City PTSA - Welcome

We are coming up on the end of the final trimester of the school year...so once again, the Exam Shack Committee is putting out the call for donations of drinks and snacks that help carry our students over the top. Please consider bringing in something that can be easily served to students on the run between their all-important finals.

Please contact Exam Snack Chair Deena Cook at 453-5251 or at brcooker@hotmail.com to let her know how you can help.

It's the last time we will be bugging you 3 times a year (yay!) so please do what you can for our students. It certainly does make a difference.

Thanks much.
Exam Snack Committee

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 02:03 PM | Permalink

The final pies have been sold and the #1 Pie Seller can officially be
awarded to .....Emily Witte!

The race to win the cash prizes was a very close one ~ it went back and
forth between 3-5 students, but Emily made a big push the last weekend of the sale
and on the last day, turned in an order for 17 more people who wanted 1-2 pies each,
bringing her total to 54 pies!!

#2 spot went to Natalie Glatz who also got busy when the sale was extended
and sold 14 more pies, for a total of 44 pies sold.

Great job ladies and happy spending!

There were many students who sold over 20 pies and it goes to show
that single pie sales can definitely win the game!

FYI~ The quantity of pies sold for City alone was 587! We've received some
rave reviews about how delicious the pies are, so my hint for those of you
who sold this year....keep your list for next year. You'll have some happy
people when you call them to order again!

Best of all, everyone from all the schools had a great time working together while raising money for their individual programs.

Teri O'Driscoll
City PTSA That's A Lotta Pies! Chair

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 10:24 AM | Permalink

We need a crew of City folks to help make sure Fountain Street Church is left in the same condition it was in prior to the graduation ceremonies on Thursday June 3. Clean up would start about 8:00 pm and take about 30 minutes, if we have a good crew.

If you are able to help, please contact Sara Potyraj @235-1237 or sj1potyraj@comcast.net

Posted by sj1potyraj@comcast.net at 12:52 PM | Permalink

Parents, students, and other volunteers: we will be making the courtyards even more beautiful and functional on Saturday, May 15, 9 am to noon. Please join us to plant flowers, assemble a picnic table and bench, weed and mulch. Come when you are able. Snacks will be provided! Direct questions to Elise Tripp, 735-3841 and elisetripp@yahoo.com

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 10:43 AM | Permalink

What a week! And what a game! One has to wonder what CIty would be like with a varsity basketball team.
A shout out to all who participated in the events of the entire week, helped with setups and volunteered dozens of hours.
A special thank you to Matt Dreisbach, because without his determination, we would not have had the scoreboard working.

Thanks Everyone!

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 10:15 PM | Permalink

** High Priority **
** Reply Requested When Convenient **

Dear GRPS Stakeholders:
I am writing to invite you to a very important event that we are hosting for students, parents, staff, and all community stakeholders to discuss how GRPS can continue to build upon our school improvements and educational reforms, while at the same time implementing the changes that will be necessary to address the financial challenging facing the district and meet the needs of the 21st Century learners.

In follow up to our Futures Summit last November and the information provided in the March 10 State of Our Schools address, your participation and input is again important to help us develop our new instructional model and develop a plan that maintains our positive momentum.

WHAT: GRPS Futures Summit II

WHEN: Saturday, March 20, 2010
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

WHERE: Ottawa Hills High School
2055 Rosewood SE - Grand Rapids, MI 49506

WHO: Open to students, parents, GRPS staff, media and community members.
Child care will be provided.

To watch the video from the State of the Schools address and learn more about the instructional model concept, please log onto the GRPS web site: www.grpublicschools.org.

Thank you for your consideration and prompt response to this invitation. I ask that you please RSVP to Tara Rietberg at 819-2197 or email at rsvp@grps.k12.mi.us. I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,
Bernard Taylor, Jr., Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 09:51 AM | Permalink

In a rare display of bipartisan cooperation, the PTSA Pepperoni Pizza Party has voted to give up its geographical high ground in the cafeteria and combine forces with the Sophomore Sausage Sellers, all in the effort to bring pizza to the masses at a significantly reduced cost to the American public.
When interviewed, PTSA Party spokesperson Wayne Glatz said, "Hey, if we can set aside our differences and join forces, why can't Congress?"

This fracture erupted years ago when the 2 parties found themselves at the SAME table during an officially-sanctioned band concert, both selling the SAME flavor of skittles in an effort to offset the mounting school funding deficit.

It further escalated when the 2 were again thrust into the awkward situation of having very similar coupon books.. within earshot of each other. "We just couldn't cross the aisle and work with the opposition then', Glatz said. " It was very competitive at that time in our party's long, proud history...and our constituency wouldn't hear of it!"

Those days appear to be over as the 2 will sell pizza and pop TOGETHER, unified to serve the public needs of pre-game hunger and thirst. Never understated, when reached for comment, the Sausage Sellers spokesperson, Ms. JoeAnne Peterson was quoted as saying, "This is a giant step forward to help bring unity to our school...and the world. After all, WE ARE CITY FAMILY."

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Posted by Wayne Glatz at 03:55 AM | Permalink

Spirit Week is upon us, and that can only mean one thing. Seeing all of our teachers run around in gym shorts!
Yes... the annual Homecoming Basketball game is this Friday, 3/19. Tipoff is at 6pm...more or less..

