Sea Girt Elementary School
ENJOY THE MID WINTER BREAK! BE SAFE, HAPPY AND HEALTHY! ENJOY THIS TIME. SEE YOU BACK ON FEBURARY 18TH!
The Sea Girt PTO wishes each and every family a well deserved enjoyable break! See you at the morning PTO meeting on Feburary 19th at HomeGrown in Manasquan.
Please help to make 2019 our strongest PTO year at SGES!
With Patriot Pride,
The Sea Girt PTO Board
2018-2019
Beautiful Day! Beautiful Place, excited to start a new week!
This newsletter, which comes out weekly, along with the email blasts, instagram account, additions to the Tuesday and Friday school blast and PTO meetings are the multiple forms of communication that the Sea Girt PTO 2018-2019 utilizes and has initiated. We have made a conscious effort to be on and find every source of communication that is out there. The amount of views, hits, followers shows that it is being used and far exceeds what we expected!
There are new an updated items each week so it is important to open them and read the information. If you miss any information all the emails, posts, events and blogs are archived on the PTO website and easily accessible. If this does not work for you there are always PTO meetings. We are there every month discussing current issues, new issues, fundraising, events, volunteers, projects, goals, and anything else that comes up.
The apparel is currently being inventoried for quick sale as we move out of winter and into spring. Keep an eye out for another post regarding apparel items and a sheet for orders in your child’s paperwork to order from our existing limited inventory. We love the continued support of the apparel as it is a steady source of revenue this year for the PTO ! We will have hats, shirts, sweatshirts, something for everyone on your list. It will be based on the existing inventory so FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. For more information there will be an order sheet coming home soon.
The programs for our students funded and provided by the PTO Organization cannot survive, thrive, or exist without the volunteer efforts of everyone. The need for volunteers has never been more important. There are several programs that will not be able to continue without needed volunteers and support from the SGES parent community.
In the past we have blasted out the need for volunteers on the website, through the school newsletter, in the email blasts, and the response has been lackluster at best. The following committees/positions are in need of volunteers for the upcoming 2019 school year. It would be devastating to see some of these programs no longer exist. Remember that the PTO is here to organize support for the children, their programs, and their education.
The below programs serve all of these needs for the children, and are in need of volunteers:
You will be receiving additional information through the class parents.
If you are interested, or know someone that is, please contact anyone of the PTO Officers via ptoboard@seagirtpto.com or send a note through the website contact form. Some of the positions can be shadowed this year for an early start for next year.
SAVE THE DATE of February 24, 2019 for the Father Daughter Dance to be held at the Spring Lake Golf Club 3-6pm. It will be a wonderful Winter Wonderland Theme. Keep checking emails, Instagram, and the Event Page for event details and ticket purchase.
>> Final Deadline for ticket orders is February 8th, 2019 <<
Spring Social
Planning is underway for the Annual PTO Spring Social. Date, place, and time to be announced once all details are finalized! This is always a fabulous event and we anticipate a great local venue! Stay tuned!
We are happy to say that the Memorial Day Games are in the planning stages and underway. This event is already proving to be spectacular. We are partnering with some other committees and representatives of the Boro that will make this event one to remember. More details to follow but looking forward to this time treasured event. We will keep everyone posted as the details move along.
A few date reminders for this week and the coming month:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| School Closed (Winter Break) | February 10th |
| School Re-opens | February 18th |
| Father Daughter Dance | February 24th, 3-6pm |
The PTO thanks all the families for their continued support in moving forward all the activities and fundraisers throughout the year. Without the support of the administration and families we could not meet our mission.
Please help to make 2019 our strongest PTO year at SGES!
With Patriot Pride,
The Sea Girt PTO Board
2018-2019
Happy Monday! Hope those of you who are off for the Federal MLK Holiday are enjoying time with the family…albeit inside due to the frigid weather!
