April Dine-Out at The Foxtail TOMORROW – Please join us for our April dine-out tomorrow, Wednesday, April 20th, from 11:30am – 9pm, at The Foxtail. Dine-in or carry out and 20% of your check total will go back to Pierce Downer PTA! You must mention PIERCE DOWNER FUNDRAISER for our school to receive the 20% credit.
Chicago Wolves Game Fundraiser – Come watch the 1st place Chicago Wolves on Sunday, April 24th at 3pm. The Wolves are an exciting AHL team who have already clinched their division and are headed to the playoffs! Each ticket includes a free Chicago Wolves knit hat and a portion of every ticket is being donated to Pierce Downer Elementary to help support our programs. Tickets are $20 each and parking is $15 (cash only). If you have any questions please contact veronica.e.roche@
Teacher Appreciation –We are collecting donations through Tuesday, April 26th ($5 per student suggested)! Thank you so much to those who have donated so far! Teacher Appreciation Week starts Monday, May 2 and we are excited to “award” our amazing staff with meals and surprises throughout the week! Like last year, our committee will be collecting monetary donations from our families in order to make this Teacher Appreciation Week special for our PD teachers and staff. Donations can be made to one of the co-chairs, Jen Meggos, through Venmo @Jen-Meggos. Cash donations can be dropped to Jen Meggos 4617 Saratoga Ave and placed in an envelope in the mailbox. Any donation is greatly appreciated! Please see attached FLYER for more details!!
Earth Week Activities from the Healthy Kids Committee – This whole week is Earth Week at PD! Let’s celebrate our Earth with some fun! There are still a few days of celebration left!
- Wednesday, April 20th:
- Thursday, April 21st:
- Waste Free Thursday. Bring Waste Free Lunch to school. Students may participate in a raffle if they have a waste free lunch. One winner per grade level.
- Outdoor Yoga on black top by playground from 3-3:30pm. Sign up HERE for more info and sign up to attend. Please sign up your student for Outdoor Yoga by Monday, April 18th.
- Friday, April 22nd – Earth Day!! Show your love for the Earth by wearing blue or green. Wear BLUE to support keeping our oceans clean or wear GREEN to support our Earth!
Volunteers needed for ARTCOT – We are still in need of volunteers for ARTCOT, which is May 13th from 6:30-8:30pm. Join us in helping make an amazing art/cultural night for our students! We are looking for parent volunteers to volunteer that night,set up, clean up etc. If you are interested in volunteering, please email Carrie Garman at carrie.c.garman@gmail.com. For more information about what Artcot is..check HERE.
You’re PAWsome Signs – Our yard signs are a perfect way to show your PD spirit and support our school at the same time! Great for birthdays, or just to surprise your PD Panther! For only $25, your chosen address will get 5 yard signs installed in the front lawn for 1 full day, by a member of our You’re PAWsome team. Please reserve and pay for your day(s) HERE.
PLAY! at Pierce: Please purchase your tickets for our Fore the Kids Golf Scramble. The Fore the Kids Golf Scramble is May 21st @ Village Greens in Woodridge with a Shotgun Start: 1 PM | Happy Hour: 3 PM | Dinner & Open Bar: 5 PM There is something for everyone and all ability levels are welcome to play golf. Not interested in playing a full 18? Play as many holes as you want and head to happy hour at 3:00! Create your own foursome or we will pair you up with fellow Pierce Downer parents. The evening includes dinner, open bar, a silent auction, raffles and more! This is an adult only event.
Save the Dates –
4/30 – Battle of the Bands
For more information on school or PTA activities please visit the school web site or PTA website. Also please subscribe to the PTA calendar. For even more information on community events and activities please check out the District’s e-fliers page.
