English Landing PTA News
October 2016
Chris's Corner
It's October, and that means a busy month for PTA at English Landing! There are a lot of opportunities for you to get involved with this month. First of all, let me extend our gratitude for all who participated in our fundraising efforts this year! We couldn't do it without you. Between INVEST, our Savings Card Sales, Box Tops, and Popcorn Friday, we will be able to fund many activities and programs for our students.
Now, what is going on this month? Fall Classroom parties are in just a few weeks and there is always room to help. Talk to your classroom party coordinators for more information. Also, our Fall Book Sale is taking place during Parent Teacher conferences with our online sale starting October 5. Check out what Scholastic has to offer - definitely something for everyone! There is a hospitality opportunity during conferences when the PTA will provide a meal for all our hardworking staff. We will have a sign up out soon for this. Looking for more? There are two sale days at the Clothing Center this month, see below for the sign up if you would like to help. And finally, look for our school directory to be published soon! All in all, a great month. Hope to see you at one of these events!
Chris Albani
PTA President
Room Parents and Classroom Parties
Thank you to all the parents who signed up to plan and organize a Fall Festival party for their child's classroom. All Fall Festival parties have a host! Fall Festival parties are October 21st from 2:00-3:00 pm.
There are still some teachers who still need room parents. They are Mrs. Ottis, Mrs. Jensen, Mrs. Van Berkum, Mrs. Willis, Mrs. Peeler, and Mr. O'Connor. Please use this link to sign-up: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b4eacad2dab9-english We are also in need of party planning volunteers for some grade levels.
K- http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b4eacad2dab9-kindergarten
1 - http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b4eacad2dab9-1stgrade
2 - http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b4eacad2dab9-2ndgrade
3 - http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b4eacad2dab9-3rdgrade1
4 - http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b4eacad2dab9-4thgrade
5 - http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b4eacad2dab9-5thgrade
For more information, contact Susan Moore at susmoore28@gmail.com.
October Clothing Center Volunteers
The Clothing Center has registered and served almost 500 students so far this year and expects to grow these numbers before leveling off at the end of October.
They are expecting to be very busy this month, so if you have a couple of hours to spare, they could use the help. The Clothing Center will be open Tuesday, October 18. To volunteer, please sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094aaeaa2aa64-october
For more information, contact Nicole Francis at nfrancis7913@gmail.com.
Fall Book Fair
The English Landing Fall Book Fair is October 26th (5p-8p) and October 27th (12p-8p).
We are very excited about this year’s pirate themed book fair! As you all know, proceeds from the book fair go directly back into the school, via upgrades, further learning, library items, etc.
We appreciate all the support from parents and teachers in the past, and thank you so much for those of you who have already signed up! However, we still greatly need your help! Currently, there are times we still need filled (see below). It’s quick and easy to sign up, just follow this link:
https://volunteer.scholastic.com/#/signup/zZ3XSZDsb
Open spots:
- Friday Oct 21st (set up): 5-6pm (2 spots need filled)
- Wednesday Oct 26th : 4:45p-6:30p
- Thursday Oct 27th : 12-1:30p (2 spots)….1:30-3p (2 spots)….3-5p….3- 4:30p….4:30p-6:30p….5- 6:30p….8-9p (Break Down Assistant).
Don’t forget, you may also shop online at http://www.scholastic.com/bf/englishlanding !
Thanks again for your consideration in helping; we couldn’t do it without you!
Sincerely,
Brooke Crosby – English Landing PTA Book Fair Chairperson
brooke.crosby@hotmail.com.
BoxTops for Education
For questions about BoxTops, please contact Lilah Hall at lilah.hall2011@yahoo.com.
Student Directory
Exciting News! A free copy of the English Landing Elementary School Directory will be distributed to all families electronically this year.
If you would like to order a printed copy, please submit the following information along with $5 per copy to school by Monday, October 17th .
Parent’s Name: ________________________________
Oldest/Only Student Name: ______________________
Teacher: ______________________________________ # of copies: ______ x $5.00
Amount Due: $_________
Send this information and the amount due (cash or check payable to English Landing Elementary PTA) in an envelope labeled EL Directory.
For more information, contact Crista Cochran at cristacochran@gmail.com
Hospitality
If you have any questions or want to help, contact Amy Anderson at amyanderson5@gmail.com or Cassidy Nelson at cassidy13.mcbride@gmail.com.
English Landing PTA Executive Board 2016-2017
President
Chris Albani - christinealbani@sbcglobal.net
Vice-President Membership
Brandy Colson - brandy@blcolson.com
Shawna Mazeiti - mazeitis@gmail.com
Vice-President Volunteers
Kathleen Threadgill - kathleendt@att.net
Vice-President Fundraising
Lisa Darnell - darnellx3@yahoo.com
Treasurer
Ginger Gimple - thegimples@hotmail.com
Recording/Corresponding Secretary
Theresa Fitzpatrick - theresa.fitzpatrick@gmail.com
Principal
Kerry Roe - roek@parkhill.k12.mo.us
PTA Committee Chairs/Leaders
Book Fair: Brooke Crosby - brooke.crosby@hotmail.com
Box Tops: Lilah Hall - lilah.hall2011@yahoo.com
Clothing Center: Nicole Francis - nfrancis7913@gmail.com
Family Fun Night:
Lauren Jeppson - lpjeppson@gmail.com
Julie Durant
FEED: Sarah Andrews - sandrews9@mac.com
Hospitality:
Amy Anderson - amyanderson5@gmail.com
Cassidy Nelson - cassidy13.mcbride@gmail.com
Popcorn Friday: Kathleen Threadgill - kathleendt@att.net
Reflections: Jessica Johnson - jessi.rose.johnson@gmail.com
Room Parties: Susan Moore - susmoore28@gmail.com
School Supplies: Katie Burgess - katieeburgess@gmail.com
Science Fair Co-Chairs:
Jeanne Goodin - avocadonose@hotmail.com
Shawna Mazeitis - mazeitis@gmail.com
Staff Appreciation Week Co-Chairs:
Carolyn Arnold - tigergrad00@yahoo.com
Amie Wilson - amie71408@gmail.com
Student Directory: Crista Cochran - cristacochran@gmail.com
Teacher Wish Tree: Angela Ensminger - angelaensminger@gmail.com
Variety Show: Sherri Thomson - sthomson3@kc.rr.com
Yearbook Co-Chairs:
Scott Taylor - stayloris@mac.com
Kathleen Threadgill - kathleendt@att.net
If you are interested in leading an open committee please contact Chris Albani at christinealbani@sbcglobal.net or Kathleen Threadgill at kathleendt@att.net.
We Love Our Business Members
Ottis Family Chiropractic - Dr. Jason Ottis
Haven 360 - Abbey Thomas, Vice President
Rivalry Run - Abbey Thomas
Water Street Family Counseling - Heidi Tolnai
Edward Jones - Erica Gabrick
Keller Williams - Kate Payne
Seymour Insights - Brent Seymour
DiPasquale and Moore - Jason B. Moore
Platte Valley Bank
Keen Wealth Advisors - Bill Keen
Please be sure to thank these business members for supporting our English Landing Eagles!
Next PTA Meeting
Monday, Jan 9, 2017, 06:30 PM
English Landing Media Center
Repeated Information
Join PTA
Click here for the membership form, or contact Brandy Colson at brandy@blcolson.com or Shawna Mazeitis at mazeitis@gmail.com for more information.