Please visit the apparel store online for all your Sea Girt apparel needs. The apparel is currently being inventoried for quick sale as we move out of winter and into spring. Keep an eye out for another post regarding apparel items and a sheet for orders in your childs paperwork to order from our existing inventory. We love the continued support of the apparel as it is a steady source of revenue this year for the PTO ! We will have hats, shirts, sweatshirts, something for everyone on your list. For more information there will be an order sheet coming home soon.
The PTO Organization cannot survive, thrive or exist without the volunteer efforts of so many for so long. The need for volunteers has never been more important. There are several programs that may not continue without needed volunteers and support.
In the past we have blasted out the need for volunteers on the website, through the school newsletter, in the email blasts and the response has been lackluster at best. The following committees/positions are in need of volunteers for the upcoming 2019 school year. It would be devastating to see some of these programs no .longer exist. Remember that the PTO is here to support the children, their programs and there education. The below programs serve all of these needs for the children.
Lunch Program, Enrichment, Artisan Market are a few. There are other open positions.
If you are interested or know someone that is please contact anyone of the PTO Officers or even send an email of interest through the website. Some of the positions can be shadowed this year for an early start for next year.
SAVE THE DATE of February 24, 2019 for the Father Daughter Dance to be held at the Spring Lake Golf Club 3-6pm. It will be a wonderful Winter Wonderland Theme. Keep checking emails, Instagram, and the website www.seagirtpto.com for event details and ticket purchase.
Spring Social
Planning is underway for the Annual PTO Spring Social. Date place and time to be announced once all details are finalized. This is always a great event and we anticipate a great local venue not to disappoint! Stay tuned.
We are happy to say that Memorial Day Games is in the planning stages and underway. More details to follow but looking forward to this time treasured event. We will keep everyone posted as the details move along.
A few date reminders for this week and the coming month:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Geography Bee (rescheduled) | January 23rd |
| School Closed (Martin Luther King Day) | January 21st |
| School Closed (Winter Break) | February 10th |
| School Re-opens | February 18th |
| Father Daughter Dance | February 24th 3-6pm |
The PTO thanks all the families for their continued support in moving forward all the activities and fundraisers throughout the year. Without the support of the administration and families we could not meet our mission.
We look forward to 2019 at SGES!
With Patriot Pride,
The Sea Girt PTO Board
2018-2019
Sunday Funday SNOW DAY! Enjoy the beautiful outdoor scene while it lasts.
Please visit the apparel store online for all your Sea Girt apparel needs. The apparel has been rebranded and continues to be a steady source of revenue this year for the PTO Sure to please! We have hats, shirts, sweatshirts, something for everyone on your list. For more information visit the website www.seagirtpto.com.
Also join us at the next PTO Meeting on Tuesday January 15th at 7:00pm for an apparel give away!
Hope everyone has saved the date of February 24, 2019 for the Father Daughter Dance to be held at the Spring Lake Golf Club 3-6pm. It will be a wonderful Winter Wonderland Theme. Keep checking emails, Instagram, and the website www.seagirtpto.com for event details and ticket purchase.
Spring Social
Planning is underway for the Annual PTO Spring Social. Date place and time to be announced once all details are finalized. This is always a great event and we anticipate a great local venue not to disappoint! Stay tuned.
We are happy to say that Memorial Day Games is in the planning stages and underway. More details to follow but looking forward to this time treasured event. We will keep everyone posted as the details move along.
A few date reminders for this week and the coming month:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PTO Meeting-Apparel Give Away | January 15th 7pm |
| Geography Bee | January 16th |
| School Closed (Martin Luther King Day) | January 21st |
| School Closed (Winter Break) | February 10th |
| School Re-opens | February 18th |
| Father Daughter Dance | February 24th 3-6pm |
The PTO thanks all the families for their continued support in moving forward all the activities and fundraisers throughout the year. Without the support of the administration and families we could not meet our mission.
