Treasurer’s Report

Checking: $12,581.76
Savings: $280.85
PayPal: $924.91
Cash: $1,207.35
Venmo: $4
Total: $14,994.87

Pending checks: $526.91
Adjusted Total: $14,467.96

Student Enrichment

Maureen (4th Grade)

• Estimated cost: $300 for 4th grade students to visit LC Bates Museum in the spring.
• The trip aligns with their social studies curriculum, specifically the Native American program.

Ranae Bray (1st Grade)

• Upcoming nature initiative aimed at connecting students with outdoor learning opportunities.
• Details on cost and specific needs are currently unavailable.
• Plan to provide K-5 students with journals for the initiative.
• Voting on funding will take place via email.

Spring Teacher Grants

• $50 per classroom teacher for spring grants.
• Distribution will take place during Teacher Appreciation Week.
• Total Grants: 39 (28 at GJM, 11 at Albert Hall).
• Final decision: Increase grant amount to $65 per teacher after discussion.
• Sarah Staffiere will oversee the distribution of funds.

Teacher Appreciation Coffee Bar:

• Starbucks: Providing boxed coffee, creamer, sugar, sugar alternatives, cups, lids, tea, and hot water.
• Selah Tea: Preferred vendor; however, they have not responded to emails.
• Event Schedule:
  • May 6 (Tuesday) at George J. Mitchell
  • May 8 (Thursday) at Albert Hall
• Setup at 7:15 AM, event starts at 7:30 AM.
• Volunteers: Sarah, Carrie, Jessie, and Sarah.
• Hillman’s Bakery (Fairfield) offered the best price on pastries and donuts in previous years.
• Erica Morrison will continue reaching out to Selah Tea.

Fundraisers

Bingo Night:

• Attendance: ~200 people.
• Setup: 10-12 tables.
• Revenue: $589.60 in cash.
• Next Steps: Purchase additional bingo markers.
• Huge thanks to all volunteers!

Skate Into Summer:

• Date: May 15, 6-8 PM.
• Offerings: Candy, snacks, beverages.
• Venue: Sunbeam Roller Rink (Smithfield) – Thank you!
• New Addition: “Bring Your Own Skates” option to help with rental shortages and long lines.

Community Carnival:

• Date: Saturday, June 7, 11 AM – 2 PM.
• Pre-sales will be available.
• Confirmed Collaborations:
  • Educare (loaning games)
  • Fire Department, Police Department
  • Waterville Creates, Waterville Library, Mayor’s Office
• Prizes: Carrie has secured exciting prizes.
• To-Do List:
  • Check stock of popcorn.
  • Purchase face paint.
• Discovery Museum: Charging $25/hour; we may opt out to maintain fundraising margins.
• Food Vendor:
  • Rita’s Food Truck – Sarah LeVan to confirm.
  • She will also obtain a new check from last year’s carnival (previous check was not cashed).
• Entertainment:
  • Toony Loony Rentals: Minions bounce house rental ($517.88).
  • High school teen clubs will be contacted for volunteers.
  • Seeking donations and additional collaborations (e.g., local radio stations).
  • Additional email blast to recruit volunteers.
• Press Coverage: Amy Caulder (newspaper) acknowledged our request.
• Volunteer Needs:
  • Ticket table: Minimum 2 volunteers.
  • Face painting: 4 volunteers ideal.

Next Meeting

Date: Thursday, April 30, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM