Hoots'n'Hollers Newsletter
2023-2024: Q2W5
The Guild PTO - Madison Traditional Academy
Presidents' Update
Dear MTA families!
Thank you to everyone who participated, shared, donated, etc. to our Fall Fundraiser. We are beyond grateful to our two amazing co-chairs Kati Seyk + Kelly Richards for bringing this event back to MTA after a few years off! 👏🏼 Reminder that November 21st is a Free Dress Day for our success with the Fun Run! Hooray! As a community, we raised over $80,000!
EVERYONE is invited to the Day of Awesomeness on 11/17 at Sunnyslope!
- K-2 grade is 6-7pm
- 3-5 grade is 7-8 pm
- 6-8 grade is 8-9 pm
Wear your MTA spirit shirts 🦉🌟
Free Dress Day: November 21st- Guidelines
To help this be successful, please be sure your children are dressed in school appropriate attire.
- This Non Uniform Day only applies to clothing.
- All other areas of the MTA Student Uniform Dress Code (hair color, hair styles, etc.) will remain in effect.
- Clothing must cover all undergarments at all times and shall not expose cleavage, abdomen, private areas, or buttocks.
- Spaghetti straps, strapless, or off shoulder will not be allowed.
- Clothing that advocate alcohol, drugs, obscenity, sex, or tobacco is prohibited.
- Clothing that displays speech or language that is offensive or inappropriate for a school environment is prohibited .
- Pajamas, costumes, cutoffs, or clothing with rips, holes or tears will not be allowed.
- Shoes must be fully closed (front and back) and not have a heel higher than 1".
- Crocs, slippers, flip flops, sandals or skate shoes are not allowed.
- Shirts will not be required to be tucked in (untuck day).
Here is what is happening now:
School Safety Concerns
We understand there are a lot of questions and concerns regarding school safety. Many of the concerns we are hearing are handled on a District level. Therefore we wanted to share the District Board meeting schedule (link + info below) so everyone has it should they want you attend and share their concerns at these meetings:
Madison Governing Board / Meeting Dates
• November 14, 2023
• December 5, 2023
• January 9, 2024 - Organizational Meeting
• January 23, 2024
• Feburary 6, 2024
• February 20, 2024
• March 5, 2024
• March 26, 2024
• April 9, 2024
• April 23, 2024
• May 7, 2024
• May 21, 2024 (3 P.M.)
• June 11, 2024
Unless noted otherwise, all Regular Board meetings will be held in the Governing Board Room starting at 6:00 P.M. at the Madison District Office, 5601 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016.
Membership Drive
Want a free MTA car magnet?
Join the MTA Guild (starts at $10!) and show your support for all the initiatives we provide our school, students, teachers and staff.
The Guild helps fund and plan annual events like the ArtWalk, Parent Social and Sweetheart Dance, purchases specialized air filters for each classroom, funds the Owl-Star assemblies + awards, gives our teachers a $100 check to help fund their back to school needs and funds our Specials programs (Art, Music and P.E.) with equipment, supplies and so much more.
The membership is an annual contribution via this link:
Raptor
Thank you for your patience with Raptor. The hours are now viewable for parents. There is a delay for hours manually being added in so give us a few weeks to catch up. If you received an email regarding your hours in error, send us an email: mtaguildboard@gmail.com
We strongly suggest you keep a log (ex: Notes app in your phone) of your hours should there be a discrepancy.
If you are having technical issues with your Raptor account, contact Liz Hernandez at the District office at lhernandez@madisoned.org
See you 11/17 @ Sunnyslope in your MTA gear!
Sara Snyder & Catheryn Eisaman-Avalos
Co-Presidents
MTA Guild Executive Board
E-mail:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/mtaguildpto/
Website:
Guild Updates
Step It Up Fundraiser “Day of Awesomeness” is scheduled to take place at Sunnyslope High School on Friday, November 17th from 6-9 pm. Kinder-2nd grade will participate from 6-7 pm, 3rd-5th grade will participate 7-8pm and 6th-8th grade will participate 8-9pm. It will be located on the Sunnyslope football field. Please wear your spirit shirts and be ready for an awesome time! There are volunteer opportunities available for parents. Our sign up genius is posted on the Facebook page.
