Booster Club Minutes
Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022 President Jim Prouty called the November 2022 meeting of the Oelwein Husky Booster Club to order at 6:34 PM. Members and guests in attendance included Jason Yessik, Zoey Reisner, Ethan DeTimmerman, Carter Jeanes, Jim Prouty, Collin Morgan, Erin Ryan, Deena Smock, Mia Voshell, Ron Voshell, Cole Thomas and Lindsey Rechkemmer. Lindsey Rechkemmer provided the secretary’s report and Ryan Dietzenbach e-mailed the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as presented. Zoey Reisner and Ethan DeTimmerman were awarded October Student Athletes of the Month. Fall Fund Drive is still on-going. Cards will go to teachers to solicit remaining businesses. There’s been a good response this year from Jim and Ron’s ask. PianoPalooza is scheduled for Saturday, November 19. There’s currently 10 sponsor tables and numerous couple pre-sales. Pre-sale ends on Friday, November 18. Money collection should begin for pre-sale requests; checks should be made out to Oelwein Booster Club. Set-up for the event will be Friday evening. Jim Prouty adjourned the meeting at 6:53 PM. The next regular meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 6:30 PM in the OHS library.
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Booster Club Minutes
Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 President Jim Prouty called the October 5th, 2022 meeting of the Oelwein Husky Booster Club to order at 6:32 PM. Members and guests in attendance included Mike Mohlis, Courtny Vandenhul, MIke Vandenhul, Cole Thomas, Collin Morgan, Dalton Lape, Jason Yessik, Deena Smock, Todd Smock, Erin Ryan, Missy Jeanes, Ryan Dietzenbach, Jim Prouty, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Jamie Jacobs, Jean Logan, Ron Voshell, Mia Voshell, Christina Staton, Terry Rex, Carter Jeanes, and Emma Smock. Lindsey Rechkemmer provided the secretary’s report and Ryan Dietzenbach gave the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as presented. AD Jamie Jacobs noted the following coaching hires: Gary Goeller - middle school wrestling, Terry Rex - boy’s tennis, Mike Mohlis - baseball assistant, Josh Shunk - girl’s tennis, Quinton Jensen - assistant girl’s wrestling. She noted Oelwein is still looking to hire for the boy’s basketball staff. There are two varsity home football games remaining, including senior night which will recognize seniors in football, cheer, cross country and band. Cross country will host a state-qualifying meet on 10/20. Members present voted on September Athletes of the Month from coaches submissions. Emma Smock and Carter Jeanes were recognized as 2021-2022 Oelwein Husky Booster Club Athletes of the Year -- Congratulations! Deena Smock and Mike Vandenhul gave updates on the Pianopalooza. Table sales (front row plus table service) are halfway to the goal and pre-sale tickets have begun. Names are being taken and money will be collected a few weeks prior to the event. A number of people have volunteered - first shift is covered and second shift only has a few openings. Vandenhuls are overseeing the purchasing of beverages and spoke to what was ordered last year and what will be ordered this year. Flyers are ready to be hung in local businesses. Promotion needs to be a focus so please start sharing information on social media. The Fall Fund Drive was officially begun. Ron & Jim solicited businesses for donations. Jamie has cards for coaches/athletes to pick up for businesses as well. Michael Mohlis, Varsity Boy’s Basketball coach, submitted a request for $300 to purchase 4 additional new basketballs; the school is purchasing 8 as well. Motion by Missy, second by Collin. Motion carried. Dalton Lape, Varsity Boy’s Wrestling coach, submitted a request for $599 to continue using MatBoss. Motion by Lindsey, second by Erin. Motion carried. Missy challenged Carter and Emma to find a male and female to attend monthly meetings to encourage athletes to get involved and help the booster club make informed decisions to positively impact our athletic programs. Jim Prouty adjourned the meeting at 7:02 PM. The next regular meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 6:30 PM in the OHS