DOLVIN PTA NEWS. Message from your Co-Presidents

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1 DOLVIN PTA NEWS Parent Teacher Association Back to School Newsletter July 2016 Message from your Co-Presidents We hope everyone has had a relaxing summer spent with family and friends. As we get ready for another school year, we would like to extend our utmost appreciation for your continued support in making Dolvin Elementary a school full of great learning opportunities as well as student character development. As Co-Presidents of the Dolvin PTA, our goals are to make sure our community feels welcome, informed and involved. This newsletter will hopefully help accomplish all those goals. We have some new and exciting changes that cannot happen without YOU, the Parents. Our theme Support Your Child, is focused on increasing overall membership through an annual fund drive and developing volunteer positions that appeal to everyone. Our success will enable us to continue to support academic enrichment programs, enhancements, and special events. See you all at Sneak Peek! Kim Hochman kimhochman@gmail.com Sara Guyer sararkfeld@yahoo.com Getting Ready for school? We are here to help. Below you will find helpful tools and information to make Sneak Peek easier, necessary forms and step by step instructions to get in and out quickly. Here is your road map: 1. Welcome: What does the PTA do? Pg 2 2. Informed: What s New MySchoolAnywhere Info. Pg 3 3. Sneak Peek important information and forms Pg 4 4. Involved: How can you help? Pg 5 5. Stay Connected Pg 6 6. Sneak Peek Checklist for convenience! Pg 7 7. Yearbook & School Supplies Info Pg 8 SAVE THE DATE! Curriculum Night Monday, August 22nd (K-2 ) 6:30pm Tuesday, August 23rd (3-5) 6:30pm

2 Who s Who PTA Board Senior Co-President Kim Hochman Junior Co-President Sara Guyer Treasurer Bonnie Dahmani VP of Academic Enrichment Susan King VP of Communications Jen Simmons VP of Health & Community Michelle Goldklang VP of Program Funding Anne Marie Troisi VP of Special Events Lori Painter Secretary of Support Services OPEN Recording Secretary Kelly White What We Do.The Dolvin Parent/Teacher Association is dedicated to sponsoring programs and events that enhance the school both academically and socially for our children. We spend approximately $100 per child/year enrolled at Dolvin. None of this is possible without your generous monetary SUPPORT and TIME volunteering. Below are the programs and events we are able to provide: Academic Enrichment Dolvin Discovery Lab, International Day, Lunch Bunch, Rockin Reader (K), Reflections Program, Teacher support, Student agendas Student Enrichment Character education program (7 Mindsets), My School Anywhere application, Electronic sign contribution, Room Parent/Classroom activities and parties, Spirit Days, School Store, Spirit Wear, Book Fair, Kidscare (4-5) Program, Yearbook, Tanner Photo fundraising sessions, Box Tops, Publix Partner cards, Amazon Smile Rewards Account Social/Hospitality Dolvin Family Fun Night, Ice Cream Social, (k-2) Bingo Night, Staff Appreciation Week & Back to school staff luncheon/dinner Health & Community Recycling program, Hands on Dolvin, Watch Dogs, Hearing & Vision testing support PTA Board Position - VP of Support Services: in charge of overseeing Back to School Staff Luncheon (1 event), Curriculum Night Staff Dinner (1 event), Staff Appreciation Week (1 week + planning) and the newly formed Welcoming Committee (as needed). Attend 1 meeting per month Information Technology Officer role is to maintain the PTA website and social media channels Facebook and Twitter) - we already have all our technology setup but need help to maintain it! Basic knowledge of HTM, web hosting and Paypal would be great. Reflection Program Chair National PTA contest held in October *********Please contact Kim Hochman kimhochman@gmail.com if interested.