We look forward to 2019 at SGES!
With Patriot Pride,
The Sea Girt PTO Board
2018-2019
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
This is our first Sunday PTO Blast of the New Year. We look forward to a productive successful year at Sea Girt Elementary School. Hope everyone (parents and kids included) is looking forward to a full week of school starting tomorrow!
Want to keep this first email brief, just a few reminders below:
Please visit the apparel store online for all your Sea Girt apparel needs. The apparel has been rebranded from 2017-2018 and continues to be a steady source of revenue this year for the PTO. We have hats, shirts, sweatshirts, something for everyone on your list. Sure to please! For more information visit our SGES Apparel Shop on the website: https://www.seagirtpto.com/shop/
At the last BOE meeting a presentation was given by Ms. Dunbar and some of her students regarding opportunities that the pre-high had to go to STEAM at recess time. Some of the students enjoy the satisfaction of a new and exciting STEAM project or creating a piece of art. STEAM, Science Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics means different things to each student. It is amazing to see the vast projects and talent that comes from this voluntary time in the STEAM lab.
At the BOE meeting I learned that Ms. Dunbar supplies all the STEAM materials herself. A lot of the items are recycled or repurposed. Of course there are always new items also. The PTO thinks it would be great a supportive if we could donate items that Ms. Dunbar could use in the STEAM lab. She is always looking for yarn, craft supplies, Legos and other products that could be repurposed and utilized in a new and exciting way through the imagination of the students.
If you have supplies that you would like to donate please feel free. If you have items that you would like to donate and are not sure if they are appropriate please contact Ms. Dunbar for guidance.
Please continue to save the box tops. The school is continuing the program this year and the kids enjoy the rewards. It is not necessary to count or paste box tops to collection sheets. Just simply cut and collect, then periodically have your child bring to school. There is collection bin by the front door of the school. Please remember to label your submission with your child’s grade either on/in the bag. (No need to label individual box tops.) If you have more than one child, you can list all their grades and box tops will be divided. At the end of the school year, any class which has collected 500 or more box tops will win a class prize. Winning classes, along with their teacher, can choose a pajama day, an extra recess, a class game or movie. Please let your children know about the contest and soon they’ll be spotting box tops all around the house!
A few date reminders for this week and the coming month:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PTO Meeting | January 15th |
| School Closed | January 16th |
| School Closed (Winter Break) | February 10th |
| School Re-opens | February 18th |
The PTO thanks all the families for their continued support in moving forward all the activities and fundraisers throughout the year. Without the support of the administration and families we could not meet our mission. We look forward to 2019 at SGES!
With Patriot Pride,
The Sea Girt PTO Board
2018-2019
Welcome to December!
The fun has started! We are in what is known as “the most Wonderful Time of the Year!” I am sure the kids are all excited and behaving during this busy holiday season. Just a reminder that the December 18th 2018 PTO Meeting has been CANCELLED. Please make a note of this. Should you need to contact any of us, please feel free in the interim.
The Holiday Shirts are in! The apparel has been rebranded and continues to be a steady source of revenue this year for the PTO. We have hats, shirts, sweatshirts, something for everyone on your list. Sure to please! For more information visit our SGES Apparel Shop on the website: https://www.seagirtpto.com/shop/
At the last BOE meeting a presentation was given by Ms. Dunbar and some of her students regarding opportunities that the pre-high had to go to STEAM at recess time. Some of the students enjoy the satisfaction of a new and exciting STEAM project or creating a piece of art. STEAM, Science Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics means different things to each student. It is amazing to see the vast projects and talent that comes from this voluntary time in the STEAM lab.
At the BOE meeting I learned that Ms. Dunbar supplies all the STEAM materials herself. A lot of the items are recycled or repurposed. Of course there are always new items also. The PTO thinks it would be great a supportive if we could donate items that Ms. Dunbar could use in the STEAM lab. She is always looking for yarn, craft supplies, Legos and other products that could be repurposed and utilized in a new and exciting way through the imagination of the students.
