Hawthorne PTA Calendar
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2018-2019 School Supplies
Order your 2018-2019 School Supplies HERE! Grade specific school supplies lists can be found HERE. Order Cutoff date is June 15th, 2018. Kits will be delivered to the school for pick-up in the Old Gym on August 13th, 4 - 6 pm.
When ordering supplies be sure to select boy or girl if pertains to your grade. Please note that head phones are not included in the kit, but there is an option to include them. Lastly, if you choose to purchase your supplies on your own you have the option to purchase head phones, the mead filer for 5th grade and the mini messenger bag for 4th and 5th grade separately through the school supply web-site. If you have any questions please contact: Adriana Sjullie or Lori Harges.
PTA Positions for the 2018-19 School Year
The PTA plays a vital role in supporting and enriching the Hawthorne community. And it is only possible with the many parents who volunteer their time and talents. With our wide and diverse needs, there is truly a role that will match to your interests and fit into your lifestyle.
All Hawthorne PTA positions are listed HERE. Simply click on the position to read the job description and the approximate time commitment. After you have determined your areas of interest, click HERE for consideration. We will be in touch soon. Please direct any questions to hawthornepta205@gmail.com.
Volunteer Opportunities
Here are the current volunteer opportunities at Hawthorne. Click the event title to be taken to the Sign-Up Genius. or the Chairperson's email for more information. Thank you, your participation is crucial to the PTA being able to offer our children these programs!
Ongoing
Morning Drop-Off Procedures
We have nearly 500 children arriving between 8:00 and 8:12 am every morning. The following procedures have been updated to address the traffic and safety issues the communities of Hawthorne, Immaculate Conception and Elmhurst are experiencing. These procedures should be taken seriously, as your child’s safety is our absolute first priority.
The Hawthorne AM Drop-Off Procedures and Map can be found here. Please take the time to read the procedures and communicate these procedures to ALL family members and childcare providers that drop.
PTA Member Directory
DirectorySpot is an online directory for the parents and teachers of Hawthorne.
Communicate with other Hawthorne families online or through the smartphone app. Loaded with features, such as the auto dial when you click on a phone number, or the auto launching of maps when you click on an address. If you hold down the cell phone number, you will get an option to send a text or call the number (iPhone only). DirectorySpot will even create an email if you click on someone's email address.
DirectorySpot is included with all paid PTA Memberships. Questions?
How PTA Money Raised is Spent
The REACH PTA
Was you child just identified for REACH services? Not sure what this means or how to support your child? The REACH PTA is a parent group dedicated to supporting gifted and talented programs in District 205 and encouraging higher level educational opportunities for ALL District 205 students. Our area of focus includes:
- Providing parent resources for gifted and advanced learners
- Organizing advocacy at local and national levels
- Sponsoring and/or promoting academic-based extra-curricular activities that are accessible to all students
- Collaborating with REACH teachers to provide additional resources and student opportunities.
Feel free to visit the REACH PTA website, request to be added to the REACH PTA distribution list to receive information and updates about the program by emailing Patricia.Glosner@icloud.com or plan to join us at any of the REACH PTA meetings (meeting dates found on website).
Hawthorne PTA MIssion
The mission of the Hawthorne PTA is to volunteer in the interest of the children, to encourage understanding and cooperation between parents and teachers, and to promote programs that benefit the success of children’s learning. The Hawthorne PTA supports education through active participation and advocacy.
Do you have any feedback on any of the Hawthorne PTA programs? Complete the Feeback form located in our PTA locker above or send us an email at HawthornePTA205@gmail.com.
Hawthorne Variety Show
The Hawthorne Variety Show, taking place on Thursday, March 15th at 6 pm, welcomes diverse talents and acts, from tumbling to tap-dance, pogo-sticks to piano and everything in between. Come and show us what you’ve got. Sign up today!
More details on the event and the sign up form can be found here. All Participation Forms are due Friday, January 19th, 2018.
