The Puma Pounce
June 4, 2026
The Final Week!
Exciting Events and Updates as We Wrap Up the 2025-26 School Year
A message from the PTO Board and Committee Leaders:
Through your participation, donations, and help at our events, we see and appreciate you. Our MEP families make all that we do possible. We are so thankful for your continued commitment and support of our kids, AND this community that helps raise them!!
We hope you can join us at the final events and activities of the year!
Carnival is here!
Friday, June 5 from 5 - 730pm
Thank you to all volunteers who have signed up. We are gearing up for a great evening of fun!
Interested in Volunteering for Carnival?
> Login to HelpCounter: https://www.helpcounterweb.com/ci/volunteer
> Check for upcoming opportunities
> Select a preferred time slot shown
Field Day is June 11th
Volunteers Needed
Our PE teachers have a fun Field Day planned and we need more volunteers to help support the students as they play, and finish off the fun with popsicles.
We still need coverage, especially in the 4th/5th grade timeslots.
> Login to HelpCounter: https://www.helpcounterweb.com/ci/volunteer
> Select a preferred time slot shown
Yearbooks Sale
Yearbooks on Sale Now!
It's time to click on the link to send yearbook funds to the PTO! We are asking for a $15 donation to cover the costs of printing the books.
You can donate in one of two ways:
1. Click here to donate online using our CheddarUp site.
2. Pay with money (cash or check to MEP PTO). You can drop off your donation at the front office --OR-- send it with your student to give to their teacher.
Your donations ensure that every student and full-time staff member receives a yearbook during the last week of school! Your help and support make this possible! Thank you for your continued commitment. ❤️🙌
🍦 Dining for Dinero🍦
Dining for Dinero at Luna's Ice Cream was a huge success!
We raised $326.66. Thank you for showing up in such a big way to support our school and this local business!
Staff Appreciation Update
New Staffroom Chairs
We upgraded the chairs for the staffroom and hope our MEP staff feel a bit cozier during their breaks and lunch times.
Sidewalk Chalk Event this Sunday, June 7th
Meet us in front of Milwaukie El Puente at 6pm
A few MEP families are gathering to make chalk art to decorate the sidewalk as we prepare to celebrate the last week of school. Please join us! We will have some chalk there, but feel free to bring your own.
NEW PTO Positions for next academic year 2026-27!
PTO Community voted in new PTO board positions for next school year:
Introducing your PTO Board Members for next school year:
New President
Selby Abraham
New Volunteer Coordinator
VP of Fundraising
Secretary
Treasurer
Communications Coordinator
Returning Member Marina Valdez
Mark Your Calendars
June
June 5: Carnival from 500-730pm
June 11: Field Day
June 11: Last Day of School
Milwaukie El Puente Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit run by parents who volunteer their time and partner with the principal, teachers, and community members. We fundraise to support the educational experience of all our students and build community through events and activities Mission The mission of the PTO is to support and enhance the students educational experiences by: Providing an organization which parents, school, and teachers can work cooperatively. Providing financial support for programs funded outside of the annual school budget. Providing enrichment through community building events and activities.