2024-2025 PTO Officers
President – Laura Smith
Vice President – Stephanie Litzinger
Treasurer – Matt Christian
Secretary – Kristy Walker
General Information
PTO Meetings
2nd Wednesday of Every Month at 6:30 pm in the Teachers Lounge
Every dollar raised from PTO activities helps our school. Every hour volunteered is appreciated. And, every activity PTO funds make a difference. Together, we can support our students, teachers, and our school.
Whether it’s collecting box tops, joining a PTO meeting, or giving just $10, please consider participating in PTO. All are welcome!
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Our Mission
The Scioto Darby Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is dedicated to enriching students’ education in partnership with parents, teachers, and staff. We believe by bridging the gap between parents and teachers, the students become more engaged in learning. We incorporate our students, families, SDE faculty, and the community to celebrate our school. We raise funds and sponsor events that enhance learning opportunities and build school spirit.
WAYS TO ENGAGE
There are so many ways to get involved. Here are just a few of the ways you can engage:
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Attend monthly PTO meetings
- Donate to PTO-sponsored fundraisers throughout the year (Walk-a-Thon, Flower Sale, etc)
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Spread the word about Spirit Nights & PTO events with your network
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Volunteer for PTO-supported events throughout the year
WHEN AND WHERE ARE PTO MEETINGS?
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2nd Wednesday of every month from
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6:30 – 7:30 pm in the SDE Teacher’s Lounge
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We review the PTO budget, discuss upcoming events, and hear updates from SDE staff on what’s been happening at school.
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PTO dates for 2024-2025: Sept 11, Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 11, Jan 8, Feb 12, March 12, April 9 and May 14
WAYS TO GIVE
Kroger Community Rewards: Enroll your Kroger Plus Card in Community Rewards and Kroger will give back to Scioto Darby Elementary every time you shop! Sign up today or simply choose Scioto Darby Elementary as your chosen charity when you go to “My Account”. Our organization ID is: XI661.
“Clip” Box Tops: from your favorite brands from General Mills®, Betty Crocker®, Pillsbury®, Ziploc®, Kleenex® and more. Each coupon is worth 10¢ to our school, up to $20,000! Download the Box Tops app and take a picture of your receipt within 14 days of purchase. It’s that simple!
Employer Match and Gift Opportunities: Did you realize that your Scioto Darby Elementary PTO is an IRS-designated nonprofit organization? This means gifts to the PTO are often eligible for employer match programs and contributions to the PTO are tax-deductible contributions. Our EIN is: 31-1418016. You can also donate to PTO through PayPal Giving Fund using this link: https://www.paypal.com/US/fundraiser/charity/1232458
Spirit Nights: Each month an amazing SDE parent volunteer sets up a Spirit Night at a local restaurant or venue. Proceeds from the evening’s event help support PTO activities. Mark your calendars for our 2024 – 2025 Spirit events and follow us on social media @sdepantherspto and share out with those in your network! See the attached PDF.
ACTIVITIES
PTO SPONSORED ACTIVITIES?
The PTO supports both one-time and annual events, enrichment programs and permanent improvements at the school such as our playground shade structure. Below are a few highlights for this year but be sure to read the PTO section of your weekly E-News to stay up to date on all the ways you can engage!
Meet the Teacher: Stop by the PTO table on Meet the Teacher night to meet representatives from the PTO and learn how you can engage with the PTO throughout the year. (August 19, 2024)
Walk-a-Thon: Each year we host a Walk-a-Thon to engage students in raising funds from family and friends before spending a fun-filled day walking (or running!) around the school track and enjoying music, snacks and other lighthearted celebrations. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year. (Early fall // Friday, October 4, 2024)
Book Fair: Twice a year SDE hosts a book fair where parents and children can browse and purchase books. Proceeds from the sales are received as credits for the Scholastic Store that our SDE teachers and staff use to purchase classroom supplies. (Fall & Spring // Nov 4 – 8, 2024 & April 28 – May 2, 2025)
School Store: Each year our fifth graders can apply to volunteer at the school store. This student-run storefront is open for 15 minutes at the start of the school day for other students to shop. Volunteers gain first-hand experience with managing inventory, managing cash and operating a business. (Full year)
Movie Night: A fun night to bring the family and enjoy our community, while watching a movie in the SDE gym that everyone can enjoy. Snacks are available for purchase. (Date varies // TBD)
Spring Fling: Join SDE families in celebrating our students’ many artistic talents. Enjoy student art, watch the second-grade musical and buy raffle tickets during this great family event. (Spring // Tentatively May 1, 2025).
Flower Sale: Each spring we partner with Foertmeyer & Sons Greenhouse to sell beautiful spring flowers. Parents volunteer on delivery day to help ensure all of our orders find their way to their new homes. This is our second-largest fundraiser of the year. (March 2025 sale / Early May 2025 delivery; tentatively May 8, 2025).
Spirit Night: Parent volunteers work with various local businesses to set up Spirit Nights where our school can earn a portion of the proceeds from the designated evening or activity. Each month features a new partner!
Field Day: Held in mid-May, Field Day is a school and student highlight of the year. The PTO provides financial support for the PTO but volunteer opportunities will come directly from SDE staff.
Teacher Hospitality: From bringing in dinners to stocking bathrooms with the best supplies, we work to ensure our teachers, staff and administrators are appreciated throughout the year through our hospitality work.
Field Trips & Other Student Events: The PTO supports bussing costs for nearly all student field trips throughout the year. In addition, PTO funds materials for classroom activities, enrichment programs, a fifth-grade celebration, the Momentum program and other great special events each year.
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