Sarasota Middle School

School Advisory Council—November 15, 2004

Greg Leight called the meeting to order.

Minutes of October 18, 2004, were accepted with one sentence correction. Motion was made by Gina DaMaia and seconded by Anne Frisina.

Kudos was given to The Committee of Seven members who once again worked to distribute the A+ dollars. Committee members were recognized.

Casino Night was declared a success once again. All parts of the night were thought to have been done admirably. A full report of the results will be requested for presentation at our next scheduled meeting

SMS School Improvement Plan was accepted without changes by the Sarasota County School Board. Copies of the approved plan were distributed to attending SAC members.

State Equity Law booklets were distributed to members. There is a requirement that staff, students, and parents be informed of their rights. Staff has been trained and booklets have been distributed to students (with the intent that the booklets have been taken home.)

PLC Tuesday and PLC Thursday updates were presented.

There was a brief discussion about tutoring & mentoring and how parent volunteers could help SMS.

Turkey Grams are currently being sold with the proceeds to benefit the All Faiths Food Band and the Mayor’s program to “Feed the Hungry.”

Some SAC terms are ending as we get ready to enter our “SAC year” which runs from January to January. The school newsletter will contain a nomination form for representatives from the PTSO.

Motion was made to adjourn by Gina DaMaia and seconded by Dabney Pelegrin.

Meeting adjourned.

Respectfully submitted,

Danyne Robins