Neff PTA Newsletter
Every Child. One Voice.
Issue 5, March 1, 2017
In this newsletter, there is information about:
- Art Reflections Recognition
- Neff WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students)
- WATCH D.O.G.S. Coordinator Position Available
- Join the 2017-18 Executive Board
- April PTA General Meeting - Review the Proposed Bylaws and Standing Rules
- Join our Picnic Planning Committee
- Environmental Sustainability Fair - March 8, 5:30-7:00 pm
- Popcorn Fundraiser - March 20-24, 3:30-4:30 pm
- Spring Dance - April 21, 6:00-8:00 pm
- Upcoming PTA and School Events
- Neff PTA Sponsors
Thank you for supporting Neff PTA!
Maricela Arias-Cantu
Neff PTA President
Art Reflections Recognition!
We received some great news from Northside ISD Council of PTAs! Congratulations to our Neff students who will receive awards at the Northside ISD Council of PTAs Art Reflections Ceremony!
· Reyli Cortes, Overall Award of Excellence
· Kailey Busby, Honorable Mention
The Council Reflections Ceremony is on April 6, 7:00 pm at Marshall High School. Plan to attend to show them your support and Texan Pride!
Neff WATCH D.O.G.S.
- Get Started -
1. Complete the NISD Volunteer Background Form
2. Sign up today! Sign up now for March
3. Order your official WATCH D.O.G.S. T-shirt ($15)
Read our recent testimonials!
"I am LOVING the extra support by our Watch DOGS! The kids are so comfortable with their presence in our room, & it even challenges them to do their best on those days to showcase themselves to our guest. Thanks for allowing us the opportunity to host Watch DOGS in our room; we really enjoy it!" - Ms. Garretson, 7th Grade ELA
"It was a pleasure to have Mr. Johnson in class yesterday. Third period is very boisterous and it was good to have an extra pair of eyes. Mr. Johnson made quite a presence and took the opportunity to speak with a couple of male students." - Ms. Fonseca, 6th Grade History
"WATCH D.O.G.S. are AWESOME! I loved having Mr. Garcia in my second period and he has a band background! It was great! I hope he comes back and if he does, I would like to have him again, if he's up for it." -Ms. Castillo, Assistant Band Director
WATCH D.O.G.S. Coordinator Position Available
Duties include:
- Oversee and organize the WATCH D.O.G.S. program;
- Engage male involvement to provide a safe school environment, provide positive male role models for the students and encourage student success;
- Communicate with WATCH D.O.G.S. program volunteers;
- Represent WATCH D.O.G.S. at PTA and school-related events; and
- Evaluate and set benchmarks to measure the success of this program.
- Serve on the Neff PTA Executive Board
Contact Maricela Arias-Cantu if you are interested.
Make a Difference - Serve on our 2017-18 Neff PTA Executive Board!
President
VP - Membership
VP - Fundraising
VP - Parent Volunteers
Secretary
Treasurer
Find out the duties for these positions.
The Nominating Committee includes:
Art Martinez
Gabriela Martinez
Nora Olivares
Yvette Lopez
April PTA General Meeting - Review the Proposed Bylaws and Standing Rules
Come to our next General PTA Meeting on April 19, 6:00 pm. We will elect our 2017-18 Executive Board and vote on the Bylaws Proposed Amendments and New Standing Rules. Per Texas PTA and our current Bylaws, we are posting the amendments for your review at least 30 days before our next general meeting. Come to our April general meeting and let your voice be heard! Your vote will impact all 1,200+ students.
Join our Picnic Planning Committee
Environmental Sustainability Fair
The school is hosting an Environmental Sustainability Fair on March 8th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. This is an amazing opportunity for our campus community to participate in activities and enjoy presentations hosted by several San Antonio organizations who promote environmental awareness and sustainability. For more information, please contact Mrs. Jaramillo sarah.jaramillo@nisd.net
Popcorn Fundraiser – March 20-24, 3:30-4:30 pm
Help support our student programs by helping us sell popcorn! If you are there for student pickup, come on over to help! Signing up is quick and easy. Sign up for only 1 hour and you can help us get funds for our upcoming End of the Year Picnic. Any questions about volunteering, contact Chasidy Busby at chasidy.busby@gmail.com
Spring Dance
Wristbands go on sale -
Thursday, 4/20, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Friday, 4/21, 7:30 - 8:20 am
Friday, 4/21, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
We are looking for help with selling concessions and chaperoning. If you can help, contact Chasidy at chasidy.busby@gmail.com
Friday, Apr 21, 2017, 06:00 PM
Pat Neff Middle School, Evers Road, San Antonio, TX, United States, Cafeteria/Gym
3/3 - Jeans Day and Early Release, school is out at 12:30 pm
- Students can wear jeans for a $1 donation.
April
4/5 - PTA Family Fun Spirit Night at Bush's Chicken, 7137 Bandera Rd.
4/19 - PTA General Meeting, 6:00 pm (Cafeteria)
4/21 - Spring Dance, 6:00 - 8:00 pm (Cafeteria/Gym)
- Wristbands will go on sale on 4/21 during breakfast and lunch.
May
5/4 - Teacher Appreciation Luncheon, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
5/5 - Jeans Day and Early Release, school is out at 12:30 pm
Students can wear jeans for a $1 donation.
5/16 - PTA General Meeting, 6:00 pm (Cafeteria)
5/31 - End of the School Year Picnic, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
June
6/2 - Volunteer Recognition
Neff PTA Sponsors
Peter Piper Pizza - Leon Valley
6965 Bandera Rd.
Councilman Ray Lopez
The Rustic Gallery
Bush's Chicken - Leon Valley
7137 Bandera Rd.
Bahama Buck's
About Neff PTA
Email: neffpta@gmail.com
Website: neffpta.weebly.com
Location: 5227 Evers Road, San Antonio, TX, United States
Facebook: facebook.com/neffpta
Twitter: @neffpta