3 We are pleased to introduce MySchoolAnywhere... the only Click & Confirm System that will MySchoolAnywhere automate and streamline our Annual Fund Drive and Directory process. No more hand-written forms, incomplete information and missed deadlines. MySchoolAnywhere New This Year...We are going paperless! MySchoolAnywhere will enable us to Go Paperless! The entire directory process will be online, from data collection to making the directory available both on your computer as well as your smart phone. In addition, we are also offering convenient online shopping for your PTA ANNUAL FUND contribution, YEAR- BOOK purchase, TANNER family photography session, and much more! Why are we doing this? Saves time this new system will help us publish the directory right when school starts AND parents can avoid filling out forms by purchasing their Dolvin items online.. Saves money no more printing costs! The money can be vested back to the students academic growth. Reduces errors - because you enter your information yourself, you can be guaranteed that it s what you want. How does it work? Our new system will involve 2 steps: collecting your information online and then giving you secure access to the online system. To enter your information please go to the link below and follow the instructions. This is a secure form and you can print your submission for your records. Enter Code: dolvin Many families have already been pre-populated into the system by using last year s directory. If this applies to your family you will receive a message: Good News! There is already a family with that in our system. Would you like us to you a link to update your family contact information? Simply select Yes How do you access the new online directory? Once we have received and reviewed your family s information you will receive an with login instructions. Our plan is to go live the first week of school so please confirm your data! What s so great about the online directory? It s secure your family will have a unique login and password and the directory can t be lost or stolen. You can search by student s first name, grade, teacher and family last name. You can create your own custom list of frequently called families. You can access the family directory from any internet connected device: your computer, smart phone, ipad, etc. Is it secure? YES! All data is stored behind secure firewalls and can only be accessed by authorized users with a validated username and encrypted password. All data is viewed and passed using SSL encryption. Any questions? Contact dolvinpta@gmail.com. Thank you for participating!

4 SNEAK PEEK THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2016 Last names beginning A-L at 12:30 1:30 Last names beginning M-Z at 2:00 3:00 The key to a successful Sneak Peek is to prepare ahead of time. The PTA is continuing its non-fundraising philosophy. This means we will not ask your child to sell anything to raise money for our school. In order to make all these wonderful programs happen, we are requesting a ONE time donation to our annual fund drive. While all donations at any level are greatly appreciated, please consider donating at the SUPPORTER level or above which fully funds your student and provides you with the following appreciation benefits below. CONTRIBUTION LEVEL DOLPHIN SPONSOR ADVOCATE SUPPORTER (funds 1 child) MEMBER BASIC Dona!on Apprecia!on Benefits $500 $250 $150 $100 $50 $10 Naonal PTA Membership & NEW Dolvin Canvas Tote Bag X X X X X X Dolvin Dolphin Car Magnet X X X X X **NEW Custom School Calendar X X X X **NEW Exclusive School Notepad X X X **NEW Treat with Mr. Malloy X X **NEW Event Reserved Parking (2 events) (all donaon are 100% tax deducble - Dolvin PTA is a 501 c (3) not-for-profit. EIN # ) X There are 2 ways to be a supporter: 1. SUPER EASY & SUPER FAST - Early Donation Online For your convenience and to save time at sneak peek please go to: Enter Code: dolvin Verify your information and choose your Annual Fund donation level. You can also order your Yearbook and purchase your Tanner Photography photo session. Just add items to your cart and pay with credit card or through Paypal. EARLY BIRD BONUS** By donating before Sneak Peek you will receive a FREE Custom Color Changing Cup the kids will love! 2. At Sneak Peek All forms are available for printing at or visit us at our PTA tables in the cafeteria. Annual Fund forms, Yearbook orders and Tanner Photo session sign ups will also be available. Accepted forms of payment are cash, check or credit card. All checks should be made out to Dolvin PTA. NEW TO DOLVIN? Visit us at the New Family Welcome table in the Cafeteria during Sneak Peek or contact Jen Simmons at jflome@gmail.com

5 Be Involved Make time to volunteer! Welcome to the school year at Dolvin! As in past years, volunteers are critical to ensuring our students have the best elementary school experience possible. While volunteers are always needed in the classrooms, the PTA also needs volunteers for school wide functions and support roles. The Dolvin PTA offers many volunteer jobs to fit a variety of schedules and interests. Whether you are a full-time, part-time or stay at home working parent, we have something for everyone. Please take a moment to click on the link below and see what opportunities are a good fit Filling out this form does not commit you to anything. A PTA representative will contact you as events or needs come up to see if you are available. We hope you will join us and be a part of your child s Dolvin experience. Go to... to submit online or print forms and return to the volunteer table at Sneak Peek How Do I Become a Volunteer? All volunteers must register annually on The Fulton County Volunteer Page. 1. Register on the Fulton County Volunteer Page h<p:// 2. Complete the mandatory online training 3. Complete volunteer applicaon 4. Please allow 48 hours for your applicaon to be processed before you volunteer 5. When you arrive at school for your first volunteer posion, please be prepared to present a photo ID. EASY WAYS TO HELP OUR SCHOOL!!! Box Tops Box Top coupons are on the packaging of hundreds of participating products that you probably use every day. All you need to do is clip them off of the package, stick them in a zip lock bag or envelope, and save them until school starts. Contests are held throughout the school year for the class that collects the most box tops so start saving now! Publix Partners Show your Dolvin Publix Partner card every time you check out and Publix will donate a portion of your purchase directly to the school. Yes, it s that simple! Amazon Smile Rewards Amazon will donate a portion of your AmazonSmile purchases directly to the school whenever you shop on AmazonSmile. AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know. Same products, same prices, same service. Start your shopping at and select Dolvin Elementary PTA as your charity of choice.

