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Eisenhower Elementary PTO Minutes
9/18/2025 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:45pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Kristin Watson, Jen Coppens, Tyler Plucinski, Paul Sleziak, Amy Laidlaw, Amanda Rolens, Brittany Curtis, Laurie Epifanio, Jamie Hammer, Judy Cichowski, Allyson Andrews, Renee Biegas & Carrie Lord
Absent: Melissa Buyikian & Jennifer Kelley
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: Adding on discussion of new 4th grade recess equipment.
Approval of minutes was presented by Jen Coppens and approved by Kristin Watson
Correspondences: Joseph Zutz sent a follow up email over the summer requesting update on the new buddy bench installation. As of today’s meeting, it was ordered it August but no shipment details yet. **UPDATE AS OF 9/23/25 IT HAS NOW SHIPPED**
Principal’s Report: Mrs. Kelley was absent at today's meeting and will discuss all updates in Octobers meeting.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: The staff wanted to give a big thanks to Mr. Rob & Ms. Erin for all the summer maintenance cleaning prior to school starting. New sensory swing for CCRR was installed. The approval of the $1600 for the new trykes / scooters at last meeting have been ordered and the cost only came out to $1045.85. 4th grade teachers have requested in PTO can purchase outside recess equipment. New outside kick balls, soccer balls, basketballs, etc & a new cart to store then on. See new business for request and approval of this purchase by PTO staff & members. No more checks provided to teachers for beginning of school year purchases – we have allocated $100 to each and every staff member and they will submit their requests to PTO for them to purchase the items. 1st grade teachers are requesting $155.80 for new math notebooks and folders for the next couple years to use. A motion was made by Tyler for $155.80 and seconded by Judy Cichowski. All were in favor and approved.
Old Business: PTO liability insurance was purchased for $566 for the school year. New bylaws were posted on Weebly in August. Parents / guardians / grandparents / staff can review on Weebly to see updated changes. Bylaws will be reviewed annually going forward. There have been updates to the terms on new PTO board members being voted in / out. There will be no more virtual meetings, only in-person. We will also be looking into free childcare to be offered during PTO meetings – Chasity will look into liability and speak with Mrs. Kelley on this. Motion was made by Tyler to approve new by laws in November meeting and seconded by Kristin. All were in favor.
New Business: Parent night w/o kids for cookie decorating class set for 10/9/2025 from 6-8pm. Cost is $10 per person and will most likely be held at Ike. A signup genius will be created for this event and will also look into childcare for this event as well. Motion was made by Chasity to approve $500 in new outdoor recess equipment for 4th graders and seconded by Tyler. All were in favor and approved.
Treasurer Report: Mrs. Kelley will be provided $6,000K on the principal line to start the school year for her purchases to be made by the PTO. If more is needed, we will review and re-vote. Adding on spring carnival line in the amount of $4500 and amending the Staff appreciation week line to $3500. Adding on the line for the $500 recess equipment purchase. As of today $6680 has been raised for the funrun. A motion was made by Tyler to approve the new school year budget of $36,241 and seconded by Kristin. All were in favor & approved.
Committee Reports: Sign up sheets have been created and will be out at every meeting for these events: Spring Carnival, Staff Appreciation Week, Santa Night & VIP Dance.
Adjournment: Poker Room sign up has gone out and in need of volunteers (10/29 – 11/1). Eagles Eat out for October will be at Red Robin on 10/21/25
Motion by Chasity True, supported by Kristin Wastson to adjourn the meeting at 6:26PM.
9/18/2025 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:45pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Kristin Watson, Jen Coppens, Tyler Plucinski, Paul Sleziak, Amy Laidlaw, Amanda Rolens, Brittany Curtis, Laurie Epifanio, Jamie Hammer, Judy Cichowski, Allyson Andrews, Renee Biegas & Carrie Lord
Absent: Melissa Buyikian & Jennifer Kelley
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: Adding on discussion of new 4th grade recess equipment.