library. BOOSTER CLUB MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 @ 6:30PM OHS LIBRARY The September meeting of the Oelwein Athletic Booster Club was called to order at 6:32 by President Jim Prouty. Members and guests in attendance included Ryan Dietzenbach, Jamie Jacobs, Jean Logan, Deena Smock, Mia Voshell, Ron Voshell, Terry Rex, Collin Morgan, Mike Mohlis, Jason Hoveland, Zach Glew, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Cole Thomas, Jim Prouty, and Bob Lape. The secretary’s report was read. Minutes are also posted on the booster club’s website. The treasurer’s report was given. Also, a thank you was shared from Christian Stoler, a scholarship recipient. Jamie Jacobs announced that two coaches celebrated 100 wins to kickoff fall sports seasons - Bob Lape for football and Lee Andersen for volleyball. You can catch a live stream for both programs when you can’t be there live. Boy’s Cross Country won their home tournament for the first time. Cross Country also competed well in a 4A meet over the weekend. Middle school football kicks off tomorrow. Cheer team has added school spirit to hallways; check it out next time you’re in the building. Next week is homecoming! Voting was held for Athlete of the Year to be selected from the previous Athlete of the Month winners. To kickoff the fall fund drive, Ron and Jim will be going to downtown businesses next week. Deena Smock reported on the upcoming Dueling Pianos fundraiser. The contract needs to be signed She also spoke to the cost for the two players and one tech/sound person, including a hotel and meal. The event will be held at the National Guard Armory on November 19th. Doors will open at 6:00 with entertainment slotted from 7:00-9:30, followed by social hour. Nobody under 21 permitted. We are prohibited from charging for alcohol so we are selling a wristband for “night of entertainment” - entry fee, beverages, etc., but will also have a tip jar. Costs will be $25 per person presale, $30 at the door. $40/couple pre-sale; $50/couple at door. Table sponsorships as well - group of 8 - prime seating location. Poster already created for distribution. Discussion was held in regards to volunteers needed, snacks being provided, insurance, sponsor tables and how to get increased attendance from last year. Lindsey brought up looking into a continuous apparel store. She will get more details and report back. Jim noted that for the baseball and softball cages upgrades, it is being discussed as the school may pay for a portion of this. More information will follow. The school signed a 3-year agreement with Hudl. The booster club was asked to sponsor 50% of the costs at $3100 per year. Jamie and coaches explained what Hudl offers and how it benefits the coaches, athletes and overall programs. Motion by Ron, Second by Terry. Motion carried. Discussion was held in regards to options to incentivise someone to take charge of the summer concession stands and also work other events as needed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 PM. Our next meeting will be October 5, 2022 at 6:30PM at the library. August 10, 2022
6:30PM OHS Library CALL TO ORDER: 6:30. IN ATTENDANCE: Missy Jeanes, Collin Morgan, Terry Rex, Jean Logan, Lee Anderson, Jamie Harrings Jim Prouty, Jamie Rummel, Jason Yessak ABSENT: Ron Voshell, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Ryan Dietzanbach. SECRETARY’S REPORT: Last minutes posted was May 30 th , special meeting in June was not posted. TREASURER’S REPORT: Beginning total $33126.80. After expenses, Approximately $600 income from golf outing. Summer concessions income $10,856.13, minus concessions expenses $-6039 for total summer concessions income of $4816.00. Total ending balance $33687.89. AD’S REPORT: Fall sports numbers: Football 41, Cheerleading 16, Cross Country 36, Volleyball 33. AD thanks to Mr. Rex for getting gift cards from kwik star, which donated $300 gift cards in $5 amounts to the strength and conditioning program for attendance. Gift Cards were passed out to students for different reasons that attended the summer program. Couple of summer recognitions for Baseball which had two athletes and Softball which had three athletes. Email