Sagebrush PTCO Updates
August 27, 2025
Sagebrush PTCO Updates August 27, 2025
Dear Sagebrush Families,
Thanks for checking out our second PTCO newsletter for this year. We on the PTCO board intend to make this a meaningful place to get important information about things happening at our school. So above all else, if you find that this isn’t living up to that expectation, please let us know how we can make it better.
On that note, we are only merely parents of students at our school. And we have a similar goal in common. That is to help our kids have the best experience possible while attending Sagebrush. I firmly believe that everyone has something positive to contribute to this process. I also know that we all have very busy schedules, and it makes it hard to know when and how much you may be able to help. Any amount of time is valued to both the PTCO board and to the administration of the school. If all you could do is a few minutes in suggesting something that could be done better all the way to serving on our PTCO board. And anything in between. The quality that we serve our children is directly correlated with parent participation, we do better as a community than as individuals. If you have any questions, please reach out to us or the school and someone will be happy to give you guidance on any ideas that you have.
We had a great bingo night last Friday. This is only our second one that we have done, the first being late last year. And we are certainly getting better at it each time. It looked like the kids had a lot of fun both keeping track of the numbers being called and dobbing the paper on the tables.
Our next fundraiser is starting next week which we have been doing for many years, the “Run 4 Funds.” This has been our keystone fundraiser, and it helps fund all the field trips that the students from all grades go on each year. And because of the generous support of the parents, no individual child must pay for going on a field trip. Which means that no one is left behind. From the board meeting, it became clear that the email initially sent out might not have been as clear as we would have hoped. Mainly that buying a shirt is not for your child, those will be provided on the run day. The option of buying a shirt is for you, the parent, so that you can also have a shirt for run day to help support your child and the school.
Thanks for your support and I look forward to seeing many of you at pickups, drop offs, and at school events.
Warmly,
Sam Grondorf Co-President
The Sagebrush PTCO
Board Member Spotlight
Highlighting the amazing volunteers who make our PTCO great!
Name: Jess Roeckel
Position: Co-Secretary
Years on the Board: 2
Children’s Grade(s): 2nd & 3rd Grade
💬 Why I Joined the PTCO? I wanted to better understand what was happening in the school on a daily basis and meet the other members of the PTCO. After my first meeting I kept coming back and eventually joined the board because I realized how important the PTCO is to the school and I wanted to be a part of both the fundraising efforts and deciding how the money is spent.
✨ My Favorite Part of Serving on the Board
I always enjoy the principals report. Hearing the latest updates from Mr. Powell has given me so much more insight to the school. I also deeply value the connections and relationships I’ve made with the other parents and staff members. Being on the PTCO has made the school feel like a community for me and my family.
What is a favorite memory or highlight from your time volunteering?
I always enjoy volunteering at the auction.
🎉 Fun Facts About Me
Share a fun fact that might not know about you
I was born and raised in Boulder and studied abroad in Spain.
Favorites:
📚Book: Anything by Taylor Jenkins Reid
☕Coffee or Tea: Coffee
Morning person or night owl: Morning person
Superpower I’d Choose:
Teleporting! It would be amazing to be somewhere else in an instant.
🌟 Looking Ahead
What are you most excited about this school year?
I’m looking forward to seeing how the PTCO can continue to improve on our fundraising ideas.
Goals, ideas, or events you’d like to bring to PTCO:
A big goal of ours last year was to start bingo night and we were able to run it one time at the end of last school year. I’m hoping we can run more this year and increase attendance!
What would you say to families to encourage more involvement?
The PTCO is critical to the school. This organization has provided the funding for field trips, art supplies, kindergarten chairs, drama club performances, etc. It impacts EVERY student. The organization cannot exist without parent volunteers. Being a part of the PTCO in any way is such a rewarding experience as it allows you to know what’s happening in your kids school and gives you the opportunity to have influence over what happens inside its walls. The school and thereby the students depend on this organization. Anything you can do to participate in the PTCO is very much appreciated and valued. You don’t have to join the board to make a difference.
WHAT IS PTCO?