Approval of minutes was presented by Jen Coppens and approved by Kristin Watson
Correspondences: Joseph Zutz sent a follow up email over the summer requesting update on the new buddy bench installation. As of today’s meeting, it was ordered it August but no shipment details yet. **UPDATE AS OF 9/23/25 IT HAS NOW SHIPPED**
Principal’s Report: Mrs. Kelley was absent at today's meeting and will discuss all updates in Octobers meeting.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: The staff wanted to give a big thanks to Mr. Rob & Ms. Erin for all the summer maintenance cleaning prior to school starting. New sensory swing for CCRR was installed. The approval of the $1600 for the new trykes / scooters at last meeting have been ordered and the cost only came out to $1045.85. 4th grade teachers have requested in PTO can purchase outside recess equipment. New outside kick balls, soccer balls, basketballs, etc & a new cart to store then on. See new business for request and approval of this purchase by PTO staff & members. No more checks provided to teachers for beginning of school year purchases – we have allocated $100 to each and every staff member and they will submit their requests to PTO for them to purchase the items. 1st grade teachers are requesting $155.80 for new math notebooks and folders for the next couple years to use. A motion was made by Tyler for $155.80 and seconded by Judy Cichowski. All were in favor and approved.
Old Business: PTO liability insurance was purchased for $566 for the school year. New bylaws were posted on Weebly in August. Parents / guardians / grandparents / staff can review on Weebly to see updated changes. Bylaws will be reviewed annually going forward. There have been updates to the terms on new PTO board members being voted in / out. There will be no more virtual meetings, only in-person. We will also be looking into free childcare to be offered during PTO meetings – Chasity will look into liability and speak with Mrs. Kelley on this. Motion was made by Tyler to approve new by laws in November meeting and seconded by Kristin. All were in favor.
New Business: Parent night w/o kids for cookie decorating class set for 10/9/2025 from 6-8pm. Cost is $10 per person and will most likely be held at Ike. A signup genius will be created for this event and will also look into childcare for this event as well. Motion was made by Chasity to approve $500 in new outdoor recess equipment for 4th graders and seconded by Tyler. All were in favor and approved.
Treasurer Report: Mrs. Kelley will be provided $6,000K on the principal line to start the school year for her purchases to be made by the PTO. If more is needed, we will review and re-vote. Adding on spring carnival line in the amount of $4500 and amending the Staff appreciation week line to $3500. Adding on the line for the $500 recess equipment purchase. As of today $6680 has been raised for the funrun. A motion was made by Tyler to approve the new school year budget of $36,241 and seconded by Kristin. All were in favor & approved.
Committee Reports: Sign up sheets have been created and will be out at every meeting for these events: Spring Carnival, Staff Appreciation Week, Santa Night & VIP Dance.
Adjournment: Poker Room sign up has gone out and in need of volunteers (10/29 – 11/1). Eagles Eat out for October will be at Red Robin on 10/21/25
Motion by Chasity True, supported by Kristin Wastson to adjourn the meeting at 6:26PM.
Eisenhower Elementary PTO Minutes
10/16/2025 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:45pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Jen Coppens, Tyler Plucinski, Melissa Buyikan, Jennifer Kelley, Paul Sleziak, Amanda Rolens, Brittany Graham, Laurie Epifanio, Carrie Lord & Desmen Harper
Absent: Kristin Watson
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: Thank you email was read from Alyson Andrews for the new playground bus purchased for CCRR, Young 5’s & K. Also a thank you card from the staff was presented thanking the PTO for staffing the lounge.
Principal’s Report: Staff appreciative of the new playground bus purchased. Mrs. Kelley will be purchasing Boss’s Market for meal for teachers during the parent / teacher conference, $468.91 plus tip to be spent. $6,000 was given to her from the fun run proceeds and this will come from that fund. PBIS asked for some funds, to be discussed at later date.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: Thank you for the purchase of the playground bus and the new tricycles have arrived and children are loving them. Staff appreciation week sign up sheet is out and looking for volunteers. The new balls and outdoor equipment has arrived and total spent was $495.78 , children will start to be able to use these soon. Looking into seeing if we can purchase inground soccer nets for back field area.
Old Business: We surpassed our FunRun goal and a total of $17,183 has been raised. We will be turning Mrs. Kelley into a ice cream sundae in the spring. There is an amendment to be made to the old minutes updating that our new bylaws will be voted on in November’s meeting and not the October as previously stated.
New Business: The weebly site with agenda, minutes, etc. will only contain the information from the current school year – previous years uploads will be removed but hard copies will be kept. A motion was made by Chasity to approve the update to the site, this was seconded by Jen and approved by all. A new quickbooks account is needed, the cost is $19/month for 3 months, then goes to $38/month or $200 for one time purchase ( this will not include any updates that are done to quickbooks). A motion was made by Tyler to do the $19/month for 3 months, this was seconded by Chasity - all approved and were in favor. Looking into new ideas for Santa night- a sign up genius will be sent out for volunteers as well as asking the NHS students for assistance. Possibly do a PJ night with a reading from Santa, perhaps asking Mrs. Babcock if she could help with craft activity. More to be discussed at November meeting. Looking into different trunk or treat ideas for 26-27 school year and will review in spring 2026 for fall 2026.
