events

PTO MEETING
September 8th 2020 6 - 7 PM Via Zoom

The first PTO meeting is a great opportunity to learn more about Khalsa PTO and to meet other parents. We will discuss the PTO's mission, opportunities to get involved, and upcoming events.

This year's meetings will take place through Zoom. Look to your email for your invitation which will contain the Zoom link. 

Please RSVP today at http://www.khalsapto.org/rsvp-pto-meeting.html

Family Take out dinner at nypd pizza
friday, september 18, 2020 4 - 9PM @ 556 W Mcdowell rd

Families are invited to a "Take Out" Dinner to be enjoyed at your home at NYPD Pizza. This is a Dine-Out fundraiser event. A portion of the proceeds go to the PTO when you present the emailed flyer between 4-9 PM on September 18th. Please remember to bring your flyer.

heart and hands online silent auction a
OCTOBER 19th - October 25TH, 2020

This year, in lieu of our "Heart and Hands" Silent Auction that usually occurs at our annual Fall Mixer we will be holding an online silent auction during the week of October 19th. If you would like to donate an item for the auction please email us at kmspto@gmail.com Please stay tuned for more information.  

PTO MEETING
October 13TH, 2020 6 - 7 PM @ ELEMENTARY CAM​PUS

Topics for this meeting will include the upcoming Heart and Hands online silent auction as well as other Fall programs.  

PTO MEETING
November 12TH, 2019 6 - 7 PM @ ELEMENTARY CAM​PUS

At our November PTO Meeting, we will plan for the upcoming Khalsa Family Kickball Game. We will share updated Financial statements and also confirm some dates/times for the Family Volunteer Day at SVDP, Winter Hike, and Spring Carnival. 

Khalsa Family Kickball game
november 22nd, 2019 6 -8 PM @ 350 e oak st, phx 85004

The fourth annual Khalsa Family Kickball Game will be at Monterey Park (350 Oak Street). The whole family is welcome to come and play, whether in the kickball game or in the park with your jump ropes, hula hoops, and other park toys.

​FAMILY VOLUNTEER DAY AT ST VINCENT DE PAUL FARM
December 7TH, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM @ 2120 S 3rd Dr, Phx, AZ 85003 

Please join us for Family Volunteer Day at St. Vincent de Paul at the Rob & Melani Walton Urban Farm. Details to come.

PTO MEETING
January 14TH, 2020 6 - 7 PM @ ELEMENTARY CAM​PUS

At our January PTO Meeting, we will plan for the upcoming Winter Hike, and start requesting volunteers for Spring Carnival. 

Winter Hike: Fat Man's Pass
January 11TH, 2020 9-11am @ Buena Vista Trailhead

Get healthy and get hiking in the new year! Please join us for our Winter Hike on Saturday morning, January th. Fat Man's Pass at South Mountain Park is an enjoyable hike for all ages. It is a 3.6 mile round-trip hike on mostly flat-hilly paths. When done together with friends, the time and distance pass easily.

We'll gather at the Buena Vista Trailhead at 8:45 AM Saturday morning. Pre-hike refreshments are provided by the PTO, so come early!

Parking at the Buena Vista trailhead is limited, so plan to park at the Dobbins Lookout parking lot where the school van will serve as a shuttle to and from the trailhead. The shuttle will run from 8:30 – 8:50 AM, as well as following the hike. Parents may want to bring a carrying device for small children (no strollers). Come a little early and enjoy some pre-hike refreshments provided by the PTO!

​Khalsa Kivel Intergenerational Event
january 26TH, 2020 1:30 - 3:30 PM @ 3040 N 36th st, phx, 85018

This wonderful volunteer opportunity gives Khalsa students and their siblings a chance to read or be read to by a senior residents of Kivel Campus of Care. Children and families will do crafts with residents. Snacks will be provided. There are slots for 20 children.

PTO MEETING
February 11TH, 2020 6 - 7 PM @ ELEMENTARY CAM​PUS

At our February PTO Meeting we will focus on Carnival preparations. We are looking for volunteers to help with set-up, take-down, game supervisors, salsa contestants, and ticket sellers.

