Association of Sycamore Schools

“Expenses advertising and promotion 550 insurance 556 student programs 34,690 staff appreciation 10,700 fourth grade graduation 4,080 bank charges 360 pto member expenses 723 total 51,659”

“To develop united efforts among educators, parents and the community to secure the highest advantages in mental, phyiscal, social and character education for children; facilitate communication and cooperation among parents, staff and other interest persons; and provide enrichment opportunities and program/equipment funding for service to children, parents and staff”

“Other programs supported by the pto (both through volunteers and funding) at the school include: - library & literacy programs - theater programs - student recognition initiatives - physical education support - art programs - music programs - environment awareness programs - other smaller & miscellaneous programs”

“Staff appreciation- throughout the school year, the pto donates resources to help lift the spirits of the staff at montgomery elementary, usually culminating during the first week of may during national teacher appreciation week. Several volunteers oversee this programming. All events are held on campus.”

“Fourth grade graduation - every year the pto allocates a budgeted amount to fund a graduation ceremony for 4th grade students. This event includes numerous volunteers who work to create a celebration for 4th grade students who will be transitioning to the intermediate school.”

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