| JANUARY - MARCH 2005 MEETING MINUTES |
Seaford Wellness Council
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| 3940 Sunset Avenue Seaford, NY 11783 |
Seaford Wellness Council - January - March 2005 Meeting Minutes
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March 15, 2005 - Meeting Minutes - Seaford Middle School Library
The meeting was opened by Michael Di Silvio. He welcomed the various Seaford clubs and organizations who then introduced themselves and their affiliations.
The following names are those present:
Wayne G Edwards, rep. to Sen. Fuschillo, Dennis Dunne - Legislator, David Denenberg - Legislator, John Brooks - rep for David Denenberg, Christine
Marzigliano - Seaford Homeowners Association, Carla & Bill Powell - Seaford Chamber of Commerce, Bob Powell - Seaford Board of Fire Commissioners,
Det. Bob Hoehn - 7th Precinct, Dale Buley - Lions, Robin Asighieri - Kiwanis, Tom Gallagher - Knights of Columbus, George Duffy - Seaford School
Superintendent, Jim & Candace Bergen - Seaford Booster Club, Thomas Fioriglio - Key Club Advisor, Jean Bock - Manor PTA, Lisa Fauerbach - Manor PTA
Laura Hove - Girl Scouts, Matt Di Bono - Boy Scouts, Michael Gillman
Wellness Council Members: Joanne Bellissimo, Rose Lochner, Christine Kern, Ken Nersesian, Lucie Dean, Liz Gaebler, Barbara De Leon, Michael Di Silvio
Tonight's meeting was divided into 3 parts. The first part was a cooperative effort of several Seaford clubs and organizations. The purpose was to coordinate the
many individual beautification projects into a few group projects. This part of the meeting started at 7pm. It was well attended with 25+ people in attendance
representing most of Seaford's clubs and organizations. The meeting concept was initiated by Christine Kern. Many groups had their specific Seaford "hot spots"
that they felt needed to be addressed as far as beautification is concerned.
The following is a list of areas for improvement:
1. The Southwest corner of Sunrise Hwy/ Seaman's Neck Road is considered an eyesore. It is thought that $10,000-$15,000 would be needed to maintain the
area once it is cleaned up.
2. The "Welcome to Seaford" sign by the train station is in a state of disrepair, as it is made of wood, and the wood is rotting.
3. The commercial signs placed on the sidewalks on Merrick Road are taking up too much sidewalk space and detract form the beauty of the town.
4. Store owners are not maintaining the front of their stores, not sweeping the sidewalks, not providing general upkeep and general maintenance.
5. Store owners are killing the trees on Merrick Road, and they are not watering them. They are severely pruning the branches in order to display more of their
storefronts, or they are purposely killing the trees by pouring chemicals on them.
6. The kiosk by Astoria Federal Bank needs a face lift. Some of it's information and pictures are old and faded.
7. There was some concern with the way some homes in Seaford are being sold. It was felt that often when one person sells a house two homes are put on the
lot. This congestion is an issue for many. Some people voiced an opinion that Suburbia is disappearing.
8. The sidewalks on Seaman's Neck Road near the High School are in bad shape and in some places are missing all together.
9. Cedar Creek Health Risk Assessment is planning it's next meeting on May 11, 2005 . A tour of the plant is at 7pm, with the meeting at 8pm. The purpose is to
keep the plant clean. All are encouraged to attend on May 11th.
A Survey of what the community feels needs to be accomplished will be formulated by Mrs. Kern and sent to the various organizations for distribution. These
surveys need to be returned to the Wellness Council by April 5th.
The second part of the meeting, the regular Seaford Wellness Council Meeting, started at 7:52pm.
Treasurer's Report: Liz Gaebler we have a balance of $10,141.79. Mrs. Gaebler has mailed out the grant information.
FNL: Michael Di Silvio
Last Friday we had 90 students attend FNL. We bought more games and ping pong balls. June's FNL will have a Carnival theme. We will need to rent equipment.
