KCC still accepting registrations for third session.  The following classes are OPEN.
If you are interested, please see John at Steller for more information.

Advertising Art and Design
Carpentry
Computer Electronics
Early Childhood Bag of Tricks from 1-6
Emergency Trauma Technician
Medical Terminology
Personal Care Assistant Training
Public Safety/Security-Criminalistics
Radio TV/Interactive Media
Small Engines
Work and Careers
Web Design

Alaska Tour Guide Training on a separate application

1. Call to Order
2. Attendance and Quorum- 16
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Approval of October Minutes
5. Reports

1. Principal-none
2. Staff

-       Recruitment and Retention: Our numbers are lower this year than they have been in the past. The staff is working on ways to increase enrollment and to increase the number of students who stay all 6 years. We will be working in small committees to accomplish this by looking at marketing strategies, probation, etc. Parent group will be forming joint committees with the staff to address these issues.

-       Grading/Transcript Program: The staff is looking into how we can get greater support in being able to not only teach the classes that we teach, but to be able to have our course titles reflect those classes on student’s transcripts. The staff are committing to submitting any new class that they teach to the district for course title approval. We are also planning on possible next steps if classes continue to be denied. Including ways for parents and students to help.

-       Preparing for Fairs: The annual alternative fair is the day of Feb. 5^{th (}10-3 P.M) we are looking for students to help out at our booth. Our “Open House” for perspective students is Feb. 10^th. We are looking for both parent and students help to make this year’s event as successful as it was last year. Any students interested in volunteering, contact Jen for the alternative fair, and Linda for the open house.

1. Parent Group

-       Temple of the Bean is needing parent volunteers to supervise while students are in the kitchen making coffee as per regulations. Contact Eliza McGownd (bookoflizla@gmail.com) for more info.

-       Parent Group is working on a bylaw change that would pass off Parent Group’s raffle license to the school, rather than be sold to a third party if Parent Group ever disbands.

1. Op Group

-       Several murals where passed

-       Creative Commons was created and has since held one show, and is planning another.

-       The Community Café was created and has since held one meeting.

-       A student brought a proposal to host a blood drive at Steller. It passed.

1. Old Business
   1. Advisory Group notebooks

The idea was brought to the last All Community Meeting. Changes will be made based on feedback. The possibility of making a digital copy is being explored.

1. Temple of the Bean

A management committee was formed. Two students are running TOB as a passage.

1. No homework on Ad Board nights

Whereas many Steller students participate in a variety of Steller community functions;

Whereas students involved in these functions frequently run into issues completing their homework because of these events;

Whereas the policy of homework extensions has been implemented before but never officially presented;

Whereas staff, students, and parents have all shown support for this policy;

Therefore let it be resolved that the following policy be officially passed and followed for all future community events:

The Policy includes:

The functions eligible will include Ad Board, All Community Meetings, Parent Group, Community Cafes, Talent Show, Open House, 6^th Grade Ice Cream Social, Creative Commons or any other evening gathering of the Steller community on Monday-Thursday

The general rule is that homework assignments due the day after one of these functions will be given an extension to the next class period. For the math classes that fit two assignments in the two nights between classes, one assignment will be due on the regular day while the other will be due the next class period, in addition to everything else that is due that day. Individual teachers will decide on extensions for projects, tests, and long-term homework. Though it is encouraged that homework be lightened as much as possible on meeting nights, homework extensions should not detract from the entire class timeline.

This policy is a privilege given to Steller students by the teachers. It is up to each individual to discuss the details of each assignment with their instructor. It is at the discretion of each teacher to decide upon the specifics for each class and each student. Students are not automatically guaranteed this privilege. Every student wishing to be granted extensions must talk to all affected teachers and they are responsible for completing all work and tests by the date set by the individual teacher.

The proposal was supported by both Parent Group and Op Group

-       Passed 16/0/0

1. New Business
   1. Credit for Participation in Student Government.

-Whereas student government is an essential part of the Steller Community

-Whereas participation in student government has decreased somewhat in the last few years

-Whereas the dedicated volunteers who participate in the student government should be rewarded for their work

-Whereas offering credit for participation in student government would not only reward those already participating but encourage others to join as well

-Therefore be it resolved that if a student taking part in Steller student government fulfills the specified set of requirements, they shall receive a quarter of social studies credit for a semester of student government work. The requirements are outlined below:

-The student shall attend all Op Group meetings they are able to (if they miss four meetings in a semester, they will no longer be eligible for credit)

-The student shall attend at least 2 Ad Board meetings during the semester

-The student shall attend at least one parent group meeting during the semester.

-The student shall attend any All Community Meetings that fall in the semester.

-The student shall submit a proposal to either Op Group or Ad Board during the semester.

-The student must be marked present by the sergeant-at-arms at all meetings they attend or they will not receive credit for attending. They should provide records of their attendance at the end of the quarter.

-At the end of the semester, the student will consult with a social studies teacher and discuss whether they have done enough to earn credit for their semester of work.

