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KATONAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTO

General Membership Meeting �March 19, 2025 - 7:30 PM

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Agenda

Welcome & Introductions
A Conversation on Vocabulary Development with… Alison Porcelli, Instructional Coach
PTO Business
Open Roles & Positions 2025 - 2026
Open Forum / Announcements

ACCESS MEETING MATERIALS

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PTO Business

ACCESS MEETING MATERIALS

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January 2025 Minutes Approval

Full Copy Available: KESPTO.COM/GMM

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Certificates of Appreciation

Buddy’s Bonus

Activities

Spirit Wear

PARP

5th Grade

Science Fair

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Budget Highlights

Funds Raised:

Retail partnerships - nearly $500 in cash since January

includes Decicco’s, Stop & Shop & ACME

Buddy’s Bonus Activities - $64K surplus reflects Fall and Winter activity - with many invoices still outstanding for payment

Other:

Tax filing for 2023/24 school year and independent financial audit was completed.

REIMBURSEMENT REMINDER: �NEW SUBMISSION FORM & REIMBURSEMENT WINDOW (45 DAYS)

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

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Fifth Grade Memory Keeper Mosaic & �Garden Refresh

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Refreshed Recess Supplies

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Committee Updates

Authors Author visit with Bonnie Badar scheduled for 3/20 (Grades 2-5). Alyssa Capucilli (Biscuit books) will be coming on April 28th for K/1 students. In May we will have Lauren Tarahis (I Survived series) for grades 3-5.	PARP PARP month is underway! Please see student’s PARP reading log for events. Starry Story Night on March 26	Book Fair Volunteers are still needed for the Book Fair March 26-29. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAAA72AABFEC61-54580444-spring?useFullSite=true#/
Yearbook Please remember to order your child’s Yearbook by March 21st https://yearbookordercenter.com Use Code 19205	Spiritwear Sale currently going on and pickup will be at Starry Story Night. Hoping to have a buyback sale before end of year Will also have a Buddy Grad sale	Spring Fundraiser Location and theme has been announced. Please reach out to springfundraiser@kespto.com if you would like to purchase one of our many sponsor packages.

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Open Roles & Positions for 2025 - 2026

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COMING SOON!

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Open

Forum

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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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2024 - 2025 KES PTO Objectives

Further Student Impact

KES PTO Mission: Continue to deliver on our mission to enhance the educational experience of students through strategic collaboration with PTO members and school faculty,

Creating Safe, Equitable, and Inclusive Environments

Safety: Update safety policies and training to ensure physical and emotional security. Update emergency procedures and provide conflict resolution training.
Equity: Review and implement fair practices to eliminate disparities and ensure equal access to resources.
Inclusivity: Celebrate diversity and provide platforms and training opportunities for volunteer leaders so all voices are heard and respected.

Sustainability Commitment

Eco-friendly Events: Minimize environmental impact by using sustainable materials and reducing waste.
Sustainable Initiatives & Education: Support recycling, energy-saving measures, and sustainable transportation (in partnership with KLSD).