McNear PTA Newsletter
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HELLO FALCON FAMILIES!
WOW. Just WOW! The McNear community really came through this week with our spring fundraiser. This time last week I came to you with a challenge grant of $3000. Not only did we meet it, we raised double that amount, before the match even came in. We're really closing in on our goal now, and with two weeks left I know we can do it!
As the school year winds down, our thoughts turn to what things will be like when we start back up again, and that feels really uncertain at the moment. One thing is for sure though, and that is that we're going to need parent volunteers more than ever. Read on to see how you can contribute.
Stay safe and healthy,
Neil.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
SPRING FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN UPDATE
This time last week we were just shy of halfway to our fundraising goal. Thanks to incredible support from the McNear community, and an anonymous matching grant, we now sit at 78%! We're close to being able to fund the student advisor for the whole of the next school year, and are now looking at a chance to fill in some key funding gaps for things like the garden, MASC, TIDE and school events.
About 35% of families have been part of the fundraiser so far. If all the remaining families were to contribute $50 each, we'd make our goal this week. If you've been meaning to make that contribution, take some time to click the link this week and get us across the line, so we can roll into the next school year ready to continue all the great programs that PTA supports.
A number of grandparents have helped with donations, so make sure to reach out to your extended family and friends. And don't forget company matching. If your company does donation matching, make sure to utilize that benefit! Let us know if you need help with things like our 501(c)3 form, EIN. or W9 forms - email mcnearpta@gmail.com
YEARBOOK ORDERS STILL OPEN
We're still taking orders for the yearbook, but since it has now gone to print, there is a finite supply remaining - don't miss out.
You can order by filling out the form here: https://form.jotform.com/201075246101137
VOLUNTEERING FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
We have numerous committees, many of which will need help or committee chairs. Some may not, but here is the full list of our committees:
- After School Enrichment
- Book Fair
- Box Tops
- Diversity (TIDE)
- Elder’s Day
- ELAC Liaison
- Communications
- Food and Nutrition Committee
- Harvest Festival
- Holiday Giving
- Garden Committee
- Winter Fun Run
- Jog-a-thon
- Literacy
- MASC (McNear Art and Science Center)
- McNear Schoolwear Sales
- Newsletter
- School & PTA Signboard
- Supply Closet
- Talent/Variety Show
- Teacher/Staff Appreciation
- Yearbook
If any committee looks interesting to you, let us know: mcnearpta@gmail.com
We'll also be looking for people to help with our fundraising efforts. What this looks like will depend upon state and local restrictions around events. Stay tuned.
UPCOMING DATES
Last Day of School
Friday, May 29th