McNear PTA Newsletter
May 4, 2018
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Open Committee Chair Positions
The PTA operates many exciting programs throughout the year, and we can't do it without the help of the whole school community. Finding people to lead these programs is critically important! For 2018-19, we have openings for chairpeople on a few committees, including the Harvest Festival, Teacher Appreciation, Jingle Bell Jog, and Elder's Day. Don't worry .. you'll have plenty of help from people who have worked on these events before! If you have a little time you can spare to help out with one of these programs, please email mcnearpta@gmail.com.
FROM THE OFFICE
Lost and Found
Take a moment at dropoff or pickup to check the Lost & Found rack in front of Room 1. Anything not collected by the end of the year will end up being donated.
WISH BENEFIT
The Numbers are IN!
We are excited to announce that the 2018 Wish Benefit grand total is $62,000! We are overwhelmed by the generosity of our community who gave their hours, talents, and money to make this number possible. Raising the funds is the first step; the next step is spending them. If you are interested in how this money is/should be applied to our school community, please join the PTA and attend the monthly meetings!
BUY-IN PARTIES STILL AVAILABLE!
We still have a few spots open for the following parties. You can purchase your "tickets" for these events by contacting Shondra Eames at shondraeames@gmail.com. Payment will need to be made by Cash or Check made out to the McNear PTA. Sorry, no credit cards.
· Beerfest $50 (52 spots) - 9/22/18
· Tapas, Tarot and Tequila $30 - McNear Moms (9 spots) - 11/3/18
· Taste of McNear $30 for 1 $50 for 2 (5 spots) - 8/25/18
· Dad's Poker Night $40 (6 spots) Date TBD (Fall)
· Vodka Infusion Party $25 (4 spots) -10/13/18
Camp McNear Gear
Did you miss out on purchasing Camp McNear hats, mugs or tote bags? We have a limited supply left and will have them for sale at the Cinco De Mayo festival at school Friday 5/4 from 5-7pm. Cash or Check made out to McNear PTA. Sorry, no Credit Cards.
THANK YOU Citizen Flannel!
McDad (& future PTA co-President) Neil Smith and his band Citizen Flannel totally rocked our amazing after-party. If you weren't able to make the show, keep an eye out for another one of their gigs around town. Such a blast! Thanks to Neil and the band for ending our Camp McNear evening with a bang!
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS/NEXT WEEK
Cinco de Mayo
Join the McNear community for our annual Cinco de Mayo celebration on Friday, May 4. Food will be available for purchase, and entertainment will include the McNear Folklorico dance group (which won first prize in their category at the Butter & Eggs Day Parade). The fun starts at 5pm.
PTA Meeting
The May meeting will be on Monday, May 7. We will be voting in our 2018-2019 PTA Board, so come meet our candidates! Childcare will be provided in the Multipurpose Room.
WHAT'S COMING UP
After-School Enrichment (ASE) News
There will be no Chess class on April 16 due to a tournament. Also, Martial Arts will be held on the Blacktop on May 17 due to Variety Show rehearsal.
Open House
Families are encouraged to come to McNear on Wednesday, May 16 starting at 6pm to explore what the kids have been up to in their classrooms, as well as to peek into next year’s possible classrooms to see what is ahead.
McNear Art Show
Your students have created some amazing art this year! Come see it all together in the Multi on Wednesday, May 16 from 5:30-7:30 (Open House night). There will be a scavenger art hunt with prizes. Students can compete in the art contest by creating a dual self portrait. Information came home in the Wednesday folder this week. Submissions are due by Friday, May 11. Winners will be selected for each grade level. Any questions? Contact Elizabeth Fee at ehodan@hotmail.com.
Variety Show
The Variety Show is McNear’s annual showcase of student-performed music, dance, comedy, and theater. This year it will be held on Friday, May 18 with a school performance at 9am and an evening show at 7pm.
Memorial Day Holiday
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, May 28 due to the holiday.
Last Day of School
Friday, June 1 is the last day of school, and it’s an early release day: TK and K get out at 11:45am, and grades 1-6 are dismissed at 12pm.
CONTACT ME!
Please feel free to contact me anytime with questions or comments. To submit an event or announcement to the weekly newsletter, please contact me by Thursday at 12pm.
Korren Farkas
PTA President
mcnearpta@gmail.com