Our PTA Is a Member of the New Jersey PTA and the National PTA

PTA Mission

The overall purpose of PTA: “To make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.”

Our PTA is a member of the New Jersey PTA and the National PTA Dear Parents and Guardians,

On behalf of the MES PTA Board, welcome to the 2012-2013 school year! We invite you to join us in making this year extraordinary for the students of Marlton Elementary School. We know that the number one priority for parents is their children’s well-being. More than 30 years’ worth of research has proven that children do better when their parents are involved both at home and at school. Grades and test scores climb. Self-esteem grows. Schools improve. There’s a simple way for you to help your child succeed: Join the PTA! PTA helps parents, students, school staff, and communities work together to share ideas about programs and activities t hat benefit children. Our PTA provides information and resources that strengthen the connections between children, parents, schools, and the community. Who can Join? Anyone interested in the success of our Marlton Elementary School students; Parents, Grandparents, Teachers, and Community members!

Recently your MES PTA funded:

 New classroom Activboards (interactive white boards)  New playground and gym equipment  Assemblies and field trips  Science Fair, Math Carnival, and many more fun enrichment activities

PTA is America’s number one parent involvement resource. By becoming a member, you will not only help your child in one of the most important ways possible but also receive valuable benefits:

 Online parenting resources and other materials on issues relating to children’s education, health, and well-being  The PTA Parent, a monthly e-newsletter covering parenting topics  PTA Takes Action Network, with updates on federal legislation affecting children, schools, and families, as well as alerts helping you weigh in on key issues with your members of Congress  Special offers and discounts from corporate supporters of PTA

Please join by filling out the attached membership form and returning it to school today.

Sincerely,

Lisa Hammond MES PTA President Marlton Elementary PTA Executive Board 2012-13

President: Lisa Hammond 856-261-8825 [email protected]

1st Vice President: Barbara Miller 609-876-0428 [email protected]

2nd Vice President: Holly Fronczak 609-707-1994 [email protected]

Recording Secretary: Florence Wohl 856-220-0520 [email protected]

Corresponding Secretary: Debbie Olt 609-760-5670 [email protected]

Treasurer: John Hibbs 856-313-9412 [email protected] Marlton Elementary PTA Meetings 2012-13

PTA meetings are the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 pm in the MES cafeteria and will run approximately 30 minutes.

Mr. Feldman and our teachers provide valuable information regarding our curriculum and classroom activities during these meetings. Topics covered include events, plans for our school, and an open forum for member discussion.

The MES PTA Executive Board is looking forward to a great school year and seeing all of you at the meetings.

2012-2013 Meetings

 Tuesday, September 18th – 7:30 pm  Tuesday, October 16th – 7:30 pm  Tuesday, November 20th – 7:30 pm  No scheduled meeting in December  Tuesday, January 15th – 7:30 pm  Tuesday, February 19th – 7:30 pm  Tuesday, March 19th – 7:30 pm  Tuesday, April 16th – 7:30 pm  Tuesday, May 21st – 7:30 pm A Note from the Treasurer

In order to keep our finances running smoothly, I would greatly appreciate your assistance with the following items:

1. Make all checks payable to MES PTA unless otherwise noted.

2. Note what you are writing the check for in the memo section (example, Entertainment, Membership).

3. If you make PTA Committee purchases, keep all receipts and fill out the reimbursement form so you can be reimbursed for your expenses. Then have the Committee Chairperson sign all receipts before you submit them for reimbursement.

4. Use the tax-exempt form when purchasing anything for the PTA.

5. Ask for separate receipts for personal and school purchases.

Thank you for your cooperation!

John Hibbs

MES PTA Treasurer

[email protected] 2012-2013 Calendar of Events

Sept 11 Back to School Night 6:00 – 8:30 pm 21 Welcome Back Dance 6:00 – 8:00pm 27 Band and orchestra Parent Meeting 7:30 pm Oct 4 Head Room Parents Meeting 9:15 am 5 Coach Bag Bingo 6:00 – 10:30 pm 15 Picture Day 22 – 26 Book Fair 26 Halloween Carnival 6:00 – 9:00 pm 31 Halloween Parade 9:15 am Nov 5,6,7 Parent Conferences 20 Turkey Trot Dec 10 – 14 Secret Shop 13 Winter Concert 9:45 am and 7:00 pm Jan TBA Talent Show Auditions TBA Movie Night Feb TBA Talent Show Rehearsals 15 Mardi Gras Night Mar 12 – 14 Parent Teacher Conferences Apr 15-19 Book Fair 19 Talent Show TBA Science Fair 16 Candy Bar Bingo 6:30 – 8:00 pm 16 Kindergarten Registration 29 – May 3 Art Goes to School May 6 – 10 Staff Appreciation Week 10 Mother’s Day Plant Sale TBA Kindergarten Tea Jun 7 Field Day TBA Mr Softee 5th Grade Dance 5th Grade Pool Party Ice Cream Social

TBA – To Be Announced MES PTA MEMBERSHIP

What does our PTA do for our school?

The Marlton Elementary School PTA is excited about the new school year and is looking forward to having you join us. When parents and families get involved, children benefit. When you get involved with PTA, the child who benefits most is yours.

