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Young Elementary Parent Newsletter

August 21, 2023

Young Elementary Parent Newsletter August 21, 2023
Young Elementary Parent Newsletter August 21, 2023
Be the Sunshine!
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Dearest Young parents and families,

Thank you for your cooperation and support the past 2 weeks! You guys are awesome!

We appreciate you!

This Friday, 9/1/23, is an early release day. We will dismiss at 12:30pm. Please note the changes in the lunch schedule for Friday only.

Monday, 9/4/23, is a staff and student holiday. Stay home and enjoy your family time. We will see everyone Tuesday morning.

Please visit our webpage, Facebook page, Twitter, and grade-level newsletters for the latest news.

If you need anything, please just let me know.

It is going to be a BRIGHT year!

Thank you for your support!

Lana Coffman, Principal

lana.coffman@decaturisd.us

(940)393-7400

Mark Your Calendars
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Mark Your Calendars:

8/31/23 College Color Day

9/1/23 Early Release, 12:30pm

9/4/23 Staff/Student Holiday

9/5/23 PTO Fundraiser Due

Friday, 9/1/23 - Lunch Schedule Friday, 9/1/23 - Lunch Schedule

PTO "Pay the Day" Fundraiser ends September 5th. PTO "Pay the Day" Fundraiser ends September 5th.

Our “Pay the Day” Calendar Fundraiser starts Monday, August 21st and the due date to turn in your calendar envelope is Tuesday, September 5th.

● Calendars can be returned to your student’s teacher or you can have your students drop them off directly in the office. There will be a lock box in the office so money will be secure. Please make sure the student’s name & homeroom teacher are on the envelope!

● There are NO products for sale in this fundraiser – it is just a donation to the PTO. Our goal is to purchase school supplies for every student again next year, and to help kids earn prizes!

● Friends and family donate the dollar amount that corresponds to a date on the calendar. They write the person’s name on the date they choose, and collect their money. DONE! For example, August 22 = $22 donation to the PTO.

● Cash, checks made payable to “Young Elementary PTO” are acceptable payment methods, or you can PAY ONLINE by using the QR code on the envelope or by going to:

https://yes-pto-2023-24-pay-the-day-fundraiser.cheddarup.com

● Young Elementary PTO is a non-profit organization, and donations are tax deductible! (Depending on your personal tax situation)

● PRIZES!!

o If we meet our $30K goal - PJ DAY FOR EVERYONE!

o Level 1 – Turn in between $100-$199 = $10 Gift card!

o Level 2 – Turn in between $200-$299 = $15 Gift card!

o Level 3 – Turn in between $300-$399 = $20 Gift card!

o Level 4 – Turn in between $400-$495 = $25 Gift card!

o Level 5 – Turn in a FULL CALENDAR - $496 = $50 Gift card AND your name in a drawing for a $300 Amazon Gift Card or a Nintendo Switch

o The class to raise the most money wins a PIZZA party!

o You get to pick where you would like your gift card from too! You can choose from Main Event, Amazon, Walmart or Target!


Thank you in advance for helping us to make this a successful fundraiser so that we can continue to give back to the students and staff at Young Elementary!



PTO Membership Drive

Join the PTO today for just $10!


We would LOVE to have ALL Young families join!

If you join before 9/1, you will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card!

Joining the PTO doesn’t mean you HAVE to volunteer. If you would like to show your support for our school by just paying the membership fee, that is GREAT! If you want to get more involved, that’s EVEN BETTER!

Here is the link to join and pay online!


https://youngpto-membership-2023-2024.cheddarup.com


Once you have joined, be sure to sign up for our Remind! This is where we will send out volunteer opportunities and other school related info! Please remember if you plan on volunteering you must fill out a background form which you can get from the front office!

https://www.remind.com/join/yespt0

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Young Elementary Guide to Success Lana Coffman, Principal Cortney Roseberry, Assistant Principal The following is an overview of our campus procedures and expectations specific to Young Elementary. Please refer to the District Student Handbook for a detailed description and explanation of all ...

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