NHES PTO February Newsletter

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Mark Your Calendars!

February

  • 2/7 — Boy’s World of Imagination Dance

  • 2/7 — Valentines Orders Close

  • 2/8 — Girls’ World of Imagination Dance

  • 2/11 — Q3 General Body Meeting

  • 2/12 — Break room treat provided by 1st Grade

  • 2/14 - 2/18 — NO SCHOOL

  • 2/20 — Spirit Night @ Kilwins (Collection Location)

  • 2/21 — PTO Board Meeting

  • 2/24 — Yearbook Orders Close

  • 2/28 — 5th Grade Sign Orders Close

March

  • 3/3 - 3/7 — Exceptional Children’s Week

  • 3/7 — New! Painting with a Purpose Event

  • 3/11 — Spirit Night @Mellow Mushroom (Collection Location)

  • 3/14 — NO SCHOOL

  • 3/17 - 3/21 — Teacher Appreciation Week

  • 3/21 — PTO Board Meeting

  • 3/31 - 4/4 — SPRING BREAK

February Volunteer Opportunities

  • World of Imagination Dances are coming back and we need YOUR help to make them a success! Without enough hands, we won’t be able to set up and tear down these awesome events. Sign up today:

World of Imagination Dances — February 7th & 8th

Our winter dances are back for the 3rd year and are getting the Willy Wonka treatment! Tickets for these events will likely sell out so make sure to get yours today. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance — they will not be available at the door.

Our Nighthawk boys are invited to attend on Friday, February 7th at 6:30pm, and our Nighthawk girls are invited to attend on Saturday, February 8th at 6:30pm, in the NHES cafe with the adult guest of their choosing.

PTO will provide the DJ, blacklights, and yummy treats or glow items for purchase — you bring the fun! Dress is up to you! Please plan to bring cash, check, or credit card.

Valentines Day Candy Grams on Sale thru 2/7

Support your school with your Valentines Day purchase instead of the major retailers! PTO is selling Valentines candy grams now thru Friday, February 7th and ALL proceeds go directly back to our school! All orders will be delivered to teachers the afternoon of 2/12, and distributed to students on 2/13.

Whole class orders may be placed online on our website

Individual Orders may be placed using the flier sent home in your child’s folder or attached to the school messenger.

Q3 General Body Meeting — February 11th

Calling all PTO members! If you are receiving this email, this includes YOU. We will be hosting our next meeting on Tuesday, February 11th, at 5:00pm in the Media Center immediately preceding Math Night. Please make every effort to attend as we will be discussing several important items including opening our Board elections for next year.

Spirit Night at Kilwins — 2/20

Join us for a sweet Valentines treat on Thursday, February 20th, from 5:00-8:00pm at the NEW Kilwins location in the Collection! Wear your NHES spirit wear to school and then swing by to earn money for our school! Just make sure to mention you’re with New Hope and a portion of all proceeds will be donated back to us!

Yearbook Orders CLOSE FOR GOOD on 2/24

Have you ordered your Yearbook yet? Yearbook orders will close on 2/24 and will NOT reopen. This is your last chance to get the commemorative book celebrating all of our students’ accomplishments this year!

Not sure if you ordered? Check your email for a message with subject line “Jostens Order Confirmation” — just make sure it’s from this school year. If you don’t have that email, we don’t have an order for you and you should place your order today.

5th Grade Parents — PLEASE READ!

Your last chance to order a commemorative yard sign celebrating your student’s accomplishment finishing elementary school is quickly approaching. The final day to order is Friday, 2/28. You can personalize your sign with your student’s name, if you choose. Orders will be processed in March and delivered early - mid April. Place your order today on our website www.newhopepto.org/store

INTRODUCING! Painting with a Purpose

Mark your calendars for a brand new first-time event at New Hope:

Painting with a Purpose!

As part of our Exceptional Children’s Week celebration, PTO will host this special fundraiser event. NHES students are invited to attend with one adult of their choosing to paint a guided piece on canvas, led by our very own Mrs. Riedinger! Tickets are $12 per pair on our website and include the take-home canvas and all supplies needed. Additional sibling tickets are also available, but siblings must be current NHES students. Space is very limited and tickets MUST be purchased in advance. PTO will also be selling concessions in person for those interested.

All proceeds from this event will be donated to our Specialized Instruction team to purchase sensory carts for our students to use during the day when they need a brain break.

Spirit Celebrations — Mark Your Calendars!

Make sure to wear your NHES spirit wear to school and then join us at these participating restaurants! Each sponsor will donate a portion of their proceeds earned back to New Hope PTO. This is a great way to skip the dinner grind and make a difference for our school!

Thank you to our community sponsors!

We couldn’t provide the school environment we do without these amazing businesses supporting our students. Please make sure to say ‘thank you’ next time you stop by!