Happy New Year!!
Be sure to read the Ivy Hall PTO Blog every week to learn about the exciting ways families can get involved in PTO activities.
Volunteer for Special Lunch, Frozen Treat Friday & Valentine’s Day Parties
The success of PTO activities depends on “You,” our volunteers. There are many exciting ways in which you can get involved.
Volunteering opportunities for Winter/Spring Special Lunch & Frozen Treat Friday and Valentine’s Day Parties will become available on Saturday, January 11th @ 9 am. These are on a first-come, first-served basis, so please mark your calendars.
Valentine’s Day Parties will be held on Friday, February 14, 10:30 - 11:45 am, due to the half day school schedule. Ivy Hall PTO will be treating all classes to a special entertainment performance for 20 minutes and the party will be held for 20 minutes in the classroom. We’re excited for this unique and special opportunity.
If you have any questions about responsibilities or time commitments, please email [email protected].
Join us at World Wide Wildcats and Celebrate the Cultures of Ivy Hall
On January 30th from 6:30-8:00 pm, we will showcase the many cultures represented at Ivy Hall.
There is no cost to attend and no sign-up is necessary. This is an event for your entire family - siblings welcome.
This is the last chance for families who would like to share crafts, games, clothing, artifacts and/or traditions from their culture to sign up. Participants may also do a short performance (dance, music, etc.). If you are interested in participating, please fill out the form at http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto
Register Now for Parent Night Out on January 17 - Tacos & More!
We’re excited to offer a new event - Parent Night Out. Join us on Friday, January 17, for a night of food and fun with other Ivy Hall parents. $10 per adult includes appetizers and soft drinks. Drink specials and full menu available for purchase. Register by January 12 at http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto
Last Chance To Order: Purchase Frozen Treat Friday & Special Lunch Cards by January 10
Frozen Treat Friday & Special Lunch can now be purchased for January through May 2025. Orders due January 10th at http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto
Photo Request
Thank you to all of our volunteers who planned Winter Parties for the classrooms. Please email photos from the party at the highest resolution (largest size) possible to [email protected] - photos may be used in the Yearbook.
Ivy Hall Yearbooks for 2024-2025 on sale
Ivy Hall Yearbooks may now be purchased at http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto.
Yearbooks were NOT sold at registration at D96 elementary schools. This is your opportunity to purchase them.
SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming events!
Mark your calendar and plan to join us at an upcoming event:
- Fri, Jan 17, Parent Night Out
- Thur, Jan 30, World Wide Wildcats - Cultural Night
- Thur, Feb 13, Ivy Hall PTO Board Meeting
- Fri, Feb 14, Valentines Day Class Parties
View our full year calendar
Our 2024-2025 calendar is posted! Head on over to http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto and save the dates for all of our exciting activities throughout the year!
Get social with us!
Get the updates on what’s happening on our Facebook page! LIKE our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram at http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto
ONGOING IVY HALL PTO FUNDRAISERS
Ivy Hall Spirit Wear
Our Ivy Hall Spirit Wear store is open year ‘round. Shirts, sweatshirts, and more can be purchased for both children and adults.
Shop online at http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto
Winter Weather is here - don’t lose your hat, gloves, etc - Get durable name labels.
Does your Wildcat have a knack for losing their personal belongings? Do you want to keep track of all of your winter gear?
Get yourself some durable name labels from Mabel’s Labels and support Ivy Hall PTO! Mabel’s Labels has labels for all ages (including adults) and they stick to most common surfaces (and survive the dishwasher & washer/dryer). Head over to http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto and click on the Mabel’s Labels link to get started!
FUN FACT: 97% of items with name labels that end up in the Lost & Found end up making their way back to Ivy Hall students!
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Turn Grocery Shopping Into Cash for Ivy Hall PTO!
Earn money for Ivy Hall PTO by grocery shopping. No more clipping Box Tops! Just download the Box Tops for Education app and scan your receipt after grocery shopping. Participating stores include Jewel-Osco, Whole Foods, Marianos, Walmart*, Target, Costco and Sam’s Club. You can also shop online and upload your receipt on the app.
Find the link to download the app at http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto
*Walmart can now be linked to your Box Tops app. If you order on Walmart.com or use the Walmart App, qualifying items will automatically be redeemed on the Box Tops app!
Beautify your home and support the Ivy Hall PTO
Support our ongoing fundraiser in partnership with North Shore Plant Club. The North Shore Plant Club’s mission is to make gardening more accessible to the community. You can purchase a wide range of plants at near wholesale prices. Ivy Hall PTO will receive a portion of your purchase.
Joining the club is free and gives you access to great prices and a huge selection of plants that arrive fresh from the growers, all while shopping from the convenience of your home. When you join North Shore Plant Club and purchase a plant using our special link below, 5% of the proceeds go to the Ivy Hall School PTO.
Feel free to share the link with your friends, family and neighbors so everyone can benefit from this incredible opportunity, and support the fundraiser. Orders can be placed various times between April and October. There are Plant Club pick up locations in Buffalo Grove, Barrington, Glenview, Deerfield, Lake Forest, Libertyville, Naperville, Skokie/Evanston, Wilmette and Winnetka.
You’ll be notified by email when each sale begins. You can also view upcoming sale dates on the North Shore Plant Club website. To join, visit http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto and click on the North Shore Plant Club Sign Up link.