Spring Carnival
february 29TH, 2020 10 AM - 3 PM @ 350 E Oak St, Phx, az 85004

The Carnival is our biggest community event of the year and it's put on entirely by parent and teacher volunteers. So needless to say, we can't do it without you!

We are in need of volunteers to help with planning activities, setting up the morning of the Carnival, volunteering during the Carnival and helping us clean up. There is a job for everyone, whether you can donate an hour of your time or more!

Contact us at kmspto@gmail.com if you would like to help!

PTO MEETING
March 10TH, 2020 6 - 7 PM @ ELEMENTARY CAM​PUS

We had such a fun day at Carnival. Thank you to all who helped. We look forward to hearing your feedback on the Spring Carnival. We will also discuss the financials and upcoming events.

Family Volunteer Day at svdp
APRIL 4TH, 2020 9am-noon @ 2120 S 3rd dr, phoenix, az 85003

Please join us as the Khalsa Montessori Community gives back at Family Volunteer Day at St. Vincent de Paul. Hearts & Hands is a volunteer activity for all ages. Activities are focused upon projects to teach our youth the impact of giving and service.

Volunteers engage in craft projects that are centered around the themes of offering blessings, love, hope, and motivation to our guests. In addition, activities may include but are not limited to: making hygiene packets, making sack lunches, sandwiches, and more. Specific activities vary depending upon the need that month.

PTO MEETING
April 14TH, 2020 6 - 7 PM @ ELEMENTARY CAM​PUS

Khalsa PTO: Seeking Nominations!
Khalsa PTO is seeking nominations for Officer and Committee roles for the 2020-21 school year. All roles are open and can be viewed at www.KhalsaPTO.org. Any parent/guardian is eligible to nominate themselves or someone you think highly of.

Khalsa PTO is especially looking for volunteers for President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Silent Auction, Event Coordinator, Webmaster and Dine Out Nights. Nominees must be present at the April 14th PTO Meeting. We humbly request your contribution!

Teacher Appreciation Week May 4-8

Please join us in thanking the teachers for all of their hard work. Take this opportunity to let your child's teacher know that you recognize and appreciate all that they do, big and small.

This year Khalsa PTO will be organizing simple ways to say thanks each day of the week. Make a cash donation to support the Teacher Treats at www.KhalsaPTO.org/store.

May 4th Monday – TBD
May 5th Tuesday – Fruit Baskets
May 6th Wednesday – TBD
May 7th Thursday – TBD
May 8th Friday – Thank-you Cards
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We will be distributing blank cards in your child's folders at school (or passing them out at Primary car-line). Please look for these cards to come home with your child. Your child can write a special note, draw a picture, or something meaningful.

Please return all completed cards to the office by May 1st. There will be an envelope for each classroom to put your card in. This will allow time to assemble the books and present them to the staff during Teacher Appreciation Week.

*Do not forget to include the teachers name on each card as there are multiple teachers in each class.
Thank you for making this a special week!

PTO MEETING
May 12TH, 2020 6 - 7 PM @ ELEMENTARY CAM​PUS

Our final PTO Meeting of the year will feature officer elections! We will also make final preparations for the End-of-Year Picnic and look ahead to the exciting events planned for the 2020-2021 school year.

khalsa end of the year pot luck picnic
TBD, 2020 6 - 8 PM @ Hance Park, 67 W culver st, phx 85003

Come celebrate the end of the school year with the Khalsa All School Potluck Picnic!

We will be meeting from 6pm - 8pm, at the Margaret T. Hance park, south of McDowell and east of 3rd Ave.

This is a potluck event, so make sure to bring something tasty according to your class:
Toddlers: Main Dishes
Primary Classrooms: Desserts
Lower Elementary: Fruit
Upper Elementary: Side Dishes & Salads

Water, utensils, paper plates, & napkins will be provided by the PTO.

Also, T-shirts and Yearbooks will be available for purchase while supplies last! (Cash or Check ONLY)