The Peach Pit
GCA PTSO Newsletter
April News You Can Use!
2015 - 2016 Executive Board
Box Tops for Education
A Message From Your 2014 - 2015 PTSO President
Volunteer Committee
Fundraising Committee
Nominating Committee : 2015 - 2016 Executive Board Elections
PTSO President : Jill Smith
Vice President : Melissa Alewine
Secretary : Crystal Booth
Vice Secretary : Michelle Gilyard
Treasurer : Angel Gilstrap
Region Lead Chair
A Message From Your 2014 - 2015 PTSO President
We did it! We enhanced the educational experience for GCA students through our dedication and generosity! Thank you to everyone who took the time to serve our school through GCA PTSO this past school year. Together we were able to establish stronger regional and committee leadership teams, create a volunteer entry point, initiate the GCA PTSO Parent-led calendar, and gift over $5,000 for student achievement incentives, teacher/staff appreciation and development, and regional end-of-year picnics. Way to go! It has always been the desire of the PTSO to be the tree for parent engagement. We are still very much a work in progress, but for an organization that is wrapping up their full second year in existence AND the first one of its kind in the country...I'd say that we are on the right pathway towards even bigger success! I have enjoyed serving on the board for the past two years as your Vice-President and current President. A special thank you goes out to our dedicated board members who passionately lead our efforts to become better at our mission. We make a GREAT team! I am excited about our new board for the 2015-2016 school year. These passionate and capable learning coaches have stepped up to the plate and I'm betting that next year will be our best year yet! Remember to go ahead and sign up to be a volunteer for next year. You can sign up to be a team player by completing the survey below.
Jen Brown
GCA PTSO President
Volunteer Committee
CALL FOR VOLUNTEER!!!
Fundraising Committee : Help Support GCA Students
You might think it is only a dollar, but oh what a difference a dollar can make!
Box Tops for Education
Shirley Lester
2387 Rodgers Dr. SE
Conyers, Ga. 30094
More ways to earn! Collection Sheets: Print Rally Collection and attach Box Tops by tape or glue to sheets of 10, 25 or 50. Do not attach Box Tops with staples. You can print sheets here http://www.gcaptso.org/label_rally_sheets.html
Box Tops Code: If you a 14-digit eBoxTops code you can redeem it here http://www.boxtops4education.com/Bonus-Box-Tops/Redeem-Box-Tops-Code your designated school will automatically be credited with this bonus: In-StoreBonus Offers:
Look for Bonus Box Tops opportunities at a store near you. http://www.boxtops4education.com/Bonus-Box-Tops/In-Store-Offers
PTSO End-of-Year Celebrations Schedule and Locations
Please use this form to confirm your attendance
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yV2nAA-2CUWN3Hux2OF9EhGzixkj0qmTQMm3xQkvWuc/viewform?c=0&w=1
Region 1 (1 of 2 Events)
May 7th from 11-2 at White Oak Park
298 Mustang Dr
Dallas, GA 30132
We will have snacks, games, and prizes. We’ll be located at the picnic tables and grills by the playground. Simply drive into the park entrance and continue straight. There is a small parking area directly in front of the playground as well as a larger lot right before. This park has several large grassy areas, a fishing pond, a large walking trail, and an extensive playground. Feel free to bring a sack lunch or to bring food for the grill as there are plenty available for use in our designated area. Hosted by Rebecca Vega and Jen Brown
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 1
May 9th from 10 at Sloppy Floyd State Park
2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Rd
Summerville, GA 30747
Let’s celebrate our students and Mothers Day! We will have a variety of activities along with crafts for the children to make their mothers a present for Mother's Day. We will also hold a drawing at 2 P. M. for a chance for 3 lucky children to win a Gift basket for their mother. Also, if you would like to fish, bring your pole. Bring a sack lunch and drinks for the day. There is a $5 parking fee. Hosted by Jill Smith and Angel Gilstrap
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 2
May 15th from 4-9 at Don Carter State Park
5000 N Browning Bridge Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
We are planning a day of fun while recognizing the rising 6th and 9th graders. There is a $5 parking pass per car so have cash on hand. Hosted by Lisa Moseley
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 3 (1 of 2 events)
May 12th from 12-3 at Lenora Park
4515 Lenora Church Rd
Snellville, GA
A day full of fun with food, game, and crafts hosted by Michelle Gilyard
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 3
Monday, May 11th from 11am-2pm
McCurry Park
164 McDonough Rd.
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Let’s end the year in celebration. Bring your lunch, sporting equipment and let’s have a good time. Also be prepared to recognize your child for their accomplishments this year. Hosted by : Rachel Hayes and Monique Sheffield.