So if you are wondering how you are going to squeeze in a meal after work, PTSA has the answer! Why not join us for dinner in the cafeteria before the game. Not a potluck, no messy crockpots to carry into the bleachers, but a meal provided by us, at a price similar to the dollar menu at McDonald's!

We are still working out the details, menu included, but count on joining us for food, conversation and NO dishes, at the City PTSA Pre-Game Meal Deal, this coming Friday 3/19, from 4:30-6:15pm.
No RSVPs allowed. Just be there!

And if you have a desire to be on the other side of the serving line (volunteer??), please contact Wayne Glatz wayneaglatz@comcast.net about helping out.

The (Soon-To-Be-Forming) City PTSA Pre-Game Meal Deal Committee

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 12:29 PM | Permalink

Thanks to everyone who contributed exam snacks for the 2nd trimester finals. They were much appreciated by our students! Since there is 1 more trimester to go, we will be asking everyone to contribute something in May. Also, the junior class will be having MME exams on March 9-11. These are very important exams for their future college plans, so we may need additional snacks and drinks for those days also.

Your support is greatly appreciated...and very worthwhile as our students continue to outperform ALMOST the entire state! (we were #2 for the last 2 years!---just behind the International Baccalaureate World School in Bloomfield Hills!!!)

A special shout-out goes to Deena Cook for organizing snacks for our kids.

Thanks again...from the City PTSA

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 01:46 PM | Permalink

City PTSA directories and membership cards were distributed to students via first hour teachers this week...and SHOULD be finding their way home in their backpacks.

If they didn't voluntarily give them up, please check backpacks and folders. Check the cards for errors and let Ted Bonarski know as soon as possible at tbonarski@comcast.net

We apologize for the lateness of the directory and are working on alternatives for next year.

Thanks much for your patience.

Wayne Glatz
City PTSA President

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 04:01 PM | Permalink

Our City Nights, City Lights Auction is Friday, March 26, 2010, and it is the largest school wide fundraiser for the year. We need City parents to help by securing donations or making a donation of your own. Below are some ideas of popular items. Please download the following file and return it to the office by February 26, 2010.
Download file

* Gift certificates for car washes, Blockbuster, local restaurants, stores, etc.
* Are you an artist? Donate some of your artwork.
* Do you knit? You could donate a custom made item, like a scarf, hat or mittens.
* Write a tax deductible check, to help cover expenses of the auction (i.e. postage, marketing supplies, thank you notes).

Posted by kim_waalkes@yahoo.com at 07:41 AM | Permalink

Looking for kids to organize elementary school-aged kids' activities, everything from face painting (a favorite, of course) balloon art, paper-based crafts, interactive games, etc., March 18th Thursday 5:00pm - 9:00pm. during the
Mulick Park Elementary Fun Night at the Woodland Mall Barnes & Noble.

Bring ideas to the table! And spread the word... a percentage of B&N purchases (including cafe sales) get allocated to Mulick Park Elementary as part of a book fair that day.
Contacts: Sloth I (616) 475-5532 mulickpark@slothwerks.com
and Amy Lyman (616) 443-0333 talyman@comcast.net

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 04:18 PM | Permalink

The acts have auditioned..the program is being designed...and the nights are booked. Get ready for the 4th Annual City High/Middle Variety Show, January 28-30. This show features some of the most talented students in the city....YOU!

Tickets are only 5 bucks and student activity passes will be honored. There will also be a wide variety of refreshments available in the lobby before the show and during intermission, provided by City's finest clubs and organizations.

So make it a night (or 3!) out and plan to be at the City High/Middle Variety Show January 28, 29 and 30. All shows start at 7pm.

Come support your school!

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 07:12 AM | Permalink

The 2010 Annual City PTSA Auction, City Nights, City Lights, has a new date and place - Friday March 26, 2010 at San Chez Tapas Bistro's 3rd floor, downtown on Fulton St .

Come enjoy a night out on the town while supporting City PTSA and our students - mingle with friends, munch on San Chez' delicious hors d'oeuvre and bid on d a wide selection of donations . A cash bar will also be avalable.

Tickets are $20. and will be sold at upcomnig City events or by contacting Sharon Hayward sharonhayward@comcast.net or Wayne Glatz wayneaglatz@comcast.net

Space is limited so be sure to make your reservation or purchase your tickets early. And if anyone has an item or service for donation, please contact Kim Waalkes kim_waalkes@yahoo.com

Thanks for your support of City and the students!

The Auction Committee

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 12:21 PM | Permalink

It's time to ready your act! The first round of auditions for the City High Variety Show was December 16 and Thursday December 17...and we had a good turnout of some really talented students. AND NOW, WE NEED YOU!
A second round of auditions is scheduled for Wednesday January 6 and Thursday January 7.

Auditions are open to all City students, grades 7 - 12, and will be held immediately after school in the multi-purpose room. We welcome any act, singing, dancing, comedy, drama, music, you name it, we'd love to see it. So..get your act together and come join the fun!!

Acts chosen will perform at the Variety Show, January 28 - 30.

Posted by akuipers@telereports.com at 09:08 AM | Permalink

Don't miss your chance to shop for unique, innovative, and handmade gifts for the upcoming holidays!
This is a truly remarkable collection of artists who incorporate recycled materials in their work.

Check out http://slothwerks.com/recycled-art/ to view a few of the artists joining us.

