GET READY FOR CGES PTA BINGO NIGHT!

When: Thursday, March 30th 6:00PM-8:00PM

What: The PTA is hosting a BINGO NIGHT! There will be FOOD, RAFFLES, special guest appearances by a few of our CGES teachers, and... LOTS and LOTS of PRIZES.

Bingo cards, raffle tickets, and food are all available for pre-purchase by scanning or clicking the QR code above. The final day to order your cards online at a discounted rate is Friday, March 24th. Purchases will be available at the door while we have seats. It is anticipated that this will be a POPULAR event, so get your cards now. We only have 200 spots available!!

Where: Hallie Wells Middle School

How to Help: Please consider volunteering during Bingo Night so that we can ensure a smooth and fun event!

News & Upcoming Events

The CGES PTA Nomination Committee is now accepting PTA Officer Nominations for the 2023-2024 school year. Click HEREto nominate yourself or someone else! There is a description of each position available on the nomination form. Please read each job description carefully. Of you have any questions, you can email Mrs. Hirschhorn at karina_m_hirschhorn@mcpsmd.org.

Sales have started for the 2022-2023 Yearbook!! You can order HERE!

Do you have photos for the yearbook? Click HERE to upload!

Any questions can be directed to Ivy Doss, CGES Yearbook Chair, at yearbook.cedargrovepta@gmail.com.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND....

If you missed the opportunity to get your Spirit Wear in the fall, or you just want to add to your collection, we have opened sales again, and with a NEW company. Show your bear spirit with all NEW CGES gear! There will be a $7 shipping fee due to the items being directly shipped to your house instead of being sent home from school. Click HERE to shop! The online store closes March 22nd at 11:59PM! Let's see that school SPIRIT!

Dream Dinners

When: Last day to place your order is March 3, 2023

What: For just $60 you will get 3 delicious prepared meals to take home and enjoy with your family! $10/order will be donated back to the school. You will be able to pick up your orders on Thursday, March 9th between 4:45p and 5:15p

Where: CGES Lobby

Spirit NIGHT!

When: Tuesday, March 14th from 11am - 10pm

What: Come and join us for our March SPIRIT NIGHT! Manhattan Pizza is generously donating 20% of proceeds back to the school. Don't forget to mention Cedar Grove Elementary when you order, or bring this flyer to the restaurant to ensure your order goes towards the fundraiser.

Where: Manhattan Pizza - 23221 Stringtown Rd, Clarksburg

Cultural Arts Assembly

When: Thursday, March 16th during school hours

What: CGES will host a Cultural Arts Assembly featuring Karim Nagi: ARABIQA! Drums and Dances from the Arab World. You can find more information HERE!

Where: CGES

apex funrun!

When: April 11th-20th

What: The much awaited Apex Run is BACK and BIGGER THAN EVER! Get your running shoes ready. The countdown starts NOW!

Where: CGES

Other Important Information

Classroom Parents & Teachers

For making the Valentnie's Day Celebrations so special!

Mrs. Annie Kim & Kavita Patel

For leading and organizing Family Paint Night!

Janet Remsnyder

For her efforts as Teacher Appreciation Chair!

Cecilie Olsen, Debi Voiner, and Mrs.Karina Hirschhorn

For volunteering as the PTA's Nomination Committee!

Introducing the CGES PTA WhatsApp!

Do you want to be able to connect with other parents/caregivers in your child's grade? Communicate about class events? Share news...?

The PTA has been working hard to find a way to help make this happen..., and NOW YOU CAN! We are excited to introduce the CGESPTA WhatsApp! In just a few easy steps, you'll be able to chat with other parents.

Step 1: Download WhatsApp on your mobile device

Step 2: Click HERE

Step 3: Join the CGESPTA WhatsApp "Community"

Step 4: Request to join your Grade "Group" (ie Kindergarten, 1st Grade, etc...)

Step 5: Start chatting!

Create your CGES PTA Website Account Today!

The Cedar Grove PTA website is your go to source for all things PTA! Get information about membership, events, programs, meetings and much, much more. It is your one-stop shop to be In-The-Know.

Creating an account on the CGES PTA Website allows you to access the entire site including the Cedar Grove Family Directory (members only), volunteer opportunities, PTA listserv and information on how to get involved.

PTA membership is not required to create an account.

JOIN the PTA today!

We are a stronger community when all families join and actively participate in the PTA.

The PTA provides programs on strengthening family-schoolpartnerships, and free resources for members on issues and areas such as STEM and health & safety.

Be a part of a powerful association that can advocate on behalf of children and educators at the local, state and national levels.

Get Involved!

When adults volunteer, all students benefit! There are many opportunities for parents and community members to get involved! Your help is needed! Log in to your account and see the many opportunities to volunteer!

Next PTA Meeting

Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 7:00 PM on ZOOM

Join us for our March PTA General Meeting! Please click the link below for the meeting agenda. We hope to see you there!

MEETING AGENDA LINK

Join Zoom Meeting

https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/81213899154?pwd=UVFVYjhXaEdNd2g3a0ZmN1AxRGhMZz09

Meeting ID: 812 1389 9154 Passcode: 030869

NO APRIL PTA GENERAL MEETING

Mark Your Calendars

Friday, March 3

Early release day for students

Tuesday, March 7