-       Parent Group and Ad Board both support the proposal. Tabled until further notice.

1. Ad Board business deadline proposal

Whereas Ad Board has previously met when there is no business to discuss;

Whereas such meetings are unnecessary and inconvenient to all who attend;

Whereas knowing what business items are brought forward will help the co-chairs to plan the Ad Board meetings;

Therefore let it be resolved that anyone wishing to submit business for an Ad Board meeting will do so no later than one week prior to the scheduled date of the meeting. The co-chairs will give notification 2 weeks prior to the scheduled meeting and anyone wishing to submit business will contact the co-chairs in the following week. If there is no business within one week of a scheduled Ad Board meeting, the co-chairs will give notice that the meeting will be canceled.

-       A friendly amendment was made to include that, if an Ad Board meeting is still a go a week before it is scheduled, more business may be added to the agenda.

-       Passed 16/0/0

1. Requirements and Retention

-       See staff report. No vote needed

1. Announcements

• SAT testing- Jan. 22 2011
• Talent show- Jan. 28 2011 – Tryouts on Jan. 19^th after school
• 2011 Alternative Fair- Feb. 5^th. 10:00 am- 3:00pm, ASD education center. Volunteers needed. Contact office
• Winter Prom- Feb. 5^th
• Open House and 6^th grade ice cream social- Feb. 10^th at 6:30 pm
• Inservice day- Feb. 18
• President’s day. No school. – Feb. 21^st
• Creative Commons- Feb. 25^th –  Auditions Feb. 1-2 after school
• End of 3^rd quarter- Feb. 25^th
• Next meeting

1. -       Parent Group- Feb. 9^th, 6pm
2. -       All Community Meeting- Feb. 24^th 6:30-8:30
3. -       Ad Board- March 2^nd– 7:00pm

1. Adjourn.

The yearbook needs Out of School Activity and Out of School Sports Images. Out of school activities include: Gifted Mentorships, Jobs, and volunteer work.  As far as Sports, the Yearbook does not need any more swimming pictures. If your student plays soccer, football, volleyball etc, we need these photos. We need them now! Those pages are about to be printed!

Yearbook Staff

Prom is coming!  Winter Wonderland, baby.  Get your tickets on sale at lunch.  $15 per person. Last year we sold out so get yours soon!! The Winter Prom will be at Viking Hall , Saturday night February 5^thfrom 8 – Midnight.
February 5th is ASD’s annual alternative fair.  Is it a chance for perspective students and their families to learn about different alternative schools.  It is a great opportunity for us to recruit new students.  We are looking for students to help out at the fair.  Please let Jen know if you are interested.

February 10th is our school’s Ice Cream Social (Open House) for perspective students and their families.  We are looking for students to help out.  Let Jen know if you are interested.  The times of the Open House are 6:30-8.

**WorkKeys for Seniors on January 27^th, 830 in the MPR.

Library Matters:

Overdues went out last week.   I hope everyone that needed one, got it.  Please try to locate all the books from last quarter.

Some of you have Preview  books for which you have promised to write a review.  This is a reminder  …and YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE.   Please  get them in to Karen.  It’s great you agreed to read these new books in the library and tell your peers about them.  We thank you.

February Creative Commons:

On Friday, February 25^th, we will be celebrating the love of words, images, music, and dance with the second Creative Commons.  The  theme is poetry.  Anybody wishing to perform should prepare for preliminary auditions on February 1^st and 2^nd after school.

See Alayne, a Creative Commons Committee Member, or advertisements for details.

MATHCOUNTS

MATHCOUNTS Competition is a national middle school coaching and competitive mathematics program with four levels of competition-school, chapter (local), state and national. Consisting of fun and creative problems that promote critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, the MATHCOUNTS competitions have written and oral rounds, as well as individual and team components. MATHCOUNTS Club opens to 7^th and 8^th grade and will meet twice a week at noon in Shanley/DanLu’s room.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of  Anchorage would like Steller to field one or more teams for the Bowl for Kids Sake campaign.  Teams consist of 4-6 people.  See handout for detailed instructions.  Your advisor has a copy and there is one on the announcement board next to the whiteboard near the front office.
All I.S. P.E. Students need to see Troy this week. Students that have not completed a contract will be dropped.

Try Outs for the Talent Show are this Wednesday after school. Talent Show is January 28th. Also… We’re looking for Seniors to MC and to perform a Senior Skit: See Anna Miller, Kaylin Sauer, or Jennifer W.

Model United Nations meets Wednesday at noon in Ken’s room. We have our countries and need to assign delegates to committees. It is vitally important that you attend.

Steller’s My Anti-Drug Club (Steller’s MAD) will meet Wednesday at noon in Nurse Wendy’s office; please join us to discuss plans for a student led anti-drug campaign here at Steller.

