tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-61040905320059471972012-02-16T12:51:13.189-05:00Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02117915727710196881noreply@blogger.comBlogger591100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-6903144182753835102012-02-06T11:57:00.002-05:002012-02-06T11:57:52.997-05:00

As you may have heard we are opening up the mascot contest this year to anyone and everyone!   -- it will be REALLY fun if we get a bunch of kids / adults / teachers there in crazy outfits. The wackier the better! There are no rules -- just dress crazy, act mascotty, and then show your stuff during the dance party.  Note: team colors are ES=red, MS=yellow and HS=blue.  The team members will pick

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-64880918940704318102012-01-22T20:07:00.002-05:002012-01-22T21:14:46.600-05:00

Trumansburg Elementary PTO MeetingWednesday, January 25th, 2012 In attendance:Jody Latini, Tammy Murphy, Beth Koeng, Lisa Sholar, Megan DeCarlo, Nana Monaco, Torie Lines, Christina Luglan Food Studies Education will resume in Feb in grades K,1 and 4.  The PTO has donated $1,650 to Food Studies Inc. in order to secure a matching grant from the Park Foundation.   A Food Training seminar will be

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-495561360278746322012-01-21T21:32:00.000-05:002012-01-21T21:32:54.620-05:00

Join us on January 27th for a Food Studies Institute training. We'll meet in the Trumansburg School District Office conference room. We invite Parent Volunteers, Teachers, Food Service Professionals and After School Educators to a presentation by Dr. Antonia Demas and Ariel Demas, M.A. Join us as we learn how to implement Food is Elementary, a unique and vibrant curriculum that teaches children

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-13940955463244777562012-01-17T14:36:00.001-05:002012-01-17T14:36:23.377-05:00

Please plan to attend our PTO meeting on Thursday January 19th from 3-4 p.m. in the Elementary School library. We'll be talking about Winter and Spring Events. We look forward to seeing you there!

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-63334012896333539392012-01-17T14:30:00.000-05:002012-01-17T14:30:08.530-05:00

The Staff Slam has a Mascot Contest that is OPEN TO ANYONE this year: You may participate if you are a student, a staff member, teacher, grandparent, parent - anyone in the community is eligible. Contestants should color coordinate their outfits with the team they are mascoting for. The Elementary School is RED, the Middle School is YELLOW and the High School is BLUE. Contestants just need to

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-49060337035065370762012-01-17T14:26:00.000-05:002012-01-17T14:26:55.195-05:00

Thank you to everyone who has already contacted Ann DiPetta to sign up. She's gotten a great response so far! We are still seeking the following help for this great community event: 2 more volunteers for the raffle table 4 volunteers for shoot the hoop 1 more at the bake sale A few more bakers Please contact Ann Dipetta to sign up to help.  Thanks!

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-8858096046197483702012-01-13T13:15:00.000-05:002012-01-13T13:15:08.771-05:00

Mark your Calendars! The FIFTH ANNUAL STAFF SLAM basketball game is scheduled for March 2nd at 6 p.m.in the High School Gym. We need volunteers for the night of the event. The more the merrier - more volunteers means shorter shifts which means volunters can also enjoy the game(s). Please sign up if you can help. Email Ann DiPetta with name and job preference. We need volunteers for: Set up (

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02117915727710196881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-27786268874155875902011-12-09T08:49:00.004-05:002011-12-09T13:20:51.861-05:00

I will be at the Make it Take it Craft day tomorrow selling gift cards that we have on hand as well as taking last minute orders. Both Barnes & Noble and Lowes have special "Teacher" themed cards.....a great gift for those who give so much each day to our children! Current selection on hand available for purchase: $10 Barnes & Noble $20 Barnes & Noble "For My Teacher" $10 Claire's $10 Dunkin

Tammy Murphyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15352814412637800040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-65892831505784734682011-12-06T12:59:00.002-05:002011-12-06T13:02:42.112-05:00

Join us on Saturday, December 10th from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in Elementary Cafeteria Make fun crafts to give to family members, teachers, or anyone who will appreciate a homemade holiday gift! Tickets are $0.50 apiece and most crafts cost 2-3 tickets.Join us for lunch with pizza, baked goods, and hot cocoa available for purchase!Make any or All of these great crafts!ornaments, fleece hats,

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02117915727710196881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-80548726382851741332011-11-14T14:31:00.000-05:002011-11-14T14:31:34.844-05:00

Are you looking for a way to help people in our community for the holidays? The Trumansburg Ulysses Christmas Bureau is an area agency that provides you with the wonderful opportunity to help. You may donate money or adopt a family and shop for gifts for the family. Check out their website to learn all about this opportunity. Do you need help or do you know a family in need? Learn more.

