DECEMBER FAMILY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

Family Council December Meeting Minutes can be downloaded here. 

Ward 7 November Council Minutes can be downloaded here. 

Happy Holidays!

FLIPGIVE - AN IRC FAMILY COUNCIL FUNDRAISING INITIATIVE

Hello IRC families!

We are excited to share a new fundraising initiative from IRC Family Council - FlipGive! Through this program, you can contribute by simply doing the things you are already doing. Buying coffee? Booking a hotel? Getting sports gear or buying books? All of those purchases help IRC Family Council!

How does it work?  

Anytime you buy a gift card or make a purchase online, your purchases will give Indian Road Crescent P.S. Family Council a kickback to support our many initiatives that enhance your child's experience at IRC.

When I can I start?

Simply download FlipGive through the App Store or get it in Google Play! Then, use our unique code: QQLMHR to join our team, and every time you shop online a percentage comes back to us! You can even share this code with family and friends.

Is there a catch?

It's completely FREE! FlipGive earns money through their retail partners and doesn't take a cent from us.

Can I make a donation instead?

Absolutely! We welcome all donations that can be made either directly to Family Council or through the FlipGive app.  Email amandawhite30@hotmail.com for cash donation information.

Is there a deadline?

Yes. We will end the fundraiser at the end of the school year in June, and provide reminders in advance of closing.

*Some Exclusions Apply*

Please read the Exclusions for each site you purchase from. Some do not allow you to use other codes, reward cash or points when making a purchase. For example, Amazon states:  Please ensure that there are NO ITEMS in your cart before you start shopping with FlipGive. You will not earn credit for items placed in your cart before you start. This includes Save for Later items.

We will provide monthly updates at IRC Family Council meetings of our FlipGive fundraising progress.  If you have any questions about FlipGive please email Fundraising Chairperson Katie at kat.rybnikar@gmail.com.

Thank you for your continued support. Happy shopping!

-IRC Family Council 

NOVEMBER FAMILY COUNCIL MINUTES

November Family Council meeting minutes are now available for download here. 

SUB-COMMITTEES AT IRC

Family Council has many sub-committees doing important work at IRC.  They need volunteers to help make their initiatives a reality! Want to learn more? Wondering how you could help? Read on (or click here to download). If you're interested in joining or supporting any of our committees, please email IRC Family Council Secretary Amanda amandawhite30@hotmail.com.

Fundraising Committee.  Chairperson: Katie Rybnikar.

This committee is responsible for all fundraising events and initiatives at our school.  Together we will set fundraising targets and work together to plan initiatives that meet those goals.  We are interested in all of your new, fresh ideas!   

Equity Committee.  Co-Chairpersons: Kara Stewart-Agostino & Kris Britton.

The Equity Committee is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within our school community. The Equity Committee will work alongside school staff and administration to develop and support IRC's commitment to social justice and celebrate diversity.

Greening Committee.  Chairperson: Tiffany Wyse.

The Greening Committee's mandate is to improve the grounds at Indian Road Crescent Junior Public School in order to:
a. Restore and rehabilitate the natural features of the grounds;
b. Introduce alternative surfaces for play and recreation so that the grounds
support multiple uses by students and community members;
c. Improve the area aesthetically in an ecologically sensitive way; and
d. Provide educational opportunities for those using the grounds.

Arts Committee.  Co-Chairpersons: Maite Feeney & Jen Hastings.

Music. Drama.  Visual Arts.  The aim of this committee is to liaise with IRC teachers and community about what programs and initiatives we want to secure, to enhance our children’s love of the arts.

By-Laws Committee.  Chairperson: Chris Chrighton.

Last year, the By-Laws Committee drafted Council’s first set of by-laws. This year’s task is to ensure that the by-laws actually work in practice. I propose a mid-year meeting to review and discuss. Additionally, now that we have the basics we can look at codifying other aspects of Council’s mandate, like sub-committees and an election process.  Buckle up, folks - we’re in for a wild ride here on the by-law highway!

Fun Fair Committee.  Chairperson: TBD

The Fun Fair is an important fundraising event that brings the entire IRC community together for an afternoon of fun, games, rides, music, food and more!  There are a variety of ways to get involved from the planning stages to volunteering on the day of the event.  Help us make Fun Fair 2020 the best yet!

OCTOBER MINUTES + BUDGET

The Minutes from the October Family Council meeting and the approved 2019/2020 school year budget are now available to download here and here. 

IRC MOVIE NIGHT - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

RC Movie Night is this Thursday, October 24th for a suggested $5 admission!  We are showing the Secret Life of Pets 2. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the movie begins at 6:30 pm.  Bring your sleeping bags, blankets, pillows etc. to enjoy this IRC tradition in comfort.  Pizza, popcorn and treats will be sold.  Bring your own reusable cups for water.  VIP seating available for an additional $5 per person; email Katie at kat.rybnikar@gmail.com to reserve your spot.  

Volunteers Needed!  Movie Night can't happen without YOUR help and so far we don't have enough volunteers to run this event successfully. YIKES!  We need help setting up, selling concessions, taking admission and help cleaning up afterwards.  If you can assist, please email Katie at kat.rybnikar@gmail.com.

Our first Pizza Day of this school year is Friday, October 25.  We need volunteers to help distribute the pizza.  If you can help, please arrive at school by 11:30 and expect to stay for approximately 45 minutes.

Proceeds from Pizza Day and Movie Night support Family Council initiatives and important enhancements to our children's experiences at school.  Thank you for your support!

-IRC Family Council 

IRC MOVIE NIGHT - THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24th

IRC Movie Night will be held Thursday, October 24th for a suggested $5 admission!  We are showing the Secret Life of Pets 2. Doors open at 6:00 pm and movie begins at 6:30 pm.  Bring your sleeping bags, blankets, pillows etc. to enjoy this IRC tradition in comfort.  Pizza, popcorn and treats will be sold.  Bring your own reusable cups for water.  VIP seating available for an additional $5 per person; email Katie at kat.rybnikar@gmail.com to reserve your spot.  

Volunteers Needed!  Movie Night can't happen without YOUR help.  We need people to set up, sell concessions and take admission throughout the movie, and people to help us clean up afterwards.  If you can assist, please email Katie at kat.rybnikar@gmail.com.

Proceeds from this event support Family Council initiatives and important enhancements to our children's learning experiences at school.  Thank you for your support!