was sent to AD from Albia head volleyball coach regarding the volleyball team and the positive impact and attitude that they showed during the Pella camp to her team, and how much she appreciates that and wanted to congratulate the coaches on a job well done with their players. COACHES OPEN FORUM: None. Mr. Anderson did mention that the summer sports camp went very well with a high attendance and would like to thank everyone that helped with it. OLD BUSINESS: ATHLETE OF THE MONTH: July was Ray Gearhart and Emma Smock. Athlete of the year will be voted on at the next meeting. If anyone would like to take over, Missy is willing to hand off to someone else. FALL FUNDING DRIVE: Ron and Jim will be going to downtown businesses and then will give the remainder of the cards to the coaches. DUELING PIANOS: Table this until next meeting, no one is present to discuss this. SUMMER CONCESSIONS- There are several leftover items from the concessions that can be purchased. Please see Missy Jeanes if anyone is interested in those items. Missy will not be doing concessions this year and would like someone to volunteer to take this over. Mr. Anderson mentioned this being a good way for students to earn silver cords for graduation, but when COVID hit it really put a damper on the volunteer aspect, but he is hoping to see this pick back up. NEW BUSINESS: Lyndsey (online store), will be tabled until next meeting, she was unable to attend meeting. OPEN FORUM: Jamie Rummel discussed the need to have parents of football players grades 9-11 sign up for team meals. Details were given and asked that if they could share the facebook post from the Football Team page just to help get word out, it would be very helpful. ADJOURNED: 6:52 NEXT MEETING SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 @ 6:30 HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY. Booster Club Minutes
May 3, 2022 @ 6:30 PM OHS Library The May meeting of the Oelwein Athletic Booster Club was called to order at 6:38 P.M. by President Jim Prouty. Members and guests in attendance included Jeremy Logan, Jean Logan, Missy Jeanes, Jim Prouty, Troy Stewart, Neveah Stewart, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Jamie Harrings, Lee Anderson, Cole Thomas, Bob Lape, Mike Mohlis, Terry Rex and Ron Voshell. Minutes from the April meeting are posted on the website at oelweinhuskybc.weebly.com and were published in the Oelwein Daily Register. The treasurer’s report was shared via email. Athletic Director Jamie Harrings reported that of 68 seniors, 19 girls and 17 boys were involved in athletics, 7 of which plan to compete at the collegiate level. Boys and Girls both have several track state hopefuls. Boys and Girls golf have both been having great seasons so far. The tennis teams are building and improving. Congratulations to the 8th grade girls track team for being undefeated this season! Mike Mohlis requested the Booster Club consider funding ⅓ of the new Dr. Dish purchased for the boys and girls basketball teams. Jeremy motioned to approve $2025 for this purchase, seconded by Lindsey; motion carried. Lee Anderson brought up hosting an alumni volleyball tournament over the summer. Discussion was held for it being social vs a fundraiser and liability waivers would be necessary. March Athletes of the Month were honored. Congratulations to Austin Espe (bowling) and Neveah Stewart (girls basketball). April Athletes of the Month were voted on and selected. May 14 will be the Little Husky Track Meet with check-in at 1:00 and a 2:00 start. Volunteer workers are needed. Talk to Jim Prouty to sign up. Terry Rex provided an update on the Husky Booster Club Scholarship. There were 11 applicants. All applications were scored individually by multiple judges. Winners will be announced May 18th at Senior Night. Orders will start arriving tomorrow to stock summer concessions. Prices will increase slightly to cover the increases in cost. Missy is talking with T&T BBQ for a partner night. Discussion was held in regards to hiring a Summer Weight Lifting Strength & Conditioning Coach. This failed for lack of motion. A flyer has been created to be shared with all details for the June 4th Booster Club Golf Outing. Lindsey