Attendees

THERE WERE 16 MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE

Agenda

1. Call to Order & Roll-Call

2. Minutes

Executive Committee Officers: The initial Executive Committee was compiled by NCCA’s School Board. M DeSheilds made a motion to approve the officers assigned by the board; S Ragsdale seconded the motion. Motion was accepted.
PAWSS Focus Scripture Verse: It was proposed that 1 Peter 4:10 be the Focus Verse for PAWSS and all decisions made through our organization. T Lovins made a motion to approve the focus verse; R Blalock seconded the motion. Motion was accepted.
PAWSS Bylaws: The Bylaws of PAWSS was presented to all members. T Lovins made a motion to approve them; S Frazier seconded the motion. Motion was accepted.

3. Officers’ Reports

President’s Report, given by Jennifer Wheat: Executive Committee met to establish their individual strengths and abilities among themselves.. Met with teachers during a faculty meeting to hear their thoughts and brainstorming ideas. Our focus is on supporting the school and partnering with all those involved..
Vice President’s Report, given by Brandy Lawrence: Did not have a report
Treasurer's Report, given by Whitney Egner: No money came out; and no money going out. We are in need of money and open to any suggestions that we can gain some financial support. We have PayPal and can take a check.
Secretary’s Report, given by Christina Clark: Did not have a report.

6. Old Business

Executive Committee Officers: The floor was opened. A “Thank you” was made by S. Ragsdale regarding the work done by the Executive Committee Officers.
PAWSS Focus Scripture Verse: The floor was opened. No questions or comments.
PAWSS Bylaws: The floor was opened. No questions or comments.

7. New Business

Sub-Committees: PAWSS would like to have the authority to form sub-committees that would be small groups of volunteers to oversee various volunteer opportunities. The committees would be appointed by the EC based on areas of interest that members would like to be involved in and characteristics that individuals hold. These will become formal next year and will serve for two years; but we know that we need some of these sub-committees to begin this year and lay the framework during this school year.

Teacher Encouragement and Support: Brandy Lawrence presented this committee. She will be the EC member in charge of this committee. This is a current need and forming a committee to celebrate, bless, pray for, and encourage teachers and staff. This team is going to be made up of those gifted with encouragement and intentionality. This is an opportunity for working parents to be involved as well. Jen Wheat said that one of the main things is focusing on compiling dates, lists, etc. Motion was made to approve by K Seargant; M DeShields seconded.
Homeroom Parents Sub-Committee: Jen Wheat filled in what this will look like; but asked to table this at this moment in time. T Lovins made motion to table; J Molle seconded.
Athletic Boosters Sub-Committee: Jen Wheat will be the EC member in charge of this committee. T Lovins stated he would be very interested in being on this committee with his experience of working in concessions. This will be a form of fundraising for PAWSS. Motion was made to approve by S Ragsdale; R Blalock seconded.
Reformation Day Sub-Committee: Jen Wheat suggested that this be tabled and be presented at a later day. M DeShields motion to table; J Molle seconded.

Pie Auction: Will occur directly after Psalm Sing on November 20th. S Ragsdale makes a motion to approve involvement in pie auction; K Seargant seconded.

8. Announcements

Need more volunteers for Reformation Day on Friday.
Parent/Teacher Conference Week–PAWSS is looking at providing some meals for the teachers for this week. Sign-up sheet is available up front.
Open House on November 3rd–Families invited into our school. May have the opportunity to help serve refreshments, etc.
Veterans Day Chapel Service–Bro. Ricky sermon, refreshments, token of appreciation. We need someone who is passionate about veterans to help us.
Psalm Sing–Decorate and Pie Auction sign up sheet

9. Adjournment

The President calls for adjournment of the meeting. Motion to adjourn by M DeShields; T Lovins seconded the motion. Motion was accepted.

S Ragsdale brought up Fundraising Shirts–Get approval from the school board. The PAWSS EC will contact the board and make sure that this fundraising is aligned with school fundraising policies and then get with Joey about creating shirts.