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Roosevelt Elementary School

PTO Events 2008-2009


September 5th - Welcome Coffee (8:15am)
An opportunity for parents to enjoy a cup of coffee and a snack while socializing.  Information is available about the PTO and some basic school policies.  

September 10th– October 1st Gift Wrap Fundraiser

Children take orders for gift wrap, candles, and other small gifts.  All of the vendor's offerings are all made in New England.  Participation is optional, but as the funds benefit everyone, we hope that everyone can take part.  


September 19th: Welcome Back Slush Party (5-7pm) 

Enjoy a slush and have fun with old and new friends (free).Volunteers are needed to help set up, clean up, and scoop slush.  


October 25th: Halloween Party (6-8pm) 

Come to the school in costume for crafts, games, and food!  A nominal admission fee is charged to cover costs, and food and drink are also available for a small fee.Lots of volunteers are needed to staff craft tables, run games, serve food, set up, and clean up.  


November 17-21: Book Fair

During the day, children will visit the book fair with their classes, and will have the opportunity to purchase books.  They may also come back with a parent during designated hours, and we hope to offer an evening "parents-only" shopping night as well.  Profit generated by this event is used to fund the library.Volunteers are needed to help staff the fair.  


November 19thand February 4th: Rollerworld (6-8pm

The rink (on Rt. 1 in Saugus) is closed to everyone but the Roosevelt community.  Enjoy an evening of skating with your friends.  A nominal admission fee is charged to cover rink rental.  Rental skates are available for an additional charge.


December 10th: Winter Wonderland (During school hours)

Our elves work hard all year to provide a fabulous boutique where kids can do their holiday shopping.  All items are under $3, and children may purchase up to five gifts.  The "elves" will wrap one gift per child.Volunteers are needed to help set up, run the "boutique", and clean up.  


March 20th: Wine Tasting/Silent Auction (6-10pm)

This popular event is back for its fifth year.  Enjoy an evening of great food, entertainment, and beverage tasting, and bid on fantastic items.  Ask anyone who has gone - it's a great time!Volunteers are needed for planning the event, obtaining auction donations, and lots of tasks the day of the event


May 9th: School Play (7-9pm)

The annual school play is back for its third year.  Enjoy a student production starring Roosevelt third, fourth and fifth graders. Volunteers are needed to help with rehearsals, set creation, and tasks the day of the play.  


June 16 th: Field Day (During school hours)

The children are divided into teams, and compete in fun games.  Volunteers are needed to help run the event.   


June 16 th: Year-End BBQ (5-7pm)

Join your friends to end the school year with a BBQ.  Enjoy typical BBQ fare, including slush for dessert, and dance to the DJ.  A nominal fee is charged to cover costs.Volunteers needed to plan, shop, set up, serve, and clean up.


Upcoming Important Dates:

January 5
Welcome Back!

January 12
PTO Meeting (7-9pm)

January 14
K/1 Info Night @ MVMMS (7pm)

January 19
Martin Luther King Day - NO SCHOOL

January 20
Teacher Professional Development Day - NO SCHOOL

January 28
K/1 Open House (5pm)

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