The Cossitt PTC sponsors many programs and activities that enrich our children’s lives. The year’s fundraising efforts provide the dollars and the parents provide the know-how and labor needed to enhance the basics and provide some extras.
PTC programs, activities, and spending fall into four general categories:
Student Activities & Programs Art Appreciation – volunteers share artwork in the classroom Assemblies – grade-level presentations connected to curriculum Author Visits – children’s author visits by grade to the school Battle of the Books – 4th-grade lunchtime reading program Bike Safety Rodeo – Bike safety test that is required for students 3rd grade and up who want to ride their bikes to school Birthday Books – each child may choose a book on their birthday Book Club – lunchtime reading program for students in grades 2, 3, 5, 6 CPCFRO – Intramural athletics Celebrating Cossitt Curriculum – a month-long in-depth study of cultural themes Garden Club – after school club focused on working in and learning about the Cossitt Education Garden Student Service Council – community and school service projects
General School Building and Grounds – determines and implements improvement projects for school building and grounds Spiritwear – school logo apparel and other items Classroom Supplies – donation to teachers for classroom supplies LRC – books and technology software Teacher Requests – curricular and non-curricular Donations – to CPCFRO, Science Center, PIMA, Foreign Language Program District Supplemental Fund – $6/student donation to District 102
Parties/Events Room Parent Events 6th Grade Mentor Party – celebration for the culmination of 6th-grade mentor program Student Performing Arts – student talent and art shows Family Fun Night – winter family event End of the Year Event – all-school event with games, food, DJ/dancing to celebrate the end of the school year Back to School Party – all-school get together to meet new Cossitt families and mingle with old friends
Other PTC Activities
Cossitt Directory
Hospitality
Office Assistance
Teacher Appreciation
School Supplies
Yearbook
