SAVE THE DATE – Spa Day Fundraiser, April 22nd

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Support Blythe Park School and treat yourself at the Spa Day Fundraiser!

WHERE: Brennan Massage and Spa, Brookfield
WHEN: Sunday, April 22nd, sessions held from 4-8pm
COST: $50 per person for mini massages and mini facials, refreshments served

*Over 50% will be donated back to Blythe Park!

Additional details will be posted closer to the event date.

2018-2019 PTA Executive Board applications due March 1st.

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The Blythe Park PTA is looking for members who are interested in serving on the 2018-2019 Executive BoardPTA leadership positions are a great opportunity to help make decisions that enhance your child’s educational experience!

2018-2019 EXECUTIVE BOARD POSITIONS:
Listed below are the 2018-2019 Executive Board positions. Click on the following link for a full description of each position – Blythe Park PTA Officer Descriptions.

  • President
  • First Vice President (Membership and Volunteers)
  • Second Vice President (Academic Enrichment Programs)
  • Third Vice President (Fundraising)
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • Parliamentarian
  • Communications Officer

APPLICATION GUIDELINES:
Each term is one year. No person can serve more than two consecutive terms in the same position. Therefore, if an office holder has completed the one year term, he/she is welcome to apply for one more year in that same position.

However, it is mandatory that office holders seeking a second term in the same position, office holders seeking a different position on the executive board, and general members seeking a position on the Executive Board submit a formal application to be considered by the Nominating Committee.

*EVERY person desiring a position on the Blythe Park PTA Executive Board must submit a formal application. All applications are confidential and will only be discussed between members of the Nominating Committee.

2018 NOMINATING COMMITTEE:

  • Karen Magee – Chair
  • Gretchen Lupfer
  • Angela Staron
  • Kelley Migacz
  • Jill Crist
  • Maria D’Amico – Alternate

The Nominating Committee’s Proposed Slate will be presented at the March PTA General Membership Meeting and voted on at the April meeting. Elected officers will be installed at the May 2018 PTA General Membership meeting.

If interested – Please submit a completed application form to the Blythe Park Office by Thursday, March 1st. If more than one position interests you, please designate which position is your first choice. Applications can be obtained from the office or by clicking on the following link: PTA Executive Board Application 2018-2019

Questions? Please contact Maria D’Amico at (773)230-9205 or vmariadg@gmail.com

PTA Bylaws Update and Standing Rules Amendment

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FOR REVEW –

PTA BYLAWS 2018-2019
To keep our PTA in good standing, bylaws must be updated and submitted every two years. Click on the following link to view a copy of the updated Bylaws: Blythe Park PTA Bylaws 2018-2019


PTA STANDING RULES 2018-2019 – AMENDMENT
The following standing rule amendment was proposed and will be voted on at the general membership meeting on March 13th at 7pm:

Privacy Policy
Published member information in the directory is intended to facilitate communication between members. Use beyond this stated purpose, whether commercial in nature or otherwise, (including sale, solicitation, promotion, market research, surveying, etc.) is prohibited.

Click on the following link to view a full copy of the Standing Rules: Blythe Park PTA Standing Rules

Questions? Contact Maria D’Amico at vmariadg@gmail.com

PTA – Meeting, Bylaws and Standing Rules

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PTA MEETING – TUESDAY, 8:30am
This month’s PTA meeting is tomorrow Tuesday, February 13th at 8:30am in the lunch room. Please join us to hear about upcoming events.

The meeting minutes, agenda and treasurer’s report can be reviewed by clicking on the following links:

Questions? Contact Katie Ford at fordfamily4@rocketmail.com


PTA BYLAWS 2018-2019
To keep our PTA in good standing, bylaws must be updated and submitted every two years.  The bylaws have
been updated and are attached for general membership review.  The General Membership has 30 days to review the bylaws. The updated bylaws will be voted on during our general membership meeting on March 13th at 7pm.

Click on the following link to view a copy of the Bylaws: Blythe Park PTA Bylaws 2018-2019


PTA STANDING RULES 2018-2019 – AMENDMENT
The following standing rule amendment was proposed and will be voted on at the general membership meeting on March 13th at 7pm:

Privacy Policy
Published member information in the directory is intended to facilitate communication between members. Use beyond this stated purpose, whether commercial in nature or otherwise, (including sale, solicitation, promotion, market research, surveying, etc.) is prohibited.

