Mott News
November 10, 2018
Celebrations
We had many, many visitors join us for the Thanksgiving lunch. It was nice to see so many smiling faces!
Mott Elementary won 2nd place in the district Digital Literacy Contest, and won a set of 3 Blue Bots which are programmable robots. They are pictured here. Way to go Mott teachers and students!
The Bond and TRE passed! Thank you for your support!
Veteran's Day Assembly - November 12 at 9:00 a.m.
- You can park in the front or the back of the school. We will print visitor badges at both entrances.
- Veterans will have a designated area reserved for them to sit in the cafeteria, so it is not necessary for them to arrive early to find a seat.
- There will be a reception before the assembly in the LGI room with light refreshments for the Veterans.
- Mott students have created many, many letters to Veterans and decorations. Please take some time after the assembly to read the letters and appreciated the art displayed. Also, we invite our Veterans to take letters or art with them when they leave.
PTO Seeking Desserts for November 16
Mott Parents - Let’s show our teachers and staff how thankful we are by providing them with some Thanksgiving desserts!
We are asking for donations of freezable desserts (breads or pies) that teachers can take home with them on the last day before the Thanksgiving.
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
There will also be water, soda, chips, candy and cookies for sale.
Parent Survey
The survey will remain open until November 30.
Third Grade Market Days - November 14
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
Parking for Events
Green Apple Savings Program Starts November 14
A+ Federal Credit Union has joined with Mott Elementary school for an exciting opportunity that will give your child money in his/her own Green Apple Savings account! Open your Green Apple Account and A+FCU will provide the first $10!
An A+FCU representative will be in the front foyer to receive applications from 7:05 to 7:35 on this day. They will come back monthly to receive additional applications and deposits.
Benefits for your child:
- Learn the value of saving
- Make deposits and see his/her account grow
- Earn rewards for saving
- Gain valuable money management skills
Get your Green Apple Starter Kit when you open your new account!
Please go to this link on the Mott website to access the applications, see the schedule, and receive more information: Green Apple
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 12 - Veteran's Day Assembly - 9:00 to 9:45 a.m.
November 12 - 18 - PTO Spirit Night at Jersey Mike's - Come in any evening and it benefits Mott PTO
November 14 - Green Apple Deposit Day from 7:05 to 7:35 a.m. in the front foyer.
Third Grade Market Day
November 16 - Pies to Teachers - PTO Event.
November 19 - 23 - No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27 - Family Game Night 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
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