6 15 ways to stay connected and in the know at DOLVIN! 1. BECOME A SUPPORTER contribute to our Annual Fund Drive and JOIN THE PTA register at ENTER CODE: dolvin 2. Join us on FACEBOOK: h<ps:// SCAN CODE FOR FACEBOOK 3. Follow us on TWITTER: h<p//twi<er.com/dolvines & h<p://twi<er.com/dolvinpta 4. Explore the Official DOLVIN SCHOOL Website 5. Discover the Official DOLVIN PTA Website : 6. Read the MONTHLY PTA E-NewsleAer sent through MySchoolAnywhere & the Dolvin Diary -a weekly e- blast from Ms. Zoll sent on Thursdays to your 7. See the front office for your Home Access codes to see grades, a<endance and behavior. 8. A<end Monthly School Governance Council SGC Meengs. 9. Use the PTA Printed Custom Calendar one free at most PTA contribuon levels. 10. VOLUNTEER in the classroom be sure to complete Fulton County Volunteer forms needed to volunteer 11. VOLUNTEER for a PTA commi<ee. 12. Check-in with your Room Parents Communicaon: They are your key to tons of informaon. 13. Look at your child s teacher s website. 14. Follow Fulton County Schools on 15. Talk to your child for 10 minutes each day. They know a lot! SAVE THESE DATES FOR DOLVIN S ANNUAL FAMILY PHOTO SESSION FUNDRAISER! SAVE THE DATES: OCT 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd & 23rd Once again, Tanner Photography has partnered us to create memories and raise money for our school. This is the perfect opportunity to get your family portrait taken in time for holiday cards and beautiful fall weather. FREE 11 x 14 Photo with each photo session ENTER CODE: dolvin Look for more details and signups in the Cafeteria at Sneak Peek! For more information, please Heather Swearingen hgordon63@hotmail.com

7 SNEAK PEEK CHECKLIST 1. Outside front door: Spirit Wear Preview Locate class lists 2. Front Lobby: Get an Sneak Peek Checklist from Welcome Committee Representative in the lobby 3. Cafeteria: Early Bird Advantage If you took advantage of MySchoolAnywhere ENTER CODE: dolvin and completed any of the following online, ahead of time (annual fund contribution, yearbook and Tanner), please visit our Early Bird table to confirm your information and receive your early bird appreciation gift and complementary Dolvin canvas tote bag! Turn In or Fill Out -If you DID NOT take advantage of our early bird online opportunity please turn in or fill out your PTA Annual fund form, and yearbook form. We accept cash, checks (made out to Dolvin PTA), or CC and receive your complementary Dolvin Canvas tote bag! Volunteer Visit our PTA Volunteer table to sign up for volunteer opportunities. Tanner Photography Sign Up Visit the Tanner Photography table to sign up for our annual family photo session fundraiser. Pre-pay for lunches or prepay online at 4. Outside Cafeteria:(Buice Road side) Photo Opportunity with Dolvin Dolphin mascot and props. Great first day photo and yearbook pic! 5. Media Center: Purchase your NEW Spirit Wear 6. Classroom: Meet and Greet your new teacher

8 DON T FORGET TO ORDER YOUR DOLVIN YEARBOOK NOW!!!!! 1. Easy and Convenient Go to Enter Code: dolvin The Dolvin Online School Store is only available to those who have registered. ALer you register simply add it to your cart. 2. Visit us in the Cafeteria during Sneak Peek QUICK AND EASY WAY TO GET YOUR SCHOOL SUPPLIES: 1. Go to on your mobile device or home computer Click on Find a list; enter zip code 30022; click on Dolvin Elementary; each grade levels list has been uploaded. A banner will come across the screen with the TARGET icon. This will take you to targets website where you can add items to your cart. Supplies can be delivered to your home or picked up in a nearby Target of your choice!!!