SHINING LIGHT FOUNDATION

 

MINUTES OF MEETING HELD: Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 5:30 pm

 

LOCATION:  UBS Financial Services, 1023 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette, LA

 

ATTENDEES:
Carolyn French, President    Lana Swanwick
Cynthia Dauphin, Vice President   Sandra Wilcox
Bruce Snow, Treasurer    Michael Huber
Mildred Baker, Secretary

 

Guest: Christy Sharon, Sylvan Learning Center

 

On motion of Mike, seconded by Sandra, Minutes of Meeting held April 2, 2013, with insertion under New Business of Check#468 and invitation to Christy Sharon, approved.

 

Christy Sharon of Sylvan Learning Center presented each member with a t-shirt.  She gave a report regarding Davion St. Julien’s progress.  He has attended 29 hours of tutoring, has a wonderful attitude, and will be ready for promotion to 4th grade.

 

On motion of Mike, seconded by Bruce, an additional 8 weeks of tutoring, 2 hours per week for the sum of $336.00 is approved.

 

Treasurer’s Report
Present balance: $19,638.97
Donations: Janice Roane $100; Albertsons Community Partners Program $42.79; Chevron Humankind Matching Gift Program $500.

 

New Business
Because of a family emergency John was unable to attend the meeting but reported to Michael by phone that he has 2 applications for field trips which are completed that he recommends we approve.  On motion of Mike, seconded by Bruce, applications are approved.  Details to be provided in the Minutes of the next meeting.

 

Sandra informed Christy Sharon that she will volunteer her time should Sylvan need a Spanish interpreter.

 

Carolyn advised that she had spoken with Larry Lanclos and told him that someone from Shining Light would like to speak to the Beavers Club.  Cynthia will contact him to explain the named scholarship program.

 

Meeting adjourned at 6:45 pm.

 

Next meeting will be held Monday, June 3, 2013 at 5:30 pm at the UBS office.