Parent Class: Budgeting, Credit, and Risk Management Class

KCPS Parent Education Opportunity: Budgeting, Credit, and Risk Management Class. Choose from classes on three dates: Dec 4 at Central Academy, Dec 11 at Gladstone Elementary, or Jan 8 at Banneker Elementary.

Holiday Shopping with Amazon Smile

Support the FLA PTO with AmazonSmile! Have you started your holiday shopping? If you shop at Amazon, support the FLA PTO with AmazonSmile. When shopping, use this link to sign up to support our PTO with your Amazon purchases: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/47-4165803. Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible smile.amazon.com purchases to the FLA Parent Teacher Organization. Please note this doesn't work with the Amazon app. Thanks for your support!

Parent Feedback Needed for KCPS Inititiatives

KCPS is asking for feedback on two initiatives that they are pursuing to better serve our students next school year. They are asking for feedback so that these initiatives can be a successful addition next year. The next meetings are scheduled for Dec 4 at 5:30pm Manual, and Dec 6 at 5:30pm at Northeast Middle. The initiatives are: 1) School calendar changes to provide additional professional development time, and 2) Bell time changes for Tier I and Tier II schools to improve school bus service. FLA is a Tier III school. For more info:

https://www.kcpublicschools.org/parentmeetings

Book Fair this week - Dec 4-7

Stop in to the Book Fair this week! Open Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm and also open late on Thursday evening during our Winter Concert! If you have a couple hours to spare, we could use your help! Volunteers earn a $5 credit to spend at the Book Fair for each 2-hour shift worked! Sign up online at signup.com/go/ObyHFrq.

Winter Concert - Dec 6

You're Invited! FLA Winter Concert this Thursday, December 6 at 6:00PM! Performances will be by students in Kindegarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School Bands, and the Middle School Choir. This is a very popular event, so please plan to arrive early and be patient in finding a parking space. Many families find spaces to park along 34th St, 34th Terrace, and Armour. The Book Fair will also be open before the concert so you can stop by and start your holiday shopping. 8th graders will be selling hot chocolate, coffee and sweet treats. We hope you can join us for this festive evening!

KCPS DAC Meeting on Civic Engagement Dec 5 at 5:30pm

KCPS DAC Meeting on Civic Engagement Dec 5 at 5:30pm. All parents and community members are invited. Learn how your civic engagement can directly impact education in Kansas City. The meeting will be held at the Board of Education Offices at 2901 Troost. Topics and guest speakers include:

• Redrawn election districts for the KCPS Board of Directors
• KCPS district equity initiatives
• TIF Economic Development Financing (Tax Increment Financing)
• Justice in the Schools - Legal Aid of Western Missouri

Parent Class: Budgeting, Credit, and Risk Management

KCPS is offering this upcoming class for parents: Budgeting, Credit, and Risk Management. Choose from classes on three dates:

• Dec 4 at Central Academy
• Dec 11 at Gladstone Elementary
• Jan 8 at Banneker Elementary

BOOK FAIR - December 4-7

The PTO Book Fair will be December 4-7! This is a fun way to volunteer and meet other parents, help out at school, plus it's only a 2-hour commitment! Volunteers to help with students who visit the fair during the school day, and families who visit in the evening during the Winter Concert on Thursday Dec 6. Volunteers will earn a $5 credit to spend at the Book Fair for each 2-hour shift worked. Sign up online at signup.com/go/ObyHFrq or contact Johanna Hernandez jojokc2006@gmail.com or 816-325-9950 for more information.

2019-2020 FLA enrollment begins December 4

Please spread the word about our school! If you have family, friends, or neighbors interested in enrolling their children for the following school year, encourage them to visit FLA for a school tour or apply online at enrollkc.org. FLA enrolls students in Kindergarten and 1st grade, as well as older students that have proficiency in their target language. Have families call the office at 816-418-6000 to schedule a tour.

Tamale Time!

** UPDATE - PRE-ORDERS STILL ACCEPTED ** Pre-orders are due Wednesday, December 5. All proceeds benefit the 8th grade Costa Rica trip! Tamales are $15/dozen. Bring your order form to the office with cash or check. Choose from red pork, green chicken, and cheese/chile. Orders will be available for pick up Dec 17.

Show your Panther Pride! Get connected to your FLA Community!

Volunteer to help with the Pedestrian and Traffic Safety Team

Collect Box Tops!

Shop smile.amazon.com and support the FLA PTO!

