Happy February!

It’s hard to believe we’re already more than halfway through the school year — time is flying by! The MPTO has been hard at work planning exciting enrichment programs and community events, and we’re looking forward to what the rest of the year holds for your students.

Last year, we introduced a grant program to support teachers in funding special projects, programs, and training aimed at enhancing our students' learning experiences. We’re thrilled to announce that this year, we’ve doubled the funding and awarded $5,000 to the “Think Big Program.” Thanks to this funding, we’ve been able to provide podcasting equipment, DASH Robots, supplies for creating a Mental Health Library, WonderBooks, sensory bins, and more. We can’t wait to share updates as these exciting projects come to life!

On another note, please join me in welcoming Pam Watkins to the Board as our new Secretary! Pam has been an active member of the PTO and is excited to take on this new role to further support our school community.

We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Jessica Patti for her invaluable contributions to the PTO over the past few years. We’re grateful for all she’s done and know she will continue to be a part of the PTO moving forward!

Our next meeting is scheduled for February 26th at 6:30 PM in the Fuller Meadow Library. We’re so grateful to see more parents attending and sharing their thoughts — we hope you’ll join us!

Today, February 4th, is the last day to purchase a Spring Gala ticket and get five free raffle tickets! Now is the time to buy, so click here to purchase. Raffles will include concert tickets, all-inclusive resort hotel stays, gift cards to local restaurants and entertainment venues, and much more!

This year's Gala will be held on March 28 at Spinelli’s. Join us for a roaring '20s-themed night full of fun, music, food, drinks, raffles, and auctions to help the MPTO raise funds for curriculum enrichment programs. 

If you would like to show the teachers and staff your appreciation this Valentine’s Day, please sign up to help with a hot cocoa bar! McDonald’s in Middleton (owned by the Wallin family) is donating the hot cocoa and cups, and parents are asked to donate treats (if you are able to). Please click here to indicate what you can bring. 

To date, we’ve raised over $3,000 through these community fundraisers! A huge thank you to the businesses for their generous donations, and to all of you for your continued support of these events! 

•   Stop by Texas Roadhouse for dinner on Feb. 10 and a share of the proceeds will be donated to the MPTO. Be sure to bring the flyer that will be sent home in backpacks soon! Dine-in and take out orders are both included in the fundraiser.

•    The MPTO is partnering with Mutz Pizzeria at the end of each month! Place a takeout order Friday, Feb. 28, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to the MPTO.

•    McDonald’s in Middleton will donate 20% of all mobile orders made through the app on the 1st Monday of every month back to the MPTO. The next Mobile Monday is on March 3rd. We’re loving it! 

•    Looking for a fun way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Middleton Taekwondo is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Night Out for Middleton elementary school children on March 15 from 5 to 9 p.m. The evening will include pizza, a movie, a Taekwondo class, and a bouncy house, all led by Middleton Taekwondo instructors.100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Middleton PTO! Register by clicking here.

Are you interested in supporting your child's teachers through making their lounges an enjoyable place to take a break? Please visit the lounge wish lists for Howe-Manning and Fuller Meadow to stock these areas with coffee pods, snacks, utensils, etc. We've created the grade-level schedule below to ensure the lounges are stocked all year long. When it's your child's class's turn (and if you are interested/able to), please purchase the requested items. Pre-K and 6th grade families--it's your turn this month!

If you have a preference on what school your order goes to, please include it as a gift message (please note, anything sent to Howe-Manning must be nut free as we have staff with severe allergies). If you order via the links, Mrs. Baker has graciously volunteered to sort and make sure everything is distributed to both schools. Thank you in advance to anyone that chooses to help. The teachers rave about how much they love having the lounges stocked with goodies!

February - Pre-K and 6th

March - Kindergarten and 3rd

April - 1 and 4

May - Everyone is encouraged to donate for Teacher Appreciation week

If you are looking for a way to support your child’s teachers, you can purchase needed items from their teachers’ wish lists!

• Kindergartners participated in Top Secret Science: Force & Motion in-school program on Jan. 15.
• 3rd graders participated in the Orchestrating Kids Through Classics program with the Lexington Symphony on Jan. 22.

Your support of the Middleton PTO helps fund curriculum enrichment, teacher grants, and events for our elementary school community. Last year, the PTO funded 18 in-school programs, 11 field trips, and six teacher grants. For more information on how we raised and spent funds during the 2023-24 school year, please see the information below. Thank you for your support!

Don't forget to visit www.middletonmapto.com and register or update your existing information to stay updated on school happenings!

Middleton, MA 01949