Muscles and Bakers Needed....

December 2.  How did that happen?  One day we're batting mosquitoes the next we're searching for a matching pair of mittens.  It seems impossible that we are already staring down one of the busiest times of year.

For the PTA, this is one of our busiest fundraising weeks since Fall.  We have Close Buy orders being delivered via a very large truck Wednesday AM that need to be checked, sorted and delivered to classrooms.  Our Holiday Scholastic Book fair is underway, through Saturday, which we are trying to staff with two shifts throughout each day, 9-3.  61 8-foot tables need to be set-up Friday afternoon which we are renting to vendors for our biggest Shop Til You Drop Craft Fair yet, (running from 9 to 1 on Saturday).  And we are seeking donations for baked goods for the Goodie Walk which will be going on at the Craft Fair (similar to a cookie swap, where patrons fill a container for $3 - a great gift idea or easy way to contribute desserts to upcoming Holiday parties)

It all seems pretty ambitious, doesn't it?  On the other hand, from years past, the positive feedback we have received in the process has encouraged us to keep delivering.  Although there is so much work behind the scenes, what we can promise as a result is that Saturday will be one of the most festive, community-driven days of the year, with Woolwich Central School at the heart of it all.

But there is still more work to be done.  We desperately need some assistance setting up some tables in the gym and cafeteria on Friday afternoon at end-of-day.  (around 3 or later)  Are you coming to pick-up your child/children on Friday?  Can you give 15 minutes to move a few tables?  Do you know someone who can?

Can you drop-off some baked goods at the school on Friday for the Goody Walk?  This means of help  is hopefully one that conflicts the least with work.

While it is the goal of the PTA to shed the image of the organization being solely a "fundraising entity" there are those times of year where it's necessary.  We are really excited that we recently approved and were able to fund transportation for the new Civil Rights team, and B-Team transportation for basketball (nearly $1500)  Perhaps your children have already benefited from this or will in the future.

This is one of those weeks where a handful of six parents can't make it all happen (though don't tell any of them I said that;)  It takes a village and if there is even 10 or 15 minutes of spare time for any Wildcat parents out there for moving tables, or an opportunity for some baking, please reach out by email at woolwichptc@yahoo.com.  We promise it will be worth it!

Wishing you a happy, healthy Holiday season.

Lorna Ryan, President