May 2024 PTO Meeting Minutes

Chestnutwold Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

General Meeting Minutes: Wednesday May 1st, 2024

  • Recording Secretary - Call for vote on minutes, minutes approved 

  • Principal’s Remarks- 

    • PSSA’s are done except for 4th grade 

    • Dodgeball tournament today, A fun and nice way to end the PSSA’s

    • Assemblies coming up

    • 5th Grade “Annie” coming up

    • There is a lot on the schedule, check the weekly SMORE

  • PTO Executive Board Elections 

    • We will now hold elections for the open roles on Chestnutwold’s PTO Executive Board. The positions that are open at the end of this school year are Co-President, Co-Treasurer, VP of In-School Events, VP of Out-of-School Activities, and VP of After-School Clubs. 

      • Co-President

        • Candidate: Alex Reed

          • I hope to serve as Co-President for the Chestnutwold PTO Board in the 2024/2025 school year. I currently have a child in third grade and one in kindergarten. I have a previous career in marketing, advertising and branding. I took time off to be home full-time with the kids, and have recently returned to part-time work serving various roles in Aquatics. In the past, I have chaired Phoenix Fun Day and Run Club, as well as been a homeroom helper and a regular volunteer for PTO events. I love the Chestnutwold community, and all that we are able to offer - I look forward to contributing to and continuing the great work of the PTO.

        • 12 votes- all in favor, none opposed.  Motion to elect Alex Reed as Co-President passes. 

      • Co-Treasurer

        • Candidate: Nicolas Biren

          • Originally from France, my wife Ursula and I moved to the US some 17 years ago and landed in Ardmore in the summer of 2022. I spent all my professional life in investment banking. We have a son in 7th grade at HMS and another in 1st grade at Chestnutwold. The kids, parents, and educators we met here are the #1 reason we’ve decided to stay for good. We simply love this school and the community around it and I’m hoping to help it grow with whatever ability I have…my passion for MS Excel might be it!

        • 12 votes- all in favor, none opposed.  Motion to elect Nicolas Biren as Co-Treasurer passes. 

      • VP, In-School Events

        • Candidate: Lauren Farber

          • Lauren Farber Weintraub and her family are recent transplants from Brooklyn. Her son, Garrett, is in the third grade. He is not shy at admitting that he likes PA better than NY, and even the Phillies better than the Yankees! Thanks to the opportunities provided by Chesnutwold and the PTA, we already feel part of this incredible community. Garrett has thrived academically and socially during this year. My husband and I have found fellow parents to be friendly and welcoming. With a full time job in Philadelphia, it is challenging to attend every school event. However, by serving on the executive board, I look forward to participating behind the scene! Thank you for your consideration.

        • 12 votes- all in favor, none opposed.  Motion to elect Lauren Farber Weintraub as VP, In-School Events passes. 

      • VP, Out-of-School Activities

        • Candidate: Jasmine Mazzola

          • I have 2 children attending Chestnutwold, Preston in 3rd grade and Paige in 1st.  I love being a part of my children's school lives by supporting as a Homeroom Helper or by participating on a committee like Trunk or Treat and Bag Bingo. My kids love the school and I want to help make their school a great experience both during the day and after school hours. I currently supervise special education compliance and interventions for a charter school in Philadelphia. I am excited to join the Chestnutwold PTO.

        • 12 votes- all in favor, none opposed.  Motion to elect Jasmine Mazzola as VP, Out-of-School Activities passes. 

      • VP, After-School Clubs

        • Candidate: Casey Sacchetti

          • This is my third year on the PTO executive board, previously I served two years as Treasurer. I have 3 children - Kennedy is in third grade and twins, Cameron and Carter, are in kindergarten. Prior to staying home with my children, I taught and was a reading specialist at the elementary level. I love being a part of the Chestnutwold community and am excited to continue to support our amazing school!

      • 12 votes- all in favor, none opposed.  Motion to elect Casey Sacchetti as VP, After-School Clubs passes. 

    • Welcome New Board Members!!

  • Teachers’ Remarks

    • 4th grade team 

      • Thank you for help with the ifly field trip!

      • Ms Caroll extends her thanks for the card.

    • Events coming up- field day is May 16th, May want to check with Mr. Kershaw concerning field day refreshments 

    • Evening of the Arts- Mark calenders for Wednesday May 29th 6-pm for music art and community spirit. The event will be showcasing students' talents in both performance and arts. Stroll through the art show and marvel at the creativity and skill of our students and look for details on performing students to be sent home this week . Please contact Mrs. Esposto and Ms Kasmir with questions.

  • IDC Update

    • Transportation was the topic

    • Takeaway- positive reports on buses. 

  • Treasurers’ Report - April

  • VP of After-School Activities

    • Parent Prom Social is coming up this Friday May 3rd

    • Chestnutwold Chase is coming up- Sunday May 19th.  See signup genius for race day volunteer needs 

  • VP of In-School Activities

    • 16th & 17th parent volunteers will be hanging art for the Evening of the Arts

    • Thanks to Jill Robostello for Artist in Residence day. More information on Zentangle is in the library 

    • “Dream Big” paleontology assembly tomorrow. 

  • Jennifer Munch - Parent Seminar: Recognizing and Supporting Anxiety in Children