Parent-Teacher-Student Organization (PTSO)

Parent-Teacher-Student Organization (PTSO)
What is the Parent Teacher Staff Organization?

Overview

The Caleb Greenwood Parent Teacher Staff Organization is a collaborative of parents, teachers and administrators. We provide a communication link between the parents and staff at the school and work to fund enrichment programs for students. 

What does the PTSO do?

We raise money for programs, activities, and staff support at Caleb Greenwood.  Financial support from the PTSO is critical to Caleb retaining our International Baccalaureate status.  For instance, our art and music programs are funded largely through the PTSO.  We also contribute to field trips, community events, and more.

Who is the PTSO? 

You are already a member of the PTSO! There are no dues nor is there an application.  Please join one of our meetings!  There are many ways to contribute to Caleb through the PTSO that don’t involve serving on the board or committing to significant time or money. 

How can I get involved? 

In addition to attending PTSO meetings and volunteering for events during the academic year, you can reach out anytime to calebgreenwoodptso@gmail.com with opinions, questions, or anything else. We are here to strengthen our community and your opinion matters.

Who are the 2023-2024 officers?

 

President Shana Nijjar (two more years in term)

Vice President Tracey Weinstein (one more year in term)

Treasurer Kelly Parks (two more years in term)

Secretary Nancy Castignetti (two more years in term)

Member at Large – Looking for someone to take on this role

Parliamentarian Elise Brown (one more year in term)

Auditor Julie Garrison (two more years in term)

 

To support Caleb Greenwood’s PTSO, simply print and return the donation form linked HERE or donate online using one of the buttons below.”

Thank you for supporting our school!

 

As per our bylaws for the Caleb Greenwood PTSO, for the 2024-2025 Year,  the nominees who have been submitted to fill vacancies on the PTSO board are listed below. We will be voting on them at the general meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 31. 2024 at 5:30PM. 

Should anyone else wish to submit their name for the vote, they may do so and then an official vote will take place. 

 

Vice President: Jessica Harold

Treasurer: Kelly Parks

Auditor: Julie Garrison

Secretary: Tracey Weinstein

Member at Large: Amy Botill

Parliamentarian: Pending Nomination by the President

2024-25 Yearbook

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Yearbooks Now Available for Pre-Sale!

Want to save $10?

Order your Caleb Greenwood 2024-25 yearbook at the $30 early bird price until December 31, 2024. 

The price will increase to $40 on Jan 1, 2025. Sales close on February 28, 2025. 

Place your order now, to guarantee a yearbook for your student in June. The yearbook committee appreciates your proactivity in ordering your yearbook early. 

Please reach out with any questions, thanks!

Order a 2024-25 yearbook

Join a PTSO Committee!
“We already have enough PTSO volunteers,” said no one ever.

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Interested in being more involved with Caleb Greenwood next year? Join PTSO or chair a committee! 

 

Dedicated teachers, staff, and families help make Caleb Greenwood Elementary a great school!  Join us – it’s rewarding, it’s important, and it’s fun! There are jobs that take no more than a couple hours a month, some that are seasonal, and a few that require a routine commitment.

 

While a lot about the 2021-2022 school year is still unknown, PTSO is hopeful that we will be adding more community events to the calendar. All committee chair positions can be shared and the listed event dates are subject to change.

 

To nominate yourself or to learn more, please contact Nicole Purcell at calebgreenwoodptso@gmail.com by Friday, May 21st.

 

2021-2022 PTSO Committees

Co-Treasurer​ - Bylaws allow for two treasurers. Work with president to create projected budget, process reimbursements/payments, produce monthly Treasurer’s Report for PTSO board meetings, bank deposits and general account maintenance, coordination of annualincometaxfilingwithCPA,liaisonwithvicepresidentandothereventleadsforeventpettycash/paymentneeds.(​Effort: significant year-round commitment but effort fluctuates based on events scheduled)

Auditor​ – ​Performs mid year and end of year audits, compares bank statements, receipts and accounting spreadsheets from the treasurer to ensure accuracy (reconciliation), ensures that all PTSO funds are accounted for and special projects as assigned by the board. ​(Effort: 1-2 hours per month, including attending monthly board meetings)

Chairs:


Barnes & Noble Book Fair:​ Act as liaison with Barnes & Noble staff to secure date of the in-store event, coordinate student activities to draw traffic to the store and recruit volunteers to staff information station at the store. 1-2 co-chairs. Usually held in late November or early December to capture holiday sales. Planning begins in late October, minimal effort required.

 

Jog-A-Thon:​ Secure sponsorships, set up online fundraising pages with 99 Pledges, coordinate prizes, event promotion, etc. Jog-a-thon that is generally held in early October.

 

Passive Fundraising:​ Organize the various community business fundraising opportunities and promote them throughout the year. 1-2 co-chairs required for on-going passive fundraising opportunities throughout the year.

 

Spring Auction:​ Usually held in late March or April. 2 co-chairs. Significant planning including event space and procurement begins in November. Involves a large committee with project leaders for various areas. Effort is substantial, especially the two months prior to the event. Time spent depends on how work is divided and how roles are assigned.

 

Staff Appreciation Week:​ Coordinate daily recognition for Staff Appreciation Week in May. Organizes healthy treats for staff during conference weeks in November and March. 1-2 co chairs with volunteers as needed. Planning begins in April.