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Donlon PTA Newsletter

 

Attendance Line: 925-426-0403    
School Office: 925-426-4220
Donlon Elementary School

Pleasanton, CA

In This Issue
International Fair
Restaurant Night
Walk-Thru Registration
Volunteer
Where does PTA money Go??
New PTA Board for 2015-16
PTA has benefits!
Community Events

For more information:

 

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Important Dates
5/5
Restaurant Night
Chipotle - Dublin
7020 Amador Plaza Rd.
Dublin, CA 94568
5/13
International Fair
5/15
Flag Salute - Western Day 
(Dress up like Cowboys and Cowgirls)
5/21
Donlon Open House
5/25
No School
Memorial Day
6/2
Donlon PTA Meeting
(All parents and guardians are welcome)
6/9
5th Grade Celebration
6/10
Donlon Field Day
6/10
Mrs. Cloyd Retirement Reception
Donlon Parent Faculty Club 


International Fair

May 13th

   
Donlon's International Fair is a celebration of the many cultures that comprise the fabric of our school community. It is organized and presented entirely by student and parent volunteers. The International Fair will take place on May 13, 2015.  

If you're passionate about your culture and would like to present your culture to Donlon families, click on the link below to sign up.



Questions? Please contact event coordinator Laura at Laura.graham1005@yahoo.com
 



Restaurant Night

Chipotle - Dublin
May 5th, 2015




  
Chipotle will be donating a portion of the proceeds from their May 5th sales to the Donlon PTA when you bring in the Restaurant Night Flyer.  Please click below for the flyer.



Walk-Thru Registration

August 18th, 2015


  
This event takes A LOT of volunteers to make it run smoothly and to keep the lines short.  

If you would like to volunteer, please email:
Keri Rocha



Pleasanton Unified School District....
there is an app for that!



  
Did you know that Pleasanton Unified School District has an app?

Click below to download:

      

The official Pleasanton USD app gives you a personalized window into what is happening at the district and schools. Get the news and information that you care about and get involved.

Anyone can:
  • View district and school news
  • Use the district tip line
  • Receive notifications from the district and schools
  • Access the district directory
  • Display information personalized to your interests
Parents and students can:
  • View and add contact information


Don't know how to become involved in your child's school...
volunteer!!


  
We have events that need help for the next school year.  Red Ribbon Week, Hospitality, Ice Cream Sales, Birthday Board, and Science Fair.

If you would like to become involved, email:

Jen Oellerich


Where Does Your PTA $Money$ Go???


  
$150 per family helps us to give students and teachers:
  • Document Cameras for all classes
  • Projectors for all classes
  • Chromebook Carts
  • $50 per student stipend for all teachers for classroom supplies
  • $1,400 donation to Outdoor Education
  • New Technology and upgrades for teachers
  • School beautification (tables, umbrellas, etc.)
  • Coming soon - Electronic Marquee
  • Outstanding Experiences for all students
As well as various school events and programs:
  • 5th Grade Celebration
  • Bingo Night
  • Movie Night
  • Field Day
  • Holiday Gift Shop
  • International Fair
  • Literacy Night
  • Red Ribbon Week
  • Raz Kids Reading Resource Website
  • Pizza with the Principal
  • Reflections
  • Science Fair
  • Student Assemblies
  • Ice Cream Socials
  • And many more...
Thank you for all who donated this year!!!  


Congratulations to your 2015-2016 PTA officers for next school year.

  

President:  Becka Schnell

1st VP Student Programs and services: 
Tracy Williams

2nd VP of Membership and Volunteers:
Michelle Lam

3rd VP of Activities and Community Services:
Melissa Hobizal

4th VP of Fundraising:
**OPEN**

5th VP of Communications:
Bill Digman

Treasurer:
Della Consos

Secretary:
Alice Cruce

Auditor:
**OPEN**

Parliamentarian: 
Denise Morgan

PPIE Representative:
Delia Cooper

  


PTA membership has benefits!


 

Visits these websites to learn how you can save money locally in Pleasanton as well as with other venues!


 

Pleasanton PTA Shop Ptown
 

If you have any questions about your Donlon PTA membership or about becoming a member, please e-mail Jen: 

volunteer@donlonpta.com

Community Events
Is your child transitioning to middle school?

 

Gather information, tools and resources to make the transition to middle school in Pleasanton successful! Address any anxieties and fears before your first day. 

Please join us for a panel discussion and Q&A with panelists including: Students, Parents, Kaiser Permenente Representative, and PUSD Administrator.  

Pre-registration is recommended for this FREE workshop at pleasantonfun.com Course: 60252

Location: 
Pleasanton Public Library
400 Old Bernal Ave
Pleasanton  California  94566

 

 


 
 

community event
Are you involved in a community event and would like to get the word out?

Let us know, and we will see if you can be included in the next newsletter.


 

Contact info@donlonpta.com for more information.