MATCHING your ANNUAL BEAGLE CONTRIBUTION (ABC)

As many of you know, Norman Rockwell PTA has one primary fundraiser a year through our Annual Beagle Contribution (ABC).  This year we have been quite up front that the amount of your support will determine what additional Academic Enrichment programs can be funded at Rockwell.  This includes our STEM programs like "Toymaker" (a hands on STEM classroom program), "Science Van" and "STEM Night".  In addition, all of the "Class Field Trips", "Library Author Visits" and "School Musical" are funded by the Rockwell PTA.  These programs simply could not happen without your support.

 

As school started, we had many Rockwell families step up and generously support our school.  Because of that, we have met our annual funding goals for our ABC donations so THANK YOU!  With that said, if you are new to the school or just haven't checked "Donating to the ABC" off your "To Do" list then it is not too late to donate and the time to act is NOW. 

 

ABC CORPORATE MATCHING:  While we have met our ABC fundraising goal, we have still not met our MATCHING goal which means that we are NOT yet "Fully Funded" to support all of our Academic Enrichment programs.  Please put this on your family's "To Do" List to get done before the Winter Break begins.  Personally, I understand how this can be a challenge.  My spouse is the one who works for a company that sponsors corporate matching and not me.  I had to remind him to sit down on his laptop for 10 minutes to complete the online form at his company.  It took a few reminders because we are all busy and have too much on our plates but eventually we got it done.  And you can too!  This is FREE money for our kids so take 10 minutes out of your day and get it done! 

 

For any questions in regards to Corporate Matching, please direct to our Rockwell PTA Treasurer, Sheila Gruber. Sheila can help recreate a donation receipt annotating your donation to the "Annual Beagle Contribution" if you have lost the original.  She is also the primary contact for your company if they have questions about the nonprofit status of the Rockwell PTA. 

 

Again many THANKS for your generous support of the "Annual Beagle Contribution".  This money directly supports the Academic Enrichment of our kids.  Now, I CHALLENGE you to take the next step and apply for corporate Matching as offered at yours or your spouse's company.

 

Thank you!

 

Belinda Zeitouni

Rockwell Parent and VP of Fundraising

MATH CHALLENGE #6

Due Thursday, December 13 by 3:20pm

Thank you to all of you who participated in Math Challenge #5. Congratulations to the following winners: Aishwarya A, Charis B, Sara K, Noelle B, Allison L, Andrew O, Ethan J, Vivian S, Kaira M, SashaF, Cleofus B, Varun S.

Math Challenge #6 is now available here. For this challenge, all students who submit the math challenge will receive a prize. Grab some friends and family and work on the challenge together!

The due date for Math Challenge #6 is Thursday, Dec. 13 th (by 3:20 pm).

Let the challenge begin!

Janelle Urfer

Wency Yan

SHREK, THE MUSICAL

IF YOU HAVEN'T JOINED THE PTA, NOW IS THE TIME!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: WHO CAN BE A MEMBER? 

A: Any one in the family and community can be a PTA member. Grandparents, uncles, aunts, teachers, staff, etc. They all are welcome to be part of the PTA. 

Q: DO I NEED TO VOLUNTEER? 

A: No, you don't need to volunteer in order to be a PTA member. 

Q: WHY SHOULD I JOIN?

A: 1) It's a great way to stay informed. 

    2) You can have a voice in decisions regarding your student(s).

    3) To network with other involved parents.

Q: WHERE DO THE FUNDS GO?

A: PTA membership fees and contributions go toward your child's educational programs and events, such as STEM night, Heritage Night, the Science Van, field trips and more.

It's easy to complete and is good for 2 years. Fill yours out or check your renewal status today! Do it now and be ready to volunteer when school begins!

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