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-54134851535681912202011-11-14T14:15:00.002-05:002011-11-14T14:16:57.104-05:00

THIS WEEK is the Scholastic Book Fair! Volunteers are needed to staff the cash registers, help students find books, restock the shelves, and generally keep things running smoothly. THE LIBRARY STAFF CANNOT DO THIS ALONE!!! The Fair runs Monday 11/14- Friday 11/18. IF YOU HAVE EVEN AN HOUR TO GIVE, PLEASE SIGN UP  or call the library 387-7551 x 2027. Thanks in advance for your help.

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-73999371406008684202011-11-10T09:16:00.003-05:002011-11-10T09:20:47.250-05:00

New order forms are also going out today with a due date of next Friday, November 18th.The last pre-holiday scrip order will be due back Friday December 9th, just before the PTO's Make-It Take-It Craft Day. I will be on hand at that event selling gift cards that we have in stock for those last minute gifts!If you have any questions or need help ordering online, please contact me at

Tammy Murphyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15352814412637800040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-25028628439297959262011-11-08T08:12:00.001-05:002011-11-08T08:13:09.391-05:00

It's Scholastic Book Fair time again! We need volunteers to staff the cash registers, help students find books, restock the shelves, and generally keep things running smoothly. The Fair runs Monday 11/14- Friday 11/18. See available shifts and sign up. Can you help in the Library? We need one or two volunteers to help with keeping books shelved and new books processed on a regular basis. If you

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-75619397999624970872011-11-03T20:08:00.003-04:002011-11-03T20:12:03.504-04:00

Our first meeting for the 2011-2012 was held in the Elementary School Library from 3-4 p.m. Christina Luglan offered the latest info on the Food is Elementary Program  set to begin being taught in grades K, 1st and 4th next Tuesday, Nov.8th and Wed Nov.9th. Note: Grade level offerings were assigned by Jen Wofford and Antonia Demas. The teaching schedule is set with lead instructors for each

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-83851314147859156382011-11-03T15:17:00.001-04:002011-11-03T15:19:36.881-04:00

the first scrip order is due by end of school tomorrow. friday November 4th.

Tammy Murphyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15352814412637800040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-28886100727905717122011-10-27T21:40:00.004-04:002011-10-27T21:44:05.279-04:00

Use your every day errands to help support our school! It's as easy as ordering gift cards for places you already buy things from and then using those cards for your shopping. Scrip gift cards also make wonderful holiday gifts, teacher gifts and even birthday party presents. Learn more, download and print the order form, or order directly online (see details below). Is there a paperless option

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-52483489648506547592011-10-26T10:53:00.001-04:002011-10-26T10:54:44.577-04:00

All are welcome! Join us as we hold our first organizational meeting this school year. Tuesday, November 1 from 3-4 pm in the Elementary Library Please contact  Jody Latini  with questions. **Don’t forget to join us Saturday morning for the COSTUME MARCH in support of the Food is Elementary

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-2011753447772294722011-10-20T08:12:00.000-04:002011-10-20T08:12:33.504-04:00

Our school is being offered the opportunity to once again participate in the after school language program sponsored by the Mario Einaudi Center for International Studies Cornell Educational Resources for International Studies (CERIS). This free program is open to 2nd & 3rd Graders and has been very well received in the past. In order to offer this program, we need a parent or team of parents

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-2747205315274187042011-10-17T17:22:00.005-04:002011-10-17T17:25:08.613-04:00

The Food is Elementary Program is a very popular and effective food education program. It was piloted in Trumansburg a couple of years ago. Through a generous grant from the Park Foundation, it is returning to our school. But we need to help as the grant requires a financial commitment from our community. Join us as we raise community funds to support bringing this program back to Trumansburg in

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-75884713691630022672011-09-17T13:47:00.001-04:002011-09-17T13:48:21.459-04:00

The commitment is one day per week, for approximately thirty minutes, rain or shine. (On good weather days, the volunteer will help out on the playground.) Here are the days that do not yet have recess volunteers: Kindergarten, 12:15-12:45 - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 1st grade, 11:30-12 – Tuesday and Friday 2nd grade, 11:50-12:20 – All days of the week needed 3rd grade, 12:45-1:15 –

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-36459946789747412542011-09-16T18:34:00.007-04:002011-09-16T18:38:54.956-04:00

