Blythe Park Spirit Day is this Friday!
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This Friday, April 20th, is a Blythe Park Spirit Day!
Show off your favorite Blythe Park spirit wear!
Register your student for the Science Fair!
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Bring out the scientist in your child and be a part of the PTA Science Fair on Thursday, April 26th at 5:30pm (prior to Spring Open House).
REGISTER your student for the Science Fair by clicking on the following button –
Need to Know Details –
- Students will conduct their own science experiments and create their display board at home.
- Students may work individually or in a group of no more than two students.
- Each student’s display will be setup on a card table in the gym.
- There will be no judging.
- Participation is optional.
- Each student will receive a participation award.
Display Boards Available –
Half-size display boards will be available for purchase in the office from the PTA for $2.
Need help getting started with your Science Fair project?
Check out the following resources:
Flyer – “What Type of Science Project Should You Do?”
Website Resources –
- If you need help finding a topic/project that would be of interest to your student, click on the following link: “Topic Selection Wizard”. After answering a series of questions about everyday interests and activities, project ideas will be suggested.
- Education.com – Science fair project ideas
- ScienceBuddies.org/guide – Science fair project guidance
Library Resources –
Riverside Public Library has a great collection of science experiment books by the following authors!
- Janice VanCleave, author
- Bill Nye, author
Questions? Contact Katie Ford at fordfamily4@rocketmail.com
PTA Bylaws – Changes approved/updated by the PTA District Council.
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PTA BYLAWS
To keep our PTA in good standing, bylaws must be updated and submitted every two years. The following changes and updates were approved by the PTA District Council:
- Article V – Membership, Section 10.#b – Dues were increased last year to $2.25, this section was updated to reflect the new due amount per person.
- Article VI – Officers and Their Election, Section 2.d. – A person shall not be eligible to serve more than three (3) consecutive terms in the same office except the treasurer position which is limited to two (2) consecutive terms.
Click on the following link to view a copy of the Bylaws: Blythe Park PTA Bylaws 2017-2019
UPDATE – Feed Our Community Day this Saturday
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UPDATE – All tables reserved by the Blythe Park PTA for “Feed Our Community Day” are now FULL!
If you are still interested in packing meals to feed the hungry this Saturday, please contact Katie Ford at fordfamily4@rocketmail.com
Feed Our Community Day:
Saturday, April 14, 2018
Volunteer Shift Times:
*Bring the whole family to pack meals for the hungry. Anyone of any age can participate!
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location:
Hauser Jr. High School Cafeteria
65 Woodside Dr., Riverside
Cost:
The PTA will make a donation to FEED 6 for all participants.
Attire:
Relaxed, comfortable clothes and footwear. Don’t forget to wear your Blythe Park spirit wear!
Information:
Riverside and North Riverside neighbors are partnering with Hauser Jr. High School and Outreach, an international 501(c)(3) non-profit, for this amazing event. Since 2004, Outreach has packaged and distributed over 300 million meals to hungry children and their families. Through its innovative mobile food packaging program, Outreach and it’s Chicago affiliate Feed6, bring together hundreds of volunteers to package meals for the hungry.
*Meals will be distributed locally to the hungry and food insecure in our community.
PTA Meeting Tuesday at 8:30am
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There is a PTA meeting tomorrow – Tuesday, April 10th at 8:30am.
Please join us to hear about upcoming events and to vote on the following 2018-2019 PTA Executive Board slate.
2018-2019 PTA Executive Board Slate:
* Elected officers will be installed at the May 15th meeting.
President – Katie Ford
1st Vice President – Angela Staron
2nd Vice President – Maria D’Amico
3rd Vice President – *position is available
Secretary – Kelley Migacz
Treasurer – Deb Galloway
Parliamentarian – Jennifer Sloger
Communications Officer – Amy Wysocki
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
It’s not too late to register for Yoga and TaeKwonDo classes!
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It’s not too late to register for Yoga and TaeKwonDo classes!
TO REGISTER – Please click on the following CheddarUp button, no matter your payment method (cash, check, credit). *NO single class passes will be available this year. You must register for the entire session.
