Newsletter - March 8, 2024

March 8, 2024

Polaris PTO News - March 8, 2024

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Goal Reached! You Rock!

As your PTO Fundraising Chair, it is with immense joy and a heart full of gratitude that I can announce that we have achieved our annual fundraising goal!

This achievement is much more than a numerical milestone; it represents the collective effort, dedication, and spirit of our incredible community. Your generosity has opened up a world of possibilities for our students and faculty. Because of your support, we can now fund important initiatives and resources that directly enhance the educational experience and environment for our children.

I would like to extend a special thank you to the tireless volunteers who organized our events, the local businesses that generously donated goods and services, and, of course, every family that contributed in any way. Your enthusiasm and commitment to our cause have been nothing short of inspiring.

Please accept my deepest thanks for your generosity, spirit, and dedication to Polaris Elementary. It is truly a very special place!

– Nina Capriotti (Polaris PTO Fundraising Chair)

Help Us Improve Our Fundraising Approach!

In our parent survey earlier this year, some parents felt that the timing of our fundraisers were too close together, especially given the timing of other classroom and school-wide events. As a follow up, we'd like to reorganize the timing to better work for parents and create more opportunities for community building. Take this quick 5-question survey to let us know your preferences!

Parent Volunteers DESPERATELY Needed for 4th Quarter Electives!

We are currently looking for parent volunteers to lead, assist, or sub classes for our upcoming 4th quarter.

Dates: Fridays 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17
Times: Session 1 is 1:35-2:20 p.m., Session 2 is 2:25-3:10 p.m.

ANY help is appreciated! Email polaris.electives@gmail.com to get more information and see where you can help out!

Calling Auction Committee Volunteers for the 2024-25 Auction Gala!

Did you have a blast at the 2023 Fall Auction?

Join the 2024-25 Auction Committee to ensure we can throw another amazing event for Polaris' biggest fundraiser of the year! Click here to view committee descriptions and sign up for a team, and reach out to PolarisPTOAuction@gmail.com if you have any questions.

We are still looking for two people to co-chair this important event – if this could be you, please reach out!

Spring Semester Grade-Level Parent Mixers

Seeking a host for the 2nd grade parent mixer pot luck! Date/time to be chosen by hosts. If you're willing to coordinate the event as host but don't have space in your house, we have a donated space that could be used. Reach out to Jaime at polarisPTOcommunity@gmail.com if interested! We will stop asking soon if there is no interest.

1st Grade Parents - Make Sure to RSVP!

Friday, April 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Cho/Abbott home
RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/Nqjozwmp2araU54z6

4th Grade Parents - Make Sure to RSVP!

Thursday, May 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Casanova/Stenmark home
RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/LChv38BzjwyErMjz8

5th Grade Parents - Stay Tuned!

The host for this event is deciding on a date... more information to come!

Stay & Play Fridays!

Stay and play on the playground every Friday afternoon! This is a great time to socialize with other parents while the kids run off some energy.

*Parent supervision required, you must pick up your student and then proceed to the playground.

The deadline for purchasing a yearbook is April 24th! Here's the link to the TreeRing site (passcode:101672853450376) where you can complete the following:

Purchase your student's hard or soft cover yearbook, a portion of which will go to fund important programs at Polaris.
We also need your photos! On TreeRing, you can upload photos from school events. Find the folder where it makes sense and upload!
Purchase a Recognition Ad, which will be included in EVERY yearbook. Recognitions don't have to be just for your student, feel free to buy a dedication for your favorite teacher, admin, or staff member! 100% of these sales go to PTO-funded activities, paras and the electives program. You can buy an ⅛ of a page for $20, ¼ of a page for $40 and ½ of a page for $60.
You can also complete the complementary two-page spread, which will be exclusive to your students yearbook.
Fifth Grade Parents! - Yearbook currently has 30 baby photos. Please upload a baby picture of your student by March 22 or they will not be included in the "Guess that Baby" page.

Questions? Contact: polarisstarsyearbook@gmail.com.

Get Your Polaris Hoodie Today!

Everyone's favorite hoodie is now available in navy! This hoodie is super soft and perfect for layering over your Polaris t-shirts. Purchase yours today and show your school spirit! Order here!