Like and share with the official FLA Facebook Page

Connect with the PTO on facebook at Friends of FLA

Join the PTO facebook group to share ideas and ask questions - FLA Friends and Families

Visit the PTO blog for volunteer opportunities, meeting info, agendas, and minutes

Upcoming Events! ¡Próximos Eventos!

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events!

Veteran's Day Assembly - Nov 9 at 2pm

3rd Grade Musical - Nov 13 at 6pm

PTO Meeting - Nov 15 at 6pm

No School - Nov 21-23

Spirit Day - Nov 30

Fall Parties 10/31

Fall Parties and Middle School Dance - Oct 31
Students are invited to wear costumes and take part in a costume parade at school on Oct 31 at 2pm, followed by classroom parties (K-5) and a dance for middle school students (grades 6-8) from 2:30-4pm. Families are welcome to attend and parent volunteers are needed to help plan activities for the fall classroom parties. If you are interested in helping plan a game or activity for your student's class, please contact your teacher. Here are some links for those looking for ideas and activities.

• Halloween Class Party Ideas on Pinterest
• Halloween Party Games for Kids
• School Halloween Party Ideas for Kids

BOX TOPS DUE TODAY

Box Tops are due TODAY! October 29 is the last day to turn in Box Tops this fall! Bring any last minute Box Tops to school in a zip top bag with your teacher's name in order for it to be counted towards our class contest. The class turning in the most will receive a Pizza Party!

Chipotle Fundraiser 10/29/18

Join your FLA friends at Chipotle TONIGHT 10/29/18 at 1713 W. 39th St between 4-8pm. Come and have dinner in support of FLA! Tell the cashier you are there to support FLA or show them photo of our fundraiser flier. Chipotle will donate 33% of their proceeds to our school!

Appreciation Lunch Oct 18 - Volunteers and Donations needed!

The PTO is planning a luncheon for our wonderful FLA teachers and staff! The meal will be held in the library on the day of Parent Teacher Conferences, Thursday, October 18 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm.
Volunteers and donations are needed to make this a success! Please sign up to help!

- Sign up here - http://signup.com/go/ubJTKWu 
- Pick a time to help, choose 12-2pm or 2-4pm!
- Bring food, drinks, or decorations!
- Contact Fiorella Franks with any questions at 913-375-6656.


La Organización de Padres y Maestros (PTO) esta planeando un almuerzo para nuestros maravillosos maestros y personal de FLA. El almuerzo será en la biblioteca de FLA el día de la Conferencias de Padres y Maestros, el jueves, 18 de octubre de 1-3pm. Voluntarios y donaciones necesarios para que este sea un éxito.

- Para registrarse: http://signup.com/go/ubJTKWu 
- Colaborar con donaciones de comida!
- Ser voluntario de 12-2pm o 2-4pm
- Comuníquese con Fiorella Franks 913-375-6656 con cualquier pregunta.

FLA Family Carnival - Friday, Sept 21 from 5-8pm

Bring the whole family for a night of fun with your friends at FLA! Our FLA Family Carnival will be Friday, September 21 from 5-8pm. We also need lots of volunteers to help with games, the prize booth, set-up & clean-up - http://signup.com/go/WEJTaoh. Volunteers earn one half price wristband for unlimited games!

Games and Prizes!

- Kids 3 and under play for free!
- Purchase a wristband for unlimited play - $10 per child
- Purchase game tickets - 5 for $1
- Win tickets and exchange for great prizes

Food and Beverage!

- 8th Grade Families are hosting a Taco Dinner Fundraiser. It is one of the biggest fundraisers for their Capstone Trip. Taco Plates will be available for $5 (2 tacos + rice). Additional tacos, candy, pickles, and drinks will be available for $1 each.
- Popcorn & Cotton Candy also for sale

Ways to help!

- Donate snack size Takis
- Donate small snack cakes for cake walk - leave donations at the front desk marked Carnival

Interested in helping plan the carnival!

- Contact the committee: Patti Sosa – 816-810-4083 and prsosa@gmail.com; Stacy Viveros-Schmidt 913-249-4989; Emily Thorn 816-808-2898

Taco Dinner Fundraiser - Fri, Sept 21

8th grade families! We are hosting a Taco Dinner Fundraiser at the FLA Carnival on Sept 21. It is one of the biggest fundraisers for our Capstone Trip and is successful thanks to the donations and help from the 8th grade students and families! Please use this link to sign up to bring food donations and volunteer for the event! Taco Plates will be available that night from 5-8pm for $5 (2 tacos + rice). Additional tacos, candy, pickles, and drinks will be available for $1 each.

http://signup.com/go/oxAoaMk

FLA Fall Sports

Middle School athletics have begun! Here's a calendar of all our scholar athletes games and competitions this fall!

