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October 13, 2022
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What's New From Your Morse PTO
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WISDOM OF THE WEEK
"October is a symphony of permanence and change."
-Bonaro W. Overstreet
"October is a symphony of permanence and change."
-Bonaro W. Overstreet
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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Morse PTO is looking to fill the following positions immediately. Not Too Late to Be a Part of Five Schools, One Family Homecoming Tailgate Five Schools, One Family will have its own tailgate section at the BVSW Homecoming game on Friday, October 14th at their home field (Blue Valley District Activities Complex located at 16200 Antioch in Overland Park) . We could use another volunteer to pass out stress balls and other trinkets at the Morse tailgating table from 5:00-6:45pm. Email Sara Knag for more details or to volunteer. Wow! Did You See the Third Grade Musical??? If you missed the Third Grade musical "Hawaiian Beach Party," you missed one great show. The audience laughed, cried, and admired the hard work of the talented students and Ms. Morrison. These productions would not be possible without our wonderful music teacher AND the volunteers who support her by gathering supplies, helping with stage decoration, doing performance prep, and organizing the seat raffle. We are STILL looking for someone (or a group) who can help Ms. Morrison with the first-grade performance. Click the Sign-Up Genius to help. In addition, if you are a second, fourth, or fifth grade parent who would like to help with your student's musical, email Lisa Wedel. Be a Marksman this November We need Morse Marksman mascot volunteers for November, the perfect month to don a warm costume and a giant head to remind students to be thankful and make the most of their day. Check out the Sign-Up Genius to get your turn. Looking for Family Supper Organizer Most people at the school do not remember the days of our Family Supper event. This community activity takes place on an evening of the Morse Book Fair, and we are looking for someone to bring back the tradition. In year's past, the organizer of this event has brought in a caterer to do a pancake dinner available for purchase. Families dined together and then visited the Book Fair to snatch up their favorite reads or holiday gifts. This year, the Book Fair is November 9-11. Morse PTO is open to a variation of this event: the last year we held an event on an evening of the Morse Book Fair, it was a hot cocoa and cookie bar for families to enjoy a sweet treat before or after shopping. Interested in making this happen? Click the Sign-Up Genius to help, or email Lisa Wedel if you have questions. Take a look at all of our volunteer needs by checking out our 2022-2023 Morse PTO Events Sign-Up . 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. |
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GET TO KNOW YOUR MORSE PTO BOARD
NAME: Rachel Grindle POSITION: VP Fundraising WHAT I DO: Organize Morse Spirit Nights at stores and restaurants; update and distribute Take Stock literature as well as coordinate Take Stock fundraising efforts STUDENTS: Aiden (3rd), Wyatt (Kindergarten) FUN FACT(S) ABOUT ME: "I rode a rollercoaster this summer for the first time in 16 years." |
Left to right: Mrs. Gonzalez, Mrs. Payne, and Ms. Frager
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FEW OF OUR FAVORITES
For the next several issues of What's Up, we will be introducing you to Morse staff. Check out some of the favorites things of the favorite people in our students' lives ! Meet the Second Grade Teachers Mrs. Gonzalez Favorite Things: KU Jayhawks, Cricut, unsweetened tea, Chick-fil-A Classroom Wishes: "Officer Buckle and Gloria" book, magnetic spice rack shelves, "Fiona's Lace" book, burlap magnetic border Mrs. Payne Favorite Things: Canva, Starbucks, going to the movies, reading Classroom Wishes: Spot It Junior Animals card game, Uno, Roxenda speed cube set, Neoformers building tiles Ms. Frager Favorite Things: Red Door, manicures, going to the movies, KU Jayhawks Classroom Wishes: books (check Amazon Wishlist), legos, Crayola Take Note Dry erase markers, and erasers Check out more on the second grade teachers' wishlists and find links to items. Remember that you can find Amazon Wishlists and Favorite Things lists on our website for all staff members. These are great resources for holidays, birthdays, appreciation days, or just-to-support-you days. |
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DON'T FORGET
Morse Skate Night Tonight Join us tonight Thursday, October 13th from 6-8pm at Skate City in Overland Park for a rollin' good time. See the image to get all the details regarding price, rentals, dinner, and more! Get your "Five Schools, One Family" Spirit Wear You can now order a "Five Schools, One Family" t-shirt that shows your support of the entire Blue Valley Southwest community and feeder schools. Get yours today for community events, spirit days, and more! "Protect the Pack," and order today through the BVSW PTO Store. "Five School, One Family" Homecoming Week Activities Continue We hope that you were able to attend the BVSW Trunk or Treat and Homecoming Bonfire last night. The fun continues with the BVSW Homecoming Parade today at 10:30am near the campus and the "Five Schools, One Family" tailgate before the football game tomorrow at 5:00pm. Note that the football game is at the ANT-DAC location at Blue Valley District Activities Complex (16200 Antioch in Overland Park).
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GOOD TO KNOW
BVSW Theatre Camp 2022 Is your student interested in learning what actors, dancers, puppeteers, and technicians do to put on a major production? K-5 students have the chance to work on lighting and set building, build their own puppet, and learn choreography from actors in order to perform at the matinee intermission of "The Little Mermaid" on November 19th. The camp takes place on Saturday, November 12th and costs $40. See the image for more information. Questions? Email bvswbbb@gmail.com or text 913-638-5089. Morse Spirit Wear Will Be in Soon (PROMISE) Thanks to everyone who ordered Morse spirit wear. Unfortunately, our vendor has been encountering shipping and inventory delays. However, we are in contact with the company every few days to get an update. As a reminder, spirit wear will be delivered to the school and sent home with your student. Main Event: Morse Family Fun Night Join us on Sunday, October 30th from 4-8pm at the Main Event in Olathe for a fun community event. Show up and do as little or as much as you would like. The best part is that students do not have school the following day! Click the image for more information. Remember that 20% of proceeds come back to the Morse PTO. Help Us Hit the Mark: Donate to Take Stock We are still working to hit our $8,000 goal for Take Stock. Teachers and staff will be submitting grants soon. Help us reach our goal by donating to Take Stock through ParentVue or Venmo (@MorseElementary-PTO). |
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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.
The mission of the Morse Elementary PTO is to promote and encourage a
student-centered environment with strong community connections.