Recycle + Reuse = Remarkable Art. Admission is just $1 per person.

Teri O'Driscoll has been working hard to make this unique event happen and is looking for volunteers to help set up Friday and staff it Saturday. The Seniors will have coffee and delicious snacks available too. For more info, email grcityptsa@gmail.com

Tell your family and friends to come and enjoy unhurried browsing during the 1st Annual Recycled Art Market and support City students!

We Recycle Everything.....Even This Post!

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 11:14 AM | Permalink

On November 3, 2009, the Grand Rapids Board of Education and City PTSA is asking the voters in the City of Grand Rapids to consider a non-homestead millage renewal of up to 19 mills for a period of eight years.

If approved, the cost to city homeowners is $0 because the tax levy is on non-homestead property (industrial, rental and commercial). It is not a tax on homes owned by occupants and used as their primary residence.

The 18 mill levy generates $29,000,000 in local revenue...nearly 14% of the district's operating budget and provides funding for textbooks, technology, teachers, classrooms, instructional support, and the overall operations of the district

PLEASE VOTE YES on this important renewal. The loss of $29, 000,000 on top of the cuts being proposed by the state legislature would be devastating to GRPS, and force massive cuts to the school budget.

REMEMBER, for the average homeowner, the cost is $0. Homestead property is not subject to the 18 mill tax.

For more information, please read this fact sheet or go to the GRPS website.

Help preserve our schools for the sake of our children's future. Please pass this information along to everyone you know as this issue is too important to be voted down!!

Thanks for your support .
Wayne Glatz
City PTSA president

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 07:30 AM | Permalink

We have a new school-wide record for grants submitted!

22 student-authored grants were hand delivered this Tuesday to the Grand Rapids Community Foundation by City PTSA's Grants Chair Marissa Gonzalez, who organized the project.

These mini-grants of up to 500. each are awarded by GRCF for classroom needs. In addition to the student mini-grants, GRCF also awards:

*INDIVIDUAL CLASSROOM TEACHER GRANTS OF UP TO $1,000 for individual or classroom
projects.
*TEAM OR DEPARTMENTAL GRANTS OF UP TO $2,000 for team or departmental projects that show
evidence of cooperative planning and teaching.
*BUILDING GRANTS OF UP TO $5,000 for building projects that will benefit the entire building.
*CROSS-SCHOOL DISTRICT GRANTS OF UP TO $10,000 for new projects that promote collaboration
and serve students in both the public and private school setting.

Mr. Hovenkamp reviewed the student grants and said that many were very well written.

Additionally, John Tindall authored a Teacher Grant for $1500 for his Broadcasting & Journalism class.

We can expect to hear back around Thanksgiving as to which grants will be funded. Congratulations and many thanks to all who participated and we look forward to seeing the results!!

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 07:07 AM | Permalink

"nuf said!

Be in school tomorrow! The September count represents 75% of the per pupil amount we receive from the state. The other 25% comes after the February count.

The legislature is about to take $218. from GRPS (yes, that includes City) per student. DON'T LET THEM TAKE MORE!!!

See you in school tomorrow.

Thanks!

Wayne Glatz
City PTSA president 2009-10

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 03:38 PM | Permalink

Two key City PTSA chairs are still open--the Communications committee chair and the Fundraising chair. But they won't last long (hopefully!).

Or you could have the same title as Joe Biden---without the hassles of having secret service follow you around. Both Vice President positions are also open.

If you have a passion for helping shape the future of our school, please consider helping out.

Thanks and see you all Thursday!

Wayne Glatz
City PTSA president, 2009-10

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 01:10 PM | Permalink

a CHAIRpersonship, that is! We have filled most of the City PTSA Committee Chair positions for this year and committees are being formed BUT, there are still a few key chairs left. There are 2 open vice president slots on the Executive Committee, the Nominating chair, the chair of the Communications Committee and the chair of the newly formed Transportation Committee. The Fundraising Committee is in dire need of a chair and it seems that this is the toughest one to fill. I have received numerous great fundraising ideas, but they really need a chairperson to coordinate all of them and to get a committee in place. No surprise that we (City PTSA) are getting asked to help financially in more and more areas..hence the importance of getting this one going.

Continue reading "Grab One Before The Music Stops..." »

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 09:49 AM | Permalink

Michele Lussky, a City Middle parent is looking to start a Soprts Boosters Club at City. She has volunteered to organize this group for the support of our organized sports teams. Anyone interested in joining this effort, please email Michele at devoelussky@yahoo.com. She will also have an information table at the City PTSA Annual Potluck this Thursday...so stop and say hello and get on board to help.

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 09:31 AM | Permalink

SAVE THE DATE:
1st Annual Recycled Art Show
Saturday November 7th 2009
9a-3pm
GR City High/Middle School

Plan to join us for the first art show in
this area to feature artists who incorporate
any kind of recycled material in their art...
All artists will be selling their work.

Think of it as a Recycled Artists Market...
It will be a great opportunity to find some unique
handmade gifts!

***If you are a City student or parent who is
interested in participating in this fun event, contact
City parent Teri O'Driscoll at teriodriscoll@gmail.com for more information.

Posted by teriodriscoll@gmail.com at 07:00 PM | Permalink

Parents of Seniors: The Senior All Night Party planning committee is forming and wants to extend an invitation to all who wish to help make graduation night an evening our seniors will never forget.

