PTO Newsletter 3/2

• March Restaurant Night at Spin! Pizza - 3/4
• VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Bingo for Books - 3/6 | Sign Up Now

• OTE Spirit Wear Store Closes Soon | Shop Now
• 5th Grade Graduation Yard Signs & Window Clings | Shop Now
• CO-CHAIRS NEEDED! Cultural Night - 4/17 | Learn More
  
• SAVE THE DATE! Trivia Night - 4/11

Join us for March Restaurant Night at Spin! Pizza on Wednesday, March 4! Dine in or order online, and 20% of sales will go back to the OTE PTO!

Here are the details:

Wednesday, March 4

4pm - 8pm

Spin! Pizza

6501 W 135th Street, Ste F5

How It Works:

• In-store: Mention OTE fundraiser at checkout
• Online: Use code GIVEBACK at checkout

Bingo for Books is coming up this Friday, March 6th and we need parent volunteers to help make this a fun and memorable event! Volunteer opportunities are available for set-up, tear down, and during-event activities (facilitating bingo, popcorn machine, etc).

Ready to sign up? Click below to log in and complete the volunteer form!

The OTE Spirit Wear Shop is now open! Shop t-shirts and sweatshirts to show your Cougar spirit - a portion of all sales go to support the OTE PTO.

Don't miss out, the shop closes March 8th!

Attention 5th grade families! Commemorate your student's OTE graduation with a 2026 graduation sign and/or window cling. The shop closes 3/13 - click below to order!

Cultural Night is coming up on Friday, April 17 and we're looking for co-chairs to help plan to event!

Join us to celebrate the rich diversity of our community! This family-friendly event will be an evening filled with music, dance, art, and traditions from around the world. Stroll through colorful cultural displays, savor delicious foods, and enjoy captivating performances that bring global cultures to life.

To sign up to host a table or perform, visit the link below.

Interested in being a co-chair to help plan Cultural Night? Email info@otepto.org to get connected!

Save the date for OTE's Trivia Night on Saturday, April 11! We will share more details and event sign-up information as it becomes available.

• PB Cups: 16
• Oatmeal: 422
• Chex Mix: 20
• Beef Jerky: 56
• Probiotic Yoggies: 15
• Ravioli: 11
• Soup: 8
• Tuna: 17
• Canned Chicken: 6 cans, 4 packets
• Pudding: 72
• Mac & Cheese: 82
• Yogurt: 20
• CheezIts: 152
• Fruit Cups: 145
• PB Crackers: 122

Have OTE memories to share? Class parties, field trips, team events - we want them all for the yearbook!

Uploading is quick and easy!

1.) Visit otepto.org/upload

2.) Choose an album and add your photos

3.) That's it! We'll handle the rest!

Earn cash for OTE by collecting box tops! For over 25 years, Box Tops for Education has given families an easy way to earn for schools with products they already buy. Today, you can find hundreds of participating products throughout the store - and all you need is the Box Tops app.

Help us make classroom celebrations and staff appreciation events extra special this year! Your donation to the Classroom Fund supports:

• Three PTO-sponsored classroom celebrations (Halloween, Winter, Valentine’s)

• American Education Week recognition

• Teacher Appreciation Week festivities

  
  

All donations are collected by grade level to ensure consistency and equity across classrooms. If a grade does not meet its budgeted goal, the PTO will subsidize the difference so that every student receives the same experience.

✨ Please note: These funds will not be used for teacher birthday or holiday gifts.

Thank you for your generosity and support in making Overland Trail Elementary a joyful and inclusive place for all students and staff!

Parents and staff are welcome to join the PTO Board at their monthly Board meetings. The PTO discusses upcoming events, budgetary spending and income, and connects with school administration. Meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. at OTE unless otherwise specified.

Next PTO Board Meeting:

• PTO Website
• PTO Calendar
• Student/Family Directory
• Support a Cougar
• Staff Favorites
• What’s App
• Upload Yearbook Pictures
• Spirit Wear