Treasurer Report: Lynn M. reported $2871.16 in CPO checking and $3544.00 in CPO savings. She also reported that some additional donations toward the 8th grade party had been received as well as funds fromTarget, Albertson’ s and the Boxtops program.

Chair Reports: Carol K. reported that the Book Fair was a big success with sales at $2271.00. CPO will receive $567.00 of profits and over $400.00 will go toward book credits and vouchers. A big “Thanks!” to Carol Kamke and Angela Crystal for all their hard work in this effort and to all who volunteered to help at the Book Fair.  Heather W. reported on Cookie Dough fundraiser. CPO will receive over $2500.00 from the sales. “Thank-you!” to Heather for all her efforts to make it such a success for Cheldelin.  Susie Z. reported on restaurant fundraisers. The Qdoba fundraiser on Mar. 15th had a light turnout with Cheldelin receiving $69.00 in sales. Woodstock’ s Pizza will be holding a fundraiser for Cheldelin on Tuesday, April 22nd throughout the day, donating 50% of sales in which customers mention Cheldelin. Families are encouraged to attend. Laura K. reported that Michelle Tagaban continues to process boxtops, labels and used ink cartridges so keep them coming.

CPO By-laws: Susie Z. circulated copies of updated by-laws for review by CPO. Following the review, final revisions will be made and a vote to approve the by-laws will take place at May’ s CPO meeting.

Principal Report: Dawn G. reported on the following: Surveys of staff and parents on budget priorities found maintaining lower class sizes to be of most importance followed by academic interventions. Parents rated educational enrichment and counseling equally, as the third highest priority while staff rated both technology and counseling as third highest.  Student survey results found positive school-wide events and maintenance of school grounds to be their top priorities for spending.  She announced that next year’s changes would include: addition of a half-time counselor position, an Alternative Education program at Cheldelin, one additional section at each grade level to maintain class sizes, and three periods of Math intervention classes.

Dawn talked about the school-wide goals of increasing attendance and positive student behavior. School attendance is its highest in six years (almost 95%) and student referrals are down 40% from last year. In addition, Cheldelin’s curriculum on bullying and harassment has continued to increase student awareness and communication around these issues.

A school-wide assembly will take place April 28th at 9:49 in the gym. Parents are welcome. Camfel Productions will offer a multimedia presentation promoting student self-leadership and positive choices.

Russ Sanders, Assistant Principal, has officially resigned his position in order to pursue other career goals in the education field. The process to find a new Assistant Principal will begin in April.

New club opportunities for students include a Diversity Club and Environmental Club. Also, interested parents will be asked to help with the creation of a Chess Club.

Cougar Spirit Night: The event was well attended. Great food and family fun! Parents also had opportunities to discuss next year’ s budget with the principal and give input on CPO spending. Thanks to all who helped with this fun event!

CPO Evening Meeting: CPO will be scheduling an evening meeting in May so that more parents might have the opportunity to attend. Look for date and time in the weekly Cheldelin News.