PTO Newsletter 3/21/25
This coming week we will celebrate our annual March MATHness – a week of math fun, challenges, and more! Join us Tuesday for Math Night, supported by our friends at Mathnasium. Can you join the fun and help with Math Night? We just need a few volunteers to help run tables and games (guidance provided) – Sign Up Here!
Important Dates
Note: Dates are subject to change. The BEST way to stay updated is with our PTO Google Calendar – view and subscribe here!
- March 24: Green Hills Grille Sprit Night
- March 24-28: March MATHness
- March 25: Math Night with Mathnasium (at PPE)
- March 29: Spring Silent Auction and Party
- April 2-4: Wizard of Oz Performances
- April 4: Navigator Day
- April 13: Alumni Gathering
- April 13: Nashville Sounds Game Fundraiser
- April 14-May 2: TCAP Testing Window
- April 18: No School (Spring Holiday)
- April 25: Tiger Tennis Fundraiser
Field Trip Roundup!
- April 8-9: 1st Grade (Cheekwood)
- April 11: 4th Grade (Mammoth Cave)
- April 22: Kindergarten (Zoo)
Upcoming Community and Fundraiser Events
TICKET SALES CLOSE TUESDAY 3/25!
March 29: Spring Auction at Richland Country Club
Hot tip from Dr. Young on Beach Ball attire: heart glasses get extra style points! Party time is nearly here so be sure to get your ticket by Tuesday and figure out what you’re wearing! Also, bring your cold hard cash if you would like to have more than two drinks from the bar, as Richland is a CASH ONLY facility. Two drink tickets are included with each admission.
The LIVE Auction will be a highlight of the night with THREE incredible items: Principal for a Day, Slime Dr. Young, and a Whiskey House Nashville Tasting Experience, a rare opportunity for whiskey fans to experience a night at Whiskey House Nashville, home to the largest collection of open bottles in the country (5500 and growing!). Get your tiger paw ready to raise and win!
Our community has generously donated an incredible array of items and experiences to our Silent Auction that you won’t want to miss! There is truly something for everyone! All proceeds from the auctions will go directly to supporting critical school initiatives that continue to provide an outstanding education for our young tigers.
Silent Auction Highlight: Not-to-Miss Trips!
- Willamette Wine Retreat for up to 6 Guests
- Kentucky Bourbon Trail 3-night Getaway
- 3-Night Family Glamping Adventure in the Grand Canyon
Grade Level Artwork Update: The first round of pizza stones have made it out of the kiln and look GORGEOUS. The colors, textures, and personal touches of the students all come through in these beautiful pieces of art! They are truly special! More to come soon as the second and third rounds come out of the kiln today!
Huge thanks to our VIP Sponsors for helping make this the best Spring Auction Party:
- Pella Windows & Doors of Nashville
- East Coast Entertainment
- Green Hills Pediatric Dentistry
- Camel Express Car Wash
- K. McCarthy
- Villa Catrioti
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 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.
April 25: Tiger Tennis Social
SAVE THE DATE – TICKETS ON SALE SOON!
Get ready for a fantastic day on the courts at the 4th Annual Tiger Tennis Social! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting into the game, this event is all about enjoying great tennis, good company, and a lively social atmosphere.
Join us on Friday, April 25th at Seven Hills Swim & Tennis for an unforgettable day of play. The courts will be buzzing with friendly competition, engaging drills, and plenty of opportunities to sharpen your skills while having fun. With expert-led sessions and match play, it’s the perfect chance to challenge yourself, meet fellow tennis enthusiasts, and enjoy the sport in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
And of course, no tennis social is complete without delicious food, refreshing cocktails, and fantastic company. Enjoy a lunch from Greenery & Co., sip on drinks while mingling, browse the 40-Love tennis clothing pop-up show, and take part in an exciting raffle featuring amazing prizes from local favorites. Even if you’re not playing, you can still be part of the fun—grab a spectator pass, cheer on your friends, and soak in the lively atmosphere.
It’s going to be an incredible day filled with energy, laughter, and plenty of tennis action. Tickets go on sale soon!
SAVE THE DATE! Help us celebrate the end of the school year and the end of an era as we say goodbye to our current building and help Percy move to his new building! While the new building won’t be open to attendees except Percy on this day, we have so many fund things planned, including our 2nd Annual Tiger Dash! Join us for a moving ceremony, tiger dash around both buildings, time capsule burial, DJ Louie, treat trucks and MORE!
General Announcements
Dear PPE Community,
As we approach the Covenant School’s anniversary, we hold those families near to our hearts. We know the PPE and CS communities are intertwined, and some of us have strong friendships within the Covenant community. The reminder of loss can feel significant to us and our children. If your child(ren) would like to paint a stone in memory of someone with a Counselor, please send us a short note here: Kristin.Keiper@mnps.org. Your child can choose to take the stone home or leave it at school for placement in Hearts Garden next year. If your child would like a quiet space to talk or share memories, please know the PPE Counseling Team is here with love and support.
Sincerely,
This week we checked out the final library books of the school year. Starting this coming Monday, March 24th all library books are due.
Percy Priest Drama Club is proud to present The Wizard of Oz! We will be presenting the show on Friday, April 4th during the school day, however, if you’d like to come see the show, there are some opportunities during the week! Sign up here for tickets, or use the QR code on the flyer.
Watch this space for updates, FAQs, important information and more.
Update 3.21.25
Thank you to everyone who came out for the PTO meeting and building tour. We are so lucky to have this incredible new building and such an incredible community of teachers, staff, students, and parents.
FAQ 8: We are returning families but this building and back to school will be new to us. How do we learn more about what has changed for back to school? Whether you are a new family or returning for your 5th grade year – everyone will be “new” to Percy Priest and this new building this coming school year. School and PTO leadership are actively working on all the information you need to be prepared for day 1 (Aug 5). Keep an eye on the newsletter for all things back to school over summer!
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.
Fundraisers
Take the stress out of dinner Monday night! Join us for Green Hills Grille Spirit Night where 10% of all dine-in, takeout or delivery orders will be donated back to the PTO. Monday, March 24th from 4 pm-9 pm. No promo code needed!
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
New families – Be sure to sign up for our school newsletter, which includes grade-level information each week. Register today.
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