Originally delivered on 5/1/2024 1:58 pm

SUBJECT: CPJH PTO News - May 2024

MAY 2024
THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING YEAR!

Despite the school year winding down quickly, there is still a lot of exciting news for us to share! Be sure to not miss the following highlights and calls to action in this month's newsletter! 


* PTO Donations to CPJH

* Teacher Appreciation Week: GiftCrowd & Luncheon Sign Up

* Final Spirit Wear Order

* 8th Grade Grad Bash: RSVP & Volunteer

* Invitation to Parent Social

YOUR DONATIONS AT WORK FOR CPJH!

Thank you to donations from our generous families and Community Sponsors during our annual membership drive and Cougar Campaign fundraiser, along with proceeds from spirit events and spirit wear sales, CPJH has benefitted in many wonderful ways.  Not only was PTO able to cover all of the anticipated expenses on our annual approved budget for endeavors that benefit teachers, students and our campus, but this year, your generosity resulted in so much more!  


For one, CPJH has a new campus golf cart - a school wish list item for many years!  With this, safety perimeter checks can be completed in half the time, heavy items like cones, food/drinks for concessions, athletic equipment & more can be hauled across our large campus with ease, injured athletes/spectators can be transported quickly, and getting around campus can be more efficient.

Another major campus improvement made possible by you, is a makeover of our 2 concession areas. Our concessions benefit all of our fine arts departments, as well as athletics. They also represent CPJH to all visitors during school events. The makeover is still in the works; but thus far, to the outdoor concession, we have added a commercial grade refrigerator, a freezer for ice and frozen treats, new microwave, shelving for storage and displays, and more! To the indoor concession area, we have added a new refrigerator, freezer, two microwaves, displays and more. 

These recent gifts are in addition to some of the purchases we mentioned earlier in the year, such as Quizzez & No Red Ink software, Lost & Found area displays, and an author visit.


Finally, and the most exciting update to share, is that PTO will give CPJH a gift of more than $40,000 (pending final approval of a portion of this amount by TISD next week) to bridge the gap between school's budget and the multitude of additional resources and campus improvements we desire. This will positively impact each of our students, teachers and school.


This is a testament to our amazingly supportive community. Your generosity and support is enabling our students to experience so much more than an average public school education - you help them thrive and excel!  Thank you for a successful year! 

APRIL LUNCHEON FOR CPJH STAFF

In April, CPJH teachers and staff were treated to a luncheon catered by Adriatic Cafe!  What a perfect treat in the middle of testing weeks. 

Next up, we will be celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week! 

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!

Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week!   Let's show our amazing CPJH teachers and staff members how much we appreciate them! Here are two ways you can show your support:

GIFTCROWD!  Back by popular demand is a GiftCrowd page, where you can make contributions toward a teacher appreciation week or year end gift for any staff member you'd like!  This is hugely popular with our teachers and parents, alike. 

Be sure to have the gifts in your cart and ready to check out prior to 7:30 am on May 10th, as the gifts will automatically be sent to the recipients at that time. Click here for details.

TEACHER LUNCHEON!  On May 10th, CPJH teachers and staff are being treated to fajitas!  Click here if you'd like to personally contribute desserts, drinks or a monetary gift for the event! 

FINAL CALL FOR SPIRIT WEAR!

Last chance to order this year's spirit wear!  Limited quantities and sizes. Click here to order: Inventory Spirit Store 2023-24

MAY LOUNGE SPONSORS

Sponsor donations are used to provide a robust array of coffee, tea and treats for our teachers and staff to enjoy! 

Thank you to the following families for sponsoring the Lounge in May:

Chipley Family, Guerrero Family, Huaikun Zhou Family, Lambie Family, and Prince Family

8th GRADE GRAD BASH

Parents of 8th grade students, it's almost time for the most exciting event in Junior High: the annual 8th Grade Grad Bash!  Plans are well underway for this special "Tropic Like It's Hot" event - please help us make it an unforgettable evening for your children!  

Donations are greatly appreciated and help us make our event extra special!  If you would like to make a contribution toward game prizes, party supplies, decor and food, please click here

Most importantly, our parent volunteers make the event possible.  We need your help to make it special!  There are many volunteer opportunities - big and small. Click here to check them out and sign up! 

LAST SPIRIT NIGHT OF THE SCHOOL YEAR!

Join your fellow Coogs at Sonic for the last Spirit Night of the school year! 

Swing by between the hours of 6-8 pm on Thursday, May 9th, and a portion of the proceeds from your Sonic order will be donated to the school! 

Thank you to all the families who participated in our Spirit Nights this year. We have received almost $4,000 from proceeds to date. Thank you for supporting CPJH PTO and our spirit night business partners.  

PTO MEETING: MAY 10th

Our next PTO meeting will be held on Friday, May 10th, at 9:30 am. Everyone is invited to join us for coffee, light treats, and conversation.  


Principal Miller will be there to give an update on current happenings at CPJH, and she will be happy to address questions and concerns. And we will be introducing the incoming PTO Exec Board for 2024-25!


Check in at the front office, and then go to the LGI, which is located to the right, just before the library.  

APRIL SOCIAL WELCOMES INCOMING 6TH GRADE FAMILIES!

In April, many incoming 6th grade parents from our neighboring elementary schools joined us for a "Flamingle" social!  We had a great time getting to know some of the new families that will be attending CPJH next year!

Our next parent social is scheduled for May 10th at 11:30 am, and will be extra special, recognizing our volunteers!  We hope to see you there!

UPCOMING MAY 10 - WE INVITE YOU TO PTO VOLUNTEER LUNCH
VOLUNTEER AT CPJH

Would you like to become more involved at CPJH?  Fill out this Volunteer Interests Form to be notified when opportunities arise at the school, and then choose to volunteer when it fits for your schedule.  Click here to fill out the volunteer assessment form.  

Before volunteering on campus, parents must fill out the district volunteer application. The district requires an updated volunteer application every year. Click here for the district volunteer application.


UPCOMING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:


8th Grade Grad Bash  


THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Thank you to our Diamond, Platinum and Gold level sponsors! You are our "Biggest Fans", and we thank you for your generous support!  Please see the sponsor spotlights below. 

DIAMOND SPOTLIGHT

Thank you to our newest Diamond Sponsors!

Heart Strong Sleep
Clegg Properties
Call for Appt: 281-364-2031
Happy Air HVAC
Speak Speech Therapy
PLATINUM SPOTLIGHT

Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!

Advanced Rheumatology
Hughes & Cozad
Harmony Orthodontics
Creekside Family Eyecare
Model Mortgage
GOLD SPOTLIGHT

Thank you to our Gold Sponsors!

HAVE A WONERFUL SUMMER!!

We look forward to seeing you back in the fall!


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Upcoming Events
Thursday, May 9
6:00p CPJH Spirit Night @ Sonic 6pm-8pm
Friday, May 10
9:30a PTO Meeting | LGI Room 31 at 9:30 am
Friday, May 17
7:00p 8th Grade Grad Bash "Tropic Like It's Hot"
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