I.     Call to Order and Quorum (17)

II.     Approval of Agenda

III.     Master of Coin’s Report

-     $2890.83

IV.     Old Business-none

V.     New Business

a.     Chelsey- Mural

The Proposal:

Whereas we want to make a good impression on people who walk into our school,

Whereas change is good,

Whereas murals are a huge part of the Steller community,

Location: The very first mural at the end of the gym hallway. It is the first mural that you see when entering the school from the parking lot.

Therefore let it be proposed that I paint the proposed mural over the existing one. The current mural is beautiful, the idea is very Alaskan and unique, but years of wear and tear have done some unfortunate damage. My proposed mural will have the same color palette of purple, pink, blue, yellow, and orange, and also maintain the mountain theme of the original mural. My goal is to replace the current mural with a more modern one that has the same general idea in place.

In addition I would like to ask for $100.00 for supplies. Any un-used funds will be retuned to Op Group.

-     Sent back to advisory groups to be voted on.

b.     Homework Extension Policy.

The Proposal:

Whereas many Steller students participate in a variety of Steller community functions;

Whereas students involved in these functions frequently run into issues completing their homework because of these events;

Whereas the policy of homework extensions has been implemented before but never officially presented;

Whereas staff, students, and parents have all shown support for this policy;

Therefore let it be resolved that the following policy be officially passed and followed for all future community events:

The Policy includes:

The functions eligible will include Ad Board, All Community Meetings, Parent Group, Community Cafes, Talent Show, Open House, 6^th Grade Ice Cream Social, Creative Commons or any other evening gathering of the Steller community on Monday-Thursday

The general rule is that homework assignments due the day after one of these functions will be given an extension to the next class period. For the math classes that fit two assignments in the two nights between classes, one assignment will be due on the regular day while the other will be due the next class period, in addition to everything else that is due that day. Individual teachers will decide on extensions for projects, tests, and long-term homework. Though it is encouraged that homework be lightened as much as possible on meeting nights, homework extensions should not detract from the entire class timeline.

This policy is a privilege given to Steller students by the teachers. It is up to each individual to discuss the details of each assignment with their instructor. It is at the discretion of each teacher to decide upon the specifics for each class and each student. Students are not automatically guaranteed this privilege. Every student wishing to be granted extensions must talk to all affected teachers and they are responsible for completing all work and tests by the date set by the individual teacher.

-     Supported by Op Group. Will be brought to Ad Board for a vote.

c.     Credit for Participation in Student Government

The Proposal:
-Whereas student government is an essential part of the Steller Community
-Whereas participation in student government has decreased somewhat in the last few years
-Whereas the dedicated volunteers who participate in the student government should be rewarded for their work
-Whereas offering credit for participation in student government would not only reward those already participating but encourage others to join as well
-Therefore be it resolved that if a student taking part in Steller student government fulfills the specified set of requirements, they shall receive a quarter of social studies credit for a semester of student government work. The requirements are outlined below:
-The student shall attend all Op Group meetings they are able to (if they miss four meetings in a semester, they will no longer be eligible for credit)
-The student shall attend at least 2 Ad Board meetings during the semester
-The student shall attend at least one parent group meeting during the semester.
-The student shall attend any All Community Meetings that fall in the semester.
-The student shall submit a proposal to either Op Group or Ad Board during the semester.
-The student must be marked present by the sergeant-at-arms at all meetings they attend or they will not receive credit for attending. They should provide records of their attendance at the end of the quarter.
-At the end of the semester, the student will consult with a social studies teacher and discuss whether they have done enough to earn credit for their semester of work.

-     Sent back to advisory groups for discussion. Will also be sent to Ad Board for discussion and evaluation.

VI.     Reports

a.     Principal

Discuss in advisory groups the option of Steller students putting together a survey similar to the Youth Risk Behavior survey done by several Eagle River high school graduates.

The woodworking intensive worked very hard to refurbish the table. Please respect it! There have already been problems with writing on the table. We want to make our school look good, so use common sense when writing on the table. Also, the old lounge committee worked really hard to get Steller such a nice couch. It is already extremely damaged. PLEASE respect the couch! Discuss all of this in advisory groups, as well as the option on rebuilding the old lounge committee (talk to Olivia).

NO CLUTTER IN THE LOUNGE. This includes backpacks, coats, and any thing else that poses a fire hazard when left on the floor. Steller is fined $75 for every article that is deemed a fire hazard by the fire marshal.

b.     Staff

The alternative fair is Feb. 5^th from 10-3 at the Boniface center. If any students are interested in volunteering for this event, talk to your advisor or Linda.

The open house/6^th grade ice cream social is on Feb. 10^th. Student volunteers are needed! If interested, talk to your advisor.

c.     Parent-none

VII.     Announcements

a.     Prom is on Feb. 5^th 8- midnight at the Viking Hall! Posters are in the hallway for more info. Tickets are on sale during lunch.

VIII.     Adjourn.

Missing reps from: Alayne (middle school), Danielle (middle school), Gerald/Svetlana (middle school), Jennifer (middle school), Natalie (middle school), Shanley (middle school), Troy (middle and high school)