Hoots'n'Hollers Newsletter
2023-2024: Q1W8
The Guild PTO - Madison Traditional Academy
Presidents' Update
Dear MTA families,
Congratulations to our Owl Star recipients- the first assembly for the year is this Friday! We will have four assemblies this year (vs 2 last year) and big thanks to Mariya Heath for spearheading! 🦉🌟
Stock the Lounge
Thank you for the overwhelming support for our new pilot program to Stock the Teacher lounge! We will continue to share monthly themed sign ups. If you have ideas/suggestions, please message us. We are so excited to have lots of treats (no tricks!) for our amazing MTA Teachers + Staff in October! 🎃
Raptor
Thank you for your patience with Raptor. District Office is aware of the issue and is working to get it addressed.
The hours are being logged in the system even though most people are unable to see them in their accounts. The Front Office will be running a report and reaching out to those not in compliance.
We strongly suggest you keep a log (ex: Notes app in your phone) of your hours should there be a discrepancy.
Save the Date
Parent Social on 11/3 (ticket link here)
Fun Run on 11/17
Dine at Genuine Restaurants!
Support MTA all month long while dining at Genuine restaurants -The Vig (all locations), Fillmore and Genuine. Be sure to let your server know you are with MTA so we get a percentage of the sales back to the school!
Additional Notes…
- Are you a photographer? We need help at some upcoming events - would credit volunteer hours. Please message us!
- If you forgot school picture day, retakes are 11/2. 😉
- We are in need of uniform approved socks for the Nurses Office- please drop off in the bins located in the Front Office
- Donate your sneakers - all sizes, all kinds! Please drop off in the donation bins in the Front Office. We are collecting all year long!
- Owl store donations - keep them coming! Donate items for the Owl Store in the Front Office. Thank you for all those who have donated!
- If you have extra baskets, cute containers, any holiday decor, etc. please consider donating to the Guild. We are looking for things to spice up the teacher lounge when we put out treats, etc. Message Sara (917-861-5975) with any questions. 😉
You can find more information about the Guild and the school year on our website at www.mtaguild.org (http://www.mtaguild.org/) or on our Facebook page: Madison Traditional Academy Guild https://www.facebook.com/groups/mtaguildpto/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mtaguildpto/)
Please reach out with any questions at mtaguildboard@gmail.com (mailto:mtaguildboard@gmail.com)
Have a great week!
Sara Snyder & Catheryn Eisaman-Avalos
Co-Presidents
MTA Guild Executive Board
Guild Updates
FALL SPORTS PICTURES, UNIFORMS, GAMES/MEETS, AND FEES
- Game/Meet info can be accessed under your sport at this link: https://sites.google.com/madisoned.org/mta-athletics/fall
- Please be sure to pay the $100 Athletic Fee through PowerSchool for your student to receive a uniform and participate. 1) Login to PowerSchool from a computer. 2) Choose “Purchases and Payments” 3) Choose “Items at Student’s School” 4) Choose “Athletic Fee” 5) Complete your purchase 6) Save a copy of your receipt
Volunteer Opportunities
Help us stock the Teacher's Lounge with snacks & drinks so our fabulous MTA Teachers & Staff can enjoy their day a little more.Directions for stocking volunteers:
- Select the items you'd like to donate from our needs list each month.
- Purchase or bake your items.
- Deliver your items to the Front Office on the assigned day. Label your items To: MTA GUILD, include your name & your child's name so we can credit your hours properly.
- Receive 1 hour of service credit for your donation. (Please don't select more than 2 two donations per week.)
- If you have any ideas/feedback, please let us know. We are excited about this new pilot program.
- Email Jessica Major with questions at jnbmajor@gmail.com.
Breakfast + Lunch Duty - lots of spots open and a great way to get hours in.
Campus Beautification (see below)
Owl Store (more dates + slots added!)
Driveway Entrance/Exit - help students cross safely and traffic flow every AM & PM
Campus Beautification
Campus Beautification opportunities are back! This is a great after school volunteer opportunity that can be done every Tuesday and Friday anytime between 3:30-7:00pm. Help us keep our campus looking great!
Yearbooks and Happy Hoots!
- It's time to order a yearbook for the 2023-2024 school year to guarantee your memories! They are only $22 - All sales are online.