Beautification Committee: Christine Kern
Was pleased with how the previous meeting went. It was well attended and hopefully will be productive.
Parent Center: Michael Di Silvio
It is run by Mary Copius, who is doing a wonderful job. Mr. Di Silvio feels we should have a stronger connection with the Parent's Center, since they are dealing
with many of the same issues we are dealing with. The Wellness web site has a link to the Parent's Center. The Parent's Center sponsored Parent University on
March 5, 2005. 175 parents attended (mostly Wantagh parents).
We brainstormed on how to get information out to the community. Many parents don't look at flyers until after the event.
Mr. Duffy, the Superintendent of Seaford Schools said that he would like to see Seaford's beautification start with Seaford Schools. He felt there are
many areas that need attention:
1. The auditorium needs an overhaul
2. The track needs approx. $1 million of work to get it into working order.
3. The field scorer's table needs to be replaced.
4. An electronic billboard, thought to cost about $12,000, might be needed on the High School lawn to keep the community aware of the upcoming events in
Seaford.
Ms. Carla Powell and Mr. Bill Powell representing the Seaford Chamber of Commerce, and Mr. Bob Powell representing the Seaford Fire Department discussed
that they felt that local government is not doing their jobs to make sure that dumpsters are meeting sanitary codes. They said that street sweepers are coming
down Merrick Road after 10AM when the street is the busiest and therefore the cleaning is inefficient due to the fact that it is unable to get near the curbs.
The roads are maintained as follows:
Sunrise Highway: State
Merrick Road: County
All other roads: Town of Hempstead
The next meeting will be on April 12, 2005
The meeting ended at 8:52pm
The last part of the meeting was in executive session. It started at 9pm. We received a $10,000 grant. The first installment of the grant is $2,500.
The Wellness Council will sponsor a representative from Dale Carnegie to conduct a workshop at the High School for the 11th and 12th grade students on how to
prepare for a job interview.
It was suggested that Peter Schmidt (the Republican Majority Leader), and the
Commissioner of Parks come to the next meeting. We would like to ask about the
future renovations of Washington Avenue Park.
The meeting was ended by 9:20pm.
The meeting was opened by Michael Di Silvio. He welcomed the various Seaford clubs and organizations who then introduced themselves and their affiliations.
The following names are those present:
Wayne G Edwards, rep. to Sen. Fuschillo, Dennis Dunne - Legislator, David Denenberg - Legislator, John Brooks - rep for David Denenberg, Christine
Marzigliano - Seaford Homeowners Association, Carla & Bill Powell - Seaford Chamber of Commerce, Bob Powell - Seaford Board of Fire Commissioners,
Det. Bob Hoehn - 7th Precinct, Dale Buley - Lions, Robin Asighieri - Kiwanis, Tom Gallagher - Knights of Columbus, George Duffy - Seaford School
Superintendent, Jim & Candace Bergen - Seaford Booster Club, Thomas Fioriglio - Key Club Advisor, Jean Bock - Manor PTA, Lisa Fauerbach - Manor PTA
Laura Hove - Girl Scouts, Matt Di Bono - Boy Scouts, Michael Gillman
Wellness Council Members: Joanne Bellissimo, Rose Lochner, Christine Kern, Ken Nersesian, Lucie Dean, Liz Gaebler, Barbara De Leon, Michael Di Silvio
Tonight's meeting was divided into 3 parts. The first part was a cooperative effort of several Seaford clubs and organizations. The purpose was to coordinate the
many individual beautification projects into a few group projects. This part of the meeting started at 7pm. It was well attended with 25+ people in attendance
representing most of Seaford's clubs and organizations. The meeting concept was initiated by Christine Kern. Many groups had their specific Seaford "hot spots"
that they felt needed to be addressed as far as beautification is concerned.
The following is a list of areas for improvement:
1. The Southwest corner of Sunrise Hwy/ Seaman's Neck Road is considered an eyesore. It is thought that $10,000-$15,000 would be needed to maintain the
area once it is cleaned up.
