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6th Grade Memory Book

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Dear Browning 6th Grade Parents,

It’s hard to believe our children are leaving Browning Elementary!  It seems like yesterday we were so excited for them to start Elementary.

Each year a Memory Book is created with the help of all the parents.  It is also funded by Browning PTA.  I have volunteered to be the chair person this year with the assistance of PTA members and parents.

We would like to make this book very special so we need all of the Browning 6th Grade Parents support.  What we need are pictures of your sixth graders.  Digital images work best.  If you could dig through your pictures, this is what we are looking for:

  • Individual Class Kindergarten picture
  • Any fun images taken during any Browning Events or during school
  • One image of your child doing something fun the summer before starting 6th Grade

To keep things organized I have created an email account and Shutterfly account specifically for the Browning 6th Grade Memory book.

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CHILD’S BACKPACK FOR INFO REGARDING UPLOADING PICTURES.  Or send an email to [email protected] and details will be sent to you directly.

DEADLINE: March 10th, 2013 Please have your images uploaded as soon as possible or no later than March 10th 2013

If we do not receive any images of your child he/she will not make some of the pages in the Memory book.

If you are not able upload digital images to the site they can be scanned.  Please email me at [email protected].

Thank you !

Renee Zoltowski
[email protected]

Dear Browning 6th Grade Parents,

It’s hard to believe our children are leaving Browning Elementary! It seems like yesterday we were so excited for them to start Elementary.

Each year a Memory Book is created with the help of all the parents. It is also funded by Browning PTA. I have volunteered to be the chair person this year with the assistance of PTA members and parents.

We would like to make this book very special so we need all of the Browning 6th Grade Parents support. What we need are pictures of your sixth graders.

“It takes a Village!”

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 Welcome Back to School Browning the Best students & staff!  This year, we will be encouraging our students to explore the world!  In so many ways, the world is their canvas so we hope to help broaden their horizons by introducing them to different cultures, languages, customs, etc.!  Please join us for the many family fun events &/or help us incorporate this theme into activities throughout the school year.   Keep an eye out for our monthly newsletters, check the PTA bulletin board outside the office, &/or visit our website (www.browningpta.org) for a listing of upcoming events!

One of our highest priorities as a community is our children and their education.  Supporting your PTA is just one step you can take to help our students, staff, and school succeed.  We have a lot of fun and educational activities planned this year to supplement the classroom environment.  Just a few examples include:

  • Field trips
  • On-Site Learning Opportunities
  • Balloon Launch
  • Pumpkin Patch
  • Donuts with Dad/Muffins with Mom
  • Support School Clubs (i.e. Recycling, Student Council, Junior Honor Society, etc.)
  • Picture Lady Program
  • Assistance with items not covered in the dwindling school budget (i.e. classroom needs, staff appreciation, 6th Grade Graduation, service/safety squad, etc)

By sharing ideas about programs, activities, and opportunities that benefit our children, we can strengthen the connections between our children, parents, staff, and the community.  TOGETHER, we can make a difference.

Every parent, student, and staff member at Browning Elementary is a member of the W.B. Browning PTA!

What is the PTA?

The Browning PTA is a local group of concerned parents, students, teachers, and staff dedicated to improving the learning environment and strengthening the connection between home and school.  Our focus is to provide opportunities for parents and teachers to work together to support the education & social well-being of all of our students…..NOT just fundraising!   It is our goal to build the kind of community where everyone feels welcome, valued, and a part of the “team.”  In 2012/2013, we hope to provide outdoor learning environments for students, staff, & families to enjoy (i.e. trails, gardens, new playscapes & fitness equipment, and much more.)Burke Playground IN-2113

Why should I get involved?

Research shows that when parents get involved in their children’s education, good things happen.  Grades go up, test scores go up, and discipline problems go down.  Children with involved parents are more likely to graduate and go on to higher education.  Schools with strong parent involvement are more successful, and teachers report it’s a much better working environment.

There are many reasons to get involved. Here are just a few examples:

  • I like to have a voice in school decisions that affect my children.
  • I get the chance to meet and share ideas with other parents & the Browning staff.
  • I can help bring opportunities to the students that they may not otherwise have.
  • It keeps me updated with information about the school.
  • It shows my kids that school is important & worth my time.

EVERYONE WINS WITH ENTERTAINMENT BOOK FUNDRAISER!

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Parents save money & our school raised much needed funds (>$6,000) for PTA sponsored projects like off-site learning opportunities!  Entertainment Book proceeds account for 20% of PTA income so your support is greatly needed & appreciated!

Top selling students are eligible for great prizes!

The  2012 Entertainment book will be sent home with your child the 1st week of school.  More info to follow……..

Many thanks to Sue Medina & Dawn Neubacher for co-chairing this profitable fundraiser!

Questions?  Please email them at [email protected] or  [email protected] .

Kroger Rewards Program

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Kroger Rewards Program

Please re-enroll to continue earning money for Browning Elementary in the Kroger Community Rewards Program. All participants must sign up for the program in order to earn funds for our group during 2012-2013. Even those of you who signed up for Kroger Community Rewards earlier this year must re-enroll to continue earning rewards during the coming year, 05/2012 to 05/2013.

It’s easy for you to enroll or re-enroll in Kroger Community Rewards. Please visithttp://www.kroger.com/mykroger/018/community/Pages/community_rewards.aspx, click on “Michigan” and click on “Enroll” to register for the first time and “Re-enroll” to re-register. All participants must have a valid online account at Kroger.com and must sign up online to participate. You can no longer scan our group’s barcode at the registers or service desk to re-enroll.

