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In response to feedback on Wednesday Folders, the PTA Board has decided on the following new procedures, utilizing the schedule system on the PTA web site...

Wednesday FLYERS:

There is a weekly sign-up online for flyer counters to put papers in new Teacher Flyer Cubbies from 10:30-12:00.   Note, this is not stuffing Wednesday Folders (We can't stuff until 12:30.) 

Click here for the schedule for Wednesday FLYERs.  

Wednesday FOLDERS


Volunteer in the Library!
posted 9/24/07

Our library is now considered a teaching library, as Ms. Trudeau is actually teaching students about finding and using information.  This promotes literacy as well as the skills needed for using library resources and research strategies.  There many needs and opportunities to volunteer in the library! 

Click here for details and the on-line schedule.


Help Needed with Library Inventory
posted 5/15/08

It's THAT time of the year!

It seems impossible that the end of this year is almost here.  And with it another "first" for me.  It is time to begin inventory.

I need volunteers on the dates listed below to help complete our inventory at the end of the year. I only have one scanner, so I only need one person at a time.

Click here for the volunteer schedule.

Once again, I want to say Thank you to all who have diligently stuck with me this year. Your help has been a tremendous asset to the daily workings of the library. We have had some great times and I so enjoyed working with all of you.

Thank you!

Michelle Trudeau


WatchdogsWATCH D.O.G.S.  NEW

The WATCH D.O.G.S. program has been launched at Rutledge!  We now have a new schedule for our WATCH D.O.G.S. sign ups. 

Click here to read about the WATCH D.O.G.S. program.

Click here for the on-line WATCH D.O.G.S. schedule.

Rosario Lombardo
WATCH D.O.G.S. Coordinator at Rutledge
 


Silent Auction August 19
posted 6/20/2008

Summer Silent Auction, benefiting the PTA and Carnival's Silent Auction.   Click here for more information.


PTA Newsletter for June
posted 6/20/2008

The June Newsletter by Mekecia Larson is now available on-line.  Click here for the Newsletter page.


Box Tops and Labels End of Year Summary
posted 6/4/08

Way to go Ranchers!  We had the most successful collection year ever at Rutledge!  Click here to read more.


WATCH D.O.G.S.
posted 4/13/08

A WATCH D.O.G.S. page and schedule have been added to the site.  Click here to read about our WATCH D.O.G.S. program.


Crossing Guards (Still) Needed!
Posted 7/30/2007

We are currently looking for  volunteer crossing guards during the morning arrival and/or afternoon dismissal times.   Click here for more information.


Volunteer for Field Day, Friday May 23
posted 5/18/08

Dear Rutledge Parents,

We are excited about Field Day, which is May 23. We have 3 different areas that the kids will be going to this year, which includes one that is all water (area "1"). If you look at the schedule, you will see a number ahead of the game (1, 2, or 3), which corresponds to area 1, area 2, or area 3.

Click here for the volunteer schedule.

We will need at least 2 people at each game at the three stations. Simply look for your child's teacher and the time you will be available to work in the schedule.  Note that you will be able to rotate to the next area with your child.  Just sign up for your child's class in the next time slot.

We are also in need of a few items, which will be returned to you after Field Day. Thanks so much for volunteering your time and we look forward to a fun filled Field Day this year.

Rutledge PE Team


Parent vs. Teacher Softball Game!
posted 5/5/08

The final PTA fundraiser for this school year will be the Parents vs. Teachers Softball Game to be held on Sunday, May 18th, from 2pm to 4pm at Vista Ridge High School.  Click here for more information!.


Box Top and Label Counters, Friday May 16!
posted 5/12/08

I really need 5 volunteers this Friday May 16th from 1:15-2:45 in the Rutledge library.  We will be counting the final Box Top and labels submission, and announcing this year's winning classrooms!   I will also need them to help with clipping and sorting.

Click here and sign up if you can help!

Thank you!!!

Kristy Avila
 


Parent vs. Teacher Softball Game, May 18!

The final PTA fundraiser for this school year will be the "Parents vs. Teachers Softball Game" to be held on Sunday, May 18th, from 2pm to 4pm at Vista Ridge High School.  The gates will open at 1:45pm.

We need volunteers to sell tickets and check will-call tickets at the gate, sell concessions during the game, and help clean-up afterward  (there shouldn’t be much to do, but VRHS has been kind enough to allow us to play there, so it is important that we make sure the field and seating area is picked up.)

Click here for the on-line volunteer schedule.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Mekecia Larson
mekecia@austin.rr.com
 
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Sponsored by the Rutledge Elementary PTA with donations from Hill Country Bible Church (Northpoint) and Rockbridge Church (United Methodist).


