8/8/2019 CEA AR Meeting - November 30, 2010

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NOTES - AR General Meeting, 30 NOV 2010

Recess Policy: Leslie Hicks (Basha Elementary), President of the AzAHPERD,addressed the recess policies legislation and the importance of integrating physical activity

into the school day. Leslie discussed how brain research has shown that incorporatingphysical activity/energizers into the school day can help students improve focus andincrease academic achievement. She teaches an in-district class called, BRAIN BREAKSAND CLASSROOM ENERGIZERS (K-12).Bob Rice, School Board member, was present and communicated that at this time theBoard will not implement structured physical activity and let principals set their own recesspolicies.

**On December 6 th, 2010 the Arizona Republic also reported on the district’s policy in theChandler section. The article is available online at www.azcentral.com ** 

Political Action Update: Dawn K. thanked everyone who supported the variouscampaign efforts in the November elections. Although there were some heartbreakinglosses, the Bond election passed successfully and 3 School Board members were electedwho will continue to support the teachers and carefully make decisions for the district. Shereminds us to stay positive.Reporter Michelle Reese from the AZ Tribune is writing a story on teachers; she was onhand to talk to members.Various Committees need member support. If you are interested in getting more involved,please contact Jackie Tambone, V.P. of Committees or your Exec. Board contact for moreinformation.

Softball Tournament & Rally Update: Thanks to all of the teams who participated in thetournament and rally on October 30 th at Snedigar Park. Jackie Tambone and Cecilia Loera

did a fantastic job! Thanks ladies! 1st Place: Riggs Elementary2nd Place: CTA Liberty3rd Place: Frye Elementary

Member to Member Grant: The committee awarded 21 grants totaling $4,000! Thanks toall of our members who took the time to apply, and special thanks to those members whogave up their time to serve on the grant committee! See the CEA website for a list of grantwinners.

Membership Update: Nicole W. and Mike G. shared the results from the Fall

Membership drive and awarded members $5 for every new member recruit.Congratulations to Jackie T., who won the $100 CASH drawing! CEA is also holding aWinter Incentive drive; you can continue to earn $$$ for every new member recruit! Get theword out, and remember…strength in numbers!

Next meeting: January 11th @ CTA-Independence

Have a Happy, Joyful & Safe Holiday Season!