January 12, 2022 
What's New From Your Morse PTO
WISDOM OF THE WEEK
" I hope you realize that every day is a fresh start for you. That every sunrise is a new chapter in your life waiting to be written." --Juansen Dizon
2 HOURS OF POWER VOLUNTEER CHALLENGE
THANKS SO MUCH
We appreciate all who have stepped up to bring beloved events back to Morse this spring semester.  Mother/Son, Daddy/Daughter, Trivia Night, and Carnival committees are all up and running. Do you want to help with one of these spring events? Sign up here or email us. 

Temperatures are Cold but our Marksman Mascot Costume is Warm
​Students and caregivers alike have enjoyed the school spirit of our Marksman mascot on Monday mornings.  We currently have no one signed up for Monday, January 31. Help us bring fun and school spirit to the new year. Visit the Sign Up Genius today to sign up for your Monday.
DON'T FORGET
Celebrate Marksmen Mondays 
Remember that each Monday is Marksman Monday, so lay out those Morse clothes Sunday night. Help us bring school spirit and unity to the Morse school community each week!
GOOD TO KNOW
Daddy/Daughter Dance POSTPONED until April 
 With the surge in Covid cases over the holidays, Morse PTO has decided to move the Daddy-Daughter dance to later in the semester to ensure we are past the peak. We are committed to hosting safe, fun events for Morse families and are staying vigilant to the dynamic conditions in our community. Thank you for your understanding and stay tuned for more details soon!
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Blue Valley Educational Foundation (BVEF) Hosts Battle of the Bands
The Blue Valley Educational Foundation (BVEF) is holding its 10th Anniversary Battle of the Bands at RC's Back Door and Grill (330 E. 135th, Martin City) on February 26, 2022. The doors open at 5:00 pm, and the bands start at 6:00. This adult night out features 5 former parent champion bands who will perform for Best Blue Valley Band! This event raises money to support district-wide music programs.  Sponsorships are available now: click here for information and pledge form. Get your business or a group of friends to sponsor or reserve a table for the night. Individual tickets can be purchased here.

Donations are being collected for silent auction baskets. Morse will be donating a basket (min. $200 value), and we are requesting gift cards to local restaurants or entertainment. If you have connections to local establishments and can get a gift card donated, please email Brooke Johnson at bemery01@gmail.com for the Non-Profit Tax ID , collection arrangements, or to follow up with questions.
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SAVE THE DATE
Class Valentine's Day Parties--Friday, February 14th
Stay tuned for more details about what the Valentine's Day parties will look like this year. 

PTO General Meeting--Thursday, February 24th
Join us for our next general PTO meeting to learn more about what we are doing, give your input, and hear from a guest speaker on a topic voted on by our Morse community. ​
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.