The Montgomery Elementary Schools (MES) PTA E-news
is published weekly and provides PTA updates and information related to Orchard Hill
and Village Elementary Schools of the Montgomery Township School District.
Just keep scrolling....you don't want to miss anything!
**All dates are subject to change.**
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WHAT'S IMPORTANT THIS WEEK |
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In observance of Presidents' Day
Schools will be CLOSED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21st
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Our popular online Spirit Wear Store is back!
Have you been wanting a PERSONALIZED
zip up hoodie? This is your chance!
We have joggers, sparkly t-shirt and more!
Youth and Adult Sizes!
Don't wait to place an order, the store closes
February 28th
All items will be delivered week of March 14th
via backpack mail for OHES & VES students.
All others will have to make arrangements for pick up
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Open registration for Kindergarten 2022-2023 academic year will be ONLINE from February 4 - February 25, 2022. Children must be five years old on or before October 1, 2022. Additional Information and forms are available by clicking here
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Applications are now being accepted for the Montgomery Township School District Preschool Program for children ages 3-5. Please click the headline for more details and the application. |
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MES PTA Board Nominations & Event Committee Members |
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It's that time of the year again!
THANK YOU to everyone who has reached out to learn more about being involved in the MES PTA!
The MES PTA will continue to be a strong organization that supports OUR STUDENTS and SCHOOLS because of volunteers like you! But we still need your HELP!
We are STILL looking for individuals who are interested in being a part of the MES PTA Board as well as Event Committee Members for the 2022-2023 school year.
Opportunities include Fundraising, Treasury, Secretary, Family Programs, Communications and more!
What is involved? We are happy to answer that!!
Someone from the Nominating Committee will be in touch! This is a terrific way to be involved with the MES PTA and we look forward to finding the perfect place for you!
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OHES: 100th Day of School |
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Did you capture a picture of your student sporting their
100th Day of School poster, t-shirt, cape, etc?
PLEASE SEND IN PICTURES FOR THE YEARBOOK
DEADLINE IS 3/20/2022
USER ID for OHES is 416755955
(A friendly reminder that all pictures submitted for the yearbook can ONLY have students from OHES, including siblings/family members)
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VES Sharing & Caring (Valentine's Day) Class Party |
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Thank you to all our Room Parents & Parent Volunteers who helped celebrate Sharing & Caring in our classrooms.
PLEASE SEND IN PICTURES FROM YOUR STUDENT's CLASS PARTIES FOR THE YEARBOOK
DEADLINE IS 3/20/2022
USER ID for VES is 416725958
(A friendly reminder that all pictures submitted for the yearbook can ONLY have students from VES, including siblings/family members)
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Join or Renew YOUR PTA Membership! |
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HOW do we as a PTA provide the financial support and assistance to create more enrichment for the schools and our students?!?! Author visits, assemblies, volunteer hours, special moments of celebration - They don't just happen...YOU determine our reach and success...
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MEMBERSHIP is the primary source of our funding
- Our goal is one membership per family (hint, hint)
- SIGN UP TODAY BY CLICKING HERE
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FUNDRAISING doesn't hurt either
- We aim for fewer but hopefully hugely successful fundraisers
- We welcome (safe) social connectedness along the way
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VALUE IN KIND makes the world go round!
- Where possible, we ask your help to secure items of need!
- We show appreciation and reinforce support to teachers, custodial staff, and other invaluable groups
- Amazon Wish Lists help immensely in this regards
So help us get off to a great start! For $15 you can join the MES PTA and make a difference in every student's experience at OHES and VES. Please, it's a simple gesture with a huge impact -
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MES PTA
CALENDAR/LINKS/INFO
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Upcoming Events/Meetings & Related Dates/Deadlines
- February 21st: President's Day - Schools Closed
- February 25th: Monty School Spirit!
For a calendar of MES PTA Meetings and Events, please visit our website by clicking here.
For MTSD 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 Calendars, please click here.
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MES PTA - Quick Links/Info:
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OHES LINKS
INFORMATION
RESOURCES
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VES LINKS
INFORMATION
RESOURCES
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The Montgomery Special Education PTA (MSEPTA) is a district-wide organization designed to build strong partnerships amongst teachers, parents, administration, existing PTA’s, and the community so that children receiving special education services of any kind will be better understood, integrated and embraced by our school and community.
Online Events (click on each item for more information)
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The Montgomery Special Education Parent Advisory Group (M-SEPAG) is a state-mandated*, district-level, parent-driven group charged with providing input to the local school district on system-level challenges in special education and related services. It exists to ensure that special education students and their parents have the opportunity to share input directly to the Montgomery Township School District regarding the policies, services, and practices that impact students with disabilities and their families.
M-SEPAG’s success depends on YOUR input. Join us:
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Our newest parent group, the Montgomery Township School District Kids Identified with Dyslexia (MTSD KID) mission is to create a culture of innovation, to promote awareness of dyslexia among parents, teachers, and administration in Montgomery Township and to serve students with dyslexia and related learning disorders to ensure that they reach their maximum potential. For more information, please visit mtsdkid.org
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The MTEA Proudly Presents: |
The MTEA in honor of Read Across America Week (2/28-3/4) will provide pizza for dinner, so families can spend time exploring reading together!
Pizzas will be available March 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
Registration Opens Tuesday, 2/22
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MTEA brings you a Workshop on:
The Cycle of Prejudice presented by Garden State Equality
Thursday, February 24th
7pm via Zoom
This workshop is open to Students Grade 7 and older, Parents and Staff
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SCLS is excited to host the award-winning author, Jerry Craft, for a virtual author visit this month.
Meet the Author: Graphic Novelist Jerry Craft (grades 2-7)
Tuesday, February 22 at 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Connect with New York Times bestselling author/illustrator of "New Kid" and "Class Act," Jerry Craft. Jerry Craft will discuss his journey to becoming a published author/illustrator and the creative process behind his graphic novels "New Kid" and "Class Act." Jerry will also provide a drawing demonstration during a Q&A.
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Below are links to current News, Events and Recreation Information. Check it out!
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