Mott News
November 4, 2018
Celebrations
So many things to celebrate at Mott this week!
- The Literary Character Day participation and parade was amazing!
- An Owl on a tricycle visited all the classrooms to thank students for their efforts and support with our Boosterthon Fun Run and fundraiser!
- The PTO held a highly attended, very successful, and super fun Glow Dance on Friday! Families had a wonderful time, and the PTO raised over $1,000! That is a win-win! The PTO especially wanted to thank Double Dave's of Hutto for their support!
These celebrations and lasting memories for our students would not be possible without the support of the best school community ever! Thank you parents, guardians, and the extended families of our precious Mott Owls!
See some of the pictures at the bottom of the Mott News. If you click on the picture it will show a larger version.
"Fall Back" Time Change
Individual Photo Retakes - November 8
- They were absent on Picture Day.
- Their original photo did not look good.
- They were not enrolled at Mott on our original Picture Day.
Thanksgiving Lunch at Mott - November 9
https://goo.gl/forms/bKtXwuVGzaNtKzot2
Class lunch times can be found at this link - scroll down to find your child's teacher: http://www.pfisd.net/site/default.aspx?DomainID=1760
Zaxby's Night for Mott - Tuesday, November 6
Veteran's Day Assembly - November 12 at 9:00 a.m.
If you have a veteran in your family, and you would like their name and information to be included for our honor wall, we need the information included on this form by Thursday, November 8: Veterans
Options:
Send in the hard copy that was sent home on October 31.
Click on the link, make a copy, fill it out and send it to elizabeth.zamora@pfisd.net
Print at home, fill out, and return to school.
Parking for Events
UTCS Cutting Edge Robotics Event - November 10
Our district technology department just told us about this exciting event that takes place next Saturday, November 10 hosted by UT’s Department of Computer Science. Students in grades 3 - 12 are invited. They will get the opportunity to meet with UT graduate students and faculty members who are engaged in cutting-edge robotics research, and explore a range of robotics innovations.
An RSVP is required to attend this event - please RSVP here. Please note they DO anticipate the event being full and will start waitlist for this program soon, so please be sure to register ASAP. If you have questions, please email brennan@helloworldstudio.org.
UTCS Cutting Edge Robotics
Date and time: Saturday, November 10th 12:45-3:30pm
Venue: Gates Dell Complex, 2317 Speedway, Austin, TX 78712
RSVP: Here
RSVP Password: coding4life
Given the large scale nature of this event, please note the following:
- All students in elementary and middle school are required to have an adult with them throughout the event.
- Students will automatically be placed within tracks to visit select robotics stations and will not be able to choose which robotics stations they visit for Stations 1-3
- Younger siblings are welcome to attend, though space limitations may prevent them from entering certain stations.
Green Apple Savings Program Starts November 14
A+ Federal Credit Union has joined with Mott Elementary school for an exciting opportunity that will give your child money in his/her own Green Apple Savings account! Open your Green Apple Account and A+FCU will provide the first $10!
An A+FCU representative will be in the front foyer to receive applications from 7:05 to 7:35 on this day. They will come back monthly to receive additional applications and deposits.
Benefits for your child:
- Learn the value of saving
- Make deposits and see his/her account grow
- Earn rewards for saving
- Gain valuable money management skills
Get your Green Apple Starter Kit when you open your new account!
Please go to this link on the Mott website to access the applications, see the schedule, and receive more information: Green Apple
Flu Shots
Options for free or low cost flu shots can be found here: Flu Shots
Special Education and Section 504 Information Night
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Central Administration Building
For more information, please see the this flyer: Parent Information
Family Game Night - November 27 - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
TASB hosts the Student Video Contest every other year to coincide with the legislative session. Students are invited to make a video to show the world why their school is awesome.
This year, entries will be accepted December 3, 2018, through January 18, 2019, in three categories: elementary, middle, and high school (one entry per campus). Cash awards for their campuses are $5,000 for first place and $2,500 for second place in each of the three categories. Take a look at the winners from the 2017 Student Video Contest to get an idea of what is in store.
Absence Documentation
Attendance Promotes Student Success
Family Trips and Vacations
Upcoming Events
November 6 - Zaxby's Spirit Night
November 8 - Seal of Biliteracy Information Meeting for Parents - 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Library
Fall Individual Photo Retakes - during the school day.
November 9 - Thanksgiving Lunch
November 12 - Veteran's Day Assembly - 9:00 to 9:45 a.m.
November 12 - 18 - PTO Spirit Night at Jersey Mike's - Come in any evening and it benefits Mott PTO
November 14 - Green Apple Deposit Day from 7:05 to 7:35 a.m. in the front foyer.
Third Grade Market Day - More info to come!
November 16 - Pies to Teachers - PTO Event. Contact the front office for details.
November 19 - 23 - No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27 - Family Game Night - more info to come!
Communication Options
Mott Elementary School
https://www.facebook.com/MottElementary/
Mott Elementary PTO
https://www.facebook.com/mottelementarypto/
Mott Elementary Families - (FYI: This page is run by Mott parents, not Mott staff.)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/113956712574930/
Mott Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students)
Did You Know?
You can set Cafeteria snack purchase restrictions - Email: vmes.cafe@pfisd.net or call 512-594-4720.
Office Depot lets you earn 5% Cash Back for Mott - Make a purchase of qualifying school supplies, provide your school ID at checkout (70238914) and we will receive 5% back in credits for FREE supplies!
Box Tops for Education - For a list of participating products, click here: http://www.boxtops4education.com/earn
Online volunteer application: You must fill out a new application each year if you would like to volunteer at school or attend field trips. http://www.pfisd.net/domain/81
Birthdays on the Big Screen: You can "rent" a slide on our 65" TV in the office for a day! Here is the form: Birthday
Previous editions of the Mott News can be found here: http://www.pfisd.net/domain/1720
Staff Information, including classroom lunch times, can be found here: http://www.pfisd.net/domain/1760