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November 2016 The Official News of the Duval County Council of PTA/PTSAs Vol. III
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Join us for our next general meeting, November 22, 2016 -
DCPS Building, Cline Auditorium
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Federal Income Tax forms are due by
Tuesday, November 15th
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All PTA/PTSA units are required to file their annual "GROSS" income to the IRS. Although we are tax exempt, it is our fiduciary responsibility to ensure the proper 990 forms are filed every year. A PTA/PTSA is at risk of losing their tax-exempt status if they fail to file their proper 990 form for three consecutive years.
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Please check the front page of your PTA bylaws for approval date. Bylaws are valid for 3 years from that date. To renew your bylaws, download the 2016-2017 form from the Florida PTA. Fill it out, get proper signatures, and fax to Florida PTA for approval. (407 240-9577). Be sure to fill out the bylaws submission form as well.
Remember, any amendments need the vote of the membership following a 30 day notice. Otherwise, simple notification of the membership is all that is required. If you have any questions, contact Betty Marty at
bylaws@dccpta.org
There are currently 18 PTAs with outstanding bylaws!
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Mr. Rogers' Sweater Drive
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WJCT and VyStar Credit Union in partnership with the Duval County Public School PTA are honoring the memory of Fred Rogers with the annual Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive. The drive runs through
November 30
and accepts gently used sweaters, jackets and blankets. Contributions will be donated to a number of designated nonprofits in Duval, Clay, St. Johns’ and Nassau counties. You can drop your items off at the Teacher Depot which is the old Lackawanna School located 3108 Lenox Ave 32254. You can also send 3-4 bags in school mail to the Teacher Depot. Each school donation should include
Mr. Rogers’ School Participation Form.
If you have any delivery questions you can contact Chris Buckley at 381-7480 or Felita Tutt
programs@dccpta.org
with any questions.
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PTA/PTSA Websites and Web Master Info Needed
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DCCPTA is complying a list of all the local PTA/PTSA websites and web masters. If you sign up your group you will have additional technical information and training. Please CLICK HERE to sign up.
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Chartwells K12 & DCPS Food Services Offer Up All-New Field Trip Menus
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Chartwells K12 and DCPS Food Services are proud to offer all-new Field Trip Menus to our students this school year. Our four unique offerings appeal to students of all ages and will be made fresh on-site, in the school café, leading up to your field trips. The new menu options include:
- A soft pretzel fun lunch with yogurt and string cheese
- A fresh turkey & mozzarella wrap on a whole grain tortilla
- A build-your-own flatbread pizza lunch
- A turkey-ham & provolone sandwich on a pretzel roll
Each field trip meal offers fresh, wholesome ingredients, including low-fat dairy, whole grain rich breads, and house made dipping sauces. The new order form and standard operating procedures will be available through the Food Services page on the duvalschools.org website, as well as by request from your café manager or bookkeeper. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions, or to request a sample of our field trip lunches! We look forward to supporting your field trip meal needs this year.
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Holiday Parties and Treats
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From small staff meetings to big holiday parties and everything in between, CK12 Catering can make your event one to remember. We provide high-quality food and beverages, attractively presented with professional, attentive service. With our eager and well-trained staff, there’s no need to stress about setting up or cleaning up - we’ve got it all covered. Check out our all-new menu here, including exclusive packages using the DCPS/Chartwells Food Trucks! We will cater to your crowd.
Want to take the best of the holidays home with you? Order cookies, macaroons, brownies, cupcakes, traditional holiday pies, and more through our limited time only Holiday Bakeshop menu.
Contact Nanette Pittman at Nanette.Pittman@compass-usa.com or by calling 904.237.6563 to coordinate a catering event or place an order.
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The Parent Academy of Duval County Public Schools promotes parental involvement and enhances student achievement. Free Parent Academy courses are offered in schools, libraries, community centers and faith-based institutions. The Parent Academy's focus is in three strands: Student Achievement, Parenting & Advocacy, and Personal & Individual Growth.
Upcoming Courses:
BREAKFAST LEARNING SERIES
Presented by: Family Support Services
This course will share helpful information while providing a networking opportunity to individuals raising children and professionals who help parents. Each session covers a different topic.
11/16/16 Edward Waters College Schell Sweet Community Resource Center 1697 Kings Road, Jacksonville, FL 32209 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
TEST TAKING STRATEGIES THAT WORK
Presented by: Parent Academy Staff/DCPS
This course will include ways to master reading skills that can be used to reach proficiency on classroom and standardized tests.11/17/16 Robert E. Lee High School 1200 McDuff Avenue South, Jacksonville, FL 32205 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
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