May 2023 | Monthly Newsletter |
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A message from our PTO President It’s hard to believe that it is already the month of May, and we are in the final stretch of this 2022-2023 school year! What an amazing year for our community, students, families and staff of Field Elementary!
I think back to when the year started and now how we are finishing this year stronger than ever! We started the year off with our first ever auction fundraiser and that was just the beginning. As your PTO President, I have had the blessed opportunity to lead one of the most engaging, passionate, committed and fun group of volunteers. Together, with so much positive momentum and drive, we collaboratively worked hard to accomplish and exceed expectations on all our goals and visions. We consistently without hesitation added fundraisers, engagement opportunities, fine art programs, teacher and parent appreciation events and more, throughout this school year. As we look back, we are able to reflect and see the impact we made as a team who worked together, supported each other and truly enjoyed volunteering together with many of you, too! The deposit is in the hands of SPARK and contractors are preparing to install our NEW play structure over summer break. How exciting is that!!!! Stay tuned for an official ribbon cutting/Field ES play announcement to celebrate this amazing achievement.
As many of you know in our announcements and conversations, my family will be relocating to Atyrau, Kazakhstan the first week of August. My husband, Alan, works for Chevron and he will be leading a team there. After rotating for 4-8 weeks at a time for the last 4 years, we will finally be together as a family every morning and night, just on the other side of the world. We are not selling our home in the Heights and will be back in Houston to visit our dogs, family, friends and Field Elementary community over the holidays and summer breaks. When home and even from abroad, I will continue to volunteer and support Field ES as a community member. In 3 years, our plan is to be back at Field elementary, with a 5th, 4th and 2nd grader!
As I prepare to lead our final PTO General Meeting next Wednesday, May 10th at 5:30pm, I am reflecting with a grateful heart. Thank you for trusting us, supporting our fundraisers and events, and for making this year one of the best years at Field Elementary for all! An additional thank you to Principal Karr, Mr. Zelaya, Mrs. Tate and our wonderful teachers and staff, for all your support and partnership consistently through this year.
I hope to see you all at the Summer Play Dates! Have a healthy, safe and fun Summer Break! Go Lions! |
| Playground update! The deposit is in the hands of SPARK and contractors are preparing to install our NEW play structure over summer break. Stay tuned for the official date and ribbon cutting ceremony! |
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The PTO could not do all of the amazing things it does without the dedicated group of volunteers who are so generous with their time and efforts. If you volunteered in any capacity this school year, THANK YOU! Stay tuned for ways you can volunteer your time and get involved next school year! |
Every May we take extra time to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month.
Why is AANHPI Heritage Month celebrated in May? As we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, it is important to reflect on the contributions and experiences of the AAPI community. AAPIs are the fastest-growing racial group in the United States, with a population of over 22 million. Despite this growth, AAPIs have often been marginalized and underrepresented in American society.
In 1977 the U.S. Congress (spearheaded by Representative Frank Horton of New York and Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawai'i) chose the first ten days of May to commemorate the history and contributions of Asian American communities here in the U.S. The week's observance became a month, the very month in which the first Japanese immigrants came to the U.S. in 1843. We also commemorate the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869 as the majority of workers who laid those railroad tracks were Chinese immigrants.
As we continue to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, let us reflect on the contributions of the AAPI community and renew our commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable society for all.
Check out this article from Boys & Girls Clubs of America on 10 Ways to Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with Kids & Teens, to learn more about these cultures and communities with kids across the nation. |
Tracy Guan's Virtual Author's Visit |
| Field ES PTO in conjunction with Field ES Library is proud to host a virtual reading by children's book Author, Tracy Guan on Tuesday, May 23rd.
Tracy Guan is an author, mom and educator. She has always been fascinated by the power of storytelling. Born to hardworking and resilient first-generation immigrant parents, she grew up falling in love with the powerful words and stories that nurtured her household. Tracy is inspired by her family and the multicultural community she serves.
Place your book pre-sale orders through our PTO Spirit Store for "Lunchtime with Samnang" and/or "Love is in Mama's Hands" just in time for Mother's Day!
