Last year the PTO assigned over $4,000 towards study trips, and over $5,000 on assemblies, and programs such as Olweus, Literacy, Birthday Books, Red Ribbon Week the student leadership team/student council, and Minds In Motion. We were even able to start up a tutoring program and pay for a new courtyard inside of the school. This beautification project will begin soon and is scheduled to be completed by the end of this school year. PTO was also very excited to purchase three ipads for three teachers and a couple of digital cameras for the computer lab.
When parents and teachers work together the possibilities really are endless. The definition of a PTO is parents and teachers working together to make a good school superior. This is the heart and soul of a strong PTO.
The 2012 Zaar is an example of our PTO at its finest. 2012-2013 is looking first-rate; more money will now be able to be added towards many of our line items such as study trips, classroom supplies, classroom technology and books for the library. We plan to continue to provide money where corporation funds fall short.
Plan to attend April’s meeting. It is your opportunity to nominate yourself or a friend for a position on next year’s Executive Board. The positions of President and Secretary are open. If you’re searching for ways to become more involved while making an incredible difference, please consider becoming an Executive Board member or a PTO Chairperson.
Other things to remember as we approach the end of the school year:
· PTO General MTG 7pm April 10th
· Family Dinner Night will be April 17th
· Fuel Your Sole 5k/2k Race April 21st
· Grandparents Day is scheduled for May 18th, (the time not set yet)
· Teacher Appreciation Week is May 7th - 11th
