PTO
Mission
The mission of this organization shall be to promote the growth and education of all children attending the Meadowlark Elementary School in Andover, Kansas. The organization will encourage the partnership of parents and teachers to the benefit of the students at home, school, and the community.
What does the PTO do?
The Meadowlark PTO plays a vital role in enriching students' educational experiences at Meadowlark by funding technology, field trips, teacher grants, and fun family events. Through your generous support, the PTO can provide classrooms with cutting-edge technology that enhances learning and engagement. They help make hands-on, real-world experiences possible by covering costs for exciting field trips that bring the classroom lessons to life. Teacher grants allow educators to introduce innovative ideas, resources, and projects that directly benefit their students. Additionally, the PTO fosters a strong sense of community by organizing many fun family events, creating opportunities for students and their families to connect and make lasting memories.
PTO officers
President:
Krysti Yuen
Internal Vice President: Courtney Iqbal
External Vice President:
Jenny Young
Treasurer:
Emily Riehn
Secretary:
Christy Nogra
PTO fundraising
Our primary objective as a PTO is to provide our school with funds, programs, resources, and services that enrich and maximize every child's education, ultimately benefiting the entire school community. To achieve this important goal, Meadowlark Giving is our sole fundraiser, and we are proud to share that 100% of the proceeds directly benefit Meadowlark students. Together, we are investing in a brighter future for our children through your support!
Meadowlark Giving Campaign
We are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the Meadowlark Giving Campaign. Thanks to the generosity and support of our community, we raised a total of $43,352.83. This achievement reflects the dedication and kindness of everyone involved. Together, we are making a meaningful difference. Thank you for your continued support and commitment!
Join us in supporting Meadowlark!
Become a volunteer
We need your help—and so do the students and teachers of Meadowlark. At Meadowlark, we are committed to excellence, and one of the best ways to achieve that is through active involvement from our community.
We’re working to strengthen and expand the reach of our organization, and we’re looking for dedicated volunteers to help us year after year. This year, we’ve planned a number of exciting events designed to bring families together and encourage greater parent engagement in our children’s education.
The PTO is a true team effort—and we can’t do it without you. Let’s work together to make a meaningful impact at Meadowlark!
A special thanks to all of our volunteers from last year for all their hard work and dedication.
PTO committees
If you are interested in joining a committee, please email Krysti Yuen meadowlarkallstarspto@gmail.com or send the PTO a message on their Facebook page.
| PTO Committee Descriptions | |
|---|---|
| Welcome Wagon | Welcome back breakfast for teachers and staff on one of their first two in-service days. Initial stock of teachers’ lounge with snacks, soda, plates, napkins & utensils. |
| T-Shirts | Help design, order, and sell T-shirts at the beginning of the year. Most of the work is done over the summer. |
| Helping Hands | Greeting kids and helping them get to class. Help kids get on the bus during the first week of school. |
| Room Parent Leader |
Find room parents for each class by the end of August (teachers help with this). Provide a packet of information to room parents on responsibilities. Give reminders and guidance during the year to the room parents. |
| Family Fun Nights/BINGO Night |
Plan nights, be at events to help coordinate, take pictures. |
| Conference Meals |
Organize a meal or snack for teachers on conference days. |
| Staff Birthdays |
Get a cake, cupcakes, cookies, etc. each month to celebrate teacher and staff birthdays. |
| Staff Appreciation Week |
Organize some fun things for teachers during this week. |
| Food Drive |
Coordinates with the food bank and 5th grade teachers to collect non-perishables. |
| Holiday Staff Meal |
Organize a catered meal for staff in December. |
| Music Programs | Work with music teacher to make programs, create decorations, be available for rehearsals and performances and help backstage. |
| Meadowlark Giving Campaign | Plan, organize and run a yearly fundraiser. Need at least 4 people with one being the head of the committee. |
Meadowlark 2025-26
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Meadowlark Giving Campaign
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Staff Appreciation Week
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Holiday Staff Meal
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Yoga Class
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Bingo Night
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Fall Bash
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