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 Boys on the Run – after school running club for boys in grades 5-6 Chess Club – after school chess program 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 – Classroom Parties – Halloween and Winter Holiday 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
Room Parent Luncheon
Teacher Appreciation
School Supplies
Yearbook
The PTC Executive Board is in the process of slating the available board positions for the 2020-21 school year. Contact Dawn Collins by Friday, April 19 for more information.