2. The "Welcome to Seaford" sign by the train station is in a state of disrepair, as it is made of wood, and the wood is rotting.
3. The commercial signs placed on the sidewalks on Merrick Road are taking up too much sidewalk space and detract form the beauty of the town.
4. Store owners are not maintaining the front of their stores, not sweeping the sidewalks, not providing general upkeep and general maintenance.
5. Store owners are killing the trees on Merrick Road, and they are not watering them. They are severely pruning the branches in order to display more of their
storefronts, or they are purposely killing the trees by pouring chemicals on them.
6. The kiosk by Astoria Federal Bank needs a face lift. Some of it's information and pictures are old and faded.
7. There was some concern with the way some homes in Seaford are being sold. It was felt that often when one person sells a house two homes are put on the
lot. This congestion is an issue for many. Some people voiced an opinion that Suburbia is disappearing.
8. The sidewalks on Seaman's Neck Road near the High School are in bad shape and in some places are missing all together.
9. Cedar Creek Health Risk Assessment is planning it's next meeting on May 11, 2005 . A tour of the plant is at 7pm, with the meeting at 8pm. The purpose is to
keep the plant clean. All are encouraged to attend on May 11th.
A Survey of what the community feels needs to be accomplished will be formulated by Mrs. Kern and sent to the various organizations for distribution. These
surveys need to be returned to the Wellness Council by April 5th.
The second part of the meeting, the regular Seaford Wellness Council Meeting, started at 7:52pm.
Treasurer's Report: Liz Gaebler we have a balance of $10,141.79. Mrs. Gaebler has mailed out the grant information.
FNL: Michael Di Silvio
Last Friday we had 90 students attend FNL. We bought more games and ping pong balls. June's FNL will have a Carnival theme. We will need to rent equipment.
Beautification Committee: Christine Kern
Was pleased with how the previous meeting went. It was well attended and hopefully will be productive.
Parent Center: Michael Di Silvio
It is run by Mary Copius, who is doing a wonderful job. Mr. Di Silvio feels we should have a stronger connection with the Parent's Center, since they are dealing
with many of the same issues we are dealing with. The Wellness web site has a link to the Parent's Center. The Parent's Center sponsored Parent University on
March 5, 2005. 175 parents attended (mostly Wantagh parents).
We brainstormed on how to get information out to the community. Many parents don't look at flyers until after the event.
Mr. Duffy, the Superintendent of Seaford Schools said that he would like to see Seaford's beautification start with Seaford Schools. He felt there are
many areas that need attention:
1. The auditorium needs an overhaul
2. The track needs approx. $1 million of work to get it into working order.
3. The field scorer's table needs to be replaced.
4. An electronic billboard, thought to cost about $12,000, might be needed on the High School lawn to keep the community aware of the upcoming events in
Seaford.
Ms. Carla Powell and Mr. Bill Powell representing the Seaford Chamber of Commerce, and Mr. Bob Powell representing the Seaford Fire Department discussed
that they felt that local government is not doing their jobs to make sure that dumpsters are meeting sanitary codes. They said that street sweepers are coming
down Merrick Road after 10AM when the street is the busiest and therefore the cleaning is inefficient due to the fact that it is unable to get near the curbs.
The roads are maintained as follows:
Sunrise Highway: State
Merrick Road: County
All other roads: Town of Hempstead
The next meeting will be on April 12, 2005
The meeting ended at 8:52pm
The last part of the meeting was in executive session. It started at 9pm. We received a $10,000 grant. The first installment of the grant is $2,500.
The Wellness Council will sponsor a representative from Dale Carnegie to conduct a workshop at the High School for the 11th and 12th grade students on how to
prepare for a job interview.
It was suggested that Peter Schmidt (the Republican Majority Leader), and the
Commissioner of Parks come to the next meeting. We would like to ask about the
future renovations of Washington Avenue Park.
The meeting was ended by 9:20pm.
