Bowen Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
Did you know that next week is officially Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week across the US?
We want to show our Bowen Elementary teachers and staff how much they are loved and appreciated! Will you help us?
Below is our plan for the week, along with ways you can contribute to making these experiences extra special. Thank you for your incredible support!
The Weekly Lineup
Day | Event | Description |
Monday | Coffee, Juice and Pastry Shoppe | We're starting the week strong! A refreshing coffee and juice bar along with some breakfast treats will be set up to greet staff as they arrive. Please consider donating $5 to cover the cost of coffee and juice |
Tuesday | Taco Shoppe | Let's "taco 'bout" how great our teachers are! We are hosting a catered taco lunch for all staff to enjoy on Cinco de Mayo!. Please consider donating $10 to cover the cost of Lunch for staff |
Wednesday | Candy Shoppe | A little sugar to get through the hump! We'll be providing a variety of candy and sweet treats in the teacher lounge. Please consider donating $5 to cover the cost of treats |
Thursday | Kindergarten Sponsored Lunch | Our Kindergarten families are taking the lead today to host a special lunch for the entire Bowen staff. |
Friday | Bowen Supply Shoppe | The staff lounge will be transformed into a "store" where teachers can "shop" for much-needed* classroom supplies donated by Bowen families! [Click Here for the Teachers' Classroom Wishlist] or consider donating $ to cover the costs. |
Also on Friday | Principal Appreciation Day! | Consider dropping off a note or card for Dr. Guzzi in her school mailbox. Let's thank her for her leadership at Bowen and to cheer her on as she heads to her new adventure! |
How You Can Help
Donations:You can donate funds by Venmoing PTO President Katherine (Kate) Cook - @Kate-Cook-18, last 4 of phone = 3393
Wishlist:If you'd like to contribute to the Friday Supply Shoppe, take a look at the teacher's wishlist here (though feel free to donate items from any other store or source)[Click Here for the Teachers' Classroom Wishlist]
Drop-off Info:All item donations can be dropped off at the school entrance on Thursday, May 7th (after 6 pm) or Friday, May 8th or (before 8am), Please do NOT ship supplies directly to the school.
Questions? Please contact the Bowen PTO at [Chair@bowenpto.com] or your classroom parent to make arrangements, ask questions, and/or help run some of these events!
Thank you for helping us celebrate the heart of our school!
*Here isa linkto a report regarding classroom supply butchers in public schools in America and how they often fall short, resulting in teachers having to purchase their own supplies.
