Family Fun Night

Family Fun Night is right around the corner.  There will be many, many activities for families to participate in.  There will be everything from standard carnival games, to crafts, Limbo and everyone's favorite Bingo for Books!  We hope you to see you there, May 11th from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

We are also in need of many volunteers to help make this night a success.  All tasks have been broken down into short shifts so you can help and enjoy time with your family.  Sign up to help at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C45ACAF23A46-family2.

Thank you!

Planning for 2012-2013 School Year

Planning for the 2012-2013 School year has begun!  Right now nominations are open for the 2012-2013 PTO Board.  Please consider joining the board - NO previous experience required!  Elections will be held at our next meeting, Monday, May 14th @ 6:30 pm in the BHS Multipurpose Room.

Here is the proposed schedule for the 2012-2013 school year:

·         Monthly Meetings:

o   Monday, September 9 @ 6:30 pm – BES Media Center

o   Monday, October 8 @ 6:30 pm – BHS Media Center

o   Monday, November 12 @ 6:30 pm – BMS Media Center

o   Monday, December 10 @ 6:30 pm – BES Media Center

o   Monday, January 14 @ 6:30 pm – BMS Media Center

o   Monday, February  11 @ 6:30 pm – BHS Multipurpose Room

o   Monday, March 11 @ 6:30 pm – BES Media Center

o   Monday, April 8 @ 6:30 pm – BMS Media Center

o   Monday, May 13 @ 6:30 pm – BHS Multipurpose Room

·         Events:

o   Party on the Playground: August 21^st or August 27^th

o   Walk the Halls:  TBD

o   BES Movie Night:  Friday, February 22^nd or Friday, March 1^st

o   BES Family Fun Night:  Friday, April 26^th

o   BMS Activity Afternoon:  TBD

·         Soup Suppers:

o   BES:  Monday, October 15^th

o   BMS: Monday, November 5^th

o   BHS: Monday, December 17^th

·         Fundraiser:

o   Kickoff:  September 12 or 14

o   Orders Due:  Friday, September 28^th

o   Order Pickup:  Monday, October 15^th 

o   BES Mega Party:  October 26^th

o   BMS Big Blast:  TBD – end of February

·         Book Fairs

o   BES:  November 11, 15-16

o   BES BOGO:  February 7 – 12

o   BMS:  TBD  ?  Conferences are 11/5 and 11/8

o   BMS BOGO:  TBD ? Conferences are 3/7

2012-2013 School Toolboxes

Dear Parents,

The PTO is again sponsoring the opportunity for you to pre-order your K – 8 child’s school supplies in an easy to pick up package through The School Toolbox.   Below you will find some common questions and answers regarding this program.  However; if your questions are not answered, please feel free to reach out to us via e-mail at byronpto@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support,

Amy Hoerle  

Why School Toolbox?

Buying school supplies is one of those necessary steps we do to prepare our children for school.  With the high gas prices and all of your other obligations this is an easy way to save you time, get your supplies for about the same price as your favorite retail store and earn a few extra dollars for the schools – Win, Win, Win!

What is included with the toolbox?

Each grade has their unique toolbox for common supplies such as folders, pencils and paper.  Your teachers have worked hard to come together and create a common list of supplies for each grade.  Thus, there are no “extras” in the toolboxes.  Everything included you will be asked to supply by your child’s teacher in the letter you receive this summer.

Do I still need to buy additional supplies?

The toolboxes do not include paint shirts, gym shoes and backpacks.  Also, since each teacher has their own unique teaching style they may request additional items above what is requested in the School Toolbox.  If you have questions you can ask your child’s teacher at “Meet the teacher” next August.  Please remember we have worked hard to make a common list and there are no “extras” in the toolboxes.

How do I order?

We recommend that you place your order online at www.schooltoolbox.com, register and enter the code 5BYRO55920.  If you prefer to write a check you can print the order form and send to school with your child.  Checks should be made out to Byron PTO.

What are optional items?

Some grade levels have optional items.  This is a way for you to hand down higher priced items, such as calculators, between your children.  Since the item is listed optionally it will NOT be included in your child’s toolbox unless you specifically order it.

When will I receive the toolbox?

For elementary students you can pick up your toolbox at “Meet the teacher” (August 28^th).  For middle school students you can pick up your toolbox at the “Walk the Halls” event.  Watch for future information about these events.

Can I help?

Certainly!  We are looking for volunteers to help unload the toolboxes at both the Elementary and Middle Schools next August.  If you are willing to help, please contact Amy at byronpto@gmail.com.