Your MES PTA membership dues and donations fund exciting and educational activities and supplies such as:

Agenda Books Mr. Softee Art Goes to School Movie Night Assemblies Read Across America Back to School Dance Reflections Calendars Room Parent Tea Candy Bar Bingo Scholarships D.A.R.E. Graduation School Beautification Emergency Classroom Supplies Science Fair Field Day Secret Shop 5th Grade Dance and Pool Party Talent Show/5th Grade Act Halloween Carnival Teacher Appreciation Week Heart Healthy Week Teacher Orientation Luncheon Ice Cream Party Kindergarten T-shirts Laser Show Assembly Turkey Trot Mad Science Performance Yearbooks Math Carnival

Annual Fundraisers:

Book Fair Box Tops/Campbell Soup Labels Coach Bag Bingo Kidstuff (Entertainment) Books Mardi Gras Night Membership Dues Morey’s Pier Mother’s Day Gifts Note cards Sweatshirt Sale Target/Genuardi’s corporate donations

Special Purchases in 2012: MES PTA was able to purchase two ActivBoards (interactive classroom whiteboards), two soccer goals with anchor weights, soccer balls, basketballs, footballs, playground balls, four square balls, and jump ropes.

Thank you for your support! Get Involved!

A detailed Committee Volunteer Form will be sent home via backpack express!

We are gathering a list of parents who can volunteer their time with various PTA activities during the school year. These activities may include participating in a committee, decorating, phoning, distributing, etc.

We really appreciate your time and energy in helping things run smoothly!

Please fill out the information below and return to school by September 18th, 2012. (Detach and return)

Volunteer Form

Parent’s name:______

Address:______

Phone(day):______Phone(evening):______

Child(ren’s) Name:______Grade:___Teacher:______

______Grade:___ Teacher:______Grade:___ Teacher:______PTA Membership Form

Parents, teachers, grandparents, and members of our MES community are welcome to join. Membership in the PTA helps provide financial support for activities that benefit our students.

MES PTA membership is $6.00 per person, make checks payable to MES PTA and write membership on the memo line. If you have any questions, please call Debbie Olt @ 609-760-5670 or email: [email protected].

Please complete only ONE form per family.

Name(s): Address:

Phone: Children(s) Name, Grade, and Teacher:

Email:

As a member of the PTA you are eligible to receive a discount with the companies below. Details are provided on membership card.

Where your dues go:

National PTA $2.25 New Jersey PTA 1.75 MES PTA 2 .00 Total $6.00

The first class with 100% participation will receive a Pizza party or Ice Cream Sundae party. Room Parent Volunteer Sign-Up Form

Interested in being involved in the classroom? (Head Room parent, Team member, Send-in helper) Responsibilities:  Must be a member of the PTA (complete form and attach payment)  Attend at least two general PTA meetings during the current school year  Be active in at least one of the many PTA committees  Attend the Head Room Parent Tea to receive materials and instructions (October 4th at 9:15 am)  Be a part of the Head Room Parent phone chain (emergency school closings, etc.)  Chaperone class trips based on teacher approval

Head Room Parents:  Responsible for planning and organizing class parties* according to the guidelines which will be given at Head Room Parent Tea  Act as the classroom liaison to parents and help the PTA Board fundraise and organize PTA sponsored events Team Members:  Will assist Head Room Parents during class parties* on an as needed basis

Send-In Helpers:  Any parent who is not available during the school day, but is willing to send in various items for use during the parties

*Please remember it is up to the classroom teacher as to whether siblings are permitted to attend class parties.

Child’s Name ______Teacher______Please check any that applies: ___I would like to be a Head Room Parent ___I would like to be a Team Member ___I would like to be a Send-In Helper

Other children that attend MES?

Child’s Name: ______Teacher______I would like to be a Team Member ___I would like to be a Send-In Helper

Please return by September 18th Room Parent Guidelines

Every parent whether Head Room Parent, Team Member, or Send-In Helper should know that the purpose of the Room Parent Program is to offer our assistance to the teachers and to make sure every child has fun.

. Each classroom will have two Head Room Parents in addition to Team Members and Send-in Helpers. This gives as many parents as possible the opportunity to be involved in their child’s classroom. . Head Room Parents are responsible for planning and organizing the parties in accordance to the teacher’s wishes. . Team Members are any parents who volunteer to help out at the parties. If there are several Team Members in one classroom, then it is up to the Head Room Parents to randomly choose which team members will go to each party. No more than one party may be attended by each team member until all have had the opportunity to attend at least one party. . Send-in Helpers are those parents who are not available during the school day, but are willing to send in various items for use during the parties. *Note: Depending on the number of Send-In Helpers in the classroom, Team Members may also be asked to send in supplies. . Head Room Parent Volunteers are chosen by the PTA Board and will be notified. Classroom teachers have final approval on all Head Room Parent choices. . There are five possible party occasions: Halloween, Winter, Valentine’s Day, Spring, and End of the Year. . It is up to the classroom teachers to decide the day, time and length of each party, as well as types of activities during the party. . Attendance on class trips is at the discretion of the teacher. . The teacher will also decide on whether to allow siblings to attend parties. . Please talk to the teacher before planning any activities. . Head Room Parents must read the “Holiday Party Guidelines” included in your folder before planning parties. . A letter should be sent home to the parents requesting a donation to cover the expense of the class parties. (sample will be provided) An amount should be set at no more than $5.00 per student. This should be a onetime request and it should be stated that the donation is voluntary. Checks are to be made payable to Head Room Parents.

. Teacher’s Birthdays can be a surprise with a treat, balloons, flowers or cupcakes. Please get the approval before hand from Mr. Feldman. . If you become a Room Parent, Team Member or Send-In Helper you must become a member of the PTA and attend at least two general PTA meetings during the school year. You are required to take an active role in at least one of our many committees. . Emergency cards provide home and work numbers for children in the class, they are to be utilized in an emergency closing of the school when parents need to be contacted. Room Parents are to make calls only when instructed to do so. They are not to be used for snow days.

Have a FUN Year!