PTO  

 

PACKET CONTENTS: 

1. PTO MEMBERSHIP & STAFF 

APPRECIATION INFORMATION 

2. CREDIT CARD FORM 

3. VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION & 

FORM  

4. ROOM PARENT REQUEST FORM 

5. CALENDAR OF EVENTS 

6. BOARD ROSTER & DIRECTORY INFO 

7. BACK TO SCHOOL PICNIC SAVE THE 

DATE 

8. PUMPKIN PATCH FLYER 

WELCOME TO THE KESSLER SCHOOL PTO 

The PTO is happy to present a newwebsite. The information provided in this                           packet and electronic forms and payment are now available through the                     website. Additionally, the PTO website will provide updates throughout the                   year.   WWW.KESSLERSCHOOLPTO.ORG 

You can also follow the PTO on Facebook and be notified of all upcoming                           events.  www.facebook.com/kesslerschoolpto/. 

The PTOworks to strengthen, enhance, and encourage the educational and                     social environment of our school. The PTO’s goal is to complement the                       school’s curriculum with incredible opportunities for parents, teachers, and                 students to learn, socialize, communicate and grow. Together, we have a                     tremendous impact on the education of our children and the welfare of the                         school.   

As a private school, each family at the Kessler School has committed to                         volunteering as a condition of enrollment. The PTO hosts multiple events to                       allow families to fulfil their commitment. The largest fundraising events are                     the Pumpkin Patch Carnival and the Kessler Derby. This year the PTO has                         committed to raise $65,000. This commitment requires the time and effort                     of moms, dads, and families who share a love for TKS and our children’s                           education. 

This packet shares with you the general PTO information for the coming                       year. Please review and return completed forms by dates indicated. Always                     feel free to reach out to me or the other PTO boardmembers. Thank you in                               advance for your support. I am looking forward to a great year at The                           Kessler School! 

Return Forms & Dues by August 26th 

 The Kessler School, Attention PTO 1215 Turner Avenue Dallas, Texas 75208  All the best, Cindy Jaggi, 2016-2017 PTO President thekesslerpto@gmail.com 972.215.9437    

 

 

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MEETING & MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION  For 2016, the PTO meetings will be held just prior to the Head of School Parent Coffee on the 2nd                                       Tuesday of each month.  See PTO Calendar of events for meeting dates (attached).  

Childcare and dinner for the children is provided at eachmeeting for 6:15-8:00pm for $10 per child.                                 Please note that in 2016-2017, dinner will be served in the cafeteria with childcare and is intended                                 for children only to allow for a streamlined meeting and parent coffee.   

 Annual PTO Dues: $50.00 per family  Please pay online at www.kesslerschoolpto.org, return your check or complete the credit card                         payment form included in this packet by 26th August 2016.    Your prompt payment is greatly appreciated.  Make checks payable to TKS PTO. 

 

 

TEACHERS & STAFF APPRECIATION 

TKS PTO has a simple and effective way to show your appreciation to all the teachers and staff at                                     

the school.   

 

Here is how it works: Your family’s one-time $60 dollars donation (or amount of your choice) will be                                   

put into a “pool” and divided between the teachers and staff. The PTO, in addition, will host two                                   

appreciation parties. A holiday party and an end of school year event. At these parties the staff &                                   

teachers will receive a gift card.   

 

Please consider this as your method of gift giving this year. It has become a favorite of both parents                                     

and teachers alike!   

 

Simply write in your gift on the Payment Summary Form included in this packet or give via the                                   

website store at www.kesslerschoolpto.org.    

Feel free to send any suggestions or questions to Leslie Mallinsonleslee@mallinsons.org or Megan                           

Griffin meganjgriffin@gmail.com our staff appreciation chairs. And be on the lookout for more info                           

on how you can help show appreciation to these amazing people!   

 

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CREDIT CARD PAYMENT FORM 

If you would like to pay your PTO Membership Dues and the Staff Appreciation Gift via credit card, please                                     complete the form below.  

Please indicate the fees you would like charged to your credit card by checking the applicable boxes below: 

 

PTO MEMBERSHIP DUES 

◻ PTO Membership Dues - $50/family   

STAFF APPRECIATION GIFT  

◻ Staff Appreciation Gift - $_______-$60/family recommended 

_________________________________________________________________ 

 

TOTAL AMOUNT TO CHARGE TO CREDIT CARD $___________ 

CREDIT CARD INFORMATION 

Name on Card: _____________________________________    Billing Zip Code: _________________ 

Credit Card Number: _________________________________    Expiration Date (mm/yy): ___________ 

Type of Credit Card (Mastercard/Visa): __________________ 

* Credit card information will be destroyed once card is charged and not kept on file. 