Fall Picture Day is Thursday September 22nd! Parent helpers are needed to make sure that hair and clothing is neat and that students have their paperwork in order before going in to be photographed. Lifetouch often gives parent helpers a coupon in thanks! If this is a need you can help with, please  sign up  Retake day is October 27th. Volunteers fot his date, please sign up  Please contact

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-20128614551767630942011-09-15T09:13:00.004-04:002011-09-15T09:16:54.219-04:00

Did you sign up to volunteer during lunch or recess? Did you sign up to volunteer in your child's classroom? Would you like to volunteer but didn't get a chance to sign up? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then this information is for YOU! You are invited to a mandatory training for volunteers.  You only need to attend one session. Please choose the session that works the best for

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-17554169578483048352011-09-15T09:00:00.001-04:002011-09-15T09:00:38.265-04:00

A very popular and effective food education curriculum was piloted in Trumansburg Elementary classrooms a couple of years ago. Anthony Ouckama was a celebrity among the younger set for his lessons. The Park Foundation is preparing to commit another large sum to allow us to relaunch the program this fall 2011. But we need volunteers to make it happen. Will you volunteer to be a food educator,

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-12075418518914997152011-08-17T16:40:00.008-04:002011-08-17T21:53:46.782-04:00

For the 2011-2012 school year, Trumansburg Elementary School is working to provide students more choices during indoor recess time, when the weather does not permit students to be outside. The plan entails using multiple classrooms which students may choose to go to during recess. In order for this plan to work, we need recess volunteers to facilitate these classrooms. The commitment for being a

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-85706402403949458372011-05-06T20:54:00.002-04:002011-05-24T18:06:00.779-04:00

The PTO will hold elections for the 2011-2012 school year on Thursday, May 26 at 6 pm in the Elementary School Library. All parents/guardians of students enrolled in Trumansburg Elementary School are welcome and encouraged to attend and vote for your representatives! We will be electing: PTO Board. Current candidates are as follows: President: Jody Latini Vice-President: Vacant Treasurer:

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-85460268175480728392011-04-26T17:32:00.003-04:002011-04-26T18:09:39.592-04:00

On Wednesday April 14th, the Elementary School counseling staff; Sarah Vakkas, Karen White, Mary Leonardo, & Janice Brunner shared a presentation with parents about Bullying. PTO hosted this event which was open to any interested parents.  We've posted the presentation notes for you to review. View the pdf version of the presentation. From Bullystopper.com, Sarah has compiled a list of comeback

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-45561843221618385752011-04-11T12:59:00.001-04:002011-04-11T13:03:51.124-04:00

The Single Point Access Committee held its final meeting Wednesday, March 09, 2011 in order to review the results of the survey that was sent to the Trumansburg Elementary School community. We would like to thank all who responded for your thoughtful comments about the new pick-up policy. The following areas were highlighted as areas of concern: Parking Many people expressed concern about

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-43461198077370011802011-03-25T08:00:00.000-04:002011-03-25T08:00:49.225-04:00

The May Day 5K is coming up!  We are looking for help with many parts of the race.  Teresa Sawester made this great poster for the event. You can help spread the word by printing it and sharing with friends, or posting it at work or around town. Thanks for helping us publicize this great race. We also have our volunteer sign-up spot with a lot of opportunities. There are a lot of ways you can

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-90657951696775174872011-03-10T20:27:00.004-05:002011-03-10T20:48:35.500-05:00

The spring book fair is coming.  Student preview day is March 16th during the school day.  Students may shop on Thursday March 17th and Friday March 18th during school as well as in the evening on Friday. That's the night of the school dance too!  Come dance and shop for your favorite books. This event is held in the Choral Room in the Elementary school.  Support your school and shop at the book

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-60687040371111019552011-03-08T21:50:00.002-05:002011-03-08T21:58:55.156-05:00

The fourth annual Trumansburg Schools Staff Basketball Tournament took place on Friday, March 4 in the Trumansburg High School gym. The event raised over $3,600 which will be divided evenly between the three schools. View amazing pictures from this event taken by Julie Prisloe Photography. To see all the pictures Julie took, and to order prints, check out her complete page for this event.

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-66720404021756390152011-03-05T11:51:00.001-05:002011-03-30T16:48:29.425-04:00

View our March 5th meeting minutes.

