Originally delivered on 1/6/2025 9:41 am

SUBJECT: Mustang Monthly - January 2025

Murwood PTA
January 6, 2024

Happy New Year from Murwood PTA!

Welcome back, Murwood families! We hope everyone had a wonderful winter break, spending time in ways most meaningful to you. To those who celebrated winter holidays, we hope they were filled with joy and special moments.

As we kick off 2025, we’re excited about all the events and opportunities ahead! This January, we begin planning for our 2025-2026 PTA roles, which includes filling open Executive Board positions and securing committee volunteers. Our goals for the upcoming school year: meet our caregivers where they are, and ensure our PTA reflects the rich diversity of the Murwood community we serve. Interested in getting more involved? We've got something for you!

We’re also gearing up for some amazing events, including Disco Bingo, Multicultural Night, Murwood Science Fair, and our Havana Nights: Auction for Education!

There’s so much to look forward to, and we can’t wait to make this a fantastic year together. Let’s keep building community, celebrating diversity, and creating memories for our students and families.

Here’s to an exciting start to 2025! 

Murwood PTA Board

SHAPE THE FUTURE: PTA 2025-2026 PLANNING

Murwood PTA is about more than meetings and fundraisers—it's about building a fun, creative, and connected community. Whether it's surprising teachers with staff room treats, dancing to DJ Dave at the Fall Festival, or enjoying auction nights and socials, these events—and more—are made possible by our PTA.

Joining the Executive Board isn't as intimidating as it might seem, but we know it's not for everyone. That’s why we’re expanding opportunities to get involved in ways that fit a variety of interests and schedules, from committees to special events. 

Our goals are simple: meet our caregivers where they are, and ensure our PTA reflects the rich diversity of the Murwood community we serve.


HERE'S WHAT WE'RE WORKING ON

Building a Nominating Committee
Help us find candidates for next year’s PTA Board! This short-term volunteer role takes just 4–6 hours over two months. It’s a fantastic way to dip your toes into PTA involvement.


Preparing to Fill Open Board Positions
We’re looking for fresh perspectives to keep our PTA dynamic and inclusive. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or new to PTA, your ideas, experiences, and enthusiasm make Murwood thrive.

As part of our commitment to ensuring everyone in our community feels a sense of belonging and has opportunities to get involved in meaningful ways, we’re excited to introduce two new Board roles for the 2025-2026 school year:

VP, Family and Caregiver Engagement
Organizes caregiver socials, leads volunteer coordination, and plans staff appreciation and community service programming.

VP, Belonging
Focuses on celebrating Murwood’s diverse cultures, planning events like Multicultural Night, and ensuring our messaging and programs are accessible and inclusive for all.

VIEW OPEN POSITIONS HERE

Help Us Make 2025-2026 Murwood PTA’s Best Yet!
Ready to join the Nominating Committee, explore Board positions, or have a special skill or idea to share? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at
murwoodelementarypta@gmail.com.

YOUR TRADITIONS, OUR CELEBRATION!

Murwood PTA is thrilled to host our annual Multicultural Night on February 20, 2024, from 5:30-7 pm! It's a vibrant night celebrating all the cultures that make Murwood special.

This year, we're aiming to make the night even more immersive, and we'd love you to share your heritage to bring this event to life.


 WAYS TO SHARE YOUR HERITAGE:

Performances (dance, song, poetry, or any traditional expression) from our community

Interactive activities for families and kids to experience new cultures

Displays or food that highlight your heritage

*While we may not be able to incorporate every idea or volunteer role into this event, we’d love to hear from everyone interested! 

Ready to share? Please fill out our Murwood Multicultural Night Form.


Let’s work together to make this a memorable night that reflects the vibrant traditions of our community!

GET YOUR GROOVE ON: DISCO BINGO | JAN. 31st

Join us for a night of Bingo, Disco, and Prizes on Friday, January 31st from 5:30-7:30 PM in the MPR!

 It’s a FREE event for the whole family to kick off the weekend in style.

With lively bingo rounds and fun disco dance breaks, DJ Dave will keep the energy high and everyone entertained. Win prizes, show off your best disco moves, and enjoy an easy Friday night of family fun! Plus, grab a bite to eat from our no-host food truck while you bingo and boogie down!

SPRING 2025 ASE - COMING SOON!

We are excited to continue our After School Enrichment (ASE) program this Spring! Classes are still being scheduled and will be posted in January 2025. Stay tuned for the full schedule, enrollment eligibility by grade level, and cost per session!


In the meantime, please review Spring 2025 registration and session dates, and ASE Program Policies.

     Spring 2025 Registration Dates: January 13 - January 22, 2025

    Spring 2025 Session Dates: February 3 - May 2, 2025
*Please note that ASE will not be held on minimum days, staff development days, or holidays.*

LEARN MORE ABOUT ASE
ALL THINGS AUCTION

GET YOUR TICKETS BEFORE THEY'RE GONE!
Tickets are going fast--only 77 tickets, and two tables remain! Snag yours at the Early Bird rate before we sell out. Prices increase February 1st.  

To purchase tickets tap the invite, scan the QR code or click here!

DAY-OF VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED!
Help make this year's event a success. We’re still seeking enthusiastic volunteers to lend a hand with our biggest needs:

Auction Spotters: Help our Auctioneer catch every bid by keeping an eye on the crowd and signaling when someone raises their paddle. Your sharp focus ensures no bid is missed!

Decor Set Up: Help transform our space into a vibrant "Havana Nights" celebration. to life. We'll supply the decorations--just bring your energy and a helping hand! 

Guest Check Out and Venue Clean Up: Lend a hand for smooth closing and clean-up.

Raise Your Hand to Volunteer Here!

READY, SET, EXPLORE: SCIENCE FAIR 2025!

The Murwood Science Fair is happening on Thursday, March 6th, 2025!

This is your student's chance to unleash their curiosity, explore big ideas, and show off discoveries! Whether they team up with a friend or tackle a project solo, the possibilities are endless.

Murwood's Science Fair is a non-competitive event, all about having FUN while learning something new. From TK to 5th graders, everyone is encouraged to join the adventure.

Is your student ready to unleash their inner scientist? Here’s how to get started:

NOW: Students - start thinking about potential projects

Week of January 13th: Information packets go home

January 29th: Project proposals are due

March 6th: Science Fair! Students present their discoveries


A special shout-out to Murwood's amazing Science teacher, Mrs. Smith. This awesome event wouldn't happen without her genius and dedication.

 Let's make science exciting, creative, and totally Murwood!

               JANUARY 20               

MLK Day - No School

               JANUARY 21               

PTA Meeting| 6-7 PM | Zoom Registration

                JANUARY 31               

Disco Bingo | 6-7 PM | Murwood MPR

          FEBRUARY 13 - 17           

President's Day Weekends | No School

              FEBRUARY 20               

Multicultural Night | 5:30 - 7 PM | Murwood MPR

               FEBRUARY 25              

In- Person PTA Meeting | 6 - 7 PM | Murwood Library
Join us to discuss Murwood's site modernization 
plan (Measure J) with Superintendent Marie Morgan

              FEBRUARY 28               

Shortened Day | Murwood Bell Schedule

Stay Connected with the Murwood PTA App!

No matter how you prefer to stay in touch, we’ve got you covered! Whether it's through the PTA website, e-News, Mustang Monthly, or Instagram, we’re always finding ways to keep you updated. The Murwood PTA App makes it even easier to access important info and stay connected with our community.

The app is available for free in both the Apple App Store and Google Play. Download it today and never miss a moment at Murwood!

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