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From the Board

Board announcements, meeting minutes, etc.

Will We See You at the BBQ?

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One last reminder that our annual Challenge Families Summer BBQ is this Sunday, August 29th starting at 11:30 a.m. at North Lynnwood Neighborhood Park, 18510 44th Avenue West (Picnic Shelter #1). The weather forecast looks to be pleasant for that day, so please plan to bring appropriate clothing and gear for lounging on the grass, running through the water spray, climbing the “rock”, shooting some hoops, swings, slides, monkey bars, and even a possible kick ball game.

Challenge Back to School Meet & Greet BBQ

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When: August 29th, 2010

Where: North Lynnwood Neighborhood Park, 18510 44th Avenue West (Picnic Shelter #1)

Time: CPA will be working the grill from 11:30 – 1:30 (shelter is reserved from 10:00 to 6:00)

Food: CPA is providing grill items, buns, condiments and paper goods

What you can bring:

  • Beverages: last names A-G
  • Side Dishes/Chips: last names H-O
  • Dessert: last names P-Z

Also, please bring blankets, chairs, sunscreen and water feature accoutrements. Balls, frisbees, bubbles, etc. to get some pick-up games going!

RSVP to: challengeparents@gmail.com

CPA Board Meeting Minutes – 6/9/10

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CPA Board Meeting – 6:30 p.m. 6/9/10 – Megan Hicks home

Treasurer’s proposed 2011 budget (Tracy)

2010/2011 Proposed Meeting Schedule

President’s Report (Ginger)

  • New email address
  • Classroom Reps
  • Summer Park dates
  • Bulletin Board

President’s Report (Sue):

  • President’s letter update
  • Parent coffee chat
  • Business cards

Planning for summer picnic

Parent Coffee Chat on Sunday, June 13th

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Please join us for this school year’s final Parent Coffee Chat on Sunday, June 13th at 2:00 p.m. at Urban City Coffee, located at the corner of 44th Avenue West and 212th Street in Mountlake Terrace. This is a casual gathering and opportunity to discuss issues unique to parenting gifted children. Come share your questions, ideas, feedback, and a beverage with other parents. Members of the CPA board will also be in attendance. We look forward to seeing you there.

Please note that there will be NO gathering at Walnut Street Coffee in Edmonds on Saturday, May 29th.

Please join us this Tuesday, May 18th – CPA General Meeting and Guest Speakers

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Please plan to attend the final general meeting of the school year on Tuesday, May 18th. The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. and will include a membership vote on the board for the 2010-2011 school year as well as updates on board actions and activities. Following the general meeting, Drs. Fernette and Brock Eide will speak about the special needs of gifted and “twice exceptional” (gifted with learning disabilities) children.

Challenge Family BBQ – August 29th

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Please mark your calendars for Sunday, August 29th for the Terrace Park Challenge Family BBQ! It will be held in the same location as last year – North Lynnwood Neighborhood Park at 18510 44th Avenue West. We had a fabulous turnout last year and we welcome new and returning families to join in the fun. More detailed information will be coming soon in your Thursday packets and online at www.challengeparents.org.

Final CPA Fund Drive of the Year!

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We are currently conducting our final fund drive of the 2010-2011 school year. Funds donated to CPA are tax deductible, and may be eligible for employer matching fund donations. Money raised is used throughout the school year to support our students, their families, and the Challenge classrooms to provide support and specialized curriculum options.

If you are on the three-part annual donation plan, or you have not had the opportunity to contribute yet this year, please download a copy of the Spring 2010 Fund Drive form and send it in with your contribution by May 21st. If you have made your full contribution for this school year, we thank you for your generous support!

CPA Board Meeting Minutes – 4/13/10

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CPA Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. 4/13/10 –  Megan Hicks House

In Attendence: Ginger Everhart, Sue Wilson-Schmitz, Tracy Hannuksela, Megan Hicks, Tina

Marohn

Please visit the website for detailed meeting minutes – www.challengeparents.org

  • Introductions of nominees for 2010/2011 board
  • Treasurerʼs report
  • Monthly Coffee Chats
  • Presidents letter
  • Teacher Achievement Award Recognition
  • Planning 2010-2011

Next CPA Board Meeting Agenda

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April 13th, 6:30 P.M. at Megan Hicks home.

• Introductions of nominees for 2010-2011 board

• Review and approval of January 2010 meeting minutes

• Treasurer’s report

• Reports

• Teacher Achievement Award Recognition*

• Planning for 2010-2011:

• Discuss and set agenda for May 18 general meeting.

• Discuss and set agenda for final 2009-2010 board meeting.