Bay Area Retired School Personnel

Volume 21Issue 4 March 2013

Presidents Message.
Officers
President Sandy DeWaele
josandew@charter.net

1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Betty Defrain Janet Brandt Secretary Joyce Sigelko Treasurer Phil Bosco Past President Dr. Mary Boettger

From What Our Little Red School House Logo Means by Betty Abbs , the Twin Circles of Fidelity encircling our name (BARSP), symbolize ,that well make it together whatever lifes game. The purpose of BARSP is to promote the economic, social and professional status of retired school employees. I appreciate how our members have stepped up to help us achieve this purpose by volunteering to serve ; in the community, as greeters, as voting delegates, on calling committees and as BARSP program presenters. VICE PRESIDENT/PRESIDENT ELECT : It is not good that BARSP has been without a Vice President/President Elect since August 2012. This is an important position that needs to be filled. The BARSP by-laws state the duties of this position are: (1) Perform the duties of the President in the absence of that officer, (2) Act in an advisory capacity with the President, (3) Assist the President on request, (4) Act as legislative and public relations chairperson (5) Become President in case of death or illness of the acting President (6) Be expected to succeed to the Presidency. I know when Dr. Mary approached me about taking the Presidency in 2010, I was reluctant at first. I had only been a BARSP member for three years and I didnt know many people because I taught for Saginaw Public Schools not the Bay City Area Schools. Dr. Mary assured me she would help me as long as needed, and she did. I will do the same. Our secretary, Joyce Sigelko has agreed to accept the position President or Vice President/President Elect for 2013-2015. I will not leave her without a VP/President Elect! As of this date no one has volunteered to accept this position. Our by-laws state that the election of officers shall be published in the March newsletter. Elections are held in April, with an opportunity for further nominations from the floor in April. Our solution is that I will agree to continue as BARSP President with Joyce as VP/President Elect unless there are other nominations from the floor in April. This will give Joyce time to gain experience and hopefully time for one of our 500+ members to volunteer to be VP/President Elect. TO KEEP INFORMED: It is important to read your Vanguard! The Jan./Feb. issue has articles relating to AARP Tax Aid help, SB1040 update, MARSP scholarship information, Eye Med vision information for aging eyes, health insurance questions (if you are turning 65 soon be sure to read this), and updates on the busy 2021 Lame Duck session in Lansing. If you have computer access you can also register with MARSP.org. MARSP and other important numbers are in our directory on page 8 if you prefer to use the phone. RICHARD AND MARGARET SMITH FUND: The fund was established to provide financial assistance for MARSP members expressing needs. Chapters can apply for the grant (up to $500 per year) and declare whether they plan to match the funds received from the Foundation. Suggestions of needs for which Smith funds may be applied: medical emergency needs, prescriptions payment, long-term care needs, transplants, major medical supplement, costs of transportation services, paying taxes, dental costs, mortgage payments, house repairs, costs to attend MARSP meetings (transportation, meals), utility bills, clothing costs. Please let me know if you or someone you know is in need. Names will be kept confidential. -Sandy

BARSP
Luncheon Meetings

DoubleTree Hotel
One Wenona Park Bay City, Michigan March 11, 2013 April 8, 2013 May 13, 2013

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BARSP BALLOT (election to take place at April meeting) For 2 year term President- Sandra DeWaele Vice President/ President Elect Joyce Sigelko Secretary Ann Waterman Treasurer- Felix Bosco Program Vice-Presidents Betty Defrain Janet Brandt Nominating committee: Bill Jones, Gloria Bublitz, Win Grobbel

Greeters
March 2013 Deborah Bula, Eileen Partlo Lavona Styn April 2013 Marty Gilkey, Florine Schutkowski May 2013 Eileen Czerwinski, Lavona Styn Dorothy Massoll Dues are Due!

Membership News

March Prepays
Dr. Mary Boettger Cindy Bosco Phil Bosco Grace Chevalier Bonnie Clevenger Betty Clifford Sandy DeWaele Janet Dixon Franklin Grant Rosanne Heme Joan Hildinger Ron Hildinger Carl Learman Inez Luce Mildred Nuffer Sue Post Peggy Sullivan JoAnn Vanover
Phyllis Woody

2013-14 MARSP renewal forms were sent to you in February. If MARSP has your email address, the form will be on-line at MARSP.org rather than snail mailed. Your record number on the renewal form should match the one on the address label of this newsletter. Call or email if the record numbers are different. (989-892-9923) p-c-bosco@sbcglobal.net Please encourage newly retired friends to join us NOW! By joining now, memberships are good until June 30, 2014. Thats four extra months! By waiting until next fall, they get less than a years membership for the same price. Pick up membership forms for them at our next meeting. Members 90 + years are honorary members and BARSP waives their dues. Next month (April) return service requested will be printed on the newsletter. PLEASE, call Cindy Bosco @ 989.892.9923 if you will be living away from your residence at that time. We can temporarily hold your newsletter or send it to an alternate address. Often 20-30 newsletters are returned to us at an additional cost of $.46 per newsletter. So please contact me either at the March meeting or before mid March if you will be away (even temporarily and even if the Post Office is holding your mail). -Cindy Bosco Membership
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Thanks ! JoAnn Vanover

Welcome Aboard !!
Patricia Anderson Rebecca Felmlee Aladia Mazique Thomas Osborne

Thanks! Carl Learman

In Memoriam Rose Simons June 13, 2012 From the Editor.

