight. Remain in contact with these families and let us know when we as a board need to get involved.

· Jon Church: we need to reiterate that this school is not a perfect fit for everyone.

· Jennifer Boatright: The goal for us is not to provide everything for everyone but rather allow us to only be half of the equation.

§ Leo Porter: If it were a private school, the students would be here 5 days a week. But they aren't, and the parents need to fill in the gaps.

§ Kathryn Porter: Likes the idea of an action plan to resolve some of these issues to allow teachers the understanding that they don't have to do everything.

§ Michal Herrington: Talked about how during the interview process we could ask about how involved they currently are with their child's education. If they are not at that point, they may not be a good fit for the school. We need to do a better job during the interview process.

Old Business: 30 min

· IRS

o Vicky Hartlzer responded to our letter regarding assistance in getting our 501(c)3 status back

o Jennifer Boatright: Explained the story to those who have not yet heard.

New Business: 30 min

· Fund Raising Dinner

o Michal Herrington: do not have all of the figures yet.

o 250-255 in attendance.

o $7,500 in donations (outside of corporate donations).

o close to $10,000 given in all.

o Many compliments on how well the event went.

o Discussions on the room constraints. Some people were uncomfortable.

§ Not spaced evenly from the front to the back.

o Paula Crosier: Any comments about the caterer? Feels the caterer was "nasty" with some of the students.

§ Michal Herrington: Was not aware of this but would have dealt with the issue had she been made aware of it.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Was the concern that our students were misbehaving?

· Paula Crosier: Yes

§ Jon Church: The students and the parents should know to contact Michal if there are issues.

o Jon Church: talked to one of his guests about the caterer.

§ Felt the food was OK, but that's not the point. Using a caterer allows the families to be more involved with the process. Comments were positive.

Next meeting:

Dec 12^th 6:30

Adjourn:

Motion: To adjourn

Josh Greer

Second: Jon Church

Approved

General Session Minutes 10/24/2011

Josh Greer — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:15:00 GMT

ACS Board Meeting Minutes

Oct 24, 2011 6:30 pm

Board Members present: Jennifer Boatright, Michal Herrington, Josh Greer, Jim Kjar, Jon Church, Carlos Leon

Interested Parties: Sal Aquino, Lisa Cloud, Cindy Rieckhoff, Debbie Church, Gaye Hiller, Gina Kjar

Opening: 40 min

· Open in prayer: Jim Kjar

· Secretary’s Report: Josh Greer

o Various grammatical corrections.

o corrections:

§ Not a $2700 cost for the last tournament.

· Should be $700 for referees.

§ Added more detail to the section on MSHSAA on concern about parental influence at public schools.

o Motion: Approve as corrected above

§ Jon Church

§ Second: Michal Herrington

§ Approved

· Treasurer Report: Jim Kjar

o Many sponsors for the upcoming 5K run.

§ $2400 so far has been donated.

o Discussions on how payments are made to the Boston fund.

§ Some are deposited in the general fund for tax purposes.

o "Negative expenses" explained:

§ Money we have received that is not income.

· Pre-payments for fine arts.

§ Discussions on payments for prom.

· Cindy Rieckhoff: No money should be available for Prom.

· Jim Kjar: Funds are run through the school for tax purposes and family reimbursements.

o Mission Fund on the balance sheet

§ Jim Kjar: This is for Costa Rica.

o Year book

§ Payments that are shown are for last year, but were paid late.

o Debbie Church: Will the deficit that is shown occur every month?

§ Jim Kjar: No, because of the payments of the books early in the year.

§ Jim Kjar: Last year the book fees didn't go into the overall profit and loss

· Michal Herrington: Why?

o Jon Church: Because it is the largest fund and occurs annually.

· Jim Kjar: Is trying to get everything on one sheet, per general accounting processes.

§ Josh Greer: When will the negative be balanced out?

· Jim Kjar: Unknown at this time.

· Jim Kjar: Most of this is due to changes in the accounting programs. Expenses are in line with previous years.

· Jennifer Boatright: What changes can we make to resolve some of these issues?

o Jon Church: You can't really. It has to do when I start receiving income for next year, but are still paying items for the previous year.

o Jim Kjar: Discussed options that would allow us to close the books at the end of the school year.

§ Michal Herrington: Discussed the possibility of closing the books at October 1.

o Motion: to approve

§ Josh Greer

§ Second: Jon Church

§ Approved

· Principals Report: Deb/Gaye

o Church attendance forms are mostly in.

o See you at the pole was a great event.

o School Pictures on Friday.

o Boaters license course on 11/22

§ Gaye Hiller: This will be much easier then having to pass the course online.

o Parent Teacher conference 11/1.

o Spring PTC changed to March 13 due to a basketball tournament change.

o Sports scores now online.

o College planning night on 11/10 for high school students.

§ Jeff Backe does a great job.

o Fund Raising Dinner:

§ Have about 213 seats occupied.

§ Need to hear from about 6 families.

§ Speaker is from Whitemen AFB.

§ Jesse Wedemeyer will give alumni presentation.

§ The lower bid was accepted for the catering.

· Will meet with the servers the day before.

· Menu: Baked chicken ***....

§ Jon Church: Who will be doing the printing of the cards and programs

· Michal: Office will be handling this

§ Gina Kjar: How many seats last year

· Maximum of 272, but we had about 260 (49 families)

· Stuco Report: Lisa Cloud

o Wednesday is the food drive.

o Friday will be going to the Rieckhoffs for a hayride.

o Costa Rica Mission Trip:

§ 11 students, and many more parents.

§ $785.38 earned at a garage sale.

§ May 19-30 (unknown at this time. Waiting to see best options to save cost on airline)

§ Estimated $1300 per person, but people may raise their own funds (to reduce excess fundraising at the school).

o Service Project:

§ Asked the Family Club for suggestions.

§ Will do some painting and cleaning in the CEL.

o For kids not going to the mission trip:

§ Will be going to East St. Louis, IL.: Christian Activities Center (CAC)

o All vacated officer positions filled

§ Mariah Wassam, VP

§ Meredith Crosier, Secratary

· Athletic Report: Cindy Rieckhoff

o Large funds going into basketball due to low basketball turn out.

§ Need the funds to pay for referees.

o Debbie Church: At what point is it not financially viable to support a sport?

§ Jim Kjar: Was discussed at the last meeting. Once you lose a sport it is difficult to bring it back. Will lose families.

o Cindy Rieckhoff: Public schools are losing junior high teams as well due to costs.

o Volleyball season complete:

§ Took 3rd in nationals

o Soccer season complete:

§ Took first in nationals tournament.

§ One team filed a complaint against ACS this season.

· Jefferson City Home School.

· Complained that our boys were too aggressive.

o Alleged that Punching and cussing on the field.

· When investigated, the details were not consistent.

· The coach addressed the team to make sure no bad language was used. Let them know it would not be permitted.

· We played the team a second time and no issues occurred.

o JV Varsity VB tournament

§ Many compliments from other coaches about the atmosphere this year.

§ JV made a little bit of money.

· JH tourney was a loss.

· Can't control how many people come in the gate.

o Had to get new nets for the soccer goals at Maplewood.

§ We need to increase the size of the field.

· Waiting on direction of the church for future building.

o Basketball

§ No girls JH due to numbers.

§ Regionals moved a week out.

· Will overlap with Girls Soccer .

· Brad Collier is aware of the issue and will work around it.

§ Season starts 11/29

· Some events will have to be dropped after this date to avoid more than 4 events per week.

· Coaches have been made aware of this.

§ JH boys basketball

· Issue with a tournament that will cause us to go more than 4 events per week.

· January 9-14

o 4 day tournament

o 1 additional away game that week.

§ Requesting that the board allow for an exception to the 4 event per week limit.

§ Josh Greer: Suggests we drop the away game to avoid the conflict.

