Originally delivered on 2/15/2023 5:14 pm

SUBJECT: Baldwin ROAR Newsletter - February 2023

February 15, 2023
Spirit Wear Sale

Click HERE to order your spirit wear today. There are some new cute & comfortable sweatshirts available for purchase! 

Or you can click this link too: Baldwin Elementary PTA - Baldwin PTA Spirit Shop (membershiptoolkit.com)

We are excited to announce the return of our adult-only spring funraiser!

Boot Scootin' Bash

What: An adult-only spring fundraiser

When: May 11th

Where: Vista Brewing


It's happening, it's really happening!  We have a venue, a theme, and a committee.  What we need now is committee members; that's you!


Here are the areas we need assistance:

  • Sponsors & Auctions 
    • donations for auction and raffle
    • sponsorships
    • donations for wine, liquor, dessert table


  • Activities - 
    • help generate ideas and source vendors for activities (we have some fun ones in mind!)


  • Décor - 
    • do you like to decorate?  We'd like your help!

If you want to help with this event, but not specifically one of the above, we'd love your help too!  

Please reach out to us letting us know you're interested in helping with our Boot Scootin' Bash!  president@baldwinpta.org

Incomming Gorzycki Families

How Do I Get to Know Gorzycki Middle School?

Gorzycki Middle School PTA has many opportunities for parents & community members to get involved & feel connected to the school.  Here are some things you need to know: 

  • We offer several programs each year (often in conjunction with our General Membership Meetings) with topics relevant to students & families. 
  • We have a weekly newsletter with a calendar of events & ways to volunteer. Sign up here: gorzycki.austinschools.org/our-school/email-updates
  • We have an easy volunteer opportunity that runs year-round through the school year called "Tiger Team." This role puts volunteers in the cafeteria to connect with the students.  
  • We offer the opportunity for students to participate in the National PTA Reflections competition.
  • We host monthly luncheons & events that support teachers & staff. We ask for volunteers & donations to support these efforts. 
  • We host a 6th-grade social & a school-wide fun day.  
  • We raise money to support special projects for staff & GMS families. Community businesses, parents, grandparents, and teachers donate to the PTA & the money flows back out to ensure that "every child's potential is a reality."  
  • We welcome your feedback & support: president@tigerpta.org

Other ways to stay connected:

Gorzycki PTA Facebook Page - facebook.com/GorzyckiPTA

Gorzycki PTA Website - tigerpta.org

Gorzycki Facebook Page - facebook.com/GMSTigers

Gorzycki Website - gorzycki.austinschools.org

Gorzcyki PTA / School Newsletter - gorzycki.austinschools.org/our-school/email-updates

Follow Dr. Cathryn Mitchell on Twitter - twitter.com/GMS_DrMitchell


Click Here to become a PTA Member Today!
FYI: To ALL Volunteers

We love seeing your smiling faces on campus, but if you are planning to volunteer with any school activity or in-school you must submit a background check provided by Austin Partners In Education. The form can be submitted online at https://austinpartners.formtitan.com/volunteerportal#/

Baldwin Birthdays

Be sure to check out the calendar below to keep up with our lovely Bobcat Teachers and Staff Birthdays. Reminder: You can see the "Favorite Wish Lists"HERE!   

2/21: Picture Day

Friendly reminder that the spring pictures will be in the morning on 2/21 - don't be late!

2/28: Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A

Support Baldwin by placing a Mobile Order for Spirit Night at the Chick- Fil-A (South Mopac and 290 W) on Tuesday February 28th from 5-9 PM. Please include "Spirit Night" in the special-order instructions when placing your mobile order. 

2/28: Spirit Day with Kona Ice

Give yourself a treat after school and purchase a snow cone from Kona Ice! Don't forget your reusable cup. The truck will be parked along Meridian Park Blvd directly across from the school. 

3/13 - 3/17: Spring Break

Reminder that Spring Break is March 13 - 17!

5/11: Boot Scootin' Bash

Save the date!! More details to come and we can't wait!

5/23: Senior Walk

Join us on May 23 at 2:15 at Baldwin Elementary for our Senior Walk! Families are welcome.

Membership
  • We'd love to create a plan to increase our membership
  • Run a membership drive
  • Presence at events to recruit members
Spirit Wear
  • Order/manage/support spirit wear
  • Perhaps set up at lunch to sell
  • Presence at events to sell on site
Fundraising
  • Spring Event Committee (This is a big one - and fun!)  Think "Bash" of the past!
  • Spirit Nights Coordinator
  • Business Sponsor Coordinator

You can reach out to president@baldwinpta.orgor volunteer@baldwinpta.orgwith any interest or questions.

Upcoming Events
Thursday, February 16
10:00a Teacher Appreciation
Friday, February 17
1:30p Early Release
Monday, February 20
12:00a President's Day - No School
Wednesday, February 22
Happy birthday, Ms. Linahan (5th)
Tuesday, February 28
3:10p Spirit Day - Kona Ice
Saturday, March 4
Happy birthday, Ms. Vega (Attendance Specialist)
8:00a Campus Clean Up
Thursday, March 9
9:00a Teacher Appreciation
Sunday, March 12
Happy birthday, Coach Spelman! (P.E.)
Monday, March 13
12:00a Spring Break
Tuesday, March 14
12:00a Spring Break
Happy Birthday Ms. Beck
Wednesday, March 15
12:00a Spring Break
Thursday, March 16
12:00a Spring Break
Friday, March 17
12:00a Spring Break
Saturday, March 18
Happy birthday, Ms. Reyes-Trejo (Housekeeping)
Tuesday, March 21
Happy birthday, Ms. Wingate! (SCORES)
Tuesday, March 28
Ms. Ramirez (2nd)
3:10p Spirit Day - Kona Ice
Friday, March 31
Ms. Fanelli (2nd)
Tuesday, April 4
Happy Birthday Ms. Phan
Wednesday, April 12
Happy Birthday Ms. Sterneman
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