January 11, 2005 - PRIDE Survey Meeting Minutes - Seaford High School Auditorium
The meeting took place in the Seaford HS Auditorium. A panel, which included George Duffy (Superintendent of Schools), Brian Conboy (Asst Superintendent of
Schools), Michael Ragon (High School Principal), Roseanne Carerri (Middle School Principal), Nancy Kaplan (Middle School Social Worker), Michael Di Silvio
(Seaford Community Wellness Council, Chairman), Scott Maidat (South East Nassau Guidance Center), Julie Oliva (President, Seaford School Board of Ed.),
Kent Bush (Trustee Seaford School Board of Ed.), and Dr. Monica Homer *
The PRIDE survey was administered to Seaford parents and students in November 2003. The results presented at the meeting will eventually be posted on the
Wellness web site. What follows is a general summary of the discussion among all present:
1) The average Seaford High School substance abuser is in at least 10th grade.
2) He/She typically drinks beer, smokes cigarettes and/or marijuana on weekends, usually at a friend's house.
3) The drugs were not done at school, during school hours or on school nights.
4) Seaford is above the national average with students that abuse alcohol, drugs, and cigarettes, but these results are similar among Long Island communities.
5) More affluent communities have more marijuana use.
6) Binge drinking among teenagers is a county-wide problem.
7) Binge drinking makes the drinker apt to get into more kinds of trouble, such as violent situations, date rape and poor judgement.
8) The majority of parents who answered the survey indicated that they were more critical of cigarette smoking and alcohol than they were of marijuana.
9) There is more of a need for parental involvement in order to remedy this situation.
10) Parents need to maintain the lines of communication with their teenagers. Be ready to sit down and talk to your kids.
11) Both parents must have a "united front". Parents must remember to be a parent not a friend to their children.
("In life you will have many friends, but only one set of parents".)
12) A home is not a democracy. There is a difference between a right and a privilege.
13) When your teenager comes home from school and from being with friends you should always get a kiss from them. You will be able to smell the alcohol,
cigarettes or marijuana on their clothes and in their hair.
14) If you are suspicious that your child is abusing drugs, call the school or get some kind of intervention.
15) Parents must spot-check what their kids are doing. Blind-trust doesn't work.
16) Parents must stick together and reinforce other parents.
17) Seaford High School substance abuse problem is a community problem.
18) 1st year college students often do poorly because they have too many unresolved issues that carryover from High School.
19) Seaford High School has zero tolerance in regard to substance abuse.
20) Seaford High School offers peer leadership. They also offer a mentoring program where older students (11th graders) pair up with 8th graders and follow
them up to 9th grade to make the transition into High School easier.
21) Parents must monitor the Internet. Teens are buying their drugs off the Internet and having it delivered to friends houses.
Strengths of the Pride Survey Results:
1) 25 % of the parents responded to the survey
2)most of the students that responded to the survey:
a) were good students and feel safe in school. (most kids that do well in school do not do drugs)
b) do not belong to gangs or bring weapons to school
c) do not think their parents set clear rules or stick to them (While most parents felt they were setting clear rules, only 50% followed up on them.)
d) 95% of Middle schoolers and 93% of High Schoolers never consider suicide.
e) By 9th grade Seaford Students smoke cigarettes more than the national average. 1 in 3 students smoked on a monthly basis.
f) Beer is the alcohol and drug of choice (72% of SHS students as opposed to 49% on the national average)
g) Marijuana is above the national average by 10th grade. (6.3% among SHS students) 1 in 3 seniors smoke marijuana on a monthly basis.
Recommendations:
1) Enhance curriculum
2) Reinforce in Driver Education Courses
3) Enforce public drinking laws
4) Family involvement
5) Parent Education
6) Talk/listen to young people
7) Set a positive example
8) Work towards a drug-free lifestyle
The meeting took place in the Seaford HS Auditorium. A panel, which included George Duffy (Superintendent of Schools), Brian Conboy (Asst Superintendent of
Schools), Michael Ragon (High School Principal), Roseanne Carerri (Middle School Principal), Nancy Kaplan (Middle School Social Worker), Michael Di Silvio
(Seaford Community Wellness Council, Chairman), Scott Maidat (South East Nassau Guidance Center), Julie Oliva (President, Seaford School Board of Ed.),
Kent Bush (Trustee Seaford School Board of Ed.), and Dr. Monica Homer *
The PRIDE survey was administered to Seaford parents and students in November 2003. The results presented at the meeting will eventually be posted on the
Wellness web site. What follows is a general summary of the discussion among all present:
1) The average Seaford High School substance abuser is in at least 10th grade.