· Cindy Rieckhoff: Concerned we will lose the varsity game as well.

o Josh: Feels bad about this, but feels that too many exceptions have already been made. This is asking too much out of these boys this week.

o Jennifer Boatright: Recommends rescheduling the game, but if it can't be done, then it should be cancelled.

§ Cindy Rieckhoff: Game can not be rescheduled.

o Cindy Rieckhoff: Some parents have asked why they pay the same amount between teams. Some have more games than others.

· Jon Church: Curious how players are being pulled from the junior high squad.

o Doesn't feel that the pulling is causing us to lose a team.

o Concerned about a comment that a coach made that if there aren't enough to fill a varsity squad that "he will be pulling students from Junior High".

o Sal Aquino: Feels that no player, 8th and below should play on varsity.

· Debbie Church: Why does basketball season last so long

o Jennifer Boatright: Because of Christmas break and holidays.

o Cindy Rieckhoff: Christmas break practices are not mandatory.

· Jennifer Boatright: Feels that there are a lot of people saying there are issues with coaches. People are not addressing them with the coaches. When addressed, there doesn't appear to be a problem. People involved need to be the ones addressing the issues.

· Debbie Church: Expressed concern about the practices over Christmas.

o Cindy Rieckhoff: The families involved do not have a problem and it does not set a precedent. Also is not mandatory.

o Athletic banquet is tomorrow night.

§ Issue with the letters. They came in black and gold. Sent back and replacements will not be back in time.

§ What to do about spaghetti straps?

· Who should enforce this?

· Gaye Hiller: Should be the coaches.

· Gina Kjar: A "One Call" should go out.

· Jennifer Boatright: It should go out to the entire school.

· Open Discussion: 30 min

o Nothing to discuss

Old Business: 30 min

· IRS update

o Letters for assistance were delivered to:

§ Vicky Hartzler

§ Liberty Council

o We looked at the IRS instructions, a religious school, or a school that is associated with a church does not have to file.

§ They are saying we need to, which is contradictory.

o Also talked about getting a tax lawyer.

o Our tax exempt status has been revoked, but could be reinstated retroactively.

· Audit books-is everything current?

o Some action items are pending

New Business: 30 min

· ACS positives-Focus on what’s good

o Each board member and parents present if they would like gave a positive about our school or admin or student body etc. Something positive that you are thankful for as we go into the Thanksgiving Season.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Time to focus on the positives.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Feels that the kids are interacting more this year with her and other adults with smiles and good attitudes.

§ Debbie Church: Has seen great rapport with all ages. Partner day is going well.

§ Gaye Hiller: Was so thankful during volleyball season that so much work was done by the parents.

§ Cindy Rieckhoff: JV tournament was just a great time between parents and players. Very thankful for that experience.

§ Jon Church: Talking about teachers assistants, before school started, one did not want to do it. But has since stated that they very much enjoy the experience.

§ Jon Church: Talked to a coach from Parkview. Expressed that it was very much worth the trip because of our attitude and provided a competitive environment.

§ Carlos Leon: The meetings are now ending at a decent hour.

§ Jon Church: Was here today and is so thankful to Maplewood for the building and the opportunity to send their students here at a reasonable price.

§ Debbie Church: Really excited about some of the elementary parents. Many are investing in the school.

· Michal Herrington: all 3 helping with the dinner are young parents.

§ Michal Herrington: Has kids 2-11 grade. Can't think of any place else that all of her students would like school.

§ Michal Herrington: Appreciates all of the sacrifice from all of the people that volunteers to get the job done. It's an experiment that just works.

§ Josh Greer: Expressed the change in a child's view towards the school this year.

§ Jim Kjar: Feels this has been an eye opening year and has enjoyed this year, but unfortunately this will be the last year for the Kjar family. Will not be returning next year.

· Jennifer Boatright: Understands, and knows that it is not for the wrong reasons.

· Gina Kjar: Has very much enjoyed this year.

· Jennifer Boatright: Feels that we are doing a better job of focusing on prayer.

· Jennifer Boatright: Feels the Holy Spirit in our school and hopes that we do not get overwhelmed on the wrong things.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Appreciates all of the time and effort of the board members and parents. Appreciates all of the volunteer work that is constantly getting done. It takes every one of us, and wants to say thank you

§ Lisa Cloud: Last few years has gotten to do teacher evaluations and enjoys the experience. While most of our teachers are not formally trained in their positions, they do such a wonderful job.

o Scheduling

§ Is it possible to have a way for everyone to put items in the calendar themselves.

· Josh Greer: discussed options for a web design that will be discussed in the future.

· Next meeting:

o November 15th @6:30

o December 12th @ 6:30

o Adjourn:

§ Motion to adjourn

· Josh Greer

· Second: Carlos Leon

· Approved

Notice of Game Changes made 01-24 for the rest of Basketball season

Cindy Rieckhoff — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:09:00 GMT

The following changes have been made to the calendar for Basketball season. Please note these changes on your calendars:

The JH Game on Jan 26th is at 6:30pm

The Varsity Games on Jan 30th have switched times. The girls are now at 6pm and the boys are at 7:15/30pm.

The Varsity Games on Feb 06th have switched times. The girls are now at 6pm and the boys are at 7:30pm.

The Varsity Games on Feb 16th have switched times. The Boys are now at 5pm and the Girls are at 6:30pm.

We have added a game on March 1st at home with Varisty Boys and Girls, times TBA.

Thank you.

January 20, 2012

Debbie Church — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:58:00 GMT

Hello ACS,

What a wonderful January this has been thus far! Let’s hope February and March continue the trend and does not come roaring in as a lion!!

As for news, we have 3 very different but important events on the calendar that I wanted to draw to your attention. First, Tuesday night is our athletic committee meeting. It is technically for all coaches at ACS, but anyone who is interested in our athletic program is welcome to attend. For details, please call our athletic director, Cindy Rieckhoff at 660-525-2106. Second, the school board meeting is Thursday evening. All are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings each month. It is during board meetings that school issues, changes, policies, etc. are brought up and discussed. If you have any questions regarding the school board, please call your board representative or our board president, Jennifer Boatright at 826-1880.

Finally, Saturday is our annual school carnival. The student council does a fantastic job and planning this fun, family event. Each year it is full of laughter and surprises. It is a great way to get to know each other in an informal, festive setting. We are looking forward to seeing you all there!!

Student Council News:

FUND RAISER LUNCH!! The Costa Rica Mission Team will be serving lunch right after church in the ROC on Jan. 22. It will be a variety of soups, chili, and desserts; donations will go toward the trip. Families who are going: Boatright, Cloud, Crosier, Hiller/Shane, Kelly, Leon, Porter, Schutte, Walton. The team leaves on May 23-30. They would appreciate any support. Checks may be written to ACS with a note attached that it is for the Costa Rica Trip.

High School students will be offering tutoring after school for any elementary students needing help. Please contact Brandy Wassam to set up a schedule.

Student Council has 2 new black long-sleeved medium t-shirts left for sale at $13.50. Contact Lisa Cloud.

Happy Birthday to You: Jan 22-28

Students: Maris Herrington

Teachers: Allen Sims

Up-Coming Dates:

Jan 22 Costa Rica Fundraiser Lunch

Jan 24 Athletic Committee Mtg

Jan 26 ACS School Board Mtg

Jan 28 Student Council Carnival

Feb 4 Boston Fundraiser Volleyball Tourney

January 13, 2012

Debbie Church — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:42:00 GMT

Hello ACS,

Spirit Days! During any sports season, we like to encourage our teams by having spirit days. If our team has a home game on a Friday, we celebrate by wearing our ACS gear or our school colors – red, black, and white. For the rest of January, each Friday will be a spirit day. Also, Friday, Jan 20, we will be recognizing our senior basketball players during their games. Come on out and support our ACS teams!

Bookmobile: The bookmobile returns Wednesday, Jan 18^th. If your child has books at home, please remember to return them by Wednesday. Also, we are missing The Door Within by Wayne Thomas Batson and The Nervous System by Helen Frost. If you could please ask your child if they have seen these books, we would greatly appreciate it. Thank you!

