In past articles the MDUSD and state budget crisis have been mentioned.  It is now time for the PTA to make some crucial decisions as to how we can help.  We have been very fortunate to have had an exceptional fund raising year this year and last.  Consequently, we have nearly $40,000 in funds we can use to help the school acquire necessary resources; assist in paying for instructional support and/or to maintain as reserves for potential budget shortfalls in the future.

The PTA budget for 2009-2010 is now on the website (Due to the spring recess this will be delayed. We will let you know as soon as it is posted to the site).  It includes our original budget, year-to-date results through the end of March and projected year end results.  I would like to encourage everyone to take a look at the budget.  See where our money is spent and think about what you would like to see continue, what you might consider not funding in order to support other needed programs and resources and where else our funds might be used. 

The Executive Board along with the Board-elect will be meeting later in April to work through these issues and then we will be bringing our thoughts to the May 7^th General PTA meeting.  I hope as many of you will attend as possible.  If you are unable but wish to share your thoughts, please e-mail me at smargriet@comcast.net.