McKinley PTO Newsletter
Where Every Parent Is A Member
March 12, 2018
President's Update
Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for last Thursday night's PTO meeting. I always enjoy hearing ideas and getting feedback from those who attend.
This week's newsletter is full of important information, please enjoy.
As always, if you have any questions about your PTO, please feel free to contact me.
Have a great week,
PTO Dates to Remember
Make sure to put the following dates on your calendar!
- March 1st-14th - Leukemia Coin Drive
- March 20th - MOD Pizza Dine Out; 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
- March 21st - World Down Syndrome Day - Lots of Socks Day
- March 23rd - Sock Hop Dance, 6-8:30 p.m.
- March 30th-April 6th - Spring Break; No Classes
- April 2nd - World Autism Day - Wear Blue
- April 10th - Math Night; 5-7:30 p.m.
- April 27th - High Interest Day
Upcoming Spirit Days:
Every Friday is McKinley Spirit Wear Day (wearing McKinley red counts too)!
Below are a list of specially themed spirit wear days for the year:
- March 21st - World Down Syndrome Day - Lots of Socks Day
- May 4th - Tie-Dye
2018-19 PTO Board of Directors
The PTO Board of Directors is comprised of the following positions: President (Lindsay Stadler), Vice President (Lindsay Krumsee), Treasurer (Larry Holzen), Secretary (Kate Neugent), VP of Committees (Kristi Knoedler), VP if Membership (Heidi Engbring) and Co Corresponding Secretaries (Robin Lane & Lindsay Krumsee). The volunteers currently holding the positions of President, Vice President and VP of Membership will all be seeking reelection for the 2018-19 school year. The following Board positions are open for next school year: Treasurer, Recording Secretary, VP of Committees and Co-Corresponding Secretaries. If you are interested in joining the PTO Board or if you would like more information about any of these positions, please contact Lindsay Stadler.
Adult Social Record Year!
Thank you again to everyone who donated and attended to the Adult Social. This year the event raised almost $13,000!! All of this money goes back to benefit all the students of McKinley and is the PTO's largest fundraiser.
If you are interested in being a part of the Adult Social, please contact Lindsay Stadler, as we are looking for a new committee.
MOD Pizza Dine Out Fundraiser Save the Date
MOD Fundraiser Flyer, Click HERE.
Thank you for supporting McKinley through these Dine Out events!
Sock Hop Dance Is March 23rd!
The Sock Hop is coming up March 23rd from 6 - 8:30 PM. Look for the Sock Hop flyer coming home in your child's Tuesday Folder this Friday or click HERE for a printable version. The event flyer includes a ticket order form as well as information on how you can help us decorate for the dance. We're also looking for volunteers to who would like to help out on the night of the dance. Click HERE for the volunteer sign up sheet.
2018 High Interest Day
McKinley’s High Interest Day will be held on April 27th. Information regarding class registration and volunteer opportunities will be coming home with your student’s report card on Friday, March 16th. You can also access registration and volunteer information by clicking the links below. Please note that registration forms are due by March 30th. We’re offering a great assortment of classes this year. In addition to several old favorites, we’re excited to offer new selections like Baton, Be Your Own Boss, Escape the Room, Fun Food, Lab Play and Mock Trial.
High Interest Day cannot happen without the help of volunteers. Please complete the volunteer form and return it to school. If you are unable to volunteer during the day, but still want to be part of the fun, please click the link below to sign up to bring baked goods or drinks for the volunteers.
www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0A4BACAF22ABFE3-breakfast2
The McKinley Publishing Center Is Back!
Starting this week, every student in 1st through 5th grade can sign up to create a book. Each student who signs up will receive a book packet with all the information and materials needed to create a one-of-a kind keepsake. Students can sign up online using the link below. Volunteers are also needed to type and assemble books. Please visit the volunteer link to sign up. Contact Lori Brandenburg at Crashburg@yahoo.com with any questions.
Book Sign Up, Click HERE.
Volunteer Publishers & Typists Sign Up, Click HERE.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Fundraiser Ends Wednesday
5th Grade Career Day Thank You
Thank you to Vanessa Eisenmann, Katy Hambrook, Colleen Watters, Steve Dupee, Jeremy Kell, Darren Engbring, Terri Holzen, Jen Koch, Greg Flint, Lindsay DesPlaines,
and Peter Marik.
Lost & Found
Please consider stopping by the lost and found rack located in the hallway between the cafeteria and gym to see if anything looks familiar. On Thursday March 29, the remaining items will be taken down, washed, and eventually donated. If your kiddo is missing something, please come take a look!
Kids Trivia Night Needs Your Help!
Click HERE to submit your questions.
3rd Annual Angelman Syndrome Foundation Walk
Show Your McKinley Elementary Pride Wherever You Go!
McKinley Elementary Bumper Magnets Only $5!
Proceeds of the sale go to support McKinley programs and projects.
McKinley Elementary PTO
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.
For more information about how you can become involved in PTO efforts, contact Lindsay Stadler lindsaystadler@gmail.com
Office Max / Office Depot Fundraising
This year Office Max/Office Depot stores are offering local schools the opportunity to partner in a fundraising activity. 5% of all qualifying purchases made by parents or teachers for the entire year will be donated to the school in the form of a merchandise credit. McKinley's master ID # is 70113794. For more information, visit http://www.officedepot.com/a/content/back-to-school/5percent/