welcome, thunderbirds!

 

Our PTA is a dedicated group of parents, teachers, and administrators who work together to provide resources and programs to all families in our school community.

 

The PTA supports the quality of education at Trailwood Elementary with strategic investments in curriculum materials, enrichment and instructional programs, and general support of our community that directly enhance the school's mission of excellence for all Trailwood students.

     

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Welcome to Trailwood PTA!

 

Happy 2025, Thunderbird families! Your Trailwood PTA is here with amazing events, activities and programs to support our fabulous community throughout the 2024 - 2025 school year. 

 

Check back often for all the details on upcoming events! We hope to see you soon!

 

Questions about the PTA? Please feel free to reach out to PTA President, Lori Tritsch! 

        

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flower sale update

 

If you ordered plants and flowers at our annual sale, THANK YOU for supporting Trailwood Elementary!

 

You can pick up your plants on May 9th at Trailwood by signing up for a time using the link below. This helps us to sort your orders and expedite the process for pick up! Pick up will be on the north side of the building off of 95th Street. There will be bus traffic at some points through the day, but if you are able to, pull up through the circle in front of the school.

 

If you are picking up an order for someone else, please make sure you include the first and last name of the person in the comments section.

the carnival is coming!

 

Don't miss this fun Trailwood tradition of games, rides, inflatables and more!

 

Carnival wristbands are $15 each and will be available online until noon on Wednesday, April 30th. Wristbands purchased online and by the deadline will be sent home with your oldest child on Friday, May 2nd. After this time, you may purchase wristbands only at the PTA table at the carnival. Only those wishing to participate in the carnival activities need a wristband. Parents of small children that need a riding companion do not need to purchase a wristband in order to ride along.

 

Food will be available for purchase from Pizza 451, Taco Naco, Tasty Unicorn, and Funnel Cake trucks.

 

We want every child to enjoy these fun events, and we also understand that financial challenges happen from time to time. Please feel free to use the promo code "Trailwood2025" when checking out, and you will not be charged for your wristbands.

 

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get your party tickets!

 

We have SO MANY fun parties planned for this spring and summer; you won't want to miss out! Wondering what amazing events will be happening soon? Check these out!

 

For the Kids:

All Grade Level Parties (Various Spring and Summer Dates)

 

For the Adults:

Progressive Dinner (May 3rd)

Pickleball Tournament (May 17th)

Senioritas and Sangrias (September 13th)

 

Purchase your tickets TODAY at the link below!

 

 

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spring bogo book fair

All students will have the opportunity to shop our BOGO Book Fair during their library specials time, as well as after school until 4:00 pm each day in the library. The Book Fair will not be open before school.

 

Students may purchase books with cash, credit cards and e-wallets. Parents may set up an e-wallet and find out more information at the link below.

 

 

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thank you, Trailwood! 

 

 

 

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year's Trivia Night! What a fantastic evening of raising important funds for our school and enjoying time with our amazing Thunderbird community! 

 

Final numbers are still rolling in, but we had an incredibly successful (and fun) event! Whether you purchased a ticket, bid on items in our live or silent auction, shared information, helped to put together a grade level basket, helped with set-up, or offered to be a party host, YOU contributed to our PTA's mission of supporting the students, families and staff of Trailwood Elementary. We couldn't do what we do without you!

 

We'd also like to give a big shout-out to our dedicated Trivia Night committee members! Planning for this event begins months in advance, and we are so appreciative of their time and energy. Please give the following individuals a big thank you the next time you see them: Lori Tritsch (chair), Jamie Reasons, Katie Culbertson, Terri Delimont, Heidi Saunders, Rachel Ciordas, Jennifer Pontier, Jennifer McCabe and Andrea Hoover.  We'd also like to extend our thanks to the following individuals for their help along the way: Cara Peterson, Mr. Lawrence, Shereen North, Danny Boresow, Matt Weiss, Rachel Crabb, and Catie Ebert. In addition, we'd like to express our appreciation to our room parents and party hosts for their support!

 

Let's also recognize our WONDERFUL auction sponsors! 