If you have supplies that you would like to donate please feel free. If you have items that you would like to donate and are not sure if they are appropriate please contact Ms. Dunbar for guidance.
The PTO will be coordinating pizza for 1/2 day this Friday. Details were sent to the class parents from the PTO. Can’t wait for the sing-a-long to hear all those joyous voices!
A few date reminders for this week and the coming month:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PTO Meeting (Cancelled) | December 18th (Cancelled) |
| Holiday Sing-a-Long | December 21st |
| Christmas Break Starts / Half-day | December 21st |
| School Re-opens | January 2, 2019 |
The PTO thanks all the families for their continued support in moving forward all the activities and fundraisers throughout the year. Without the support of the administration and families we could not meet our mission.
The PTO wishes everyone and their families a happy, healthy and safe Holiday. We look forward to 2019 at SGES!
With Patriot Pride,
The Sea Girt PTO Board
2018-2019
Welcome to December!
A month filled with family, celebration and organized chaos. Just a reminder that the December 18th 2018 PTO Meeting has been CANCELLED. Please make a note of this. Should you need to contact any of us feel free in the interim.
Hope everyone enjoyed the visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. It was well attended and all the children had a great time. A special thanks to Lora Mulligan, Jenn Kunz, and their elves for organizing and putting the event together. Mr. & Mrs. Claus were very appreciative and are already talking about coming back to Sea Girt next year because they had so much fun!
The Holiday Shirts are in! The apparel has been rebranded and continues to be a steady source of revenue this year for the PTO. For more information visit the shop at: https://www.seagirtpto.com/shop/
At the last BOE meeting a presentation was given by Ms. Dunbar and some of her students regarding opportunities that the pre-high had to go to STEAM at recess time. Some of the students enjoy the satisfaction of a new and exciting STEAM project or creating a piece of art. STEAM, Science Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics means different things to each student. It is amazing to see the vast projects and talent that comes from this voluntary time in the STEAM lab.
At the BOE meeting I learned that Ms. Dunbar supplies all the STEAM materials herself. A lot of the items are recycled or repurposed. Of course there are always new items also. The PTO thinks it would be great a supportive if we could donate items that Ms. Dunbar could use in the STEAM lab. She is always looking for yarn, craft supplies, Legos and other products that could be repurposed and utilized in a new and exciting way through the imagination of the students.
If you have supplies that you would like to donate please feel free. If you have items that you would like to donate and are not sure if they are appropriate please contact Ms. Dunbar for guidance.
A few date reminders for this week and the coming month:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Spelling Bee | December 7th |
| PTO Meeting (Cancelled) | December 18th |
| Holiday Sing-a-Long | December 21st |
| Christmas Break Starts / Half-day | December 21st |
| School Re-opens | January 2, 2019 |
The PTO thanks all the families for their continued support in moving forward all the activities and fundraisers throughout the year. Without the support of the administration and families we could not meet our mission.
With Patriot Pride,
The Sea Girt PTO Board
2018-2019
Hello Sea Girt Families,
Happy End of Thanksgiving Weekend. Despite the rain and wind, hope everyone enjoyed time with family and friends. We are grateful for this wonderful town, our school family, and all that it represents.
At the last PTO meeting it was decided to CANCEL the December 18th 2018 PTO Meeting. Please make a note of this. Should you need to contact any of us feel free in the interim.
We again would like to extend our sincerest thank you and gratitude to ALL the volunteers that helped to make the Sea Girt Artisan and Craft Market a success. Especially the administration, staff, teachers, and Mr. Batista for ensuring it went off without a hitch! In addition, this fund raising event would not be possible without the 8th Grade Students, parents, and ALL the families of the Sea Girt Elementary School that come together to make the market a reality. The PTO Board would also like to extend a “Thank You” to the Committee Chairs who work tirelessly behind the scenes for months prior to the event, up to and through Sunday night to make sure the patrons, vendors, and participants all enjoy the weekend. If you have any outstanding reimbursements please put them in the PTO Box in the Sea Girt School Office with the executed reimbursement form, or provide them to Carey Begley, PTO Treasurer.