More information, as well as the order form, can be found here
Want to learn more about Tracy Guan? Click the link below to the Kelly Clarkson interview aired on 05/01/23 (26:12). |
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📣 It’s that time of year again! Our PTO Board elections are coming soon! All positions are up for election, as we’d like to give anyone who might be interested an opportunity to express interest and potentially co-chair! For more information and to view position descriptions, visit http://fieldespto.org/ptoboardelections Have questions? Interested in joining the board in any capacity? Email us at info.fieldespto@gmail.com
We would love for YOU to be on the Field PTO Board and are already looking forward to an amazing 2023-2024 school year! 💙🐾
Elections will be held at the final General PTO meeting on Wednesday, May 10th! |
Get ready to celebrate our ROCKSTAR Teachers & Staff! Our Staff Appreciation Week committee has been hard at work and we will share the final schedule soon! This year, due to STAAR testing, Field's Staff Appreciation Week will be held May 15-19. |
2023 End of Year Ceremonies This year, all ceremonies will be held on Tuesday, May 30th (the second to last day of school). The ceremonies will be held in the cafeteria and split up throughout the day.
We will be providing chairs for the ceremony. However, due to limited space, only TWO family members are allowed to attend per student. Additional information will be provided in the coming weeks. |
Students will enjoy a day of fun and games! Starting the day off with the summer kick off party, sponsored by the PTO, Kona Ice will be on site and each student will receive a free snow cone. (Did we mention the bouncy houses and a DJ?!). After lunch, classroom parties will begin!
Students should come dressed to school in comfortable, school-appropriate athletic attire. |
Calling all current and future Field families 🦁!! Join us for the Lion Family Summer playdates! ️ALL grades welcome‼️
Come out and share a snack and mingle with the Field Elementary Family! The PTO will be there to chat and answer questions!
Awesome opportunity to meet incoming families and purchase the uniform approved Field Spirit gear for the new school year!
*Dates and locations are subject to change. Stay tuned for more information via the Instagram and Facebook accounts. |
Summer Enrichment and Programs As summer approaches, many parents are considering how to keep their children engaged and active during the break from school. For elementary-age children, summer programming and camps can be an excellent way to provide opportunities for learning, socialization, and fun. These programs can help bridge the opportunity gap by providing academic support, socialization, and enrichment activities. In addition to providing academic support, summer programming, and camps can help children develop important life skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. Many programs are designed around specific themes or activities, such as sports, the arts, or science, which provide opportunities for children to explore their interests and build confidence in their abilities. Most importantly, summer programming and camps can be a source of fun and excitement for children. They provide opportunities for children to make new friends, try new things, and create lasting memories. For parents, summer programming and camps can offer peace of mind knowing that their children are in a safe and stimulating environment during the summer months. Elementary summer programming and camps can be essential to a child's summer experience. They provide opportunities for academic support, skill-building, socialization, and fun. Parents should consider their options carefully and find a program that fits their child's interests and needs. In Houston, capacity can be very limited and competitive. Still, need a summer program for your child? HISD has summer camps focused on STEM, Music, Art, and more with available seats. Also, the City of Houston Parks and Recreation is still filling seats for this summer.
For more information, visit:
Houston ISD - Summer Program
Houston Summer Program https://houstonsummercamps.com/
Houston Parks & Recreation Department - Summer Program |
The school year may be winding down, but we are JUST getting started! 🙌🏽 Organized by Field Dads, but open to everyone, we are officially establishing the Field Dad’s Club (FDC) and welcome ALL to join! Scan the QR code, visit www.fieldespto.org/dadsclub or email fieldespto.dadsclub@gmail.com for more info! 📧
❗️Note: We welcome dads, uncles, mothers, aunts, grandparents and other guardians with ties to Field Elementary. 💙🐾 |
To our community of bakers, cooks, volunteers, Field teachers and Staff, our families, our children, friends, neighbors, local and corporate business sponsors and Field ES PTO: THANK YOU!
On our second year, Taste Of Field raised a total of $13,061.88 dollars (and still counting) in net profits. These funds will support our Field Elementary School Fine Arts Initiative, which supplements our school with artistic ancillary options for students at all grade levels.
