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meal cost does not discourage people from staying for meals. There was discussion over refunds for those that do not show up. Paul talked about a standing conference committee that is needed for exhibitors and planning and could be chaired through the vice-president or president elect. They could also be charged with marketing. He is looking for a 3 year commitment and the members of the committee would be rotated off. He hopes to have a meeting in June to begin planning. Some people would like to see a job description before committing to that committee. Paul will take names of interested members and then select a committee. Rock Springs will be adding fiber optics so the technology opportunities will be increasing. An electronic evaluation will be sent following KATS KAMP. Marketing concerns were discussed. Danny has been posting KATS KAMP info on our facebook page. Lu suggested KATS tying in with lesson plans and sessions at KATS KAMP. Discussion was held again on putting the presenters’ handouts on the website, but there may be copyright issues with doing that. It was suggested that we encourage universities to place student teachers with active KATS members. Mary suggested testimonials on the webpage and streaming videos on the web page. This could be part of a charge for a technology committee. Paul would like to bring in a consultant at the September meeting for marketing. Carrie suggested making a promotional video to show at other conferences. A sign-up sheet went around for those interested being a part of a technology/marketing committee. Vice – President: Jim Ellis Jim reported that we had 16 exhibitors, not counting KATS memorabilia and Mohling foundation. Four booths were not charged – KESTA, Mohling foundation, KATS memorabilia, and NSTA. One of the challenges for the exhibitors was access to electricity. A good time for the exhibitors was the break after the keynote speaker. Diane suggested a “passport” idea in which attendees would get their “passport” punched at exhibitor’s booths and then enter it into a drawing for prizes. Jim suggested that any ideas be sent to the VP and added to the database. Sally suggested that we need more signs leading people to the exhibitors. Another suggestion is to put the refreshments at the back so people have to walk all the way through to get to them. Sally also suggested exhibitors be placed upstairs along with the rock raffle and Mohling auction. Past President: Emmett Wright No report sent. There were no regional awards given out this year.
Treasurer’s Report: Shirley Rose Shirley gave out a report listing 2011 expenses and income. One CD has been broken into a small CD and a NOW account. Shirley will look up the minimum balance required for that NOW account and add it to the notes for the next treasurer’s report. These figures are the best we can come up with from the information that was left by the previous treasurer. Paul reminded us that we now have to pay sales tax also. Diane suggested a “contribution check-off” (or planned giving) line on the membership form. Germaine moved and Marilyn seconded to accept the treasurers report. Motion carried. Membership Report: Lori Coles Lori reported that since the last board meeting we have had 17 new registrations – 6 of those students and 11 regular registrations. Most were on-line registrations. Lori will look at adding a line on the form for additional contributions. OTHER REPORTS: KATS KAMP Report: Carol Hewitt Carol reported that we had 161 attendees at the 2011 KATS KAMP. 58% of those registered on-line with 42% registering by paper form. Most people (61%) chose package B where they could choose which meals and nights they wanted. Carol thanked those that helped with registration and believes that registration next year will go much smoother. Carol Williamson submitted the following written report on the New Teacher Reception: 19 teachers attending the New Science Teacher reception (8 in their first 2 years teaching; 10 preservice (4 FHSU, 3 WSU, 3 KU) Grade levels represented were: 1 Early Childhood, 6 Elementary, 5 Middle School, and 6 High School When surveyed as to the most interesting and/or inspiring sessions at KATS, the following were mentioned (along with “many more”): Doc Gizmo FOSS ALL the sessions Professional Learning Communities Keynote speaker NSTA District XI: Sally Harms Sally reported that Congress will be in Baltimore on July 12-17 th this summer. NSTA fall regionals will be held in Hartford, New Orleans, and Seattle. The NSTA national will be in Indianapolis next March 29 – April 1. KSDE Report: Matt Krehbiel Matt announced that the “Next Generation Science Standards” will be coming out soon. Matt will put together state level reviews of standards document. The state assessments may lack
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