PPE PTO Newsletter – October 30th, 2026
Art by McKeel Lucas
Important Dates
Note: Dates are subject to change. The BEST way to stay updated is with our PTO Google Calendar – view and subscribe here!
Please note: We are in the busiest season of community fundraising partnerships from Charleston Wrap to Titans game tickets info coming soon! Please make sure to read all the way to the bottom of the newsletter for these updates.
- October 30th: Class Harvest Parties
- October 30th: House meeting (wear house tshirts!)
- October 30th: INVEST Monster Mash Glow Bash Parties for Kindergarten and 2nd grade
- November 1st: Nashville SC + PPE Game
- November 3rd: No School and Parent Teacher Conferences
- November 10th: Art Show
- November 11th: No School (Veterans Day)
- November 12-13: Grandfriends Day
- November 16th: Green Hills Grille Spirit Night
- November 23 – 27th: No School (Thanksgiving Break)
- December 18th: Half Day and Classroom Holiday Parties
- December 21st – January 5th: No School (Winter Break)
SCHOOL UPDATES
THE 2026 ARTOME ART SHOW
Art Show: Celebrating America! Red, White, Blue – We Thank You!
WE NEED ART SHOW VOLUNTEERS!
The PPE Art Show from 5-7pm on 11/10 is not to miss but volunteer support is critical to make this event excellent. Please check out opportunities at this link. THANK YOU!
Preview the online gallery by Artome HERE. Sales will go live on November 10th and end November 13th.
As you explore the gallery you’ll find Pre-K artists created colorful fireworks displays using oil and chalk pastels while exploring lines, textures, and different art materials.
Kindergarten artists created colorful, expressive flag-inspired collages while First Graders created expressive self-portraits featuring personal symbols and bold, vibrant colors all inspired by Peter Max.
Second Grade artists designed original flags and combined them with profile self-portraits to create patriotic artwork. Our Third Grade Tigers created Southwestern landscapes, exploring how overlapping and size create depth while featuring the region’s iconic saguaro cacti.
Peruse American landmarks painted by Fourth Grade artists that explored painting techniques, brushstrokes, and color blending. Fifth Grade artists used geometry and two-point perspective to design imaginative cityscapes that create the illusion of three-dimensional space.
Come celebrate the creativity, imagination, and incredible artistic growth of our Pre-K through 5th Grade artists on Tuesday, November 10th from 5-7pm. Enjoy a cookie, write a thank you note for a local veteran and Dr. A, and stop for a picture in the photobooth. Framed artwork (one Original and multiple Reproductions) can be purchased for $35 (credit card preferred) where proceeds benefit the PPE PTO.
It’s BACK! Cue the BOOK FAIR nostalgia!
PPE’s 2026 Scholastic Book Fair will run November 2nd -November 13th .
The Scholastic Book Fair is a rite of passage, iykyk. The happiest memories! Thanks for helping give your child a lifelong love of story AND for tolerating your kids’ requests for ewallets and alllllll the scented erasers and posters that are sure to enter your home. 😉
Digital ewallets: We are only using ewallets for students’ purchases this year. You can add funds to your students’ ewallet throughout the week of the fair from any device – no need to print it out, we can see it instantly from our end. We are not accepting cash this year. Add funds HERE.
Share the Fair: When you set up an eWallet, there is an option to donate to the “Share the Fair”. Donations will ensure that every Percy Priest student has the opportunity to shop the fair. We don’t want anyone to go home without books. Thank you, thank you for your kindness!
Parent Shopping: We will be open on Parent-Teacher Conference Day from 8-3 on Tuesday, November 3rd.
Grandfriends’ Day: The book fair will be open for students to shop with their Grandparents and Special Friends when they visit PPE on Thursday, November 12th and Friday, November 13th.
We CAN accept credit cards this year -HURRAH! Thank you for your patience last year. Volunteers: Want to volunteer to help with bookfair on Grandfriends’ Day? Email Ms. Stuart. Don’t hesitate to reach out (emily.stuart@mnps.org) with any questions.
GRANDFRIENDS DAY 2026
November 12-13: GrandFriends Days!
Our annual GrandFriends Days are around the corner! We’re thrilled to invite grandparents and special friends to join us for a heartwarming celebration of our children!
Each visit will include:
- A musical performance by the children
- A visit to their classroom
- A stop at the Book Fair in the library
Please help us spread the word and encourage your loved ones to RSVP. We can’t wait to welcome them and share this special day together!
Thursday, November 12th (grades Pre-K-2)
*Kindergarten program starts at 9 am (check in begins at 8:30 am)
*2nd grade program starts at 10:15 am (check in begins at 9:45 am)
*1st grade program starts at 11:30 am (check in begins at 11 am)
* Pre-K program starts at 1 pm (check in begins at 12:40 pm)Friday, November 13th (grades 3-5)
*3rd grade program starts at 9 am (check in begins at 8:30 am)
*5th grade program starts at 10:15 am (check in begins at 9:45 am)
* 4th grade program starts at 11:30 am (check in begins at 11 am)*****To ensure a smooth check in, we ask that you RSVP to GrandFriendsPPE@gmail.com by November 10th with the following information:
Name of grandfriend(s)
Name of student(s)
Name of teacher(s)
Grade of child(ren)VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are also still needing more volunteers to help during the program. If you would like to lend a hand, sign up here!
HERO PANTRY FOOD DRIVE
DONATIONS BEGIN MONDAY!
Please look out for a flyer in your Friday folders with grocery lists by house!
GRADE LEVEL PARENT PARTIES
3RD GRADE PARTY TO BE ANNOUNCED AFTER WINTER BREAK!
PRE-K MOMS NIGHT
1ST GRADE MOMS NIGHT
JOIN THE CHESS PROGRAM FOR 2ND SEMESTER
And special congrats to PPE’s Brandon Lau for qualifying for the state championship for the FOURTH YEAR IN A ROW!
FUNDRAISERS
ROAR STORE ONLINE IS LIVE!
PAINT THE ROCK IS BACK!
Paint the Rock: grab your brushes, we have an exciting new opportunity! Paint the PPE rock to share your Tiger’s special event! Sign ups are now open through December 19th.
UPCOMING FUNDRAISERS
PPE NIGHT AT NASHVILLE SC!
CHARLESTON WRAP IS LIVE!
MINTED HOLIDAY CARD DISCOUNT
How to Stay Connected
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