Pinckney PTO October 2019 Newsletter
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Dear Pinckney Families,
On October 1
st
, the State Department of Education rolled out the State Report Card school ratings for 2019. I am thrilled to share that Pinckney received an
Excellent rating
once again!
I am so proud of our students and staff who, through their hard work, have achieved this rating. Additionally, I thank all of our Pinckney parents for supporting their children and our teachers.
Another success we are celebrating is that of the Park West Campus Education Fund Campaign. Thank you for your generous contributions! With your donations, we have raised a little over
$26,000
for Pinckney
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We look forward to purchasing some robotics equipment, beginning an after-school drama club, holding professional development sessions in the area of student engagement, and updating playground equipment. I extend my appreciation to both the PWCEF and PTO Boards for working in partnership to ensure the PWCEF campaign was a success.
Lastly, at our front entrance, we now have the added security feature of a camera that is equipped with audio. This will require visitors to be visually assessed and questioned before entering the foyer. Speaking of security, please remember that if you arrive at school in the mornings before the school opens, please remain with your child until the 7:05 bell rings. At that time, our staff will begin supervising students.
Thank you for your support of our students’ academic success, the fall campaign, and security procedures.
Warm regards,
Mrs. Sheppard
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ATTENTION: IT'S NOT TOO LATE
Be "in the know" and join the PTO
Why WE need YOU...
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Did you know?
- Our PTO funds go 100% back to PINCKNEY!
- PTO is different than PTA! EVERY SINGLE DOLLAR goes back into OUR school
- PTO supports our amazing teachers! ALL OF THEM!
- As a member you support a group of volunteers who have come together to raise money that goes directly into our programs for students and school
- As a member you support your child
- As a member you receive the most current information on PTO events and volunteer opportunities
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Join your Pinckney Friends & Family for a Fun-Filled Evening!
HOCUS POCUS HARVEST BALL
Friday October 11th, 2019
6:30pm-8:30pm
Pinckney-Cario Cafeterias
Come Dressed in Costume!
NO DROP OFFS
PIZZA HUT- PELICAN’S SNOBALLS- COTTON CANDY & BOXED CANDY- T&T KETTLE KORN- MIRACLE TASTY EXPRESS (Hot Dogs and Pulled Pork Nachos)
Tickets in advance: $5 per person (4 & under FREE)
$5 per Pizza Hut Cheese Personal Pizza-presale only
Tickets at the door: $7 per person
(food and beverage for purchase at event)
Please turn in pre-order admission by Thursday, October 11th.
DJ Dancing PHOTO BOOTH FACE PAINTING
Slime Station HAUNTED HOUSE
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SPIRIT NIGHT AT MEX 1!
October 8th from 5-8 pm
Mex 1 in Park West
Come grab some great food and support Pinckney at the same time!
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REMINDERS about AUTOMATED CALLS
- Even if you call the school to report your child's absence on a given day, you will still get an automated attendance call from us. These calls are scheduled to go out mid-morning.
- Only in rare circumstances will you get a call from the principal during school hours. If your caller ID show's ANY missed calls from Pinckney, during school hours, please wait a few minutes, and check your voicemail before you call the school back. Often, there will be a message in your voicemail that explains the reason for the call.
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Volunteers needed for our LIBRARY
The students at Pinckney Elementary love the library and it is a very busy place.
We circulate thousands of books a month, so
we need you
. The library is looking for volunteers. If you are interested in supporting literacy in our school, then please contact Jennifer Thrift at
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BOX TOPS Due November 1st!
Box tops has switched to using a MOBILE APP to instantly add Box Tops to our schools earning rewards! Simply scan your receipt into the app and that's it! No more cutting and clipping!
Find more information here
They will still accept physical Box Tops, so if you still have them, please simply clip and send in a bag/envelope to school with your child. Be sure to label with your Teacher's name.
Winning class in each grade level wins a special treat.
Make sure they are not expired!
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Pinckney Pantry
THANK YOU TO ALL THAT HAVE SENT IN DONATIONS!
We still need your help to complete our supply list!
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"BE THE ONE" TEACHER/STAFF NOMINATIONS
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ATTENTION PINCKNEY PARENTS:
This year, we would like to start recognizing teachers and staff members who go the extra mile for our students!
Attached you will find a google form.
PLEASE nominate individuals you see "being the one"
(nomination guidelines are on the form).
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LUNCH PRE-PAY
Did you know you can pay your child's lunch account and view the lunch purchasing history online??
K12PaymentCenter Registration: Instructions
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Click on "register now" then choose "start registration"
Advantages to the system are:
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A low flat fee of $1.95
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Low balance notification by email
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Ability to view your child’s account history and check balances
Most of your questions can be answered by visiting the Lunchprepay
Help and FAQ page
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$ $ $ $
These little things make a big difference ...
Our community partners contribute thousands of dollars to our school each year. We are so grateful for local partnerships! Please help us collect these dollars by participating in these FREE programs!
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HARRIS TEETER VIC Cards and PUBLIX Cards
We are asking every Pinckney Student to submit 5 phone numbers to link to their Publix and Harris Teeter accounts. You can submit numbers from
grandparents, friends and neighbors!
Please help Pinckney by linking both your Publix and VIC cards today!
This will help support a school program!
We will do it for you!
Just enter 5 phone numbers at the following link. Easy!
Click Here
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SAVE THE DATE!
October 11:
Harvest Ball
December 11:
Festival of Trees
January 25:
Glow Hop (4th and 5th grades only)
March 7:
Pigs and Pearls
March 30-April 4:
Teacher Appreciation Week
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Pinckney PTO Board:
2019-2020
President:
Elaine Fogliano
VP Fundraising:
Whitney Brenkus
Melanie Beaudin
VP Administration:
Amber Kempley
VP Community:
Joy Fischer
Treasurer
Lauren Parnell
Secretary
Heather Oliver
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Park West Education Fund 2019
Our goal for this year's campaign is to raise $100,000 through the combined support of parents, grandparents, faculty & staff, and friends. This fundraiser will provide various learning materials and opportunities such as math interventionists and a drama program.
Thank you as always for your support!
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Staff Appreciation Corner:
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Do you want to know a teacher's Birthday or favorite color? Or, maybe their favorite thing to eat as a special treat? A list of
"Teacher & Staff Favorites" can be located in the main office.
Also...each class is paired with a special area or other important school staff member. It's really wonderful to recognize these individuals who help make our school operate and assist our children outside the classroom.
Happy Birthday Staff!!
(OCTOBER)
Carol Martin (1st), Dana Lentz (2nd), Sarah Watson (6th),
Anna Antonucci (18th), Melissa Carras (26th), Leanne Sheppard (28th)
(NOVEMBER)
Paige Hoagland (3rd), Tiffany Henderson (5th), Tiffany Suggs (9th),
Amy Ryan (10th), Kellie Dawson (11th), Melissa Roberts (11th),
Ellen Ambler(12th), Lisa Ledbetter (13th), Sonya Stark-Burns (18th, Susan Grayson (21st)
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Order your yearbook today!
Yearbooks are on sale at
Click here to order!
. Order yours today, as prices will increase throughout the year.
Fifth Grade Parents!
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