The PTA had their first meeting of the 2022-23 school year on September 13th, 2022. Thanks to all that turned out for that meeting. They are super excited to get started with events to benefit the students at SCT. There is  Q&A of what the PTA does at the school, the fundraising goal for the year and some events to put in your calender! It can be found in the school pages under PTA.

Parent Teacher Association Executive Committee 2022/2023

President: Katie E.
Vice-President: Jennie C.
Secretary: Laurianne F.

Welcome back to what we know will be another great year at Sir Charles Tupper Elementary! If you’re new to the school, HELLO! We’re so happy you’re here and can’t wait to introduce you to all the wonderful events we have in store.

Below you’ll find some of the common questions about our school PTA:

Q: What does the Parent Teacher Association do?

The PTA’s primary function is fundraising! We raise money throughout the year that goes towards enriching the student experience and allow our teachers and staff to purchase classroom resources.

The PTA is not responsible for general building maintenance (painting, flooring, exterior cleaning) nor does it get involved with curriculum or lesson planning.

Q: What happens at PTA meetings?
The PTA meets once a month, every second Tuesday, at 7pm. A typical agenda may consist of: upcoming events and how we’re coordinating them; principle/vice-principal report on what’s happening at the school; and ideas on future fundraisers.

Q: Do I have to be an elected member to go to a PTA meeting?

Nope! Anyone can join a PTA meeting. No need to have a designated role or even attend every meeting. Meetings are very casual and all are welcomed including parents, teachers, staff, caregivers, etc. If you’re a stakeholder at SCT, we would love to have you.

Q: Do I need to take on a job or responsibility after I attend a PTA meeting?
Nope! We recognize not everyone has the time or capacity to volunteer for events. Some parents join meetings simply to learn about what’s coming up for school events or put forth an idea.

Q: What is the difference between school events and PTA events?
PTA events are ones coordinated and funded by the PTA that typically come in the form of events outside school hours or ongoing fundraisers like hot lunch, refundables, Mabel’s Labels, and Tru Earth.

School events may include holiday concerts, field trips, guest speakers at assemblies, sporting meets, etc.

Fundraising Goal 2022/2023

This year we hope to raise $6500 to go towards learning centre furniture, physical education speciality items, new non-fiction library books, music room equipment, and new math resources. Stay tuned for updates via school messenger and our Facebook page to find out how you can support these initiatives!

Save the Date! Upcoming PTA Events for the 2022/2023 school year:

Ice Cream Social - September 22 @ 5:30pm (Tupper Field)
PTA Monthly Meeting - October 11 @ 7pm (Tupper Library)
Family Halloween Dance - October 27 @ 6:00pm (Tupper Gym)

PTA Monthly Meeting - November 8 @ 7pm (Tupper library)

Spring Fling - June 3 - 10am-2pm (Tupper school)

More events to be added soon!