Click on the following link to view a full copy of the Standing Rules: Blythe Park PTA Standing Rules

Questions? Contact Maria D’Amico at vmariadg@gmail.com

Fun Lunch rescheduled for this Thursday!

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Blythe Park PTA has rescheduled Fun Lunch for this Thursday, February 15th! The PTA will serve all students lunch at no cost to their families.

This year’s theme is “You Are My SUNSHINE”. The menu will feature homemade macaroni and cheese, plain noodles, oranges, carrots, orange sherbet, crystal light and water.

Early Learners and Kindergarteners are invited to join us for lunch too! **Each early learner and kindergartener must be accompanied by an adult guardian.

Questions? Contact Katie Ford at fordfamily4@rocketmail.com

Hauser PT0’s Annual Family Dinner on February 14th. Fifth graders are FREE!

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Hauser PTO’s Annual Pasta Dinner will be held on Wednesday, February 14th. Bring the whole family for pasta with sauce and meatballs, salad, fresh bread and homemade dessert.

DATE – Wednesday, February 14th
TIME – 5:00pm-7:00pm
WHERE – Hauser Cafeteria

COSTTickets are $5.00 per person if purchased by Monday, February 12th. After Feb. 12th, the ticket price will increase to $7.00. Fifth graders and children under age 5 are FREE with a paying adult. Tickets will also be sold at the door for $7.00 each.

Click on the CheddarUp button below to pay online or return the following form with check or cash – 2018 Hauser Pasta Dinner Form

HAUSER activities Wednesday evening include –
4:05-4:45pm – 7th & 8th Grade basketball game
5:00-7:00pm – PASTA DINNER
ALL NIGHT – Hauser’s Scholastic Book Fair in the library

Talent Show presentations during lunchtime – Tuesday, Feb. 20th

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All students who would like to participate in the Talent Show must present their act to the Talent Show Committee during their lunchtime next Tuesday, February 20th.

*Note – Please bring your music and permission slip.

Permission Slip – Each talent show participant MUST fill out the following registration form and permission slip: Talent Show Permission Slip 2018

Questions? Contact Mary Smith 708-447-7436

Learn more about the Special Recreation Association.

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Our neighboring communities (including Berwyn, Brookfield, and LaGrange) belong to a Special Recreation Association that combines resources to provide services for children and adults with special needs.

On February 15th, the Village Board is discussing the possibility of Riverside joining the West Suburban Special Recreation Association (WSSRA).

Information – Parents who are interested in learning more about this Association and how they can help can visit www.wssra.net and contact Lauren Sramek at hibbe.sramek@gmail.com or (312)451-4733

Hot Lunch is next Friday, February 23rd. Make online reservations by next Wednesday.

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Treat your kid(s) to a hot lunch and treat yourself to a day off from packing lunches!

Hot Lunch is next Friday, February 23rd. The menu will include: a slice of cheese pizza, seasonal fruit, a treat and a drink. The cost per child is $5.00. (You can pay for the remainder of the year or single lunches.)

TO REGISTER – Please click on the following CheddarUp button, no matter your payment method (cash, check, credit). Reservation deadline is WEDNESDAY, February 21st.

If paying by cash or check (payable to Blythe Park PTA) please place payment in an envelope marked with your family name and “Hot Lunch” and bring to the school office.

*NOTE – This program is only for children that have the option of staying at school for lunch.

Questions? Contact Katie Ford at fordfamily4@rocketmail.com

Start the Raging Waves Fitness Program today to earn a FREE pass!

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Students are invited to “Plunge into Fitness” this spring as Raging Waves Waterpark joins the battle against childhood obesity. Each student completing the program requirements between February 12th through April 6th will receive a FREE full day admission pass to Raging Waves, located in Yorkville.

STUDENTS: Keep track of your exercise by coloring one item on the fitness log for every 30 minutes you exercise. Complete 25 hours of exercise between February 12th – April 6th.

PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Print the log listed below and help track your child’s fitness, then sign the form and send it back to school or email to the School Coordinator, Deb (Galloway) Strama at dastrama@gmail.com by April 6th.

Raging Waves Flyer 2018
Raging Waves Log 2018

Questions? Contact Deb (Galloway) Strama at dastrama@gmail.com