Student Council News:

High School students will be offering tutoring after school for any elementary students needing help. Please contact Brandy Wassam to set up a schedule.

Student Council has 2 new black long-sleeved medium t-shirts left for sale at $13.50. Contact Lisa Cloud.

SFCC to sponsor free ‘Love and Logic’ workshop:

State Fair Community College will sponsor a workshop for families Jan. 19 discussing “Love and Logic,” a philosophy of raising and teaching children that allows adults to be happier, feel empowered and be more skilled in interactions with children. The two-hour “Workshop on Wheels” will meet from 6-8 p.m. in Thompson Conference Center in the Heckart Science and Allied Health Center on the SFCC campus. There is no charge. Registration deadline is Jan. 16. The ‘Love and Logic’ philosophy teaches a way of working with children that puts parents and teachers back in control, teaches children to be responsible and prepares young people to live in the real world with choices and consequences. This is the same discipline philosophy that Mr. Jeff White used while a vice-principal at ACS. For more information or to register, call Sarah Williams, continuing education coordinator, at (660) 530-5822 or e-mail swilliams19@sfccmo.edu. Registration details are also available at www.sfccmo.edu/workshoponwheels. The course is sponsored by SFCC’s office of Lifelong Learning.

Happy Birthday to You: Jan 14-21

Students: Jacob Breid, Megan Breid, Raymond Leon, Sydney Bussey, Erin Cloud, Caroline Kelly, Tori Price

Up-Coming Dates:

Jan 16 Girls’ Soccer Mtg

Jan 16 Family Club Mtg

Jan 24 Athletic Committee Mtg

Jan 26 ACS School Board Mtg

Jan 28 Student Council Carnival

January 4, 2012

Debbie Church — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 19:35:00 GMT

Hello ACS,

Well, here we are beginning second semester! I am excited to begin this year anew! As we make our resolutions and goals for the New Year, I pray we continue to focus on Christ. At school, we strive to emphasize Christian character and integrity as much as education. I am so proud of all our students! Even today, someone commented on how well our kids get along – all ages, all grades! It is so fun to watch them interact. I invite you to visit anytime to see the great young men and women God is developing here at Applewood.

Basketball season is in full swing. If you have been looking at the scores posted on the events calendar, you will see that our teams have been doing quite well. I encourage you to come catch a game before the season ends!

What It Means to Be a Champion – Aaron Davis – at SFCC in the Fred E. Davis Multi-Purpose Center – Monday, Jan 9, 7 pm – Plan now to attend – Aaron is a former national college football player who speaks to youth groups and at colleges around the nation. Please mark your calendars to attend! Also, please encourage others to attend! For further information, please call Katy Park Baptist Church at 826-7497 or Jon Church at

221-8081. Many area school teams and youth groups are planning to attend; it would be great to see a high representation from ACS!!

Girls’ Soccer Meeting – January 16, 3:45 pm – For all high school girls interested in soccer. For more information, call Coach Collier at 660-851-0034.

Happy Birthday to You: Jan 7-13

Teachers: Fran Merkh

Students: Emalea Rieckhoff, John Kjar, Peyton Triplett

Up-Coming Dates:

Jan 9 Prom Mtg

Jan 16 Family Club

Jan 24 Athletic Committee Mtg

Jan 28 Student Council Carnival

December 16, 2011

Debbie Church — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:16:00 GMT

Merry Christmas ACS,

Thank you to all who participated in our Christmas program last night and to those who came to support us. It was a wonderful evening to come together and celebrate our Savior’s birth. The kids did a fantastic job!! Thank you to Mrs. Leon for preparing and directing our program!

As I write the bulletin this morning, it is a joy to see and hear our Christmas party in full swing all around. It is a blessing to work with such amazing students and teachers! Thank you also to the fabulous room moms for all their work to make today a success!

As we begin our Christmas break, I pray we all focus on the true meaning of this season, Jesus’ birth, and the reason for this season, His death and resurrection. May you all enjoy your time with friends and family as we remember Him!

Teacher In-Service: Tuesday, Jan. 3, 9 am – lunch will be provided; grades need to be ready to record on report cards

Classes Resume: Wednesday, Jan. 4, 8 am – The school office will be closed until then.

Thank You to the Family Club – We have a new desktop computer in the office for teachers and students to use. Thank you, Family Club, for this much needed upgrade!!

Girls’ Soccer Meeting – January 16, 3:45 pm – For all high school girls interested in soccer. For more information, call Coach Collier at 660-851-0034.

Happy Birthday to You: Dec 18-Jan 6

Students: Nathan Koeller, Natalie Church, Baeleigh Aquino, Courtney Schutte, Jackie Sims, Lexi Shane, Victoria Sparks, Haley Patton, Isaac Kjar

Up-Coming Dates:

Jan 3 Teacher In-Service

Jan 4 Classes Start

Jan 9 Prom Mtg

December 9, 2011

Debbie Church — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:53:00 GMT

Season’s Greetings ACS,

Our Christmas season is here and kids are busily preparing for our Christmas program. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend Thursday as we celebrate the birth of our Lord together. Also, Friday will be our last day before Christmas break. It will be a half day filled with games, crafts, and gifts. We will end school at 11:30 am that day.

As Christmas approaches, so does winter. I wanted to remind everyone what will occur should we have a snow day. It will be announced on KSIS-AM 1050, KSDL 92.3 FM, and KXKX 105.7 FM. It will also be on the website and you will receive a one call by 6:30 am. On those days we have snow; teachers will post their class work and homework on the website. Each teacher has a blog and the information will be posted by 10 am of that day.

Thank You to the Family Club – We have a new desktop computer in the office for teachers and students to use. Thank you, Family Club, for this much needed upgrade!!

Mission Opportunity – The high school girls’ Bible class will be collecting scrip cards or cash donations to support The Embassy House in Sedalia or another local charity. If you are donating, please put it in a sealed envelope marked for Mrs. Kjar.

Salvation Army – If you are looking for a mission project as a family this Christmas, Salvation Army has 500 families in need this year. The ACS Student Council will be sponsoring one family this year as well. Items donated need to be to the Salvation Army by Dec 15. For more information, please call the Salvation Army at 826-1525.

Girls’ Soccer Meeting – January 16, 3:45 pm – For all high school girls interested in soccer. For more information, call Coach Collier at 660-851-0034.

Happy Birthday to You: Dec 10- 17

Students: Timothy Nevils, Brandy Wassam, Xiara Leon

Up-Coming Dates:

Dec 12 Family Club Mtg

Dec 12 School Board Mtg

Dec 15 Christmas Program

Dec 16 Last Day of School – ½ day

Jan 4 Classes Start

December 2, 2011

Debbie Church — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:24:00 GMT

Season’s Greetings ACS,

Parents, as the cold and flu season is here, please be mindful of making sure your child gets enough rest and a good breakfast. Please remind them of good hygiene skills. Also, if your child is going to be tardy or absent, please call the office as this helps with attendance and absentee homework sheets. Additionally, I want to make sure each family knows that your child is encouraged to bring a water bottle and a healthy snack to have during the day.

Our Christmas season is here and kids are busily preparing for our Christmas program. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend Thursday, Dec 15 as we celebrate the birth of our Lord together. Also, Friday, Dec 16 will be our last day before Christmas break. It will be a half day filled with games, crafts, and gifts. We will end school at 11:30 am that day.

2011 Holiday Shopping Extravaganza – The 8^th grade class will be hosting a gift wrapping station at this extravaganza to raise funds for Boston. It is Saturday, Dec 3, from 8 am to 4 pm in the ABC Advertising Building downtown. The following companies will have booths to purchase Christmas gifts: Tastefully Simple, Scentsy, Premier Designs, Celebrating Home, Uppercaseliving, Pampered Chef, thirty-one, BeautiControl, and Amy & Steph’s Crafts. The event will be having hourly door prize drawings all day.

