Mott News
December 2, 2018
Celebrations
Our first Family Game Night was a huge success. We had a full house of family and friends who enjoyed great quality time together. There was a lot of laughter, fun, and pizza.
Our 3rd grade class earned a grand total of $1,832.39 and will donate that to the Friends of Pflugerville Animal Shelter. Let's give a huge round of applause to all our 3rd grade teachers and students for being so compassionate and caring to our furry friends!
Invitation to Share Your Culture
For more information, or to express your interest in participating, please call the front office at 512-594-4700.
Holiday Donation Drive
Non-perishable food
New toys
New or gently used coats
Holiday Bike Give Away
Every time your child purchases breakfast or lunch in the school cafeteria from now until December 14, their name is entered into a drawing for a free bike!
Breakfast with Santa - December 8
PTO Seeking Volunteers for Events
The Mott PTO always has opportunities for parents, grandparents, and other community members to volunteer. The PTO coordinates volunteers for many of the school events (both PTO sponsored and school sponsored), teacher appreciation, and fundraising. They would love your help! As a way to help you stay connected, they have created a website where all volunteer opportunities will be continuously updated. Please take a minute to check it out, add it to your browser bookmarks, and sign up. Thank you! https://goo.gl/bDGK1z
- December 3-7 2018 Holiday Market (Penguin Patch) volunteers needed!
Parent Survey
Extended deadline! The survey will remain open until December 14
Youth Sports Survey
One of our very own Mott parents, Mark Knous is gathering information to support his efforts in bringing affordable youth sports options to our area. He would appreciate your input on this brief survey: https://goo.gl/forms/7gRUYcw4Lyu177y12
5th Grade Program Rescheduled
Seeking Aquariums
Fun Dress Up Days in December
We do a fun thing for staff in December called Reindeer Days. Each day is a different themed reindeer with accompanying treats or other fun. Some of the reindeer involve dressing up. We would like to invite the students to join in the dress up days.
Tuesday, Dec. 4 - Dasher the Reindeer - wear your sweats because you are dashing around this time of year.Thursday, Dec. 6 - Celebrate the Reindeer - wear red and green.
Friday, Dec. 7 - Blingtzen the Reindeer - Wear a holiday shirt or accessory.
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
December 3 - 7 - Penguin Patch Holiday Market
December 11 - PTO Meeting 6:30 p.m. in the library
Double Dave's Delivery Night for Mott - $1 Pepperoni Rolls! - Call (512) 642-3959
December 12 - Green Apple Savings - Representatives in the office during arrival.
December 14 - Multicultural Day at Mott - Parents are invited to attend this all day event.
December 20 - Winter Parties - More information coming from your child's teacher.
December 21 - Early release at noon.
December 22 - January 7 - Winter Break
Januray 8 - First Day of School
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