Welcome & Introductions - Meeting started at 7:00 P.M. with 19 people in attendance.

Officers Reports:

President (Denise Gann) Need volunteers to attend PTA night in Annapolis on Feb. 22. No one can attend because of Pancake night. On Feb. 24, Harford County Council is having a program at Bel Air High School on the subject of violence called Kid's Need A Future, Not A Funeral.

Co-Vice President (Lisa Foltz) On Feb. 10 Lisa attended a budget hearing at Fallston High School along with several other parents and teachers. She read a speech at the hearing regarding the Harford County School budget.

Lisa commented on the Harford County Council of PTA newsletter.

She also mentioned the new circulation sheets she made up for everyone to be able to read any news that may be of importance to them, and then pass on the information to someone else on the list. Mrs. Rutherford asked Lisa to mention to the people attending PTA meetings to sign the volunteer book. They will also be honored at the end of the school year. The teachers lounge now has a new refrigerator that the PTA purchased at a cost of just $50.00 for the delivery. This is thanks to Debbie Miller. Sue Braun presented her with a gift from the PTA for all she has done for Dublin Elementary. Dragon Day items were purchased at a store that was going out of business. We received 75% off the regular prices. Pat Benedict of the Harford County PTA mentioned getting a hospitality person to be in charge of calling on people to bring drinks and snacks to the meetings. We need a by-law committee to go over the by-laws and Lisa nominated Monica Nelson as chairperson. We also need a chairperson for the nominating committee for the election of new officers for the coming school year. Co-Vice President (Monica Nelson) Monica passed out Maryland PTA Guide for Money Management. It was pointed out what should and should not be paid for by the PTA.

Treasurer (Ginger Barger) The checking account has a balance of $2,762.09. There has been a savings account with a balance of $279.70 from many years ago still open and Ginger motioned that it be closed and the balance be put in the checking account. There was 14 new people that signed up during the membership drive which makes it now 131 PTA members. The state dues are going up in the next three years. We all agreed that the PTA will continue to pay for all field trips.

Secretary (Sue Braun) Asked everyone to sign the attendance sheet. Passed around a thank you card from Mrs. Cook thanking the PTA for the

movie passes that were given to her for National School Nurses Day.

Principals Report: (Robin Payne)

Joe Corbi's sent the school $79.00 for the pizza sale . With that money Mrs. Payne purchased a portable stereo for the school. Family night on March 23 there will be a presentation on stress free homework for the adults while the children are being entertained by Mr. Tom Crowl, a magician. Mrs. Payne stressed the importance of being present on testing days. Avoid absences if at all possible.

Spring Bookfair- Jean Watson not present to report. Dates are March 22-26.

Dublin Sweatshirts- Laura Jones not present to report. Sweatshirts are being displayed in hallway near office.

National School Nurses Day- Lisa said Mrs. Cook was very pleased with her gift.

Patriot Program- Margie Heaps reported candy sale going well. She would like to have a celebration for the children. Lisa mentioned possibly having the Patriot Program as a PTA sponsored program next year.

Yearbook- Margie Heaps said there have been 58 orders so far. She would like to have a meeting with the volunteers on Feb. 24. at 9:00 AM.

Fun Nights- Lisa Foltz reminded us about pancake night at the Churchville McDonalds. Mrs. Rutherford has volunteered to do ballooning for the evening. PTA agreed to purchase balloons.

Teacher Appreciation- Teresa Griffith and Linda Blackburn not present to report.

Santa's Workshop- Chairperson needed for next year. Mrs. Payne said she will advertise in Dragon Tales.

Playground Equipment- Allan Nelson reported he has spoke to Mrs. Payne about the playground. He said the first thing that needs to be done is mulching to get the area safe. The balance beam needs to be removed as soon as possible. The equipment is going to be very expensive and it would be a good idea to create a foundation fund. He said he needs to know what the needs are. He talked to Home Depot, but feels that we need to offer them something in return, such as free advertising. Mrs. Payne said that would be fine.

Dragon Day- Denise Gann reported this year it will be a Caribbean theme. She is going to need someone to take over this event next year. The date will be June 10th.

Dublin Country Fair- Teresa Griffith not present to report. Date is May 22. We agreed to send in the $30.00 application fee to have games at the fair. We need someone to organize games and schedule.

Basket Bingo- Margie Heaps is trying to get in contact with someone from North Harford to get a date set for the bingo.

Bake Sale- Everyone agreed that there was too much going on to do this.

PNC Delegates- Ginger Barger needs 4 volunteers to attend the Harford County Permanent Caucus to elect school board officers. She would like to have 2 delegates and 2 alternates. They will need to go on April 8 from 6:30-9:30. Delegates may ask questions of candidates forum. Also need to attend on May 27 to vote.

By-Laws Committee- Meeting is March 17, 1999 by the Harford County PTA.

Food Committee for Dragon Day- Need to apply for license. Debbie Miller and Margie Heaps have volunteered to be chairpersons for this. PTA Meeting Dates- Lisa asked everyone's opinion on changing the days of the meetings because some people have other things like scouts and basketball etc. on certain days. This would give everyone an opportunity to attend our meetings. We agreed on alternating days every month. PTA Website- We are now updated on the internet. Math Climbers- Lisa will be ordering cards from Harford Tech at a cost of $8.00.

Next Meeting: Wednesday, March 10, 1999 at 7:00 P.M.

Meeting adjourned at 9:00 P.M.

Respectfully Submitted,

Susan Braun

Secretary