Astronomy & S.T.E.A.M. Night 1/9

Join us on January 9 at McGaugh Elementary from 5:15–7:15 PM for a PTA-hosted night of creativity, innovation, and family fun! Families are welcome to attend, but activities are designed specifically for McGaugh students.

WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS! Visit our Parent Volunteer Sign Up HERE.

Due to limited supplies and planned activities, this event is open to 125 McGaugh students and the sign up is full. Can't make it after all? Revise your sign up here.

JOG-A-THON IS ON!

McGaugh PTA's biggest fundraiser of the year is happening now and The Jog-a-thon Fun Run will take place on January 24 during school. Visit www.pledgestar.com/mcgaugh to register your Sea Lion(s) today. Click HERE or on the flyer below for more information.

Did you know you can support your student during the Jog-a-thon run on Jan. 24 by purchasing a YARD SIGN? Click here for more information.

PTA MEETING THIS THURSDAY 1/9

🗳️ It's Election Season for McGaugh PTA 🗳️

We need *YOU* to help identify people to fill our Executive Board positions for the 2025-26 school year.

We are seeking 7 PTA members—a mix of seasoned and newer volunteers—to serve on the Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee is a fantastic opportunity to take an active role in shaping the future of our PTA! By joining the nominating committee, you’ll play a key part in identifying and encouraging talented individuals to step into leadership roles that benefit our school community.

The Nominating Committee plays an important role in shaping our PTA’s future by identifying potential candidates for elected positions on the executive board for the upcoming 2025-2026 term. All positions are open for election. The committee will benefit with a balance of newer and experienced PTA members. Please note that no individual may serve on the committee for two consecutive years.

Nominating Committee Election Details:

At the Jan 9 PTA meeting, attendees will nominate themselves or others (nominees do not need to be present) to be elected to the nominating committee.
There’s no limit to the number of nominations.
PTA Members will elect 5 members and 2 alternates to the committee.
PTA members in attendance will vote by ballot.
The top 7 names with the most votes will become the Nominating Committee – it’s that simple.
Committee members are required to attend scheduled meetings which will be held between January 10 – February 5 to identify candidates for the PTA board positions for the next term.

Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or just starting to get involved, this is a meaningful way to contribute and make a difference.

If you are interested in serving on the committee or have questions about the process or time commitment, please email Emmy Harris at emiliaspealharris@gmail.com by January 8, 2025.

Please join us at the meeting and thank you for considering this opportunity to contribute to our PTA!

You must be a PTA member to serve in this role. (Not a member yet? Join here!)

Two PTA Reflections Winners Advance
We are pleased to announce that McGaugh has two students who have been awarded the "Award of Excellence" in the 2024 PTA Reflections "Accepting Imperfections"-themed Art Contest and will be advancing to Fourth District PTA for the next round of judging.

Adelaide Wade - Intermediate - Photography
Nonina Nomavuka - Primary - Film Production

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible Reflections Chair Carolyn Grayson and her team for their dedication and hard work in making this event a success. Special thanks as well to them for providing an after-school Creative Corner to support students as they worked on their art entries.

Click the picture below to see the creative video that was created by Reflections Chair, Carolyn Garyson, highlighting our Sea Lion winner’s submissions.