2) He/She typically drinks beer, smokes cigarettes and/or marijuana on weekends, usually at a friend's house.
3) The drugs were not done at school, during school hours or on school nights.
4) Seaford is above the national average with students that abuse alcohol, drugs, and cigarettes, but these results are similar among Long Island communities.
5) More affluent communities have more marijuana use.
6) Binge drinking among teenagers is a county-wide problem.
7) Binge drinking makes the drinker apt to get into more kinds of trouble, such as violent situations, date rape and poor judgement.
8) The majority of parents who answered the survey indicated that they were more critical of cigarette smoking and alcohol than they were of marijuana.
9) There is more of a need for parental involvement in order to remedy this situation.
10) Parents need to maintain the lines of communication with their teenagers. Be ready to sit down and talk to your kids.
11) Both parents must have a "united front". Parents must remember to be a parent not a friend to their children.
("In life you will have many friends, but only one set of parents".)
12) A home is not a democracy. There is a difference between a right and a privilege.
13) When your teenager comes home from school and from being with friends you should always get a kiss from them. You will be able to smell the alcohol,
cigarettes or marijuana on their clothes and in their hair.
14) If you are suspicious that your child is abusing drugs, call the school or get some kind of intervention.
15) Parents must spot-check what their kids are doing. Blind-trust doesn't work.
16) Parents must stick together and reinforce other parents.
17) Seaford High School substance abuse problem is a community problem.
18) 1st year college students often do poorly because they have too many unresolved issues that carryover from High School.
19) Seaford High School has zero tolerance in regard to substance abuse.
20) Seaford High School offers peer leadership. They also offer a mentoring program where older students (11th graders) pair up with 8th graders and follow
them up to 9th grade to make the transition into High School easier.
21) Parents must monitor the Internet. Teens are buying their drugs off the Internet and having it delivered to friends houses.
Strengths of the Pride Survey Results:
1) 25 % of the parents responded to the survey
2)most of the students that responded to the survey:
a) were good students and feel safe in school. (most kids that do well in school do not do drugs)
b) do not belong to gangs or bring weapons to school
c) do not think their parents set clear rules or stick to them (While most parents felt they were setting clear rules, only 50% followed up on them.)
d) 95% of Middle schoolers and 93% of High Schoolers never consider suicide.
e) By 9th grade Seaford Students smoke cigarettes more than the national average. 1 in 3 students smoked on a monthly basis.
f) Beer is the alcohol and drug of choice (72% of SHS students as opposed to 49% on the national average)
g) Marijuana is above the national average by 10th grade. (6.3% among SHS students) 1 in 3 seniors smoke marijuana on a monthly basis.
Recommendations:
1) Enhance curriculum
2) Reinforce in Driver Education Courses
3) Enforce public drinking laws
4) Family involvement
5) Parent Education
6) Talk/listen to young people
7) Set a positive example
8) Work towards a drug-free lifestyle
February 15, 2005 - Meeting minutes - Seaford Middle School
Attendance: Michael Di Silvio - Ken Nersesian - Mary Anne Greco - Sharon Jonas - Brian Conboy, (Asst. Superintendent) - Barbara Richko - Lucie Dean -
Sara Holly, (Senator Fuschillo's Office) - Dennis Dunne, (Nassau County Legislator) - Michael Gillman - Joseph Gillman - Barbara De Leon
The meeting was opened at 7:20PM.
The turn out for tonight's meeting was light because of the District Concert that was going on simultaneously at the High School.
