Fernbrook School PTO Newsletter
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Hello Fernbrook Families
Checkout the latest biweekly PTO Newsletter and learn more about all of our exciting upcoming PTO events and happenings!
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Virtual General PTO Meeting- Voting Meeting: TONIGHT: May 24, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Join us for the opportunity to get informed, share ideas and connect with the members of
the Fernbrook Community.
In addition, this meeting we will be voting on the new Executive Board positions for the 2023-2024 School Year. In order to participate in voting, you will need to be a current Fernbrook PTO member in good standing and must be present at the meeting.
Please RSVP to Soniya Patel at: recordingsecretary@fernbrookpto.org. Soniya will email
you the meeting agenda, meeting link and password.
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Annual Ice Cream Social: Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Great news, our annual tradition is back for another year! Join us for our Fernbrook Ice Cream Social event on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The event is from 6:30 PM-8:00 PM and will be outside of Fernbrook School on the Blacktop (near the playground). If there is inclement weather, the event will be held in the Fernbrook Gym.
Please note that this event is free for all current PTO members and will be $2 per child for
non-members. Please note that this is also not a drop off event and registration is required.
For more information and to register for this exciting event can be found on our website:
Ice Cream Social
Questions? Email the Ice Cream Social Committee at: icecreamsocial@fernbookpto.org
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Order Next Year's School Supplies: School Supply Kits
Order next school year's supplies online today through June 25, 2023!
NEW this year, you have the opportunity to purchase prepackaged school supplies for the next school year through School Tool Box!
- Each supply box matches your teacher's supply list
- Supplies are name-brand and guaranteed all year
- Supplies will be delivered to Fernbrook School, directly to your child's classroom
Visit our website to learn more or to place your order, today!
Questions? Reach out to the School Supply Kit Committee at: schoolsupplykit@fernbrookpto.org
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Family Buddy Program: Sign Up, Today!
Are you a current Fernbrook family and are interested in helping a new family in town? Good news! We have just the program for you!
To welcome new families to our school and help them get acclimated more quickly, the Fernbrook PTO is proud to announce our NEW Family Buddy Program.
This program will pair new Fernbrook families with existing Fernbook families so they can be a helpful and friendly resource. Buddies are here to answer any questions about Fernbrook, the PTO, and Randolph in general.
To learn more or to sign up to be a Family Buddy, please visit our website.
Questions? Reach out to the Family Buddy Program Committee at: familybuddies@fernbrookpto.org
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Thank You: Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
We hope our Teachers and Staff at Fernbrook enjoyed Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week. Thank you to everyone who donated time, money, and supplies to make our Fernbrook staff feel loved. Parents and families really came out and helped in all ways this year. Weβve gotten wonderful feedback that the staff have all had a fantastic week! Take a look at our Fernbrook PTO Facebook page to see all the fun photos.
A special thank you to the businesses who offered donations and discounts to help us keep everyone fed all week - Alfa Bagel (Owned by Fernbrook's own Psaras Family), Denville Diner (owned by Fernbrookβs own Aiello family), Stirling Craft Kitchen and Wegmans Catering.
Thank you to our Fernbrook teachers and Staff. Thank you for all you do to teach, support, and encourage our kids. We are a lucky community for sure!!!
Additionally, the EBoard and the Fernbrook Community would like to thank our very own Brittany Bassett and Christine Steigman (Teacher Appreciation Committee Co-Chairs) for all of the time and effort that was put into making this week so special. We are so lucky to have you both!
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Thank You/Fun Recap: Fifth Grade Dance Event
The Fifth Grade Committee (Jeanne Glodek, Sheila Pesa, Jenn Porter, Jamie Rajkumar and Soniya Patel) held an exciting dance event for the Fifth Grade Class, this past Friday evening. Our Fifth Graders dressed up and danced to E Entertainment (Eli Kababa), had photos taken in an incredible photo booth, provided by DYNAMIC BASS MOBILE, had Mr. Sam's Ice Cream Truck make an appearance for a fun treat and the whole night was documented by the very talented, Monika de Myer (Monika de Myer Photography). It was an amazing night where our students were able to make many fun and enjoyable memories with one another.