Treasurer Report: 6th grade camp expenses were $855. $216.21 was spent for meet the teacher night, $570.07 spent for PTO insurance and there was a $96 profit from great skate night. The poker night fund line will now be changed to read millionaire party line. A motion was made by Chasity and seconded by Tyler to amend the line on the budget – all approved & were in favor.
Committee Reports: Sign up sheets have been created and will be out at every meeting for these events: Spring Carnival, Staff Appreciation Week, Santa Night & VIP Dance.
Adjournment: Poker Room sign up has gone out and in need of few volunteers still (10/29 – 11/1). Eagles Eat out for October will be at Red Robin on 10/21/25. Next Great Skate is on 11/5/2025.
Motion by Chasity True, supported by Jen Coppens to adjourn the meeting at 6:36PM.
10/16/2025 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:45pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Jen Coppens, Tyler Plucinski, Melissa Buyikan, Jennifer Kelley, Paul Sleziak, Amanda Rolens, Brittany Graham, Laurie Epifanio, Carrie Lord & Desmen Harper
Absent: Kristin Watson
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: Thank you email was read from Alyson Andrews for the new playground bus purchased for CCRR, Young 5’s & K. Also a thank you card from the staff was presented thanking the PTO for staffing the lounge.
Principal’s Report: Staff appreciative of the new playground bus purchased. Mrs. Kelley will be purchasing Boss’s Market for meal for teachers during the parent / teacher conference, $468.91 plus tip to be spent. $6,000 was given to her from the fun run proceeds and this will come from that fund. PBIS asked for some funds, to be discussed at later date.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: Thank you for the purchase of the playground bus and the new tricycles have arrived and children are loving them. Staff appreciation week sign up sheet is out and looking for volunteers. The new balls and outdoor equipment has arrived and total spent was $495.78 , children will start to be able to use these soon. Looking into seeing if we can purchase inground soccer nets for back field area.
Old Business: We surpassed our FunRun goal and a total of $17,183 has been raised. We will be turning Mrs. Kelley into a ice cream sundae in the spring. There is an amendment to be made to the old minutes updating that our new bylaws will be voted on in November’s meeting and not the October as previously stated.
New Business: The weebly site with agenda, minutes, etc. will only contain the information from the current school year – previous years uploads will be removed but hard copies will be kept. A motion was made by Chasity to approve the update to the site, this was seconded by Jen and approved by all. A new quickbooks account is needed, the cost is $19/month for 3 months, then goes to $38/month or $200 for one time purchase ( this will not include any updates that are done to quickbooks). A motion was made by Tyler to do the $19/month for 3 months, this was seconded by Chasity - all approved and were in favor. Looking into new ideas for Santa night- a sign up genius will be sent out for volunteers as well as asking the NHS students for assistance. Possibly do a PJ night with a reading from Santa, perhaps asking Mrs. Babcock if she could help with craft activity. More to be discussed at November meeting. Looking into different trunk or treat ideas for 26-27 school year and will review in spring 2026 for fall 2026.
Treasurer Report: 6th grade camp expenses were $855. $216.21 was spent for meet the teacher night, $570.07 spent for PTO insurance and there was a $96 profit from great skate night. The poker night fund line will now be changed to read millionaire party line. A motion was made by Chasity and seconded by Tyler to amend the line on the budget – all approved & were in favor.
Committee Reports: Sign up sheets have been created and will be out at every meeting for these events: Spring Carnival, Staff Appreciation Week, Santa Night & VIP Dance.
Adjournment: Poker Room sign up has gone out and in need of few volunteers still (10/29 – 11/1). Eagles Eat out for October will be at Red Robin on 10/21/25. Next Great Skate is on 11/5/2025.
Motion by Chasity True, supported by Jen Coppens to adjourn the meeting at 6:36PM.
Eisenhower Elementary PTO Minutes
11/13/2025 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:48pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Jen Coppens, Tyler Plucinski, Melissa Buyikan, Jennifer Kelley, Kristin Watson, Paul Sleziak, Laurie Epifanio, Carrie Lord & Judith Cichowski
Absent: None
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: Voting on our bylaws
Correspondences: Mrs. Ricci sent out a thank you card thanking for the purchase of BOFF’s food during conferences.
