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Minutes 02-27-03MI'NUTES OF THE ADVZSORY BOARD ON CHI'LDREN AND YOUTH MEE'I'.[NG HELD TN COMMI'SSI'ON CHAMBERS`, CTrY HALL`, BOYNTON BEACH`, FLORTDA ON THURSDAY,, FEBRUARY 27`, 2003 AT 7:00 P.M. Present Steve Waldman, Chairman Mary Morera, Vice Chair .lulie Claude .lessica Cohen .~oyce O'Hara Shanna St..lohn Lori Wilkinson Phyllis Stern, Alternate Willie Pearl Wilson, Alternate Sherri Claude, Assistant to the Recreation Director Absent Hattie IVliller Elizabeth Vanderhorn Call to Order Chairman Waldman called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. ZZ. Moment of Silent Prayer/Pledge of Allegiance Ms. Cohen led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag after which there was a moment of silent reflection. ZZT. Approval of Minutes of 3anuary 23`, 2003 Motion Ms. Stern moved to approve the minutes. Ms. O'Hara seconded the motion that carried unanimously. ZV, Approval of Agenda Ms. Cohen requested that the Black History Month project (HeritageFest) be added to the agenda. Ms. St. John requested that discussion of a Teen Center be added. The agenda was accepted as amended. Meeting Minutes Advisory Board on Children & Youth Bovnton Beach, Florida February 27, 2003 V. Announcements/Presentations/Correspondence Chairman Waldman introduced Larry Treff, an active member of the Boynton Beach Chapter of the Kiwanis Club. He recently received an award from the Kiwanis Club for his services to the schoolchildren in the greater Boynton Beach area. He has degrees in Industrial Management and Marketing. Mr. Treff served in the military during World War TI, where he received the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. Mr. Treff spoke regarding the Boynton Beach Kiwanis Club. He discussed various activities such as providing "Lost Tooth" awards for elementary age school children. Through an organization called "Millions of Books," the Kiwanis Club was able to provide over 100 books to elementary school children in remedial classes and for many of these children it was the first book that they had ever owned. They received a commitment from each child that they would read the book and they could exchange a book with a friend after they read theirs. The Kiwanis Club received a beautiful thank you note from the kids. Kiwanis Club is an international club and their new motto is "Serving the Children of the World." Another program in elementary schools is called "Terrific Kids" and this teaches social skills and responsibility. The child sets a goal with his/her teacher and when it is achieved, the child gets a certificate and a pin. The parent also receives a bumper sticker denoting this. Mr. Treff discussed the "BUG" program (Bringing Up Grades) in the elementary schools. This program focuses on under-achievers. After the first marking period, if children bring up their grades in two academic subjects, they are given a BUG certificate and a pin. This program has been very successful according to the principals. Kiwanis also has a theory that kids do well if they are involved with service clubs. The Kiwanis Club organizes and sponsors the K Kids Clubs in elementary schools and their motto is "We Build." The children at Galaxy Elementary School made small quilts as a community service. There are the Builders Clubs in middle schools that assist with Kiwanis activities. Ms. Cohen asked how the Kiwanis Club chooses which clubs it supports. Mr. Treff replied that the Kiwanis Club organizes these clubs. Ms. Cohen is on the Boynton Beach High School newspaper staff and said that they could use some assistance. Mr. Treff reported that the Kiwanis Club would like to start a club at Boynton Beach High School but has not been successful. Ms. Stern stated that the Board has a volunteer awards program for the Boynton Beach youth and suggested that perhaps the Kiwanis Club could become a sponsor. Ms. St. John asked who she should contact at the Kiwanis Club to get the kids involved in the March of Dimes Walk in April. Mr. Treff advised Ms. St. John to contact Bill Hagan who operates a State Farm agency. Chairman Waldman inquired whether there was a Builders Club at Congress Middle School and was told that the club was now dormant. 2 Meeting Minutes Advisory Board on Children & Youth Bovnton Beach, Florida February 27, 200~ Ms. Wilkinson commented that she was a seven-year Kiwanian and is involved with the Action Club at Royal Palm School, which is specifically targeted for ESE students. Mr. Treff felt that the Action Clubs were the most worthwhile activities of the Kiwanis Club. Ms. Wilkinson offered her assistance if the Kiwanis Club was interested in starting another Action Club. Ms..lulie Claude said that she tutors children after school and she sees how hard they try to excel in their studies so they can be a part of the BUG and Terrific Kids programs. She thanked Mr. Treff and the other Kiwanis members. The Board thanked Mr. Treff for his presentation to the Board. Chairman Waldman read the letter sent by Ms. Sherri Claude to Cad Zylstra inviting her to be a judge for the Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year Award. It was requested that letters be sent to all previous winners and Ms. Claude said that she would. The other correspondence concerned the March of Dimes Walk on April 26th at F.A.U. on Glades Road in Boca Raton. Ms. St..lohn explained that registration begins at 7 a.m. and the walk is at 8:30 a.m. There will be a full breakfast and lunch. There is a 3-mile walk and an 8.6-mile walk. Ms. Wilkinson commended everyone who was involved in the HeritageFest. The committee did a fantastic job. VI. Public Audience None VTT. Old Business A. Youth Volunteer Bank It was noted that the date for the banquet is May 31~ at the Civic Center. Ms. Sherri Claude requested that if anyone knows a D..]