- Wednesday, December 20th, 2023
- 5:30-9:30pm at The Phoenix Zoo
- $20 per person - Age 2 & under free Tickets Can be Used any Night!
- Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/3fchm9vd
Volunteer Opportunities
- Fun Run- Volunteers Needed! NEW!
- Stock the Lounge - Volunteers Needed! NEW!
- Breakfast + Lunch Duty - lots of spots open and a great way to get hours in.
- Campus Beautification (see below)
- Owl Store (more dates + slots added!)
- Driveway Entrance/Exit - help students cross safely and traffic flow every AM & PM
Yearbooks and Happy Hoots!
- It's time to order a yearbook for the 2023-2024 school year to guarantee your memories! They are only $22 - All sales are online.
- Do you want to send a special message in the yearbook for your student? It's only $5 extra per Happy Hoot (click on the ad and follow the directions).
- Please go to buytheyearbook.com to order your yearbook and buy a Happy Hoot to be included. All ONLINE yearbook and happy hoots orders will close MARCH 8th, 2024. (In person cash sales will be available in May if you miss the online deadline for $25 - first come, first served. Supply is limited!)
- Email rwehrenberg@madisoned.org for questions.
Raptor
- Please make sure all parents + guardians are signed up in Raptor. This is a District-wide safety initiative. https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/MzcyNDplbi1VUw==
MTA Buy / Sell Facebook Group
We have created an MTA Buy / Sell Facebook group! This new page is for our community to share things to buy, sell, donate, etc. from uniforms, to books, sports equipment and more! Join here
While we fully support people selling their uniforms, also keep in mind the Guild has a Uniform Exchange Committee and all proceeds go directly back to the school. You can drop off your clothing in the front office.
The Uniform Exchange will be selling uniforms at each monthly Guild meeting this year so come check it out!
MTA Swag!
- Show your Owl spirit and check out the MTA Swag on our website
- Snag your customized, limited edition MTA hat designed by local Phoenix favorite @truckers_by_tams - these are a limited quantity WHITE HAT LINK / BLUE HAT LINK
- Blue hat is currently sold out so we are placing another order- thanks for your patience!
Dads Club Scholarship Fund
- The MTA Guild Executive Board earmarked $1,000 for the Dads Club Scholarship Fund for the '23-'24 annual budget.
- If your family requires assistance with expenses ex: activity fees, sports equipment, or expenses associated with field trips/class trips, you can make a confidential request to: mtascholarships@gmail.com
- If approved, the Scholarship Committee with work with the Guild Treasurer to arrange for the payment of school-related expenses, or to reimburse.
Ongoing GotSneakers Fundraiser:
- 👟 ♻️ Our sneaker drive is now ongoing, all year long- simply drop off your sneakers (in any condition) to the front office.
- Can be men/women/kids shoes
- Make sure to share with family, friends + neighbors so we can recycle + fundraise for a good cause.
- Please click here for link for more info on the organization!
REMIND
JOIN REMIND FOR TEXT REMINDERS! Remind is a FREE text messaging service for schools and organizations.
Please note that we are utilizing the FREE version of REMIND which is one-way communication. If you need to send us an update or have questions, please email us at mtaguildboard@gmail.com.
Easy as 1-2-3:
- Using your cell phone, create a new text message to 81010
- In the message text, use the below code for your child(ren)'s grade level and hit "Send"
- Get realtime updates from the Guild.
- Kindergarten: @mtaguildk
- 1st Grade: @mtaguild1
- 2nd Grade: @mtaguild2
- 3rd Grade: @mtaguild3
- 4th Grade: @mtaguild4
- 5th Grade: @mtaguild5
- 6th Grade: @mtaguild6
- 7th Grade: @mtaguild7
- 8th Grade: @mtaguild8
Teachers, Staff & Other Community Members: If you would like to get Guild Reminders also, please signup using @mtaguild
Sports News
Winter Sports News
Coaches Needed:
- Varsity Boys basketball
- JV Boys basketball- Wednesday and Thursday, November 15th and 16th at MTA from 4:30 to 5:30.