Principal’s Report: Kids are loving the new buddy bench. There are new students meeting for the Eagles Club / Soar Squad with the staff to review IKE’s expectations. Mrs. Kelley plans on buying Timbits for this event. Mrs. Kelley asked to purchase new sensory toys and eagles key chains as well as purchasing Randazzos for lunch for Christmas staff luncheon. Melissa will take care of ordering this food.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: Kids love the new outdoor equipment. Need to look into buying real jump ropes and not the plastic ones also buying more tricycles as those are a big hit. Possibly purchasing sand toys and winter snow outdoor toys in the future
Old Business: The cookie decorating class went well, perhaps next time have it for kids to come as well. Adding into the bylaws that there will be two year terms for each position, so the VP & Treasurer position are up for vote this year, to ensure there will not be an entire new board every year. A motion was made by Kristin and seconded by Laurie. All were in favor.
New Business: There were 102 skaters that attended skate night with a profit of $204.
Citizen agenda: None
Treasurer Report: Adding an assembly line for Super You assembly in the amount od $700, this event is taking place on 11/21/2025. Mrs Kelley is buying the staff a lunch for Christmas one day and PTO will be buying breakfast one day. FunRun funds are on the way to our account via ACH. A Motion was made by Kristin and seconded by Chasity to approve the above. All were in favor.
Committee Reports: Polar Express night theme in lieu of Santa night – will be having a craft, playing the Polar Express movie, come in your pajamas, enjoy milk/cookies and filling out a letter to Santa. Attendees must sign up by Dec 3 and tickets will be sent home to those who sign up to present upon entering. Still waiting to hear back from RMS on if we can utilize their gym for a VIP dance in February – this may get pushed back to later date depending on what / when we hear back. We will be asking parents to sigh up to volunteer on both Polar Express night & Staff Appreciation Week , decorating doors and lounge around the school.
Adjournment: Millionaire Party sign up has gone out and in need of few volunteers still. Next Great Skate is on 1/7/2026, next PTO meeting is 1/15/2026
Motion by Kristin Watson, supported by Chasity True to adjourn the meeting at 6:47PM.
11/13/2025 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:48pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Jen Coppens, Tyler Plucinski, Melissa Buyikan, Jennifer Kelley, Kristin Watson, Paul Sleziak, Laurie Epifanio, Carrie Lord & Judith Cichowski
Absent: None
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: Voting on our bylaws
Correspondences: Mrs. Ricci sent out a thank you card thanking for the purchase of BOFF’s food during conferences.
Principal’s Report: Kids are loving the new buddy bench. There are new students meeting for the Eagles Club / Soar Squad with the staff to review IKE’s expectations. Mrs. Kelley plans on buying Timbits for this event. Mrs. Kelley asked to purchase new sensory toys and eagles key chains as well as purchasing Randazzos for lunch for Christmas staff luncheon. Melissa will take care of ordering this food.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: Kids love the new outdoor equipment. Need to look into buying real jump ropes and not the plastic ones also buying more tricycles as those are a big hit. Possibly purchasing sand toys and winter snow outdoor toys in the future
Old Business: The cookie decorating class went well, perhaps next time have it for kids to come as well. Adding into the bylaws that there will be two year terms for each position, so the VP & Treasurer position are up for vote this year, to ensure there will not be an entire new board every year. A motion was made by Kristin and seconded by Laurie. All were in favor.
New Business: There were 102 skaters that attended skate night with a profit of $204.
Citizen agenda: None
Treasurer Report: Adding an assembly line for Super You assembly in the amount od $700, this event is taking place on 11/21/2025. Mrs Kelley is buying the staff a lunch for Christmas one day and PTO will be buying breakfast one day. FunRun funds are on the way to our account via ACH. A Motion was made by Kristin and seconded by Chasity to approve the above. All were in favor.
Committee Reports: Polar Express night theme in lieu of Santa night – will be having a craft, playing the Polar Express movie, come in your pajamas, enjoy milk/cookies and filling out a letter to Santa. Attendees must sign up by Dec 3 and tickets will be sent home to those who sign up to present upon entering. Still waiting to hear back from RMS on if we can utilize their gym for a VIP dance in February – this may get pushed back to later date depending on what / when we hear back. We will be asking parents to sigh up to volunteer on both Polar Express night & Staff Appreciation Week , decorating doors and lounge around the school.
Adjournment: Millionaire Party sign up has gone out and in need of few volunteers still. Next Great Skate is on 1/7/2026, next PTO meeting is 1/15/2026
Motion by Kristin Watson, supported by Chasity True to adjourn the meeting at 6:47PM.