FLA Fall Sports Calendar 2018

Meeting Minutes / Las notas de la Reunión

Minutes from our August Parent Teacher Organization Meeting are now available online: http://flakc.blogspot.com/p/pto-meeting-agenda.html.

Our next meeting will be Sept 18 at 6pm.

Las notas de la Reunión de la Org de Padres y Maestros de 16 de Agosto de 2018 están disponibles: http://flakc.blogspot.com/p/pto-meeting-agenda.html.

Nuestra próxima reunión será el 18 de septiembre a las 18:00.

FLA Family Carnival - Sept 21 from 5-8pm

Bring the whole family for a night of fun with your friends at FLA! Our FLA Family Carnival will be Friday, September 21 from 5-8pm. We also need lots of volunteers to help with games, the prize booth, set-up & clean-up - http://signup.com/go/WEJTaoh. Volunteers earn one half price wristband for unlimited games!

Games and Prizes!

- Kids 3 and under play for free!
- Purchase a wristband for unlimited play - $10 per child
- Purchase game tickets - 5 for $1
- Win tickets and exchange for great prizes

Food and Beverage!

- Support the 8th Graders by purchasing taco plates; soda & water
- Popcorn & Cotton Candy for sale

Ways to help!

- Donate snack size Takis
- Donate small snack cakes for cake walk - leave donations at the front desk marked Carnival

Interested in helping plan the carnival!

- Contact the committee: Patti Sosa – 816-810-4083 and prsosa@gmail.com; Stacy Viveros-Schmidt 913-249-4989; Emily Thorn 816-808-2898

Stay Connected!

We have lots of ways to stay connected!

Weekly phone/email blasts - FLA administrators send weekly email and phone messages on Sundays. If you are not receiving these, please contact the office to ask to have your phone number or email address added. Call 816-418-6000 to contact the school.

PTO E-news - Sign up to receive FLAShines PTO emails with news, reminders, and volunteer opportunities.

PTO Blog - Read meeting minutes, get this year's meeting dates, PTO board contact information, and reminders.

Friends of Foreign Language Academy Facebook Page - Like and share PTO and FLA news, announcements and reminders.

FLA Friends and Family Facebook Group - Ask questions or chat with other FLA parents and teachers.

PTO Bulletin Board - Check the board outside the gym for announcements and volunteer opportunities.

Fall Carnival Sign-up!

Fall Carnival will be September 21! This is the PTO's biggest event of the year. We have a lot of fun and need lots of volunteers. If you would like to help, you can do that online at http://signup.com/go/WEJTaoh or email Patti Sosa at prsosa@gmail.com.

Pedestrian Safety Team

Looking for a quick way to make a big difference at our school? Sign up to volunteer during arrival and dismissal to help make the process safe and smooth - http://signup.com/go/XiaOnwT. Pick a weekday and choose an AM or PM shift. Then come once a week at your scheduled time! We'll supply the green safety vest! Peak times are 8:45-9:05am and 3:45-4:05pm. Email mamagooden@gmail.com with any questions. Thank you for your support Panther family!

Back to School Nights this week!

Back to School nights are this week! The schedule for the week is:

-- Kindergarten and First Grade – Monday, August 20 from 6:00-7:00
-- Second and Third Grade – Tuesday, August 21 from 6:00-7:00
-- Fourth and Fifth Grade – Wednesday, August 22 from 6:00-7:30
-- Middle School – Thursday, August 23 from 6:00-7:30

We look forward to seeing all of our parents and caregivers this week. We have split the grades up in order to avoid too much congestion with the parking lot. Teachers have prepared presentations for parents to help them understand the routines of the classroom and the goals for the year. Students are not required to attend as it is more geared towards informing parents about the upcoming school year. Please plan to come for the entire scheduled time so that you are able to hear the entire presentation. 4th-7th grade will be following their students’ daily schedule. To be able to see each teacher, it is important to arrive at 6:00. 8th grade parents will attend a mandatory 8th grade meeting outlining all of the events and requirements for 8th grade. Please mark your calendars to attend.

