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Issue 134, January 29, 2015
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Greetings, Holmes Parents:

 

January is a great month to refocus energies and set priorities for the new year. Holmes PTA would like to do this, too - with your valuable feedback. Please complete this short, ten question survey to share your thoughts on three main topics: fundraising efforts, programs and events funded by your donations to PTA, and volunteer activities.

 

Along with PTA Association meetings, this anonymous survey will help inform our budget building process for next year and how we fundraise in the future.  The survey results will also help better align the events and activities sponsored by the PTA with your priorities.

 

We all strive to provide an enriching learning environment for our children and to foster a strong and supportive community of students, families, teachers and staff.  Please take this opportunity to let us know how we're doing supporting these goals!

 

Thank you for taking the time to voice your opinion. The survey will be open until January 31.

 

Calling All Parents!

 

Why Join the PTA?

The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child. In doing so, you also help your school. But there are many more PTA advantages:

  •     Discover Great Resources
  •     Tap into a Network
  •     Watch Yourself Grow
  •     Speak Up
  •     Witness Improvement
  •     Be a Role Model
  •     Enjoy Substantial Benefits

For more information on how YOU can contribute, click here. 

Holmes on Facebook

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Holmes PTA now has an active Facebook page!   

 

Please head to HOLMES ELEMENTARY PTA and "LIKE" us for updates, events and news about our great school.  

 

     https://www.facebook.com/HolmesElementaryPTA

  

Safety First

Traffic Management Plan

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The safety of our children comes first at Holmes and we are asking that you PLEASE set a good example for our kids.
 
Please use the cross walks at all times, do not make a u-turn in front of the school and please do not double park for drop off and pick up.     
 
All these actions are not only illegal but create an unsafe environment for our children.
 
Thank you for your cooperation.

Spelling Bee - Jan 22 - Feb 20

The Annual Spelling Bees for Grades 1-5  has begun!  Your teacher has the Spelling Bee lists.  Begin studying your words now for your Classroom Bee.  The names of the winners need to be submitted by February 20th - so ask your teacher when your Classroom Bee will be held.  Winners of the Classroom Bees will be able to compete at the Grade Level Bees in March.   

Study!  Study!  Study!

Goodwill Fundraiser Starts Jan 23 - Feb 6

Parent Teacher Conferences - Mar 24 - 27

 


Parent-Teacher conferences will be held from
March 24-27th with an early 1:15pm dismissal. 
 

Do your kids want to be in the Yearbook?  
Pictures Wanted!

Do you have pictures from the Holmes' movie nights, class parties, Halloween parade, field trips, or other school events?  Share your pictures of the 2014-2015 Holmes school year events with the PTA for consideration in the annual yearbook!  We need your photos!  Visit  www.holmespta.org/yearbook.php for details on submitting your pictures.  Continue capturing those memorable moments!!

Get Involved








Hero Run - 3/13

Volunteers needed for the Hero Run on March 13.

Please contact Jessie Nettles or your room parent if you can help with the following:

Event Set-up (5)

Event Clean up (5)

Time Sign holders (4)

Sign in attendants (2)

Lap counter coordinator (1 for each room)


Spelling Bee - 3/17 and 3/19
The spelling bee is March 17 and 19.  Four judges are needed each day.  Contact Ms. Celle for details!

Spring Fling - 5/16
 Committees forming

Anyone who would be interested in planning or helping 

with the Spring Fling, please contact Bay at bay.fennessy@holmespta.org.

Set up - clean up

Food vendors

Craft vendors

Games & Activities

Decorations

Silent Auction

Cake Show

Car Show

Stage, performances, and entertainment

Art Show

Advertising/Communication

Winter Before and After School Programs







The Holmes PTA is pleased to offer many before and after school Programs designed to enrich our students' educational experience. Registration is now open for programs beginning in January.  Reserve your spot today!  Please visit the Before/After School Enrichment Web Page on the Holmes web site for more information and to register.
  • Mountain Chess 
  • Piano Keyboard Club
  • Tiny Pros Soccer 
  • Mileage Club
  • Cheer w/SpiritKids Sports 
  • Junior Theatre
  • Mad Science 
  • Tennis 
  • TGA Premier Junior Golf 
  • Lego Engineering
  • MonArt Drawing Class
  • Heartlight Aerobics 
eScrip - Free way to support our school!
eScrip
eScrip is one of the easiest (and free) ways to support our school all year long. Simply register the debit, credit and grocery cards you use every day. A portion of your purchases is automatically donated back to our school at no additional cost to you. 

For more information and to register, please visit
http://www.holmespta.org/escrip.php.

 

Upcoming Events at a Glance

Feb 6 - Family Friday 
Feb 10 - Dining for Dollars - Chili's  
Parent feedback: any PTA or eBlast related questions or concerns can be sent to holmespta@yahoo.com. We welcome your input.

Sincerely,

 

Holmes Elementary PTA
 
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