Eisenhower Elementary PTO Minutes
1/22/2026 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:33pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Jen Coppens, Tyler Plucinski, Melissa Buyikan, Jennifer Kelley, Kristin Watson, Laurie Epifanio, Carrie Lord & Jamie Hammer
Absent: None
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: Thank you card from the food purchased during Christmas.
Principal’s Report: A sky dome assembly is planned for each grade level on 3/12/26, costs of this is $1795. For March’s Reading month, Mrs. Kelley would like to purchase Lego reading books off of Amazon, she has provided a list of some to go thru – total cost TBD.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: Polar Express night went well however the movie seemed to be too long and kids lost interest half way thru. Will find something shorter for next event and change some other things up. Letter from the 1st grade teachers was sent as they purchased pencil bags & index cards for $112.95. This was suppose to be covered by district but now was not so they are asking PTO to cover the costs. Motion by Tyler to approve this cost and was seconded by Kristin. All were in favor. Theme for staff appreciation week is Disney. There will be a committee meeting on 1/29/26 from 5:30-6:30 to discuss details. SAW is May 4-8 with set up starting May 1. A lunch from Randazzo’s will be provided during this week for free. The luncheon that was to be covered during Christmas was not ready on time so Randazzo’s is providing a free luncheon for us.
Old Business: None
New Business: VIP & ME Dance to take place on 2/25/26 at Ike. A 50 family sign up max will be sent out and there will be a disco theme. $5 per person entry fee, 630-730, snacks and beverages to be provided. Looking into Mr. Dombrowski as DJ and will find a photographer. Book bingo for March is Reading month will be on 3/11/26.
Citizen agenda: None
Treasurer Report: $290.54 spent for staff food during Christmas. $772.10 spent for Santa Night. $225 for the Randazzo luncheon, but this was credited back due to food not ready on time. $284 was raised for Great Skate and Poker Room totals was $17,259. A motion was made by Kristin Watson to approve the report, seconded by Laurie Epifanio. All were in favor.
Committee Reports: None
Adjournment: Eagles Eat Out on 2/11/26 at Charleys Cheesesteaks. Next PTO meeting 2/19/26 & Millionaire Party 3/9/26 – 3/12/26 at Paradise Banquet
Motion by Chasity True, supported by Jen Coppens to adjourn the meeting at 6:14PM.
1/22/2026 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:33pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Jen Coppens, Tyler Plucinski, Melissa Buyikan, Jennifer Kelley, Kristin Watson, Laurie Epifanio, Carrie Lord & Jamie Hammer
Absent: None
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: Thank you card from the food purchased during Christmas.
Principal’s Report: A sky dome assembly is planned for each grade level on 3/12/26, costs of this is $1795. For March’s Reading month, Mrs. Kelley would like to purchase Lego reading books off of Amazon, she has provided a list of some to go thru – total cost TBD.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: Polar Express night went well however the movie seemed to be too long and kids lost interest half way thru. Will find something shorter for next event and change some other things up. Letter from the 1st grade teachers was sent as they purchased pencil bags & index cards for $112.95. This was suppose to be covered by district but now was not so they are asking PTO to cover the costs. Motion by Tyler to approve this cost and was seconded by Kristin. All were in favor. Theme for staff appreciation week is Disney. There will be a committee meeting on 1/29/26 from 5:30-6:30 to discuss details. SAW is May 4-8 with set up starting May 1. A lunch from Randazzo’s will be provided during this week for free. The luncheon that was to be covered during Christmas was not ready on time so Randazzo’s is providing a free luncheon for us.
Old Business: None
New Business: VIP & ME Dance to take place on 2/25/26 at Ike. A 50 family sign up max will be sent out and there will be a disco theme. $5 per person entry fee, 630-730, snacks and beverages to be provided. Looking into Mr. Dombrowski as DJ and will find a photographer. Book bingo for March is Reading month will be on 3/11/26.
Citizen agenda: None
Treasurer Report: $290.54 spent for staff food during Christmas. $772.10 spent for Santa Night. $225 for the Randazzo luncheon, but this was credited back due to food not ready on time. $284 was raised for Great Skate and Poker Room totals was $17,259. A motion was made by Kristin Watson to approve the report, seconded by Laurie Epifanio. All were in favor.