Thank you for your support!

One Night – Support UCS Sports

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Support UCS Junior High Sports

Please help support Utica Community Schools Middle school athletic program by attending a fantastic fundraiser.  One Nigh will be held at the spectacular Palazzo Grande Banquet Center.  To reserve your ticket for this important special event  Contact us here

Entertainment

  • Raffles & Prizes
  • Local Sports Celebrities
  • ** Includes Entertainment, Dinner & Drinks
  • Dress: Business/Casual/Cocktail
  • Time: 5:30 – 11:00 PM

one night

To reserve your ticket for this important special event  Contact us here

Browning Day at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill

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The Browning PTA is excited to offer our families and friends a new event-

“Browning Day” at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill!

On Saturday October 20th from 10am-5pm, Browning families will receive the special price of $7.95 ( a $2 per person savings off the regular price of $9.95) for the Cidermill Barnyard Funland All Day Pass which includes:

New Straw Mountain

Barnyard 500 Tricycle Track

Animal Petting Farm

Giant straw maze and jump

Cornfield Maze

Storybook Barn

Bunnyville

Mr. Bone’s Apple Picking Truck

Haunted Village & Black Hole

Train Ride

Pumpkin Jump

** All New Jumping Pillows**

Hayride to the Pumpkin Patch

• For more information on activities please visit our website at www.blakefarms.com

Support Our Sports

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SOS Support Our Sports

SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2012 DELIA Park

A 5K run/walk, 1Mile fun run and family fun event

to benefit Utica Community Schools Junior High Sports Programs

All school districts are experiencing challenging times in addressing funding issues, causing the UCS junior high sports programs to be at risk . Committed parents, educators, community members and students stepped up to the challenge to preserve the football, cheerleading, track and boys and girls basketball programs at all seven UCS junior high schools.

The Save our Sports 5K and family event is an opportunity to show your support for the children in the Utica Community Schools. Funding Junior High sports will benefit our students at all levels, as we work to preserve future sports opportunities for current elementary age students and maintain a program to feed and maintain superior sports rankings at the high school level.

The 5K run/walk , 1Mile fun run and family event will be held Sunday, June 10th at Delia Park located at 18 mile and Ryan Road in Sterling Heights. Join us as a sponsor, walker or competitive runner or just bring your family for some food and fun.

Each family attending the event will receive a packet of fun summer fun coupons and promotions from our sponsors.

More info and sign up

FAMILY FITNESS NIGHT

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ItFitness’s time to get moving again with some fun family fitness games!

WHERE: Browning Elementary Gym
WHEN: Thursday March 8th, 2012
TIME: 6:30pm-7:30pm

Please join us on March 8th for a night of circuit training with your kids!

Shelia Berrios has 25 years of fitness training in personal and group exercise instructing! The former Miss Michigan Bodybuilding (1998) is ready to give you a fun night with all sorts of physical activities to get your heart pumping while you’re laughing and having fun right along with your child!

WHERE: Browning Elementary Gym

WHEN: Thursday March 8th, 2012

TIME: 6:30pm-7:30pm

This will be a great opportunity to spend some time with your child to demonstrate the importance of being healthy for your mind, body and spirit!!

Healthy snacks & water will be provided after the workout!

Contact: Dawn Neubacher [email protected]

This free event is put on by Browning Elementary PTA 2012

2nd Annual Browning PTA Golf Outing

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ALL PROCEEDS DEDICATED FOR  NEW PLAY STRUCTURE(S) AT BROWNING!  It is our goal to provide outdoor learning environments for our students, staff, & families to enjoy  (i.e. gardens, play structures, fitness equipment, and much more.)

Sponsored by Browning PTA

Many thanks to Brad Glonka for chairing this year’s Golf Outing at Cracklewood Golf Club on Sunday, May 22nd and everyone who came out for a great day!  The weather was perfect!  All proceeds are dedicated for new play structures at Browning!  Once again, Lisa Williams graciously solicited donations for prizes which were much appreciated.

BALLOON LAUNCH 2010

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Browning Elementary
PTA BALLOON LAUNCH 2010
Thursday, Oct. 7th

Who knew FUNraising could be so much fun?!
Who knew FUNraising could be so much fun?!

WOW! For the fifth year in a row, we have been blessed with perfect weather for our Balloon Launch.  With clear skies and mild winds, our balloons ascended high into the sky and drifted south east.  It will be interesting to see where they go this year.  We had fun setting them free and look forward to tracking them as they are returned.  Thus far, we’ve had at least 22 sent back to school.  Hooray!

THANK YOU to all the families who contributed in some way – every donation helps!  Due to your generosity, we’ve raised over $6,500 with this direct donation fundraiser!   We greatly appreciate your support!

Prizes were distributed at a school wide assembly on Friday, Jan. 14th.  Every child in attendance should have received a reward of some sort.  Congratulations to the Majlick Family for winning the Grand Prize drawing for the Family Getaway to Kalahari Resort!  Hope they have a great time!

Many thanks to Lisa Larson for chairing this event & Lisa Williams for soliciting all of the prizes & donations for this important PTA fundraiser!  We greatly appreciate the support of the attached local businesses!  2010 Balloon Launch Recap

2010 Browning PTA Balloon Launch

We love our volunteers!
We love our volunteers!

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