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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OHES Back to School Nights This Week! |
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During the Virtual Back to School Nights, each school will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the daily campus experience and how it is unfolding in your student’s classroom.
You will also learn more about your student’s teacher(s) and each school's instructional programs.
Please note that these virtual presentations are for parents/guardians/caregivers only. Please look for specific times, log-in instructions, and other important details from school administrators and staff as the date approaches.
- Sept 22 - OHES VIRTUAL Back to School Night: PreKindergarten/Kindergarten/2nd Grade
- Sept 23 - OHES VIRTUAL Back to School Night: 1st Grade
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School Staff Snack Donations Needed! |
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The MES PTA wants to start the new school year off with an assortment of individually wrapped snacks for the teachers and staff of OHES and VES.
This is a small way to say welcome back and put a smile on their face. These grab and go snacks will be setup for the staff on September 28, so order early to ensure delivery by September 25.
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Follow the link below to purchase from the Amazon Wish List. Items purchased directly through Amazon will be shipped directly to the PTA.
If you would like to purchase any items elsewhere, email Maria Ryan at reregarman@gmail.com to arrange a drop off location for the same September 25 deadline. Thank you for your consideration and support!!
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That’s right, our popular fundraiser
is back VIRTUALLY this year!
YOUR PTA provides enrichment opportunities for our students through funds raised via membership dues and fundraisers. So we need YOUR HELP to get off to a great start!
Our first fundraiser for the year, the Charleston Wrap Fundraiser, allows you to shop from over 2,500 gift ideas for others (or maybe yourself) including holiday favorites like:
- gift wrap and accessories for all occasions
- exclusive kitchen and home items
- tasty gourmet goodies
- and more!
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Look in your student's COMMUNICATION FOLDER for our flyers and catalog, and be sure to register online to help us reach our goal. OHES likely received this information at the end of last week; VES will receive this week. Follow the directions to add a participant (your student) - it's very simple to navigate the online process! Here's how:
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Simply scan the QR code provided here or visit registercw.com
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Fill out the registration form to sign up and become a participant! Be sure to use our Organization ID: 11663
- Start ordering all your gift giving needs!
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Email/text shopping links to friends and family so they can support as well! YOUR STUDENT WILL WIN A PRIZE WHEN YOU SEND OUT 10 SHARES!
Remember, our Organization ID is: 11663!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
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Call for MES PTA Room Parents! |
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Are you interested in serving as a MES PTA Room Parent for your student's classroom? Room Parents organize fun activities and events, and assist our teachers to make it a great year for all students! As we navigate this school year, it's important that Room Parents stand ready to adjust to our district and school policies. Highlights include:
- Halloween Classroom Party
- Winter Holidays Party
- Sharing and Caring (February) Party
- End of the Year Party
- Teacher Appreciation Gifts at Winter and End of Year Celebrations
If you wish to be considered as a MES PTA Room Parent, please review the expectations and information, then complete the Google Form found here.
Deadline to express interest is October 1. An MES PTA Room Parent Coordinator (either for OHES or VES) will be in contact with you shortly thereafter. Submitting a form does not guarantee selection, so please be advised. The MES PTA uses a lottery system to determine assignments.
All Selected Room Parents will be notified no later than October 10.
Thanks for your consideration and interest!
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We've Got Spirit, Yes We Do... |
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SPIRIT DAYS are announced monthly by both OHES and VES, and reminders are sent out through school communications as well as MES PTA social platforms. Special thanks to both schools for allowing students to dress according to these themed days of celebration!
Here is a summary of BOTH OHES and VES September Spirit Days:
Wednesday, 9/22 Hello Fall!
Today is the 1st day of Autumn. Wear the colors of Fall (red, orange, yellow, and/or brown), flannels, sweaters, and/or scarves...
Friday, 9/24 School Spirit
Show your school spirit and wear OHES, VES or Monty gear! Or wear your school colors - just let us know that you've got spirit!
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Speaking of Spirit Wear...
Does your student have a Spirit Wear Shirt? Did they move up in a size over the summer?
Visit our Memberhub store! Shop for youth shirts, sweatshirts (and MES PTA Memberships - hint, hint) by clicking on this link:
HURRY! ONLY WHILE CURRENT SUPPLY LASTS!
And thanks to everyone for showing your spirit EVERY DAY!
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Adults can Show Monty Spirit too! |
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This spirit wear is designed just for you! No more trying to squeeze into youth sizes!
