Catch up on all that happened in November!
Nov. 2 was our third meeting of the school year. Check out the minutes from the meeting here and learn what was discussed: November Meeting Notes
We look forward to seeing you all at our next PTO meeting on December 7 at 6 pm. Each month we give away restaurant gift cards to a few PTO meeting attendees. This month we have gift cards to the Union Beer House. Attend and get a chance to win a gift card! In the meantime, please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns. Email us at cornwallpto@gmail.com. See you on December 7!
Pancakes with Papas was a success!
On November 17, we had a great turnout for Pancakes with Papas. Over 600 parents and caregivers joined their kids for a lovely breakfast. Thanks to all who helped bring this event together!
November 20 Teacher Conference dinner: Thank you!
On November 20, the PTO helped provide dinner for the teachers and staff who stay late to tell us all about how our kids are doing in school. Thanks to everyone who donated food and time for this event and especially to Emily Spingler for organizing it!
Holiday Shop 2023 is underway! Dec. 4-8
The Holiday Shop has begun! The kids look forward to this event each year and its success is a direct result of our volunteers. That's where you come in. Thank you to all of the volunteers who have helped set up and assist the kids with shopping.
This event is held each year allowing the children to independently select and purchase inexpensive holiday gifts for their family and loved ones. With the assistance of our volunteers, the children receive individual attention while shopping and also get a “mini” lesson in budgeting. The children love making their own gift selections with the assistance of our parent volunteers. Thank you and Happy Holidays!
You can still sign up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B4EABAA2AAAFB6-45601547-holiday
Upcoming Falcon Fridays
Mark your calendars! Here are the upcoming Falcon Friday dates. Have your kids wear Cornwall or blue and gray gear to win special prizes.
- December 15, 2023
- January 5, 2024
- January 12, 2024
- January 19, 2024
Garden leader needed!
Are you a gardener, environmentalist or do you know someone with some time that would be interested in leading our school garden? The school garden is an important part of our students' education about the environment and learning where our food comes from. It gives them the opportunity to dig in and learn about our world in a hands-on way. As our current garden leader is moving on, we really need someone to step up and pick up the leadership of this to continue this amazing experience for our kids. If you're a parent, grandparent, community member or retiree with some time and interest, please contact us at cornwallpto@gmail.com to volunteer. To learn more, watch the video below.
Upcoming December Events
- Dec. 6 - Texas Roadhouse Dine In night
- Dec. 7 - 6 pm PTO meeting
- Dec. 15 - Opening Ceremonies for the 5th grade Cornwall Olympics
- Dec. 18 - Grinch Day (Wear Green)
- Dec. 19 - Candy Cane Day (Wear Red and White)
- Dec. 20 - Ugly or Cozy Holiday Sweater Day
- Dec. 21 - Holiday Cheer (Wear Santa or Elf hat, Holiday lights, Reindeer antlers)
- Dec. 22-Jan. 1 - NO SCHOOL
Support the kids at Cornwall when you shop at Weis!
Weis 4 School Rewards: To sign up for the program, just scan your Weis club card at Weis, then the attached barcode in this document: Weis Flyer. You only need to do this one time. Then every time you scan your Weis Club card we will get points and those points will turn into money that will support our teachers and students.
Your 2023-24 board members are:
- President: Mike Brunner
- Vice President: Erik Soulliard
- Recording secretary: Melissa Monk
- Communications secretary: Nancy Soulliard
- Treasurers: Jaime Hanssen and Meridith Hardisty
Join the PTO to help provide learning enrichment opportunities for our kids
The PTO is a large part of what makes Cornwall Elementary the amazing place it is for our kids. We have awesome teachers and awesome administrators but the PTO is the backbone that runs and supports all the special events like the Christmas Shop, Cornwall Reads, Movie Nights, Skating Parties, the Cornwalk Fun Run and Festival and the Garden. We fund field trips and special treats like the ventriloquist show before Christmas last year and the dunking booth at the Cornwalk. Your support of our fundraisers is always amazing BUT it's the parent volunteers that make ALL these things happen. Come out and join us in making these great things happen for all the students at Cornwall. They can't happen without you!