PTO Newsletter 2/28/25
Music performances begin at 5:30 PM in the cafeteria, featuring:
- Choir
- House Band
- Mrs. Hartsock’s Class on Drums
Near, far, in our motor car Oh what a happy time we’ll spend.
Bang Bang Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Our fine four fendered friend
Only 4 more days to read read read!! This year we are reading Ian Fleming’s classic book Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! FAQ information sheets, reading logs, and the challenge card were sent home in students’ red Chitty Chitty folder. Students will keep all things read-a-thon related (reading logs, challenge board, coloring sheets, etc.) in this folder and it should travel with them between home and school.
Tuesday, February 18th – Monday, March 3rd:
- READ, READ, READ! During breakfast, in the car, outside, under the covers!
- Tally your reading on the reading logs. Parents need to initial each reading log entry.
- Work on your Chitty Chitty challenge board. Students can collect their badges as they complete the challenges (buttons coordinate to the challenge board colors).
Friday, March 7th:
- CELEBRATION DAY – Favorite Book Character Dress-Up Day!
- Students who achieve the 100 book (Kindergarten) and 1,500 minute (1st-5th) challenge will be recognized during morning announcements and receive a certificate and prize.
Important Dates
Note: Dates are subject to change. The BEST way to stay updated is with our PTO Google Calendar – view and subscribe here!
- February 28: Navigator Day (TODAY)
- February 28: Field Trip (5th)
- March 3: Read-A-Thon Ends
- March 6: Fine Arts Night
- March 7: Half Day (Dismissal 11:30) and Read-A-Thon Celebration
- March 10-14: No School (Spring Break)
- March 17: Back to School!
- March 18: General PTO Meeting
- March 24-28: March MATHness
- March 25: Math Night with Mathnasium
- March 29: Spring Silent Auction and Party
Upcoming Community and Fundraiser Events
March 18: PTO Meeting and New Building Tour
Join us! Please register here for the meeting and tour.
This will still be an active construction site so we must know you are coming in advance. This tour will also be for adults only. Thank you for your understanding and patience. Our children will be hosted to a safe, completed, school orientation during our annual back to school Sneak-a-Peak (info coming soon). Any questions please email PresidentsPPE@gmail.com. Thank you!
March 25: Math Night with Mathnasium!
Games? Fun? Contests and Prizes? Yes!! Get Ready for Math Night at PPE! Drop in on March 25th anytime between 5:00pm to 7:00pm for lots of brain-challenging games, awesome prizes, and tons of fun. The entire family is welcome!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
March 29: Spring Auction at Richland Country Club
The countdown is on to March 29th! We are less than 30 days from this year’s Silent Auction and Beach Ball — PPE’s exciting fundraising event and party. Dust off your dancing shoes and grab your friends, because you won’t want to miss all the amazing entertainment and items up for bid (more about that below). This year’s event will feature live music by renowned Nashville party band, BanDLux and a hilarious stand-up comedy routine by our very own Mr. Mott. In past years, tickets have sold out so buy your tickets early. Food and drink are included in your ticket. Corporate sponsor tables are also still available. Not sure what to wear? Follow the PPE Instagram for updates.
Grade Level Artwork UPDATE: Students will work together to “Make Their Mark” during recess on Wednesday, 3/5 creating a beautiful flower design on a ceramic pizza stone. Students will also sign an accompanying pizza peel that will be included in the silent auction. If you can’t make it to the Beach Ball the auction will be available for online viewing beginning at 5pm on 3/27.
The silent auction is jam-packed with gift ideas for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, 40th Birthdays and more with incredible experiences and items to cherish. Snag WOW-worthy gifts like a private 4-person Pickleball Clinic with Ari Roodhuyzen, a 2-Hour Private Drone Flying Class with UAV Coach, a Glycolic Acid Facial with Restoration Dermatology, or a K. McKarthy Gift Basket valued at $500. Shop online beginning the evening of 3/27 if you don’t attend the Beach Ball.
Percy Priest’s Beach Ball
March 29, 2025
6-11pm
Richland Country Club
BUY TICKETS NOW!
April 13: Alumni Reception and Building Farewell!
Attention all Percy Priest Elem. Alumni/former teachers!
You don’t want to miss an incredible opportunity to relive cherished memories before the old school building is demolished. Come join other Alumni and Past Teachers and walk the halls one last time. Head to this site to RSVP and to share special memories and photos.
Once A Tiger Always A Tiger!
Join us Sunday, April 13, 2025, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm.
General Announcements
Watch this space for updates, FAQs, important information and more.
Update 2.28.25
Don’t forget to RSVP for the PTO Meeting and building tour (above)!
FAQ 7: When is the last time I can see the current building? Removal of the current building will happen quickly after school is out in May. Make sure to join us for Percy’s Moving Party to say “goodbye” to the building before the end of school. More information on this exciting May 18 event will be coming in the next few weeks!
MNPS Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. If you or someone you know has an incoming kindergartner, please encourage them to complete registration as early as possible. For information regarding enrollment requirements, please visit this site.
Get Involved!
Come Have Lunch!
Parents, grandparents and special friends are welcome to eat lunch with students! To help us with space and accommodating guests, we ask that visitors sign-up to come eat lunch using the bookings link below. Please be sure to select the correct grade level and teacher. When signing-up, we also ask that you only sign-up for one day at this time. Thank you for your help and we hope to see you for lunch soon. Sign up to come eat lunch with your student!
Grandparents and Special Friends Email List
We know there are many grandparents, family and special friends of PPE students who would like to be involved. You can keep up with the latest news by signing up for the PPE Grandparents, Family & Friends List here.
Small Fundraisers Spotlight
For a list of all of our ongoing small fundraisers, please visit our Small Fundraisers webpage.
How to Stay Connected
Email Lists
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