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February 10' Online Newsletter
Next PTA Meeting
Tuesday, February 9th, 6:30 in the library
~Childcare Provided~
Meeting Agenda:
  1. December Minutes Approval
  2. Teacher Report - First Grade
  3. Principal Report
  4. Library Report
  5. Albertsons Community Partners Program Cancelled
  6. CPR Class Overview
  7. Gymnastics Night
  8. Football Request
  9. FFN Overview
CHECK OUT SPECIAL SPLASH! AND NAAGS PTA COUPONS AT BOTTOM OF NEWSLETTER
NotesMonthly PTA Meeting Minutes
If you missed a meeting, no worries! Now you can view minutes from previous meetings right here or from our website.
balloonsFamily Fun Night Helpers Needed
We need your help to pull off another amazing Family Fun Night. The date is set for May 7th from 6-8:30.
We still need volunteers to work on raffle baskets for Mr. Bonar, Mr. Crosswhite, Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Mendelssohn.
There is also a need for a few more parents to help with collecting business donations, ticket sales and food sales.
If you are interested or have any question, please contact April at apriluffens@thurstonpta.com
Family Fun Night Booth Rental
This year we are going to try something a little different. We are going to offer booth rentals to small business owners such as Pampered Chef, Avon etc. to set up a table at Family Fun Night. The cost will be $25 per table or free to our $100 PTA business sponsors.
We will only allow one vendor per business to avoid duplicate tables. This will be first come first served. So if you are interested, please contact April Uffens at AprilUffens@ThurstonPTA.com for more information.
Family Fun Night Business Donations
We are looking for donations for raffle baskets as well as BINGO prizes. If you work for a company or own a company that would like to make a cash or item donation, please contact April at apriluffens@thurstonpta.com
We will be recognizing every business donor on the baskets and in the newsletter that is seen by all TES families, staff & teachers. Great advertising for a great cause!

Thurston Elementary PTA Presents:

 

CPR Certification

Tuesday, February 16 or Tuesday, February 23rd

6:30-8:30 - TES Library

Teri Baker - Certified Trainer

$35 per person

 

This course is specifically designed to teach infant, child and adult CPR.

You will receive an AHA CPR card effective for two years

 

Teri Baker has been certified in CPR since the early 1970's, which gives her a unique historical perspective of this life-saving skill. She has been an American Heart Association BLS instructor for over ten years, and has years of experience in pre-hospital emergency care volunteering on two fire and rescue departments as an EMT-I.

Her personal goal for teaching CPR is that each of her students understands the "why" of CPR. In order for students to fully grasp the power of CPR it is vital they should know the following;

  • Why compressions are so important,
  • Why ventilations aren't,
  • Why time is of an essence,
  • Why hesitation is deadly.

Because of decades of being both a student and teacher of CPR Teri is able to dispel myths and urban legends associated with CPR. Her goal is to make each student confident in their CPR knowledge and competent in their ability to perform this life-saving skill set.

 

You may visit Teri Baker's website for more information at http://www.lanecountycpr.com

 

Limit to 10 parents per class...so register now!