I.     Call to Order and Quorum (17)

II.     Approval of Agenda

III.     Master of Coin’s Report

-     $2890.83

IV.     Old Business-none

V.     New Business

a.     Chelsey- Mural

The Proposal:

Whereas we want to make a good impression on people who walk into our school,

Whereas change is good,

Whereas murals are a huge part of the Steller community,

Location: The very first mural at the end of the gym hallway. It is the first mural that you see when entering the school from the parking lot.

Therefore let it be proposed that I paint the proposed mural over the existing one. The current mural is beautiful, the idea is very Alaskan and unique, but years of wear and tear have done some unfortunate damage. My proposed mural will have the same color palette of purple, pink, blue, yellow, and orange, and also maintain the mountain theme of the original mural. My goal is to replace the current mural with a more modern one that has the same general idea in place.

In addition I would like to ask for $100.00 for supplies. Any un-used funds will be retuned to Op Group.

-     Sent back to advisory groups to be voted on.

b.     Homework Extension Policy.

The Proposal:

Whereas many Steller students participate in a variety of Steller community functions;

Whereas students involved in these functions frequently run into issues completing their homework because of these events;

Whereas the policy of homework extensions has been implemented before but never officially presented;

Whereas staff, students, and parents have all shown support for this policy;

Therefore let it be resolved that the following policy be officially passed and followed for all future community events:

The Policy includes:

The functions eligible will include Ad Board, All Community Meetings, Parent Group, Community Cafes, Talent Show, Open House, 6^th Grade Ice Cream Social, Creative Commons or any other evening gathering of the Steller community on Monday-Thursday

The general rule is that homework assignments due the day after one of these functions will be given an extension to the next class period. For the math classes that fit two assignments in the two nights between classes, one assignment will be due on the regular day while the other will be due the next class period, in addition to everything else that is due that day. Individual teachers will decide on extensions for projects, tests, and long-term homework. Though it is encouraged that homework be lightened as much as possible on meeting nights, homework extensions should not detract from the entire class timeline.

This policy is a privilege given to Steller students by the teachers. It is up to each individual to discuss the details of each assignment with their instructor. It is at the discretion of each teacher to decide upon the specifics for each class and each student. Students are not automatically guaranteed this privilege. Every student wishing to be granted extensions must talk to all affected teachers and they are responsible for completing all work and tests by the date set by the individual teacher.

-     Supported by Op Group. Will be brought to Ad Board for a vote.

c.     Credit for Participation in Student Government

The Proposal:
-Whereas student government is an essential part of the Steller Community
-Whereas participation in student government has decreased somewhat in the last few years
-Whereas the dedicated volunteers who participate in the student government should be rewarded for their work
-Whereas offering credit for participation in student government would not only reward those already participating but encourage others to join as well
-Therefore be it resolved that if a student taking part in Steller student government fulfills the specified set of requirements, they shall receive a quarter of social studies credit for a semester of student government work. The requirements are outlined below:
-The student shall attend all Op Group meetings they are able to (if they miss four meetings in a semester, they will no longer be eligible for credit)
-The student shall attend at least 2 Ad Board meetings during the semester
-The student shall attend at least one parent group meeting during the semester.
-The student shall attend any All Community Meetings that fall in the semester.
-The student shall submit a proposal to either Op Group or Ad Board during the semester.
-The student must be marked present by the sergeant-at-arms at all meetings they attend or they will not receive credit for attending. They should provide records of their attendance at the end of the quarter.
-At the end of the semester, the student will consult with a social studies teacher and discuss whether they have done enough to earn credit for their semester of work.

-     Sent back to advisory groups for discussion. Will also be sent to Ad Board for discussion and evaluation.

VI.     Reports

a.     Principal

Discuss in advisory groups the option of Steller students putting together a survey similar to the Youth Risk Behavior survey done by several Eagle River high school graduates.

The woodworking intensive worked very hard to refurbish the table. Please respect it! There have already been problems with writing on the table. We want to make our school look good, so use common sense when writing on the table. Also, the old lounge committee worked really hard to get Steller such a nice couch. It is already extremely damaged. PLEASE respect the couch! Discuss all of this in advisory groups, as well as the option on rebuilding the old lounge committee (talk to Olivia).

NO CLUTTER IN THE LOUNGE. This includes backpacks, coats, and any thing else that poses a fire hazard when left on the floor. Steller is fined $75 for every article that is deemed a fire hazard by the fire marshal.

b.     Staff

The alternative fair is Feb. 5^th from 10-3 at the Boniface center. If any students are interested in volunteering for this event, talk to your advisor or Linda.

The open house/6^th grade ice cream social is on Feb. 10^th. Student volunteers are needed! If interested, talk to your advisor.

c.     Parent-none

VII.     Announcements

a.     Prom is on Feb. 5^th 8- midnight at the Viking Hall! Posters are in the hallway for more info. Tickets are on sale during lunch.

VIII.     Adjourn.

Missing reps from: Alayne (middle school), Danielle (middle school), Gerald/Svetlana (middle school), Jennifer (middle school), Natalie (middle school), Shanley (middle school), Troy (middle and high school)