St. Mary's School PTO

PTO Minutes from: September 5, 2018
In Attendance: Sylvia Zygawski, Jennifer Masten, Melissa Kelly, Shaun Hall, Tobey Simone, Jennifer Dort, Rachel Welch
Opening Statements:  This school year’s elected officials are as follows: Sylvia Zygawski, Treasurer; Jennifer Dort, Secretary; Tobey Simone, Vice President; Shaun Hall, President.  The responsibilities of each officer were described in accordance with the PTO bylaws. Previous years’ documentations and records were passed down to the newly elected officials.  The mission of the PTO: to support the school and students as well as to build a connection between the students, school, and Parish. Meetings for the 2018-2019 school year will be held on the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30-7:30 pm at the school.
Treasurer’s Report:  
  • Bottles and cans: Mrs. Rita Dupras has presented the PTO with 2 checks for collections at the end of the 2017-2018 school year.  Since she started these collections in 2011, Mrs. Dupras has presented the PTO with a total of $9145.75. This will be her last year assisting with the collections, creating a position to be filled.  A call to volunteers is suggested to be placed in the church bulletin and possibly the school Wednesday folders following Founder’s Day celebrations.
  • First Aide kits fundraiser at the end of the 2017-2018 school year allowed for a 50% profit
  • Money was allocated toward paying the Chamber of Commerce fee for Founder’s Weekend as well as money for purchasing supplies for the fried dough fundraiser
Principal’s Report: The school year has started with a smaller population than last year, however, current students are “strong,” fully engaged and diligent with their school activities already.  Two teachers are away on leave at this time with two long-term substitute teachers filling the void during their absence. Future Principal Reports will include teacher requests, student updates, and potential enrichment program ideas.  Upon the PTO’s request, Principal Masten will request that teachers attempt to attend any PTO meetings possible so that they may further assist in the student reports as well as support their requests for further purchase proposals or enrichment programs.  
President’s Report: Two upcoming fundraisers:
  • Save Around Books
    • The books have arrived.  Shaun will prepare the books for distribution – one packet per family - with a letter to the Parents and an order form.
    • This week’s WAG will include a notification for the parents to be vigilant for the books’ arrival next week
    • Books will be sent home next Wednesday, September 13, 2018, with a return deadline 2 weeks following
    • The PTO receives a 55% profit on each book sold
  • Taste of Lee Fried Dough, September 14, 2018
    • Shaun has in his possession all of the needed equipment and will purchase supplies this week
    • Based upon past years’ experience, the plan is to purchase from BJ’s 100 pounds of dough and 8 boxes of double stuffed Oreos.  Last year, 106 pounds of dough (of 140 pounds purchased), 8 boxes of Oreos, and 2.5 boxes of Twinkies sold
    • Price for dough $5, Oreos $4
    • A call is going out for volunteers to assist with the fried dough sale via the WAG and Wednesday folder fliers that will request:
      • 6 people / shift
      • Two shifts: 4-7pm, 7-10pm
      • Volunteers to email Shaun prior to next Wednesday, September 12, 2018



Next meeting: October 3, 2018, 6:30 pm

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Mission Statement

Our mission as a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) at St. Mary's School is to promote and encourage communication among parents, teachers, administration, Church and the community.  The PTO also sponsors and organizes fundraising and school events, which deepen our community spirit and enrich our children's educational, social, and developmental experiences at St. Mary's. 
The PTO works closely with the school staff supporting the academic, social and  enrichment programs at the school. During the 2013-2014 year we sponsored two Family Fun nights - Halloween Spooktacular with a focus on reading  and March Math Madness.  We also provided the financial support for several enrichment assemblies promoting reading and science.  The PTO recognized our teachers during the holidays and Teacher Appreciation Week.   Through careful fundraising the PTO is able to support the students throughout the year by providing funds for field trips, assisting a teacher with a special project and more.