IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
AUGUST
August 2nd- 8:00 AM- 9:00 AM Kindergarten Kick Off Breakfast
August 2nd- 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Supply Drop Off and Registration
August 7th- FIRST Day of School! WELCOME BACK!
August 23rd- 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM Book Bash
AUGUST
August 2nd- 8:00 AM- 9:00 AM Kindergarten Kick Off Breakfast
August 2nd- 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Supply Drop Off and Registration
August 7th- FIRST Day of School! WELCOME BACK!
August 23rd- 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM Book Bash
See what our PTA has been up to!
PTA BOARD MEETING NOTES
As many of you know we are incredibly lucky to have such an active PTA Board. We've grown our volunteer base and in doing so have also been able to expand the programs we provide to the school and our wonderful kiddos and their family's. We've created family enrichment activities, helped fund big purchases like our security system and the playground, and helped foster a community feel in our school. Now we need YOUR help!
The majority of our board joined at similar times, and now we are looking to help train, and set up the next group of PTA leaders before our children move to the big leagues AKA middle school. Several of our executive board have also experienced some pretty exciting life changes but these also mean less time to plan and execute amazing events.
We know what you're thinking! Promise!
"Do I have to?"
"How much free time do these people think I have? "
"Another parent/grandparent/guardian will do it!"
"The board wouldn't want me! I don't know how to do what they do! "
"I don't think I'm organized enough."
"My child doesn't want me at their school all the time! "
See? We get it! We said the same thing! We didn't know each other and didn't know what to expect from each other. Then a funny thing happened. The awkwardness at meetings went away as we collaborated as ONE group. We saw we all had the common goal of making a good school- a little better. We learned to communicate with each other, compromise when needed, and to keep our end goals in sight. To have fun and benefit ALL our student body, the faculty, and other parents. And now we want to train our next generation.
So if you have a willingness to help, can work as a team, and can provide even just a few hours a month, WE at ACE PTA need YOU!
We have multiple positions opening to train with or replace including: President Elect, Family Enrichment Coordinator, and Book Fair Coordinator.
If you have any questions about certain responsibilities and what each position requires we would love to talk to you. No pressure, just an honest conversation! We know it won't be a good fit for everyone, but we know there are a few reading this saying "I think I could do that!" ;)
The majority of our board joined at similar times, and now we are looking to help train, and set up the next group of PTA leaders before our children move to the big leagues AKA middle school. Several of our executive board have also experienced some pretty exciting life changes but these also mean less time to plan and execute amazing events.
We know what you're thinking! Promise!
"Do I have to?"
"How much free time do these people think I have? "
"Another parent/grandparent/guardian will do it!"
"The board wouldn't want me! I don't know how to do what they do! "
"I don't think I'm organized enough."
"My child doesn't want me at their school all the time! "
See? We get it! We said the same thing! We didn't know each other and didn't know what to expect from each other. Then a funny thing happened. The awkwardness at meetings went away as we collaborated as ONE group. We saw we all had the common goal of making a good school- a little better. We learned to communicate with each other, compromise when needed, and to keep our end goals in sight. To have fun and benefit ALL our student body, the faculty, and other parents. And now we want to train our next generation.
So if you have a willingness to help, can work as a team, and can provide even just a few hours a month, WE at ACE PTA need YOU!
We have multiple positions opening to train with or replace including: President Elect, Family Enrichment Coordinator, and Book Fair Coordinator.
If you have any questions about certain responsibilities and what each position requires we would love to talk to you. No pressure, just an honest conversation! We know it won't be a good fit for everyone, but we know there are a few reading this saying "I think I could do that!" ;)
President Notes: Our PTA wants to say a BIG thank you to everyone who helped make this school year such a phenomenal year. We have appreciated every single person that has volunteered, donated, or even spent some time in classrooms. We know your free time is very important to you and knowing that you were willing to share it with us means the world to us! We couldn't do half of what we do without your support! THANK YOU!
Our PTA is also working on providing some fun new outdoor equipment to be used during PE and recess. We are also working on getting the ADA parking up by the new playground and resurfacing the basketball court in the upper field. If you know anyone that might be willing to help us with any of these projects please reach out. We are always looking at ways to make our dollars stretch without loosing quality.
Our PTA Board would love to have some new parents, grandparents, or guardians join us! Over half of our board will be moving on to middle school after next school year (2019/20) and we would ideally like to have some replacements that our current board can help train over the next year and a half. Without a full board many of the fun events and school programs will be affected. If you have ANY interest in learning about what we do, PLEASE reach out! We need YOU! We do host OPEN PTA Board meetings so if you are interested in joining, or just want to come see a behind the scenes look at what goes on, we would love to have you!
Our PTA is also working on providing some fun new outdoor equipment to be used during PE and recess. We are also working on getting the ADA parking up by the new playground and resurfacing the basketball court in the upper field. If you know anyone that might be willing to help us with any of these projects please reach out. We are always looking at ways to make our dollars stretch without loosing quality.
Our PTA Board would love to have some new parents, grandparents, or guardians join us! Over half of our board will be moving on to middle school after next school year (2019/20) and we would ideally like to have some replacements that our current board can help train over the next year and a half. Without a full board many of the fun events and school programs will be affected. If you have ANY interest in learning about what we do, PLEASE reach out! We need YOU! We do host OPEN PTA Board meetings so if you are interested in joining, or just want to come see a behind the scenes look at what goes on, we would love to have you!
Outside Fundraising: We participate in Coke Rewards, Food City School Bucks, and Box Tops for Education. If you shop at Food City, please link your ValuCard to Alpine Crest. Our PTA earns one point for every dollar spent when you shop at Food City, and they in turn give us a check! Groceries and giving back! Win Win!
We are excited to announce we officially have an AmazonSmile account! If you do any shopping on Amazon please use the link below to give back to our PTA! It doesn't cost you anything extra!
Volunteer Coordinator: We have some amazing volunteers here at ACE! With your help we logged over 700 hours towards our school last year. Even if you aren't a PTA member you can add your volunteer hours to our log! There is a black box on the left side of the main desk in the lobby. There are cards inside that parents/guardians/grandparents can sign in at each time they come to help at the school. Helping in the classroom? That counts too! We have our 2 Hour Tiger Power Pledge going again this year and we hope you'll join us by committing to volunteer at least two hours throughout this school year. Volunteer hours need to be submitted and turned in by February 28th. This allows us to maintain our requirements for our non-profit status. We hope you will help by adding your school volunteer hours to the log.
Hospitality: Our PTA has been providing teacher appreciation this year and are gearing up for Teacher Appreciation Week in May. We also provided a special lunch for our wonderful faculty.
