E-News - February 27th, 2022
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.

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**All dates are subject to change.**

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WHAT'S IMPORTANT THIS WEEK
SPIRIT WEAR STORE: 1 MORE DAY LEFT!!
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
OHES - March Spirit Days
Read Across America will be celebrated during the week of February 28th to March 4th
  • Wednesday, March 2nd - Workout Wednesday: wear comfortable workout clothes
  • Friday, March 4th - Pajama Day!: wear pajamas and bring your favorite book!
VES - March Spirit Days
MTEA - Read Across America Week
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

Read Across America:
Story Time Event

Join a special virtual read-aloud
from teen author
Ssanya Lukoma
"Suubi's Sunny Smile"

March 3rd
7:00PM
MES PTA NEWS
MES PTA Board Nominations & Event Committee Members
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!!

Fill out this form by March 11, 2022

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!
OHES: 100th Day of School
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)
VES Sharing & Caring (Valentine's Day) Class Party
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)
MSEPTA Fundraiser: Cake Pops & PYO Cookie Sets
Help support MSEPTA's Spring Fundraiser
Made by local business - Maria's Sweet Perfection
Order by 3/14 for pickup between 3/23-3/25
Place order HERE

Funds raised go to Montgomery Special Education Teacher Grants and Scholarships
Join or Renew YOUR PTA Membership!
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...

  • MEMBERSHIP is the primary source of our funding
  • Our goal is one membership per family (hint, hint)
  • SIGN UP TODAY BY CLICKING HERE
  • FUNDRAISING doesn't hurt either
  • We aim for fewer but hopefully hugely successful fundraisers
  • We welcome (safe) social connectedness along the way
  • 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 -

MES PTA
CALENDAR/LINKS/INFO
Upcoming Events/Meetings & Related Dates/Deadlines

  • February 28th to March 4th - READ ACROSS AMERICA
  • March 4th - Pajama Day! (OHES & VES)
  • March 13th - Daylight Savings Time Begins
  • March 15th - BOE Meeting
  • March 17th - St. Patrick's Day
  • March 21st to March 28th - VES Scholastic Book Fair
  • March 30th - MES PTA General Meeting 7pm

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.
MES PTA - Quick Links/Info:
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OHES LINKS
INFORMATION
RESOURCES
VES LINKS
INFORMATION
RESOURCES
MSEPTA
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)
MSEPAG
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:
MTSD KID
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
Community News
Montgomery Baseball & Softball - All NEW Spring 2022 format
Montgomery Baseball & Softball is excited to announce an all new format for our 2022 Baseball Programs!

Revamped programs highlight a greater focus in the development of our League's players and coaches along with a simplified schedule.
Developed after an extensive review undertaken by the MBSL Board and feedback from the community and other stakeholders.
CLICK HERE to learn more
The MTEA Proudly Presents:
Family Book Night Series

March 8th
"Be the Change: A Grandfather Ghandhi Story"
By Arun Ghanghi and Bethany Hegedus
Guest Reader: Ms. Sharon Baller, OHES
Mary Jacobs Library
For more information, visit SCLSNJ.org or
email Branch Manager Lesley Koble.
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MTSD Links/Info