Grant Advisory Council (GAC)

	The Grant Advisory Council (GAC) is an elected body of parents and staff that oversees the school plan, the facilities, and curriculum.
	Mission Statement
	We hold high academic expectations for every child. We will continue to create a challenging and effective learning environment that recognizes and respects the individuality and diversity of our students. Students will become problem solvers and citizens of strong character and ability. We will fulfill our mission with an action-oriented attitude.
	Council Representatives:
	Chairman..................... Vice Chairman.............. Secretary..................... Brent Cohen Patti Braun Martha Monahan At Large....................... At Large....................... At Large....................... At Large....................... At Large....................... Teacher........................ Teacher........................ Teacher........................ Teacher........................ CREST.......................... Principal....................... Helene P. Von Schreiber-Morgan Richard Krop Wes Terry Emily Arms Monicka Guevara Jenny Lipson Patty O'Connor Susan Croft Chris Thomas Peter Lumsden Alan Friedenberg
	School Improvement Budget 2008-09
	EXPENSES $ Teacher Hourly 7450 Teacher Release 7200 Conference/Travel 300 Clerical 7760 Benefits 4403 Bilingual Liaison 5463 Benefits 2254 Instructional Supplies 10000 Copier Maintenance Agrmt 4500 Gestetner Maint. Agreement 1300 Gestetner Overage Expense 700 Other Equipment 3500 Capital Outlay 3030 Library 1000 Indirect Cost 2986 TOTAL EXPENSES $61,846
	GATE Budget
	Teacher Hourly $3320 Instructional Supplies $500 TOTAL EXPENSES $3,820
	Gate funds will pay for art and poetry teachers for all 4th and 5th grade GATE students. Funds will also be allocated for gifted instructional supplies, books and other materials.