September 2, 2007
The President commented today on the Ice Breaker that took place Wednesday, August 29:
"I think that the Ice Breaker was a tremendous success. I want to thank our Athletic Directors for their assistance in the Lifesaver and bat games. I also want to thank everyone who contributed to this event through the supplies they brought or for their attendance and involvement in the events."
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September 30, 2007
The President reflected upon Beach Day (Wednesday, September 5) and the upcoming votes on the Constitution's amendments:
"I deemed Beach Day to be a success, even if we were unable to do the sand sculptures. Volleyball, football, and kuub made the day eventful for all of us.
"I would like to draw your attention to the amendments this Student Association would like to see adopted by the Student Association at-large:
'PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
'1st AMENDMENT
Every Student Association Executive Committee member shall be expected to attend all SA functions.
'2nd AMENDMENT
A Student Association Senate shall be created, comprising two representatives of the 9-12 grades (one from each gender). As a representative body, they shall be given authority to meet at their own pleasure and to give support and recommendations to the Student Association Executive Committee. The President of the Senate shall be the Vice-President of the Student Association.
'3rd AMENDMENT
The Board of Publications is hereby abolished.
'4th AMENDMENT
The Sub-Committee on Community Services is hereby abolished.
'5th AMENDMENT
The Student Athletic Council is hereby abolished.
'6th Amendment
The right of students in the eighth grade at Pine Tree Academy to vote for the following year’s Student Association officers shall not be denied or abridged.' "
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November 3, 2007
The President commented on the Ice Breaker today:
"What a great time we had at the Barn Party this past Wednesday. I really appreciate the hard work that was put into it. I want to especially thank our academy Vice-Principal for the hay ride that he put together for us and a thank you to the S.A. Co-Sponsor and her Home Economics class for providing the food for the event. I look forward to future S.A. events."
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November 11, 2007
Yesterday, the President returned from the Atlantic Union Bible Conference at Camp Winnekeag. He commented today on the Bible Conference and his spiritual vision for Pine Tree Academy in addition to last Thursday's passage of the Constitutional Amendments:
"I am pleased to see that the Student Association recognized the need to pass the desperately needed amendments to the Student Association Constitution last Thursday. It is my duty to now enforce the will of the S.A. and see to it that the amendments are attached to the Constitution. A copy will be inserted into the S.A. minutes for archival purposes and a copy will also be given to Student Association Sponsors Emeriti who have requested copies.
"I also wish to brief the Association on the Bible Conference's focus on prayer and what I have directed the S.A. Pastor, Chairman of the Spiritual Activities Committee, to accomplish for the student body.
"In the Bible Conference, we were directed to have a personal prayer life with God, to be a light to our peers at school, and to share with our schools the valuable lessons learned. I was inspired to make these truths accessible to Pine Tree Academy's students. I have encouraged the Spiritual Activities Committee to address the ways in which this goal can be accomplished, possibly giving a series of talks during some of the vespers services being scheduled."
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November 20, 2007
The President commented on today's Student Association Executive Committee Meeting:
"My fellow students, today's meeting addressed the issues of entertainment at the Winter Banquet. It was resolved that we should have a game of dradle and chocolate coins, having Christmas music in the background, putting on a karaoke contest, and more. We hope that you will come to the Winter Banquet this December 2."
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December 3, 2008
The President commented today on yesterday's Winter Banquet:
"I want to thank the members of the Student Association for their attendance at the Winter Banquet. We had a fun time eating the delectable Chinese food, playing with dradles and chocolate coins, and playing with the karaoke machine provided by the Guys Athletic Director. None of this could be possible without our S.A. officers."
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December 27, 2008
"Dear Pine Tree Students and Teacher,
"I hope all is going well during your Christmas Break. I know that I
have really enjoyed spending time with family. In this Christmas season, let us not forget Jesus Christ, the true reason for the season.
"Sincerely,
[The President]"
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February 21, 2008
The President reflected upon the events that took place at the Winter Field Day (January 29):
"Almost a month after the Winter Field Day, I feel compelled to offer a recapitulation of the events and to show my appreciation to all those involved.
"Winter Field Day was definitely enjoyable with nice weather and well executed events. These activities were steal the bacon, tug-of-war, a modified version of tag, dog sled racing, and witnessing the senior class's sled going down the Pine Tree's sledding hill. Many thanks go to the Athletic Directors, especially the Guys' Athletic Director for doing a lot of work during the absence of the Girls' Athletic Director. Our science teacher should also be acknowledged for teaching us the rules of the modified version of tag. Our Sponsor and Co-Sponsor made this event possible by placing it in the school calendar and by assisting me in passing out hot drinks, respectively."
