The Winning Trunk-or-Treat Car is…
Hi Miner families,
Friday was an exciting (and sugar-filled) night. Thanks to all the teachers, staff, and families who helped make Trunk-or-Treat a success. The creativity on display was unreal…and Barbie really stole the show. Most importantly, everyone had an absolute blast.
Check out the highlights and see the winning trunk on Instagram.
—The Miner PTO
Supporting our Community
Some families have reached out with concerns about how the government shutdown might soon affect SNAP benefits and have asked how we can support members of our community and neighborhood who may feel the impact. Miner has always shown up for one another in uncertain times, and we’d like to be ready to do so again if needed.
If you’re interested in helping coordinate or support an effort to provide assistance, please email us!
This Week: Uniform Donation Collection
Did you know Miner now has a Uniform Exchange? In partnership with Edgewood/Brookland Family Support Collaborative, we’re organizing uniforms on hand by size and type in clearly labeled bins, so if your student needs a uniform for whatever reason, we have them. Families can also bring in uniforms for laundering and swap them for freshly cleaned ones.
Starting Monday 10/27, we’ll begin collecting uniform donations using the same bins from Trunk or Treat candy collection; look for them at morning drop-off. If your child has outgrown uniforms or you’d like to clear out some closet space, please drop them in the bins outside the ECE building or in the main office.
Watch Dr. B show and explain the new system on this Instagram reel
What’s new with the PTO?
Our fall PTO projects are underway, and there are lots of ways to get involved—whether you’d like to lead a project or just lend a hand.
Paw Print Crews are focused on specific projects.
Events Crew has kicked off planning for Miner’s 10th Annual Holiday Market & Greenery Sale (Dec. 5–6). We’ll be looking for a few volunteers to help coordinate decorations, kids’ activities, baked goods, and general setup. Stay tuned for more info on ways to help soon.
Teacher Appreciation Crew meets tomorrow night (10/27) from 8:00-9:00p on Zoom. Reply to this email if you’d like to join us.
Fundraising Crew is looking for business sponsors for Miner’s Winter Glee Club Concert (tentatively Dec. 17). If you work for or know a business that might want to support the arts and celebrate our Miner community, please reply to this email. We’re aiming to raise about $2,000.
The Honey B’s are our one-time volunteers who pitch in for specific needs. Current needs:
Inventorying Miner apparel
Finding new or secondhand chairs for the teachers’ lounge
Fill out the volunteer form or just email us if you’re interested or can help with a specific task.
What makes Miner special?
The PTO helps bridge the gaps in DCPS funding so that Miner students can enjoy the kinds of experiences that make school feel like a special place to be.
This fall, we’re aiming to raise $1,000 from Miner families to keep field trips, classroom enrichment, and family events possible. That’s all it takes:
10 families giving $100, or
20 families giving $50, or
40 families giving $25
We know not everyone can give financially (and right now is extra hard for many), and that’s okay. Whether you donate, volunteer, or simply show up, you’re part of what makes Miner the kind of place kids love to come to every day. We appreciate you.
Donate via PayPal Giving Fund, Zelle (QR code on website), check, or Venmo. We prefer PayPal, Zelle, and checks as they are not assessed extra fees.
Upcoming Dates
October: National Principals Month (Send a quick thank-you note to Dr. Broquard)
This Week: Monday, Oct 27 – Fri, Oct 31
Spirit Week
Uniform Donation Collection
Monday, November 3
Records/Wellness Day: No school for students
Wednesday, November 5 (6:00-7:00p)
PTO General Meeting @ Miner Cafeteria/Virtual
Tuesday, November 11
Veterans Day: No school for students, teachers, and staff
Tuesday, November 18 (5:30-6:30p)
Monthly Local School Advisory Team (LSAT) meeting (Virtual) - all are welcome to join.
Wednesday, November 26 - Friday, November 28
Thanksgiving Break: No school for students, teachers, and staff
Wednesday, December 3 (6:00-7:00p)
PTO General Meeting @ Miner Cafeteria/Virtual
Friday, December 5 & Saturday, December 6
Holiday Market & Greenery Sale (details to come)
Need a Plan for No-School Days?
HoopEd is hosting All Sports & Games Camps at Miner for upcoming no-school days and winter break.
Fall Days: Nov 3 & 26
Promo code: CAPHILL for 25% off (through 10/31)
Winter Break: Dec 23, 26, 27, 30, 31 Promo code: SNOWBALL for 25% off (through 10/31)
Open to ages 5–13 | Aftercare available
Learn more & register
Scroll down to ‘Camps’ and/or filter by ‘Miner Elementary’
Want to Chaperone Field Trips?
Clearance is required for any volunteering with students, and the process takes a few steps, so start now:
Clearance Application + Guide
If you’d like to submit an announcement or community news, please email minerpto@gmail.com. Submissions are reviewed and approved by the Miner PTO.