Kids Yoga
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Stephanie Roldan from Blissful Owl will hold classes in the Blythe Park Gym for boys and girls in Kindergarten – 5th Grade.
Session 4
Wednesdays, 3:00-3:45pm
April 4th – May 23rd (8 weeks)
$80
Questions? Contact Katie Lorch at katielorch@gmail.com
Kids TaeKwonDo –
Vinson Villena, owner of Flying V Athletic Center, will hold TaeKwonDo classes in the Blythe Park Gym for all students in Kindergarten – 5th Grade.
Uniform (Dobuk) is optional. Purchase information will be handed out during class.
Session 4
Thursdays, 3:00-3:45pm
April 5th – May 24th (8 weeks)
$80
Questions? Contact Julie Laube at (708)447-8722 or jlaube@laubecompanies.com
Cardio Kids starts Wednesday at 7:45am.
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Cardio Kids will begin it’s spring session this Wednesday, April 11th.
Students in Grades K-5 are encouraged to join Mrs. Gorman, Mr. Bartelt and Mrs. Rehor every Wednesday and Thursday morning from 7:45am – 8:05am where they will walk or run the Blythe Park Walking Path (warm-up begins in the gymnasium).
*NOTE: All parents/guardians are welcome to participate but parents/guardians of students in kindergarten and first grade MUST be present to walk or run with their child.
The mission of this club is to meet students at their fitness level and show them how to develop stamina, strength and speed. Other goals of the club include building friendships and a strong school community.
* All runners/walkers must fill out a permission slip to participate – Cardio Kids Spring Permission Slip 2018
Parent Helpers – Ms. Gorman is also looking for parent/guardian helpers this year. If interested, please click on the following sign-up button:
Questions? Contact Ms. Gorman at gormanc@district96.org
Feed Our Community Day this Saturday, April 14th
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You’re invited to join with family, friends, and neighbors to pack 50,000 meals of hope for hungry children and their families for Feed Our Community Day on Saturday, April 14th.
Blythe Park PTA has reserved a table at each available time slot for Blythe Park families and friends to help pack meals for local families in need. The PTA will make a donation to Feed6 for all participants.
Bring the whole family to pack meals for the hungry. Anyone of any age can participate! Click on the following button to volunteer:
Feed Our Community Day:
April 14, 2018
Volunteer Shift Times:
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location:
Hauser Jr. High School Cafeteria
65 Woodside Dr., Riverside
Cost:
The PTA will make a donation to FEED 6 for all participants.
Attire:
Relaxed, comfortable clothes and footwear. Don’t forget to wear your Blythe Park spirit wear!
Information:
Riverside and North Riverside neighbors are partnering with Hauser Jr. High School and Outreach, an international 501(c)(3) non-profit, for this amazing event. Since 2004, Outreach has packaged and distributed over 300 million meals to hungry children and their families. Through its innovative mobile food packaging program, Outreach and it’s Chicago affiliate Feed6, bring together hundreds of volunteers to package meals for the hungry.
*Meals will be distributed locally to the hungry and food insecure in our community.
Questions? Contact Katie Ford at fordfamily4@rocketmail.com
Young Author Books on display at the Riverside Library April 16-23
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The Blythe Park 2018 Young Author Books will be on display starting next week from April 16th – April 23rd at the Riverside Public Library in the children’s section.
*Note – There will not be a reception this year.
Questions? Contact Mrs. Bryan at bryanh@district96.org or Mrs. King at kingr@district96.org
Enjoy the Spa Day Fundraiser on April 22nd!
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Support Blythe Park School while treating yourself to the Spa Day Fundraiser!
Enjoy mini massages or mini facials at the Blythe Park PTA Spa Day Fundraiser while sipping wine and sampling desserts. If the weather is warm, you can enjoy your glass of wine on the spa front porch!
Book your appointment now by calling Brennan Massage & Spa at (708) 255-5335. Space is limited!
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. Complimentary wine and desserts will be served.
*Over 50% will be donated back to Blythe Park!
Questions? Contact Jill Crist at chicagolmt@gmail.com