PLAN Test – For 10^th Grade – Tuesday, Dec. 6 – 9 am to 12 pm – Bring two #2 pencils, calculator, water bottle, snack, and a book to read. Please arrive at 8:45 am; they might be finished before noon.

Girls’ Soccer Meeting – January 16, 3:45 pm – For all high school girls interested in soccer. For more information, call Coach Collier at 660-851-0034.

Happy Birthday to You: Dec 3-10

Students: Autumn Sparks, Menachem Gaertener

Up-Coming Dates:

Dec 6 PLAN Test, 10^th Grade

Dec 7 Academic Committee Mtg

Dec 12 Family Club Mtg

Dec 12 School Board Mtg

Dec 15 Christmas Program

Dec 16 Last Day of School – ½ day

November 28, 2011

Debbie Church — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:56:00 GMT

Season’s Greetings ACS,

Thank you for a wonderful Thanksgiving Feast! Mr. and Mrs. Kelly and their kitchen crew did such a great job organizing the meal; Mrs. Leon did a fantastic job organizing the program; and, all our room moms and teachers did a fabulous job organizing the students during the day!! Thanks once again!

Student Council News –

Toy Drive - For a school-wide project, StuCo is joining the Sedalia Student Leadership Council and will be collecting toys for children in need for Christmas. Please bring toys and put them in the box in the foyer of the ROC. Deadline is Friday, Dec. 2.

Several students will be volunteering at Open Door food pantry every other Thursday starting Dec. 1 from 10 am to 12 pm.

Finally, twelve high school students and twelve parents will be going to Costa Rica May 23-30 to serve on a mission trip teaching VBS, working in a soup kitchen, and helping at a camp center. Please pray for this trip. The remaining high school students will have an opportunity to go to the Christian Activity Center in East St. Louis to minister to the children. Please pray that a couple of parents will be available to lead this trip.

Another Mission Opportunity – The high school girls’ Bible class will be collecting scrip cards or cash donations to support The Embassy House in Sedalia or another local charity. If you are donating, please put it in a sealed envelope marked for Mrs. Kjar.

Girls’ Soccer Meeting – January 16, 3:45 pm – For all high school girls interested in soccer. For more information, call Coach Collier at 660-851-0034.

Happy Birthday to You: Nov 27-Dec 3

Teachers: Gaye Hiller

Up-Coming Dates:

Dec 12 Family Club Mtg

Dec 12 School Board Mtg

Dec 15 Christmas Program

November 18, 2011

Debbie Church — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:31:00 GMT

Greetings ACS,

Thanksgiving is upon us and I am so thankful for ACS! It is a privilege to work and serve among such a fabulous Christian family. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your lives! It is joy to see Christ use each of us and our individual talents and gifts for His glory.

Feast Day is next Wednesday and Mrs. Lana Kelly is busy preparing our meal this year. We still need 4 or 5 volunteers to make a pan of potatoes and 4 more cooks to cook the donated turkeys. If you could help with either of these tasks, please call Lana Kelly, 660-619-4807, asap. Thank you!

Student Council News – Spirit Clothing orders have been turned in and should be ready in a couple of weeks. There were 77 items ordered. Thank you to all who ordered!

StuCo voted to give $700 to the Christian Activity Center in East St. Louis to sponsor 7 kids for Christmas.

Students have been working in the elementary building cleaning, painting and putting up scripture passages to decorate the walls. As you see their progress, please let them know how much you appreciate their hard work!

For a school-wide project, StuCo is joining the Sedalia Student Leadership Council and will be collecting toys for children in need for Christmas. Please bring toys and put them in the box in the foyer of the ROC. Deadline is Dec. 2.

Several students will be volunteering at Open Door food pantry every other Thursday starting Dec. 1 from 10 am to 12 pm.

Scrip Cards – Black Friday is next week. Why not purchase scrip cards to take with you to shop! The family club will have a few extra to sell at the feast. They will also be taking orders to be picked up the following Friday. If you need to look at what cards are available, please check out www.glscrip.com. They make excellent Christmas gifts!

Happy Birthday to You: Nov 20-26

Students: Isaac Greer, Hannah Boatright

Up-Coming Dates:

Nov 23 Feast Day

Nov 25 No School

Dec 12 Family Club Mtg

Dec 12 School Board Mtg

Dec 15 Christmas Program

November 9, 2011

Debbie Church — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:56:00 GMT

Greetings ACS,

Thank you to all who made our Annual Fundraiser Dinner a success!! I have heard so many wonderful compliments from the evening. Thank you, 5th thru 8th grade students and fine arts teachers for a fantastic tribute to our country! Thank you also to our high school students and parents for pitching in so quickly during the clean up! Without such great ACS families, we would not be all God has intended for us. The fundraising part was also a success. We have raised over $7000 and this is before all donations have been received! One item of business: there are 3 servings spoons in the office left from the dinner. If you are missing any, please come to the office.
Our next big event is quickly approaching, the Thanksgiving Feast. At school, it is known as Feast Day and is a half day of classes. The students spend their day taking any tests, playing games with classmates, and most importantly, cooking lunch. It is an event which brings students, alumni, parents, and even grandparents together and is eagerly anticipated each year!

Parent Volunteers – A huge “Thank You” to all parents for an awesome 1st quarter. Your hard work is greatly appreciated! – Mrs. Sparks

Parent/Teacher Surveys – Parents, if you have not already turned in your surveys which were handed out at conferences, please do so by Monday. We use these surveys in evaluating and improving our classes; your input is highly valued.

Grade Cards – Please return these to the office if you have not already done so.

Scrip Cards – Please don’t forget that each Friday we collect orders and/or deliver scrip cards. If you need to look at what cards are available, please check out www.glscrip.com. They make excellent Christmas gifts!

Jingle Bell 5K / 1 Mile Walk – Saturday, December 3 – Cornerstone Academy of the Ozarks and Benton County Christmas for Kids is hosting this race/walk in Warsaw, MO. Race entry fees will help assist the academy and Christmas gifts will be given to kids in Benton County. Pre-registration fee is $15 by November 21. For more information and entry forms, please come to the office.

Happy Birthday to You: Nov 12-19
None this week.

Up-Coming Dates:
      Nov 15       ACS Board Mtg
      Nov 23       Feast Day
      Nov 25      No School

November 4, 2011

Debbie Church — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:07:00 GMT

Greetings ACS,

I hope you are looking forward to the annual fundraising dinner, I know I am! Having been privileged to watch the students rehearse for their production number has been quite exciting! It promises to be a fun-filled, encouraging, and inspiring evening!!
We have another big event in November which is quickly approaching, the Thanksgiving Feast. At school, it is known as Feast Day and is a half day of classes. The students spend their day taking any tests, playing games with classmates, and most importantly, cooking lunch. Each family will be receiving a letter later this month asking how many people will be attending. It is an event which brings students, alumni, parents, and even grandparents together and is eagerly anticipated each year!

College Planning Night – Thursday, November 10, is our night for all high school students to become better informed about all the ins and outs of colleges, applying for colleges, scholarships, etc. Jeff Backe will be our guest speaker. I cannot stress how informative this night will be especially for students in grades 9-11!

ACS Shirts, Hoodies, Sweats – Student Council sent home order sheets today for ACS apparel. Please ask your students about it. The due date for money and order forms is Friday, November 11.

Boater's License Class – Tuesday, November 22 – We will be offering a boaters class for anyone born after Jan. 1, 1984, needing to obtain their boater’s license. Please contact Gaye Hiller as soon as possible if you are interested.