Please join us on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at City High school, (location in school to be announced). Come and see how you can lend your talents to this grand endeavor.

Phone or e-mail Alice Christensen at 245-3456, thegr3@sbcglobal.net or Annette Witte at 458-6198 jawitte5@ameritech.net for any questions.

We hope to see you there.

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 10:00 PM | Permalink

The PTSA Building and Grounds Committee is looking for volunteers (parents, students, and staff) to assist in the further transformation of the school courtyards. A $5000 Lowes Toolbox for Schools grant will pay for materials, but we need YOU to make it happen! Please contact Elise Tripp at 735-3841 or elisetripp@yahoo.com to express your interest in participating in this exciting project this fall. Specifically, we need the following assistance:

Continue reading "COURTYARD ALERT!" »

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 09:44 PM | Permalink

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR WELCOME BACK POTLUCK & OPEN HOUSE!! 9/24/09

-Can you donate a couple bags of ice??
-Can you loan an ice cooler for the night??
-Can you help with decorations and set up??
-Can you help clean up and put away supplies afterwards??

Please call Nikki Steed at 780-8627

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 09:21 PM | Permalink

We are short on exam snacks for finals this week, probably due to the addition of the third trimester. If you are able to donate any snacks like granola bars, cheese and crackers, bottled water or other single serving snacks, please contact Deena Cook (453-5251) right away. Please help our students to end this transition year strong!

Thanks for your help.

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 06:38 AM | Permalink

Parents, guardians and adult family members are encouraged to help with Earth Day projects at City on Wednesday, April 22, 2009. Some of the events include courtyard clean-up and planting trees with high school students plus planting native flower beds with middle school students. Volunteer adults, along with staff, would help students complete these beautification projects.

The high school projects take place from 8:45 to 10:45 a.m. and the middle school projects are from 12:15 to 2:00 p.m.

If you are interested in helping, please contact Mrs. Potyraj at 819-6256 or email at potyrajs@grps.k12.mi.us with your name, contact info (phone & email) and what project you would like to be involved in.

ADULTS NEED TO REMEMBER, WE ARE ONLY BORROWING THE EARTH FROM OUR CHILDREN. PLEASE COME JOIN US ON EARTH DAY.

Posted by Kate at 04:20 PM | Permalink

Check out the "Fundraising" section of this website. On the right-hand side you will see General PTSA Forms, and beneath that, you should find Reimbursement Voucher and Deposit Voucher listings. Just click either of those and fill out the form as directed. If you need to know what part of the PTSA budget your item is related to, click the Current PTSA Budget listed there as well. Be sure to include receipts, invoices, etc., as directed by the forms. This will take the burden of chasing down this information from our Treasurer and ensure a faster turn around for reimbursements. If you have further questions on the forms or PTSA financial information, please contact our treasurer, Nick Duesbery, at cityptsatreasurer@mac.com. Thanks for making PTSA work for everyone!

Posted by Andy Bowman at 04:13 PM | Permalink

If you are interested in seeing the many ways to get involved at City High/Middle, check out the 2008-09 PTSA Committees, Events, Projects and Activities list by clicking here. All committees and various other project or event groups can use your help throughout the year so look the chart over and choose something that suits your talents or just looks interesting. The contact person indicated is either a chairperson, coordinator, or organizer and would love to hear from you.

Also, we are still looking for someone to chair our Nominations Committee so if you are interested, please contact Andy Bowman, 364-9631.

Posted by Andy Bowman at 05:12 PM | Permalink

City High/Middle is looking for a parent of a 7th or 8th grade student who can meet with school staff about marketing City High-Middle School. They are planning a meeting for November 20, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.at City.

Please contact me ASAP by e-mail (andrewebow@aol.com) me or phone (364-9631) if you are interested and I will pass your name along to staff.

Thanks!

Andy Bowman, PTSA Pres.

Posted by Andy Bowman at 01:49 PM | Permalink

Need Volunteers please,
Debate / Forensics is Selling World's Finest Chocolate at Conferences
Thursday, October 23 and Tuesday October 28 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Please consider volunteering before or after your students conference or for a couple hours either night.
"The more people volunteer and less hours anyone person has to work

contact Diann Hay at 616-454-0768 or email gdjshay@sbcglobal.net

Posted by Diann Hay at 03:46 AM | Permalink

Selling World's Finest Chocolate

During Conferences on Thursday October 23 and Tuesday October 27 from 4 pm to 7 pm.

Please consider selling a few candy bars before or after your students conferences. The more people that volunteer the less each person has to volunteer. Remember, "The More Money we Earn Now the Less Money we Pay Later".

Please Call Diann Hay @616-454-0768 or email gdjshay@sbcglobal.net

Posted by Diann Hay at 04:06 AM | Permalink

The High School Student Council needs parents to chaperone the Halloween Dance on Friday, October 31 from 6:30pm-10:30 pm. Four to five parents from each grade are needed to successfully cover all areas. Help is needed at food tables, shoe storage room, checking parking lot and grounds, securing doors and hallways and assisting students while they wait for rides after the dance. The dance area will be covered by STAFF ONLY.

With parent help we will again be able to have a great Halloween event. Please call Linda at 819-2380 or email at griegerl@grps.k12.mi.us if you can help.

