PTO Events Calendar

We have a lot of exciting events coming up this year. Mark your calendars. We look forward to see you all!

PTO Meeting - Nov. 9th

Please join us in the McKinley Library at 7pm.

The PTO will be holding a 2 special votes:

Proposal to add $150 per classroom to the budget for a Room Parent Stipend.
Proposal to elect Torie Menniti as Vice President of the PTO Board. (link to Torie's bio)

To vote, you must be a dues paying member for no less than 2 weeks prior to voting. Note: Membership dues are attached to an individual (not a household).

Scarecrow Night - TONIGHT!

Friday, October 20th

5:30 - 7:00p

Join us for a FREE night of family fun! Build a scarecrow with your family or team up with other families.

RSVP forms have been returned and we're looking forward to a great evening!

We hope to see you there!

McKinley Spiritwear Sale

Online Store Open thru November 5th

View the catalogue and order here!

Kids & Adult Tshirts (non tie-dye) - $15

Kids & Adult Tshirts Tie-Dye - $18

Kids & Adult Crewneck Sweatshirts - $27

Kids & Adult Hooded Sweatshirt (non tie-dye) - $30

Kids & Adult Hooded Sweatshirt Tie-Dye - $32

Drawstring Backpacks - $10

Water Bottle - $12

Lanyard - $5

Car Magnet - $7

McKingo

Friday, November 10th

5:30p Dinner, 6:00p - 8:30pm Bingo

A night of bingo and fun for the entire family! $9 per player and tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets do sell out quickly so don't wait!

Hoagies and pizza will also be available for purchase. Food must be pre-ordered and advance payment is required.

To attend please print out and return the flyer below with your payment to your child's teacher.

McKingo Night Flyer

This year, ALL PROCEEDS will go towards the Save the Dragon Fund. The McKinley Dragon Statue was built over a decade ago and has been neglected for some time; with missing tiles and cracks. It would be great to have this McKinley landmark restored to its original glory!

Volunteers Needed!

We need your help to make McKingo a successful, fun night for everyone!! Please consider volunteering to help with one or two slots throughout the evening. We look forward to seeing you on November 10th for fun and games!!

Please note the time for the event is 5:30-8:30 but this sign-up reflects start/end times from set-up to clean-up.

Volunteer Sign-Up Here

McKinley Garden - Volunteers Needed!

The Garden is open but we need your help. Volunteers wanted for the next couple Wednesdays (10/11 - 11/8) to help with the kindergarten classes during recess 10:45-11:30.

KINDERGARTEN PARENTS - you can search the sign-up genius for your child's class.

Volunteer badges are required.

Sign Up Here!

Calling All 5th Grade Parents!

Fifth grade parents if you are interested in helping this year with the 5th grade fundraising and activities please email us at MckinleyGrade5@gmail.com.

Pictures Wanted!!!

If you attend any of our events and take pictures you would be willing to share please email them to us at McKinleyPTO@gmail.com. We would love to post pictures of our community and families on our website and in our newsletter.

Ways to Get Involved

Volunteer

Volunteer! We have lots of events planned, but we need your help. Any and every little bit counts. Please email mckinleypto@gmail.com or fill out the form here to let us know that you would like to volunteer.

PTO Dues

If you don't have the time to volunteer please consider becoming a member through dues. Dues start at a suggested donation of $20. The funds go toward recognizing our teachers, supporting activities, and providing fun events for the whole family. Pay PTO dues.

Ways to Stay Connected

Become a PTO Member

Dues start at a suggested donation of $20. These funds will allow us to recognize our teachers, support activities, and provide fun events. You can pay your dues here.

Join the Directory

We invite you to visit the McKinley PTO Directory. The directory is the best way to connect so we encourage all families to add or edit their information as soon as possible.

PTO Website

Visit the PTO website for events, updates, and more.

PTO Facebook Group

The PTO has a Facebook group to interact with families and to inform you of fun activities for students, parents and teachers. This will also be a hub to stay up to date on school information.

Become a PTO Member Today!

The PTO is a Non-Profit Organization!

This means that you can write off your PTO dues! Funds collected through dues and fundraising events go directly towards supporting our teachers, student events, and various school clubs. PTO Dues start at the suggested donation of $20.

Please take a moment to update the directory at www.mckinleypto.org/directory-howto with your child(ren)'s current grade and teacher. Thank you!

SUBJECT: 2023 McKinley PTO Newsletter - October 20