Back to School Greetings from the PTO Board
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Dear Miner Families,
Back-to-school season is here, which means fresh pencils, new routines, and those first “how was your day?” stories (...or complete silence).
The Miner PTO exists to bring parents, caregivers, and staff together to support every student at our school. We help fund enrichment opportunities, create spaces for families to connect, and work with school leadership to make Miner an even stronger, more equitable community for all of our kids. Whether you can give your time, ideas, or resources, your voice matters here. If you want to get involved this year, please fill out our Volunteer Interest Form.
As we get ready to start the school year, we also wanted to introduce your 2025–26 PTO Board:
President: Nick Kushner, PK4 & 2nd Grade Parent
Vice President: Laura Swanson, 2nd Grade Parent
Treasurer: Chris Santulli, 1st & 2nd Grade Parent
Secretary: Liz Miller, PK4 & 1st Grade Parent
Teacher Rep: Mr. Jason Yoho, Kindergarten
Principal: Dr. Carrie Broquard
As a board, our goal is simple: keep Miner’s families connected, our events well-supported (and fun), and our resources working for students and staff.
Here’s what’s coming up soon:
Back-to-School Bash [Friday 8/22] – Volunteers Needed!
Our first event in collaboration with the Miner admin team is the Back-to-School Bash on Friday, August 22, 3:30–6:30 PM. We’ll have activities for families, a chance to meet other parents and staff, and our PTO Spirit Wear table will be open for purchases—including both adult and kid sizes.
>> If you can help with set-up, clean-up, or selling spirit wear, please sign up here: [Sign-Up Link]
PTO Meetings – New Wednesday Schedule
This year, PTO meetings will be held on the first Wednesday of the month from 6–7 PM, starting Wednesday, September 3. The first meeting will be in-person only, and all following meetings will have a virtual option. Meetings are open to all parents, guardians, and staff—just show up to join the conversation.
Help Name Our New Bear Mascot on Instagram
We have a new Miner Bear mascot, but it needs a name. Follow @miner.pto on Instagram and add your suggestion to our naming post. We’ll take ideas through the first week of school, then post the finalists for a community vote.
We’re looking forward to a great year together. Thank you for being part of Miner’s community. Please feel free to contact us at minerpto@gmail.com with any questions or ideas.
Warmly,
The Miner Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Board