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-56648585868966479722011-03-03T11:58:00.004-05:002011-03-03T12:28:38.207-05:00

Do you have a birthday party that you forgot to shop for? An unexpected chance for a date night? Or do you just plan on shopping from the stores listed below anyway as part of your normal routine? Consider purchasing scrip through our normal monthly orders, or take advantage of our scrip on hand! A quick email to tammymurphy8977@gmail.com to reserve your card, payment made via check through

Tammy Murphyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15352814412637800040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-23092304998744573582011-02-17T09:35:00.004-05:002011-02-17T09:38:06.176-05:00

We are busy preparing for our first annual May Day 5K! This event is co-sponsored by the Middle School PTO. Encourage your friends and family to run or walk the race! We need a lot of help to make this a successful event. Please visit our website and our sign-up sheet to volunteer to help. Thanks!

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-74212014504467941412011-02-09T16:50:00.001-05:002011-02-14T14:56:27.040-05:00

What a fantastic international event we had last week! Our students, teachers, host families, and the exchange students have all said how much fun it was for them. Seems there is controversy over what part was more fun; hosting exchange students, having them present in the classrooms during the day, or travelling from country to country during the International Festival. ;) I want to take a

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-6530133093253768582011-02-08T13:59:00.004-05:002011-02-08T14:02:14.079-05:00

On this lovely snowy morning, we gathered in the nice carpeted Choral room for our meeting.  We discussed a lot of upcoming events and activities.  We'll meet again in March; look for announcements closer to the time. Staff Slam is March 4th.  We are still filling many volunteer positions. Please sign-up to help! Seed Sale Forms will go out in Backpack Express today for our seed sale. The

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-18969872620286037972011-02-04T11:10:00.002-05:002011-02-04T11:10:29.284-05:00

Join us at 8 a.m. in the choral room (across from the library). Come find out what we've got planned for Spring! Help us with our planning and enjoy catching up with other parents.

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-11878656421131985452011-02-02T18:47:00.003-05:002011-02-02T18:59:13.892-05:00

The PTO is hosting the 3rd International Festival this Friday night, Feb 4 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This year we are working together with the Trumansburg Rotary club to bring all 44 Rotary International Exchange Students to Trumansburg to help with the event. Bring your family and experience the culture of 22 different countries right in our own elementary school. Students will make passports and

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-63456499809852651492011-01-21T11:31:00.000-05:002011-01-21T11:31:28.125-05:00

The game is coming up faster than you think!  Mark your calendars for Friday March 4th. If you are able, please plan to help run this event. Sign-up for available jobs.  Contact Ann DiPetta with questions.

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-84810561753404270812011-01-11T13:20:00.000-05:002011-01-11T13:20:01.050-05:00

Basketball Game The annual basketball game is coming up on Friday March 4th. Ann diPetta updated the PTO about this much loved event. This year, now that the playground is finished (yay),  proceeds from the game will be split equally between the Elementary School, Middle School and High School.  The PTO is looking for several people to help with this event. The Sports Boosters are running the

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-2540005370735942552011-01-10T11:57:00.000-05:002011-01-10T11:57:01.509-05:00

We have a PTO meeting tomorrow (Tuesday January 11th) at 8:05 a.m. in the auditorium.  We'll be planning for upcoming winter and spring events.  We hope to see you there!

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-78525419431654059812011-01-06T19:03:00.001-05:002011-01-06T19:04:08.753-05:00

You are invited to attend our 3rd Annual International Night on Friday February 4th from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in the Elementary School.  Elementary age students and their families are welcome.  This event is free.   Travel from country to country getting your passport signed at each stop.  Enjoy samples of food, learn dances and games, and find out interesting facts from each country. We'll have

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-19183534176084872412010-12-16T14:46:00.004-05:002010-12-16T20:02:41.055-05:00

Thank you to all who have participated in the Elementary PTO's scrip program! Since November 1'st PTO has processed $17,653 in orders for scrip, making a profit of $1,318.83! This is a really incredible way to make money for the PTO, and takes nothing from your pocket, it only requires a little bit of pre-planning to work well. Consider using scrip for your normal purchases, it doesn't

Tammy Murphyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15352814412637800040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-38212730161118259642010-12-14T20:04:00.002-05:002010-12-16T13:16:57.865-05:00

Tuesday December 14th, 2010 Time: 6:30-7:45 Library We had a small group for this meeting and we focused on outlining and rough planning the 2nd half of the year. International Night: We need to find someone to work to help Tracy Kirkman coordinate this event. Planned for February 4th, it has been well attended and very much enjoyed. Please see the volunteer page to sign-up to help if you

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-50923352069376071432010-12-09T13:08:00.001-05:002010-12-16T13:17:30.875-05:00

Meeting Date: December 8th, 2010 At this meeting we talked about the new centralized pick-up policy.  This policy was communicated to parents via backpack express and telephone message.  There is an instructional video is on the school website, as well as a link to the policy on the Elementary PTO website.   Read more in our detailed minutes.

