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Originally delivered on 11/12/2023 1:01 pm

SUBJECT: PTO Meeting Nov 16th

T/E Middle School

Nov 12th Newsletter

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Monday Nov 13th, 2023

Please join us for this month's PTO meeting, scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov 16th. Check in at the TEMS main office.

In this edition of the Blast:

  • Stock the Pantry 
  • Book Swap
  • Winter Sports
  • School Store needs you
  • Joe Corbi's Fundraiser
  • Welcoming Committee Coffee
  • Community News
Stock the Pantry

Please join us in thanking our amazing teachers and staff by contributing to our "Stock the Pantry" event! We are stocking the teachers' lounge with treats and snacks in preparation for their busy week of fall conferences starting Nov 21st. Click on the Amazon wishlist to quickly and easily send a package of goodies that will be dropped off to the staff for the start of conferences. 

Please plan to order in time for items to be received by Becky Ormsbee on or before 11/19. Becky will ensure the items get to the teachers’ lounge on 11/20 in time for the start of conferences. Make sure to select "Rebecca Ormsbee's Gift Registry Address" for the shipping address at checkout. Thanks!


https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/6RYXR8N6NA8L?ref_=list_d_wl_lfu_nav_4

We are calling all Bulldogs to gather your gently used middle school and young adult level books for the 2023 TEMS Book Swap. You can drop off your books in bins at the front and back entrances and students will have the opportunity to "shop" for books to take home and read. There is no cost! This is a great opportunity to clean out your bookshelves and find new books to read -- just in time for winter break!

 Drop off dates: Monday, 11/20 - Tuesday, 12/5

Book Swap Browsing days: during lunch and activity December 6, 7 and 8

 

We need volunteers to help sort the books on Tuesday, 12/5 and to supervise the Book Swap during lunch and activity periods on 12/6 - 12/8. Volunteers must have clearances on file with the district. If you are able to help, please sign up here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0A48A4AA2CA5F94-45830075-tems or contact Kerry Reed at kerrymcnabbreed@gmail.com or Jess Melniczak at jmelniczak@gmail.com

Winter Sports

Winter Sports PIAA paperwork is now available on PowerSchool Parent Portal.

All boys interested in trying out for the basketball team must have all paperwork completed in ParentPortal Power School by the first day of tryouts on Tuesday, November 14. If you played a fall sport, you must complete a recertification form and if you have not yet played a sport this year, you must complete all forms. Instructions for completing the forms are available here: Athletics / Participation paperwork and injury information (tesd.net)

Boys basketball tryouts will take place November 14, 15, and 16 and girls basketball tryouts are on November 28, 29, and 30. Wrestling practice will begin November 28. 

Please contact Mrs. Sarvas at sarvasm@tesd.net or 610-240-1204 if you have any questions.

TEMS School Store

The School Store is managed and operated by parent volunteers. Students are welcome to shop during lunch hour on Tuesdays and Thursdays. All school supplies are sold at the store including spirit wear (as available) and other fun items. 

We are looking for volunteers to help with the school store. Volunteering at the school store is a great opportunity to see middle school kids in action and help the PTO. Background clearance is needed for volunteering for the school store. Here is a link on details regarding clearance (Volunteer Background Clearance). 

If you have background clearance please sign up using the link below.

School Store Volunteer Signup

Joe Corbi's Fundraiser

TEMS PTO has just launched our new fundraiser with delicious gourmet foods from Joe Corbi's! Click on this link https://joecorbi.com/register-participant/ and use our Organization ID # 22243 to create an account and place your order. Stock up on bake-at-home pizza kits, soft pretzel nuggets, cookie dough, and much more! Place your order now through Monday, November 20th. Your order will be available for pickup at school the afternoon of Tuesday, December 12th - just in time for holiday entertaining! 

View the catalog here: https://www.flipsnack.com/smartfr/joecorbi_2023-u82cbo25s4/full-view.html     

Catalogs have also been sent home with your child with the option of sending in your written order and a check back to their homeroom teacher.

Welcoming Committee Coffee

This Friday, Nov. 17th is the next Welcoming Committee meeting. The meeting is from 9:30 am to 11:30 am at Panera Bread in Gateway Shopping Center (267 Swedesford Road, Wayne). Newcomers and veteran TEMS parents are welcome to drop in for any portion of the time to connect with other parents and share ideas. 

Please email Karen at karenzamperini@gmail.com if you have any questions or to RSVP.

Upcoming Events
Thursday, November 16
9:30a TEMS- PTO Mtg.
Friday, November 17
9:30a Welcoming Committee Coffee Meet
Tuesday, November 21
Half day: elementary/middle school conferences, grades 1-8, no kindergarten
Wednesday, November 22
No School
Thursday, November 23
No School
Friday, November 24
No School
Monday, November 27
Districtwide Parent Conference Day - No School for Students
Tuesday, December 12
9:30a TEMS- Gr. 7/8 Winter Concert Assembly
Community News

Please  visit   www.conestogawrestling.com  for  more  information

Disclaimer: TEMS PTO is not responsible for the activities or events of outside organizations. Local community organizations that primarily serve TEMS students may submit a request to have information posted in the Community News section of the PTO Blast by sending an email to temspto@gmail.com.

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