- Varsity Girls basketball- Tuesday and Thursday, November 14th and 16th at MTA from 3:15 to 4:15.
- Cheer Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, November 14th, 16th & 17th at MTA from 3:15 to 4:30.
- Students must have physicals completed and be registered in Aktivate to tryout.
- Aktivate website: https://www.registermyathlete.com/login/
- MTA Athletics website: https://sites.google.com/madisoned.org/mta-athletics/registration
Important Dates
November 2023:
- 11/15: Spelling Bee (TBC)
- 11/17: FUN RUN @ Sunnyslope
- 11/21: Free Dress Day
- 11/22-11/24: NO SCHOOL, Thanksgiving Break
December 2023:
- 12/5: MTA Spirit Night @ Aunt Chilada's
- 12/20: Zoo Lights
Upcoming Event Flyers
2023-2024 Guild Executive Board
Presidents:
Vice Presidents:
Treasurers:
Communications Secretary: Heidi Wright
Secretaries: Amanda Boxwell, Meredith Pohl
Dad’s Club President: Jeffrey Daniels
Teacher Representative: Crystal DiPede
Alternate: Lisa Naylor
Parent Representatives
- (K-2) Abbey Ross
- (3-5) Katie Carpenter
- (6-8) Chrystal Kral
2023-2024 MTA Guild Committee Chairs
- Art Masterpiece: Amber Roberson + Dimple Patel
- Artsonia: Angela Larkin + Holly Navarrete
- Art Walk: Ashley Brown + Sara Hicks
- Athletic Director Support: Carlene Lowry
- Bingo Night: Carrie Perrone + Rachel Milne
- Book Fair: Tiffany Mitchell, Amanda Ellexson + Amanda Penn
- Breakfast/Lunch/Playground Support: Natalie Eggum
- Back-To-School Packs/Supply Closet: Kelly Fenton
- Bulletin Boards: Brandy Harmon
- Campus Beautification: Lynn Running
- Coin Drive: Justina Dendauw
- Copy Help: Stephanie Stocksleger
- Directory/Membership: Kelli + Zac Blossom
- Spirit Night: Rebecca Girard + Chelsie Vyles
- Family Fun Day: Nikki Khraizat + Jennifer Bishop
- Eighth Grade Graduation Committee: Anna Gharib
- Fun Run: Kati Seyk + Kelly Richards
- Guild Meeting Sign-In: Anne Schneider
- Hoot Attack: Rob Davison
- Mother/Son Kickball Tournament: Abbey Ross, Courtney Nelson, Rachel Molina, Mariya Heath
- Logo/Activity Sales: Kim Owens
- Lost & Found: Richard Razo
- Owl Star Assemblies: Mariya Heath
- Owl Star Sign Up Support: Lily Romero
- Teacher Lounge Treats: Jessica Major
- Parent Social: Teresa Strunk + Karli Fautch
- Preschool Liason: Noel Domfeh
- Read-a-thon: Courtney Nelson + Andrea Libey
- Safe Start: Megan Ross
- Sponsorship: Bansi Popat + Francesco Onorato
- Sweetheart Dance: Amber Roberson, Dimple Patel, Crystal Bradley, Lauren McKeon, Jaima Curtis
- Teacher Appreciation: Arianna Shwer
- Uniform Exchange: Sylwia Cavalcant & Jade Anderson-Passamonte
- Uniform Exchange Guild Meeting Sales: Jessica Dwork + Guadalupe Rojas
- Vision & Hearing Screening: Lindsey Hunt
- Volunteer (Family) Opportunity- Feed My Starving Children: Melissa Brammer
Our Mission
Establishing and maintaining a working relationship between the parents, school and teachers. Enhancing the quality of education by raising funds for school programs, equipment, resources or supplemental materials that fall outside the school budget. Providing volunteer support to increase student safety and security and to facilitate the educational experience. Developing and assisting with the implementation of programs and projects that will enrich the curriculum.
Email: mtahoots@gmail.com
Website: http://www.mtaguild.org
Location: Phoenix, AZ, USA
Phone: 602-745-4000