Posted by at 10:48 AM | Permalink

You don't need 'em today...or even next week...but you will!
Those great , warm City hoodie sweatshirts will be on sale Thrusday at the Fall Potluck. Embroidered with the City High/Middle Logo, we have a limited number of mediums and larges on hand for instant gratification. OR,we will take orders for delivery in October. Either way, you can have you name placed on the back for $5. extra. Our vendor says he will do the customization in 1 large batch only, so pick up or order yours Thursday. They are $25 for s/m/l and $30 for XL.

The Fundraising Committee

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 04:16 PM | Permalink

On Tuesday, April 22, City High Middle School celebrated Earth Day by walking to the park it has adopted, Huff Park. Once there, some students took water samples and surveyed the park for future projects. Parents were asked by the PTSA to send in paper cups, water and snacks for students. THANK YOU to the parents who sent those things in! Not enough snacks were sent in to be given out so we are reserving those snacks for exam week. So, if you sent in snacks, you have already made your contribution for exam week! THANK YOU! Ask your student how the rest of Earth Day went.

Posted by cityviews at 11:02 AM | Permalink

City High Middle Spring Conferences are next week! The school will provide drinks and typically, the PTSA provides snacks and cookies. If you are a student or parent who would like to assist at the snack table please email me DeniseBpip@aol.com and let me know (phone 281-0751). If you would like to send in some cookies for the event, please send them in to the school office (with a note for School Secretary, Linda Grieger, not to sneak any ahead of time!)

Conference dates and times:

Tuesday, March 18- 5-8:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 20- 4-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 26- 2:30-5:30 p.m.

Posted by cityviews at 04:34 PM | Permalink

SAVE THE DATE AND DON'T BE LATE!

You won't want to miss CityPTSA's biggest annual fundraising event!
Invite your family and friends to join you for a fun filled evening....silent auction, live auction, entertainment, refreshments, carnival games and more!

City is the place to be March 15. Come enjoy an evening with friends and support your school.
The ONLINE CATALOG provides a current listing of items to be available at the City High/Middle Auction. Printed catalogs will also be availabe at the registration table at the Auction. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. $5 for adults and $2 for students (take some extra cash for coffee, desserts and games).

Your CityPTSA Auction Committee.

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 10:06 AM | Permalink

Hello, my name is Audrey Johnson and I am a senior at City.
City High's Prom will take place on May 24, 2008 at the East Grand Rapids Community Center (on Reeds Lake). In order to save money, student council has only rented the facility from 6 PM to 11:30 PM rather than the whole day. Because the dance will take place from 8 PM to 11 PM, student council members have asked for parent help in setting up, so they can still enjoy pre-Prom activities. In order to make it as simple as possible the students have created layouts as to exactly how the room should appear. If you have a heart for decorating and preparation and are available the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend, please notify me as soon as possible. We are in need of a group of 6-8 willing parents.

Also, Student Council has decided to "self-cater" the desserts for Prom. The menu will consist of punch, brownies, Swedish fish, gold fish crackers, and blue M&Ms. If you would rather bake or donate any of the desserts please let me know.

You can reply to me at walkyortalk@yahoo.com.
My home phone number is 616-453-4513.
Please contact me as soon as possible!

Thank You for your time,
Audrey Johnson

Posted by Denise Blair at 11:18 AM | Permalink

Auction Tip of the Week--Home Parties

Have you had a party recently? Do you know someone who has their own business? Check and see if they would like make a donation to the auction. It will help City High/Middle students and promote their business too!
Print the donation letter as a receipt and drop all donations at the school office.
http://www.cityptsa.com/PDFS/AuctionDonationLetter2008.pdf

Sign up early for the dinner/auction at the City High/Middle Homecoming Dinner and Game!
This year's event will be held in the gym so it will be even bigger than last year. And check out the slides of some of this year's donated items during the Homecoming Dinner in the Multipurpose room.

Remember, the Silent Auction begins at 6pm, Live Auction at 7pm March 15
Only $5 for adults and $2 for students

Auction Tip: Plan your winning auction strategy early!
The EARLY RELEASE CATALOG provides a current listing of items to be available at the City High/Middle Auction..

See you there!

Your CityPTSA Auction Team

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 02:39 PM | Permalink

Auction Tip of the Week

Let's go out to eat!

Are you on your way grab an auction letter...simply ask your server or the restaurant manager if they would donate a gift certificate to the auction. It is easy and painless - honest!
And thanks for supporting our PTSA auction.

Remember, the auction is March 15. Silent Auction begins at 6pm--Live Auction begins at 7pm.

And, did I forget to mention that the cost is still only 5 bucks per person, 2 bucks for students.

If you have acquired a donation, please print this letter http://www.cityptsa.com/PDFS/AuctionDonationLetter2008.pdf as a receipt and drop all donations at the school office.

AUCTION ALERT: Early release of the current Auction Catalog is now available! Click here for your own PDF copy.

CityPTSA Auction Committee

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 04:07 PM | Permalink

And the wheels on the car go round and round.

It's true! Spring IS only a little over a month away and that means getting our cars back in shape.
Car wash, oil change, new wiper blades, rotate the tires...next time you're having your car serviced ask for a gift certificate, product or service for our PTSA Auction. Remember, ANY time you make a purchase from a local business, it is an opportunity to pitch them for a donation to the auction and to help support City High//Middle.

