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School Year 2003/2004

The following guide gives brief descriptions on the many activities the PTA is involved with, and can serve as a resource when deciding what committees or board positions you may be interested in participating in.

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EXECUTIVE BOARD

Co-President *– Conduct and oversee all PTA matters for Hewitt and act on behalf of the Hewitt PTA on District related matters.  Interested parties should be able to devote a considerable amount of time preparing for and carrying out their duties; co-presidents attend 3-5 meetings per month.

1^st Vice President *– Sets up and oversees class parent program.  Chairs the teachers luncheon, Jenkins committee and nominating committee.

3^rd Vice President* – Co-chair for the Hewitt Fair and Field Day.

Recording Secretary *– Take minutes at all meetings of the Executive Board and General membership.  See that the minutes are presented for approval at each meeting.  Keep a record of attendance at all meetings.

Corresponding Secretary* – Conducts PTA correspondence, distributes mail, makes telephone calls to Executive Board regarding meetings and important information.

Treasurer *– Manages PTA funds/bank account, keeps an accurate and detailed account of all monies and pays bills.  (Experience in this field will make the position almost stress free.)

Council Delegate (2)* – Attends all council meetings and reports at Hewitt PTA meetings, brings concerns of our PTA to council, participation in council programs when asked or assigned.

Alternate Council Delegate* – Fills in for council delegates when they are not available.  Attends Board of Ed meetings and reports back to Hewitt PTA when necessary.

* Executive Position with a 2 year term.

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  Publicity – There are many newsworthy projects and events at Hewitt School. Work with teachers to tell our story through timely placement of photos and news items in the media.

SEPTA – Be the link between Hewitt PTA and SEPTA (Special Education PTA). Attend SEPTA meetings monthly and make timely reports at our monthly meetings.

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Arts in Motion (AIM) – This committee is responsible for bringing enrichment programs into the school for our children to enjoy. These programs cover the worlds of dance, art, music, science, literature and culture. Help select these performances by attending showcases arranged by District PTA and working with Mrs. Spencer and the teachers to provide shows to our students.

 Curriculum – This two-person committee is responsible for attending monthly meetings with representatives from each Rockville Centre school to discuss the ever-changing state standards and requirements. The information is then shared with the Hewitt community at the monthly PTA meetings.

Community Substance Awareness – Play a pivotal role in planning our annual "Red Ribbon Week." This group addresses issues that affect students of all ages. Attendance at four or more Drug & Alcohol Task Force Meetings a year is required.

Health & Safety –This committee plays a vital role in the protection of our children. Be a part of the team that addresses issues such as parking, bus safety, building security, etc. This committee coordinates several events. Bike Safety Day, planned in conjunction with the Rockville Centre Recreation Department, is scheduled for September. Coordination of the district Blood Drive held in the Spring is also required.

 Legislation/Bylaws – This committee includes an informational meeting about state PTA legislation. Present the new legislation to PTA members at a PTA meeting and bring the vote back to the District Council. Bylaws are updated every three years. A workshop is available from Nassau District PTA on how to properly update bylaws. Our bylaws are due to be updated in 2004.

Membership – This committee facilitates the first step in joining the PTA. This committee is responsible for issuing membership cards and collecting dues. Help us achieve 100% membership in the PTA.

Parenting Center – Introduce the Hewitt Community to various educational programs that support parents and teachers in raising children to become responsible individuals. Must act as a liaison between district parent center representative and report back at meetings.

 School & Community – This two-person committee can act as a liaison between the School Board and the Hewitt Community. Attend monthly Board of Education and PTA meetings to keep both informed.

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Reflections – Photos, essays, artwork, songs, poetry – all created by our children and based on a theme determined by New York State PTA. Distribute the information packets, collect the entries and set up the judging. The ball gets rolling in the late fall.

  Cookie Dough Sale – Coordinate the sale and distribution of cookie dough tubs.

Gift Wrap Sale – Two volunteers are needed to coordinate the annual gift-wrap sale. Sale begins in September and runs for approximately one month. All Hewitt students will be able to participate in this sale, with the proceeds earmarked for the fifth grade end of year trip.

Fifth Grade Picnic – Field day for 5^th graders! A last hurrah where children play games and have a barbecue with the long-time friends. Help serve the burgers, present the children with the souvenir T-Shirts and send them home with memories to spare and a special treasure – their Hewitt Yearbook!

Fifth Grade Moving Up – This is it, the culmination of the Hewitt experience. Pick out a theme for the afternoon, decorate the gym and set up refreshments. Most of our children have spent half their lives at Hewitt. Help make this moment the very best it can be!

