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Summary
The meeting covered various aspects of school operations and community engagement, including introductions of PAC representatives, staff updates, and discussions about teaching methods and student learning. Financial updates were shared regarding PAC fundraising efforts and school improvements, while the importance of parent involvement in school activities was emphasized through various committee updates and event planning. The conversation ended with conversations about AI guidelines in education, enrollment processes for clubs, and the need for clear role definitions within the PAX 7 project.
The meeting covered various aspects of school operations and community engagement, including introductions of PAC representatives, staff updates, and discussions about teaching methods and student learning. Financial updates were shared regarding PAC fundraising efforts and school improvements, while the importance of parent involvement in school activities was emphasized through various committee updates and event planning. The conversation ended with conversations about AI guidelines in education, enrollment processes for clubs, and the need for clear role definitions within the PAX 7 project.
Parent Advisory Council and Staff Updates

Qian explained the role and activities of the Parent Advisory Council (PAC), including elections, concerns addressing, regular meetings, updates, and fundraising efforts. She highlighted upcoming events like a local industry professionals seminar and a teacher
 appreciation meeting. Principal Krista Edger introduced new staff members, including Troy Collins, Heather Frost, Albert, Marissa Seraphini, Andrea Webster, Elizabeth Wheeler, and others, emphasizing their roles and contributions to the school.


Next Steps

1. PAC: Prepare for the October PAC elections for new representatives. 2. PAC: Organize the Winter Fair in early December. 3. PAC: Support the Lunar New Year Festival in January. 4. PAC: Organize the Teacher Appreciation Lunch. 5. PAC: Discuss with Qian about
 scheduling PAC meetings and staff meetings on different days. 6. PAC: Organize coffee times periodically throughout the year. 7. PAC: Update the presentation on the website. 8. Qian: Follow up with interested parents about starting the local industry professionals
 seminar series. 9. Staff: Continue exploring ways to foster curiosity in classrooms. 10. Staff: Address AI challenges in education, particularly for secondary schools. 11. Nora: Continue leading the Wednesday walking group at 9am in front of the school. 12.
 Parents: Attend the October PAC meeting to vote on financial matters. 13. Parents: Attend the District PAC general meeting on September 25th at 7pm via Zoom. 14. Parents: Provide email addresses on sign-up sheets before leaving the meeting. 15. Bing Arts parents:
 Join the WhatsApp community groups.