Happy Birthday to You: Nov 5-12
Students: Garaleigh Noland, Kirstin Bergman

Up-Coming Dates:
      Nov 5    Fundraising Dinner
     Nov 10   College Planning Night
      Nov 15   ACS Board Mtg
     Nov 23    Feast Day

October 28, 2011

Debbie Church — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:47:00 GMT

Greetings ACS,

Well, the fundraising dinner is just around the corner. I hope everyone received the “hot pink” letter this week detailing more information concerning the dinner. We are looking forward to this wonderful event with great food, entertainment, and speakers. If you have any questions, please call Michal Herrington.
Let me take a moment to say thank you to our ACS students!! Thank you for your servant hearts and pleasant attitudes. I want to especially thank those who helped set up for the athletic sports awards night!! Everything was set up in such a quick and efficient manner without complaint. Thank You!!

Parent/Teacher Conferences – Tuesday, November 1st, 6 pm - Please mark your calendars for this very important night! It is a wonderful opportunity to see how your child is doing in class and to get to know your Applewood teachers better! Childcare will be provided by the 8th grade class in the Awana room during conferences for a donation only!

College Planning Night – Thursday, November 10, is our night for all high school students to become better informed about all the ins and outs of colleges, applying for colleges, scholarships, etc. Jeff Backe will be our guest speaker. I cannot stress how informative this night will be especially for students in grades 9-11!

ACS Shirts, Hoodies, Sweats – Student Council sent home order sheets today for ACS apparel. Please ask your students about it. The due date for money and order forms is Friday, November 11.

Boater's License Class – Tuesday, November 22 – We will be offering a boaters class for anyone born after Jan. 1, 1984, needing to obtain their boater’s license. The class will be 5-6 hours and you will take the written test on site that day. For anyone born after the 1984 date, a license is required to operate any water craft. If you pass the test, there is a $15 fee to receive your license from the MO license bureau. Please contact Gaye Hiller as soon as possible if you are interested.

Happy Birthday to You: Oct 30-Nov 5
None this week.

Up-Coming Dates:
      Oct 29          5K Costume Walk/Run Fundraiser
      Nov 1          Parent/Teacher Conferences
      Nov 10         College Planning Night
      Nov 15         ACS Board Mtg

General Session Minutes 9/22/11

Josh Greer — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:46:00 GMT

ACS Board Meeting Minutes

Sept 22, 2011 7:00pm

Board Members Present: Jennifer Boatright, Josh Greer, Jon Church, Jim Kjar, Michal Herrington, Carlos Leon

Interested Parties: Jacinda Wassam, Terry Wassam, Sal Aquino, Cindy Rieckhoff, Debbie Church

Opening: 40 min

· Open in prayer: Michal Herrington

· Secretary’s Report

o Motion: to approve as presented

§ Jon Church

§ Second: Jim Kjar

§ Approved

· Treasurer Report: Jim Kjar

o New format

o Over budget by $626.46 this month

o Currently paying for a payroll service

§ Questioning another option

· QuickBooks

§ Jennifer Boatright: ADP offers other services other than just cutting checks

§ Josh Greer: Depending on how much savings would be involved, there is a value to having an outside party to manage this due to turn over in volunteer positions.

§ Questions on how much we currently pay the payroll service.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Discussed how the payroll services manages the payment of taxes.

§ Jim to investigate the costs of the current service vs. QuickBooks.

§ Motion: to approve as presented

· Jon Church

· Second: Josh Greer

· Approved

§ Jim Kjar: Scholarship fund

· 2 churches donating monthly

· Jon Church: 2 individuals have been approved for this year

· Jon Church: Since we have a large fund, can we redirect the funds to the debt reduction?

o Jim Kjar: The 2 donations would come close to current budget shortfall.

§ Action: Josh Greer to talk to Heartland.

§ Action: Jon Church to talk to Life Liberty.

· Principals Report: Debbie Church

o New program to partner up younger students with older students

o Parent Jobs

§ 11 jobs currently open

§ Many of the jobs can be done by anyone.

· Some are specialized jobs

§ Letters sent out this week for church attendance

§ School pictures and eye exam on October 28

§ Boater's license course November 22

§ Defensive driving class possibly April 4.

· STUCO Report: Lisa Cloud

o Tabled

· Athletic Report: Cindy Rieckhoff

o Nothing specific to present

o $8,270 cleared balance

o $966 outstanding checks (officials)

o One outstanding bill

§ line marking equipment

o Next meeting October 27 @ 6:00 PM

o Questions about a previously outstanding bill

§ Has been paid

o Discussions on how to pay for hotel rooms

§ No longer to be paid by the athletic committee up front

§ Parents must pay for the rooms themselves

§ Paula Crosier: How will this be done; namely by the players themselves

· Jennifer Boatright: The coach will still be the responsible adult to check the players into their rooms

o Discussions on MSHSAA

§ Jim Kjar: Talked to Trinity Lutheran about the process

§ Jim Kjar: Discussed the possibility of dealing with worldly issues

§ Cindy Rieckhoff: Concerned about the environment that parents from public schools will subject our students to.

§ Michal Herrington: How many games do we need to add?

· Josh Greer: We should map it out and define how far we want to drive. Find how many teams are outside of this radius.

§ Cindy Rieckhoff: We would need to hire MSHAA refs for these types of games

§ Jim Kjar to investigate becoming an MSHAA affiliate.

o Discussions on 4 game/practice limitations per week

§ Jennifer Boatright: It was not discussed about pre-season

§ Cindy Rieckhoff: Teams should have 14 practices before their first game

§ Jennifer Boatright: This would only affect volleyball because school is not in session for their preseason

§ Jon Church: This is why this was introduced because players should not be overloaded during school.

§ Cindy Rieckhoff: What about during Christmas vacation?

· Debbie Church: Should not be mandatory. Doesn't like the precedent being set.

· Cindy Rieckhoff: Then we need to make it consistent across all sports.

· Sal Aquino: As a Christian school, we would hope that we would not interfere with church youth group.

§ Paula Crosier: Thom would like to have 4 nights and a Saturday morning.

· Debbie Church: No

§ Paula Crosier: Thom is just asking for the time between volleyball and basketball. With 2 weeks between sports, and 1 of those weeks can not be mandatory, it doesn't leave much time to get a team ready.

· Jim Kjar: dates before the season would not be as bad because players would not be traveling to other schools.

· Motion: Amend guideline to allow 5 day a week of athletic activities before the first game for a maximum of three weeks.

o Debbie Church: concerned that does not talk about how soon they can start (amended the motion above).

o Paula Crosier: Provides some flexibility for the coaches. If they can't get to a practice one week, but could every day the next week.

o Jim Kjar (motion)

o Cindy Rieckhoff: Could we survey the parents and ask their opinions?

o Jennifer Boatright: Would feel better about trying it out this year and letting the coaches know that this is probationary. If the issue is pushed over the line, we will address it harshly.

o Paula Crosier: Feels we should leave it up to the families to decide if it is too much, they could contact the coach directly to discuss the schedule.

o Second: Jon Church

o Approved

· Discussions on how much we have spent on referees during tournaments.

· Terry Wassam: Why do we have so much money in the athletic fund?

o Jim Kjar: Because we have received athletic fees, but expenses will trickle out throughout the year.

· Josh Greer: Did we or did we not make money on previous volleyball tournaments?

o Jim Kjar: "we have never made a profit at volleyball tournaments"

o Cindy Rieckhoff: we don't have the records to support otherwise.

o Estimated $700 cost for the referees at the last tournament.

Open Discussion: 30 min

· Caterer for the fund raising dinner: Michal Herrington

o Read a proposal to hire "Table of 5" (Lisa Dover)

§ Has quoted $8.00 per person

§ Would have to pay for servers

o Josh Greer : Do we have time to request corporate donations now before we make the decision to hire a caterer.

§ Michal Herrington: Many donations come in afterward so this would not be feasible

o Terry Wassam: In the past, it cost approximately $100 for pizza to feed the workers and the baby sitters, and the kids in the child care

§ Paula Crosier: Why are we feeding the kids in the child care?

· Cindy Rieckhoff: As a courtesy.

o Motion: to approve the caterer as presented by Michal using the cost adjustment ($8.50 per person), $2,337.50

§ Jon Church

§ Josh Greer: What is the alternative?