A special thank you to all those who volunteered to assist us with the event: Monika Brjwani, Kerri Matullo, Joanne Psaras, Erika Marks, Susan Cece, Alicja Pietrzak, Wanna Li and Loren Darzano (and to Melissa Zimmerman for the photo area donations.) A BIG Thank you to Dr. Bernal, Ms. Thorn, Mrs. Branch, Ms. Moran, Mr. Patel, Mrs. Cutri, Mr. Alex and Mr. Marcello for all of the assistance in getting this event up and running for us.
Additionally, we want to extend a very special thank you to the Fifth Grade Committee- this event would not have been possible without your planning and coordinating such a fun event for our students.
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Community News: Randolph Rocks 5K/1K Race
Whether youβre a competitive or recreational runner, an experienced or beginner walker, or just looking to meet up and do something fun, the 13th Annual Randolph Rocks 5K Run/1K Fun Run is for you! Bring your friends, family and neighbors and join us to help support an amazing organization: Randolph Education Foundation (REF).
REF, a nonprofit organization that supports the Randolph Township School District will host Randolph Rocks 5K/1K on June 10, 2023 at the Randolph High School Wellness Center (511 Millbrook Avenue; Randolph, NJ 07869). The 1K Fun Run begins at 8:30 AM and the 5K Race will start at 8:45 AM.
Can't make it with us in-person for the event? You're in luck! You can also register for a Virtual 5K Race instead. This can be completed whenever you would like between June 10 and June 18, 2023.
New this year: The 5K Race Course is a USTAF certified and Grand Prix sanctioned race course! Additionally, the elementary school with the most signups will win a special award!
Own a business and interested in being a sponsor? Email us at: refsponsorships@gmail.com
We hope to see you all there with your running shoes on!
To sign-up visit: Randolph Rocks 5K/1K Race
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Community News: Rockstar Celebration: Show Your Appreciation with a Star Card!
Do you know of a teacher who has had a positive impact on a childβs life? Is there a school staff member who has gone the extra mile for your child? Say βThank youβ with a Star Card!
For a $5 donation, the Randolph Education Foundation (REF) will send your personal note to any teachers, staff members, or administrators in the district to let them know that they have made a difference in a childβs life. Thereβs no limit to how many cards you can buy. Please remember the people who provide hot lunches to the students, drive buses, and keep our buildings and grounds neat and clean.
Your personal message will be delivered on a Star Card the first week in June. To purchase Star Cards visit: www.randolpheduationfoundation.org
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Become a PTO Member:
Why join the Fernbrook School PTO? Because at Fernbrook, we are all a T.E.A.M. (Together Everyone Achieves More)
For just $20, your Annual PTO Membership fee (during the academic school year) makes it possible for the PTO to fund exciting and enriching learning opportunities/ programs for all of our students as well as to contribute to school improvement projects. We hope you'll become a member of our PTO, today!
Becoming a PTO member does not require participation on a committee. Your financial support will assist us with all the fun programs and activities for the 2022-2023 school year.
For any questions, please email the Membership Committee
Birthday Book Club:
Interested in making your child's birthday extra special this school year? Want to do something to benefit Fernbrook Elementary School? You're in luck! Sign your child up for the Birthday Book Club.
The Birthday Book Club is a great way to celebrate your child's birthday and help support the Fernbrook Elementary School PTO! Sign up, for your child's Birthday Book Club order, today!
Questions? Email the Birthday Book Club Committee at: bdbookclub@fernbrookpto.org
"No Cost" Fundraisers:
The Fernbrook Elementary School PTO has many βno costβ fundraisers in which our families may participate. No cost fundraisers provide opportunities for Fernbrook families to contribute to the Fernbrook School without spending more than they currently spend. Many companies offer benefits to non-profit organizations to assist in their fundraising efforts.
Currently, The Fernbrook PTO participates in Box Tops.
To learn more, visit our website and enroll, today!
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Fernbrook School PTO Executive Board
Loren Darzano | Co-President
Nina Lifshey | Co-President
Dana Pineiro | Administrative Vice President
administrativevp@fernbrookpto.org
Marie Chahed | Treasurer
Soniya Patel | Recording Secretary
recordingsecretary@fernbrookpto.org
Melissa Issa | Corresponding Secretary