., especially one who would work for free, to let her know. Unless someone knows of one, they will probably have the D.,1. who does all of Recreation's events. Ms. Sherri Claude distributed packets for the Board to solicit sponsors. These are for people/businesses who have not sponsored in the past. The cover sheet shows the previous years' sponsors to whom she had sent letters. It was noted that a lot of these sponsors have donated every year and, therefore, it is expected that they will do so again. She will let the Board know by the next meeting who have and have not responded. It was the consensus of the Board that they would contact these previous sponsors to follow-up. For information purposes, it was noted by Ms. Stern that the contact person for the Youth Expo for Hunters Run is Edward Seh. 3 Meeting Minutes Advisory Board on Children & Youth Bovnton Beach, FIQrida February 27~ 2003 B. Bob Borovy Award Ms. Sherri Claude informed the Board that she sent application packages in January to Atlantic High School, Boynton Beach High School, Lake Worth Christian, and Santaluces High School. She also followed this up with a fax this week. It was noted that there was also a press release that has been out for months. In answer to a question regarding whether only teachers could nominate students, it was explained that anyone could apply for this award; however, the student must meet the · qualifications and be a graduating senior. A copy of the application will be sent out with the minutes from tonight's meeting. C. Bowling Tournament The bowling tournament will be held on Sunday, July 27th, at AMF Lanes in Boynton Beach. D. Guest Speakers There were no guest speakers announced for future meetings. ~[t was the consensus of the Board that, in the future, they would limit the amount of time for guest speakers. E. Tennis Tournament rvls. IVlorera said that she had not received a response from David (the tennis professional at Hunters Run). Ms. Stern stated that she had spoken to him yesterday and he confirmed the date of April 26th. Ginny Shea will help with the flyers. F. Other VIII. New Business A. HeritageFest Chairman Waldman said that he would talk to Ms. Cohen later regarding the HeritageFest. B. Teen Center Ms. St. John explained that she is in the Delray Beach Leadership program. They toured Delray Beach's Teen Center that is located in their old Women's Club. She thought it was fabulous and felt that the Board should visit the facility and revisit this issue with our City Commissioners. She thought that Boynton Beach was in desperate need of a Teen Center. Delray Beach's Teen Center is run by the City of Delray Beach. Ms. Julie Claude wondered why there was a need for another center when Boynton Beach has a teen club at the Civic Club. Ms. St. John thought that was a good beginning but that teens need a building devoted to them with more activities (e.g., computers, tutors, dances, and plays). Ms. O'Hara felt that teens are so overlooked now and they need a safe environment. Meeting Minutes Advisory Board on Children & Youth Bovnt0n Beach, Florida February 27, 2003 Motion Ms. St. 3ohn moved that pending obtaining a bus and scheduling the tour with Delray Beach, the Board would tour the Delray Beach's Teen Center during their next regularly scheduled Board meeting on March 27th. Ms. O'Hara seconded the motion that carried unanimously. IX. Future Meeting Dates: March 27, 2003 April 24, 2003 X. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was duly adjourned at 8:27 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Bonnie Glinski Deputy City Clerk THE BOB BOROVY STUDENT CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD Sponsored by the City of Boynton Beach Recreation & Park Department and the Advisory Board on Children & Youth The City of Boynton Beach Advisory Board on Children and Youth announces the fourth annual Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year Award. This $1,000 cash award will be given to the graduating high school senior who best epitomizes the spirit of volunteering and giving to the community as exemplified by the late Bob Borovy. A United States Veteran and former Advisory Board on Children and Youth member, Mr. Borovy was an active citizen of the Boynton Beach community for many years. The requirements are as follows: The nominee must be a resident of the City of Boynton Beach (live within the corporate city limits). The nominee must have done significant volunteer work and have made meaningful contributions to his/her school community, religious community, social service organizations and/or to the community