April 20, 2022 
What's New From Your Morse PTO
WISDOM OF THE WEEK
"As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands--one for helping yourself, the other for helping others."
-Audrey Hepburn
2 HOURS OF POWER VOLUNTEER CHALLENGE
We have MANY volunteer needs over the next month. We CHALLENGE you to sign up for AT LEAST ONE WAY to help our school community during this exciting and busy time! 

Give the Daddy-Daughter Dance Committee a Hand
Denim and Pearls: Daddy-Daughter Dance is just 10 days away! The event committee could use some volunteers to put the finishing touches on this special night out for students and their families.  Are you a whiz at balloon arches? Savvy with a camera? Available to help with set up? Visit the Sign-Up Genius to see the list of daddy-daughter dance needs. 

Carnival Help Needed
The Morse Carnival is BACK and looking for volunteers. Three ways you can help:
  • Volunteer for a portion of the event: Can you spare an hour on the day of Carnival? Don't worry! You'll still have time to enjoy the carnival with your family. However,  we need adult volunteers to help us during the event. Check out the Adult Volunteer Sign Up.
  • Volunteer Your Son or Daughter: Do you have an older student or group of students who may need community service hours? Most of our Carnival is run with student volunteers. See the Youth Volunteer Sign Up. 
  • Sign Up to Donate to the Cake Walk: Circles of children will once again be competing to win and bring home delicious baked goods. Click the Cake Walk Sign-Up Genius to volunteer to bring baked goods to the school drop off line on May 5th or May 6th.

Help Us Spoil the Morse Staff 
Staff Appreciation Week is May 2-6. After all the Morse staff has done to keep our kids healthy and happy this year, we look forward to recognizing their efforts all week. Please visit the Staff Appreciation Week Sign Up to see how you can help show our teachers and staff how much we appreciate them. 

Looking Forward to Next Year 
​We appreciate all of you who have volunteered your time and talents by signing up to join a committee or lead an event this year. The Morse PTO is beginning to plan for next year. Check out our 2022-2023 Morse PTO Events Sign-Up to figure out how you can help. Volunteering is a great way to build community and have input in your student's elementary school experience. Questions? Please feel free to email us. ​

We Have 3 Marksman Mascot Mondays that Need Filled!
Help our students and staff finish the year right.  We currently have 3 Marksman Mascot Mondays that need filled. Can you help us bring school pep to the last quarter? It takes 15 minutes but gives students and staff smiles all day! Visit the Sign Up Genius today to sign up for your Monday.
DON'T FORGET
RSVP for Daddy-Daughter Dance and Mother Son Events
​Get ready for a special night out with your student. The 2022 Daddy-Daughter Dance is on April 30th at Camelot Ballroom from 7:00-9:00pm, and the Mother-Son Event is on May 13th at AMF College Lanes from 6:00-8:00pm. Be sure to get your bowling night swag by purchasing a Morse tumbler and/or Mother-Son event water bottle stickers. The deadline for registering or purchasing for these events is TODAY. Visit the Morse PTO Events page to print an RSVP form, contact an event chair, or get more information. 

We recognize that this last nine weeks is packed with PTO fun, and we appreciate your attention to deadlines, your participation as we work to bring back events that have been cancelled or postponed for 2 years, and your generosity as you volunteer or donate.  We are SO grateful for you! Please note that special accommodations for financial assistance to attend the events are available through Mrs Mulholland. 
GOOD TO KNOW
You Can Still Order Carnival Punchcards and Wristbands
While t-shirt orders are closed,  you CAN still order wristbands for inflatables, game punchcards, and dunk tank chances on the website until Friday, April 29th.  Click here to read more about the carnival and place your order. Questions? Contact Denise Todd.

School Supply Shop Open
​SHOP NOW for next year's school supplies. Avoid the stores and get all of your school supply shopping done online. EPI school supply packs contain all of the items and brands our teachers require. Not only is it convenient for you, but it is a fundraiser to help our school. Each pack is delivered to school and available at School Supply Drop Off night. Order now with our School ID: MOR082 (3 letters, 3 numbers).  Deadline to order is June 26th. Click on the image for more information, or order supplies here. ​

Thank Our Trivia Night Sponsors
Wow! We are so grateful to those who attended and supported the Morse PTO Trivia Event: Night at the Movies. It was a smashing success and raised over $20,000 for new basketball hoops and soccer goals.  Please take a moment to review our list of generous donors who made the event possible. Bravo!!

Morse PTO 2022-2023 Board Positions 
Last call for volunteers who are interested in serving on the Morse PTO Board for the 2022-2023 school year. At present, all positions are running unopposed. To be eligible to run for a board position, you must currently be a member of the Morse PTO (meaning you paid the $30 PTO dues this school year). Since we will not be holding an election meeting in person, look for an email from Morse Elementary next week to complete the election process. Please email the Board if you are interested, have questions, or want more information. 

The following candidates are slated to be on the ballot:
​​President                                                          VP Social Activities
Brooke Johnson                                            Jessica Frasier

VP Communications                                 Treasurer 1
Andrea Niermeier                                       Kristen Kuhlen

VP FUNdraising                                           Treasurer 2
Rachel Grindle                                              Brandi Harms

Secretary                                                          Volunteer Coordinator
Claire Payne                                                    Lisa Wedel
SAVE THE DATE
BVEF Night of Lights--April 22nd, 6:00-9:00pm at BV District Office Campus
For more information about this exciting night please click the link.
Family Fun Math Night--April 27th, 6:30-7:30pm at Morse Elementary

Head back to school for a fun-filled night focused on math! Open your mind and eyes to the joy of mathematics through creative and engaging math tasks. 

Daddy/Daughter Dance--April 30th 7:00-9:00pm at Camelot Ballroom
Wear your favorite fancy fit or attend in your comfiest jeans. Either way, plan on attending this year's Daddy/Daughter dance: Denim and Pearls. 

Morse Carnival--May 6th, 5:00-8:00pm at Morse Elementary
Join us for this family fun event with food trucks, bounce houses, games, and more! 

Mother-Son Event--May 13th, 6:00-8:00pm at AMF College Lanes
Bowling, pizza, photo booth, and a LOT of fun! Plan to attend this special night out with your student.
It's a great day to be a Marksman!
The mission of the Morse Elementary PTO is to promote and encourage a
​student-centered environment with strong community connections.