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March 1, 2008
Today, the President sent out the following e-mail to Pine Tree Academy students:
"Dear Students,
"As you know, the Pine Tree Academy constituency decided to include a
$70,000.00 line item in order to balance their budget and save the
removal of one Full-Time Equivalent (or FTE). This action was taken
February 25. At this meeting, I introduced the following 7-point
plan:
"'A Plan to Place Pine Tree Academy on a Permanent Path to Financial Security
"'Phase 1: Recruitment/Public Relations blitz by small choir traveling to
former constituent churches in conjunction with sermons re:
Adventist education
"'Phase 2: Executive board and school administration proposing to former
constituent churches the prospect of resuming their status
"'Phase 3: Bulletin advertising and notices of PTA happenings sent out to all
NH and ME churches, respectively
"'Phase 4: Invite the media to come for Music Clinic to cover the event
"'Phase 5: Newspaper advertisements in Sun Journal and Maine Sunday
Telegram
"'Phase 6: Phase 1 expanded into a greater geographical radius
"'Phase 7: Adopt Forest Lake Academy's "Adventist Education for the 21st
Century", making a Pine Tree education accessible to more of the
NNEC and country via ITV satellite locations'
"In order to execute Phase 1, I will need your help. I am forming a
small choir that will aid the school in its recruiting of students and
its public relations efforts in former constituent churches. If you
are interested in joining such an endeavor, please indicate so via
e-mail, in person, etc.
"Sincerely,
------
President of the Student Association"
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March 29, 2008
Today, the President commented on some of the events that took place in the month of March and some events to come.
"I would first like to thank the Cultural Secretary for her work in being in charge of Pine Tree Academy's students visiting Lewiston/Auburn's Public Theatre.
"Last Monday, the following Student Association report was read at the school board in my absence:
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"'STUDENT ASSOCIATION REPORT
"'March 24, 2008
"'Dear Members of the Board,
"'Two main events have occurred or have developed since I last addressed this assembly. The first is the trip organized by the Student Association for the Academy students to Lewiston’s Public Theatre. The second, and the one I wish to expound on, is my formation of a small choir to recruit and do public relations for Pine Tree Academy in the former constituent churches.
"'Last month, the constituency had to make a difficult choice, whether to go along with the school’s Finance Committee recommendation or to turn down the proposition and instead raise the needed money to balance the budget. It was there that I introduced “A Plan to Place Pine Tree Academy on a Permanent Path to Financial Security”. Phase 1 of this plan was “Recruitment/public relations blitz by a small choir traveling to former constituent churches in conjunction with sermons about Adventist education”. As promised, I have written a report to specify the progress made in meeting this goal.
"'The small choir is going to meet for the first time this Wednesday at lunchtime in the chapel. Thus far, we have the following people participating in this endeavor: SA Secretary, Gentleman from the Senior Class, SA Cultural Secretary, SA Social Secretary, and Gentle-lady from the Junior Class. Our faculty sponsor is the Religion Teacher. I solicit your prayers as we begin to establish ourselves and in our performance at various churches.
"'I will continue to keep the Board posted as new developments occur.
"'Respectfully submitted,
"'------
"'President of the Student Association'
"Also during this week, the small choir I have been announcing was formed. While more students could have attended, I anticipate more participation due to the following
e-mail sent out today:
"'Dear SA Members and Officers,
"'As you know, I have been assembling a small choir for Pine Tree
Academy. More participants are needed. You also know that our chapel
services lack music. Therefore, I propose a fusion of efforts by
those currently involved in the small choir and of the Student
Association Executive Committee through the formation of a Religious
Activities Subcommittee on Chapel Music and Small Choir. We need to
recruit more participants. I know that there is talent in our Student
Association that is not being utilized. That is why my proposition is
that the small choir continue with added support by such a committee
composed by the following members:
"'------, Chair
SA Girls Athletic Director
SA Social Secretary
Gentle-lady from the Junior Class
SA Cultural Secretary
SA Secretary
SA Pastor
Religion Teacher
Principal, Ex-officio
"'We will meet on Wednesday at lunchtime in the chapel.
"'Sincerely,
"'------
"'President of the Student Association'"
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