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Monthly news for May 2023
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Walk, Bike & Roll to School on May 3
Get ready for Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day!
Day: Wednesday, May 3
Time: Kids arrive between 7:20 and 7:45
Place: Upper Parking Lot on Dakota St
Similar to last year, we have decided to expand the event to include alternative modes of transportation, hence walk, bike and roll. Learn more about the national initiative here.
Volunteers will be along Genesee, Dakota, and 51st to direct traffic to the parking lot. We will also have volunteers in the parking lot to help kids park their bikes/scooters, stay organized, and keep the flow of traffic moving.
Parents of older kids, please ask your kids to allow the younger kids access to the tables as it can be overwhelming for some.
The kids will park their bike (or scooter), quickly grab a snack, and then be directed to head into the lower playground area to line up for class as they normally would. They will be allowed to take their helmets with them to class or leave on their bikes. Walkers can participate as well and go directly to the line for their snack.
We understand that it isn’t possible for every family to participate in this event. So if your child would still like to visit the parking lot and retrieve a snack between 7:20-7:45, there will be enough for all kids who would like one. One way to participate if you need to drive is to drop off your child in a safe location a few blocks away from school and have them walk the rest of the way. This also helps ease congestion around the school grounds.
During school: The bikes will be watched by the front office.
After school: Kids retrieve their bikes on their own.
Safety Resources:
- Parents Bike Safety Tips (walkbiketoschool.org)
- Tips for Parents and Other Adults For Teaching Pedestrian Safety to Children (walkbiketoschool.org)
Contact Dave Conway at dconway23@gmail.com if you have any questions or would like to help out during the event. We have enough volunteers but extra hands always help!
Help us celebrate Genesee teachers
Join the PTA board–please inquire now!
At the June 2023 membership meeting, the Genesee Hill Elementary PTA will be electing officers for the 2023-2024 PTA year. We need your help to convene a responsive, thoughtful, and community-focused board. If you are interested in joining the board or know someone who would be a great community leader, please submit a nomination or an inquiry form today!
Joining the PTA board is an exciting and interesting way to get involved in our Genesee Hill community. Some good reasons to join the PTA board are:
- You’ll help build an inclusive and equitable Genesee Hill community
- You’ll meet other great moms and dads serving on the board
- You’ll get to know teachers and the school administrators personally
- You’ll make a big difference and feel more connected than ever to your Genesee Hill community
Hesitant about signing up alone? You can partner up with a friend to co-chair any open position!
If you are interested in joining the PTA Board or if you know someone who might be interested, please submit an inquiry form or nomination by April 30, 2023. Submitting a nomination or inquiry isn’t a commitment, it just starts a conversation!
Curious about what each position does? Check out this list of positions and descriptions.
Any questions? Your friendly nominating committee is here to help. Contact us anytime: Stephanie Scott at stephanie.scroggs@gmail.com