Helping Hands – Coordinate fifth-grade community service projects after school with the fifth grade students (e.g. making sandwiches for the homeless; assembling wash cloth kits for shelters, etc.).

Note Cards – Coordinate the sale and distribution of note cards that students design with their own artwork. Great gifts for the holidays!

Pizza – Our pizza lunches are designated as a fifth grad fundraiser.

Sweats & T-Shirts – coordinate the sale and distribution of "official" Hewitt sweats and T-Shirts for the entire Hewitt community.

Yearbook – The school year in pictures, this is a priceless gem for children in the fifth grade. Be a part of the team that puts it all together by taking pictures or helping with the page layouts. An ideal committee for a fifth grade parent to chair.

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Box Top Collection – A volunteer is needed to coordinate the collection of box tops. The proceeds from box top collection will be used to benefit our students.

Fall Flower Sale – Coordinate the sale of beautiful fall flowers. Requires one-day distribution of flowers on school grounds.

Holiday Boutique – Our annual boutique is a place where the Hewitt student can purchase a special gift for the holidays. Parents are needed to help the children find just the right gift, as well as set up and breakdown of display tables.

Kindergarten Orientation – Held in May/June, this event is designed to give incoming kindergarteners and their parents a preview of Hewitt. Parents are needed to act as hostesses to our guests.

Picture Day – Know how to put a smile on a child’s face? Then we need you at Picture Day! Coordinate class and individual pictures at this one-day event that takes place in the early fall with a retake day in late fall. This includes organizing volunteers, distributing flyers and collecting funds.

 School Supply Packs – Help compile the teachers’ lists, send out and collect the order forms and distribute the supply packets. This committee’s work begins in late spring and culminates with the distribution in September.

Spring Plant Sale – Run by the fourth grade parents, this sale provides our parents with flats of plants, hanging baskets and other beautiful "nursery" items. This committee will coordinate the collection of orders and distribution of plants

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Fair – A fun filled fall day coordinated by the PTA’s 3^rd Vice Presidents and enjoyed by the entire community. The fair is an opportunity for every Hewitt parent to volunteer their time and energy to the PTA’s grand fundraiser of the year. This is our ultimate PTA extravaganza and a great day for all!!!! The 3^rd V.P.’s have a separate sign up as the day approaches.

Field Day – Rumored to be one of the very best days at Hewitt!! Planned by the Physical Education teachers and with the coordination of the 3^rd Vice Presidents and help from scores of parents, students spend a spring day engaged in fun and games. Parents can be team captains, game leaders or serve refreshments. Activities and themes are limited only by your imagination.

Girls/Boys Night Out – Alternating years, either boy or girl students and a guest get together for an evening of fun and games. Committee chairs coordinate the theme and volunteers for this fun event. (This year is the girls’ turn!)

 Yankee Doodle Circus – Coordinate a fun-filled day for the entire community. Outside circus provides the entertainment while parents are needed to sell advance tickets to three separate shows at South Side High School. In addition to sales, parents are also needed for baked goods sale and hot-dog stand.

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Cookie Days – Approximately once a month, help sell special occasion cookies to the students during lunch.

Ice Cream Days -Assistance is needed selling ice cream in the Fall/Spring at lunchtime during the warmer weather.

 PTA/School Directory – Be the one who puts the directory together in September. A form is distributed at "Back to School Night" (Sept.), requesting the name, address, phone number and e-mail address of each student’s parents. With the help of the Class Parents you compile the class directory and update the data in an established layout. Then all you have to do is enter the new kindergarteners’ information and distribute the finished product in Sept/Oct. Microsoft Excel is required.

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 Hewitt Garden – Have you noticed the beautiful flowers that have graced Hewitt’s lawn throughout the year? The students helped plant all of the bulbs and seedlings, which were carefully prepared by our Hewitt Landscapers. Come help for an hour in the fall and again in the spring.

Each year the PTA holds events that are not necessarily held on an annual basis.  The proceeds from these fund-raisers are used to provide additional programs/activities for our children.  Parents are encouraged to share new ideas with the PTA.  An Art Auction (October 3^rd) and a Theme Party (TBA) are on the slate for the coming year.  Look for flyers for these events in your monthly packet.

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 -Bagel Day                   C or P                     -Chicken Day    &nbssp;     C or P

-Cookie Day                  C or P                    -Hot Dog Day    &nbssp;     C or P

-Ice Cream Day             C or P                    -Pizza Day (5^th Grade fundraiser) C or P

-Turkey Sandwich Day   C or P

 5^th Grade (current 4^th grade parents) Committees

 -Coordinators of Fifth Grade (2) C

-Cookie Dough Sale  C or P                -Gift Wrap (2)   C or P