Your time, contributions, creativity, presence, talent and energy made Taste of Field, once again, a wonderful experience for all! We should be all proud to be part of this community. Lets continue cultivating our shared sense of fellowship, belonging and ownership!
Erika Cesar-Collins
Taste of Field Event Coordinator
Co-VP Parental Involvement, Field ES PTO |
Missed Taste of Field this year? No problem! You can still purchase the official cookbook and aprons in the Field Spirit Store. Grab them while you can! |
** End of Year Updates - The last day for online orders to be distributed will be Thursday, May 25th. Any online order placed on or after Friday, May 26th will be available for in-person pick-up at the summer playdates. (Please see the PTO instagram for dates)** |
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 Field Retro Tricolor Shirt Available in youth and adult sizes |
|  Field Pride Shirt |
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 Lion Artist Shirt Available in youth and adult sizes |
|  Birthday Marquee Message Looking to wish your child a happy birthday in a unique way? Wish your child a Happy Birthday on the Field Marquee!! Orders should be placed at least a week before the needed date, so we have time to process the order. Purchase here! |
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| "Handle with Care" - A note from Ms. Franks If your child is experiencing difficulties at home, I would like to provide some additional support at school. I understand you may not always be able to provide details, and that's OK. If your child is coming to school after a difficult morning, night or weekend, please email me "handle with care." I will make it a priority to check in on them. Email:Brandy.Franks@houstonisd.org
Phone: 713-867-5190 |
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| Ideas, Comments or Suggestions? The Field PTO team is always striving to be the best to support our school and community. Have a suggestion or idea you'd like to share with Field PTO? Send us a note! We are a community, and every voice is essential. Your comments can be anonymous if you prefer. The suggestions box is located in the front of the school near Ms. Q's office email us at fieldespto.suggestions@gmail.com |
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| Communication Class Dojo is the main form of communication used by Field admin and teachers. Stay up to date with the latest from the PTO on social channels, as we help to share information provided by the school.
Please follow Field Elementary PTO on our social media platforms and check our website often to stay up to date on all things Field! School website
PTO Website
PTO Instagram
PTO Facebook |
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| Recap of April PTO Meeting & Treasurer's Reports Couldn't make the April PTO Meeting? You can find the meeting minutes here, as well as the Treasurer's Reports.
Join us Wednesday, May 10th for the May General PTO Meeting. |
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| Teacher and Staff Wish Lists & Favorites Our amazing Teachers and Staff are pouring their hearts and souls into our little ones every. single. day! Let’s help clear their Amazon Classroom Wish Lists and Donors Choose items for these incredible educators!
Want to learn more about a Teacher or Staff Member at Field? Check out their personal favorites!
Want to help even more? SHARE THIS LINK!
We are so proud and appreciative of this incredibly generous community and we know that together we can help make a huge impact this year for our teachers (students and parents)! |
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 HISD 22-23 Academic Calendar Click here for the latest 2022-2023 HISD calendar. Also, the 2023-2024 school year calendar is NOW AVAILABLE! Click here for a copy of the upcoming school year calendar. |
|  School Lunch Information Curious what's for lunch, check out.... School Café. Login not needed can view as guest. |
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Parent's Lunch Week Mark your calendars -- Parents/guardians who have been approved via the HISD VIPS program can now come to lunch with students! One week each month, parents will be afforded quality time at lunch. External food is allowed! Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes before the student's lunchtime for check-in with Ms. Q. Update - some lunch times have changed. Please look out for more information from Field administration.
May 8-12 |
| VIPS Approved Not VIPS certified? Volunteers in Public Schools, VIPS, is an annual background check through HISD for all volunteers who help assist public schools. ALL Field parents/guardians who want to volunteer or attend lunch visits for the 2022-2023 school year must register online. Turnaround for VIPS is about 2-3 weeks.
Ready to register? Click Here! |
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| Previous Lion's Roar Newsletters Access previous PTO newsletters here. |
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| Visit the PTO site and update your student(s) classroom teacher. Select the teacher from the drop down under "My Account".
