Middleton PTO Newsletter - Volume 1, Issue 6, October 2023

Message from the MPTO President

Happy October everyone! There are so many exciting things going on this month! The Fun Run program, our largest fundraiser, kicked off on October 11th and the big event is next Friday, October 20th. Ask your students what they have learned about becoming World Changers!

The Middleton Pumpkin Festival is Saturday, October 21st and we are thrilled to be hosting the daytime events for the 2nd time! We hope our school community will get involved in both of these events - more detailed information and sign-ups are below!

Mark your calendars for our October MPTO meeting - next Wednesday, 10/18 at 6:45 in the Fuller Meadow library. Be sure to register and join us! Email ptomiddleton@gmail.com with any questions!

THE MIDDLETON FUN RUN

THE FUN RUN IS ON!

Our Middleton Fun Run kicked off earlier this week! Our goal is to raise $35,000 for field trips, transportation, curriculum enrichment and in school programs.

Here’s how you can support Fuller Meadow & Howe-Manning:

1. Register on mybooster.com tonight and create your Student Star Video! It’s easy & free!
2. Share about our fundraiser with your family and friends using the SHARE BUTTON on mybooster.com.
3. Give a donation, if you are able. After giving your donation, check to see if your employer will match it!

Thank you for supporting our school! We can’t wait for the Middleton Fun Run on 10/20/2023!

SAVE THE DATE - October 20th

The actual Fun Run will be held on 10/20/23. The Howe-Manning run will take place in the morning and Fuller Meadow's will be held in the afternoon. Grade level times (subject to change slightly) are below:

3rd & 4th Grades: 8:45 - 9:30 AM

5th & 6th Grades: 10:05 - 10:50 AM

Kindergarten & 2nd Grades: 1 - 1:50 PM

1st Grade: 2 - 2:45 PM

Pumpkin Festival

Click here to register for CONTESTS

DEADLINES ARE APPROACHING!

Contests include Scarecrow Decorating, Apple Pie Baking, Door Decorating, Donut on a String and Pie Eating! Join in the FUN!

Bake Sale - Donations Needed!

The MPTO is looking for volunteers and donations for the bake sale at the Pumpkin Festival on October 21st. Last year we were blown away by the delicious treats and can't wait to see (and taste!) what you do this year! And for those who don't bake there are options for store bought goods as well. We appreciate everyone's generosity - thank you! Click here to learn more: BAKE SALE SIGN UP GENIUS

Membership

We welcome and encourage all levels of parent and teacher participation. You can become a member simply to stay informed, be a part of the directory and share your thoughts. For those who would like to get more involved, opportunities exist to join various committees, help plan MPTO events and volunteer your time.

**If you registered last year, be sure to click below to update your information and renew for this school year!

6th Grade Parent Volunteers Needed

On October 25th and October 26th, the Discovery Museum will be presenting Physical Changes of Matter II to our 6th Grade students. Session times are 9:20-10:20, 11:25-12:25 and 1:35-2:35. We are looking for a few parent volunteers to help assist with each session - you do not have to be available for all of them. If you are interested, please email ptomiddleton@gmail.com by October 17th. *You must have a CORI completed through the school.

THIS WEEK IN CURRICULUM ENRICHMENT

KINDERGARTEN PUMPKIN PATCH

Our Kindergarteners were treated to their very own pumpkin picking experience at the Fuller Meadow Pumpkin Patch! The students brought the pumpkins back to their classrooms to use for science experiments. Such a fun way to enhance their learning!

Teacher Lounge Wish Lists

Our teachers work so hard for their students - here is an easy way to say thanks! Click on the links below to see some of the wishes for the teacher lounges.

Howe - Manning: Amazon.com

Fuller Meadow: Amazon.com

The MPTO Treasure Chest

In a school year, the MPTO spends approximately $55,000 on field trips, in-school programs, donations, teacher appreciation, community events and other various school related expenses. We can't do it without your support! The Treasure Chest is an easy way to be sure 100% of your donation goes directly to the PTO!

Click to Donate

Mark Your Calendars!

Thursday, October 12

9:00a Kindergarten Pumpkin Patch

Friday, October 13

Early Release - 12:00 (NO LUNCH)

Wednesday, October 18

6:45p MPTO Monthly Meeting

Friday, October 20

Fun Run - Event Day!!

Saturday, October 21

11:00a Pumpkin Festival