PTO 

 

VOLUNTEER  SIGN UP As a private community school, The Kessler School relies on its families to volunteer their time and talents in                                     support of our programs. Between helping on PTO projects and fundraisers, and assisting staff and                             teachers in the classroom, there are many ways to put your particular skills and strengths to work for the                                     school.  Please see the school application and contract or information on volunteer hour requirements.    Volunteer hours can be tracked via Renweb (more information on Renweb in this packet)– all hours must be                                   completed and posted by May 26, 2017.     Please complete the form below or complete online at www.kesslerschoolpto.org. If you are unsure about                             how to best serve, let us know about yourself in the comments and we will contact you.    Name:______________________________________ Phone: _______________________________   email: ___________________________________________________________________________  PLEASE CHECK OFF YOUR INTERESTS & RETURN THIS FORM BY AUGUST 26TH 

 EVENTS AND GENERAL NEEDS 

 

 ▢ Back to School Social (Set-up/Clean-up)  

▢ Classroom Social Host (20 Volunteer Hours)* 

▢ Pumpkin Patch Festival & Street Fair (Oct) 

▢ School Lunch Program (distributing the food) 

▢ Winter / Spring Book Fair 

▢ Winter / Spring Teacher Appreciation Events 

▢ The Kessler Derby (Apr)  COMMENTS/QUESTIONS 

    

 

 

 

 

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 

The TKS PTO is very involved with supporting the school throughout the entire year. Many of                               

our activities are centered on providing additional financial support to the school through                         

various fundraisers. It is also important to us to create and foster a welcoming, nurturing and                               

caring environment for all TKS families that include our students, parents, staff and                         

community.   

It’s a lot to do and we need your help. Below is a brief description of the events and                                     

opportunities in which a parent can get volunteer hours. Please indicate on your volunteer                           

form the areas you would like to participate/volunteer.   

BACK TO SCHOOL PICNIC, AUGUST 27, 2016 

Organized by Alexa Taylor, Jen Snow, and Kiersten Kita 

 

A “Welcome back to School” picnic for all parents, students, staff, and school board.   Enjoy 

the Hamburger Man, games, and getting to know new families and seeing old friends.   

 

Volunteer Opportunities:   

● Set-up and Clean-up day of event 

 

CLASSROOM SOCIALS-AUGUST 22ND-SEPTEMBER 30TH 

Organized by the Social Chairs Kirsten Kita & Jennifer Snow and Room Parent Chair Colleen 

Ximenes *Looking for volunteers.  

 

Beginning of the school year class socials to offer a casual atmosphere for parents to meet                               

each other and get more connected with your class and school. 

 

Volunteer Opportunities:   

● Host (20 Volunteer Hours)  

 

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PUMPKIN PATCH -OCTOBER 1ST 

Annual fundraiser collaboration between TKS and Kessler Park United Methodist Church held 

on the church grounds.  The fall festival includes pumpkin sale, petting zoo, pony rides, 

bounce houses, games, crafts, cake walk, face painting, live music, food, vendors, and more. 

 2016 TKS Pumpkin Patch Chair – Courtney Wroten 

 Volunteer Opportunities:   

● Committee Chair(s):  Games, Vendors, Fundraising, Public Relations, or Graphics 

● Hourly shifts needed for each activity 

● Face painting artists/Baked goods for cake walk 

● Cashiers for coupon sales, pumpkin sales 

● Set-up and Clean-up crew 

 BOOK FAIR– DECEMBER &  April   

Semi-Annual Book Fair raising money and books for the school.  This event takes place at the 

school generally the week of the school winter and spring music festival. 

 Book Fair Chair:  Rayshell Wamsley 

 Volunteer Opportunities:   

● Set-up / Clean-up 

● Sales shifts 

 STAFF APPRECIATION EVENTS – DATES TBD 

Semi-Annual event for the TKS staff showing the parents gratitude and support.   

 Staff Appreciation Chair:  Meggan Griffin & Leslie Mallinson  Volunteer Opportunities:   

● Teacher & Staff Appreciation Event Committee 

 THE KESSLER DERBY – TBD APRIL  2016 

This is the PTO’s biggest annual fundraiser and is held at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie.  The 

event includes silent and live auctions, seated dinner and horse racing.   

 The Kessler Derby Chairs: Michelle Dye, Heather Rodriguez, Jessica Jeffers, Kam Naidoo, 

Ashley Spears, & Maiko Yamagiwa 

 Volunteer Opportunities:   

● Sponsors/donations, Tickets Sales, Silent / Live Auction, Decorations 

● Greater Giving database management 

● Check-in/check-out day of event 

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● Set-up/Clean-up 

 

On Going Activities and additional ways to get volunteer hours 

 PTO MEETINGS  

Organized by the TKS Secretary – Donna Prince  

 PTO meetings are held at the school each month.  A dinner is served before hand for children 

and adults.  At the end of dinner the children are taken to childcare and then the meeting is 

called to order.   