We want to make this the biggest auction CIty has had and it takes everyone's help....whether serving on a committee, helping with gathering and distributing the donated items, or most importantly, coming March 15 with friends and family and enjoying the evening as we support our great school. You might even pick up a good deal on something really useful!

If you are out seeking donations, please print the donation letter http://www.cityptsa.com/PDFS/AuctionDonationLetter2008.pdf as a receipt and send in or drop all donations at the school office.

Thanks for helping make this event a BIG success!
Your CityPTSA Auction Committee

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 10:26 AM | Permalink

Calling all parents to help support the PSTA annual fundraiser to make this the biggest and best event ever - we need your help!

You have never worked on an auction? You are not sure how you can help? You do not have much time? NO PROBLEM! It is easy. Anywhere and everywhere you go there are donor opportunities.

First print a few of the donations letters http://www.cityptsa.com/PDFS/AuctionDonationLetter2008.pdf and keep them handy.
Then when you frequent local businesses, just ask if they would be able to donate - a gift card or a product or service and give them a copy of the letter as a receipt.

Drop the donation at the school office.

Then, the really fun part.

Invite your friends and family to come to the auction and join the bidding action at both the silent auction tables and the live auction, play the carnival games and enjoy the tasty refreshments and entertainment.

Everything is set, - all we need is you!

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 09:52 PM | Permalink

Attention All City High Middle Parents!

We we will be holding our first official Auction Meeting on Tuesday, November 13, 2007, 7:00 PM. We are meeting at the Media Center at City High/Middle School.

We hope to do some major brainstorming over this year's Auction and, being our largest school fundraiser, we need to gather as many brains as we can get! Also, be sure to bring your calendars so you can join up with one or more of our several Auction Teams.

Don't miss this chance to help create the best Auction City has ever had! If you have any questions, please feel free to e-mail Chairperson Rose DeBie or call 364-9631. See you Tuesday!

Posted by Andy Bowman at 07:25 AM | Permalink

For those of you able to help with the City PTSA/Younkers Fundraiser, Younkers Community Day November 10....
It's official... we're scheduled to cover 1 area in the store (minimum of 2 people) from 10a-12p, and 2 areas in the store (minimum of 4 people) from 4p-6p Saturday November 3 to presell books.
The $5. coupon books are 100% profit for City and contain great discounts, including $10, off any $10. or more item. I have spoken to other parents who have done this and it was a big success.
As an extra incentive, EVERY VOLUNTEER RECEiVES 2 FREE BOOKS!
Contact either Marissa Gonzalez (marissa.gonzalez@sbcglobal.net) or Wayne Glatz (wayneaglatz@comcast.net) for more details.

Posted by Wayne Glatz at 08:18 AM | Permalink

Thirty six hard working parents, students, and City High staff transformed the northern and central courtyards on Saturday, October 13th. Many thanks go to Michigan State University Horticulture Department for donating 40 shrubs; Valerie Mann for donating sedum, mums, and hostas; Elise Tripp for donating purple coneflower, sweet woodruff, and dianthus; Sue Hoane for donating mums; and the Kilbourne family for donating a dwarf cherry tree.

And thanks to all the workers for their diligent efforts: Sara Potyraj; Elise and Hannah Tripp; Stacey Hartley; Rachel Schrotenboer;Scott and Emily Bennett; Samantha Vredeveld;Taylor Ferguson; Ann Marie Brown; Kamil Hernandez; Alec Cadman; Collin Carey; Charles and Casey LaRue; Luwam Abraham; Denise Blair; Mike, Caben, and Elena McKendrick; Alice Nguyen; Wendy Fielder; Sue and Tom Hoane; Ted, Serena, and Frances Bonarski; Deb and Brooke Eastham; John Barbatono; Valerie Mann; Hailey Koprowicz; Sharon, Nick and Josh Music; and Ann, Jim and Nolan Quinn.

Posted by Elise Tripp at 09:25 PM | Permalink

We are in need of chaperones for the Halloween Dance on Saturday, October 27 from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. We need parents to supervise the shoe storage since this will be a sock hop, work at the food and drink tables and help with games in the multi purpose room. This is gonna be fun!

We know you are a valuable resource and we cannot run this dance without your support. Please call (819-2380) or email Linda at griegerl@grps.k12.mi.us.

Your continued support is what makes City High-Middle School successful!

Thanks,

High School Student Council Officers

Posted by Denise Blair at 09:41 PM | Permalink

The High School Field Day was a gorgeous, sunny day. If you are a parent looking for a fun way to vounteer next year, be sure to remember this (but we can't garantee another day like that!). Julie Zinderman jazinder@comcast.net will be chairing that Committee again. She would like to thank the following parent volunteers: Terri Spaulding, Anne Reimink, Deena Cook, Ann Kuipers, Carol Cronan, Denise Blair, Tracy Snedecker, Amanda Lowe, Mark and Gloria Hoffman & Carrie Johnson. Thank you's also to the parents who showed up to share the day with us.

Posted by Denise Blair at 11:43 AM | Permalink

Shawmut Hills Elementary Harvest Party
Tuesday October 16
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm (or parts thereof)

Duties would involve setting up, helping with refreshments, art activities, pumpkins, and scarecrows, and finally cleanup.