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-85605064867951149842010-12-09T10:24:00.004-05:002010-12-16T13:17:50.021-05:00

Make-it Take-it Craft Day is soon upon us and we need help to cover several positions! We are still looking for one additonal person to sell tickets, 4 people to help serve and sell food, and 4 people willing to run a craft table. Crafts are Votive Candles (glueing tissue paper squares onto glass votive holders and then decoupaging the whole thing with glue), Beaded Snowman Bracelets (help tie

Tammy Murphyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15352814412637800040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-47453408344316981252010-12-04T20:08:00.001-05:002010-12-04T20:08:58.454-05:00

Join us Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Elementary School Library for our next PTO meeting. We hope that you can attend! Consider inviting a friend to join you. Look for details soon about what we plan to discuss.

Amy Dawsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03702236216104365967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-31806329384882917012010-12-04T17:34:00.000-05:002010-12-15T17:38:30.038-05:00

Meeting Date: November 3, 2010 Cathryn Sellars joined this group as a neutral facilitator to help the group come to a safety policy procedure.  At this meeting, each member of the committee had the opportunity to speak about their thoughts relative to the safety policy. Read more about each person's thoughts, as well as the resolution of this meeting in the minutes

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Save the date! The PTO will hold our annual Make-It, Take-It Craft Day on Saturday, December 11! The festivities will kick off with a performance by Moreland the Magician at 10am, followed by crafting fun from 10:45-1. We have lots of fun gifts that children can make for a small fee. These items make great gifts for teachers, friends, and family members. There will also be snacks available for

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Scrip order forms for December will be going out via backpack express on Wednesday, December 1st. This will be the only scrip order going out that is sure to make it back in time for the holidays. The order will be placed with scrip on the evening of December 11th following the PTO Make it Take it Craft Day. You can use the above link to see a list of all stores that participate with scrip

Tammy Murphyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15352814412637800040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6104090532005947197.post-75917465555942840602010-11-20T17:30:00.000-05:002010-11-20T17:30:22.543-05:00

Early this fall, Trumansburg Elementary School implemented a new parent drop off and pick-up policy. A committee was formed to discern the best way to implement changes; these changes were prompted by a goal of increased safety for students. The committee looked at all the factors and worked together to create a policy that is safe for students and welcoming to parents. The policy will be

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Meeting Date: November 10th, 2010 The purpose of this meeting was to review the draft plan for implementing the Centralized Pick-Up Policy, to address comments and concerns of committee members, and to create a timetable for implementation. Read all about this meeting in the minutes.

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PTO Minutes Meeting: Tuesday November 9th, 8:10 - 9:10 a.m. in the Auditorium Jody called the meeting to order at 8:10. Treasurer's Report We are finished with our portion of paying for the playground. The rocks were purchased for $1200, and will be placed in their final spot when the ground freezes. We got a $250 grant from the Lion's Club that went toward this expense. Scrip: Tammy

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Meeting Date: October 26th, 2010 This committee was formed to work on the Elementary School Guest Access Policy.  Committee members include Administration, Buildings & Grounds, Teacher Aides, and Parents. At this meeting the committee learned of a petition being circulated by parents.  Mrs. Wiggins clarified the state and district policy and Mike Babcock clarified the the Single Access Entry had

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Tuesday October 5th, 8 a.m. Library Classroom Treasurer's Report We have contributed 42,194.29 towards the playground. We expect to need to contribute $1500-$2000 more for rocks and benches. Of this money, $25,000 was specifically raised for the playground by the PTO. Our accounts currently hold apx $23,000. Tammy shared that the PTO pays for the visitor logs in books and field trip books.

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View our minutes from our September 21st Meeting.

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Thursday September 9, 2010 Time: 8 – 9 am  Library Classroom Attendance: Don’t have final number - GREAT turnout! Jody kicked off the meeting with introductions Tracy talked about the PTO directory.  She’s looking for someone to help her this year and that person would take over next year. Gymnastics Bus program will start on September 17th.  We’ll need someone to ride the bus and

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View our meeting minutes from August 4, 2010

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View our meeting minutes from May 21, 2010

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View our meeting minutes from May 5th, 2010

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