Thursday, October 1, 2015

Jog-a-thon Volunteer Sign-ups


Calling all the amazing Englewood volunteers!
You can sign up for a shift (or many shifts) for the Jog-a-thon on Helpcounter, https://www.helpcounterweb.com/ci/signup/12f090fab9c
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Wednesday, September 30, 2015

September PTC Meeting Minutes


September Parent-Teacher Club Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2015
6:00-7:00 pm
Meeting Minutes

PTC Executive Board Members:  Mary Hanson (Co-Vice President), Bethany Watchler (Co-Vice President), Jodi Blackman (Treasurer), Michelle Lewis (Co-Treasurer), Connie Dewey (Secretary), Jamie Ramsey-Dreher (Volunteer Coordinator), and Gary Etchemendy (Principal)



Welcome/Introductions               By:  Connie Dewey
·         Meeting called to order at 6:00 pm.
·         Introductions were made by all attendees and Board members

Teacher Report                                 By:  3rd Grade Team (Mrs. McAllister, Mrs. Brannin, and Mr. Manning)
·         Modern Biographies – All third grade students are reading Biography books 

What Was Ellis Island?Who Were the Wright Brothers? (Who Was...?)
·         
$500 from the PTC School Support Budget will be given to the 3rd Grade Team for the purchase of more books. 

Principal Report                               By: Gary Etchemendy
·         Developmental Assets – Discussed what Developmental Assets are, how they benefit our children, and how they are being utilized/taught at Englewood.  Developmental Assets are building blocks of healthy development.  These help young people grow up healthy, caring, and responsible.  Mr. Kanne worked with Mr. Ross to put together monthly themes for students.  Examples of Developmental Assets are active listening, asking different questions, encouraging friends in a variety of settings. 
·         Mr. Etchemenday also left suggestion cards on the tables for parents to list anything that they would like to see presented during the monthly PTC meetings.


Treasurer Report                             By:  Jodi Blackman
·         2015/2016 Budget – Once all of the income/expenditures were received over the summer, it was determined that there was a -$2000 difference from what was approved last spring.  The adjustment was made in the 2015/2016 budget by reducing the student enrichment budget.  Approval of the new budget was 1st motioned by Michelle Lewis with a 2nd motion by Connie Dewey.  The new 2015/2016 budget was approved with all in attendance in favor.


JOG A Thon
·         T-Shirt sponsor update – Michelle Lewis has raised $2150 in T-Shirt Sponsors.  The following sponsors are:  
   $500 Level 
Hope Orthopedic
Willamette Valley Music Co

$250 Level 
Childhood Health Associates
HiLine Homes-
Spinnaker Dentistry

$100 Level
R&R Tree Service 
Norpac
Castilla Orthodontics 
Cherry City Metals
AJ Medical Transportation 
      
·         Mrs. McAllister will have each class put together a Thank you for our Sponsors.
·         Event day – 10/8

Book Fair
·         Book fair is currently only scheduled to be open before school and during lunch.  If more volunteers are available to cover more shift, the book fair may be open at other times.  Meagan Sanford offered to volunteer for the bookfair for one evening.
·         Book Fair dates - Thursday 11/12-11/18; Grandparent Lunch - Friday 11/13

New Business
·         A request was made for 2 additional 1st grade IPADS (one for each class).  IPADs were purchased last year for the 1st grade classes, however the class sizes were bigger than expected.  These will cost approximately $500 each. 
·         PTC is looking for a new Board President.  Amy Sargent was voted in as the Board President lat spring, however she accepted a position with Englewood and is no longer eligible to remain on the Board. 
·         Englewood will be getting a Community Garden this year.  Jodi Blackman and the school will be working with SKEF on the Garden.  The SKEF after school program will be able to maintain the Garden throughout the school year, however community volunteers will need to maintain the garden over the summer.
·         The BoxTops competition has begun and ends October 9th.  Last year, box tops brought in over $800 for Englewood. 


Adjournment By:  Connie Dewey

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Annual Pancake Breakfast this Saturday!


