September 2026 Meeting Minutes

🎉 September Highlights from Briarcrest PTA 🎉

Our September board meeting kicked off the new school year with event calendar planning, budget approvals, and an exciting launch into fall activities. President Jessica Tjhin Southworth shared that a new Instagram account (@briarcrestbulldogs) is live and introduced a "Before School Starts" checklist for future board leadership. Updates were also shared on stage curtain replacement bids (utilizing $900 in performing arts funds), alongside an open call for volunteers to fill key chair roles, including Spirit Wear, Movie Night, Membership/Growth, Golden Apple/Acorn, Race & Equity, and Legislative.

Treasurer updates included voting in Sam Ngai as a new check signer and approving budget updates for the 2026–2027 school year.

Committee updates highlighted our current membership standing at 61 members (with a goal of reaching 200—be sure to renew!). Spirit Wear orders will run through September with distribution planned before Thanksgiving, while the board noted state licensing requirements for future ongoing merchandise sales. In addition, we welcomed Allison as Art Docent Co-Chair and Megan to After School Enrichment. Lost & Found announced a new bi-monthly donation cycle, and Art Reflections introduced this year's theme, "What My Culture Means to Me," featuring a new essay prompt contest.

Upcoming events and key dates:
Winter Coat Drive: September 14 – October 9
Glow in the Dark Dance: September 25
Spirit Wear Order Due Date: September 25
First Popcorn Wednesday: September 30
Bulldog Boost Fundraiser: October 16 – October 30
Bulldog Breakfast: October 17