We would like to reintroduce Helping Hands to those of you who know of it and all who may be new. Helping Hands is a service that delivers meals to families in our school who are suffering a hardship, such as a recent death of an immediate family member or a hospitalization. It is meant to take the burden of preparing dinner away from the family cook, so that attention can be focused on the recent hardship.
This service is made possible by volunteers in our school community. The process is simple. Prepare the same meal that you are serving your family that night. Deliver it to the recipient by 5 PM. That is it. It means so much to people who are suffering to know that others are thinking of them.
If you are interested in lending a hand and adding your name to the volunteer list, please let Sue Nolan know via text at 718-637-1162 or email at quinny614@yahoo.com.
Please continue to visit us at here on the website. There is an apparel store for all your needs. We will be selling the apparel and some new items at the Santa’s Breakfast event on December 1st. The apparel has been rebranded and continues to be a steady source of revenue this year for the PTO. Keep an eye out for the NEW holiday shirts. Sure to please! For more information visit the shop at https://www.seagirtpto.com/shop/
The Sea Girt Lunch Program does not happen without the continual help of only a few and sometimes one volunteer. This program is a success for multiple reasons. It continues to support local businesses who provide lunches to Sea Girt Students at a fair price. In addition, the students get a variety of lunches to choose from each week and look forward to the options if they partake in the program. According to the numbers there are many families who benefit from this program.
The challenge is and continues to be, the support and volunteering to keep the program running without having to cancel it or go to an outside vendor, which has many inherent issues. The PTO supports and continues this program based on the support and volunteerism of families. As of recently, the support and volunteerism has been slim and sometimes none. Even volunteering for a month can make a HUGE difference for this program. We cannot continue to rely on the same volunteer or volunteers. If you are a new family to the school and want to learn more about this or be in the school to see how this operates we would welcome volunteers on a month by month basis. If you are an existing family and could see fit to carve out some time for one month to help out it would be greatly appreciated. The commitment can be as little as one hour a day for a month or as many months as you can spare. We are working toward getting volunteers on a monthly basis so as not to wear anyone out. If this sounds like something you may be able to help out with please contact Alice Keefe at hayes.keefe@gmail.com.
The after school Enrichment Program is something that the PTO supports and continues to offer as it helps the students to learn more skills and activities that may not be part of the school day. While some of the enrichments programs have been sold out and hugely successful others have not had the same interest or turnout. We are reaching out to the families at large for ideas or contacts for Spring Enrichment. Due to the weather, schedule, and breaks the next enrichment program will be in the Spring of 2019. Again, please contact any of the PTO Board or Stephanie Flynn stephanie.mccarter@gmail.com with any suggestions, ideas or contact for Spring 2019. In addition if there is interest in taking this program over for the 2019-2020 school year, now would be a great time to work with Stephanie so you can hit the ground running next year. Let us know, we are always looking and supportive of new volunteers and ideas.
A few date reminders for this week and the coming month:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| BOE Meeting (7:30pm) | November 29th |
| Breakfast with Santa (9-11am) | December 1st |
| Tree Lighting (7pm) | December 3rd |
| Spelling Bee | December 7th |
| PTO Meeting (Cancelled) | December 18th |
| Holiday Sing-a-Long | December 21st |
| Christmas Break Starts / Half-day | December 21st |
| School Re-opens | January 2, 2019 |
The PTO thanks all the families for their continued support in moving forward all the activities and fundraisers throughout the year. Without the support of the administration and families we could not meet our mission.
With Patriot Pride,
The Sea Girt PTO Board, 2018-2019