5K Agonizingly Close to Achieving $50,000 Dream

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Our 5K journey is finally reaching its peak. We are so amazingly, unbelievably, awe-inspiringly CLOSE to achieving our goal of $50,000-- one of the biggest single fundraising goals set by the PTC in recent memory. 

As of this morning, we are just over $1000 away from reaching the top of our mountain.  Through matching funds, corporate sponsorships, and your own generosity, the summit is now within reach. Just like every student, EVERY.DOLLAR.COUNTS.

When we do this together, everybody wins.

Team Amazon (6th) continues to be in the lead overall,  but Lotus (7th) is coming on strong through envelope donations.  Endeavor continues to be in the lead for 8th.  

Additionally, two individual students have fundraised over $1000.  UNREAL.

Help push us to the top by turning in your cash/check donation to the office by today, Thursday, 10/12  or donate online at https://www.firstgiving.com/411287/cedar-park-5k.  

PTC Staff Appreciation Monthly Coffee Run

Facing a full classroom of 11 to 14 year-olds each morning is not for the faint of heart.  It takes a lot to be an effective middle school teacher– enthusiasm, patience, passion... and for many, a decent cup of coffee.

Support our teachers and their sanity by donating to the PTC's monthly staff appreciation coffee run.  Once a month, several volunteers sign-up to bring in a pound of pre-ground, non-flavored coffee to restock the coffee coffers in the staff lounge.

Donations can be left in the front office or in the teacher's lounge.  The brilliance of this opportunity is that your child can transport your donation to the office for you.  October's donations are due this Friday, 10/13.

Sign up here to donate a pound of coffee and save a teacher's morning.  The sign-up lists the entire school year, so take as many spots as you can.  CPMS teachers will thank you.

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October 2017 Community Meeting Minutes & Treasurer's Report

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Your PTC Board held their second community meeting of the year last Monday.  16 community members attended, included principal Shannon Anderson.  Discussion items included:

  • BSD's Budget Shortfall
  • Fall Conference Revamp
  • Canvas
  • Introduction of new Board members, Karen DiPietro and Mark Chen
  • June through September Financials
  • Revising PTC Meeting Dates (to avoid Sunset and Beaverton PTO meetings)
  • Art Lit Scheduling Conflicts
  • 5K Updates

Explore the FULL MEETING MINUTES HERE.

The next PTC community meeting will be Monday, 11/20 at 7pm in the CPMS Media Center (library).  The PTC Board hopes to include a guest speaker on Internet Safety at this meeting.  Any questions can be directed to Jana Drotzmann, PTC President.

CPMS Book Fair Rides into Town 10/23; Volunteers Needed

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The annual CPMS Book Fair is scheduled for this October during the week of conferences.  Our Library Media Assistant, Debbie Hernandez, is seeking out volunteers to help set-up and man the fair.  The tentative schedule includes:

  • Monday, 10/23– Set-up from 2-4pm
  • Tuesday, 10/24– Preview for the kids.  Student supervision needed 10am-4pm
  • Wednesday, 10/25- Book Fair officially opens 2:30-8pm
  • Thursday, 10/26- Fair open 8am to 8pm
  • Monday, 10/30- Pack up 9-11am

Two hour shifts are available on myvolunteerpage.  An mVP profile  is required to volunteer during school hours.

Preview the titles at the Book Fair HERE.

PTC 5K Nearing Finish Line

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Our "Keep Cedar Park Awesome" 5K continues to gain momentum as we approach the finish line.  As a community, we have achieved 90% of our goal and only need another $5000 to make all our 5K dreams come true.

Students are on the verge of earning a school-wide ice cream party if the fundraising goal of $50,000 is met.  Get those donations in this weekend so we can begin the celebration!

You have until Thursday, 10/12, to add your contribution to this worthy, tax-deductible cause. Team and individual competitions will also close on 10/12. The top-earning team from each grade will enjoy a class party, while the school's top earner will also take home a prize.

You can still be a hero in two easy ways:
1. Go to https://www.firstgiving.com/411287/cedar-park-5k and donate to the cause.
2. Return your cash/check to the school in the 5K envelope (or any envelope clearly marked 5K). Students can drop them off in the office. 

Unsure of where the money goes?  Still need some inspiration? Check out these incredibly educational links to get yourself excited:

Five Awesome Reasons to Donate to the PTC 5K

5K FAQ-- All Your Burning Questions Answered