We are looking for biographies of members to include in future issues. Dont be shy! If your story hasnt been included in the past, please mail or e-mail me a brief story of your life (100-150 words) to be included in future issues. RikaSmith, Editor

Puns How does Moses make his tea? Hebrews it. Venison for dinner again? Oh deer! A cartoonist was found dead in his home. Details are sketchy.

Take bananas apart when you get home from the store. If you leave them connected, they ripen faster. Peppers with 3 bumps on the bottom are sweeter and better for eating. 4 bumps are firmer for cooking. Add a teaspoon of water when frying ground beef; it helps to pull grease away from the meat.

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BARSP Meeting Reservation Form Monday March 11, 2013 $9.50 per person Name (s)_________________________________________________________________________________
No. Attending________________ Amount Enclosed __________________________( please do not staple)
Make check payable to BARSP and mail by March 6. Carl Learman 6353 Lawndale Road Saginaw, MI 48604-9457 989-793-8089

A Theatrical Gem...
Bay City Players Turning 100 Leeds Bird, Bay City Players

Scholarship Report: Grace Chevalier reported there were no applications received from Bangor or Pinconning Meeting was called to order by President Sandra DeWaele. School Districts. Five scholarships were awarded. Jill Moreno, Cramer Jr. High, Essexville; Karen Rauschenberger, The Pledge of Allegiance was recited followed with the Auburn Elementary; Pamela Simon, Auburn Elementary; singing of America the Beautiful and Happy Birthday to Sharon Lupo, Hampton Elementary, and Mark Piotrowski, those with November birthdays. Both led by Cindy Bosco. Handy Intermediate.

BARSP MinutesNovember 10, 2012

Memorials: We remember our colleagues with prayers and thoughts of their selfless giving to education and their community. Deceased members remembered: Rose Simons .

Presidents Report: Sandra DeWaele read a letter from Charles Brunner thanking us for the voting support he received in the past State election.

Thanks was given to all who supported the food collection. Membership: 553 with four new members: Patricia Ander- It is important to support our community. son, Rebecca Felmlee, Aladia Mazique, Thomas Osborne. Old Business: None Two guests were in attendance and were introduced. Program: Les Nixon, President of MARSP. He gave information on the people who serve us at MARSP office in Lansing and reported on his visits to the 84 chapters of MARSP. President DeWaele presented Les with a certificate of appreciation. New Business: Nominations for officers of BARSP are due for our March meeting. If you are interested in running for office or would like to nominate someone, please contact Bill Jones. We are in need of a President-Elect and President

Secretarys Report: Motion was made to accept the min- March blessing to be given by Joan Hildinger. Next meetutes of the October, 2012 by Mary Ida Doan and seconded ing is Monday, March 11, 2013 at 11 a.m. at the DoubleTree Hotel. by Bill Jones. Motion carried. Treasurers Report: Phil Bosco
Income Expenses Checking Acct. Savings Acct. CD Life Acct CD $1,192.50 $1,451.30 $5,382.42 $2,047.56 $7,468.63 $7,468.63

Motion to adjourn was made by Nancy Kasperski and seconded by Phil Bosco. Motion carried. 50/50 winners: $ 35 Rosanne Heme, $10 Wilma Blackmore and Phyllis Woody. Submitted by: Joyce Sigelko, Secretary

Motion was made by Grace Chevalier and seconded by Jo Ann Vanover to accept the treasurers report as presented. Motion carried. Carl Learman reported 78 reservations for todays meeting. Insurance Report: Wellness letters have been delayed to our homes. If you care to receive a $100.00 deduction in your health care premium, remember to fill out the form and return. Members will receive a letter on individual new health care premiums for 2013.

Snowbirds
Every year many MARSP members take vacation time in a warmer climate. MARSP has 21 out of state chapters that meet throughout the year. They welcome visitors with open arms. To attend contact local chapters and let them know. For information and contact information check page 4

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BARSP SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 2012 Jill Moreno.Physical Education TeacherCramer Jr. High..EssexvilleTo provide funds for disadvantaged students to join fellow students on a field day involving snowboarding and skiing at Boyne Mountain. Sharon LupoFirst Grade Teacher Hampton Elementary..Bay City Technology apps for Daily Five Program :Read to Self, Listening, Writing, Word Work, Read to Someone Items: V.Tech..Innotabs..V-reader..MobiGos..Notepads..Adaptors..Batteries. Mark Piotrowski..Art Teacher Handy Middle School..Bay City New digital Art Curriculumfunds to be used to purchase programs for ipads/imacs Stop Motion You can check this one out online.http.//www.youtube.com/user/ HMSART678?feature=watch Karen Rauschenburger..Fourth Grade..Auburn ElementaryBay City To support Art Goes To Schools Program which covers art from PreHistoric Time to Current through Saginaw Art Museum. Sue Haas and Margaret Fleischman are mentors in the program and were mentioned in the letter requesting help with the program. Pamela SimonMedia SpecialistAuburn ElementaryBay City Pamela is a computer skills/librarian who works with 550 students per day. She would like to purchase individual headphones for each students to avoid student to student contamination. She also mentions time constraints/efficiency. Due to the limited number of applications and the fact that the money had already been budgeted, an executive decision was made to award the scholarships to the worthy applicants..regardless of district. We believe this was a good decision and a generous gesture on the part of BARSP. We thank you on behalf of these dedicated worthy applicants. Respecfully, Grace Chevalier, Roseanne Heme