· Michal Herrington: There isn't one

§ Jim Kjar: Can we clarify the final number?

· Jennifer Boatright: Not with the kids

· Carlos Leon: Can we ask for a cost break

§ Second: Jim Kjar

§ Approved

o Terry Wassam: Will volunteer to take care of the meal for the servers.

§ Would need 4 adults to take care of the little kids.

§ Will pay for the meal for the servers

· The board appreciates this offer.

o Michal Herrington: Are we still wanting this to be a fund raiser for computers?

§ Debbie Church: We really need the upgrade. Teachers are planning on things that are not working.

§ Discussion on upgrading computers

§ Josh Greer: Recommends against upgrading computers. We need to buy new devices with the newer software.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Feels the corporate sponsors will donate more if they know what the need is.

Old Business: 40 min

· Town Hall meeting-how did it go?

o Jon Church: Was pleased to see the turnout

o Jon Church: 6 families missing

o Jim Kjar: Did anyone come to the latest academic committee meeting.

§ Debbie Church: No

o Michal Herrington: Felt the evening was calm

o Jennifer Boatright: Was nice to get everyone together to discuss common issues

o Jon Church: Was nice to begin and end on prayer.

o Jennifer Boatright: Do we want to do this every year? Possibly even just a prayer meeting.

§ Josh Greer: Recommends against a town hall every year. Diminishes the importance if it is done every year.

· IRS update

o Jon Church to contact the IRS for further information.

o Discussions on the need to close this issue out before the fund-raiser

o Carlos Leon: recommends exporting the data in the financial software to send to his brother for the annual audit.

New Business: 40 min

· Nothing reported

Next meeting: October 24 @ 6:30

Adjourn:
Motion to adjourn

Josh Greer
Second: Jon Church
Approved

October 21, 2011

Debbie Church — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 15:21:00 GMT

Greetings, ACS!

         Are you a trader? This was a question put to us this week at chapel by Mrs. Kjar. I found it quite interesting to consider; am I willing to trade my “me” attitude for Christ? Are we willing to sacrifice all to serve Christ wherever we find ourselves? This year’s focus in chapel is learning to serve Christ as a missionary in all situations. Our key verse is Isaiah 64:8, “Yet, O LORD, you are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.” What a wonderful concept for us all to live by! We invite you to attend a chapel service whenever possible!
      Congratulations to our junior high girls’ volleyball team! They finished their season play undefeated with their only loss in their tournament! Our junior high co-ed soccer team and junior varsity girls’ volleyball team also finished the season well. Please remember our varsity soccer and volleyball teams as they are in Springfield for the National Home School Tournament. Finally, our fall sports awards night is Tuesday, October 25. We invite everyone to join us as we recognize our fall sports athletes!
         Finally, I want to remind everyone of a couple of up-coming events. Don’t forget the 5K Costume Walk/Run Fundraiser on Saturday, October 29. It’s not too late to participate. Also, our fundraising dinner is just 2 weeks away. Be checking your red folders as more information will be forthcoming. Thank you!!

Parent/Teacher Conferences – Tuesday, November 1st, 6 pm - Please mark your calendars for this very important night! It is a wonderful opportunity to see how your child is doing in class and to get to know your Applewood teachers better!

Costa Rica Mission Trip – We would like your feedback! The Costa Rica Mission Trip is considering a fundraiser similar to the Cupid’s Ball which is held in Sedalia every February. It would be a Father/Daughter dance for daughters of all ages. Is this something you would consider supporting? Please send all comments/questions to Paula Crosier at crosierclan@msn.com.

Happy Birthday to You: October 22-29
Students: Brady Herrington, Luke VonGretzinger

Up-Coming Dates:
      Oct 24       ACS Board Mtg.
     Oct 25      Fall Sports Awards
      Oct 27      Athletic Committee Mtg.
      Oct 28      Picture Day/ Eye Exam
     Oct 29      5K Costume Walk/Run Fundraiser
      Nov 1       Parent/Teacher Conferences

October 14, 2011

Debbie Church — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:30:00 GMT

Hello ACS,
We are just 3 weeks away from our Annual Fundraiser dinner. I encourage each family to be prayerfully seeking and asking their guests to attend. Each family’s guest list is due Friday, October 21, in order to have an accurate count for the caterer. The funds we raise this year will be going to purchase new computers for our school. We have some very lofty goals depending on the funds raised. Not only are we hoping to improve what is available in the ROC for the office and grades 5-12, but we are also looking into getting equipment for the elementary school!
Today is the deadline to register early for the 5K Costume Walk/Run Fundraiser benefitting the Costa Rica Mission Trip. Your child should have received a registration form in their red folder on Wednesday. I encourage everyone to try and participate; it should be a fun event for the entire family.

Costa Rica Mission Trip – We would like your feedback! The Costa Rica Mission Trip is considering a fundraiser similar to the Cupid’s Ball which is held in Sedalia every February. It would be a Father/Daughter dance for daughters of all ages. Is this something you would consider supporting? Please send all comments/questions to Paula Crosier at crosierclan@msn.com.

Student Council Shirts – The student council has a few older design t-shirts for sale at a reduced price. There is 1 red long sleeve tee - youth size L – which is last year’s design. Also, there are 2 white XL short sleeve adult tees with a design from 3-4 years ago. The price is $3, first come, first serve. Contact Lisa Cloud if you’re interested. A new design is in the works and will be available soon.

Relay for Life Corn Maze – Jester’s, south of Lincoln, will be having 2 corn mazes beginning this weekend and going thru the month of October. This is a Relay for Life corn maze and part of the ticket price will be sent to the American Cancer Society. Also, our 8th grade families will be working these mazes to raise funds for Boston. Hours are Saturday, 1-6 pm, and Sunday, 2-5 pm. Cost is $8 for 1 maze or $10 for an all day pass to both. Also, each corn maze ticket will receive a free game of bowling with shoes.

Picture Day - Friday, October 28. Siblings are welcome to come early that day and also get pictures taken; forms will be sent home a few weeks before. We will also be having eye exams given that day by Dr. John Drenon. This is for all students who are not athletes as they receive eye exams the night of their sports physicals.

Happy Birthday to You: October 15-22
Students: Alexandria Luvin

Up-Coming Dates:
       Oct 24          ACS Board Mtg.
       Oct 25          Fall Sports Awards
      Oct 27         Athletic Committee Mtg.
     Oct 28          Picture Day/ Eye Exam

General Session Minutes 8/22/11

Josh Greer — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 18:07:00 GMT

ACS Board Meeting Minutes

Aug 22, 2011 6:30pm

Board Present: Jennifer Boatright, Michal Herrington, Josh Greer, Jon Church, Jim Kjar, Adam Cormican, Carlos Leon

Interested Parties: Jacinda Wassam, Terry Wassam, Carie Aquino, Sal Aquino, Gaye Hiller, Debbie Church, Pam Breid, Pam Young, Jane Guthrie, Thom Crosier, Paula Crosier, Allen Sims

Opening: 40 min

· Open in prayer: Adam Cormican

· New Teacher Introduction

o Pam Breid: Kindergarten

§ Gave testimony

· Saved at a young age

o Jane Guthrie: Fourth grade

§ Discussed teaching methods

§ Gave testimony

· Saved at age 14

o Allen Sims: Boys Bible

§ Gave testimony

· Saved at around age 32 (October of 2000)

· Secretary’s Report: Josh Greer

o Grammatical changes

o Content: Walmart script card .10 discount pertains only to gas purchases.

o Motion to accept with changes

§ Jon Church

§ Second: Michal Herrington

§ Approved

· Treasurer Report: Jon Church and Jim Kjar

o $7000 in book expenses

o Accountant has requested forms (related to the annual audit).

§ All but one has been submitted.

o IRS Letter (written by Jon Church)

§ Sent copy of all correspondence.

§ Receipt June 7, 2010 (certified letter sent to IRS previously)

§ Jennifer Boatright: explained the process we have gone through thus far.

