9Y+November+2011


 * 1) __ Settling-in / Silence __


 * 1) __ Welcome/Introductions -Sarah, Tate, Viviann __

We are approaching the 10 year anniversary of our involvement with the school, which will be graduating its first class from high school this month. We have built a library, funded a science lab and trained the teachers. We hope to do an assessment of the needs of the women & girls in the community, possibly using data from Oxfam. The school has asked for computers and a generator. We are looking into perhaps solar power possibilities (no electricity at the school). For the graduation, each graduate will get a 5 gallon can of cooking oil, a shawl or gloves, and a certificate. Letters continue to be exchanged (over a 100 last time). A banner at the CFS entrance celebrates the Top Chi graduates. The ASSP is having a clock made for the school that commemorates our partnership. ASSP is also presenting to Lower School on Wednesday, November 2.
 * 1) __ Afghan Sister School Update – Viviann __

The next deadline is around November 15. Jim will be doing a piece on the MS Peacemakers class. Charlie will remind Jim of the deadline.
 * 1) __ Reminder of next Parent Update deadline __

Ida met with Amy Smoker and Francoise. ASSP will set up display bulletin boards surrounding the space for MFW. In the center of the room we will “light” 3 candles for Early Schools, plus a candle for each Top Chi graduate. The graduates will be recognized by name during the Meeting. Query: What have I learned from our relationship with the school at Top Chi? (or something like that) Ida will solicit ideas – want a celebratory feel Ida will send final query to all staff – Jim will do the PA system US and MS will enter first – then LS Charlie will bring round table and tablecloth Folks who have worked with the ASSP are invited to attend Viviann & Ida will check with Alex about early set-up
 * 1) __ All School Meeting for Worship - Nov. 9 (10:30 – 11:00 in the gym) __

He would very much like to visit here and Guilford. Would like to be apart of classes. He’s on a pacemaker – having some issues regulating it. Hopes to be in shape for a visit; will update us in a month or so. Maybe video conference if he can’t travel?
 * 1) __ Update on Paul Lacey Visit __

Possibly an “unconferencing” structure : a list of topics, choices of activities, 2 workshops/sessions We would like to invite the Board to join us. __ Ideas for sessions: __ Quaker organizations: FCNL, AFSC, QVS, FCE, Quaker House….. Personal spirituality Quakerism 101 – John Hunter (history) How to teach Quakerism in different units Quaker leadership in business (Peter Skillern, banker) websites of Quaker Schools clerking (Marsha Green) local Quakers: Scott Holmes…. Quakerism and slavery film on Bayard Rustin “Brother Outsider” Christen Clougherty student panel (alum or current) on Quaker education (at arrival) peacemakers wax museum (MS kids) service in the classroom, relate of testimonies to work in the classroom mindfulness class Charlie or Natasha recap Pendle Hill trip Friends and war silence other
 * 1) __ Plans for April 24 Staff Development (1:30 – 5:00pm) __

Charlie and Jamie will set up a “survey monkey” Q and A for staff to indicate areas of interest. Survey results should be done before winter break; decide sessions and invite speakers, leaders by the end of January.

How do we invite Quakers into the life of the school? Ida will work on creating a resource list of locals who could do various things – i.e., Scott Holmes band for kids (Flying Hippos); John Hunter on Quaker history, etc. Migrating Quakers?? Quaker House? FGC traveling ministry? Amy Anderson (service)? Emily Stewart (silence)? Quaker Quest? Ida is thinking of targeting head teachers and asking them to assist their staff in implementing this. She is willing to present to Friday meeting. Once this list is compiled, it should be updated yearly.
 * 1) __ Continued discussion of on-going Quaker presence at CFS __

9. __Other ideas, reflections, announcements__ Barbara feels energized by these plans. Do we have enough Quaker resources here? Do we know what we have? Charlie is compiling a list of resources he has; much will be available for check out. Jamie will ask Allison to make a library display on Quaker info. Mary also? Aliza suggests a student project, a timeline of Quakerism. This could be a class, an elective, or an independent project for service credit.


 * 1) __ Closing Silence __

Next Meeting:

Tuesday, December 6 (7:00 – 8:30 pm) Lower School (meeting later cancelled)


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