Mott News
November 16, 2018
Celebrations
The main hallway of Mott were filled with letters and artwork to honor our Veterans on Monday. We were thrilled to have over 50 Veterans, as well as many parents, attend our assembly. Thank you for your service!
A big "Thank You" to the Watch D.O.G.S. who have come early in the morning two days this week to open car doors, during freezing temperatures, so that our safety patrol students could go inside.
Thank You parents for all of the wonderful pies and breads. Each and every staff member received a treat to take home with them for the holidays! We feel so loved and appreciated!!
Family Game Night - November 27 - 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Families can pre-order large one-topping pizzas for $10 each. The order form will come home in Wednesday folders, or you can print one here: Pizza
We now have a way to order your pizza and pay for it online up until midnight on Monday, November 26: Online Ordering
There will also be water, soda, chips, candy and cookies for sale.
VERY Important
Flu Shots Rescheduled
Healthy Schools will send a team to Mott to complete the flu clinic on Thursday, November 29.
Parents are encouraged to contact Healthy Schools if their child has already received the vaccine.
Healthy Schools: 1-800-566-0596
Healthy Schools email: Support@healthyschoolsllc.com
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
These are the sign-ups for some immediate needs:
- Nov. 29 2018 Flu Clinic Help Needed
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409054ea4ad22a1fa7-flushot
- December 3-7 2018 Holiday Market (Penguin Patch) volunteers needed!
Information about Lice
Lice can be an unfortunate occurrence for elementary school families, and they can even spread to siblings, friends-AND parents! They are NOT a sign of uncleanliness or poor hygiene. They are just insects that can be found on anyone. Please remember to check your students routinely for signs of lice and nits. Please keep in mind that:
- Lice shampoos are very effective in treating lice infestations, but only if you follow the instructions EXACTLY. Skipping steps can lead to re-infestations!
- Lice shampoos can NOT kill the eggs, only the bugs!
- Combing out the hair VERY WELL with the recommended comb that came with your lice kit will help ensure no eggs hatch and cause re-infestation.
- One louse can lay up to 500 eggs a day! So comb out all those eggs so that none of them hatch and become another headache for you and your family.
- Please tell your child's teacher if you find that your child has lice.
Invitation to Share Your Culture
Holiday Donation Drive
Non-perishable food
New toys
New or gently used coats
Cold Weather Recess Policy
When the outside temperature including wind chill is below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, recess will be held indoors. Otherwise, recess will be outside.
Parent Survey
The survey will remain open until November 30.
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
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
Seeking Aquariums
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 19 - 23 - No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27 - Family Game Night 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
December 3 - 7 - Penguin Patch Holiday Market
December 6 - 5th Grade Program 6:30 p.m.
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
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