Committee Reports: None
Adjournment: Eagles Eat Out on 2/11/26 at Charleys Cheesesteaks. Next PTO meeting 2/19/26 & Millionaire Party 3/9/26 – 3/12/26 at Paradise Banquet
Motion by Chasity True, supported by Jen Coppens to adjourn the meeting at 6:14PM.
Eisenhower Elementary PTO Minutes
2/19/2026 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:32pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Melissa Buyikan, Jennifer Kelley, Kristin Watson, Laurie Epifanio & Carrie Lourd.
Absent: Jen Coppens & Tyler Plucinski
Approval of minutes: Approved by Kristin & seconded by Chasity – all in favo
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: None
Principal’s Report: March is reading month – lego incentives for students. Requesting Lego theme backdrop & books are purchased. Lunch for teacher conferences will be provided & Mr. Rybicki is teacher of the year
Teacher Trustee’s Report: Staff Appreciation Week meeting set for 3/6/26 at 4:00 in person to go over decorations ,etc.
Old Business: Eagles night out – no firm profit amount. FunRun banner has been ordered and will be displayed across flower beds.
New Business: VIP & ME Dance will set up chair around the gym for people to sit, 49/50 tickets have been sold. Millionaire sign up needs to be blasted out. Everything is ordered for the VIP & ME dance, disco balls, projector lights. Dance will be from 6-7, DJ for $100, waters , capri suns and snacks to be provided. VIP tickets must be purchased via stripe sign up. Print out list for Mrs. Sanders to call for millionaire party. Book bingo is March 11,26, everyone that registers gets 3 bingo cards & each student gets a book. Need to apply for license for raffle – this will take up to 6 weeks for approval. Chasity will call for swim night in April possibly.
Citizen agenda: None
Treasurer Report: 112 pencil pouches ordered. $603.50 spent for 6th grade t-shirts, $255.28 on SAW t shirts & $1848.95 spent on assembly. Email logos to board from funrun for backdrop. Motion by Kristin to approve treasurer report & seconded by Chasity.
Committee Reports: None
Adjournment: Next PTO meeting 3/19/26. Bylaw meeting will be in April
Meeting adjourned.
2/19/2026 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:32pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Melissa Buyikan, Jennifer Kelley, Kristin Watson, Laurie Epifanio & Carrie Lourd.
Absent: Jen Coppens & Tyler Plucinski
Approval of minutes: Approved by Kristin & seconded by Chasity – all in favo
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: None
Principal’s Report: March is reading month – lego incentives for students. Requesting Lego theme backdrop & books are purchased. Lunch for teacher conferences will be provided & Mr. Rybicki is teacher of the year
Teacher Trustee’s Report: Staff Appreciation Week meeting set for 3/6/26 at 4:00 in person to go over decorations ,etc.
Old Business: Eagles night out – no firm profit amount. FunRun banner has been ordered and will be displayed across flower beds.
New Business: VIP & ME Dance will set up chair around the gym for people to sit, 49/50 tickets have been sold. Millionaire sign up needs to be blasted out. Everything is ordered for the VIP & ME dance, disco balls, projector lights. Dance will be from 6-7, DJ for $100, waters , capri suns and snacks to be provided. VIP tickets must be purchased via stripe sign up. Print out list for Mrs. Sanders to call for millionaire party. Book bingo is March 11,26, everyone that registers gets 3 bingo cards & each student gets a book. Need to apply for license for raffle – this will take up to 6 weeks for approval. Chasity will call for swim night in April possibly.
Citizen agenda: None
Treasurer Report: 112 pencil pouches ordered. $603.50 spent for 6th grade t-shirts, $255.28 on SAW t shirts & $1848.95 spent on assembly. Email logos to board from funrun for backdrop. Motion by Kristin to approve treasurer report & seconded by Chasity.
Committee Reports: None
Adjournment: Next PTO meeting 3/19/26. Bylaw meeting will be in April
Meeting adjourned.
Eisenhower Elementary PTO Minutes
3/19/2026 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:31pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Melissa Buyikan, Kristin Watson, Laurie Epifanio, Tyler Plucinski, Jen Coppens, Desmen Harper , Joe Rybicki & Carrie Lord.
Absent: Jennifer Kelley
Approval of minutes: Remove Laurie Epifanio from last meeting attendee. Approved by Kristin & seconded by Tyler, all in favor
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: None
Principal’s Report: Planetarium assembly was a huge hit and a memorable experience. The staff says thank you for the dinner provided during conferences. Lego reading theme is going well and “The Ned Show” is the next assembly coming up.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: May 1- starting set up for SAW. We’ll have one more committee meeting prior to SAW for final details. Spirit week is also during SAW. Sign up sheets for SAW being sent out on 3/20/2026.
