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Book Fair and Book Drive April 18-22
The annual Spring Book Fair is coming up soon! Students will have previews with their classroom throughout the week. The easiest way to shop is to create your eWallet through the Scholastic website.
We can’t hold the book fair without your help! Please sign up to staff the fair as soon as you can. This is such a fun way to get inside the school and see the kids! https://countrymeadowspto.membershiptoolkit.com/volunteer/83309.
We are also holding a Book Donation Drive through Bernie’s Book Bank. The winning classroom with the most books donated will receive a Book Fair shopping certificate! The book drive starts TODAY.
1st and 2nd Grade Movie Night on April 22
We are at risk of having to cancel this! We need volunteers to staff the event. Please SIGN UP today!
There is still time to order tickets for the 1st and 2nd Grade Movie Night! Tickets will also be available at the door. Cash or check only please. Preorder on MTK.
Please plan to drop off students before 6 p.m. and pick up at 8 p.m., at the latest.
Kids can bring blankets or sleeping bags to get cozy or chairs will be provided. Popcorn, fruit snacks, and water will be served.
We still need volunteers to supervise the kids and run the event. Please email us ~ http://[email protected] ~ to volunteer.
Science Fair Sign-up Deadline is April 22
There is still time to submit an application for the PTO-sponsored annual Science Fair. Deadline to submit an application is April 22. The fair will be held May 11 at 5:30 p.m.
Please join us in celebrating inquisitive minds as our children explore their scientific interests with experiments and presentations.
The Country Meadows Science Fair is open to all students grades 3-5. Applicants can either be an individual or group (up to 4 students). One submission form per group. Projects must be completed by the student(s). One project board, one medal and one white lab coat will be provided to each student who registers by the deadline.
https://countrymeadowspto.membershiptoolkit.com/volunteer/60569
5th Grade Night Out
Kildeer and Country Meadows PTOs are hosting a 5th Grade Night Out on Friday, April 29, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Country Meadows Elementary School (6360 Gilmer Road in Long Grove). The cost is $15.
For more information, visit Membership Toolkit at https://countrymeadowspto.membershiptoolkit.com/volunteer/60569.
5th Grade Spirit Wear Here!
Attention 5th grade families!
With the end of the school year approaching, there is a new set of spirit wear designs that are perfect for soon-to-be graduates from all school levels. They will make for great gifts as well!
Shop at: https://1stplace.sale/33277
Save the Date (May 19)
Mark your calendars! The End of Year Party is scheduled for May 19! The whole school and their families are invited to spend time together and have fun! We will have a DJ and Kona Ice!
More details to come!
Also save the date for the 5th Grade Party.
School Supply Kits Now Available
School supplies are available. It’s your quick, easy, and affordable solution, arranged by the PTO.
Shop at: www.shopttkits.com; use Code 15292.
Stay connected!
Find us at:
- Country Meadows PTO BLOG
- Country Meadows PTO INSTAGRAM
- Country Meadows Facebook PAGE
- Country Meadows Facebook GROUP
- Contact Us: [email protected]
- PTO iCal: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/ecqjgejhtbqkgi21igc1tq0o2g%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics
~ Contributed by Julia Cherner, Country Meadows PTO