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 4
May 13th from 11–3 at Gold Dust Park
646 Industrial Blvd
Villa Rica, GA
Come to a carnival hosted by Missy Pike!
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 5
May 8th from 2-5 at Memorial Park
293 Gran Ellen Dr
Athens, GA 30606
Enjoy a trip to the Bear Hollow Zoo, then make our way to the pavilion at 3 p.m. where each student will receive a certificate. We will have a cake, piñata, face painting, and free play. There will be a student achievement display table. Each student is invited to bring something he/she completed this school year (a project/assignment/art work) or something special from a sport or a hobby. Hosted by Leslie Wynn
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 6
May 19th from 11-5 at Ocmulgee National Monument Indian Mounds
1207 Emery Highway
Macon, GA
The GCA PTSO is hosting an End of Year picnic at the Ocmulgee National Monument Indian Mounds in Macon on May 19th from 11 A.M. until 5 P.M. We will begin the day at 11 A.M. in the Visitors Center for a video and a tour of the cool things they have for your entertainment. At 12 P.M. we will enjoy a picnic, so bring your own sack lunch and drinks. The children will have the opportunity at 1 P.M. to learn how to make their own pottery or take a guided tour of the park. Children that choose the pottery can also take a tour of the mounds after they finish the pottery. As this event is a gift from the PTSO there will be no charge, so be sure to tell the people at the park that you are with the GCA PTSO. http://www.nps.gov/ocmu/planyourvisit/things2do.htm Hosted by Jill Smith
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 7
May 13th from 1–3 at Memorial Gardens
7022 Evans Town Ctr. Blvd.
Evans, GA 30809
Come join us for a day full of fun and activities hosted by Nydia Colon, Christine Lewis, and Kathy Muehlbauer
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 8
May 15th from 11-4 at Oxbox Meadows
3535 South Lumpkin Rd
Columbus, Ga 31903
Bring a sack lunch & drinks for the day, hosted by Linda Schlomer & Tiffani Stacy
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 9
May 15th from 10–2 at Babes Mighty Mite Complex
479 Hinson Mosley RD
Jesup, GA 31545
Bring a sack lunch and drinks for the day, hosted by Joyanna Smith.
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 10
May 15th from 10–3 at Reed Bingham Park (Beach Pavilion)
542 Reed Bingham Rd
Adel, GA 31620
Bring a sack lunch and drinks for the day. We will have access to the Lake Beach so bring a bathing suit and towel if you plan to swim! Hosted by Samantha Vick
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 11
May 23rd 1:00 at McKey Park (HBA Tennis Center)
1120 Burton Ave
Valdosta GA 31602
Join us for a luau hosted by Alyce Avary
Click HERE to register for this event!
Region 12
May 12th from 11-2 at J. F. Gregory Park
521 Cedar St
Richmond Hill, GA
Bring a sack lunch. We will have games along with water games, so bring a towel and a change of clothes. Hosted by Melissa Alewine and Angela Nowitzke
2014 - 2015 PTSO Executive Board
President - Jennifer Brown
Phone # 762-338-1285
president@gcaptso.org
Vice President - Jill Smith
Phone # 404-480-3506
vpresident@gcaptso.org
Secretary - Shirley Lester
Phone # 470-269-3643
secretary@gcaptso.org
Vice Secretary - Alicia Murphy
Phone # 770-765-3320
vc.secretary@gcaptso.org
Treasurer - Nickii Turner
Phone # 762-338-1092
treasurer@gcaptso.org
Vice Treasurer -
Phone #
vc.treasurer@gcaptso.org
Region Chair- Melissa Alewine
Phone # 912-495-8618
gcaptsoregchair@gmail.com