MES PTA is having an "Adult only" spirit wear sale. We brought it to our Staff and now it's your chance! Hurry, the store is open till September 20th (TOMORROW)!
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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 regard
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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NEW Parent/Guardian/Caregiver
Pick-Up Policy Changes
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OHES and VES Administration released NEW guidelines regarding the pick-up of students at dismissal by parents, guardians, and caregivers. Please visit the following links to review the campus-specific directions/information by clicking:
PLEASE REMEMBER: any questions regarding these policies should be posed to OHES or VES administration, or your student's respective classroom teacher(s). Thank you for your help in making these immediate adjustments.
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Just a few friendly reminders for families with students using the bus:
District or School Emails/texts are only sent when the buses are running behind. If running on time, no notifications will be sent. To receive these notifications, review your CONTACTS tab in Genesis. You can also review other "contact update" FAQ by clicking here.
Dispatch Update You can call the Transportation Dispatch Line at 609-466-7601 EXT. 6671 each school day from 5:30 am to 5:30 pm or until all buses have returned to the Depot. Be ready to provide your student's route number, last and first name. Program this number on your mobile phone or general address book.
We need to share the road safely. Please click here for a brief recap of state and local laws pertaining to driving near (and stopping for) buses.
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Welcome Week Thank Yous... |
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Our most sincere THANKS to our Welcome Week parent volunteers for your assistance with the first few days of student arrivals and departures. Your time and efforts helped make it a great experience for our students!
For those of you who helped with dismissal, thank you for sticking around, every effort helped!
Volunteers help us with some of the most important assets of the MES PTA - time and energy! If you are interested in volunteering, it is highly rewarding with a direct and immediate impact in our efforts!
Current policies require that all volunteers be current MES PTA members, vaccinated, and wearing masks at all times.
Thanks in advance for any and all consideration! If you have questions, please email us at mespta@mtsd.us
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MES PTA
CALENDAR/LINKS/INFO
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Upcoming Events/Meetings & Related Dates/Deadlines
- Sept 22 - OHES VIRTUAL Back to School Night: PreKindergarten/Kindergarten/2nd Grade
- Sept 23 - OHES VIRTUAL Back to School Night: 1st Grade
- Sept 29 - VES VIRTUAL Back to School Night: 3rd Grade
- Sept 30 - VES VIRTUAL Back to School Night: 4th Grade
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Oct 1 - OHES and VES Room Parent Interest Deadline
- Oct 6 & 7 - VES Picture Days
- Oct 14 & 15 - OHES Picture Days
- Oct 13 (10 am) - MES PTA General Meeting
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
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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.
NEXT MEETING: 9/27 at 6:30pm at UMS (Media Center)
PLEASE NOTE: The "Know Your Rights" Q&A originally scheduled for June 16 has been postponed to Fall, 2021.
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MSEPTA's FALL FEST 2021
returns to Van Horne Park in Rocky Hill
on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th!
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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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Pacific Southern Railroad Train Show Fundraiser is back! This year they have graciously partnered with the Montgomery Schools PTAs & PTO to donate $1 for every ticket sold when the attendee mentions Montgomery PTA. If you go, please remember to mention MES PTA! |
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“Cougars for a Cure” CHEER Clinic
Hosted by MHS VARSITY CHEER
Open to grades K to 8th - only *$25
*Includes 2 hour cheer clinic on 10/21, official Pink Out t-shirt & admission to the 10/22 game
A portion of the proceeds donated to RWJ Steeplechase Cancer Center. No experience necessary! Be a part of the newest Olympic sport! Learn cheers & stunting with this award-winning coaching staff and cheerleaders! Participants will perform on the sideline and during halftime at Cougar Stadium, on October 22nd at the Varsity Football game!
for this fun event for a great cause!
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2021 “Cougars for a Cure”
Pink Out T-Shirt Fundraiser
Please support Monty HS Cheer & Breast Cancer research at RWJ Cancer Center
Pre-Order Only by 9/30, Short Sleeve $14, Long Sleeve $22
Specify size: Adult S, M, L, XL, 2XL | Youth M, L
See a MHS Cheerleader for orders or contact:
Cash on delivery or Check to "Montgomery Athletic Booster Club"
Pink Out Varsity Game is Oct. 22nd Thank You for your support!
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Click here to learn about all the exciting things happening at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill and the entire Somerset County Library System.
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Below are links to current News, Events and Recreation Information. Check it out!
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