This same class usually averages $45

Albertsons LogoSafeway LogoAlbertsons Card Program - DISCONTINUED

We have been informed that the Albertsons Community Partners Program we at Thurston Elementary have benefited from has been discontinued. This is the program where you were able to direct a percentage of your Albertsons purchase to a specific school. Our PTA had registered most of your cards to make this happen.
In their letter they discuss how they have decided to discontinue the Community Partners Program and are now choosing to refocus their efforts on key needs in the community huger, health and nutrition.
This is a shame because we did count on this program. Last year from Sept 08'-June 09' we received $867.35 from Albertsons. This will leave a big gap in our annual PTA budget to fill.
Luckily SAFEWAY still offers the same type of program through their club card and we will continue to receive a percentage of your purchases there!! This school year we have collected $280 from the Safeway program.
Love & LogicNEW Parent Resources Shelf
Our PTA has purchased some Love and Logic materials that will be available in our library for parents to check-out for a week at a time. They are:
DVD - Who Says Parenting Can't Be Fun
Love & Logic Solutions
How to Discipline Kids w/out Losing Their Love & Respect
CD - Allowing Kids to Choose Success
Helicopters, Drill Sergeants and Consultants (Parenting Styles)
Winning the Homework Battle
Books - How to Discipline Kids w/out Losing Their Love & Respect
Meeting the Challenge (Attention and Behavior Skill)
When Kids Leave You Speechless
Parenting with Love and Logic
TES Papa's Pizza Night - UPDATE pizza
Thank you to everyone who joined us for both pizza nights. The first was a PTA fundraiser and we made a whopping $496.67!!!! Great turn out!
The next Pizza Night will be April 20th. Flyers to come home closer to the date.
gymnasticsGymnastics Night - Febraury 19th 5:30-7:30
PTA will be hosting our annual Gymnastics Night at NAAGS (National Academy of Artisic Gymnastics). As with all PTA sponsored events, it is FREE to PTA members and $4 per child to non members. You will have the opportunity to join at the event if you choose to. See you there!
Any questions to April Uffens at AprilUffens@ThurstonPTA.com
Love and LogicParenting Help for Middle School
Pamela Lanning and Parenting with Love and Logic
There's no doubt parenting a middle school age child can be a very differnt experience. Pamela Lanning is scheduled to speak at TMS on February 18th at 7:00. She will explain how the Love and Logic techniques can smooth the transition to the teen years. There is sure to be very valuable information available for any parent and we look forward to seeing you.
If you are interested in attending Pam's presentation, please let Brandy Selby from TMS know so she will have enough materials available. blselby@comcast.net or 541-744-0707
Angela Wienhold Fundraiser
Angela Wienhold, the mother of Bianca Newell a fourth grader in Mr. Bonar's class, has Leukemia. She currently is in Seattle where she underwent a stem cell transplant. Bianca is here, staying with one of our wonderful TES families.
Angela is currently on a one-year leace of absence from her job as a teacher at Douglas Gardens. Angela and Bianca do not have any family to lean on in this time of need. It is our hope they can lean on all of us to help in any way we can.
A few weeks ago we had a district wide Papa's Pizza Night fundraiser that raised $684 for her medical fund. Because the cost of Angela's care when she returns in about four months so staggering, you may also donate to: "THE ANGELA WIENHOLD MEDICAL FUND" ACCOUNT #653 000 5286 Wells Fargo Bank. If you want to send a note to Angela or would like to help in other ways besides monetarily, you can contact Angie Roser at (541) 912-4437.
Thank you ahead of time for supporting one of our own.
HeartGalleryA Family for Every Child ~ ~ ~ Heart Gallery

Please visit the following link to their online newsletter to view children that are looking for their Forever Family.
dollar signFunding Factory - UPDATE
Update on The Funding Factory Fundraiser! As of now, we have earned 254.82 points. WOW! This is such a simple fundraiser, drop off old printer cartridges and old working cell phones, at school, I ship them for free, and we earn money for them....How Easy Is That??!! Please continue to collect cell phones and printer cartridges from work, family and friends, and drop them off at the PTA/Community Room at school. Thanks to everyone who has already helped us with this fundraiser
You may direct your questions to Toni Webb at ToniWebb@ThurstonPTA.com
Scrip Program Scrip gift cards
Scrip is an ongoing program for TES. The PTA buys gift cards at a discounted rate through glscrip.com and sells them at face value. To support this fundraiser please take into consideration gifts or everyday shopping that you will be doing throughout the month and buy gift cards through this program. Also, ask your friends and family if they need any gift cards to use for their shopping needs. Scrip order forms will be coming out every other month and usually takes 1 week to process once the order is placed. The next order form will come out in March. Thank you for supporting this program. Questions can be asked to Jobina @ 988-1110 or mjmcgillivray@yahoo.com.
We also have a few Scrip cards on hand for purchase. Contact Toni Webb at ToniWebb@ThurstonPTA.com and click here for a list.
Classroom Parent Helpers Needed Parent Helper
One of our first grade teachers could use your help. Mrs. Pinson is short on parent helpers in her classroom. If you can devote a couple hours a week, please contact her at jpinson@sps.lane.edu
All the parent volunteer positions at TES are open to parents, grandparents and neighbors. If you have the time and enjoy working with little ones, we can use you! Wether its in a classroom, library, office...its your choice. Getting involved with your childrens school not only shows them that you care, but also fosters open communication with the teaching staff.
popcornPopcorn Friday
COST:
.25c or 12 Campbell's labels or Box Top Logos from GM products.
VOLUNTEERS:
If you would like information on volunteering to help pop and sell, please contact Toni Webb at ToniWebb@ThurstonPTA.comDATES:
February 5th & 19th
March 5th
April 2nd, 16th & 30th
May 21st
June 4th & 17th
PTA Facebook BadgeTES PTA on Facebook
Are you on Facebook? By simply clicking on the link to the left, you can become a fan of our page! This is a great way to stay updated and aware of what's going on at our school and with PTA. You'll get reminders about upcoming events and deadlines to help you stay ahead of the game! Plus, we'd love you to post your comments, questions, suggestions and feedback on our wall. And don't forget to share your pictures of school events with us!
Check out our new website!
www.ThurstonPTA.com It's full of great information including current and upcoming events, our current newsletter, links to our school's site, plus information about our fundraisers, membership, sponsors and lots more! Our website will be updated monthly so check back often for updates!
My Coke Rewards Program coke logo
TES is now participating in the My Coke Rewards program that is an easy and FREE fundraiser. Throughout the year you can go to http://mycokerewards.com and register the codes found on participating coke products with our school. In return we will be able to redeem those points for such items as art supplies, sports gear and educational resources.
Advertise with us!
$50 ad ($5 monthly)
-business card size ad
-runs Sept-June in newsletter reaching all PTA members & staff
-runs year long on our new PTA website
$100 ad ($10 monthly)
-double business card size ad
-also runs in newsletter & website
-run monthly coupon of your choice that is only offered to PTA members
Contact April Uffens for more information at AprilUffens@ThurstonPTA.com

