Jessica Barthle, Art in the Schools Mini-grant recipient, shared how she used her grant money to have her high school students use their personal thoughts and feelings to create Beads of Courage. This program is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children and teens coping with serious illness. She shared pictures of the finished projects, which will be donated to the Beads of Courage program. She also has a glass fusion project planned. Barbara and Claudette reviewed the new yearbook, highlighting certain items in the planner. Kathy distributed a new, simpler altruism report form. Julie encouraged members to consider bringing in new members and suggested that our fall meetings are perfect for inviting guests. Karen H. reminded members that October is AΔK Month, and we should think about activities to support students and teachers in the name of AΔK.