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January 18, 2022
This week we pause to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As we scroll through the numerous MLK quotes on our social media pages, let's take a look at how we can honor his legacy in our own community. In the eternal words of Dr. King, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?''
Get involved! Join the RES PTA, get your membership to local treasure New Pond Farm or donate your time or money to our beloved Mark Twain Library. The RES PTA has several wonderful committees that are looking for support. Help us make a positive impact on the lives of RES students!
Make your voice heard! Register to vote! We have critical elections coming this May that greatly impact the future of our town and schools. Go to TownofReddingCT.org to learn more about how to register to vote. Also, this Saturday, Jan 22 from noon-2 at JBHS, Dr. McKinnon will outline the full budget for the 2022-2023 school year. We encourage you to attend and educate yourself on the future needs of our schools.
Meet your neighbors! Show our RES PTA Community some LOVE and join us on Sunday, Feb 6 for a PTA members outdoor skating party! More details to come. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other RES families and share some fun in an outdoor, distanced environment.
Wishing you a wonderful week ahead!
Meredith and Angela
PTA Meeting Recording
Missed last week's PTA meeting? Want to listen to it again? To access a link to the recorded meeting, click here.
TapRoot Theatre Company Virtual Assembly
Taproot Theatre will be virtual and in-school between Jan 24-28. This year's Focus will be "Team Player Mode." To learn more about this wonderful event, click here.
4th Grade Yearbook Opportunity! - Due January 28th!
DEALINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: FRIDAY, JANUARY 28TH
Save The Date To Join Us and Skate!
An RESPTA Members Only Event
Location: Westport Rink at Longshore
Date: Sunday, February 6th
Check back here for more details!
Glow Ball - SAVE THE DATE!
Saturday, March 12
15th Annual Recycling Billboard Contest
Nutmeg Book Nominations For 2022
Favorite Reads for Spring Break
These are the Nutmeg Book Nominations for 2022!
Grades K-3 - Elementary Flier (attached)
Grades 4+ - Intermediate Flier (attached)
Thank you to Sarah Peronace for sharing these recommendations!
CT PTA Launches VoterVoice!
A special RES PTA "Thank You":
- Please take a moment to share a note of thanks with the RES Unsung heroes! Komal Kulkarni, Rachel Saluzzi and Bobbie Granskog are the greatest administrative team. Jennifer Connolly keeps all our kiddos in the best health possible. Joe Amodio is tirelessly working to align all the staff, parent and student needs. Sharon Weirsman stepped right into a new role this summer with an incredibly positive can-do attitude. To our fabulous custodial staff, we thank you for making the school shine every day!
Volunteers Needed For:
- International Fest volunteers
Many hands make light work! Please click on this link to complete the PTA Volunteer Form.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact respta4kids@gmail.com. Thank you for helping serve our RES community!
Join The RES PTA
The RES PTA is a community that aims to make life better for every elementary student. We invite you to join us, either by becoming a member or by volunteering to help out with the work we do (or, hopefully, both!) Your membership supports our mission by funding school enrichment activities, staff grants and community engagement, as well as keeps you in the know about all the events we host throughout the year!
-Angela Caes & Meredith Schuchard
Co-Presidents
Questions? respta4kids@gmail.com
2021/2022 RES PTA Membership Rates
$25 Family Membership | $10 Faculty Membership
For more information on how to join, go to:
RESCTPTA.MEMBERSHIPTOOLKIT.COM
or simply scan the QR code below to get started with your membership!
- Saturday, January 22 - Redding School budget presentation - JBHS 12:00pm
Upcoming PTA Meetings
- Feb 9, 2022 07:00 PM
- Mar 9, 2022 07:00 PM
- Apr 6, 2022 07:00 PM
- May 11, 2022 07:00 PM
- Jun 8, 2022 07:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85093947873?pwd=NU01UHVGemlOMHRpcHNWbEVGSXRDdz09
Meeting ID: 850 9394 7873
Passcode: 383854