2009/10 PTA Members

~MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS~
FREE Admission to:
Splash Night, Gymnastics Night, Fall Harvest Party, Winter Holiday Party, St. Patrick's Day Party
Local business coupons at the bottom of each online newsletter, discounts offered off the National PTA website and supporting state and national efforts that advocate for our children.
(If you would like to join, please contact April Uffens) AprilUffens@ThurstonPTA.com
Teacher/Staff MEMBERS
Shari Furtwangler ~ Principal
Teena Seckler ~ Librarian
RoseAnn Coe ~ 3rd Grade Teacher
Dawn Gossler ~ Speech
Janet Dewey ~ Music
Curtis Crosswhite ~ 4th Grade Teacher
Katie Stiles ~ 1st Grade Teacher
Helen Federice-Kwong ~ 3rd Grade Teacher
Amber Mitchell ~ Resource
Kim Cabral ~ Kitchen
Cheri Westercamp ~ Kindergarten Teacher
Sharon Orme ~ 5th Grade Teacher
Kurtis Bonar ~ 4th Grade Teacher
Jocelyn Mendelssohn ~ 5th Grade Teacher
Parent MEMBERS
Victoria Holiday Sherry Cantlen
Jason & Tami Molony Joanna & Edward Kamppi
Leah Norris Julie & George Fleming
Roxanne Cole Pamala White
Michael & Denise Bean Amber Silva
Chris & Shelley Elliott Connie & Jeff Beckham
Sandra Hayden Lisa Annus
Mindy Henricks Paul & Summer Highfill
Kristy Martin Kari Firth
Kris Whineny Janice & Roger Bouchard
Sara Underwood Nikki Kinzer
April & Eric Uffens Matt & Michelle Miller
Trish Rosin Brandy & Paul Selby
Shyvonne Moore Toni & Mark Webb
Kristie & Kent Bonar Rhonda & Mike Crocker
Brenda Royce Jobina & Mike McGillivray
Megan Anderson Natalie Carter
Melissa Crolly Amelia DeLuna
Torina Hill Dwanee Modrell
Leslie/Derrick Smithwood Christy Davidson
Andie Campbell Melanie Kuhn
Kate Tiernan Robert Wingfield
Jade & Nathan Neckels Melanie Allen
Dixie Wunsch Heather Dillon
Edward Jewell Teresa Sutten
Teresa Burnes Diane Berg
Judy Haines Gayle Buller
Dan & Cari Hill Roger Savage
Denina Shive Jennifer Trujillo
Tonia Johnson Madlin Locey
Faith Forshee Traci & Jonathan Russell
Liz Paskett Jared & Krista Westover
Sally Marsh Jennifer Rogers
Shannen Fassbender Monica Coombes
Leslie & Derrick Smithwood Robert Wingfield
Ryan & Charlotte Nossman Trina King
Jonathan & Kristin Gault Teri Voyt
Becky Westover James & Lindsay Cantlen
Stacy Swartout-McKee Mike & Carmen Maine
Linnea & Derek Reese Steven Thompson
Tamarra Armstrong Heather Reece
Polly & Sean Chalette Sarah & Scott Gray
Elizabeth Lindbloom Sonja Francis
Shane & Tina Trenary Kristen Woodward
Scott & Mandi Ostrander Jeanee DeHaven
Kevin Watson Nikki Aguilar
Christy McAllister Jason Willis
Jeana Canizales Natasha Maryanski
Grant & Cassie Putnam Leesa Kopperud
Cory & Jody Tuntland Crystal Stutesman
Vinita Bishop

Business Sponsors

Make sure to check out the coupons at the bottom of this newsletter!To become a Business Sponsor of TES PTA, please contact April Uffens
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NAAG ad
Splash ad
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Kent Witham ad
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River City Coffee.good
Beginnings Ad
New Image Car Wash.good
Take Control Organizing Logo
Kristen Salladay ad
Shannon Caldwell ad
Chris Elliot Ad
Sensi Ad
Rachele Murphy Ad
Feb 10 Splash Coupon
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National Academy of Artistic Gymnastics
Buy 1 get 1 FREE
off any no-school day open gym admission
For a full listing of all classes, open gym and party information, visit us at naag-gymnastics.org or give us a call at (541) 744-2002.
Thurston Elementary PTA
Offer Expires: February 28, 2010 Online Newsletter Coupon
Thank you so much for your continued support of PTA. We try very hard to make the best decisions we can regarding your children and this school. However, we can't do that without your input. We invite you to the next PTA meeting to share with us your concerns, suggestions and ideas.
Sincerely,

April Uffens - President
Thurston Elementary PTA

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