McKinley PTO Newsletter
Where Every Parent Is A Member
October 21, 2019
Presidents' Update
Dear McKinley Families,
Thank you to all those who participated in the Jose's Blue Sombrero dine out and to Dana Wurzburger for coordinating the fundraiser.
It's been brought to our attention that the popcorn maker, that usually is stored in the dungeon, has gone missing. If you may have borrowed or know someone that has borrowed the popcorn maker, kindly return so we can use at our feature events.
A few highlights for this week:
- It's book fair this week, October 23-25th. Please consider volunteering your time.
- Holiday Workshop is on Thursday, December 5th from 3:20 - 6:30 p.m. We are currently seeking more vendors to join us. Reach out to Amanda Mast if interested.
- High Interest Day is interested in having you showcase your special talents, incredible knowledge, or just want to present a session that's tried and true. Contact Bridgid Bedingfield.
In this edition of the PTO newsletter look for more information about:
- Book Fair! Book Fair!
- High Interest Day Presenters Needed
- Keepsake Art
- Dine Out Dates
- Teacher Treat Sign Up
If you have any questions or ways you would like to get involved, please feel free to contact us.
Have a great week!
Kayla Merker and Mike Hansen
Important Dates to Remember
Make sure to put the following dates on your calendar!
- October 22nd - Picture Retake
- October 23rd - 25th - Scholastic Book Fair
- October 24th - 25th - Conferences
- October 25th - No Classes JK - 5
- October 29th - 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Chipolte Dine Out
- October 29th - Conferences
- October 30th - 1:15 p.m. Costume Parade
- November 1st - No School JK - 12
- November 6th - 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Keepsake Art Night
Book Fair! Book Fair!
It's book fair week! Stop by the McKinley Gym to add to your home library! The book fair will be open:
October 23 - 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
October 24 - 3:00 - 8:00 p.m.
October 25 - 8:00 a.m. - Noon
There is still time to set up an online account for your child to shop on their own at the fair. You can also shop online:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/mckinleyelementaryschool54
And we still need volunteers...sign up now!
High Interest Day Presenters Needed
Be part of the greatest day of the year: McKinley's High Interest Day - April 24, 2020!
We are looking for new presenters due to parents with students aging out of McKinley and would love for you to be part of the fun! If you are interested in showcasing your special talents, incredible knowledge, or just want to present a session that's tried and true, contact Bridgid Bedingfield (bridgidreardon@gmail.com) or Paige Brown (brownpa@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us).
Keepsake Art Night
Join us November 6th from 5:30-7:30 pm in the big gym for a favorite McKinley tradition, Keepsake Art night. As in years past, your child (and adults too if they’d like) will have the opportunity to create a piece of art which will then be transferred onto keepsake products to enjoy for years. Your masterpieces will be returned in time for the holidays, and they make great gifts! We are again using Original Works and details on product pricing can be found at here.
Please bring cash or a checkbook as payment is due the night of the event. Contact Faith if you’re interested in volunteering for the event: faithbrawley@hotmail.com.
Important Dine Out Dates
More opportunities to get out of cooking dinner! Thanks to everyone who attended the Jose’s Blue Sombrero Dine Out on Thursday! Next week on October 29th we hope many of you will eat a burrito for McKinley! Chipotle gives us the largest percentage back of any Dine Out and we’d love to have a good turn out to support our school. Thanks again for coming to Dine Out events! -Dana Wurzburger
Tuesday, October 29th 4-8 pm Chipotle on Center and Mayfair (2711A North Mayfair Rd, Wauwatosa). This is a huge one for our school because they give the highest percentage back (33%)! If you want a catering order to count it must be placed via phone at 1800 CHIPOTLE 24 hours in advance and picked up and paid for in the time frame of the fundraiser. Make sure to mention McKinley or show the flyer upon paying for your food in order for it to count!
November 15th all day. Real Good Life meal delivery service. All orders placed on November 15th (meal delivery is on November 20th) will generate 10% back to McKinley! The Real Good Life, Tosa's own meal delivery service, is excited to welcome the McKinley community into their family. Place your order on Friday, November 15th for 10% of all sales to come back to McKinley. Meals are available in one, two, four or six serving portions and serve all kinds of diets (including the kinds that love cheese and chocolate!). Your order will be delivered on Wednesday, November 20th.The Real Good Life can't wait to take dinner off your plate! http://www.therealgoodlife.com/shop
Thursday, December 5th 3-10 pm The Ruby Tap (1341 N Wauwatosa Ave.) Will give 10% back on drink purchases, gift cards, wine of the month clubs, and bottles just in time for the holidays! Come out for a drink with the McKinley parents that night!
Teacher Treat Sign Up
How Do I Become a Member of the PTO?
You already are! If you are a parent, guardian or teacher at McKinley Elementary School, you are a member of the PTO.
Interested in becoming more involved? The PTO is always looking for help. Volunteer opportunities in areas of marketing, communication, social media coordination, event coordination, website design, merchandising and more! There are volunteer opportunities that fit everyone's schedule - during school hours, after school hours, work from home hours and one time event hours.
Please plan to attend the PTO Meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the followings dates:
October 10th
January 9th
March 5th
May 14th
For more information about how you can become involved in PTO efforts, contact Kayla Merker at kaylamerker@gmail.com or Mike Hansen at academymike@gmail.com