Englewood is holding our annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Each year we look to our community to lend their support. This is always our first community event of the year and we could not do it without the generosity of families like yours. All proceeds from the event will be used to support Englewood School. Please bring donations into the office by Friday afternoon.Thank you for your support!

Friday, September 18, 2015

The Annual Pancake Breakfast is Coming!


Still Looking for Volunteers:
You can sign up on the Englewood volunteer site HelpCounter,

Pancake Breakfast Donation List
You can sign up on the Englewood volunteer site HelpCounter,
  • Pancake Mix – Need 6 Large packages
  • Margarine/Tub Butter  – Need 2 Large packages
  • Syrup – Need 8-10 bottles
  • Fresh Fruit – Strawberries, Peaches, Blueberries, bananas
  • Powdered Sugar – Need 3 packages
  • Brown Sugar – Need 3 packages
  • Peanut Butter– Need 3-4 containers
  • Chocolate Chips– Need 6-8 packages
  • Whip Cream – Need 10-12 canisters
  • Plates – Need 400
  • Cups – Need 400
  • Napkins – Need 400
  • Plastic Knives – Need 400
  • Plastic Forks – Need 400
  • Plastic Spoons – Need 400


Saturday, August 29, 2015

Class Supply Lists

KINDERGARTEN

1        container Clorox wipes
2        boxes of 24 stick Crayola crayons (no larger please)
1        box colored pencils
4        glue sticks
1        package of Crayola markers
10      #2 Dixon Ticonderoga pencils
1        box of facial tissue
1        book bag or backpack
1        pre-packaged snack for 25+ children (to start us out)
1        box Ziploc sandwich bags
1        box Ziploc gallon size bags
1        container of play dough

First 
These supplies are communal. Please do not write names.

3        boxes of 24 stick Crayola crayons (no larger please)
1        box of 24 #2 Dixon Ticonderoga pencils
1        pair of fiskars scissors
1        regular sized backpack
1        box facial tissues
24      glue sticks
1        Pink Pearl eraser
1        box Ziploc bags (gallon size)

Second 

1        container baby wipes
1        large box facial tissue
2        boxes of 24 stick crayons
24      yellow pencils #2 (pre-sharpened)
1        package pink pearl erasers
1        pack of glue sticks (10-12 per pack)
1        backpack
1        box Ziploc bags (quart, sandwich or gallon size)
1        spiral notebook (wide ruled)
1        pencil box or zippered pouch
1        box of healthy snacks each month
Room 7 only:
1        3 ring binder (1/2” or 1”)
Room 8 only:

  1. liquid soap bottle

    Third-Fourth 

    1        box of colored pencils
    1        box of 24 Crayola crayons
    1        box facial tissue
    1        pair of scissors
    1        box of baby wipes (unscented)
    1        box of Ziploc bags (quart size)
    1        book bag or backpack
    1        package white computer paper
    80      Ticonderoga  #2 pencils
    4        packages wide rule notebook paper (3rd grade – only 2)
    3        Composition books
    5 x 8 pencil box (not a pencil bag)
    1        Pencil sharpener
    4        Pink Pearl erasers
    1        Ruler, 12” and 30 cm, 1/16 & 1mm gradations
    1        black Sharpie
    2        rolls 1” wide clear tape

    Fifth

    1        box of colored pencils
    1        box of 24 Crayola crayons
    1        box facial tissue
    1        pair of scissors
    1        box of baby wipes (unscented)
    1        box of Ziploc bags (quart size)
    1        book bag or backpack
    1        package white computer paper
    80      Ticonderoga  #2 pencils
    4        packages wide rule notebook paper
    2        Composition books
    2        spiral notebooks (not 3 or 5 subject)
    1        Pencil sharpener
    4        Pink Pearl erasers
    1        Ruler, 12” and 30 cm, 1/16 & 1mm gradations
    2        rolls 1” wide clear tape

Sunday, July 5, 2015

Summer Library Program and 1st PTC Meeting



1st PTC Meeting of the 2015/16 School Year!


