Below are the main points from this update meeting. To view this Facebook live update meeting you can go to https://www.facebook.com/kyharmonypta/live/
Recording Secretary, Holly Wood
- The minutes from our March 10, 2020 meeting are available online. Approval of these must be held at next in-person meeting
- Minutes will be taken from tonight and posted to the website as well. This video will also remain on our Facebook page.
- These will also reviewed at the next in-person meeting
A Message from our Principal, Sue Hackmiller
I would like to encourage parents and families to refer to the Harmony NTI Family Hub for any and all updates. Community events are posted there in an effort to help us stay connected.
Parade: We had planned a parade through our resident area. Unfortunately, as we were planning we were told that we could not host any parades or opportunities to have folks out because it encouraged students and families to disregard the social distancing guidelines. Our Governor wants all of us to be healthy at home and to forfeit any activities that are non essential. Therefore we will not be hosting a parade of any kind at this time.
Online registration is up and running. All existing families must register for next year. All new families should follow the directions on our website so that they can begin the registration process. We are not accepting any paper documents at this time. When we are able to be together we will define a time to come in to the school and finish the registration process. In the meantime, families can be sure to gather all of the required documents so that they are completely prepared.
5th grade completion: We have not made any decisions regarding this ceremony. What we do know though is that we are committed to hosting some sort of completion ceremony and celebration whether that be at the conclusion of this year or the beginning of next. It all depends on the current circumstances.
Ms. Hackmiller would like everyone to know that she is available each day if anyone needs anything. Email is the best way to connect with her.
President’s Report, Jessy Maggard
- Remaining 2020 Planning
- All spending of PTA funds is currently on hold. We are to pay any outstanding bills that are due or past due. At this time with school not being in regular session we’ve been asked by the state to hold off on any spending for the remainder of the time that the students are not in the building.
- Our Spring Event, formerly Mother/Son event, which was to be held in April has been canceled.
- For our 5th Grade celebrations we will work with Harmony administrative staff and their decision of the 5th Grade Completion Ceremony to see how we can contribute/celebrate. While there likely will not be a picnic this year, as that is often held in late April, we will work to still try to do the 5th grade t-shirts. Please note that all of this depends on what happens in the days ahead.
- Papa John’s has been very supportive this year for our monthly Dine to Donate Fundraiser nights helping us raise over $500 to date, so we will continue to support them. We will continue with our Dine to Donate Papa John’s nights for April and May. April is coming up this Thursday. And May is 5/21.
- All spending of PTA funds is currently on hold. We are to pay any outstanding bills that are due or past due. At this time with school not being in regular session we’ve been asked by the state to hold off on any spending for the remainder of the time that the students are not in the building.
- Spirit Wear
Our spring spirit wear is ready. Normally Kristen, our spirit wear chair, would’ve picked the items up and distributed them at school. Please review our Spring Newsletter for options. - Supply Kits
- To order a kit, go to http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/kits.php?sid=42569 and purchase the kit for the grade your child(ren) will be in next year.
- To buy your own supplies, you can find the supply lists here on our website .
- SBDM Nominations and Election
- This year, there are two options for submitting your nomination form. You may print off the form, complete it, scan it and email it to me at pta.president.hes@gmail.com or you can complete this online Google form. You can find the form at our website under the About PTA Menu. https://forms.gle/1Q2iAPBZ75ypZS1y6
Either option you choose, forms are due by 8:30 p.m. (EST) on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. - I will compile all nominee statements and send those out by Friday, April 24th.
- The online election will begin Monday, April 27th and end on Wednesday, April 29th at 8:30pm. This will be conducted as a Google form as well.
If you will have a child enrolled at Harmony next year, you are eligible to vote in this election. (This includes parents, step-parents, and foster parents.) Every parent/guardian gets 1 (one) vote (same as always), even if they have multiple children in the school. If a parent/guardian votes more than once the last vote is the only vote that will be counted.I urge every parent to participate in this important decision about the future of our children’s school.
Results will be announced on Thursday. April 30, 2020.
- This year, there are two options for submitting your nomination form. You may print off the form, complete it, scan it and email it to me at pta.president.hes@gmail.com or you can complete this online Google form. You can find the form at our website under the About PTA Menu. https://forms.gle/1Q2iAPBZ75ypZS1y6
- Reimbursements
- This is a reminder to all room parents and committee chairs. Please turn in your reimbursements to Becky as soon as possible.
- Go to our website, click on the Forms menu, download the Reimbursement form. You can print the form and fill it in then scan or take a photo of it, or complete it electronically.
- Email the completed form to Becky at pta.treasurer.hes@gmail.com along with scans/photos of your full receipts. Please keep all the originals should we need them later!
- This is a reminder to all room parents and committee chairs. Please turn in your reimbursements to Becky as soon as possible.
- 2020-21 Executive Board
- Our nomination committee worked hard during the winter months reaching out to Harmony parents to fill next year’s executive board. For us to have an operating PTA in good standing we must have a President, Treasurer and Secretary. I am happy to announce we have all 3 thanks to some amazing volunteers! For next year..
The role of PTA President will be held by Kristin Rutledge.
The role of Treasurer will be held by Amy Keller
The role of Secretary will be held by Brittany McKenna
There are 4 more positions that complete the executive board. And we have 3 of those filled at this time.
Financial Secretary, Marianne Bezuidenhout (Be-zy-den-hout)
VP Membership, Ashley Smith
VP Husky Hustle, Co-Chaired by Amanda Besore and Julie Bucalos
VP Programs, Open
In addition to our executive board there are many chairperson roles that make up our PTA. Information will be coming out soon on those roles and how to sign up if you are interested.
- Our nomination committee worked hard during the winter months reaching out to Harmony parents to fill next year’s executive board. For us to have an operating PTA in good standing we must have a President, Treasurer and Secretary. I am happy to announce we have all 3 thanks to some amazing volunteers! For next year..
Treasurer’s Report, Becky French
- April Budget Report & 2020-21 Draft Budget
- Both of these can be found here. If there are any questions, please contact Becky. Approval vote for the 2020-21 Budget will be done at next in-person meeting
Announcements/Upcoming Events
- Yearbooks – While PTA is not compiling the yearbook this year, we wanted to let you know they are still for sale! Order today at https://harmony.picaboo.com/ Questions about the yearbook? Contact Mrs. Shoup at theresa.shoup@oldham.kyschools.us
- Papa John’s Harmony Night, Thursday April 16th (This Thursday)
- Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8th. Our hospitality committee is working on a plan should this need to be done virtually.
- Next PTA Meeting, Tuesday May 12, 2020 at TBD
Thank you to everyone for your support this year! It’s been an honor being a part of such a wonderful community. We will get through this together. Stay well, stay safe and be healthy at home. Thanks for joining me and good night!