Old Business: VIP dance was a hit, one hour was enough time and maybe bump to 75 rsvp’s next time in lieu of the 50 we maxed at. Book bingo – 91 people singed up & 38 showed up – kids had a ton of fun though.
New Business: Spring Carnival next and last event – Will look into The Bounce Co for 5 games and other items for $855. Call $99 bouncey house for bounce houses still & petting zoo set up. Looking into same food trucks as last year. No raffles but will buy prizes and armbands. Look into 2-3 face painters and not 1 like last year. May 15 is date of carnival – a company called Hoppin on wheels offered their services during our carnival, cost Is $300 and it’s inclusive of several basketballs and nets. April is nominations for ’26-27 school year board. Bylaw review meeting will be 4/16 at 4:30 before our monthly PTO meeting at 5:30. April 9 from 6-8pm has been reserved for family swim night. Cost is $170 for lifeguard(s).
Citizen agenda: May 1 is Principal Day – would like to spend $200 on gift cards and flowers for Mrs. Kelley
Treasurer Report: No updates – Adding a line in finance report for Principal Day line budget for ’26-27 school year. Motion by Kristin to approve treasurer report & seconded by Chasity. All in favor
Committee Reports: None
Adjournment: Next PTO meeting 4/23/26 with bylaw meeting right before that.
Motion by Chasity, supported by Kristin to adjourn the meeting at 6:24pm
3/19/2026 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:31pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Melissa Buyikan, Kristin Watson, Laurie Epifanio, Tyler Plucinski, Jen Coppens, Desmen Harper , Joe Rybicki & Carrie Lord.
Absent: Jennifer Kelley
Approval of minutes: Remove Laurie Epifanio from last meeting attendee. Approved by Kristin & seconded by Tyler, all in favor
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: None
Principal’s Report: Planetarium assembly was a huge hit and a memorable experience. The staff says thank you for the dinner provided during conferences. Lego reading theme is going well and “The Ned Show” is the next assembly coming up.
Teacher Trustee’s Report: May 1- starting set up for SAW. We’ll have one more committee meeting prior to SAW for final details. Spirit week is also during SAW. Sign up sheets for SAW being sent out on 3/20/2026.
Old Business: VIP dance was a hit, one hour was enough time and maybe bump to 75 rsvp’s next time in lieu of the 50 we maxed at. Book bingo – 91 people singed up & 38 showed up – kids had a ton of fun though.
New Business: Spring Carnival next and last event – Will look into The Bounce Co for 5 games and other items for $855. Call $99 bouncey house for bounce houses still & petting zoo set up. Looking into same food trucks as last year. No raffles but will buy prizes and armbands. Look into 2-3 face painters and not 1 like last year. May 15 is date of carnival – a company called Hoppin on wheels offered their services during our carnival, cost Is $300 and it’s inclusive of several basketballs and nets. April is nominations for ’26-27 school year board. Bylaw review meeting will be 4/16 at 4:30 before our monthly PTO meeting at 5:30. April 9 from 6-8pm has been reserved for family swim night. Cost is $170 for lifeguard(s).
Citizen agenda: May 1 is Principal Day – would like to spend $200 on gift cards and flowers for Mrs. Kelley
Treasurer Report: No updates – Adding a line in finance report for Principal Day line budget for ’26-27 school year. Motion by Kristin to approve treasurer report & seconded by Chasity. All in favor
Committee Reports: None
Adjournment: Next PTO meeting 4/23/26 with bylaw meeting right before that.
Motion by Chasity, supported by Kristin to adjourn the meeting at 6:24pm
Eisenhower Elementary PTO Minutes
4/23/2026 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:34pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Melissa Buyikan, Kristin Watson, Jennifer Kelley, Tyler Plucinski, Jen Coppens, Desmen Harper, Lauire Epifanio & Carrie Lord.
Absent: None
Approval of minutes: A motion to approve the minutes was made by Kristin and seconded by Jen, all in favor.
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: Thank you letter from the Kindergarten teachers for the purchase of the new ipad headphones for the students. The Kindergarten teachers also requested the PTO to purchase some items needed for the Kindergarten graduation celebration in the amount of $150.
