PTO
Parents
“At the end of the day, the most overwhelming key to a child’s success is the positive involvement of the parents.” – Jane D. Hull
The Channahon PTO consists of parents, teachers and principals that all have one common interest, the kids. We work hard to enhance the social and educational environment of our schools. We purchase items for the schools that enhance educational experiences as well as provide funds for different assemblies and events throughout the year. There are many wonderful opportunities to become involved with the PTO. We invite you to come check out the many programs that benefit our children. Our meetings are always open to everyone, and we encourage you to come join us on the 2nd Thursday of the month. Also, please don’t hesitate to contact us with questions or suggestions and “like” our Facebook page.
Thank you,
The Channahon PTO
- Get Connected. There’s no better way to know what’s happening in your school.
- Tap into a Network. Parenting is not easy. It helps to share ideas, concerns and experiences with other parents and educators in the community. PTO functions are opportunities to meet other parents and teachers, building rapport and discussing issues that are on your mind.
- Watch Yourself Grow. By volunteering with your PTO, you gain valuable experiences. It’s an opportunity to put your skills and hobbies to good use for a good cause.
- Speak Up. Because the PTO is a forum for exchanging ideas, you are encouraged to make suggestions. PTO can be a way for you to effectively suggest change at your child’s school.
- Witness Improvement. By getting involved at your child’s school you’ll be part of the solution, helping make positive changes. Our PTO plays an important role in fundraising to provide building improvements, curriculum-based programs, and social events – all vital to a school’s success.
- Be a Role Model. By becoming a PTO member, you’ll be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on education.
Important Dates: Meetings @ NB Galloway 6:30pm-7:30pm
Meeting Dates (Second Thursday of each month):
- October 12
- November 9
- December 14
- January 11
- February 8
- March 8
- April 12
- May 10
Please be sure to join us at our meetings. We are always looking for new ideas and new opinions.
We offer free childcare at our meetings, giving your child the chance play in the gym and burn off some energy, as well as play games and color.
Officers:
The PTO Board is made up of volunteers who are elected on a yearly basis. Elections are held in the Spring.
The 2015 – 2016 Channahon PTO Board is as follows:
- President: Julie Straley (jestraley@gmail.com)
- Vice-President: Monica Sweeney (monsweeney03@gmail.com)
- Treasurer: Suzanne Ringbauer (suzannes10@yahoo.com)
- Secretary: Lisa Roberts (lmroberts99@comcast.net)
- Committee Director: Meagan Ludwig (meaganludwig@yahoo.com)
- Media Secretary: Kim Chiappini (kim_75@comcast.net)
Committee Chairs and Co-Chairs
- Fundraising Chair:
- Box Tops Chair: Rosemary Morales
- School Supply Kit Chair:
- Spirit Wear Chair: Julie Straley
- Movie Night Chair: Marcie Conner
- Teacher Appreciation Chair: Jennifer Garrett
- Bake Sale Chair: Missy Bavilacqua
- Vendor Fair: Andrea Patla
- Campbell’s Chair: Mina Miley
- Santa’s Secret Shop Chair: Sheri Choate
If you have any questions or would like more information about the PTO, please contact us at ChannahonPTO@gmail.com.
Box Top Information:
Channahon School District 17 PTO needs your help. Did you know that there are many no-cost, stress-free ways that you can help our schools that take virtually no time at all? Many companies are willing to give free cash or educational materials to schools that participate in their redemption or recycling programs. Channahon School District 17 PTO participates in the following programs:
Box Tops for Education: Each Box Top coupon is worth 10¢. You can collect them from over 100 General Mills products. Ask your family and friends to collect and save them for you too! All you have to do is:
❶ Clip unexpired Box Tops
❷ Tape or glue Box Tops to collection sheet (PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE) or
place them in a Ziplock bag
❸ Write your child’s name, grade, teacher’s name and school on collection
sheet or bag (see below to download a collection sheet or they are
available at every school.)
❹ Send completed sheet or baggie of 25 or more to your child’ school
Get your child’s named entered into our November & April raffles
(Each sheet or bag of 25=1 raffle entry) Enter as often as you can!
Bonus Box Tops! JEWEL has partnered with www.GrowingLocalLearning.com, so during special sales promotions, you may receive a coupon at checkout to earn 50 or more Bonus Box Tops. Send any Bonus Coupons with your child’s name, grade, teacher’s name, and school written on it to be entered into our raffles.
Campbell’s Labels for Education:
1.CLIP
Clip and save UPCs and beverage/ sauce caps from participating products. Check out the complete list at http://www.labelsforeducation.com/Earn-Points/Participating-Products
2.GIVE
Send your CLIPPED UPCs and beverage/ sauce caps (in plastic zip-top baggies or envelopes) with your child to give to their teacher! They will then be given to your school’s coordinator. When the whole school participates, the points really add up!
3.EARN FREE STUFF FOR YOUR SCHOOL!
Your school can redeem Labels for Education® points for FREE educational resources!
4.KEEP COLLECTING & CONNECTING
Please be sure to check out My School on the Label’s for Education website to get connected with your school and coordinator. http://www.labelsforeducation.com/My-School
*You can also print collection sheets from the website!
Drop-Off Centers for both: All Channahon School District 17 schools: N.B. Galloway, Pioneer Path, Three Rivers, or Junior High. Channahon Public Library, Fire Department, Police Department, and Village Hall.
| Box Tops for Education Downloads (Labels) Please include the collection sheet (both the 25 and 50 sheet). | Campbell’s Labels for Education Downloads: |