2018 - 2019 PTO Meetings

We hope you can join us this year for our monthly PTO meetings. Here are the dates for this year:

August 16 at 6pm
September 18 at 6pm
October 16 at 6pm
November 15 at 6pm
December 18 at 6pm
January 17 at 6pm
February 19 at 6pm
March 14 at 6pm
April 16 at 6pm
May 16 at 6pm

PTO Feedback Survey

You are an important part of our school community! Getting your student to school every day, teaching our students, attending parent/conferences, and staying aware of school events and classroom activities make you an active and engaged part of our school community. We thank you for everything you do to support our students and our school! Please answer a few questions to help our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) better support our school.

PTO Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XL99PCN

Leader in Me Survey

Our school is implementing a whole-school transformational process called The Leader in Me, which teaches leadership and life skills and creates a culture of student empowerment based on the idea that every child can be a leader. Starting May 14 our school will be conducting surveys to learn more about key areas of strength and areas of needed growth in our school. The data from these surveys will also help us track the impacts of The Leader in Me process and implement key practices more fully. In order for us to have a holistic picture of what is going on in our school we are asking all full-time staff members, parents/guardians, and students in grades 4 and up to participate. More information will be coming home with your student.

Here is a link to the survey - Leader in Me Survey

Lots of events are coming up in May! Mark your calendars!

*Kindergarten Awards Ceremonies - Thursday, May 24. Check with your teacher to see what time your class will have their program that day.

*Middle School Celebration Picnic - Thursday, May 24 at 12:55pm. Parents, if you can assist with this event, please contact Mr. Palmer or Ms. Shelly.

*8th Grade Promotion Ceremony - Friday, May 25 at 10am

*World Culture Celebration - Friday, May 25 from 5-8:30pm. Come this evening and enjoy music, culture, food, and dance! This is our most anticipated event of the year! Our students have been practicing and look forward to sharing their wonderful performances with you!

*Awards Ceremonies for Grades 1-7 - Tuesday, May 29. Check with your teacher to see what time your class will have their program that day.

*Last Day of School - Tuesday, May 29. This is a half day. There will be no LINC that day. Please make sure you make arrangements for your child to ride the bus or be picked up at 12pm.

Safety Committee Volunteers Needed!

Come and volunteer for traffic and pedestrian safety! Come and wear the yellow vest for 20 minutes in the morning or afternoon. Peak times are 8:45-9:05am or 3:45-4:05pm. Sign up online or just show up!  Here's the link for online registration: http://signup.com/go/mZioQcp.

8th graders set off to Costa Rica for their Capstone Trip

On Friday, we wished safe travels to our 8th graders as they headed off on an adventure to Costa Rica! This Capstone Trip is the culmination of 9 years of language immersion and a long year of hard work fundraising! Follow their journey as they share photos of their activities on their blog. The group is thankful for all of the support from the FLA community!

FLA Costa Rica 2018 Capstone Trip!

PTO Meeting May 10 at 6pm

Our last PTO meeting of the year will be May 10 at 6pm. We'll be talking about successes and asking for feedback on how to improve next year!

All families are invited, PTO meetings are a good way to meet other families, hear school updates from the administration and PTO committees, and learn about volunteer opportunities. We look forward to seeing you there! Translation and child care will be available.

Family Fun Day - May 11

Join us for a Family Fun Day on May 11 to celebrate the end of testing! The PTO will provide hot dogs and we encourage you to bring a side dish to share! Bring a blanket or chairs to relax and have fun with friends. We'll set up some lawn games and soccer!

¡Día de Diversión Familiar el 11 de mayo! Celebramos el final de las pruebas. ¡La Org de Padres y Maestros invita todos a disfrutar perros calientes y le pedimos que traiga un plato de acompañamiento para compartir! Traiga una manta o sillas para relajarse y divertirse con amigos. ¡Tendremos algunos juegos y fútbol!

Appreciation Week is May 7-11

Appreciation Week at FLA is May 7-11, 2018

Show your support for our amazing teachers & staff! Have your student make a card, or a draw a picture, bring a treat, or flowers!

Our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) has also planned something special each day during the week. We need your help with Dessert Day on Tues, May 8! You can bring desserts to the office Monday afternoon or Tuesday morning.

If you have questions, or want to get involved in helping with Appreciation Week, contact Yvette Herrera at yherrera1205@yahoo.com or 816-550-3185 or Lisa Gooden at mamagooden@gmail.com or 816-204-0905.

¡Semana de Reconocimiento en la Foreign Language Academy será dias 7-11 de Mayo, 2018!

¡Haga un agradecimiento para nuestros increíbles maestros y personal! ¡Su estudiante puede hacer una tarjeta, o hacer un dibujo! ¡Trae un bocadillo o flores!