Mr. Conboy asked to speak first because he had to leave to attend the concert. He said he recently attended the PRIDE Survey Results forum for the
Massapequa Schools. The results were similar to ours, which indicates that our teens are on par with other teens on Long Island. He also said that he felt that
the community turnout for the Massapequa meeting was as light as ours. He mentioned that the PRIDE survey has sparked an interest in the High School and
in the Middle School. However, according to Mr. Conboy, the rest of the Seaford Community seemed to show little reaction.
Legislator Dennis Dunne introduced Ms. Sara Holly, as representative of Sen. Charles Fuschillo. Ms. Holly said that Sen. Fuschillo was in Albany, but wishes he
could be here. She said that he is fighting to remove the cell tower that was erected at the Seaford Oyster Bay Expressway east exit ramp at Sunrise Highway. Mr.
Dunne informed us that New Rochelle was defeated in their law suit regarding the removal of their cell tower, but that they promise to appeal. He said this is not
encouraging news for the Seaford Cell Tower effort.
At the last meeting it was mentioned that Massapequa has an evening summer recreation program for their teenagers. It was asked if we could have a similar
program. Mr. Conboy stated that he was aware of this program, and thinks that it is sponsored by the Police department. Mr. Dunne said he will check into
utilizing Cedar Creek Park for a similar program.
Financial Report: not available tonight
FNL: Mr. Di Silvio will confirm the 3/11 date with Ms. Richko tomorrow. FNL needs a locker to store games and supplies. They are getting mixed up with Activity
Night supplies. Ms. Richko mentioned a "wish list " for FNL: an Air Hockey game, new knock-hockey sticks, replacing some games for ones that are missing
pieces. Mr. Di Silvio will get approval for fliers and will get them to Ms. Richko for distribution. The last FNL scheduled for this school year is either 6/3 or 6/10.
Dr. Gillman suggested using the Seaford Avenue School for a Community Recreation Center, as BOCES is vacating the premises at the end of this school year.
Mr. Conboy stated that BOCES has voiced in interest in buying the building. The community does not want to lose it's fields. The future of the building is still up in
the air at this time.
Mr. Conboy stated that the Lion's Club wants to sponsor a program for Diabetes Week. He also spoke about the American Cancer Society and the Relay for
Life program. Relay for Life was here a few months ago explaining their program to us.
A discussion about what would bring in students after school hours. One of the programs that seems to succeed is Battle of the Bands, which is sponsored by
the Student Council.
Healthy food choices in the High School was discussed. Some parents had concerns regarding sanitary procedures used by the cafeteria workers and the food
choices offered. We will ask Mr. Ragon to deal with these issues. Ms. Holly said that the Board of Education is responsible for what the food service company
offers.
Ms. Holly also told us that Sen. Fuschillo will be talking to Seaford Middle School 6th graders on March 10, 2005 at 9am about Anti-smoking.
Dr. Gillman voiced concern about children's blood pressure. He feels children need to have routine height/weight/ blood pressure screening in the school
similar to the vision screening they do in school. He is also concerned that high school students are not getting the recommended amount of sleep needed for
adolescents, and believes the school day begins too early and needs to be amended to a later time to give the students more time to sleep.
Hot Chocolate Run: we made a profit of $1,200 which will be used to sponsor a motivational speaker to the High School students. Ms. Holly suggested the local
MADD, as they have a list of local motivational speakers.
Seaford Beautification Committee: Mrs. Kern told us that March 15, 2005 is slated as the date that she will be inviting all of Seaford's service clubs and
organizations together to discuss what projects the various groups are working on related to the beautification of Seaford. She is hoping that this will help
alleviate duplication of projects and will coordinate a "Big Picture" for all groups.
The meeting was ended at 8:50pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara De Leon
Attendance: Michael Di Silvio - Ken Nersesian - Mary Anne Greco - Sharon Jonas - Brian Conboy, (Asst. Superintendent) - Barbara Richko - Lucie Dean -
Sara Holly, (Senator Fuschillo's Office) - Dennis Dunne, (Nassau County Legislator) - Michael Gillman - Joseph Gillman - Barbara De Leon
The meeting was opened at 7:20PM.