 Volunteer Opportunities:   

● Dinner Set up / Cleanup crews  

● Bring Side / Salad / Dessert Items  

 SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM 

Organized by Floramay Holliday & Vanessa Ullman 

 Volunteer Opportunities:   

● Food handout – distributing the lunches to the children 

 ROOM PARENTS 

Organized by Colleen Ximenes 

 TKS PTO assigns up to (2) two Room Parents per class.  The Room Parents work with the 

teacher(s) to determine any needs for the classroom.  This may involve organizing a holiday 

party, helping with crafts, assisting with a class project, organizing Kessler Derby class 

baskets, etc.  In addition, the Room Parent will be responsible for communicating with class 

parents regarding event and school needs.   If you are interested in being a Room Parent 

please indicate on your Volunteer Contract Form and you will be contacted directly by the 

Room Parent Chair.  

 

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   PTO ROOM PARENT FORM  Room parents play an important role at TKS by providing support and assistance to our teachers and                                 

school. As a room parent, you’ll have the chance to coordinate classroom volunteers, assist with                             

classroom parties, facilitate teacher/parent/school communication, and help your child’s teacher in                     

other ways.    And you can receive volunteer hours for your time and commitment.   

If you’re interested in being a room parent for the upcoming school year, please complete the form                                 

below to express your interest and return by the start of school. Or go to the website at                                     

www.kesslerschoolpto.org and complete your forms online. Room parent guidelines and                   

responsibilities are also posted on the website 

Parent’s Name _______________________________________________________________  Email _____________________________________ Phone ____________________________  

CHILD’S NAME  GRADE LEVEL  PREFERENCE 

     

     

     

 

Room parent assignments will be made by end of August. Each classroom usually has two room                               

parents. If you have any questions, please contact Colleen Ximenes (cpx13@tx.rr.com), RoomParent                         

Chair.   Otherwise, we will be in touch with more information.   Thank you!   

 

 

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS  

*LIKE TKS PTO ON FACEBOOK TO GET AUTOMATIC CALENDAR INVITES & REMINDERS* 

 

AUGUST 

22nd  First Day of School Boo Hoo / Yahoo Breakfast & New Parent Orientation 

26th  PTO Forms Due 

28th  TKS Back to School Picnic, KPUMC Roberts Forest, 5pm – 7pm 

TBD Class Room Socials *Volunteers needed. 20 volunteer hours.  SEPTEMBER  

13th 1st PTO Meeting 6:15 Drop off 6:30 Meeting before Parent info night  at 7 PM. 

TBD Class Room Socials *Volunteers needed. 20 volunteer hours.  OCTOBER  

1st Kessler Park Pumpkin Patch Festival and Marketplace 

11t 2nd PTO Meeting 6:00 Dinner. 6:30 Meeting. NOVEMBER  

8th  3rd PTO Meeting. 6:15 Drop off  6:30 Meeting before Parent info night  at 7 PM. DECEMBER  

TBD Teacher Appreciation Event (hosted by PTO) 

TBD Winter Book Fair 

JANUARY  

10th  4th PTO Meeting. 6:15 Drop off 6:30 Meeting before Parent info night at 7 PM. FEBRUARY  

TBD Dash for the Beads Event 

14th  5th PTO Meeting. 6:15 Drop off  6:30 Meeting before Parent info night at 7 PM. MARCH  

14th  6th PTO Meeting. 6:15 Drop off. 6:30 Meeting before Parent info night at 7 PM. APRIL  

11th  7th PTO Meeting. 6:15 Drop off. 6:30 Meeting before Parent info night  at 7 PM. TBD  Kessler Derby at Lone Star Park, Grand Prairie 

MAY  

9th   8th and End of Year PTO Meeting – 6:30 Meeting before Parent info night  at 7 PM. 

TBD Teacher Appreciation Event (hosted by PTO) 

TBD Spring Book Fair 

 

 

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TKS DIRECTORY INFORMATION & LEADERSHIP ROSTER 

DIRECTORY INFORMATION: Parent information is available through Renweb 

(www.renweb.com) District Code: TKS-TX.  New parents will need to set up an account.  An Apple app is also available through the App Store.  

 

   BOARD POSITIONS    President     Cindy Jaggi 

   President Elect     Courtney Wroten 

   Treasurer     Al & Jan Marshall 

   Treasurer Elect     Marissa LaCour 

   Secretary     Donna Prince 

   Public Relation Chair     Dina McNeely 

   Fundraising/Sponsors Chair     Jacqueline & Manuel Valencia 

   Volunteer Coordinator     Joslyn Spain-Pumpkin Patch 

   Shelbi Barnhouse 

   TKS Teacher Representative     Grace Elsinger 

 

 CHAIR POSITIONS 

  Pumpkin Patch Chair(s)    Courtney Wroten   

  The Kessler Derby Chair(s)   Ashley Spears   Maiko Yamagiwa   Kam Naidoo 

 Michelle Dye   Jessica Jeffers   Heather Rodriguez 

  Room Parent Chair   Colleen Xiemes 

  Social Chair   Kirsten Kita & Jen Snow 

  Staff Appreciation Chair   Leslie Mallinson & Megan Griffin 

  Book Fair Chair   Rayshell Wamsley 

  School Lunch Chair   Vanessa Ullman 

  PTO and School Event 

Photographer 

 Britton Jumper 

  New Parent Coordinator   Yolanda Fortuna & Amy Kirchoff  

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