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New England Center for Children Meeting Minutes
Present: 20 people were in attendence
Meeting Agenda: Meeting convened at 6:15pm.
The minutes of the September 10th meeting were approved.
Introductions were made around the room.
Joe Ziska from the development office presented a Development Update.
- The Capital Campaign goal of $5.5 million was exceeded by $84,533. The Annual Fund Goal for 2008 is $350,000; current fundraising are at $119,446.
- Upcoming Events include
- Cultivation Events at Mike & Lori McKenna on March 20th
- More of these events are needed!
- Boston Marathon “Team NECC” on April 21, 2008. Currently they are at $46,000.
- It was suggested NECC take a more active role at the national ABA conference.
- 5K Walk/Run will be May 10, 2008 in Southborough. Jennifer Eames is contact person jeames@necc.org.
Grants Update
- P & G Live Learn & Thrive - $50,000 for Autism Curriculum Encyclopedia
- Anonymous gift of $75,000 for the Capital Campaign for Aquatic Center
Bob Ruzzo, president of the Parents’ Organization, presented his report.
The Human Rights Committee Report was presented by Arnold Lundwall.
The NECC Board of Directors Report proceeded with John Marston, minutes of the December 10, 2007 meeting, and the fundraising report presented by RoseAnn Lovely.
The Board of Directors meeting then moved to another room, and the Parents’ Organization Meeting convened at 6:45 PM.
The minutes of Monday November 5, 2007 meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s report: Budget as of November 5, 2007:
| Date |
Deposit |
Expense |
Description |
Expense YTD |
Credit Balance |
| 9-10-07 |
|
|
|
875.84 |
11,735.32 |
| 9-14-07 |
|
47.05 |
Family Day |
922.89 |
11,688.26 |
| 9-26-07 |
|
2,169 |
Welcome Baskets |
3,091.89 |
9,519.26 |
| 9-12-07 |
|
313.98 |
Buffet Way |
3,405.87 |
9,205.28 |
| 10-12-07 |
|
78.64 |
Flowers |
3,484.51 |
9,126.64 |
| 10-27-07 |
|
313.98 |
Buffet Way |
3,798.49 |
8812.66 |
| 11-6-07 |
|
177.45 |
Welcome Bags |
3,975.94 |
8635.21 |
| 11-29-07 |
|
1134.35 |
Christmas Baskets |
5,110.29 |
7500.86 |
| 11-29-07 |
|
313.98 |
Buffet Way |
5,424.27 |
7186.88 |
| 1-24-08 |
|
313.98 |
Buffet Way |
5,738.25 |
6872.90 |
Sub-committee updates:
Activities
There is a plan for holding another event at “Noodle, Noggin, & Bean.” The previous activity was a huge success, reserved for 2 hours just for NECC parents, and over 70 individuals participated. The plan will be to schedule another event this spring.
Staff Appreciation
The Staff Appreciation Dinner is tentatively scheduled for the 7th of May. Andy & Tammy S. will help to organize this legendary event. Traditionally this is a spaghetti dinner. Gift cards in small amounts will be requested so that each teacher would be able to get one. Jill D. volunteered her help, and Bob R.volunteered his wife’s help.
Fundraising
We had a Boston Marathon Runner, Mike K., visit the Parents’ Organization Meeting. They have already raised over $46,000! They have did an 11 mile training run this week. There are 3 other parents, 2 employees, and other individuals with connections to NECC.
The Bob R. reiterated how successful the NECC 5K event was, and suggested that we work together. The Bob R. promised that “team Patrick” will double their previous fundraising. The suggestion was also made to have easier paper forms for those who do not routinely use computers to be able to pledge. Rich M. made the suggestion to work on increasing the number of families participating. Andrew B. suggested working to have a goal of involving 50% of the families. Bob R. will write a letter asking for help with this event. Amy Lipcon and Jennifer Eames are helping to coordinate this event. Tentative date is April 13 staring around 4 or 5 PM.
Membership
Bob R. suggested that we have a Parent Social and New Parent Welcome out in a more relaxed atmosphere out of the center. The suggestion was made to have more of a “cocktail party” organization such that people could eat and mingle. Using a poolside conference room was also suggested. Sunday night was suggested.
Legislative update
There were no legislative updates to report.
NECC Items:
Rich Martin mentioned the NECC Parents Training Series, which take place 7 to 9 PM at NECC.
- February 12: Trends in Autism Research: What the data do and do not tell us.
- March 12: De-escalation techniques and pro-active strategies for managing challenging behavior
- April 15: Life beyond chicken nuggets: Feeding problems and feeding solutions
- June 18: Toilet training strategies for younger children with autism.
The Father’s Discussion Group will be on March 8th from 10 to 12 AM at NECC. All Fathers are welcome!
Next meeting: April 14, 2008
Future Events Calendar:
March
10 7 PM: Parents’ Organization Meeting
12 7-9 PM: Parent Training Series: De-Escalation Techniques and Pro-Active Strategies for managing challenging behavior effectively
April
13 5-8pm: Parent Social, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Natick, MA
14 7-9pm: Parents’ Organization Meeting
15 7-9 PM: Parent Training Series: Life beyond chicken nuggets: Feeding problems and feeding solutions
TBA Sibling Group for ages 10-13 years
May
TBA Behavior Management Workshop
7 Staff Appreciation Dinner
10 8:30am: 2nd Annual NECC 5K
12 7-9pm: Parent Organization Meeting
June
18 7-9 PM: Parent Training Series: Toilet training strategies for young children with autism.
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