- Do you want to send a special message in the yearbook for your student? It's only $5 extra per Happy Hoot (click on the ad and follow the directions).
- Please go to buytheyearbook.com to order your yearbook and buy a Happy Hoot to be included. All ONLINE yearbook and happy hoots orders will close MARCH 8th, 2024. (In person cash sales will be available in May if you miss the online deadline for $25 - first come, first served. Supply is limited!)
- Email rwehrenberg@madisoned.org for questions.
Remind Texts
- Please see graphic below to sign up and receive the texts for your child's grade(s).
Raptor
- Please make sure all parents + guardians are signed up in Raptor. This is a District-wide safety initiative. https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/MzcyNDplbi1VUw==
MTA Buy / Sell Facebook Group
We have created an MTA Buy / Sell Facebook group! This new page is for our community to share things to buy, sell, donate, etc. from uniforms, to books, sports equipment and more! Join here
While we fully support people selling their uniforms, also keep in mind the Guild has a Uniform Exchange Committee and all proceeds go directly back to the school. You can drop off your clothing in the front office.
The Uniform Exchange will be selling uniforms at each monthly Guild meeting this year so come check it out!
MTA Swag!
- Show your Owl spirit and check out the MTA Swag on our website
- Snag your customized, limited edition MTA hat designed by local Phoenix favorite @truckers_by_tams - these are a limited quantity WHITE HAT LINK / BLUE HAT LINK
- Blue hat is currently sold out so we are placing another order- thanks for your patience!
- More details to come but we are excited to announce the MTA Family Fun Fest date for next year!
Dads Club Scholarship Fund
- The MTA Guild Executive Board earmarked $1,000 for the Dads Club Scholarship Fund for the '23-'24 annual budget.
- If your family requires assistance with expenses ex: activity fees, sports equipment, or expenses associated with field trips/class trips, you can make a confidential request to: mtascholarships@gmail.com
- If approved, the Scholarship Committee with work with the Guild Treasurer to arrange for the payment of school-related expenses, or to reimburse.
Ongoing GotSneakers Fundraiser:
- 👟 ♻️ Our sneaker drive is now ongoing, all year long- simply drop off your sneakers (in any condition) to the front office.
- Can be men/women/kids shoes
- Make sure to share with family, friends + neighbors so we can recycle + fundraise for a good cause.
- Please click here for link for more info on the organization!
REMIND is fixed!
JOIN REMIND FOR TEXT REMINDERS! Remind is a FREE text messaging service for schools and organizations.
Please note that we are utilizing the FREE version of REMIND which is one-way communication. If you need to send us an update or have questions, please email us.
Easy as 1-2-3:
- Using your cell phone, create a new text message to 81010
- In the message text, use the below code for your child(ren)'s grade level and hit "Send"
- Get realtime updates from the Guild.
- Kindergarten: @mtaguildk
- 1st Grade: @mtaguild1
- 2nd Grade: @mtaguild2
- 3rd Grade: @mtaguild3
- 4th Grade: @mtaguild4
- 5th Grade: @mtaguild5
- 6th Grade: @mtaguild6
- 7th Grade: @mtaguild7
- 8th Grade: @mtaguild8
Teachers, Staff & Other Community Members: If you would like to get Guild Reminders also, please signup using @mtaguild
Important Dates
September 2023:
- September - All Month Long - Genuine Concepts Restaurants Fundraiser (mention MTA)
- AZ POPS Fundraiser - every Friday all year! (mention MTA)
- 9/29: Owl-Star Assembly (K-4 1:40pm, 5-8 2:20pm)
October 2023:
- 10/6- Teacher Planning Day-NO Students
- 10/9-10/13: NO SCHOOL, Fall Break
- 10/16: Uniform Exchange & Logo Sales, 6 pm – 7 pm, MTA Cafeteria
- 10/16: Guild (PTO) Meeting, MTA Cafeteria 6:30 – 7:30 pm
- 10/25: MTA Spirit Night @ Wildflower Bread Co.