Nuestra Organización de Padres y Maestros (PTO) está organizando algo especial cada día esta la semana. ¡Ayudanos con una donación de postre el martes, 8 de mayo! Puedes traer postres a la oficina el lunes por la tarde o el martes por la mañana.

Tiene preguntas o desea participar en ayudar con la Semana de Reconocimiento? Póngase en contacto con Yvette Herrera - yherrera1205@yahoo.com o 816-550-3185 o con Lisa Gooden - mamagooden@gmail.com o 816-204-0905.

Upcoming Events / Eventos Proximos

There are many events coming up soon! Mark your calendars!

Appreciation Week - May 7-11 - Dessert donations need on Tues morning!
PTO Meeting - May 10 at 6pm (last meeting of the year)
Family Fun Day - May 11 from 4-7pm
Field Day - May 15
Kindergarten Promotion Ceremonies - May 24
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony - May 25 at 10am
World Culture Celebration - May 25 from 5:30-8:30pm
Awards Ceremonies Grades - May 29

Congratulations to our 2019-2019 PTO Officers

Elections were held at the April PTO meeting and the following were selected as officers for the next year:
President - Rocio Lopez
Vice-President - Susan Eason
Secretary - Elizabeth Fuller
Treasurer - Stacy Viveros-Schmidt

Felicitaciones a nuestros oficiales de PTO 2018-2019! Las elecciones se llevaron en la reunión de abril de la Org de Padres y Maestros y los siguientes fueron seleccionados como funcionarios para el próximo año:
Presidente - Rocio Lopez
Vicepresidente - Susan Eason
Secretario - Elizabeth Fuller
Tesorero - Stacy Viveros-Schmidt

PTO Meeting / Reunion de la Org de Padres-Maestros March 15 at 6pm

Our next PTO meeting will be Thursday, March 15 at 6pm in the library. We plan to have representatives from Student Council and an update from the Pedestrian Safety Committee. If you are interested in an elected position on the PTO Board for 2018-2019, or serving as Parent Rep or on a committee, sign-up forms are now available, and will be available at the meeting. Elections will be held at our April 17 meeting.

Nuestra próxima reunión de la Org de Padres-Maestros (PTO) será el jueves 15 de marzo a las 6 p.m. en la biblioteca. Planeamos tener representantes del Consejo Estudiantil y una actualización del Comité de Seguridad Peatonal. Si está interesado en un puesto elegido en la Junta de PTO para 2018-2019, o sirve como Representante de Padres o en un comité, los formularios de inscripción están ahora disponibles, y estarán disponibles en la reunión. Las elecciones se llevarán a cabo en nuestra reunión del 17 de abril.

PTO Meeting Cancelled Tonight 2/20/18

****MEETING CANCELLATION**** Due to cancelled KCPS classes and after school activities today, our PTO meeting tonight (2/20/18) has also been cancelled.

**** CANCELACIÓN DE LA REUNIÓN **** Debido a las clases y las actividades después de la escuela canceladas  por KCPS, nuestra reunión de la Org de Padres-Maestros esta noche (20/02/18) también ha sido cancelada.

PTO Volunteer Positions for 2018-2019

We are looking for volunteers of all kinds! We are currently accepting nominations for 2018-2019 PTO officers, plus we need two parents from each grade to be representatives on the PTO Board, and many other types of volunteers. We need your help!

Elections for officer positions will be held during the April 17 meeting at 6pm. If you are interested, come to a PTO meeting and fill out a volunteer interest form. Thank you for being an engaged family!

Volunteer types and descriptions:

Elected Officer Positions:

President: Lead monthly meetings, work with PTO Board to create agendas, serve as primary contact for the principal; serve as ex oficio member of all committees and coordinate the work of committees to ensure that the purpose of the organization is served; act as a representative of  the organizations to the community.

Vice-President: Assist the president, carry out the president’s responsibilities when he/she is absent, assist in coordinating the work of the committees.

Treasurer: Keep accurate records of the receipts and expenditures, receive and pay
out all funds in accordance with the approval of the PTO board, present financial
 statements at meetings and as requested by the board, prepare and present
a full report at the end of each year., assist with annual audit.

Secretary: Create monthly agenda, record meeting minutes, coordinate
communication and notices and meetings to parents and teachers, keep a list of
meeting attendees, records for the organization, copies of the minutes, agendas,
bylaws, and any other necessary documents and supplies.

