Key Middle School PTA Board, 2011-12
Liz McGhan, President
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Terri Flowers Bull, Vice President
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Alison Stafford, Treasurer
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Debbie Medding, Secretary
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2011-12 PTA Meeting Dates:
(7:00 pm in the school library)
February 9th
March 8th
April 12th
May 10th
June 14th
ANNOUNCEMENTS
PTA Meeting - February 9th, 7:00pm in the library
Please join us for our guest speaker, Tiffany Min, Key's After-School Program Specialist. She will be discussing service learning requirements and various programs taking place at our school. We will also be planning upcoming PTA events such as the Key vs. Lee Faculty Basketball game in March and the PTA Bingo Night in April. From more information, please contact PTA President, Liz McGhan.
Market Days Fundraiser:
MARKET DAY - GREAT FOOD and an easy way to raise MONEY FOR KEY! Key Middle School is participating again this year in a fundraising food program called Market Day. Each month you can purchase restaurant quality food products and Key
Middle School will earn profit on your purchases. Last year we raised almost $1,500 for the school. You can find out more about Market Day and even order online at www.marketday.com. Order sheets will also be sent home with students every month and are available in the main office.
We have teamed up with Springfield Estates Elementary School and will share their account number and pickup location, but 100% of the profit from YOUR order will go to Key Middle School.
Please take a few minutes to visit the Market Day website and place an order. Our account number is 16604. If you have any questions, please contact Sally McColl at sallymccoll@gmail.com or 703-644-4611. All orders are picked up at SPRINGFIELD ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
These are the order deadline and pickup dates for the rest of the school year:
Return order form to Key: |
Order Online by: |
Pick up Date: |
|---|---|---|
| October 31st | November 3rd | November 9th |
| November 28th | December 1st | December 7th |
| January 9th | January 12th | January 18th |
| February 6th | February 9th | February 15th |
| March 5th | March 8th | March 14th |
| April 9th | April 12th | April 18th |
| May 7th | May 10th | May 16th |
| June 4th | June 7th | June 13th |
MEMBERSHIP
Parental involvement increases students’ success, regardless of factors like economic status, background, or parents’ education levels. Research shows that when parents are involved, students have:
- Higher grades, test scores, and graduation rates
- Better school attendance
- Greater enrollment rates in postsecondary education
- Increased motivation and better self-esteem
- More positive attitudes and behaviors
- Lower rates of suspension
- Decreased use of alcohol and other drugs
- Fewer instances of violent or antisocial behavior
One of the easiest ways to become involved in Key Middle School is to join the PTA (Parent Teacher Association). By helping parents become active in their children’s lives, your PTA membership helps level the playing field for all children and helps prevent children from engaging in risky behaviors. Key Middle School PTA provides cultural and community programs, planners for the students, volunteers and funding for school events such as the Turkey Trot and 8th Grade Day, and supplies and hospitality for teachers.
Key Middle School PTA is a member of National PTA which boasts over 6 million members and is the largest child advocacy organization in the United States. This allows us to be a voice for children by communicating with local, state, and national decision makers for laws that affect our children.
PTA meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm in the library at Key. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. We would really appreciate the input of ALL parents of Key Middle School students. Although PTA members are not required to attend our meetings, they are a good way to learn about activities or issues at the school. The PTA is the major vehicle through which parents enhance and enrich students’ experiences at Key Middle School. An active PTA is essential to our partnership with the school and the administration in supporting the current and future environment of our school.
We invite you to become a member of our growing team of parents who are committed to working together to enhance the learning experience for all our students. We strongly urge ALL parents to show their support for Key Middle School by joining the PTA. Dues are $7 per adult family member for the entire year. Please download the Membership form and send it in to the school with your payment.
Membership Form
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Last Updated:
February 2, 2012