The January 9th PTO meeting was brought to order with officers Brandy David, Bonnie Riley, and Angela Holt present. Also in attendance was Courtney Lanham.
Treasurer’s Report
Checking is currently at $4,272.20, with more to be deposited.
Dinner with Santa
Discussion over the 2017 Dinner with Santa was had. A total of cost/profit was not yet available.
This year’s Dinner with Santa has been tentatively set for December 8, 2018. It was agreed to provide local music and dance groups (Rockin’ Hawks, etc.) times to give short performances during the dinner. Future auction items were also discussed.
Penguin Patch
The Penguin Patch shop was a great success for the students. PTO received $255.35 back from the sale, which was 10% of total sales made. December 2018 will have the Penguin Patch be during the week of December 10-14. Discussion was had over possibly having the Penguin Patch store available on December 8th during the Dinner with Santa.
Labels Collection Drive
The winter labels collection will run from January 16-February 16. Box Tops will need to be submitted by February 28. We will be collecting the following:
- BoxTops
- Auburn Pharmacy Caps
- Best Choice Labels
- Tyson Labels
The class that submits the most labels will receive a party, provided by PTO.
Skydome
The Skydome planetarium will be visiting the school on January 30th. PTO has already paid for this great experience for the students. This will run throughout the day, with each group of students spending approximately 50 minutes in the dome.
Father-Daughter Dance
PTO is planning a dance for fathers and daughters on Thursday, March 29th, from 6:30-8 p.m. in the elementary school cafeteria.
PTO will provide finger foods and punch. Will need to find a DJ to provide music.
Mother-Son Kickball Night
PTO is also providing a fun event for mothers and sons. This will be on April 20th and will start at 6 p.m.
Hot dogs, chips and drinks will be provided.
Location will be at the ballfields. In case of rain, it will be moved to the gym.
Conferences
Need to plan meals for the teachers for March 13th and 15th for conference nights. Decisions will be made at the February meeting.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher appreciation week will be May 6th – 11th. Everyone will be thinking of ideas for the teachers for each day that week.
Activity Day
PTO has decided to organize a fun day for May 23rd (day before the last day of school). We will be asking teachers for their input.
School Supply Packs
Members briefly discussed the organization process for the school supply packs available at the beginning of the school year.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.