Welcome TO OUR NEW LINKTREE
Welcome to our PTCO Linktree!
Here you'll find all the important links in one convenient place—from our PTCO website and Facebook page to staff favorites, school lunch menus, attendance info, and more. Stay connected and in the know with everything happening at our school!
Scan the QR code below or follow this link: https://linktr.ee/sagebrushptco
Picture Day Volunteers
School Year Committee Sign-up
Join a Committee – Get Involved, Have Fun!
We’re excited to kick off another great year, and we need YOUR help to make it happen! Committee signups are now open for events like the Spring Dance, Teacher Appreciation, Fun Run, Picture Taking, and more. These roles are a great way to support our school and connect with other parents—without a huge time commitment. Many hands make light work, and even a small contribution can make a big difference!
Interested in helping out? Sign up today and be part of the fun!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B48ABA62EA31-57212342-20252026#/
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
PTCO MYTH BUSTING
Financials
2025-2026 Proposed Operating Budget
2025-2026 Bingo Proposed Operating Budget
UPCOMING EVENTS
Event Information
Have questions for the Principal, or want to learn more about what is happening at Sagebrush?
Come join Mr. Powell in the school library to chat and ask general questions. It is a great way to meet other parents, and, of course there will be coffee and donuts!
FUN RUN
SAGEBRUSH ELEMENTARY 2025
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS
WHAT IS THE RUN4FUNDS?
An exciting fundraiser that will help our school raise money to fund important educational resources.
FUN FACTS
All students will run as many laps as possible around a 1/16th
mile track on Run Day (with their grade level). Students (with parent help) will ask for donations from family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc. You’ll use our personalized school website for online donation requests, donation collections, and tracking. Earn individual, class and school prizes, all while raising money for our school!
IMPORTANT DATES TO KNOW
Assembly & Fundraiser Kick-Off: Tuesday, September 2nd
Email Campaign Due by 5pm: Friday, September 5th Early Bird & Charm Day #1 Donations Due : Monday, September 8th Run Day & Charm Day #1: Tuesday, September 9th All Donations Due: Tuesday, September 16th Prize Day & Charm Day #2: Tuesday, September 30th
Most Students will run between 20-35 laps on Run Day Our goal is to raise $12,000 for the school!
Event Information
Even if you cannot attend for the full meeting, we would love to have you stop by, even to introduce yourself!
We are working on Virtual meetings, so stay tuned for that!
Staff Favorite Things
Looking for a way to treat your child’s teacher or a favorite staff member? Check out our “Staff Favorite Things” list! Teachers and staff have shared some of their favorite items and wish-list ideas to help guide parents who want to show their appreciation. If your child’s teacher isn’t listed yet, feel free to reach out to the PTCO at sagebrushptco@gmail.com for more info.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CIUr4DG363neoCiruVi8YXzxZj51HwUB
ONGOING FUNDRAISERS
King Sooper Rewards & Box Tops for Education
Did you know that there are two easy ways to support Sagebrush that is as easy as buying groceries?
King Soopers community rewards gives Sagebrush families that sign up, a portion of every purchase you make at King Soopers. All you have to do is go to kingsoopers.com create or log in to your account, and go to community rewards and select Sagebrush PTCO as the beneficiary. That's It!
Box Tops for Education is another easy way to support Sagebrush. You just need to buy items that have the Box Tops logo on them and then upload your receipt to your Box Tops account. See the graphic below on how to sign up and upload your receipts.
It's time to think about spiritwear for the new school year! starting August 4th, all merchandise will be 25% off!
Sale Details:
- Sale Dates: 8/4/2025 - 9/9/2025
- 25% off all merchandise
- Free shipping on orders over $100
- Use code SCHOOL25 at checkout
Click here to order: https://1stplace.sale/15678
Order your Yearbook!
It is never too early to start thinking about getting your student's yearbook ordered! Each student who orders a yearbook can customize 2 pages for Free!
Yearbook orders start July 31st.