motioned to approve up to $700 for needed signs and prizes, seconded by Missy; motion carried. Officer elections were held as following: President - Jim Prouty - Nominated by Terry, seconded by Ron. Accepted. Vice President - Ron Voshell - Nominated by MIssy, seconded by Jeremy. Accepted. Secretary - Lindsey Rechkemmer - Nominated by Terry, seconded by Missy. Accepted. Treasurer - Ryan Dietzenbach - Nominated by Terry, seconded by Lindsey. Accepted. Terry Rex proudly announced that one middle schooler attended all 90 strength and conditioning sessions. Congratulations, Macy Westendorf! On May 17, 32 students who met participation criteria will visit the Wartburg W. Meeting was adjourned at 7:40 P.M. Booster Club Minutes
April 6, 2022 @ 6:30 PM OHS Library The April meeting of the Oelwein Athletic Booster Club was called to order at 6:30 P.M. by VP Ron Voshell. Members and guests in attendance included Ryan Dietzenbach, Dick Arndt, Jason Yessik, Jean Logan, Ron Voshell, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Mike Mohlis, Cole Thomas, Collin Morgan, Bob Lape, Missy Jeanes, Erin Ryan, Bailee Craun, Nathan Craun, Emily Woods, Jamie Harrings, Terry Rex, Cole Hamilton, Jeannie Hamilton and Jordan Hamilton. Minutes from the March meeting are posted on the website at oelweinhuskybc.weebly.com. Minutes are also being shared with the Oelwein Daily Register to be printed. The treasurer’s report shared the March month-end balance as well as a few outstanding bills. A fundraising committee will meet after the April meeting to discuss and streamline fundraising efforts for the next calendar year. Collin Morgan advised that the ice machine for the Sports Complex has been ordered and thanked the Booster Club for their support. It should be here a few weeks before the season officially begins. Mike Mohlis advised that the basketball programs had purchased an additional Dr. Dish as the Sacred Heart gym is being utilized more heavily. The item will be added to next month’s agenda to request funding support for this purchase. Jamie Harrings, Athletic Director, shared that she has a meeting tonight to discuss girl’s wrestling. Weather has not been cooperating for spring sports so competitions have been very limited or non-existent yet. She is working with coaches and other school AD’s to schedule additional and makeup events. Academic standings all look good for spring athletes. Discussion was held at the possibility of hiring a Strength and Conditioning Coach. The Booster Club would pilot the program for Summer 2022 and the school could look to add it to their budget beginning Summer 2023. The topic was tabled to the May meeting. Congratulations to Bailee Craun (wrestling) and Cole Hamilton (boy’s basketball) for being honored as the February Athletes of the Month. Votes selected Austin Espe (bowling) and Neveah Stewart (girl’s basketball) as the next honorees. Elections for officers will be held next month. A liability waiver has been received to move forward with allowing the rental of the Husky Inflatable. The Oelwein Athletic Booster Club will host its 2nd Annual golf outing on Saturday, June 4. Registration will soon be open and shared. The request to approve startup and prize funds will be added to next month’s agenda. Booster Club Minutes
March 2, 2022 @ 6:30 PM OHS Library The March Booster Club meeting was called to order at 6:31 by President, Jim Prouty. Members and guests in attendance include Jamie Harrings, Terry Rex, Ryan Dietzenbach, Jean Logan, Jeremy Logan, Cole Thomas, Mike Mohlis, Collin Morgan, Missy Jeanes, Callie Berryman, Alexa Berryman, Clint Berryman, Dick Arndt, Christian Stoler, Ron Voshell, Chris DeBack and Lindsey Rechkemmer. A secretary’s report overview was given by Missy Jeanes. Treasurer’s Report numbers were provided, showing a significant decrease in the Fall Fund Drive. Discussion was held and determined to create a committee of willing members to review the Fall Fund Drive as well as create a calendar of fundraising events for each year. Members will have a committee meeting following the April Booster Club meeting. Activities Director, Jamie Harrings, provided an update on all winter sports. Bowling has one member