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Today’s Agenda

Welcome
Review Nov GMM Minutes
Treasurer’s Report
Certificates of Appreciation
Mrs. Eckler Presentation: Art
Principal Discussion: New Progress Report
Fall Committee Updates
Important Dates
Open Forum / Announcements

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OUR MISSION.

To promote the welfare of KES children in school, home and community.

To increase communication between the home and school so that parents and teachers may work cooperatively toward enhancing the education of KES children.

To conduct fundraising events, when necessary, and programs for the benefit of KES students.

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November 2023 Minutes Approval

Full Copy Available: KESPTO.COM/NOV2023-GMM-MINUTES

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Budget Summary

Holiday Boutique - budget line is closed out and final
ASA - includes proceeds for fall and winter sessions, still awaiting bills from BOCES for fall and winter sessions
Fall book fair- budget line closed out and final, need to get new Scholastic Dollars amount
Classroom events - includes 2nd grade 50s day event and holiday craft of making gingerbread playdough
KES Merch- includes recent Holiday Sale
5th grade fundraising - now $3,700 (includes pie sales)
Halloween Fair - budget line closed out and final
Staff Appreciation - includes 50s day celebration for teachers

Full budget available upon request, treasurer@kespto.com or on KES PTO website.

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Certificates of Appreciation

Custodial Staff

Bulletin Board

Holiday Gift Drive

Staff Appreciation

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Mrs. Eckler’s Presentation: Art Program

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Principal’s Discussion: New Progress Report

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Winter Committee Updates

Authors K and 1st - Tad Hills in March 3rd - Annette Whipple (December) 4th - Jen Calonita 5th - Janae Marks in May	Garden/ Greenhouse 1st graders learned about bulbs and planted garlic to be harvested next summer 2nd graders visited the butterfly garden and planted bulbs that will bloom this spring 4th graders learned about the 3 sisters and were able to taste a 3 sisters’ stew	Buddy’s Bonus Activities We had a successful fall session and have headed straight into winter!
Bulletin Boards Our winter village will remain up through the end of January. February will feature Kindness Month and Valentine’s Day!	Community Service We had another successful holiday gift drive and wrap night. Able to donate gifts to 14 local families as well as donate additional toys, games, and books to CCNW	Science Fair Registration opened 1/8 Parent volunteers needed! Look for information for T-shirt sales!

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