Cinco de Mayo is Monday, May 5!

Cinco de Mayo is a fun lunch celebration for the entire school.  We need volunteers to help sell tickets, serve food and drink, and clear tables.

Click here for the on-line schedule.
 


Box Tops and Labels Due Friday, 4/25
posted 4/21/08

Don’t forget Friday is the next due date for Labels to be turned in. Click here for more info.


Box Tops & Labels for February
posted 3/26/08

Box Tops and Labels have been counted for February, and Ms. Groch's class comes in first!  Read More


Watch D.O.G.S - Tuesday night!

Watch D.O.G.S is a fabulous program that gets dads involved in the school. The program was discussed at the recent PTA General Meeting, and we are launching it at Rutledge on Tuesday, April 1.

We need some moms to hang out with the kids, probably in the MPR, while the dads are watching a DVD and discussing the program. I'm guessing that it won't be more than 30 minutes and you get to have some pizza too!   The event starts at 6:30 so around 6:45 is when the kids will go to the MPR.

Click here for the on-line schedule.

Thanks,
Mark Dan
663-8608


TAKS Monitoring - March 5

Volunteers are needed to monitor the bathrooms during TAKS testing on Wednesday, March 5.

Click here for the on-line schedule


Snacks for TAKS - March 3

We will meet in the lunch room Monday to mix trail mix and bag approximately 550 bags of trail mix for the kids. Please come join us. The more the merrier.

Click here for the on-line schedule

Cari Tosh

PTA  Room Representative Chairperson
Rutledge Elementary School


Revised TAKS Schedule
posted 1/28/2008

The TEA has announced that, due to the primary election
March 4th, TAKS testing will be held March 5th.
 Click here
 


Yearbook Photos due Wednesday, Feb 27!
posted 1/23/2008

We need photos for the 2007-08 year book. 
You can now upload them on-line!  
Click here


February Book Fair - February 8 through 15
posted 10/22/07
 
The next PTA-sponsored book fair is being held Monday, February 11 through Friday, February 15. Volunteers are needed to act as cashiers and to monitor the book fair during open hours.   We also need Volunteers to help set up on February 8 and to take down the fair on February 15.

Click here for the on-line schedule.


Group Pictures - January 30
posted 1/28/08 

VOLUNTEERS!!  We are having Group pictures along with Spring Pictures on Wednesday 1/30.  We need help lining up the students from Shortest to Tallest and assisting the photographer and teacher with anything else.  We really appreciate all your help!

Click here for the on-line schedule.

Elizabeth Whitworth
Volunteer Coordinator for School Events


Family Christmas Breakfast
posted 12/8/07

Ho, Ho, Ho! It’s time for our annual Family Christmas Breakfast on Wednesday December 19th. We will serve a special Holiday Breakfast with cinnamon rolls, sausage & egg croissant, bagel, cereal, yogurt and coffee for the adults. Last year we served 574 people!

Tickets are $1.65 for adults and $1.35 for children.  All students must use their lunch account to purchase breakfast.  We will pre-sell tickets the week of the event.  (Checks must have your phone number and Driver’s License number  on them.)

We need Volunteers to help with various aspects of the breakfast -
Click here for the on-line Volunteer Schedule.

You can volunteer and still eat with your child.  Shifts are 30 minutes starting at 7:00, 7:30 and 8:00.  Elf hats, antlers, and Santa hats are highly encouraged.  If you have any questions please contact me at elizabethw1@austin.rr.com

Thank you in advance,

Elizabeth Whitworth
Volunteer Coordinator – School Events


Soup for the Souls..
posted 11/26/07

SOUP FOR THE SOULS, a heart and tummy warming lunch for our teachers is on Friday, December 7th!

In addition to all the fabulous food being donated, we are in need of volunteers to supervise the children during their lunch and recess.

If you are willing to volunteer your time, please sign up for your child's/children's grade as shown below. We will be watching over the classes in the cafeteria and on the playground. We will have a sign in booth at the front entrance to let you know exactly where to go. We need lots of eyes!

Thanks for all your help!

Click here for details and the on-line schedule.


Faculty Follies!

The first ever Faculty Follies will be held on Friday, November 30, 7:00 PM in the Rutledge MPR.   Read More


Rutledge Book Fair - November 2 thru 9
posted 10/22/07
 
The PTA-sponsored book fair is being held this year from Monday, November 5th through Friday, November 9th. Volunteers are needed to act as cashiers and to monitor the book fair during open hours.   We also need Volunteers to help set up on November 2nd and for the extended hours on Thursday, from 5pm to 8pm.

