March Meeting Minutes – Akron East High Alumni

Akron East High Alumni Association, Inc.
Minutes: March 14, 2024
Attending: Michelle Anderson, Larry Bond, Marsha Bond, Chuck Hayes, David Hoff, Sharon Kerechanin, Kenneth Larson, Marcia Martz, Mike Oliver, Don Young
Absent: Rochelle Henderson, Mike Nickolich, Walter Noland, Janet Stanley, John Stanley, Sally Thompson
President M. Oliver called the meeting to order at 6:08 PM.
Secretary’s Report (M. Bond substituting for S. Thompson)
C. Hayes moved and K. Larson seconded accepting the January minutes as written.
Treasurer’s Report (L. Bond)
Financial Report – All PNC accounts reconciled on Quicken.
- Checking Account Beginning Balance: $7,083.63. Final Balance: $15,406.35
  - Major Expenses: $1,000 Scholarship Funding for 1 Renewal scholarship.
  - Major Income: Donation to Scholarship Fund: Larry & Marsha Bond $4,000
- Money Market Account. Beginning Balance: $53,974.82 Final Balance: $54,144.91
  - Major Expenses: None
Major Income: $170.09 interest
A VENMO portal is now active for anyone wishing to make cash transfers from their own checking accounts to the Akron East Alumni Association Inc account. We are listed as a Charity. This can be used as an alternative to PayPal.
Communications (M. Oliver)
M. Oliver stated the February Board Meeting Minutes were posted on the website as well as on Facebook.
Fred and Barb Silvey were nominated for March “Spirit Wins Award” for their help with the Annual Alumni Reverse Raffle. M. Oliver will post on Facebook and our website.
M. Oliver to post Hall of Fame inductees and info for potential attendees to register for the upcoming event on 4/25.
Reverse Raffle (John Stanley/Sharon Kerechanin) on 3/7/24 at Guy’s Party Center
S. Kerechanin expressed gratitude for a successful event and appreciation to all those who volunteered for event.
Treasurer L. Bond announced that approximately $12,100.00 was brought in to date.
“Sunshine Cupcakes” donated cupcakes for the dinner again this year. M. Bond sent note of gratitude on our letterhead along with 501c(3) tax number for Deb McCurry.
M. Bond also sent acknowledgements to J. Sasnecki for his $1,000 contribution, as well as Ross Family ($100) and J. White ($100).
M. Bond also mailed notes of gratitude to those non-board volunteers who helped with event.
M. Bond and S. Kerechanin compiled and passed out reflections/suggestions document for next year’s Reverse Raffle. M. Bond asked board to email or txt further suggestions to her for inclusion as well.
Scholarship (M. Bond)
M. Bond shared that two more renewals were paid since our last meeting, adding to the current total of 6 out of 10 original awards recipients!
M. Bond shared that our East CLC Project Grad liaisons are now: Matthew Futch and assistant, Theresa Manzell. Both have responded to Marsha.
M. Bond reminded that in order for inclusion of scholarship recipients in the APS school video, our selection process/awards need to be completed by mid-April, prior May’s Recognition Assembly.
This year’s scholarship evaluation committee consists of: M. Anderson. M. Bond, K. Larson, M. Oliver and S. Thompson.
60+ Reunion (J. Stanley/M. Bond) on 6/13/24 at Guy’s Party Center
M. Bond reported that 26 alumni (from class of ’52 thru incoming class of ’64) were present for first planning session and are off to a great start! Goal is to make for a memorable 10^th Annual Event. We hope for the attendance of Kitty Stofsick (class of ’49), this year, who is the original organizer.
Proposed planning dates (All on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 PM.) are as follows: 4/10, 5/15, and 6/5 (if needed).
Hall of Fame (D. Hoff)
Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, 4/25 at The Venue Banquet Center in Tallmadge.
D. Hoff confirmed that all 8 inductees have accepted; Nameplates & trophies by Symth’s Trophies are completed.
D. Hoff reported that Carmen Studios will do photography.
L. Bond will print all attendee nametags and make program design; APS to print the programs.
S. Kerechanin, M. Anderson, C. Hayes and M. Bond to be at Check-in Table. Complimentary tickets to be provided for East CLC, W. Noland and V. Derr.
M. Bond to make cardboard name plates/tents for inductee tables to avoid use of those plates meant solely for mounting at East CLC.
M. Bond agreed to contact Top Mac about having Jr. ROTC Guard Present the Colors prior to luncheon.
D. Hoff announced that there will be no videos by APS available this year.
D. Hoff to be Master of Ceremonies for the last time this year.
C. Hayes and K. Larson volunteered to help with leadership of this event next year.
One nominee tabled for next year consideration to date.
Memorabilia (M. Oliver, L. Bond)
L. Bond shared that 60% of yearbooks are now online. All yearbooks in our possession (or Senior Edition of the Caravan, published in lieu of a yearbook in 1920’s and 1930’s) up to 1981 are now available on-line on the Alumni Website.
Other Business
Discussion occurred on importance of having board members who attend regularly.
L. Bond shared interest of memorabilia by classes who were at the Reverse Raffle.
M. Oliver acknowledged that M. Anderson has agreed to accept the Chair of Membership and head possible future Linda Theatre Fundraiser next year.
M. Anderson requested that both subjects be on the agenda for next month’s meeting.
M. Oliver suggested need for a “Recruitment Chair” from Class of ’85 or beyond.
M. Oliver confirmed with custodial staff that building will be opened for next meeting date of April 4^th even though APS on break that week.
With no further business, a motion was made by D. Hoff and seconded by C. Hayes to adjourn at 7:15 PM.