advance to State also earning All-Conference Honors. The Coaches v. Cancer basketball event in conjunction with Dike-New Hartford raised approximately $1400. Girls and Boys basketball teams both had members earning All-Conference team Honors. Christian Stoler was the Champion at Sectionals and advanced to District competition. Oelwein will be creating a 7-12 Girls Wrestling program which will be a separate program entirely from Boys Wrestling with the recent sanctioning by IHSAA. Athletes of the Month will be recognized at the meeting following the month for which they were selected. Alexa Berryman (girls basketball) and Christian Stoler (wrestling) were honored. Cole Hamilton (boys basketball) and Bailee Craun (wrestling) were voted as next month’s Athletes of the Month. Summer Concessions will be managed by Erin Ryan and Missy Jeanes. Neil Jeanes has volunteered to grill. Discussion held. Once dates are finalized, a schedule will be pushed out to all coaches for each respective program to sign up for workers. A committee met regarding the Oelwein Booster Club scholarship and reported to the club. This year two $500 scholarships will be awarded, one male and one female. Applicants must complete an online application. Criteria, weight system, references and other details discussed. Payment will be given after completion of the recipient’s first semester and providing enrollment in their second semester. Motion by Lindsey to allow the committee to finalize and publish the scholarship, seconded by Jeremy. Motion carried. Spring Track Meet will be held. Jim is asking for volunteers and will have a date by the end of next week in order to get registration fliers home with students and shared with surrounding communities for participants. Collin Morgan presented the need for a new ice machine at the Sports Complex. The current machine does not keep up with needs. After discussion on the options Collin had presented, Ron motioned to pay up to $2300 for a new ice machine for the sports complex, second by Lindsey. Motion carried. Dick Arndt asked the Booster Club about the possibility of renting the Husky Inflatable for graduation parties. Discussion was held around liability, creating a waiver, fees and inspections. Jim will talk to school administrators and the school’s legal council and report next meeting. After discussion, it was decided that there isn’t a need to form a committee for the election of officers. It is always a priority to find ways to involve more parents and supporters. Chris Baldus would like to print minutes for the meetings so they will be emailed to him. Chris DeBack, bowling coach, asked to purchase banners for the 4 seniors as the program typically doesn’t have any other needs to bring to the booster club. Discussion held and shared that funds are available for posters for the program as provided to other sports as well. Lindsey moved to purchase banners for the four seniors, second by Mike Mohlis. Motion carried. The next regular meeting will be held Wednesday, April 6 at 6:30 PM at the high school library. Meeting was adjourned at 7:43. Booster Club Minutes
February 2, 2002 @ 6:30 PM OHS Library Call to Order: 6:30 by Jim Prouty. Secretary’s Report: Posted on oelweinhuskybc.weebly.com Treasurer’s Report: No report. AD Report: Provided via link. Coaches Open Forum: Wrestling had 5 guys place at Sectionals. With the sanctioning of girl’s wrestling; may ask to get uniforms in the future. Middle School - Asked if any money had been allocated and needed refunded. To date, no funds have been requested. Old Business: Athlete of the Month - Casey’s will donate again. Will be asking Pizza Ranch and Subway as well. Lauren Hamilton and Leighton Patterson honored as Athletes of the Month. Summer Concessions - Plan to host again. Scholarship - A committee will meet and set GPA, # sports, etc. guidelines. New Business: Spring Track Meet? Do we want to continue? - Jim will move forward. Ice Machine at Baseball/Softball Complex - 25-30 ½ bags. Takes 8-12 hours to fill again. Not enough for guys to also ice after practice. Price between 2-3K. Tabled to next meeting. Next Regular Meeting: March 2, 2022 @ 6:30 PM Adjourned. Attendance: Dalton Lape, Patterson family, Ron Voshell, Jim Prouty, Cole Thomas, Collin Morgan, Terry Rex, Bob Lape, Lauren Hamilton. Booster Club Minutes
