Happy Librarian Appreciation Day! 📚
Today we’re celebrating Kelsey Tibbit, our amazing middle school librarian! Thank you for helping students discover new interests, explore new ideas, and grow as readers. Your dedication and enthusiasm make the library a welcoming space for all.
We are so grateful for the impact you make at the middle school every single day!
All four positions (president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary) are open to applicants.
If you are interested in serving as one of the officers, please send an email to Kelsey Tibbit at kelsey.tibbit@pgtigers.org with your name, phone number, picture of yourself, position(s) you are interested in, and why you’d like to serve in that role! Applications are due on Friday, April 17.
Here are the PTO bylaws concerning officers:
ARTICLE VII – OFFICERS
Section 1: EXECUTIVE BOARD – The Executive Board shall consist of the following officers: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, Communications Director and any other committee coordinators elected.
Section 2: DUTIES - The Executive Board is responsible for the following tasks, including, but not limited to: developing the PTO’s annual budget and funds; report financial activity every month; establishing and overseeing volunteers and committees to conduct the work of the PTO; establishing fundraising programs and events; approvals by majority vote, of the Board, for unbudgeted expenditures more than 250 to be voted on; participate in executive board meetings and provide input for decisions; manage communications and marketing for the PTO; oversee retention of all official records of the PTO; develop and strengthen relationship between parents, teachers and staff.
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3: TERM OF OFFICE – Elected officers will serve a term of two (2) years. Officers shall assume their duties following the close to the final regular Board meeting. Officers may succeed themselves in the same office provided they are elected for the position. Should a board member not be able to satisfy the full 2 year term, then a Board position change or interim election will be conducted.
Section 4: QUALIFICATIONS – Officers in the PGES PTO must be committed to the general well-being and practices of the PTO, students, faculty and staff of PRAIRIE GROVE, or be a member of the PRAIRIE GROVE Staff.
Section 5: REMOVAL – An officer or committee member can be removed from position by a majority vote of the Executive Board. Reasons for removal consist of, but are not limited to: failure to fulfill role duties, failure to abide by standing bylaws, etc.
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6: VACANCY – In case of a vacancy on the Executive Board the remaining board members will split responsibilities until an interim election can be held.
Section 7: NOMINATIONS & ELECTIONS – The Executive Board nominations will be sought after April 1st through email, social media and announced at monthly meetings. Election of officers will be held at the May meeting. Outgoing and incoming elected officers will go through a transition period throughout the summer with the newly elected board taking over roles on August 1. In uncontested elections, a voice vote may be used. In contested elections, a secret ballot will be used.
Today we recognize and celebrate our incredible paraprofessionals at PGMS!! We cannot thank you enough for all of the countless ways that you support our students and teachers. Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, Mrs. Moyer, Mrs. Harp, Mrs. Hackett, Mrs. Spurlock, Mr. Dodson, Mrs. Stewart, Mrs. Dersam, and Mrs. Sarver!! We appreciate you!!
Volleyball tryouts for current 6th graders (upcoming 7th graders) will be on May 4th and May 5th. An updated physical is required in order to tryout. Students will need comfortable athletic wear, indoor athletic shoes, and a water bottle. Please scan the QR code or click on the link to complete the registration form.
Spring Picture Day is tomorrow, Tuesday, March 31!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using our Picture Day ID: EVTJ9RXFZ. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Tuesday, March 31. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com.
Use the code S26SPRING for 20% off orders of $34.99 or more!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using our Picture Day ID: EVTJ9RXFZ. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Tuesday, March 31. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com.
Use the code S26SPRING for 20% off orders of $34.99 or more!
Basketball tryouts for current 6th grade boys (upcoming 7th graders) will be April 13 and 14 from 3:15-4:45 at the middle school gym. Boys must have a completed sports physical with them on the first day of tryouts in order to participate. Please click the link or scan the QR code to complete the Google registration form!
Save the Date! 📸
Spring Picture Day is coming up on Tuesday, March 31!
You can place your order online at mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID: EVTJ9RXFZ. Be sure to order before midnight on Picture Day to receive FREE shipping.
Students may also bring their completed order flyer with cash or check on Tuesday, March 31.
Call the school office if you wish to opt your student out of the spring picture day
Basketball tryouts for incoming 7th-grade boys will be on April 13th and 14th in the Middle School Gym from 3:15-4:45 pm.
Register For Tryouts by Clicking Here
Come celebrate the conclusion of One School, One Book at PGMS Spy School: Family Night TONIGHT!! We will have spy-themed activity stations, raffle prizes, free books, and the Washington County Sheriff's Office will be here to make Child Information Cards! It is FREE to attend, and concessions will be available for purchase to support students with lunch fees AND fund inflatables for Field Day! All concessions will be cash only and $1!
Family Night is tonight from 5-7 PM. We can't wait to see you there!!
Family Night will be on Thursday, March 12, from 5-7 PM. We can't wait to see you there!!
This week's reading for One School, One Book is chapters 35-37 in City Spies!
Please visit the library website for discussion questions, the reading calendar, and more!
PGMS Library
Students can bring donations (cash only) to help fund the inflatables during Fun and Field Day! Donations can be made during lunch from March 9-13. The advisory class that raises the most money will earn extra time at the inflatables station on Fun and Field Day!
After School Program Summer Pre-Enrollment is Now Open! ☀️
The After School Program has officially opened pre-enrollment for their summer program! Spots are filling quickly, so if your student plans to attend this summer, we encourage you to complete the pre-enrollment form as soon as possible to secure a spot.
Summer Pre-Enrollment Form: https://forms.gle/u5HNP5h2Vwi9yNNb6
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the After School Program team at afterschoolprog.com
The program runs from May 26th to July 31st,
Tuition Rates:
$195 for 1 Child
$380 for 2 Children
$555 for 3 Children
$680 for 4 Children
Locations:
Springdale at Helen Tyson
Farmington at Folsom Elementary
Lowell at ASP Early Childhood Academy
This week's reading for One School, One Book is chapters 27-34 in City Spies!
Please visit the library website for discussion questions, the reading calendar, and more!
PGMS Library