1. Log in and select "My account" > family info > verify parent info is up to date > select "next step" 2. Under the "active students" section, verify your student(s) have been added and select the homeroom teacher in the drop down. 3. Save |
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The PTO could not do all of the amazing things it does without the dedicated group of volunteers who are so generous with their time and efforts. Involvement with the PTO is a wonderful way to get to know the school, staff, students, and other parents. There are many different ways to get involved. We encourage you to learn more about the events and activities that the PTO sponsors and volunteer where you can. Please note that all volunteers who will be working with students on campus or on field trips need to be registered through the school district’s Volunteers in Public Schools program, or VIPS. VIPS requires all volunteers to register annually. For more information, click here.
There are many ways to get involved over the summer and we’ll be hard at work beautifying our school before Students and Staff return in August! Stay tuned for more details as we’ll need summer volunteers to help - painting lockers, mural in cafeteria by Field Mom, Rachel Gardner, summer play dates, and more. |
LOOKING AHEAD - SAVE THE DATE |
| General PTO Meeting & Voting for 23-24 Board - May 10 Join us for the final General PTO meeting on Wednesday, May 10th under the pavilion! (Bring your own chair or blanket)
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| Spirit Night @ Crust Pizza Co - May 15 Join us at Crust Pizza Co (Shepherd location) Monday, May 15th for Spirit Night! Can’t stay? You can still support Field by ordering yummy takeout! Be sure to mention you’re with Field Elementary when placing your dine in or takeout orders. 15% of the sales will be donated to Field. |
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| Staff Appreciation Week - May 15 - 19 Get ready to honor our Rockstar teachers & Staff for Staff Appreciation week! |
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| Conversations with the Counselor Join Mrs. Franks for the upcoming Conversations with the Counselor! - May 16th - Topic: Internet Safety
The session will take place from 8:00 - 9:00am |
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| SpEd Banquet - May 19 More details will be shared soon. We'd like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Federal American Grill- Shepherd or sponsoring ALL food for the SpEd Banquet! |
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| End of Year Ceremonies - May 30 Save the date! Stay tuned for more details! |
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| Summer Kick Off Party - May 31 Students will enjoy a day of fun and games! Starting the day off with the summer kick off party, sponsored by the PTO, Kona Ice will be on site and each student will receive a free snow cone. (Did we mention the bouncy houses and a DJ?!). After lunch, classroom parties will begin!
Students should come dressed to school in comfortable, school-appropriate athletic attire. |
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| Last day of school! - May 31 Wishing our Field Lion Family and friends a safe and fun-filled summer! See you at the Summer playdates! |
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| Field Summer Playdate - June 24, July 23, & August 19 Calling all current and future Field families 🦁!! Join us for the Lion Family Summer playdates! ️ALL grades welcome‼️
Come out and share a snack and mingle with the Field Elementary Family! The PTO will be there to chat and answer questions!
Awesome opportunity to meet incoming families and purchase the uniform approved Field Spirit gear for the new school year!
Saturday, June 24th
Sunday, July 23rd
Saturday August 19th
*Dates and locations are subject to change. Stay tuned for more information via the Instagram and Facebook accounts. |
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| Back to school - August 28 First day of school! Stay tuned for more information from Field Admin. |
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Like to plan in advance? Bookmark this page and check back often for an expanded view of events and programs at Field Elementary! |
Donations are always accepted! All donations go directly to support the programs and events our organization offers. No amount is too small - please consider making a donation today! |
| BOX TOPS MAKES IT EASY! All you need is your phone! Download the Box Tops app, shop as you normally would, then use the app to scan your store receipt within 14 days of purchase. The app will identify Box Tops products on your receipt and automatically credit Field's earnings online. Twice a year, Field will receive a check and can use that cash to support the school! |
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| Once logged into your Kroger account, search for Field Elementary PTO or KX612 and then click Enroll. New users will need to create an account which requires some basic information, a valid email address and a rewards card. *Customers must have a registered Kroger rewards card account |
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Don't forget your company's gift matching program! Corporate matching gift programs match cash donations made by their employees (parents/guardians/family members) to non-profit organizations. Take advantage of this matching opportunity and your Field Elementary contributions can easily be doubled (or even tripled)! Corporate matching provides a substantial amount of extra donations to help our wonderful school. More information can be found here! |
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Stay connected with the Field ES PTO. Follow us on social media via Facebook and Instagram. |
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