First PTA Fundraiser of the school year starts next week!

Our first PTA fundraiser for the school year will be starting next week.   This year we are using the Fundraiser Shop for 2 of our fundraisers.  Since we are doing our fundraiser with The Fundraiser Shop the kids will be treated to a Mad Science Show next Wednesday at 1:00.  Fundraiser packets will be coming home with your child/children on Thursday Spet 15th.  Check back here or on our Facebook page for more details!

Tonight is Back to School Night!!!

Don't forget tonight is Back to School Night at East Antioch Elementary!  The general meeting will be held in the school gym at 6:30 PM.  Once the general meeting is over parents will be dismissed to the informational meeting in their students classroom.

This years PTA budget will also be voted on for approval this evening, if you are a PTA member you will have the opportunity to vote for this years budget.  You will also be able to pay your PTA Membership dues as well as order this years Spiritwear prior to the meeting and in between classroom sessions.

See you tonight at Back to School Night!

1st Day of School for 1st -6th Grade!

Welcome back and good luck to all of the teachers, staff, and students at East Antioch Elementary today!  Hope everyone has a great day! 

Sneek Peek/Ice Cream Social coming up this Thursday!

Don't forget Sneek Peek/Ice Cream Social is coming up this Thursday August 11th from 5:30-6:30 PM.  Families can visit their students classroom starting at 5:30 and ice cream sandwiches will be served in the cafeteria from 6:00-6:30.  You will also have the opportunity to sign up for volunteer opportunities as well as sign up and pay your PTA dues. This year Single memberships will be $8.00 and a Family membership will be $12.00.  An Fundraiser Opt Out option will be available again this year for families that join the PTA.

4th of July Fun!

Hope everyone has a safe and memorable holiday weekend!  There are several great "Fireworks Fests" this weekend in the Kansas City area. 

KC Riverfest- Held at Berkley Riverfront Park, this annual event not only has one of the best Fireworks displays in the Kansas City Metro that is choreographed to live music, but great entertainment and things to do for the whole family.

• Where: Berkley Park on the River between the Heart of America  and Paseo bridges.
• When: Ongoing events July 2nd and 3rd from 1:00pm – 11:00pm
• Ticket Info:  Admission is free from 1-3pm. $10 at the gate or $8 advance online.
• Fireworks: Mini preshow on the 3rd, Zambelli family extravaganza on the 4th. Both start @ 10:05. .  

The Corporate Woods Star Spangled Spectacular is something to see-- the 4th of July events kick off at 4PM and last until 11PM. With everything from a free concert to funnel cakes, it's also one of the biggest fireworks displays in the metro.

• Where: Corporate Woods, I-435 and College Blvd @ 109th/Mastin.
• Time: 4pm-11pm, fireworks approx 9:30 pm  Be prepared to park and WALK..a loooonnng way!

Independence Fireworks display at the Mormon Visitor Center

• Where: Mormon Visitor Center (big spire), 937 W. Walnut, Independence, Mo.
• Time: Gates open at 8pm, Fireworks at dark. 

 Be sure and bring your blankets and lawn chairs and also note there is no parking. The MVC has a huge lawn for viewing.

Worlds of Fun has one of the longest standing 4th of July celebrations in the metro. Watch fireworks from within the park or by parking on the east side of I-435 (not recommended!). The fun starts at 10pm.

Booms and Blooms at Powell Gardens--a fun and fab family event. With fireworks bursting over their beautious lake, it's one of the best fireworks displays in KC.

Note: Booms and Blooms will be held July 2nd, 2011.

• Where: Powell Gardens, 1609 NW US HWY 50, Kingsville, MO, 64061
• When: July 2nd.  Festivites throughout the day, fireworks on at dusk.
• Cost: $10/adults, $9/seniors and $5/children 5-12.

Smithville Marina fireworks display holds it's annual festivites with a huge display shot off the Smithville dam. View at the marina, by boat, or at the Smith's Fork Park.

• Where: Smithville Lake, Smithville, MO. Smith Fork Park is located at 1601 DD Highway.
• When: Dusk, July 4th.

 

Running out of things to do this summer...

It's still early in the summer break, but I still here kids all over saying "I'm bored, what can I do".  This is a pretty common thing in many houses this time of year.  You can always head over to one of the many pools in the area or to a park (remember to put the sunscreen on and load up on the water) or you can check out http://www.kckidsfun.com/ .  You can find both outdoor and indoor activities that are fun for the whole family!  Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Still Need Some More Volunteers!!!

Hope everyone's summer is off to a great start!  School may be out of session but we are still planning for the upcoming year. 

There are several PTA committees that are in need of a Chairperson or Chair-people for the upcoming 2011-2012 school year. If we are unable to fill the Chairperson Spots we will not be able to have the activity available to our students. The following positions are available:



Project Preschool -Sept. 22 1:30pm-2:30 pm, Nov. 18 1:30pm-2:30pm, Jan. 26 1:30pm-2:30pm, May 11 2:00pm-3:00pm-     1 Coordinator needed, but could be shared between 1-4 people.  This position requires a small amount of planning time prior to the events and would be ideal for a parent or parent figure that stays home or works part-time.

Sidewalk Chalk/Chili Cookoff- Oct 7, 5:30pm-7:00pm -  The position for the Sidewalk Chalk has been filled, but we still need someone to run the Chili Cook-Off part.

Citizenship and Reflections Contests announced at later date - This position promotes the Citizenship and Reflections contests at our school and coordinates submissions to go to the school district.

Carnival/Fun Run- April 13, 5:30pm-8:00pm-  This year Carnival and Fun Run are being combined into one event.  It is very importatant that we fill 3-4 spots for this committee, the kids love Carnival/Fun Run. 

Staff Appreciation We currently have one Chairperson and are in need of two more for various staff appreciation events throughout the year.

Special Projects This position is needed to run various errands and help set up smaller events.

Yearbook Photographer and 2 yearbook designers

Membership 1 person to learn how to run membership for the 2012- 2013 school year

If you are able to help out and Chair or help Chair one or more of the following committees please contact Erin Anderson at e_anderson09@yahoo.com .

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