The turn out for tonight's meeting was light because of the District Concert that was going on simultaneously at the High School.
Mr. Conboy asked to speak first because he had to leave to attend the concert. He said he recently attended the PRIDE Survey Results forum for the
Massapequa Schools. The results were similar to ours, which indicates that our teens are on par with other teens on Long Island. He also said that he felt that
the community turnout for the Massapequa meeting was as light as ours. He mentioned that the PRIDE survey has sparked an interest in the High School and
in the Middle School. However, according to Mr. Conboy, the rest of the Seaford Community seemed to show little reaction.
Legislator Dennis Dunne introduced Ms. Sara Holly, as representative of Sen. Charles Fuschillo. Ms. Holly said that Sen. Fuschillo was in Albany, but wishes he
could be here. She said that he is fighting to remove the cell tower that was erected at the Seaford Oyster Bay Expressway east exit ramp at Sunrise Highway. Mr.
Dunne informed us that New Rochelle was defeated in their law suit regarding the removal of their cell tower, but that they promise to appeal. He said this is not
encouraging news for the Seaford Cell Tower effort.
At the last meeting it was mentioned that Massapequa has an evening summer recreation program for their teenagers. It was asked if we could have a similar
program. Mr. Conboy stated that he was aware of this program, and thinks that it is sponsored by the Police department. Mr. Dunne said he will check into
utilizing Cedar Creek Park for a similar program.
Financial Report: not available tonight
FNL: Mr. Di Silvio will confirm the 3/11 date with Ms. Richko tomorrow. FNL needs a locker to store games and supplies. They are getting mixed up with Activity
Night supplies. Ms. Richko mentioned a "wish list " for FNL: an Air Hockey game, new knock-hockey sticks, replacing some games for ones that are missing
pieces. Mr. Di Silvio will get approval for fliers and will get them to Ms. Richko for distribution. The last FNL scheduled for this school year is either 6/3 or 6/10.
Dr. Gillman suggested using the Seaford Avenue School for a Community Recreation Center, as BOCES is vacating the premises at the end of this school year.
Mr. Conboy stated that BOCES has voiced in interest in buying the building. The community does not want to lose it's fields. The future of the building is still up in
the air at this time.
Mr. Conboy stated that the Lion's Club wants to sponsor a program for Diabetes Week. He also spoke about the American Cancer Society and the Relay for
Life program. Relay for Life was here a few months ago explaining their program to us.
A discussion about what would bring in students after school hours. One of the programs that seems to succeed is Battle of the Bands, which is sponsored by
the Student Council.
Healthy food choices in the High School was discussed. Some parents had concerns regarding sanitary procedures used by the cafeteria workers and the food
choices offered. We will ask Mr. Ragon to deal with these issues. Ms. Holly said that the Board of Education is responsible for what the food service company
offers.
Ms. Holly also told us that Sen. Fuschillo will be talking to Seaford Middle School 6th graders on March 10, 2005 at 9am about Anti-smoking.
Dr. Gillman voiced concern about children's blood pressure. He feels children need to have routine height/weight/ blood pressure screening in the school
similar to the vision screening they do in school. He is also concerned that high school students are not getting the recommended amount of sleep needed for
adolescents, and believes the school day begins too early and needs to be amended to a later time to give the students more time to sleep.
Hot Chocolate Run: we made a profit of $1,200 which will be used to sponsor a motivational speaker to the High School students. Ms. Holly suggested the local
MADD, as they have a list of local motivational speakers.
Seaford Beautification Committee: Mrs. Kern told us that March 15, 2005 is slated as the date that she will be inviting all of Seaford's service clubs and
organizations together to discuss what projects the various groups are working on related to the beautification of Seaford. She is hoping that this will help
alleviate duplication of projects and will coordinate a "Big Picture" for all groups.
The meeting was ended at 8:50pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara De Leon
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