UPPER SCHOOL PTO

School Year 2006-2007

American Heritage & American Academy Upper School
(7th - 12th grades)
Parent Teacher Organization

“You make a living by what you get, but you make a life by what you give” Winston Churchill

Upcoming Events:

April 10	Pre-prom Assembly / 11th & 12th / 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM Fine Arts Building and courts
April 12	PTO General Meeting 8:00 AM in the Gym
April 25	Staff Appreciation Lunch 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM in Gym

Welcome!
The Upper School PTO welcomes all families to the 2006-2007 school year and thanks you for your financial support which enables us to provide additional programs for our students. By joining the PTO you are under no obligation to help with any of its functions.  However, in addition to your support we need your talents and ideas!  All of you are encouraged to participate in at least one of our many events throughout the year.  Our PTO is an active organization that can only continue to grow with the help of your enthusiastic participation.

PTO General Meetings:
We would love to see you at any of our monthly meetings, held in the Gym at 8:00 AM the second Thursday of every month (check for exceptions and updates in this Website and in the school’s monthly newsletter “Patriot’s Update”).  Please park across the street in the Calvary Chapel and take the shuttle bus provided for your convenience.

PTO Contact Information:
If you need to contact a PTO member, please leave a message in the PTO voicemail at 954-472-0022 ext. 3485.  You can also contact us by email at PTO@ahschool.com.  Please give us a couple of days to get back to you.  Should you need immediate assistance, please contact Carol Martorella in the Upper School office at 954-472-0022 ext 3035.

PTO Board Members:
Should you have any questions or like more information about our organization, please get in touch with any of the Board Members.  We will be happy to assist you in any way. 

 

President: Macu Melgarejo Vice-President: Judi Malove Secretary: Alicia Velazquez Treasurer: Pam Saccocio Lower School Liaison: Sharon Miller Past-President: Katherine Glasser

PTO By Laws updated approved Aug.2006 PTO Slate

PTO Minutes
September	October	December	January	February
40 Developmental Assets for Adolescents

Upper School PTO Calendar 2006-2007

Committees

Cartridges for Kids:

• Collects used ink cartridges, batteries, computers, etc., year round and redeems them for cash.
• Chairperson – Maria Falci

 College Fair & Jr. College Workshop:

• Recruits volunteers to help during College Fair, and provides Bagels & Drinks during Jr. College Workshop day
• Co-Chairs – Colleen Reese and Sheryl Linn.

 Fundraising: 

• Organizes Spring Fling Raffle & a Fundraiser event.
• Co-Chairs: – Erika Novick and Katherine Glasser

 History Day:

• Recruits volunteers for event judging and provides them with refreshments.
• Chairperson – Cynthia Perdomo

 Honors Breakfast:

• Plans and assists with 3 yearly breakfasts offered to an approximate 500 honor students per quarter.
• Co-Chairs – Maria Falci, Lillian Delgado, and Lucy Mancuso.

Hospitality:

• Provides water and cookies to parents attending Open House in the fall and recruits volunteers to provide breakfast to students taking AP exams in the spring.
• Co-Chairs – Katherine Glasser & Pam Saccocio.

 Lifesaver:

• Organizes two anti-alcohol events before Homecoming and Prom nights and provides anti-drug and other important information and activities throughout the year to help students make positive life decisions.
• Chairperson – Macu Melgarejo

Office Assistance:

• Assists Upper School Office with phone calls, filing, mailings, etc., as needed throughout the year.
• Chairperson – Lucy Mancuso

Parent Connection:

• Welcomes new parents with phone calls.
• Chairperson – Alicia Velazquez

Spring Fling:

• Coordinates with Lower School and assists Upper School Clubs with their booths.
• Co-Chairs – Sharon Miller and Judi Malove

Staff Appreciation:

• Organizes a luncheon and raffle for Upper School faculty and staff.
• Co-Chairs – Pam Saccocio and Lucy Mancuso

Student Enrichment:

• Organizes cultural events for students.
• Chairperson – Brenda Colón

Student Recognition:

• Provides cookies and punch during 2 award ceremonies and plans the graduation reception at the end of the year.
• Chairperson – Pam Saccocio

Thanksgiving Dessert Fest:

• Provides desserts and drinks for students the Tuesday before Thanksgiving.
• Co-Chairs – Cynthia Perdomo and Debbie Hubschman

Welcome Committee:

• Organizes the Welcome Back Teacher Breakfast and PTO Welcome Breakfast.
• Chairperson – Katherine Glasser