Please contact Gloria Cangelosi 454-6234 or 819-5606 or email her at MCange9397@aol.com

Posted by Andy Bowman at 07:08 AM | Permalink

Here are two volunteer opportunities:
1. I am hoping to enlist the help of some of the young people from City High on my campaign for the city commission. We walk on Saturday mornings and we'll have a ward wide literature drop on November 3, the Saturday before the election. Students are welcome to help any time.
If some of the City students want to help on November 3, they should meet at 8:30 a.m. at the corner of Wealthy and Diamond, have some juice and donuts and then go out door to door. Each group does about 2 to 3 hours of walking door to door to drop off a piece of literature. There is no door knocking on the November 3rd date. Please email me if you would like to volunteer: ruthkelly@yahoo.comI would love to give the students an opportunity to experience some grassroots campaigning.
Thank you,
Ruth Kelly

2. Grand Rapids Symphony: (There's plenty to choose from!)

*Classical 2: Dvorak’s New World Symphony 10/5/2007 1:00pm- 3:00pm
needed:6 volunteers to set flowers in place for subscribers.
*Classical 2: Dvorak’s New World Symphony 10/5/2007 7:00pm-9:00pm
needed:2 Side Outdoor Greeter
*Classical 2: Dvorak’s New World Symphony 10/6/2007 1:00pm- 3:00pm
needed:6 volunteers to set flowers in place for subscribers.
*Classical 2: Dvorak’s New World Symphony 10/6/2007 7:00pm-9:00pm
needed:2 Outdoor Greeters, 2 Parking Ramp Greeters, 2 Subscriber table

Continue reading "Volunteer Opportunities" »

Posted by Denise Blair at 09:25 PM | Permalink

The PTSA thanks City parents, Brent and Deena Cook for offering to organize snacks and drinks for all of us Conference goers. Parent, Anne Reimink, has offered to staff the snack table during one conference evening. HOWEVER, we are looking for some more folks to:
1. Staff the snack table (make sure drinks and snacks are available). OR
2. Bring in a package of cookies, crackers, granola bars, veggies and dip, etc.--whatever sounds good to you!
If you can help, please call Deena (453-5252 or 813-8269) or email her and let her know what you can do. brcooker@hotmail.com
Conferences are Tuesday, Oct 9:5-8 p.m., Thursday, Oct 11:4-7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct 17:2:30-5:30 p.m.

Posted by Denise Blair at 08:57 PM | Permalink

Attention parents, students, and staff! Do you like to get your hands dirty? Save this date: October 13, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is the date of the Fall Work Day at City High Middle. We will be digging, weeding, planting, and mulching in the central courtyards. Bring gloves and hand tools (shovels, trowels, clippers, wheelbarrows, etc.) Also, gardeners, if you have any perennials to contribute, please contact Elise Tripp at elisetripp@yahoo.com or 735-3841. The work day rain date is October 27.

Posted by Kate at 01:03 PM | Permalink

I'm looking for someone to organize snacks and drinks to have available during parent teacher conferences. This person would find someone to set up drinks (coffee, water or other drink), and arrange snacks (likely cookies and/or crackers) for each conference night. There is a list from last year of oodles of parents who offered to bring snacks, etc. for such events. We could also ask (Okay, sometimes we get right down and beg!) for helpers in the Pulse. If you an are organizer, this is your job! Please contact me if you are interested. Pay is negotiable (Yeah, when pigs fly!). DeniseBpip@aol.com

Posted by Denise Blair at 10:56 PM | Permalink

Friday, September 28, is High School Field Day! PTSA starts the morning off with cider and donut holes for the High School students. We need volunteers to "chaperone" the students playing sports by being available to them in case someone needs assistance. Helpers are needed all day. You can work from 8:00-noon or come at noon and work until school dismisses @ 2:00 . If you 'd like to volunteer or you know of a family member willing to donate some time to City High, please contact Field Day Chairperson, Julie Zinderman at 453-9324 or jazinder@comcast.net This is an outdoor event.

Posted by Denise Blair at 09:55 PM | Permalink

I would like to thank the following City folk for helping PTSA during registration/orientation:
Ted Bonarski, Wendy Shick, Andy Bowman, Laura Nawrot, Amy McGlynn, Wayne, Ethan and Natalie Glatz.
If you have a suggestion on how to improve the orientation & registration process for next year, please email me with the details denisebpip@aol.com Thank you!

Posted by Denise Blair at 08:57 PM | Permalink

This year, City High Middle School is asking each family to contribute 10 volunteer hours to our School. There are many ways to volunteer. You can read the Pegasus Pulse each week to find something that might interest you, whether it is helping out with the High School fall field day, delivering exam snacks in January, attending a PTSA meeting, assisting a teacher for a special project, or helping out on the Auction committee. Those are just a few examples! Amy McGlynn, a City parent, has created the Volunteer Log Book and it is ready to start filling up with all of our good work!

Continue reading "Attention all City Families:" »

Posted by Denise Blair at 07:14 PM | Permalink

I'm looking for some folks to help in the following ways:

1. Obtain snacks for PTSA meetings and special events (either buying, baking, or calling parents who signed up to bring snacks).

2. Learn about this website and publish entries.

3. Help create booklets for Committee chairs.

If any of these sound like fun to you please let me know! Thank you! Denise Blair 281-0751 or DeniseBpip@aol.com

Posted by Denise Blair at 06:42 PM | Permalink

If you are available and would like to help out with registration, please look over the options below and email me to let me know what you can do:

1. Bring drinks or snacks for registration (you choose what to bring--whatever you might like to be snacking or drinking while standing in line in school with no air conditioning!).