- 10/25: PM Parent Teacher Conferences
- 10/26: Half Day Parent Teacher Conferences
- 10/27: Half Day Parent Teacher Conferences
- 10/26 & 10/27: Book Fair Set-up
- 10/30-11/2: Book Fair
November 2023:
- 10/30-11/2: Book Fair
- 11/2: School Picture Retakes
- 11/3: Parent Social
- 11/10: No School- Veteran's Day
- 11/4: Feed My Starving Children - family volunteering event, 2-3:45 pm
- 11/13: Uniform Exchange & Logo Sales, 6 pm – 7 pm, MTA Cafeteria
- 11/13: Guild (PTO) Meeting, MTA Cafeteria 6:30 – 7:30 pm
- 11/14: MTA Spirit Night @ Babbo
- 11/15: Spelling Bee (TBC)
- 11/17: FUN RUN @ Sunnyslope
- 11/22-11/24: NO SCHOOL, Thanksgiving Break
December 2023:
- 12/5: MTA Spirit Night @ Aunt Chilada's
Upcoming Event Flyers
Feed My Starving Children - Volunteer Event
We have an exciting opportunity for MTA families to volunteer for Feed My Starving Children. This is a great opportunity for our kiddos to get involved and give back to communities.
Click Here to sign up
Saturday, Nov 4, 2023, 02:00 PM
1345 South Alma School Road, Mesa, AZ 85210, USA
2023-2024 Guild Executive Board
Presidents:
Vice Presidents:
Treasurers:
Communications Secretary: Heidi Wright
Secretaries: Amanda Boxwell, Meredith Pohl
Dad’s Club President: Jeffrey Daniels
Teacher Representative: Crystal DiPede
Alternate: Lisa Naylor
Parent Representatives
- (K-2) Abbey Ross
- (3-5) Katie Carpenter
- (6-8) Chrystal Kral
2023-2024 MTA Guild Committee Chairs
- Art Masterpiece: Amber Roberson + Dimple Patel
- Artsonia: Angela Larkin + Holly Navarrete
- Art Walk: Ashley Brown + Sara Hicks
- Athletic Director Support: Carlene Lowry
- Bingo Night: Carrie Perrone + Rachel Milne
- Book Fair: Tiffany Mitchell, Amanda Ellexson + Amanda Penn
- Breakfast/Lunch/Playground Support: Natalie Eggum
- Back-To-School Packs/Supply Closet: Kelly Fenton
- Bulletin Boards: Brandy Harmon
- Campus Beautification: Lynn Running
- Coin Drive: Justina Dendauw
- Copy Help: Stephanie Stocksleger
- Directory/Membership: Kelli + Zac Blossom
- Spirit Night: Rebecca Girard + Chelsie Vyles
- Family Fun Day: Nikki Khraizat + Jennifer Bishop
- Eighth Grade Graduation Committee: Anna Gharib
- Fun Run: Kati Seyk + Kelly Richards
- Guild Meeting Sign-In: Anne Schneider
- Hoot Attack: Rob Davison
- Mother/Son Kickball Tournament: Abbey Ross, Courtney Nelson, Rachel Molina, Mariya Heath
- Logo/Activity Sales: Kim Owens
- Lost & Found: Richard Razo
- Owl Star Assemblies: Mariya Heath
- Owl Star Sign Up Support: Lily Romero
- Teacher Lounge Treats: Jessica Major
- Parent Social: Teresa Strunk + Karli Fautch
- Preschool Liason: Noel Domfeh
- Read-a-thon: Courtney Nelson + Andrea Libey
- Safe Start: Megan Ross
- Sponsorship: Bansi Popat + Francesco Onorato
- Sweetheart Dance: Amber Roberson, Dimple Patel, Crystal Bradley, Lauren McKeon, Jaima Curtis
- Teacher Appreciation: Arianna Shwer
- Uniform Exchange: Sylwia Cavalcant & Jade Anderson-Passamonte
- Uniform Exchange Guild Meeting Sales: Jessica Dwork + Guadalupe Rojas
- Vision & Hearing Screening: Lindsey Hunt
- Volunteer (Family) Opportunity- Feed My Starving Children: Melissa Brammer
Our Mission
Establishing and maintaining a working relationship between the parents, school and teachers. Enhancing the quality of education by raising funds for school programs, equipment, resources or supplemental materials that fall outside the school budget. Providing volunteer support to increase student safety and security and to facilitate the educational experience. Developing and assisting with the implementation of programs and projects that will enrich the curriculum.
Email: mtahoots@gmail.com
Website: http://www.mtaguild.org
Location: Phoenix, AZ, USA
Phone: 602-745-4000