Fernbrook Elementary School PTO
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Hello Fernbrook Families!
Checkout the latest biweekly PTO Newsletter and learn more about all of our exciting upcoming PTO events and happenings!
Thank you to all the Fernbrook Families that were able to make it to our “Back to School Night” PTO Meetings, on September 7 & 14, 2023. It was so nice to see so many of you! We would also like to take the time to thank Ms. Moran, Mrs. Branch, Mr. Patel, Mr. Martinez and especially Dr. Bernal and Mrs. Amin for all their help our meetings. We are so grateful for the partnership!
New This Year: Fernbrook PTO Directory
New this year, the Fernbrook PTO will be compiling a Fernbrook PTO Directory for our Fernbrook families. This will allow families to have access to emails and/or mobile numbers to assist with Room Parent outreach, birthday party invites, playdates and more.
As an active PTO Member, you will have access to our Fernbrook PTO directory for free! Interested In gaining access but not interested In being a PTO member, we can provide access to the PTO Directory for $5. Just fill out your form and submit your payment and we will send you access, shortly thereafter.
Questions? Email our Membership Committee (Kellie Milos and Kelly Meola) at: membership@fernbrookpto.org and they will be happy to assist you.
Family Portraits
Get your family photos in time for Holiday Cards and support our Fernbrook students in the process! Sessions are on Saturday, October 14, 2023 & Sunday, October 29, 2023, at Brundage Preserve (Carrell Road) in Randolph, $25 per session.
Appointments will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. Reservations will be open through Thursday, October 5, 2023. Don't miss out and book your family photo appointment, today!
Questions? Please email the Family Portrait Chair (Loren Darzano) at: familyportraits@fernbrookpto.org
Fifth Grade Family Information
In case you missed our Fifth Grade PTO Meeting on Back to School Night, we wanted to provide you with important information from our Fifth Grade Committee about various events and fundraisers we plan to host for the Fifth Grade Class.
Questions? Reach out the Fifth Grade Committee (Nubia Gomez, Wanna Li, Erin Misurelli and Lia Timpanaro) at: grade5committee@fernbrookpto.org and they will be happy to assist you!
Thank You: Our Newest PTO Business Sponsor
We are very proud to announce another PTO Business Sponsor this year: Zamira Sanchez with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
As a Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Advisor, Zamira Sanchez focuses on connecting all aspects of clients’ financial lives to help them prioritize and pursue goals that matter most to them. She works with individuals and families to understand their financial situation, risk tolerance, time horizon and liquidity needs. She helps them articulate their short- and long-term goals then recommend a financial strategy aligned with what they strive to achieve. She does this while combining personalized service with the investment insights of Merrill and access to the banking convenience of Bank of America.
Thank you to Zamira Sanchez - we are thrilled we are partnering you with our school community!
Why Join the Fernbrook Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) as a business sponsor?
Your Business Sponsorship is designed to advertise your business to our school community and help raise money for the programs, events, and services the PTO organizes throughout the school year. Your assistance will help us with Cultural Arts Assemblies, Educational Materials and Large School Improvement projects, and so much more!
Why join the Fernbrook School PTO?
For just $20, your Annual PTO Family Membership fee (during the academic school year) goes directly to fund student learning opportunities/ programs for all of Fernbrook, as well as to contribute to school improvement projects.
Becoming a PTO member does not require participation on a committee or require you to volunteer for any events or activities. Your financial support will assist us with all the fun programs and activities for the 2023-2024 school year.
For any questions, please email the Membership Committee at: membership@fernbrookpto.org
Interested in making your child's birthday extra special this school year? Want to do something to benefit Fernbrook Elementary School? You're in luck! Sign your child up for the Birthday Book Club.
Questions? Email the Birthday Book Club Committee at: bdbookclub@fernbrookpto.org
Fernbrook School PTO Executive Board
Brittany Bassett | Co-President
Nina Lifshey | Co-President
Loren Darzano
administrativevp@fernbrookpto.org
Dana Pineiro
Soniya Patel
recordingsecretary@fernbrookpto.org
Melissa Issa