§ Jon Church: Worst case, we will be required to pay $850 and re-file to reclaim our tax exempt status.

o Jim Kjar: Questions about expenses

§ $1440 per student

§ 84 Students

· $650 less in rent

§ Current deficit is approximately $10,000

§ Salaries: adjustments unknown at this time.

· Combining classes (one less teacher, 6th grade)

o Jon Church: the cost of a full time teacher is $5600

o Motion to approve

§ Adam Cormcian

§ Second: Michal Herrington

· Approved

· Principals Report: Debbie Church & Gaye Hiller

o Roster Losses

§ Lansing, Bussey, Desmond

o Potential new candidates

§ Possible new senior

· Paula Crosier: I thought we tried to avoid first year ACS seniors.

o Jennifer Boatright: We try to, and that is why it is still in question.

o Teachers still needed

§ 5th grade Bible

§ Music k-4th

§ Jim Kjar: Are new teachers already budgeted?

· Debbie Church: Yes

Open Discussion: 30 min

· Michal Herrington: Verifying church attendance.

o Created some forms to be used.

o One form to be completed by the family, then a form will be sent to their pastor from the information they filled out.

o Terry Wassam: What will we do if the pastor does not respond?

§ Michal Herrington: Phone calls will then take place.

§ Jennifer Boatright: We should populate the second form with as much information as possible (i.e., the family name)

§ Jon Church: Suggests sending a self addressed stamped envelope.

Old Business: 40 min

· THANK YOU MR. WASSAM-SIGN LOOKS GREAT!!

· Town Hall meeting-

o Agenda items

§ Summer reading program

· Jim Kjar: Has this been discussed by the academic committee?

· Pam Young: Yes.

o We are more lenient this year based on previous years.

o This year, we gave a more extensive list and did not require a report.

o Leaving it to the integrity of the parents to ensure the students complete the summer reading program.

o Concerned that we have a very short amount of time to accomplish the work that needs to be done.

o Most students will not read whole pieces of literature in the school year.

o Not happy with the amount of classics that our students are reading in the school year.

o We have a very long summer break. Without challenging our students over the summer, the students fall back in their reading.

o If we are going to say that we are academically challenging, then we need to ask them to go above and beyond.

o Checked other Christian schools and they require summer reading programs as well.

o A pilot group (third grade) will be taking place this year with new curriculum: "My Father's World". Offers more literature.

§ May be a better curriculum for our school.

§ If we do a switch in curriculum, we may end the summer reading program.

o Jennifer Boatright: Since there is no way to monitor the program, what if we give them the list during the school year.

§ Pam Young: It wouldn't help keeping them sharp during the summer.

§ Jennifer Boatright: But if they are only "half doing it" now it is beside the point.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Have we talked about adding it to the honors program?

§ Pam Young: Waiting to see the response during the town hall.

§ Carie Aquino: If it is added to the honors program, will it change the requirements to complete the task?

· Jennifer Boatright: It will require a report.

· Carie Aquino: Who will be checking this?

· Pam Young: It will be part of the English program. Possibly assigning a teacher to a student to follow them through the high school years

· Paula Crosier: Possibly tracked by the academic committee.

· Jim Kjar: Is it possible to require 2 books starting in September, and then require additional books for the honors program?

· Pam Young: Parents already complain that there is too much during the school year. Requiring it during the school year may add too much.

· Debbie Church: Some classes do have full novels assigned. That fact that they never read novels is a misnomer.

· Paula Crosier: But it doesn't match what is required in public school.

§ Pam Young: Parent involvement

· We lost a significant number of families last year that contained a lot of jobs.

· The parents that are coming in are just doing the minimum 3 points.

· What we are seeing right now is that we have more points that need to be filled.

· Families need to be reminded that this is not the kind of school to drop your kids off and drive away.

· If we don't have volunteers we are going to have to hire people or let some programs go.

· We need to discuss why families need to be involved and how we need to better fill open positions.

· Jim Kjar: Reiterated that this is a home school cooperative not a public school and therefore requires more volunteer work.

· Pam Young: Suggests that we charge people a large sum up front and refund more money when they do work.

o Jon Church: Concerned that we would let people be a part of the school that are not going to help (buying out of work).

o Jim Kjar: This is part of what we just mentioned; it needs to be a mind change to make people want to work for the school.

o Paula Crosier: It's not ideal, but the success of ACS requires the involvement. If families are not "held to the fire", everyone suffers.

o Jennifer Boatright: We need to find our gaps and call parents that are low on points to fill these gaps.

o Debbie Church: This is what we did last year and it is working well. We have more volunteers than we have ever had.

o Jennifer Boatright: Talked about the parents of younger students don't have visibility to the needs and this helps them get plugged in.

o Michal Herrington: There were several things last year that went unfilled.

o Michal Herrington: Why did we not raise the point requirement?

o Terry Wassam: Because there were not enough jobs.

o Paula Crosier: But we could come up with plenty of things to do.

o Thom Crosier: One of the things that needs to be stressed to families that are not involved, a pillar of ACS is parent involvement. If you are not involved, you are not filling an obligation to your children, school, and to the ministry. Doesn't feel that people understand the obligation that people have to the school to utilize their gifts.

§ It is our job to point out that it doesn't require large amounts of skill to complete some task.

§ People look more to the points and not the need to give.

o Paula Crosier: This is what sets ACS apart

§ The reason why the Crosiers are here, because there was a need to fill.

§ Did not have to come here. They were successfully homeschooling their children.

§ Felt called to come to the school and use their gifts.

§ Without people accepting this call, the school will not be successful.

§ We are filling a niche.

· It is cheaper at public school.

· More academically challenged at Sacred Heart.

§ Pam Young: We are the only Christian school left in the area.

· Doesn’t count Sacred Heart as a Christian school.

§ Gaye Hiller: When ACS started, people came here because they were led to come here. Lately we are petitioning families to come and they are not necessarily led to be here.

· We recently started trying to increase our numbers (i.e.: when the fundraiser began), this is when this mindset began to change.

· Pam Young: That should be handled during the acceptance interview.

o We need families that want the school to grow.

· Michal Herrington: You can't tell during the interview phase how involved a family will be.

§ Debbie Church: Looking at the list she sees that parents of the young students will be involved in years to come.

§ Paula Crosier: Finds it unfathomable that more families are not represented at board meetings.

· Paula Crosier: Feels that we need to make it a requirement for a family to come to a board meeting.

· Sal Aquino: Feels that people shouldn't complain (gave the example of the summer reading program) if they don't come to a board meeting.

· Carie Aquino: Feels that the reason some people are not coming to board meetings is based on their personality. Feels that some people may not want to be exposed to the things that happen at board meetings.

§ Budget

· Jim Kjar: Income has gone down, but so have expenses.

· Paula Crosier: But we cannot count on this every year. We must be able to pay for 13 teachers every year.

§ Jennifer Boatright: As we go back to focusing on home school cooperative apposed to a public school, some of these things will fall into place.

§ Gaye Hiller: Suggests adding the parental involvement as an annual requirement just to remind parents of the need for their involvement.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Do we know how many people will be in attendance?

· Jennifer Boatright: A one call needs to go out tomorrow telling families that they need to be there; parents only.

o Attendance should be taken.

· Discipline/bullying procedure-Adam Cormican

o Adam Cormican: Most of our documentation already covered bullying. Some verbiage was changed just to add specific details on bullying.

o Adam Cormican: Outlined the changes.

o Adam Cormican: Defined bullying.

o Thom Crosier: How are you going to define “undo distress”.

§ Michal Herrington: Last meeting, we kept going back to a pattern.

§ Pam Young: Are we talking about one person not getting invited to a birthday party?

· No

§ Discussions on "not allowed" and "strongly discouraged" regarding excluding students.

· Paula Crosier: If you have a student that is not a people-person and does not talk to other people, then that is a pattern.

