PTA MEETINGS HELD 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH - NEXT MEETING OCTOBER 9TH 6:30 CHPCS LIBRARY

THE BIRTHDAY FUN-DRAISER RETURNS TO CHPCS!!

Our first party, for all children born in June-September will be held on September 26th from 3:45-5 pm!

We have some wonderful birthday party themes: Aikido, Healthy and Fun Choices, gardening, science, Legos, and more - you are welcome to bring your own talent and ideas.

The Birthday Fun-draiser is a way for children and families to redirect funds that would normally be spent for birthday celebrations into a donation to the school. Parents would donate money that would have been spent on a party elsewhere to the school. Guests donate money they would have spent on a birthday present to the school as well. The birthday child will receive a certificate and a $25 gift card to the Learning Palace.

The birthday child will have the option to choose where the money will be used (e.g. school supplies, renting a bus for a class field trip, gym equipment, art supplies, music programs).

Guidelines are as follows:

· All members of the birthday child's class are invited.
· The birthday child may invite friends and family from outside the school
· Parents will provide invitations and any food and drink they want served.
· Parents will be present to celebrate and help supervise.
· The Birthday Fun-draising team will organize, set up, and clean up after the event with the help of parents.

We have a space limit for 5 birthday children from 2 classes, so sign up soon (deadline is Sep 19)

Please contact Iwona Erbe gosciewska@yahoo.com or Serene Perkins sperkins429@gmail.com if you and your child would be interested in having a birthday party at Cascade Heights in September.

We are also looking for parents who are willing to be part of a team to organize parties on a regular basis, or for anyone with talents and interests they would be willing to donate for future events.

THURSDAY, OCT 3, 6:00PM CHPCS COMMUNITY POTLUCK & GUEST SPEAKER - SAVE THE DATE

Another World is Possible…

And already being built in Nicaragua!

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3

6:00 COMMUNITY POTLUCK—BRING A DISH 

TO SHARE!

6:30 PRESENTATION

CHPCS LIBRARY

Come and see how we’re already

helping build a better world in Nicaragua:

Organic farmer cooperatives joining together 

-- to work find markets for their crops that benefit *all* 

-- to process and export their own crops without middlemen

-- they have become the largest exporters of sesame in the country! 

A health clinic that is empowering patients to take charge of their health through

-- accompanying new mothers 

-- teaching children good oral hygiene 

-- peer support groups for chronic illnesses 

A loan fund making capital accessible to small businesses at low interest – loaning out $1.5 million!

Artisan craft sale!

Welcome New Families - We would love to meet you!!!

On September 3, 2013 after you see your student(s) to their classroom we hope you will join us in the Library  at 8:00 am for a cup of coffee or tea and a bit of conversation. We will also have a chance to celebrate the first day of school and get to know other new families.  This is  also a great chance to find out how you can get involved and participate in our community.

PTA Hosted CHPCS Work Party - A success!!!!

Shak, Oydin & Tiim Arifdjanova  

 A HUGE thank you to the all families that showed up for the CHPCS work party and those of you who continue to weed, pick up garbage and mow. The list goes on we know who you are and really appreciate all of your efforts.

The Biller, Weigel, Hamersly Familes and Mrs. Denman

Welcome to our newest PTA Board Members - 2013 - 2014

Sausha Bergevin- Secretary

Sausha is the mother of two children.  Her oldest will be in 1st grade this year and the youngest will start preschool.  She is married to her husband, Ryan.  She is excited to get to know the CHPCS community!  She is on facebook and can also be reached via email.  oladyberg@gmail.com

Kaitlyn Brown -Volunteer Coordinator Co-Chair

She has been for married for almost 10 years to her amazing husband Jason. They  have one child who will be in 2nd grade in the fall at CHPCS. Kaitlyn is not  on Facebook, but loves Pinterest, Instagram, reading, and spending time with her family.  She is so excited to join the PTA and become more involved in the CHPCS community.kaitlynbrown32@comcast.net

Jena Novotny - Volunteer Coordinator Co-Chair 

Jena is the mother of two young girls. Her eldest is 7 years old and a 2^nd grader at Cascade Heights, and her youngest is 2 1/2. She is excited to be apart of the PTA and looks forward to the opportunity to share her enthusiasm for CHPCS and its mission throughout our community.jena.novotny@gmail.com

Laura Keebaugh - Membership

Laura is  happily married to her  husband Pat. They are parents of  three children the oldest is starting 2nd grade, the middle is in first grade, and the last is a happy toddler who keeps mom busy at home. She is am looking forward to learning how to be more involved with the school and the PTA. This is a new experience for her and we are thrilled to have her on the Board. lekeebaugh@yahoo.com

Faith Ketel - Teacher Liason

Mrs. Ketel has been the kindergarten teacher at CHPCS for the past six years. She is married and has two step-children as well as her busy one-year-old daughter, Payton. Mrs. Ketel is excited to be a member of the PTA this year and is eager to participate in family events that build our community.
f.ketel@chpcs.org

Newly elected PTA Board

PTA Board 2013-2014

Congratulations to the 2013-2014 Board voted in at the May 16, 2012 meeting:

Joell Hamersly - President

Joell is married to her longtime husband Scott and has three children the youngest is now a eight grader  CHPCS in Mr. Harvey's class.   Her oldest daughter is a  Sophmore at Willamette University and her middle child is a Senior  West Linn High School.  She is looking forward to working with our dedicated community this next year,  and hopes to hear from you via email, text or phone calls, she doesn't Facebook yet. joell.hamersly@gmail.com

Shonna Schroedl -Vice President

Shonna is one of the founding parents of Cascade Heights Public Charter School.  This is her second year as a PTA officer. She is married to Steven Schroedl and together they share 3 boys.  Adin will be entering the 7th grade and was a member of the first Kindergarten class at CHPCS, Mathew is a CHPCS graduate and high school freshman and Andrew is serving in the Air Force.  shonna@kikaua.com

Amy Dorr - Treasurer

Welcome to our newest Board Member Amy.  She is happily married and a mother of three children the oldest of whom will be in 4th grade next year, middle in 1st grade and a preschooler. She is on Facebook and looks forward to connecting with our school community this next year, she is a wonderful addition to our team this year. amy@dorr.com

The Secretary and Membership Coordinator  position will remain vacant until an interested candidate becomes available and can be voted in by the PTA membership.  Please contact   Joell Hamersly, Shonna Schroedl, or Amy Dorr if you are interested or know someone who may be.