Staying Connected and Helping Out

At our last PTO meeting, families generated some new ideas for ways to keep connected with each other.

First, we’re launching a community bulletin board (using jamboard) for families to ask questions of other Dallin families, share events, or  post something you’re “in search of”. We realize that some families use social media for this purpose, but other families do not, so this will offer a new way to connect.  Checking back frequently and responding to other families’ posts will increase its usefulness so please give it a try!

Second, we’ve created a virtual suggestion box in case you have ideas or thoughts to share.

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Finally, we’ve generated lots of great community-building ideas (e.g., scavenger hunts, game nights, clubs, etc.), but we are really struggling to find enough volunteers to get new ideas off the ground.  Can you spare a small amount of time to help out with a community-building event?  Please send an email to dallinptoboard@gmail.com.

Additional Opportunities to Volunteer

Welcome to Dallin School!

We are excited to reconnect with the Dallin community for the 2020-2021 school year!  

By having a child at the Dallin School, you are automatically a member of the Dallin Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).

This will be a year like no other, and the Dallin PTO Board and committee chairs have already started discussions of how best to meet our mission during this unique year. We plan to continue to provide financial and organizational support for enrichment activities to supplement the curriculum, sponsor community-building events, and provide supplemental financial support to teachers and staff so they can best serve our students. Whether your child will be a hybrid or remote student, our goal is to support the whole Dallin community. 

Stay Informed

Dallin official information is emailed to registered families using the e-mail address they provided at registration. You can also subscribe to our newsletter or follow us on Facebook and Twitter. More information about ways to stay informed is available here.

With kids coming to school on different days or learning remotely full-time, the Dallin Directory will be a key resource for staying connected to other families. The Directory is online and you can access it on the web or through an app. The school directory is distributed only to the Dallin community. Register or update your information here.

Volunteer Opportunities

Typically, Dallin PTO has a variety of ways to volunteer, whether you want to do hands-on organizing of an event or stay behind the scenes sending some emails – you’re encouraged to volunteer to your comfort level!

PTO Meetings

We usually meet the first Wednesdays of the month September through May. We plan to start the year with virtual meetings.

Our first virtual meeting will be Wednesday, October 7 at 7 p.m.

Suggestions

We’re always looking to find ways to help all families feel welcome and connected to the Dallin community, and welcome any questions or feedback you may have! Please contact us at dallinptoboard@gmail.com.

Welcome to the PTO!

By having a child at the Dallin School, you are automatically a member of the Dallin Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)! The Dallin PTO’s primary goals are to:

  •  Provide enrichment opportunities that supplement the curriculum
  •  Sponsor community building events for Dallin families
  •  Fund raise to support our students, school, and classroom needs

Volunteer Opportunities

Dallin PTO has volunteer opportunities that will work for you, whether you want to do hands-on organizing of an event or stay behind the scenes sending some emails – you’re encouraged to volunteer to your comfort level! Please see our sign up for volunteer opportunities.

Stay Informed

To stay up to date on Dallin news, you can subscribe to our e-mail lists and newsletter or follow us on Facebook and Twitter. More information is available here.

The school directory is distributed only to the Dallin community and is a valuable resource for connecting with other Dallin families. Register or update your information here.

PTO Meetings

We meet the fourth Thursdays of the month September through May either in the mornings (8:15 a.m.) or evenings (7 p.m.). Meeting times and agendas are sent out in advance.

Suggestions

We’re always looking to find ways to help all families feel welcome and connected to the Dallin community, and welcome any questions or feedback you may have! Please contact us at dallinptoboard@gmail.com.

Back to School

Welcome to the 2019-2020 school year!

Dallin PTO is a vibrant component of the school community and as a Dallin parent/guardian, you are automatically a member!

Please join us for our annual End of Summer Popsicle Party at Florence Field (next to Dallin School) on Thursday August 29th, 6-7:30pm. 

Dallin PTO has volunteer opportunities that will work for you, whether you want to do hands-on organizing of an event or stay behind the scenes sending some emails – you’re encouraged to volunteer to your comfort level! Please see our sign up for volunteer opportunities.

We are also looking for 2-3 room parents for each class, you can find out more and sign up here.

Calling All Volunteers!

Hello Dallin Families!

Love meeting people? Want to be involved with other families in your child’s school?

Want to get involved but feel as though you don’t have enough time?

The PTO would LOVE to have you be a parent volunteer this year!!!  We have volunteer opportunities that will work for you, whether you want to do hands-on organizing of an event or stay behind the scenes sending some emails – you’re encouraged to volunteer to your comfort level!

Click here for more information and to sign up to get involved with an event!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A45ACAB23A6FF2-volunteer

Don’t forget, next PTO meeting is October 30, 7pm.

Thank you for helping our children grow.

Welcome Back Coffee

Save the Date!

Please join us for a Welcome Back Coffee, Friday September 7th at 8:10 am. Come enjoy a cup of coffee and connect with friends old and new.

Information regarding PTO events/volunteer opportunities will be available.

Dallin Staff Appreciation Week

Monday, May 7 starts Dallin’s Teacher Appreciation Week. Take a moment to remind your child to say thank you to the teachers and staff that make his/her day(s) at Dallin more meaningful. Take a moment yourself to say a kind work of gratitude at drop off, pick up or at volunteer time. It will mean the world to them to know that their tireless efforts make a difference.

We have a full week planned to show our teachers how much we care about them. So many of you parents have already signed up or volunteered to help out next week – thank you! We couldn’t do this without your efforts! If you haven’t yet had the chance to sign up or ‘raise your hand’ to volunteer, here are a couple of last minute requests:

    1. 1. We need more food items, especially for the luncheon! The luncheon is a well-loved tradition for our teachers and staff and we want to make it as delicious and plentiful as we can. We always can use more food! If a slot is filled—we’d still love to have your homemade or store-bought breakfast item, lunch item, or treat! Please keep food peanut free. Please provide a label that highlights major allergens (i.e., dairy, egg, gluten, etc.) as well as the name of the item. We also need more food for each breakfast, the snacks, and the cookie buffet. Please Sign-Up to Volunteer Here.

 

    1. 2. Check-in with your child’s room parents to see if luncheon coverage is still needed on Thursday, May 10, if you are able to help. We also will need help for covering the specialists slots, Please either ask your room parent or contact us if you are willing to help.

 

      1. 3. Finally, on Friday, May 11, students should bring in homemade cards, pictures, poems, etc. and give them to their teacher. Feel free to encourage them to make something for their favorite /staff/specialist if they feel inclined. We will be providing each staff member, teacher and specialist a gift each day.

 

Thank you for helping us make this year’s Teacher Appreciation Week a success!

Mary Brown & Candice Cruz Dintino, Co-chairs