What is leadership?

It is all around you and shows up in many ways. Leadership includes many elements:

• Doing the right thing without being asked.
• Helping others in need.
• Setting a good example for others.
• Being a good listener .

"Good leaders must first become good servants"

-Robert Greenleaf

Monday, November 27th - Thursday, December 7th - PTO Harkins Fundraiser

Thursday, December 7th - PTO Family Skate Night at Skateland

Thursday, December 21st - Jingle Jog

Friday, December 22nd - Monday, January 8th - No School, Winter Break

Be encouraging.

Let your child know that you appreciate how hard they're working, and remind them that the more they tolerate their anxiety, the more it will diminish.

It can be really challenging for kids to face their fears, and any opportunity to encourage them and acknowledge their hard work will help in this process.

Grace Berman, LCSW. (childmind.org/article/10-tips-for-parenting-anxious-kids)

There is still time to sign up for our Giving Tree, to benefit Goodman families. Use the link below to sign up.

Join us for this year's Jingle Jog on Thursday, December 21st.

The times for each grade level are below:

• 2nd & 3rd Grades - 12:00pm-12:45p
• 4th, 5th & 6th Grades - 1:00pm-1:45pm
• Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1:45pm-2:15pm

Parents are invited to come run with their students. We are also in need of volunteers to help with the run. If you are able to volunteer, please use the link below to sign up.

Congratulations to this week's Golden Spatula Winners:

Kindergarten - Ms. Smith's Class

1st Grade - Mrs. Park's Class
2nd Grade - Mrs. Jensen's Class

3rd Grade - Ms. Mokeddem's Class

4th Grade - Ms. Flowers' Class

5th Grade - Mrs. Pekara's Class

Congratulations to the winners of our Gators Showing Greatness winners. They were recognized for going above and beyond to show greatness.

Thank you to our Round 3 Safety Patrol! They did a great job making sure our Gators were safe during drop off and pick up.

Winter Wonderland orders were delivered to classrooms this morning. Please look for the items when your student comes home.

If you have any questions, please contact the PTO at ctagoodmanpto88@gmail.com.

PTO is selling Harkins items to help raise money for a shade structure in the courtyard above the picnic tables and an ice machine for the teacher's lounge.

Sales started November 27th and will continue until December 7th. Orders can be turned in to the office, or at the PTO Skateland Night on December 7th.

20% of 2024 Loyalty Cup, Popcorn Perks Card, or Big Party Popcorn Voucher purchases go to CTA Goodman PTO. While 10% of gift card purchases go to CTA Goodman PTO.

Use the attached order form, QR Code or Goodman PTO Orders website to order. Items will be delivered before Winter Break.

Join us Thursday, December 7th at Skateland Chandler for Family Skate Night, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Admission is $5.00, which includes skate rental. Parents who aren't skating are only $2.00.

Celebrate the season& our wonderful teachers with the Goodman tradition of bringing in treats for our annual PTO Staff Cookie Exchange!

Bake or deliver store-bought sweets on Monday, Dec. 11th or before 9am on Tuesday, Dec. 12th.

Use the link to sign-up and for more information.

Happy Holidays from the PTO!

Fry’s Food Stores is committed to supporting the programs in our community. All you have to do is log onto www.frysfood.com/topic/new-community-rewards-program to register your Fry’s VIP card to CTA Goodman and every time you shop and use your VIP card, you will earn rewards for our school. It is easy to do! If you believe that you have already selected your designation, please check your receipt and make sure that CTA Goodman Elementary PTO is your organization of choice.

If you are able to make your tax contributions early in the year, your donation would be greatly appreciated and give us a jump start on some of our extracurricular activities. Extracurricular activities include Running Club, Art Club, Choir, Theater Club, STUCO, Science Camp and may other activites.

Thank you for supporting your child and our school!

Tax Credit Basics…

A tax credit donation is a full refund, not a deduction. Contributions eligible for a tax credit are donated directly to schools, not to the state or school district. To participate or learn more, follow the link listed below to donate online or you can complete the enclosed form and submit your contribution at your convenience.

http://www.cusd80.com/taxcredit

Arizona Law ARS 43-1089.01 enables taxpayers a tax credit contribution of up to $400.00 per year if filing status is “Married, filing Joint Return;” $200.00 per calendar year if filing status is “Single of Head of Household;” and $200 per calendar year if filing status is “Married filing separate returns.” These contributions fund extracurricular activities in public schools and greatly impact our school community and our students.

Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) is proud to announce virtual open houses, where we will provide an innovative way for parents and students to learn about CUSD from the comfort of their own homes. Join us as we showcase our top-notch programs, dedicated educators, and exciting curriculum, all while maintaining the safety and convenience of an online platform. Discover the opportunities that await your child in Chandler Unified today!

The link to join the open houses will be posted online prior to the event starting.