KERR PTA Newsletter Issue 5
October 8, 2026
Fall Fest
Join us for Fall Fest with our Trail o' Treat on Friday October 23rd at 6pm! Doors open at 5:30pm for early access to the Book Fair and Coach Yost's Monster Mash Halloween Dance to wrap up the evening. See the schedule for more details.
Many helping hands are needed to make it success. Sign up to volunteer here!
Fall Book Fair is Coming!!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! This can’t-miss event gets kids excited about reading and earns funds for our school. SAVE THE DATE for October 26th - 30th! We will also be open for in-person shopping during Fall Family Night on October 23rd from 5:30PM-7:00PM.
Can't wait?! No problem! Shop online NOW. All book purchases over $35 ship free and every purchase earns funds for our school!
Shop cashless at Book Fair by setting up an eWallet for your student!
Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Make shopping faster for your student during the morning rush, lunch, and at any event by setting up their eWallet today!
Start here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/kerrelementaryschool7. #ScholasticBookFairs
Breakfast with Someone Grand
Join us for a morning filled with yummy breakfast treats, smiles, and special memories with someone who makes your child’s world a little brighter. 🥰
📅 October 26th
⏰ 7:45 AM
📍 Kerr Elementary
RSVP is required! Guests must RSVP on this link.
We can’t wait to celebrate family, food and Kerr! 💙💛
Comet Cleanup Crew
Kerr PTA has partnered with the City of Allen's Keep Allen Beautiful program to adopt Glendover Drive! Join Comet Cleanup Crew on Tuesday, November 10 from 3-4pm for our second cleanup to pickup trash to help keep our neighborhood beautiful! RSVP HERE
PTA Reflections 2026
PTA Reflections is a nationally acclaimed student recognition program to encourage artistic creativity in the classroom and at home.
This year's Art Reflections theme is "What My Culture Means To Me". Students can take this fun opportunity to express this theme through art, photography, poetry, dance, and more! The student winner could go all the way to the National competition!
Download the entry form here. Please note that the student or at least one person from their primary household must be a current member of the Local PTA where the student is participating.
RSVP - PTA Membership Meeting 11/3/26
Spelling Bee
✍🏻🐝 Written Spelling Bee: November 3
🎤🐝 Oral Spelling Bee: December 1
Culture Share - Volunteers Needed!
Kerr PTA is so excited to be hosting our Culture Share again this year on Thursday, November 5th from 6pm-8pm!
We need YOU to help us make Culture Share a success! There are only a few weeks left until it's time for this great event. We have plenty of sign up opportunities available and would love to have you participate! Visit our Culture Share page to volunteer!
Kerr Comet Yard Signs Available
It really is the flex you think it is. Purchase your Kerr yard sign.
Bike Safety
Thank you for helping Kerr have a great and safe Walk & Roll to School Day this week! Students that demonstrated bike/scooter safety were awarded a house point ticket. Way to go, Comets! 👏
By simply joining the PTA, you are advocating on behalf of all children (including your own)! No additional time commitment is required! Additionally, every membership purchased provides instant financial support for our students! It's also a great way to stay informed about what's happening at school and connect in meaningful ways with other parents.
Watch D.O.G.S. Sign-Up
Calling all father & father figures! Watch D.O.G.S. sign-ups are officially open for the 26-27 school year!
1. Register & submit a volunteer application through Allen ISD.
2. Visit the sign-up link to schedule a volunteer day with your student.
Questions? Contact watchdogs@kerrcometspta.org
Volunteering at Kerr
Volunteering is truly a work of heart and seeing how much it means to the children and teachers, makes it all worth it. If you would like to find out more information on becoming a volunteer, please submit your interest. We are looking forward to a great school year and are excited to have you help out our Kerr community!
We have MANY volunteer opportunities available throughout the year. Be sure to check our website and follow us on social media (Facebook and Instagram) so you don't miss out on anything!
All volunteers must have an approved AISD background check.
🎉 Kerr PTA Volunteer Bingo 🎉
Want to get involved and have a little fun while you’re at it? Complete **5 volunteer activities in a row** on your bingo card to be entered into our end-of-year drawing!
You must actually **volunteer** at the event—not just attend. Once you get 5 in a row, email vpvolunteers@kerrcometspta.org with the events you volunteered at so we can verify your participation through SignUpGenius and get you entered!
Did you know that each grade level has their own Facebook group? Connect with other families in your child's grade! You can share field trip photos, ask questions, and even meet your child's bestie's parents.
Please note: These Facebook groups are run by some wonderful Kerr parents and are not sponsored by PTA. However, we love to foster connection between our Kerr families and hope this helps those that would like to join!
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