
Puma Pounce
November 20th, 2024
Hello Pumas!
Below are a few important updates. I encourage all families to read through the entire newsletter, as it contains valuable information, reminders, and contact details for the PTO Board should you have any questions or concerns. You will also find a list of upcoming events/dates.
NEW Puma Gear Available!
The 2024-25 Puma Store is now OPEN! Click here to explore the available gear. Please note that the store will close on Sunday, December 1st, 2024. We aim to have items available for pick up the week prior to winter break; however, please note that this timeline is not guaranteed and pick up/delivery may push into the break.
Kids' Clothing 'Swap or Shop!'
LAST CHANCE TO DONATE IS THIS FRIDAY 8:30AM TO 10:00AM. Drop off at the front office doors.
Bring lightly used clothes and shoes (sizes 2T - Teen) to donate this week during drop off or pick up.
Please only donate clothes that are clean and free of stains/rips.
Return to Shop* next Monday or Tuesday during Parent-Teacher Conferences (November 25th & 26th).
*There is no cost to take clothing home
If you have question, or you are interested in supporting their efforts, please reach out at greenteam@milwaukieelpuentepto.org.
Spencer Sprocket Returns!
Tomorrow morning, we will be holding our Jog-A-Thon assembly, and we are excited to welcome Spencer Sprocket back for an entertaining show for the entire school. Great job, Pumas!
Morning Club Volunteer Changes
The location of morning club has been changed from the Library to the cafeteria. Volunteers are now being asked to arrive at 7:05 AM at the cafeteria doors, where a staff member will let them in.
Winter Sale
Thank you to everyone who ordered, shared, and supported our 2024 Winter Saleāit was a great success! Items will be available for pick-up on Wednesday, December 4th, at the school between 2:00PM and 5:30PM. The exact location will be announced soon.
Still Looking for Volunteers: Chair/Coordinator Positions Available!
We are still in need of volunteers to fill chair/coordinator positions. If you're interested in learning more about these roles, please contact Jamie or Regina for further details. Contact information at the bottom of this newsletter.
- Click here to sign up for a Chair position
- Click here to explore all available volunteer opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Movie Night (2x this year)
- A coordinator/chair
- Planning committee of 1-2 people to help
- Day of volunteers
Bingo/Loteria
- Two coordinators/chairs
- Planning committee of 2-3 people to help
- Day of volunteers
Read-A-Thon
- Two coordinators/chairs (Heidi will support)
- Planning committee of 2-3 people to help
5th Grade Plant Sale Fundraiser (Jamie will support)
- We are looking for a parent from each 5th grade class to help plan and organize the fundraiser (more volunteers welcome). All funds from this event will go to support the 5th grade celebration at the end of the year.
STEAM Night (April, 2025)
- Two coordinators/chairs
- Planning committee of 2-4 people to help
- Day of volunteers
Carnival
- Planning committee of 3-4 people to help
- Day of volunteers
5th Grade Celebration
- We are looking for a parent from each 5th grade class to coordinate/chair the event (more volunteers welcome).
If you haven't had a chance to fill out the volunteer application and you would like to, please click here.
PLEASE NOTE: You are required to be an approved volunteer by NCSD before you are able to volunteer for any event at our school; this includes field trips, classroom volunteering, events, etc. Submitting this application does not sign you up for any activity with Milwaukie El Puente. Once you are approved by the district you will be able to sign up for volunteer shifts with MEP through HelpCounter
Upcoming Events
November
21 Movie Night POSTPONED/CANCELLED
21 Morning Assembly: Spencer Sprocket Returns!
22 No School
25 - 26 Kids' Clothing 'Swap or Shop!'
25 - 26 Fall Conferences
25 - 29 Thanksgiving Break (No School)
December
1 Puma Spirit Store Orders CLOSE
4 Winter Sale Item Pick Up
Date TBD (12th or 19th) PTO Meeting 6:30PM - 7:30PM
20 Movie Night
23 - 1/3/25 Winter Break
PTO Google Calendar
About the PTO
Milwaukie El Puente PTO is a nonprofit run by parents who volunteer their time and partner with the principal, teachers, and community members. We fundraise to support the educational experience of all our students.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
Milwaukie El Puente PTO Board Members