OCTOBER 4th

Welcome to our first edition of the 2020 Hart Headlines!! The purpose of our newsletter is to keep you informed of any and all upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, important announcements, current fundraisers, and to unite our campus community. Always be sure to check out the calendar below as well as our volunteer opportunities! We are parent powered and COVID will not stop that! We appreciate the support of each and every one of you. Let's keep shining and make 2020 our best year yet!

Best regards,

Dani Miller

We have the following open positions for our Board:

Programs Support
SAGE

Please email ptoforhart@gmail.com if interested for more information.

Gravity by Dennis Lee

"Gravity" is all about filling up your Back Pack with the choices THAT LIFT YOU AND YOUR WORLD UP, while avoiding the character choices that often can weigh us down. Baby Mickee (aka Nana Puddin'), his big brother Nick the Punk Monk along with a wonderful cast of characters set out on a FUNKY SPACE ADVENTURE among the stars, where your students will laugh out loud as they learn: HONESTY, KINDNESS, FAIRNESS, RESPECT & RESPONSIBILITY.

This program will be available virtually on October 15th, 2020. The link will be sent out as we draw closer. CLICK HERE for a preview!

ArtSparks

A CELEBRATION of the visual arts focusing on elementary school students. An art appreciation program which exposes over 6000 Allen school children and adults to great works of art.

An EXPLORATION of what is seen with one’s eyes, as well as with one’s heart and intellect. Students use not only their eyes, but also their intellect and heart to put into words thoughts about what a work of art means on a personal level.

A COLLABORATION of city local sponsorship and citizen talent. ArtSparks is sponsored by the Allen Arts Alliance and staffed by dedicated community volunteers. Volunteers include parents, grandparents, retired educators, and local business leaders among others.

We are thrilled to announce that ArtSparks will be done virtually this year! They have been working hard on new presentations for us to use in the classrooms. Details are coming soon as we gather volunteers.

We LOVE our volunteers and appreciate any amount of time you are able to give. Below are the areas where we currently need help!

ArtSparks >

We would love to have parents take advantage of presenting to your child's class. There will be a total of four presentations for the school year. These will be done virtually. You will need to be comfortable with ZOOM and screen sharing. All of the material will be provided.

CLICK HERE to fill out our volunteer form. (Check Yes for ArtSparks)

If interested, but have further questions, please contact Robin Dale, robindale05@gmail.com.

Grade Level Coordinator >

We are searching for two parents per grade level to create and maintain a communication outlet for all of the classrooms we have at Hart.

CLICK HERE to fill out our volunteer form. (Check Yes for Room Parent)

If interested, but have further questions, please contact Tricia Harris, dean1276@gmail.com.

40% OFF Sale

Out with the old and in with the new! Help us clear out the store for new inventory! As a friendly reminder, the holidays are right around the corner. Gifts for everyone adults and children! Use code ONEHEART at checkout to receive the discount.

*Promo code is not valid on Hats, Vests, Pre-Orders, or New Apparel.*

New Items

Hello new! Most of these pieces are in stock and available now. There are a few items that are pre-order. These items will be available for order through October 9th. Pickup is scheduled for October 23rd. That applies to current PRE-ORDER items ONLY. All other items follow normal pickup procedure.

Hart Spirit Store

Thank you Hart families for your generous donations to the teachers' pantry! It is up and running!

Our next hospitality initiative is to collect gift cards during the month of October so we can do a Gift Card Celebration for the Hart Staff! The gift card drive will be in place of giving pies this year.

The theme is "You are a GIFT!"

Please see the information regarding ShopWithScrip below on how you can help! Thank you in advance for all of your help and support!!

Hart Hospitality Team

Liz Goertz & Andrea Crabb

** COMING SOON **

NEW!! This year we are re-inventing our fundraising!!

1.) Be on the lookout for an enrollment code, once you have received that, go to ShopWithScrip.com and click "Join a Program".

2.) Enter all of your information to create a Username, Password, and add your students name to get credit for your purchases.

3.) From here, buy gift cards for all things that you use daily - Shop more than 750 TOP BRANDS! With every purchase made, Hart Elementary PTO receives 1% - 25% back.

It is important to note that you can not buy gift cards with a check, and physical gift cards take 4 weeks to arrive with shipping. So, it is STRONGLY encouraged to buy E-Gift Cards for immediate access to spending and rewards! This couldn't be more COVID friendly! **

Raise Right by Shop With Scrip

Once you have registered with our enrollment code, download the RaiseRight App to participate. Use this for Staff Birthdays, Teacher Gifts/Appreciation, Holiday Gifts for Family, Personal Shopping, the options are easy and endless.

Click the image to download the app.

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!

Click on the image to support Hart and the PTO!

You shop. Kroger gives.

Be sure to link your Kroger shoppers card with Hart Elementary PTO. Donating couldn't be easier. You shop, Kroger gives.

Organization Name:

Hart Elementary PTO

Click the image for instructions on linking your card.

Use the new Box Tops App to scan your receipt. The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to Hart Elementary PTO. Please register today! We appreciate your support.

Organization Name:

Hart Elementary PTO

Click the image for more information.

Special and Gifted Education

NEW!! We will be sending out monthly info regarding our special and gifted education students. The hope is to encourage all families to learn more about terminology, awareness, and inclusiveness.

Click the image to see what's happening in October!