We will be discussing the pros and cons of a PTSA within the National PTA organization and an independent PTO with the focus of examining barriers to having a diverse and fully inclusive parent, teacher, student, community member organization. Come and learn more and join the discussion. Our wonderful PTSA secretary and Jefferson parent, Gabrielle Mercedes Bolivar will be facilitating the discussion.

• Ms. Dalton, Jefferson College and Career Coordinator and Eric Schniewind, out-going PTSA Treasurer, spoke about the PTSA sponsoring college/higher ed scholarships for Jefferson students.

• Ms. Jameelah Rasheed from Unite Oregon was our guest speaker and shared information about the BUILD (Build Graduates through Inclusive Leadership Development) Program, supporting parents, of Jefferson students, navigate through college and career readiness. Here is a link for more information: https://www.uniteoregon.org/education

• Our Senior Celebration Committee updated us on what is happening behind the scenes with our preparations for this year's Senior Celebration. Monthly planning meetings are on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30.
  

On Wednesday, March 17th from 4:00 to 9:00 pm,

¿Por Que No? is hosting a fundraiser

for the Jefferson HS PTSA,

at their Mississippi location

Online and call in orders only

https://porquenotacos.square.site

NO walk up orders

But the heated and covered upstair patio and street-side dining will be open for anyone who would like to stay and eat and have a drink at the restaurant

Have a delicious meal and support Jefferson!

Ten percent of their sales that evening will be donated to the PTSA, up to $300!

GO DEMOS!

The Jefferson PTSA has been involved in planning and supporting the graduating seniors with a celebration for many years. This celebration has looked different throughout the years and will take on a form this year for sure. The Senior Celebration Committee has been meeting and planning since early November to make sure this year's celebration will be special and memorable.

The committee is co-chaired by parents, Tracey Dunlap and Lisa Howard. Lisa has brought experience as she has been involved for several years and Tracey has brought new energy to the planning. The committee has also been working closely with Jefferson seniors and school staff.

A big part of our planning has involved seeking donations for a raffle prizes and a prize wheel at the event and cash donations to help fund the event. If you know of any businesses that may be interested in donating, we would love to reach out to them.

If you are interested in participating or helping out, contact Tracey Dunlap at email4tracey@gmail.com.

Your can and bottle deposits can now be donated to the Jefferson PTSA to help support the many ways we support students and staff. Get one of our Blue Bags, fill it up and either bring it to us or drop it off at a Bottle Drop location, https://www.bottledropcenters.com/locations/

We have crossed the $200 mark!

You can get a Blue Bag by contacting Laura Bullock, president@demosptsa.org or you can pick up a Blue Bag or drop off cans and bottles at the food pantry on Tuesdays and Fridays between 12:00 and 3:00.

• When? Tuesdays and Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00.

• Where? At Jefferson, on the N Commercial side of the school.

• Want to donate? Drop off on Tuesday or Friday or https://jefferson-high-ptsa.square.site

We are now set up under the wrestling gym overhang, still on N Commercial. Look for our blue and gold banner. Please share with anyone you know who may be experiencing any food insecurity.

website: https://www.demosptsa.org

5210 N Kerby Avenue Portland, OR 97217