Principal’s Report: Thankful for the headphones the PTO purchased and all the new sensory and outdoor items have arrived. Thank you for supporting the buses. May 8 is The Ned Show and last assembly of the year. New “Eagle” rubber duckies have been purchased to give SOAR winners and new SEL books also will be purchased by Mrs. Kelley
Teacher Trustee’s Report: SAW planning is going well. All the teachers signs have been made and turned in. Sopranos has been ordered for breakfast on Tuesday during SAW, coffee is coming from Starbucks and lunch has been ordered as well from Randazzo’s at N/C.
Old Business: None
New Business: A motion was made by Kristin to approve the Kindergarten teacher purchase of $150 and seconded by Laurie. All were in favor to approve. A motion was also made by Kristin and seconded by Laurie, to approve purchasing ½ the books that Mrs. Kelley is providing to the school before years end, in the amount of $600, all were in favor and approved. The VP & Treasurer positions are open for nomination for the 26-27 school year. Carrie Lord was nominated for VP and Melissa Buyikan for treasurer. Votes will be at May’s meeting. Calling Kona Ice & Wally’s ice cream for pricing for Field Day. Turning Mrs. Kelley into an ice cream sundae will be on May 7. A motion was made by Kristin and seconded by Chasity to approve providing Mrs. Urick $250 for 6th grade gifts she is purchasing. All were in favor.
Citizen agenda: None
Treasurer Report: Wizard of OZ buses have been paid & Ms. Babcock was paid for the purchases she made of new art supplies. A motion was made by Kristin to approve the treasurer report and seconded by Tyler. All were in favor.
Committee Reports: Chamberlain ponies is booked at $1435 for Spring carnival. Sucre desserts will be booked for dessert food truck during carnival. Sign up genius will go out next week for admission ticket purchase $5/ ticket kids only, ages 5+.
Adjournment: Next PTO meeting 5/14/2026 & Great Skate on 5/6/2026
Motion by Tyler, supported by Chasity to adjourn the meeting at 6:44pm
4/23/2026 Meeting
Meeting called to order by Chasity True at 5:34pm.
Roll Call Attendance: Chasity True, Melissa Buyikan, Kristin Watson, Jennifer Kelley, Tyler Plucinski, Jen Coppens, Desmen Harper, Lauire Epifanio & Carrie Lord.
Absent: None
Approval of minutes: A motion to approve the minutes was made by Kristin and seconded by Jen, all in favor.
Presentations & Special Recognitions: None
Amendment of Agenda: None
Correspondences: Thank you letter from the Kindergarten teachers for the purchase of the new ipad headphones for the students. The Kindergarten teachers also requested the PTO to purchase some items needed for the Kindergarten graduation celebration in the amount of $150.
Principal’s Report: Thankful for the headphones the PTO purchased and all the new sensory and outdoor items have arrived. Thank you for supporting the buses. May 8 is The Ned Show and last assembly of the year. New “Eagle” rubber duckies have been purchased to give SOAR winners and new SEL books also will be purchased by Mrs. Kelley
Teacher Trustee’s Report: SAW planning is going well. All the teachers signs have been made and turned in. Sopranos has been ordered for breakfast on Tuesday during SAW, coffee is coming from Starbucks and lunch has been ordered as well from Randazzo’s at N/C.
Old Business: None
New Business: A motion was made by Kristin to approve the Kindergarten teacher purchase of $150 and seconded by Laurie. All were in favor to approve. A motion was also made by Kristin and seconded by Laurie, to approve purchasing ½ the books that Mrs. Kelley is providing to the school before years end, in the amount of $600, all were in favor and approved. The VP & Treasurer positions are open for nomination for the 26-27 school year. Carrie Lord was nominated for VP and Melissa Buyikan for treasurer. Votes will be at May’s meeting. Calling Kona Ice & Wally’s ice cream for pricing for Field Day. Turning Mrs. Kelley into an ice cream sundae will be on May 7. A motion was made by Kristin and seconded by Chasity to approve providing Mrs. Urick $250 for 6th grade gifts she is purchasing. All were in favor.
Citizen agenda: None
Treasurer Report: Wizard of OZ buses have been paid & Ms. Babcock was paid for the purchases she made of new art supplies. A motion was made by Kristin to approve the treasurer report and seconded by Tyler. All were in favor.
Committee Reports: Chamberlain ponies is booked at $1435 for Spring carnival. Sucre desserts will be booked for dessert food truck during carnival. Sign up genius will go out next week for admission ticket purchase $5/ ticket kids only, ages 5+.
Adjournment: Next PTO meeting 5/14/2026 & Great Skate on 5/6/2026
Motion by Tyler, supported by Chasity to adjourn the meeting at 6:44pm