If you have previously ordered a yearbook for your child, go to www.treering.com and log into your account. (you may also go to the website below and just click "log into my account"
To order go to: https://web.treering.com/create-account/1015590686382994?PassCode=1015590686382994
MEETING MINUTES MAY 2025
August 2025 PTCO Meeting Minutes
Sagebrush PTCO August 21st Meeting MINUTES:
August 21st, 2025
Meeting Start: 6:30PM
Welcome: Call to order Sam 6:30 PM
Introductions
Name, Kid(s), and something you did last summer.
Sam- President
Holly- President
Theresa- vice president
Haley- Vice President
Meaghan- Treasurer
Chris Powell- Principal
Jess- Co Secretary
Laura- 1st and 2nd grade
Analine- 2nd grader
Principal Report
322 kids (303 not including preschool)
Theme for the year is Believe: research shows that some of the biggest indicators for kids success is centered around teachers and kids' beliefs in their ability. Focusing on assets to increase belief
First fire drill on the 20th- successful. Required to do it every month, one has to be within the first 10 days of school
STAR testing began this week 3-5 (reading and math)-coming out to parents via powerschool mid sept. First indicator of the year for achievement and groups will be planned based on results Grades K-2 start next week. Computerized adaptive test
Strategic success plan: Literacy goal: score proficient or above in CMAS from 25.6 to 41%/K-2 will increase from 35%-48% , whole well being goal: belonging- screener in fall and spring asking if kids have a trusted adult at school and feel they belong/new at sagebrush lunch bunch to increase belonging for new kids, Discipline Goal:discipline referrals should be reflective of population (14% black, 28% hispanic etc., gender, SPED, G&T) Action steps: utilizing social emotional tech and behavior tech. School wide goal for staff is around reading goals based on STAR reading and CMAS (3-5)/ Star K-2)
New decals on windows
Teacher’s Moment (if present)- None Present
Bingo Committee Report
Bingo Night Updates
Current Balance: $105
PIzza (5 donated, $7.99 for a large): 10
$200
Reimbursement for expenses
Handling the cash drawer
Officer Reports
Treasurer Report
Budget for 2025-2026
Carrying over $15K from last year
Should have approximately $35576 for the year
$16K for school grants (used to fund a para to supervise lunch and recess)
$1K classroom/specials
$12K for hospitality (for school staff)
$12K operating costs
$1540 Ameritowne
$200 CMAS prizes
$800 field day inflatable.
Insurance
Presidents Report
Holly
Grant Requests
4th grade: Inhouse field trip with Golden History Museum $270 (game that shows the impact of agriculture/mining/rivers had an impact on the state)
4th grade: Colorado Hx Museum $137.50 (cost of buses, the museum is free)
4th grade: Class T shirts $600
Run4Funds
All grades will get shirts in different colors
PTCO Newsletter
Sam will do intro
Decisions made over the summer and via text message
BINGO night expenses
Dates for next year
Spirit Nights
Sam
Magnets
Magnets ready tomorrow
SOS Nights
All scheduled except for April
December 18- LAVA Island? Therese will talk to them.
Parents Council Training
Coming up for Treasurer and Meaghan will go
Old Business
Badges for Board Members
Ms. Montano- Does she have a pin maker? Can she help us make them?
New Business
Texas Roadhouse has a fundraising opportunity in selling gift cards.
Multi-Cultural Night
Open to the floor
How to get more people at the PTCO Meeting?
Door Prize
Interpreter
Issues with safety
Kid burnt their hand on the monkey bars
Concerns around safety of kids in the heat during recess. District rule is colder than 20 degrees (including wind chill) is indoor recess. No rule for high heat but allow kids to bring their water
If there is a lockdown alerts will come from Sagebrush if it’s school specific and from the district if it is district wide. (ex: delayed dismissal due to lightening)
New Marquee in Color next month.
Most clubs will start the week of or after labor day:
Destination Imagination (Thursdays and Mondays starting Jan)
Math Challenge- Ms Eckert
Drama Club-
Girls on the Run
Battle of the Books
Intramurals
Art club
Vocabulary Club for Second language learners
All teacher meetings are on Wednesdays which has opened space for clubs.
Close Meeting 8:00 PM
Next meeting is Sept 11 (also picture day)