· Adam Cormican: If people are purposely ignoring others, it needs to be addressed. This is a Christian school, not a public school.

· Paula Crosier: Feels that this is too subjective.

· Jennifer Boatright: It is subjective; the perception of bullying is very subjective, but something has to be done.

o We have to start somewhere, because it is a repeated subject during recent board meetings.

· Gaye Hiller: We all have different personalities which will lead to properly defining a pattern when the events occur.

· Jennifer Boatright: The procedures can always be morphed, but it has to start somewhere.

· Michal Herrington: We need to set the bar high.

· Paula Crosier: If we do this, the parents need to be involved when their kids are addressed.

· Michal Herrington: That is a decision for the administration.

· Jennifer Boatright: "The perception of disrespect is disrespect whether it is intended or not". Does not feel that parents always need to be involved.

· Paula Crosier: “But I do". Parents need to be involved since it is a change that must happen at home.

· Debbie Church: Does not feel that things will change too much. Parents will eventually be involved. There may not be enough time to get parents involved in the beginning of an issue.

· Paula Crosier: But if it is a pattern, then it does not have to be addressed immediately.

· Adam Cormican: Do you (Paula) feel that a student is going to come to the administration to say that someone is not talking to them.

o Paula Crosier: Yes, it has happened this year to one of her children.

o Jenifer Boatright: Then you have to trust your administrators to pick up on these things and weed them out.

§ We are not out to ostracize students, but rather encourage them to be more Christ-like.

§ We need to give them some expectations.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Has deep trust in our administration to properly deal with these issues.

o Paula Crosier: Perhaps this is something that could be discussed by the Crosiers to the board in executive session.

§ Various items cleaned up to clarify the verbiage.

· Jennifer Boatright: we need to vote on these changes.

· Jim Kjar: We should table the vote to executive session until after we talk with the crosiers.

· IRS update

o Discussed during the treasurers report.

New Business: 40 min

· Aflac

o People met with Jennifer Boatright

o Can provide insurance options to our teachers that can be pre-tax incentives.

o Would be a benefit that we could offer.

o Josh Greer: But if we offer insurance, dependant coverage will most likely be dropped by the spouses insurance.

§ Thom Crosier: At Hayes Lemmerz, it is a certain dollar amount or above. Perhaps different companies have different policies.

o Carlos Leon: This is all supplemental insurance and will not help anyone.

o Paula Crosier: Do they setup flex spending?

§ Carlos Leon: No.

o Motion: We do not discuss Aflac due to the conflict in spousal insurance. If they want to leave a business card for the teachers, they can contact Aflac directly.

§ Jim Kjar

§ Second: Jon Church

§ Approved

· Feathers in hair

o Debbie Church: New style. Parents asking if it will be allowed.

o Michal Herrington: Does not find them distracting.

o Jacinda Wassam: Finds them distracting. Has had a kid be sent home for coloring their hair. This is no different.

o Adam Cormican: It is no different than a bow in the hair.

o Debbie Church: Similar to a streak in hair. Subjective and up to the board.

o Jim Kjar: How different is this than a bow?

o Sal Aquino: What was the decision on the streak in the hair last year?

§ it was declined

o Jennifer Boatright: You can get these any way you want and some may be distracting.

o Jon Church: If we decide against them, are they hard to remove?

§ Pam: That should not matter

o Paula Crosier: We should give them notice of one month.

o Debbie Church: How is it different than a bow?

o Thom Crosier: How is it difference than coloring hair at all?

o Gaye Hiller: Asked how this came about?

§ Debbie Church: Families have come and asked if the feathers need to be removed.

§ Gaye Hiller: Should we allow them and deal with the issue when it occurs?

§ Debbie Church: But it isn't different than a streak

§ Jennifer Boatright: If we find that they are a distraction, they should be removed at that time.

§ Pam Young: Discussed what is required of the administration and the fact that it is subjective.

§ Debbie Church: we need consistency

· Motion: To not allow feather as of October 7th

o Jon Church

o Various discussion

§ Josh Greer: Doesn't know how to vote. We need to be consistent, but we are also being too legalistic.

§ Paula Crosier: The Administration has enough to deal with regarding the length of shorts.

§ Jennifer Boatright: If we do not have a second, we need a new motion to allow it.

§ Thom Crosier: No we don't.

§ Jim Kjar: Unless someone has complained about it being a distraction, we should not have to deal with it.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Our dress code policy talks about items worn in a worldly manner.

§ Jennifer Boatright: Motion dropped due to no second offered.

§ Jim Kjar: If we have someone complain that it is a distraction, it should be addressed at that time.

§ Carie Aquino: But then it is a problem that this issue will be addressed without being decided in advance.

· Discussed a past issue regarding hair color that was not allowed.

· The family was upset with how it was dealt with.

· Did not come to the board. Was dealt with one on one in the parking lot with Jennifer Boatright.

· Jennifer Boatright: They did not feel that the family was upset at the time. They asked her opinion and she mentioned that it would not be allowed based on the dress code.

· Board family assignments

o Josh Greer: Recommends that we discuss in executive session to save time in general session

· Athletic Director (AD)

o Jennifer Boatright: Spoken with Bill Lansing about his future as AD after discovering that his students will not be attending ACS.

§ Via email, mentioned that he will not "leave the school high and dry"

§ Will stay on as AD unless there is someone interested in taking on the job.

§ Have not heard any further details.

o There was supposed to be an athletic committee report this month.

§ Asked that it be pushed out until next month since he has not been able to meet with Jim Kjar due to the State Fair.

o Adam Cormican: Bill Lansing mentioned that perhaps Sal Aquino could take over the position at the beginning of the year.

§ Sal Aquino: Has not agreed to this. Would offer to help but doesn't want to take on the job due to his full time job.

§ Sal Aquino: It is his opinion that the ball has been dropped many times in the athletic committee and it is sad.

· Should not only have a meeting every three months.

§ Paula Crosier: Feels that the committee is too large and should be broken up.

· Jennifer Boatright: Perhaps the parameters can be outlined by the board and let the coaches schedule their events; with final approval by the AD.

· Terry Wassam: Talked about how this could lead to schedule conflicts.

· Sal Aquino: We have games coming up, do we have referees?

o Gaye Hiller: Has sent a text to Bill Lansing, but has not been responded to.

o Paula Crosier: This is a reoccurring issue.

o Adam Cormican: The junior high soccer coach has not gotten any response about a roster or dates of games.

· Jennifer Boatright: Would we have a problem with a female doing it?

o No

o Jennifer: Cindy Reickhoff would make a great AD

§ Jacinda Wassam: Has asked her, but she does not appear to be interested.

· Thom Crosier: Feels compelled to comment on the matter.

o Bill has done a much better job getting things set this year based on previous year. Guys and girls basketball schedules are done. The issue lies with officials.

o We need to know who he has booked and who he does not.

o We need to have backups because referees will cancel at the last minute.

o We need to schedule basketball officials right now.

o We could also get some more junior high soccer games scheduled.

o We need contact numbers from Bill Lansing right now to drum up games and referees.

o Jon Church: Could coaches take care of the referee situation if they had a list.

o Thom Crosier: Don't count on anything more being done by Bill Lansing this year.

· Sal Aquino: Will contact Bill Lansing and see what information we can get. Would like to help out, but does not want to run it.

o Pam Young: Would Sal be interested in interviewing candidates?

· Sal Aquino: We need to know who has been scheduled to officiate and has not.

· Thom Crosier: At some point it needs to be discussed that this position be paid position.

o Jennifer Boatright: But the school is not about sports.

o Jon Church: Fees could be increased and paid by the athletic committee.

· Jim Kjar: Is currently balancing the check book, but Bill still has the checkbook in his position.

Next meeting:

September 26th @ 6:30 PM

Adjourn:

Motion: to adjourn

Josh Greer
Second: Jon Church
Approved

volleyball

Kathy Greer — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 17:15:00 GMT

volleyball tryouts for club will be held before school on Friday November 11