2. Assist at the PTSA table at any time during registration on the 27th, 28th, or 29th. 8:30--11:00 every day, and noon-2:00 on 27th, noon-3:00 on 28th, and from 1:00-3:00 on the 29th.

3. Assist School Counselor Danielle Ralston during any of the times listed above.

Email me @ DeniseBpip@aol.com THANK YOU!

Posted by Denise Blair at 03:03 PM | Permalink

City's Drama/Forensics/Debate Parent Group (aka Drama Boosters) met on Monday, August 13, 2007. With everyone pitching in, students will enjoy a growing set of Speaking Arts opportunities! Read meeting Minutes and place the next meeting date (9/29) on your calendar! Please stop at the Information table during Orientation.

Continue reading "Drama/Forensics/Debate Parent Group" »

Posted by at 10:29 AM | Permalink

We all know that every City student must complete 20 hours of volunteer/community service hours each school year. This year, City High Middle School is expecting each parent/family to complete 10 hours volunteering at City.
Research has shown that parent involvement equals student achievement. When there is a strong home-school partnership, not only do students benefit, but parents, teachers, principals, and the community benefit too! The more parents are involved, the stronger the home-school partnership. The message to parents and families is: "We welcome you. We need you."

Once school starts, look for a large notebook on the counter in the school office. You can log your hours there. If you are not sure what to do for your volunteer hours, be sure to stop at the PTSA table at orientation/registration and read the Pegasus Pulse throughout the school year for some fun ways to volunteer.

Posted by Denise Blair at 10:43 AM | Permalink

Thank you to all the generous parents who donated snacks for the conferences. They were very much appreciated by staff and parents (and students) alike.

Posted by at 11:07 PM | Permalink

The YWCA, located at 25 Sheldon, SE, would love to have junior or senior students to help in the child care room. The hours available are typically Monday through Thursday from 3 pm to 8 pm. Please contact Julie Schaefer-Space at 459-7062 ext 119 or email her at jspace@ywcawcmi.org

Posted by Kate at 09:30 AM | Permalink

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is looking for volunteers to help prepare mailings, data entry, and to work on special projects. They will also be having the MS Walk on April 28th in East Grand Rapids and also the W. Michigan MS150 Bike Tour on June 9 and 10. They are located at 2020 Raybrook, SE, #204. Please contact Tim Sluiter at 942-5505 ext. 13 or at tim.sluiter@mig.nmss.org

Posted by Kate at 09:20 AM | Permalink

Blandford Nature Center is in need of high school volunteers tohelp with their Sugarbush Festivals the weekend of March 17/18.

Continue reading "Blandford Volunteers" »

Posted by Kate at 08:28 AM | Permalink

Earn volunteer hours at Aquinas College. Help train teachers by simulating a high school classroom for six teachers who are being video-taped.

Continue reading "Simulate A Classroom for Volunteer Hours!" »

Posted by Kate at 08:14 AM | Permalink

The 2007 High School Forensics Season is about to begin. The Handbook and Commitment Form will be distributed this week. Read more...

Continue reading "Forensics Competition Season Begins" »

Posted by at 11:20 PM | Permalink

We like to offer the students a snack consisting of a drink and a bite to eat between the exams that take place the three half days next week. We need your help. Donations are needed to have enough supplies to offer to over 500 kids for three days. Suggested items include: water bottles, juice boxes, snack crackers, snack chips, granola bars, some of the kids even like fresh fruit. Check with your student to see what they might like. Items should be prepackaged in individual sizes. This is for health reasons as well as storage. Drop off your donations at the school anytime next week. We can use them Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Any extra items are saved for the exams in June as the expiration dates allow. Any questions, please contact Terri Foley at 364-6173 or terri.foley@comcast.net. Thanks for your help.

Posted by cityviews at 08:44 AM | Permalink | Comments (1)

There will be a Legislative Debate Tournament in the mulit-purpose room (down the stairs and to the left at City) on Wednesday, December 13th from 4:30-6:30 p.m. You are invited to this event.

Continue reading "Legislative Debate Tournament - Dec 13th" »

Posted by cityviews at 12:49 PM | Permalink

There may be some confusion this year over the volunteer forms used by both GRPS and our own City High/Middle PTSA. The PTSA form was distributed at the beginning of the year in your student registration packet. Click here to download this form. It was intended to allow all parents to sign up for various volunteer opportunities that occur throughout the year. The GRPS form is new this year and is intended to "certify" any volunteers in GRPS and to issue them an ID card demonstrating that they have been approved to be in any GRPS school as a volunteer. Click here to download this form.

This year these forms were totally separate and you need to fill them out separately. Maybe next year we can clarify this better at the beginning of the year. Please be advised, however, that any persons volunteering at any GRPS school needs an ID card and you need to submit the GRPS form to receive one. The form should be returned to the City High-Middle offices. If you need more information on this, feel free to contact Membership Chair Andy Bowman andrewebow@aol.com or Linda Grieger, City High-Middle Secretary griegerl@grps.k12.mi.us.

Posted by cityviews at 11:50 AM | Permalink

Students and Parents... Check here for ongoing listings for City PTSA volunteer opportunities.

Continue reading "School Volunteers" »

Posted by cityviews at 11:30 AM | Permalink | Comments (3)