of Boynton Beach. The nominee must be a person of good moral character. · :. The nominee must be nominated by three adults (not related to the nominee). The nominee must write a 100-300 word essay on what he/she has learned from performing volunteer community service. (Essays should be typed and double-spaced). · :. The nominee must complete the appropriate application. · :- Supporting documentation such as news articles, letters and pictures should be placed in the packet sent for the nominee. All materials sent in the packet will be considered the property of the City of Boynton Beach and the Advisory Board on Children and Youth and will not be returned. Please do not send valuable original pictures or materials. Photocopies will be sufficient. The winner will be selected by a panel of judges. Their decision shall be final. The winner will be announced at the annual Youth Volunteer Bank Awards Banquet in May. Finalists will be notified by mail. The award winner will have his/her name placed on a permanent plaque at City Hall. All finalists will be recognized with a certificate. All applications must be received by April 47 2003 Contact Sherri Claude, Recreation Department, for more information (561) 742-6224 THE BOB BOROVY STUDENT CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD CHECK SHEET Prior to submittal, please ensure that all requirements are met. Incomplete applications will be ineligible for judging. Please enclose this form with your application. NAME City of Boynton Beach resident (within the corporate city limits) Completed application including student and parent signature 3 Letters of Recommendation (from adults NOT related to nominee) Essay (100-300 words, typed & double-spaced) What you have learned from performing volunteer community service Supporting Documentation (please list what is being included) APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 4~ 2003 MAIL TO: CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH RECREATION DEPARTMENT "BOB BOROVY AWARD" P.O. BOX 310 BOYNTON BEACH, FL 33425-0310 THE BOB BOROVY STUDENT CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD APPLICATION LAST NAME ADDRESS FIRST NAME CITY SCHOOL COMMUNITY SERVICE PERFORMED' (Please attach supporting documentation) ZIP E-MAIL PHONE ORGANIZATION CONTACT PERSON VOLUNTEER WORK DATES/ & PHONE NUMBER PERFORMED HOURS (for verification) SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENTS/ACCOLADES~ ETC (Please attach supporting documentation) RELEASE I hereby give permission to the City of Boynton Beach Recreation Department and Advisory Board on Children and Youth to use my name, any photos and other relevant materials and information for the purposes of publicizing the Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year Award. I hold said advisory board, its individual members and the City of Boynton Beach harmless from any misuse of my name or other materials. STUDENT SIGNATURE DATE PARENT SIGNATURE DATE The City of Boynton Beach Recreation & Park Department Administration 100 E. Boynton Beach Blvd. P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, Florida 33425-0310 (561) 742-6224 FAX: (561) 742-6233 Email: claudes@ci.boynton-beach.fl.us www.boynton-beach.org March 15, 2003 High School Juniors & Seniors: Last year I ran across an article in Redbook Magazine (copied in its entirety below) that I wanted to share with you, especially as time for prom dances approaches. What a creative and different way to help other, less fortunate students! Please pass along the information to others in your class who may be interested in donating to this program. Also, if you have any ideas for volunteering (either time or donating items), please let me know so that we can share them with other Youth Volunteer Bank members! c~tv o~ Boynton Beach Youth Volunteer Bank Sincerely, Banking Sherri Claude, Assistant to the Director ,..~ o, our Community ~ :i and our Future Recreation & Park Department P.S. Don't forget to turn in your hours for the Youth Volunteer Bank program! The deadline is April 1, 2003. Help ateen girl feel like a princess Prom is a high school highlight for many teenage girls: the hairdo, the date, and---of course---the dress. But many young women can't afford to buy a beautiful brand-new gown. That's why programs across the country collect formal drosses for girls from Iow-income families to wear to their proms. They need unopened makeup and gently worn dresses, shawls, purses, and shoes. Mail contributions to Sequin Dreams Project/Wakulla HS, Attn: Jet Fowler, 3237 Coastal Hwy., Crawfordville, FL 32327 or to Fairy Godmothers, Attn: Joyce Jesko, 2930 Turnpike Dr., Hatboro, PA 19040. America's Gate,ray to the Gui[stream ~ bl'b YOU REMEMBER TO: Send in your volunteer hours for the post year? (forms must be signed by you and on odult from ¢och organization.) Send in your "Box Tops for E~ducotion"? Send in your tickets if you donoted toys for "Toys for Tots"? The deadline is April 1, 2003! The Youth Volunteer Bonk Bonquet is scheduled for Moy 31 ond we wont to see you there! bon't miss out on the food, fun ond rewords! Tf you need odditionol trocking forms, please coil 685-8918 or e-moil obcy@ci.boynton-beoch.fl.us. To lear. more, ,90 to