Additional Board Members:
Parent Grade Level Representatives: Attend PTO Meetings, assist the board in creating and approving annual budget, participate in committees and events, facilitate communication between the organization and the parents/teachers in each grade level. Two reps per grade level are needed.

Teacher Representatives: Attend PTO Meetings; serve on committees,  develop the budget; help shape the direction of the organization; communicate between the PTO and teachers.

District Advisory Representative: Attend DAC and PTO Meetings, represent FLA families and their needs to KCPS Board of Education and share district news with FLA families.

Additional Volunteer Opportunities and Committees:
Room Parents - Serve as a room parents and help recruit others to assist with
classroom/teacher needs; plan seasonal room parties; chaperone field trips,
updating bulletin boards and making copies.

Parent Education & Support  - Plan educational workshops for parents; organize
uniform donations and sale, identify and assist with other parent needs

Community Building:  Organize  Kindergarten welcome at Boo Hoo Breakfast; plan school social events; represent the PTO at welcome tables during school events;
assist in student recruitment efforts by attending  school fairs and networking;
reach out to FLA families to help PTO understand their needs, and promote their
involvement; help provide or recruit volunteers to aid in translation during meetings
and of print/online materials.

Auditing - Provide annual review of the PTO finances.

Teacher/Staff Appreciation - Organize or assist with two annual teacher/staff luncheons during parent/conference days. Plan Teacher Appreciation Week  in May.

Grounds - Organize and assist with efforts to clean up and enhance the school building grounds; planting trees & flowers and other projects as needed.

Book Fair - Organize or assist with two annual book fairs; recruit volunteers to help,
communicate with Scholastic to reserve materials, set up times for teachers to bring
classes; distribute information to students and families to promote the fair.

Communications: Help share news to the school community through emails, blog posts, social media, bulletin boards and newsletters.

Fall Carnival - Plan, promote, recruit volunteers, and assist with the annual Carnival;
includes decorations, games, prizes, refreshments, and inflatables.

Safety: Assist with improving and maintaining safe school arrival and dismissal
procedures.

Fundraising - Lead or assist in fundraising efforts including Box Tops, Book Fair, Carnival,
Restaurant Nights, plus new ideas are welcome!

Upcoming Events / Próximos Eventos

• Friendship Parties & Middle School Dance - Feb 14 at 2:30pm
• Parent Teacher Conferences - Feb 15 10:30am-6:30pm
• Teacher & Staff Appreciation Luncheon - Feb 15 from 1-3pm
• No School for Students/Staff Development Day - Feb 16
• PTO Meeting - Feb 20 at 4:30pm
• BOX TOPS Collection Deadline - Feb 23
• Black History Month Program - Feb 27 at 6pm

Donations needed for Appreciation Luncheon Feb 15th

The PTO is hosting a BBQ Appreciation Luncheon for teachers and staff on Thurs, Feb 15 from 1-3pm, on the day of Parent Teacher Conferences. We need food donations and volunteers to help at the event from 12:30-2pm and 2-3:30pm. Sign up online! http://signup.com/go/PEtGHmA. Contact Fiorella Franks 913-375-6656 with any questions.

Almuerzo de Reconocimiento para maestros y personal será el jueves, 15 de febrero de 13:00 a 15:00 el día de las Conferencias de Padres y Maestros. Necesitamos voluntarios para ayudar con el evento de 12:30-14:00 y 14:00-15:30. También necesitaremos ayudar con las donaciones de alimentos. Regístrese aquí! http://signup.com/go/PEtGHmA o póngase en contacto con Fiorella Franks 913-375-6656 si puede ayudar.

Box Tops Contest

BOX TOPS CONTEST! The FLA classroom that turns in the most Box Tops between now and Friday, Feb 23rd will win a PIZZA PARTY and a colorful, student sized chair from Scholastic! The second place classroom will receive also receive a chair! Look for the purple logo, clip it, and collect them in a bag to send to school with your child. Visit btfe.com for more info. Here are a few reminders: 1) Make sure they are not expired. 2) Turn in on collection sheets or in a zip-top bag. 3) VERY IMPORTANT - Be sure to write the name of your child’s teacher on the bag!

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, February 23rd

Stay up to date with the PTO

Our next PTO meeting will be Tuesday, Feb 20 at 4:30pm in the 2nd floor library at school. To stay on top of everything happening with the Foreign Language Academy Parent Teacher Organization, please be sure to sign up for emails.

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Thanks for being an engaged part of our school community!