MESPTO MEETING MINUTES
March 12, 2025
Call to Order – Michelle called the meeting to order at 7:03pm.
Secretary’s Report – Brittany asked attendees to take a look at last months minutes. Brittany asked for a motion. Michelle and Rachel agreed to the motion.
Treasurer's Report – Linda Plews was not present. There was no report provided during this meeting.
Principals Report- Ms. Martin thanked the PTO for the 2nd grade assembly on vision disabilities. Ms. Martin thanked the PTO for help with Family Fun Night, Bingo, 76ers Night, the Energy assembly, and for the flexibility with the date change for Skate Night. Ms. Martin discussed upcoming staff award and reminded that Lucky Charms Breakfast is 3/17. Ms. Martin discussed that PSSA’s are coming soon and during that time students in 4th grade and Kindergarten need to swap chrome books due to compatibility issues.
Discussion Points:
YYC5K (4/27): There is currently a flash sale going on for the 5k that ends 3/19. Now is a great time to sign up for the race. Money earned from the 5k goes towards Pennsbury School District and Pennsbury Cares.
Makefield Milers: Makefield Milers is up to 70 students at this time. They meet Tuesdays right after school. We are still welcoming parent volunteers to help with this activity.
Gifted Program Update: There was no update provided at this time.
Lucky Charms Breakfast (3/17): This is a free event but we are asking students to donate $1 for the MS society. This is a fundraiser for a good cause.
Drama Play (3/21-3/22): Annie tickets are sold out but all students will get to see the play during school hours on 3/18.
Skate Night (3/25) 6-9pm: This is a free event at Philly Skate Plex. The facility is closed to outside guests and this is a Makefield Elementary event only. Families can rent skates or bring their own.
Donuts with Grownups (5/2): This event is presale only. You must purchase donuts in advance. There will not be any donuts for purchase day of. This event takes place prior to school starting, therefore it is optional. This is a family event, students are not to be dropped off.
Spring into Kindergarten (5/14):This event is for incoming Kindergarteners. Kindergarten teachers and Ms. Martin will be at the event to meet families. The children will get to tour the Kindergarten classrooms then have an opportunity to play on the playground.
Enrichment: Enrichment is in full swing. If you have any questions or changes that need to be made, please reach out to the Makefield PTO email.
Indoor Recess toys: Any families that wish to donate old puzzles (under 300 pieces), board games, Uno, or Chess, please let the PTO know.
Conferences (4/15-4/16) : Emails will come out soon to sign up for spring conferences. We will be providing the staff with a luncheon on 4/15.
Thank you: Thank you to Katherine D’Angelo, Meghan Musa, Nicole Marantz, and all parent volunteers who helped out at Book Fair. Thank you to Michelle Reese, Brittany Mills, Nilda Lovette, Colleen Corte, Devon Smith, Katie Kline, Brittany Seaman, Gabriella Obermeier, Alissa Rogachenko, Meghan Musa, Bill Marantz, Jamie Moculak, Rachel Lesser, Danielle Woodruff, and Carla Perry for your help with Bingo. Thank you to everyone who supported this event and helped with donations.
Old Business:n/a
New Business:
M. Spring provided his feedback on the Bingo event that was held on 3/7.
D. Carcia asked questions about the Outreach Program.
D. Smith discussed the Learning Garden. There was a Sign up Genius that went out, inviting guardians to volunteer to help out at the Learning Garden during recess time. If you’re interested in volunteering in this capacity, please sign up on the SUG.
Next General Meeting: April 9, 2025
There was 15 members that attended this meeting.
Adjournment