 

Primetime Sponsor:

Kansas City Mom Collective (Trailwood Parent - Sarah McGinnity)

 

Sitcom Sponsors: 

Travel Magic by Leigh (Trailwood Parent - Leigh McCabe)

200 Main Vintage (Trailwood Parent - Tobe Reed)

 

In Kind Sponsor:

Price Chopper

 

     

 

 

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1st semester mini grants awarded

 

Thanks to your continued support of Trailwood PTA, we were able to award four mini grants, totaling $1425.00, to staff members. Mini grants are typically larger projects (up to $500) and provide additional support to our students in a variety of ways in the classroom. Here are some of the mini grants awarded to Trailwood staff members this fall!

 

Fine Motor and STEAM Supplies

Hexbug Nano Bugs

Cooking Supplies

Reading Buddies

 

Mini grants are just one of the many ways in which your donations impact our students!

 

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thunderbird bowl-o-rama

 

  

Our 2nd Annual Trailwood Thunderbird Bowl-O-Rama was a huge success! We had a great time at Ward Parkway Lanes where we hung out with old and new friends, enjoyed lots of bowling fun, and raised funds for a new gaga ball pit!

 

Thank you to all who contributed to this cause by purchasing tickets, being an event sponsor, making donations and/or entering our raffle! We had a fabulous evening and are looking forward to a new gaga ball pit for our students coming soon!

 

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dining partners

 

Dining partner events are amazing ways to support Trailwood while also enjoying some delicious food and supporting our community partners.

 

Do you know of a business that would be interested in learning more about the dining partners program? Please reach out to Lori Tritsch, if so!

 

And, be sure to check out the information below for details on other great ways to give back!

 

   

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cafeteria volunteers needed

 

Whether you can help a little or a lot, we’d love to have you as a cafeteria volunteer this school year! Your time commitment is only one hour, but it makes a huge difference for our students and staff. Responsibilities include opening drinks and food packages and assisting our lunchroom aides.

 

Together, we can create a positive mealtime experience for all! See the sign up below!

 

 

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MEMBERSHIP and yearbook sales happening now

 

You can support the amazing work of our PTA by purchasing a membership! Becoming a member does not obligate you to attend meetings or volunteer (although, we’d love to have you!). Your support allows us to provide our students, staff and families with a variety of fun and educational opportunities here at Trailwood!

 

You can also purchase your child’s yearbook and pay their yearly activity fee here. Yearbooks are a fantastic way for kids to reminisce on all the fun they had at Trailwood Elementary and will be delivered in May.

 

Click on the link below for all the details!

 

 

 

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Chair a committee

 

 

 

We still have a few committees in need of chairs for the 2024-2025 school year. Please reach out to Lori Tritsch if you have additional questions or are interested in being a volunteer.

    

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donate to the pta

 

 

Want to further support the work of your Trailwood PTA? Follow the link below to make a donation of your choosing!

 

Thank you for your generosity!

 

      

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Volunteer as a wingman

 

Calling all Trailwood dads and father figures!

 

This fall, please consider taking a half-day or full-day out of your busy schedules and spending some time in your child's classroom as a Wingman! This is a great opportunity to interact with the kids and see what they do every day! Your schedule will vary depending on the needs of the day, but you can plan on spending most of your day with your kiddo(s) in the classroom, on the playground or at specials.

 

Volunteers can choose the dates and times (half-days or full-days) and can float between classrooms (if more than one child is attending Trailwood). Be on the lookout for a SignUp Genius coming soon!

 

Please contact Leif Peterson with any questions. 

 

 

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    become an mvp and make a difference

 

 

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2024 - 2025 PTA MEETINGs

  

We hope you'll join us for our next PTA meeting of the year on Thursday, March 13th, at 8:15 am in the Band Room.

 

Please come with your questions about everything Trailwood. Our monthly meetings are great opportunities to get to know each other and find out more about our fabulous community! Everyone is invited to attend! Children are always welcome!

 

We hope to see you there!

 

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HAVE YOU UPDATED YOUR DIRECTORY INFORMATION?

 

 

Now is the perfect time to make sure your contact information is up-to-date! Keeping your directory account updated ensures that you receive important PTA information throughout the year and helps you to connect with other Trailwood families during the school year and summer months. Not sure how to do this? Just click on the link below for instructions!

 

 

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