First PTO meeting of the 2022-2023 year
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The first PTO meeting of the year will take place on September 14th at 8pm on Zoom. We’ll be discussing the Scholastic Book Fair, picture day, upcoming assemblies, and plans for Spirit of Beacon Day! Ms. Biordi will present her Principal’s Report, and we will discuss plans for the rest of the school year.
Join at this link and see the agenda. Recordings of our Zoom meetings are always available for those that cannot attend! |
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School Supply Boxes Now Available!
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By now, all Sargent students should have received their teacher assignments for next year! While this is an exciting time for kids, it means parents must once again steel themselves for the crush of back-to-school shopping. But never fear! The Sargent PTO has once again partnered with MySchoolToolbox to assemble customized school supply boxes, pre-made specifically for your child's grade/class and sent directly to your home! This is a fundraiser for the PTO, and a percentage of your order will go to the PTO for use on programs, teacher assistance, and supplies.
Shop for your class here! |
Popsicles & Play!
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What's better than playing with your pals on the playground? Playing with your pals on the playground while eating POPSICLES! Join Ms. Biordi and all your Sargent friends for a playground social on August 17th from 12pm-3pm, sponsored by the PTO.
PLEASE NOTE! This has been postponed and will now take place August 20th from 12pm-3pm. |
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Welcome Ms. Biordi!
The Sargent PTO is thrilled to welcome Ms. Cathryn Biordi as the new principal of Sargent Elementary School! Formerly a Social Studies teacher, Student Council Advisor, and Varsity coach for seven years at O’Neill High School in Highland Falls, NY, Ms. Biordi has served for the past four years as the assistant principal of Rombout Middle School here in Beacon.
The PTO has already started working with Ms. Biordi, and we're excited for all our Sargent Stars to get to know her –– which you can do at one of the many New Principal Meet & Greets in August at the Memorial Park Pavilion! Come say hello on August 1st (2:00-4:00pm), August 7th (5:00-7:00pm), August 12th (2:00-4:00pm), or August 17th (3:30-5:30pm). We're grateful for Mr. Archer's years of service to the Sargent community and excited to see Ms. Biordi carry the tradition of great leadership forward.
The PTO has already started working with Ms. Biordi, and we're excited for all our Sargent Stars to get to know her –– which you can do at one of the many New Principal Meet & Greets in August at the Memorial Park Pavilion! Come say hello on August 1st (2:00-4:00pm), August 7th (5:00-7:00pm), August 12th (2:00-4:00pm), or August 17th (3:30-5:30pm). We're grateful for Mr. Archer's years of service to the Sargent community and excited to see Ms. Biordi carry the tradition of great leadership forward.
Have a Great Summer! See You in September!
The Loss of Universal Free Meals for Students
The USDA's program to provide free school meals to all students, regardless of family income, will expire at the end of this school year. This will have a huge impact on children and families around the country, including here in Beacon.
There has been a lot of advocacy around this issue, including from NY lawmakers (https://bit.ly/3xsFHCn).
We urge parents and caregivers to join the call for Congress to extend the federal program through next school year, and to make it permanent across the country.
Anyone who would like to advocate on this important issue is welcome to use the BCSD statement as a template, and can easily find and email their representatives by going to the Lower Hudson Education Commission's Voter Voice platform (http://www.lhec.org/votervoice.html) and clicking on School Meals for All.
There has been a lot of advocacy around this issue, including from NY lawmakers (https://bit.ly/3xsFHCn).
We urge parents and caregivers to join the call for Congress to extend the federal program through next school year, and to make it permanent across the country.
Anyone who would like to advocate on this important issue is welcome to use the BCSD statement as a template, and can easily find and email their representatives by going to the Lower Hudson Education Commission's Voter Voice platform (http://www.lhec.org/votervoice.html) and clicking on School Meals for All.
Teacher Appreciation Week Update
Teacher Appreciation Week was a great success! We raised $400 in donation which funded food and a Refresh, Recharge, Relax room for the staff to enjoy a little quiet time during the school day. Thanks for your support.
Who is the PTO? You Are!
The PTO is your voice.
Everyone at Sargent - family, teacher, or staff - is a member of the PTO.
All Sargent community members can come to meetings, make suggestions, ask questions, and have a vote.
The PTO Board is an elected team of volunteer teachers, staff and parents/caregivers. The Board members are representatives of the Sargent community. We work on your behalf. The PTO relies on the wider Sargent community to run activities and programs that benefit all students. There are countless ways to help - you can volunteer your time, make a donation, or both! Volunteer or donate once. Volunteer or donate once a month. Volunteer or donate whenever you can! Every little bit helps.
2022-2023 SARGENT PTO BOARD
President: Ryan Biracree
Vice President: Emily Hare
Treasurer: Alena Brown
Secretary: Laina Mason
Email the board at sargentpto@gmail.com
Everyone at Sargent - family, teacher, or staff - is a member of the PTO.
All Sargent community members can come to meetings, make suggestions, ask questions, and have a vote.
The PTO Board is an elected team of volunteer teachers, staff and parents/caregivers. The Board members are representatives of the Sargent community. We work on your behalf. The PTO relies on the wider Sargent community to run activities and programs that benefit all students. There are countless ways to help - you can volunteer your time, make a donation, or both! Volunteer or donate once. Volunteer or donate once a month. Volunteer or donate whenever you can! Every little bit helps.
2022-2023 SARGENT PTO BOARD
President: Ryan Biracree
Vice President: Emily Hare
Treasurer: Alena Brown
Secretary: Laina Mason
Email the board at sargentpto@gmail.com
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