November 3, 2021 @ 6:30 PM OHS Library Call to Order: 6:36 PM by Jim Prouty Secretary’s Report: Posted on oelweinhuskybc.weebly.com - Approved. Treasurer’s Report: No report. AD Report: Provided via link. Coaches Open Forum: Mr. Rex: 3-4x/year would like to recognize Middle School participants. Have an event to invite all that participated in athletics/fine arts. Speaker/meal/go to bball game. Last would be a trip to UNI/ “W” for those in 2 or more activities. Deena discussed some potential funds available. Old Business: Dueling Pianos: Sponsorships - cover hotel/meal/dueling piano+ $1,000; Beverages - #1370 secured; Water donated by Dollar Fresh. Looking at wine purchase yet. Travis Bushaw - social Medial is out there. Mia, Deena & Travis all have tickets for purchase prior to the event. Ryan - working on liquor license. Have to get a business license first. Insurance is taken care of. Deena - getting a work schedule put together; the first half is covered and still needing a few second half workers. Athletes of the Month Fall Fund Drive Jillian Prouty - Senior Seminar Project: Will be selling apparel @ window vs trailer. BJ Hermsen currently working on designs. Will be back with cost for apparel. New Business: Dalton Lape - Mat Boss: Dalton unavailable to tabled to next meeting. Natalie Crandall brought a Thank You and cookies for being honored as last month’s Female Athlete of the Month. Next Regular Meeting: December 2, 2021 @ 6:30 PM Adjourned: 7:27 PM Booster Club Minutes
September 1, 2021 @ 6:30 PM OHS Library Call to Order: 6:34 PM by Jim Prouty Secretary’s Report: Posted on oelweinhuskybc.weebly.com - Approved. Treasurer’s Report: Golf Tournament - $5759 profit, Summer Concessions - $8004.64 profit. Balance - $40,000.245 AD Report: Introduction by Jamie. All-Conference honors recap from NEIC. Went over number of athletes broken down by fall sports - cross country, football, volleyball, cheer. Highlights from cross country home meet. Volleyball’s first home meet is being hosted at UIU due to the new net system being installed. There is now a Husky Activities Twitter account; please follow and share. Discussed options for increasing awareness & participation in middle school sports - activity fair, free physical night, etc. Coaches Open Forum: No discussion. Old Business: Athlete of the Month: July - Kenedy Lape & Storm Schmidtke. August is Athlete of the Year chosen from previous school year Athlete of the Month. Malayna Keil and Carsen Jeanes were selected. Summer Concesions: Donated a case of pop, a case of gatorade and icee pops to each of the end-of-season parties for baseball and softball. Leftover soda and candy will be donated to the Homecoming Dance. Dueling Pianos: Event will be held November 20 at the Plaza. Discussed terms of contract. Jim will be in contact with Travis to get information from last year’s plans pre-covid. Discussed options for advertising. Erin and Deena will be meeting to get details together. New Business: Fall Fund Drive: Tiers remain the same. Perks of each tier are listed on the cards except $1,000 Sponsor also receives a parking space. Jim will be putting together a spreadsheet yet this week. A table will be set up at home football games in addition to people going into the community. Jamie asked if the Booster Club would want to staff the concessions for the 9th grade VB tournament on Sept 18 as it seems to be a busy weekend for other activities/organizations that she’s asked. Discussion. Terry Rex moved that the Booster Club should sponsor the 9th grade tournament volleyball concessions with workers from 8:00 - 2:00. Erin Ryan seconded. Motion carried. Missy Jeanes brought up the idea of creating a Booster Club Scholarship to be presented with Dollars for Scholars. Determined need to look into any legalities but would like to pursue. Next Regular Meeting: October 6, 2021 @ 6:30 PM Adjourned: 7:21 PM. Attendance: Cole Thomas, Jason Yessick, Missy Jeanes, Ron Voshell, Jim Prouty, Erin Ryan, Deena Smock, Jeremy Logan, Colin Morgan, Jamie Harrings, Terry Rex, Lindsey Rechkemmer |