Click here for the on-line schedule.


Thanksgiving Luncheon - November 9
posted 10/22/07
 
Come help us with our BIG Luncheon Event of the FALL - Thanksgiving Luncheon! We need lots of Volunteers to cover each lunch shift, selling tickets, serving food and tea, and clearing tables!   We appreciate your help very much!

Click here for the on-line schedule.

Elizabeth Whitworth
Volunteer Coordinator


Rutledge Carnival
UPDATED 10/23/07

Carnival is November 2!   As the carnival gets closer, things are starting to rally up. We still need volunteers to sign up for one or more of the followings: ticket sales, room posts, and clean up crew.  Click here for the IMPORTANT updated information. Click here to go directly to the on-line schedule.


First Fun Run a Success!
Updated 9/22/2007

Fun Run is a success!  Thanks to everyone who participated in this fun event, and especially to our generous Sponsors.


Attendance Zone Advisory Committee
posted 9/25/2007

The upcoming zoning committee will affect the attendance zoning lines for Rutledge next year.   Volunteer registrations are accepted through October 8.   Read more.


Picture Day Volunteers!
posted 10/1/07

Dear Rancher Volunteers,
 
We need your help on Picture Day, Wednesday October 3rd. Since it is an early release day, we will start pictures right at 8:00 a.m. and will finish about 11:30 a.m. Please sign up to help pass out combs, straighten shirts, practice smiles, and generally help the teacher or photographer keep the line moving. We need about 28 volunteers for the morning.  Click here for the on-line schedule.

Elizabeth Whitworth
School Event Volunteer Coordinator


Volunteers Needed for "Fun Run"

As you know, Fun Run is our big fundraiser this Fall, to be held Saturday 9/22.  We need Volunteers for Registration/Packets the two days before the race and also for Race Day itself.   The two schedules (linked below) have all the information.  

Fun Run Packet Pick-Up / Registration,   Thursday 9/20 and Friday 9/21 - We need volunteers to help with Registration and Packet distribution Thursday 9/20 and Friday 9/21.    Click here for the on-line schedule.

Fun Run Race Day Volunteers,  Saturday 9/22 - On Race Day, Volunteers are needed for a host of duties, from Registration to Event Clean Up.    Click here for the on-line schedule.

Julie Barrett
Fun Run Coordinator


Help Needed Counting Money!
Updated 9/12/2007

The end of the magazine fundraiser is this Friday, September 14th. We need Volunteers to help staff validate orders and count money!  Click here for the on-line schedule.

PTA Newsletter for September
Posted 9/5/2007

The first PTA newsletter has been published by Mekecia Larson!  Click here for the newsletter page.

Grandparents Lunch - Monday 9/10
Posted 9/5/2007

Grandparents Lunch was a HUGE success last year at Rutledge.  We need volunteers to help serve food & iced tea, and other functions!  Click here for the on-line schedule.

Lunch Assistance - 8/27 through 9/7
Posted 8/23/2007

Volunteers are needed to help the students go through the lunch line, open drinks & packages and remind students to eat during the first two weeks of school.  Click here for the on-line schedule.

VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION - 9/5
Posted 8/28/2007

Volunteer Orientation will be held WEDNESDAY, September 5, at 7:50 (corrected time) in the Cafeteria.  We just LOVE our Rutledge Volunteers!  Get all the information on Volunteer procedures and learn where Volunteers are most needed.  

Volunteers Needed: OPEN HOUSE
Posted 8/21/2007

Open House will be held this Thursday August 23rd from 5:30 to 7:00pm. The school has asked for volunteers to help with tours.  Click here for the on-line schedule.

Volunteers Needed for Kinder Camp
Posted 8/16/2007

Kinder Camp will be held this Wednesday August 22nd from 1:00 to 2:30 and 3:30 to 5:00.  We need Volunteers to help direct students in hallways and assist kindergarten teachers as needed.  Thank you!  Click here for the on-line schedule.

Volunteers Needed for School Supply Sale
Posted 7/25/2007

On Monday, August 6 Rutledge will be selling school supply packets to parents and we need volunteers to staff the tables! 

Click here for the on-line schedule.

Note:  If you have not used the schedule system before, simply register on the home page and check the box that says, "I want to Volunteer."   Then, click on the email you receive to activate your registration.  Once you are activated, click the link above and follow the directions.  If you have ANY problems whatsoever please contact:
Ed Downs ed@the-downs.com .

Elizabeth Whitworth, Volunteer Coordinator
Ed Downs, Webmaster
Rutledge Elementary

 

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