5086 Burkhardt Road | Dayton, OH 45431 | 937.256.1761
Organizations
School Clubs
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PTO
We cordially invite you to join our Parent
Teacher Organization. PTO meetings are normally held the third Thursday of
the month.
Our PTO provides many activities, services, and funds that benefit every child
at St. Helen School. PTO is a great way to stay in touch with your child’s
educational experience, participate in many wonderful activities, and have a
voice in how monies are spent. It’s also a great way to meet other parents
while giving of your time and talent!
As you can imagine, it takes quite a few people to make our programs successful.
There are opportunities throughout the year to volunteer in many capacities.
Look for the PTO Events and Volunteer Opportunities list included in this
packet. We encourage you to consider each of the opportunities presented.
The PTO functions only with the support and participation of everyone at St.
Helen School. We look forward to your involvement!
PTO OFFICERS
President:
Jessica Baxley
Vice-President: Mekissa Leaman 256-1729
Secretary: Heather Leonard 258-2702
Treasurer: Kelli Lawhorn 299-5404
PTO events and opportunities
BABYSITTING COURSE is offered to interested students
grade 5 and up (must be 11 years old) and held once a year on a
Saturday. A certified Red Cross volunteer teaches basic childcare
practices.
BOXTOPS FOR EDUCATION/CAMPBELL’S SOUP LABEL PROGRAMS
allow the school to earn credit/dollars for various items to benefit the
school such as gym or playground equipment.
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK is held in late January or early
February. A variety of events are held throughout the week
including special activities for students that focus on Catholic
education.
CLASSROOM PARTIES are held at spaced intervals
throughout the year with various themes.
CONFIRMATION RECEPTION is held for the 8th graders and
their families. Cake and punch are served in the gym following the
Confirmation Mass.
EVERYBODY COUNTS is a program designed to help our
children become more aware of various disabilities (physical and
learning) that they might encounter in friends and classmates.
FACULTY CONFERENCE DINNERS are held during
parent-teacher conferences in the fall. PTO supplies dinner and
volunteers are needed to donate food and other items.
FAMILY DINING OUT are held monthly at various local
establishment such as Bob Evans, McDonald’s, LaRosa’s, Chik-Fil-A,
etc.
FIELD DAY consists of outdoor fun and games. Held
at the end of the school year for grades K-4, it is a treat for both
students and parents alike.
FIRST COMMUNICANT RECOGNITION is held the Wednesday
after the First Communion Mass in May. Donuts and milk are
provided for the second grade class as a special treat from the PTO.
HOMEROOM TEAM REPRESENTATIVES are assigned to each
class. One job of the Homeroom Rep is to delegate the work
responsibilities for PTO events by making phone calls and enlisting the
help of others.
JUNIOR HIGH SOCIALS are held twice a year – once in the
fall and again in the spring.
MARKET DAY FOOD CO-OP offers high quality food items
that are easy to prepare. The PTO earns a 10% profit per
item. Contact Kelli Lawhorn at 299-5404.
MONTHLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS are held on the third
Tuesday of each month. Each celebrant receives a birthday
card/invitation and an ice cream cup and cookie at lunch.
QUARTERLY TEACHER LUNCHEONS are “themed” lunches
provided for the staff. Grades will be contacted to help with one
luncheon. It’s just a little treat to remind teachers that we
support them and appreciate their hard work.
RECYCLING PROGRAM is a way to turn empty ink cartridges
and used cell phones into cash. All monies raised go into the
school technology fund.
REVERSE RAFFLE is a major fund-raising and social
event. Volunteers are needed to sell tickets and work at the
event.
SCHOOL DIRECTORY includes class lists and phone numbers
of student families (with parent permission) and other pertinent
information. PTO volunteers edit, proof read, and assemble the
directory. A copy of the directory is included for each family
with paid PTO membership dues.
JUNIOR HIGH PIZZA PARTY is held during school hours in
the last week of school for the 7th and 8th grade students and teachers
in the school gym. Pizza, drinks, and dessert are provided.
SPEAKERS AND PROGRAMS are informative and entertaining.
PTO is interested in learning about speakers or special programs that
you are aware of that may be of interest to those at St. Helen.
SWEATSHIRT SALE is held twice a year. Light gray
fleece-wear with St. Helen logo embroidery is sold. Crewneck and
hooded sweatshirts can be worn as part of the uniform. However, you may
also purchase sweatpants, and denim shirts to be worn outside of school.
USED UNIFORM SALE is held each August prior to the
uniform company’s new uniform sale. Items may be purchased
outright or a one-for-one exchange. Used uniforms are also available
from 6:30 pm until 7:00 pm prior to each PTO meeting.
Sports/Boosters
St. Helen Booster Club Winter Activity sign-ups will take place Sunday, August 28th from 9:00am-12:00pm and Monday, August 29th from 6:00pm-7:00pm in the school gym. Activities include Basketball, Volleyball, Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts. See the attached "Booster Club Winter Flyer" for more information.
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