We are in the final stretch - the last three weeks of school. And what a sprint it’s going to be.
We wanted to take a moment to look at what we have done together this year.
Over the summer and into the early fall, we created a new non-profit and started the Chenery Upper Elementary School PTO. We got our own tax ID, wrote up bylaws, and recruited volunteers.
Once all of the paperwork was in order, we started our inaugural annual fundraising campaign. It was a great success raising more than $18,000. With those funds we have been able to have:
Enrichment programs from the Discovery Museum for every science class in 5th and 6th grade;
Author visits for all ELA classes in 5th and 6th grade;
A Science Night with presentations from dozens of students;
Two dance parties with photo booths for both grades;
Monthly Teacher and Staff Appreciation events, with a week-long series of events in May;
Purchased dozens of basketballs, soccer balls, footballs, hula hoops, chalk, jump ropes and a rolling cart for recess;
Purchased every month paper towels, cleaning wipes, and tissues for teachers and staff;
Reimbursed teachers for classroom supplies;
An opportunity to join the other schools in the district and host a Boston-Bowling event;
Several principal coffees and lunches with Ms. O’Brien and various guests.
Additionally, with the help of tremendous volunteers, we started the After School Extracurricular programs with more than 15 classes in our first year. We also sold spirit wear and class photos.
Thank you so much for all of your support this year. We will be assisting the school’s administration, teachers, and staff for the final events of the year. We’re looking forward to a great end to an awesome year!
Have a great week!
Laura Castelli & Kara Sassone
PTO Co-Presidents
Our final Teacher & Staff Appreciation event is coming up on Tuesday, June 4th. The theme for the day is "Thanks for an incredible year!" Please sign up here to bring in a special treat or snack for our Chenery teachers and staff to enjoy as we wrap up this school year.
Both the 5th and 6th grades will have a field day during the final week of school. The teachers have been working with school administration to ensure that the students will have a fun, safe day with the opportunity to make lots of events.
We know many of you have been waiting patiently for information about the 6th grade send off. This event is hosted by the school with support, as needed, from the PTO. We had a conversation with Ms. O’Brien and Mr. Holland last week and they shared that information about this event will be going out to families this week.
We know we haven’t closed the book on this year yet, but we’re already planning for next year. The Chenery PTO is a fully volunteer-run organization, and we’d love for you to be involved. As the school expands with another grade, we’re also looking to expand our volunteer team. Check out our interest form and let us know where you’d like to help out. Putting your name down doesn’t mean you’re signed up, it’s just to let us know you’re interested. We’re happy to answer any questions - email us at chenerypto@gmail.com.
Come help in the Chenery cafeteria as a Community Lunch Ambassador. In this role, current caregivers of CUE students can sign up for a shift to help in the cafeteria. Responsibilities include reminding students to clean up, supporting the student compost champions, helping to dismiss students to recess in a timely manner, and wiping down tables.
5th Grade Signup
6th Grade Wind/Fire Signup
6th Grade Earth Signup
May 30 - Grade 5 Chorus Concert, 7pm, CUE Auditorium
May 31 - 5th Grade Party
June 4 - Teacher Appreciation, sign up here
June 4 - Grade 5 Orchestra Concert, 7pm, CUE Auditorium
June 6 - Grade 5 Band Concert, 6pm, CUE Auditorium
June 6 - Grade 6 Band Concert, 7:15pm, CUE Auditorium
June 14 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
Be sure to follow the Chenery PTO Facebook page for the latest news and updates. https://www.facebook.com/CheneryPTO