The first PTC meeting for the 2015/16 school year is Thursday, September 17th @ 6:00pm in Englewood's Library! Everyone is welcome to attend, including incoming kindergartner parents. We have lots of great things going on in September and October and we would love your help with them. We have a fantastic Board this year, which were voted in last spring!! We have one vacancy on the PTC board. If you are interested please contact us; volunteeratenglewood@gmail.com. We would love to have you on our team!!
PTC meetings are a great place to be involved, voice your opinion and make a difference! Hope you can join us!!

Free Childcare is provided for kids, in Englewood’s Cafeteria!









Thursday, April 9, 2015

Get Involved!

April Parent Teacher Club meeting tonight at 6:00 pm in the library.
Childcare provided.
Only 2 meetings left this year. 
Looking for volunteers for the 2015-16 PTC Executive Board. Email us at volunteeratenglewood@gmail.com if you want to get involved!


Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Parent Teacher Club Meeting Minutes

March Parent-Teacher Club Meeting

Thursday, March 12, 2015
6:00-7:00pm
Meeting Minutes

PTC Executive Board Members:  Amy Sargent (President), Connie Dewey (Co-Vice President), Bethany Watchler (Co-Vice President), Jodi Blackman (Treasurer), Mary Hanson (Secretary), Michelle Lewis (Co-Volunteer Coordinator), Chelsea Davis (Co-Volunteer Coordinator), Gary Etchemendy (Principal)I.




Welcome/Introductions  By:  Amy Sargent
·         Amy called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
·         Introductions around the room were made; everyone said their name and what grade their student(s) are in.
Reports 
Teacher Report By:  Mrs. Martin-Baker and students
4th Grade Math Standards and Curriculum
Treasurer Report By:  Jodi Blackman
·         Budget
o   February – Income
o   N/A                                                $0
·         February - Expenses
o   School Support         $ 50.00 *Teacher Bucks
o   Total                                              $ 50.00
New Business 
Technology Budget Approval By:  Jodi Blackman
·         Englewood Technology Budget and Spending
·         Budget:                $12,000                 2014-15
·         Budget:                $10,000                 2013-14
·         Actual:                  $2,462                   2014-15
·         Proposed:           $25,502
·         Difference:         $9,538
·         Difference:         $15,502
o   We can justify the difference in spending the extra $15,502 in 14-15 because of the $9,538 that was left from 13-14.  This $9,538 was absorbed into the carryover of $39,594 that we started 2014-15 with.
o   In order to fully fund the technology needed we would need to pull $15,502 from the reserves. 
o   This additional $5,502, above and beyond our $10,000 reserve amount would be no problem due to the fact that year-to-date we are already $15,973 ahead of budgeted income, without Family Fun Night.  We are also $26,000 below in expenses with only 4 months left of the year.
o   Items purchased from technology budget in 2013-14/2014-15 include:
§  2 Smart Boards
§  35 Chrome Books and Software
§  1 cart for Chrome Books
§  33 iPad Mini’s
§  Licenses for all
§  Cases for all
·         Total spent on Technology for 2013-14/2014-15    $27,964
·         1st Motion to Approve:  Michelle Lewis
·         2nd Motion to Approve: Samuel Pino
·         All in favor
·         None opposed
Family Enrichment Night By:  Jodi Blackman
·         SKEF mobile Ag Fest
2014-15 Yearbooks  By:  Amy Sargent
·         Please send pictures to photos4eagles@gmail.com by 4/1/15
·         Deadline for ordering is 4/10/15
2015-16 PTC Board and Budget By:  Amy Sargent
·         Proposed Budget and Board Nominations to be presented at April meeting
·         Please let us know if you are interested in being part of next year’s board!
Upcoming  Events
Box Tops Classroom Competition
·         March 16- April 17By:  Mary Hanson
Spring Book Fair By:  Amy Sargent
·         Monday 4/6 – Friday 4/10
·         Family Lunch - Friday, 4/10
·         Volunteers needed on 4/10 for setup and lunch ticket sales
Family Fun Night By:  Mary Hanson/Bethany Wachtler
·         Event will be Friday, May 1, 2015
·         Looking for volunteers to help plan and coordinate the event
·         Next Planning Meeting: Tuesday, 3/17, 5:30 pm – All are welcome!


Adjournment By:  Amy Sargent




Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Classroom “Theme Basket” Auction

The Family Fun Night and Silent Auction this year will feature Themed Baskets filled with contributions from students and families of Englewood. The money raised will help pay for PTC funded events and supplies; Field trips, classroom enrichment, technology, after school family nights, art, and other supplies not allocated by the district.

The auction will take place at the Family Fun Night, Friday, May 1st.         

The baskets need items in all price ranges – it’s up to you what you can and want to donate. Gift cards are always a good idea! You don’t necessarily have to buy something – a recipe or perhaps “recycled items” for art supplies work too. You could also partner with other parents to purchase a larger item. Talk to your child’s teacher if you’re interested in helping to purchase the basket (or theme-related container) for your grade’s basket. Or maybe ask a local business to donate something that fits. Be creative! 

Donations are due to your child’s class by Friday, April 24th. We can’t wait to see all the great things you and your kids come up with! 

Questions? Please contact Mary Hanson at volunteeratenglewood@gmail.com


Pagett AM & PM
Classroom “Theme Basket” Auction
Sports Anyone?

Sports Anyone? Ideas for Donations
Sports balls, mouth guard, water bottles, jump rope, sports team shirts/jerseys, tickets to sporting events, duffle/sport bags, baseball gear (bat, ball, helmet, cap, mitt, facemask, bases, tee for t-ball, etc.), goggles, swim cap, kickboard, football tee, sports drinks, skin guards, gift card for sporting goods/fast food/classes & activities (martial arts, YMCA, sport camps, etc.).


Ames & Gibbons
Classroom “Theme Basket” Auction
The Great Outdoors

Great Outdoors Ideas for Donations
Camp chairs, fishing gear, water bottles, bug spray, backpack, tent, badminton, outdoor thermometer, local parks maps, trail mix, ponchos, flashlights, mess kit, compass, starter sticks (for campfire), stuff for s'mores, marshmallow roasting sticks, cooler, canteen, lantern, batteries, bug catcher/house, book about birds/outdoors/camping/hiking, binoculars, gift card to outdoor/sports store.





Lutz and Kuenzi
Classroom “Theme Basket” Auction
Backyard Chef

Backyard Chef Ideas for Donations
Long-handled tongs, grill tools, grill scrubber, skewers, wood chips, charcoal, apron, lighter fluid, aim 'n flame, apron, chef hat, oven mitts, meat rubs, seasonings, sauces, marinades, grill basket, corn-cob holders, marshmallow forks, picnic basket, table cloth, paper plates, napkins, plastic utensils, plastic cups, platter, plastic wine glasses, citronella candles, grocery store gift card.



Manning, McAllister, & Brannon
Classroom “Theme Basket” Auction
Spring Gardening

Spring Gardening Ideas for Donations
Garden tools, gift certificate for Massage, gift certificate for Nursery, garden gloves, gardening hat, gardening apron, flamingo lawn art, butterfly friendly plants, garden pad, seeds, pots, sunscreen, hand lotion, hand soap.



Martin-Baker, McQueen, & Schelhaas
Classroom “Theme Basket” Auction
Artists’ Supplies

Artist Supplies Ideas for Donations
Fabric paints and cloth items to decorate, colored pens/pencils, artist chalk, paint, paint brushes, stencils, beads, foam shapes, stickers, paper, aprons/smocks, pipe cleaners, glitter, glue, finger-paints & paper, birdhouse/treasure chest/etc. kit, iron-on paper, shrinky-dinks, contact paper, how-to books, sketch book, loop loom, rock polishing, spin art, color- or paint-by-numbers, gift card to craft store, frames, canvas, easel.





Birkel and Kenton    
Classroom “Theme Basket” Auction
A Day in the Sun

A Day in the Sun Ideas for Donations
Frisbee, sunscreen, flip flops, sunglasses, hat, visor, beach towels, bubbles, sprinkler, hula hoop, balls, RC car, kiddie pool, water toys, swim goggles, beach balls, shovel and pail, sand toys, hopping balls, kite, jump rope, badminton, tether ball, bike helmets/pads, bike accessories, reflective tape, pedometer, gift card to department store or restaurant.