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PTA Updates

TIGER NIGHT:

Friday, November 7th, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM

We’re excited to announce the return of Tiger Night — one of Twain’s most popular student events! This fun-filled evening is for students only. It is a PTA fundraiser. All proceeds go directly toward supporting school activities. Tickets are $5 per student. Concessions will be sold at the event. Cash only for tickets and food!

Activities:

  •     Dance
  •     Concessions for Sale
  •     Basketball Tournament
  •     Minute-To-Win-It Games
  •     Improv
  •     Karaoke
  •     Board Games
  •     Video Games

Tickets will be sold during student lunches on the following dates:

  •     Wednesday, October 29th
  •     Thursday, October 30th
  •     Wednesday, November 5th
  •     Thursday, November 6th

*No tickets will be sold at the door! There is an event cap of 300. Get your tickets EARLY!! Remember - cash only!

Parents & Caregivers: This event cannot happen without lots of help. We are looking for volunteers.

Sign up to volunteer here

If you would like to donate candy to Tiger Night, please check out our Amazon wish list.


OCTOBER STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH:

Congratulations to Ms. Jennifer Pigeon - 7th Grade Science!


NOMINATE A STAFF MEMBER FOR STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH:

Know a great staff member at Twain? Each month, the PTA awards one of our hard-working staff members the honor of being the Staff Member of the Month! In addition to a gift card to a local restaurant, the Staff Member receives a prime parking spot and a cool trophy!  We need your nominations. Please tell us about a Staff Member at Twain that you feel deserves this award and why by completing this Staff of the Month Form.


STAFF MINI GRANTS:

Nine (9) staff members’ grant proposals were approved this fall, totaling $2,700! Every applicant was a current PTA member. Each recipient received the maximum $300 grant. Thank you for your support!


MEMBERSHIP UPDATE:

We’re now 206 members strong— well on our way to the goal of 300 members!

181 parents & students

25 staff members

Join the PTA at the Membership Store!

When you join the PTA, you’re helping fund the programs and events that make our school community stronger - from family nights to classroom resources.


PURCHASE SPIRIT WEAR:

Show your school spirit and support the PTA!  We now have every size for every item - Hoodies, T-shirts, PJ pants, and Sweatpants. Order now!

Spirit Wear


FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:

Follow us on Facebook at Mark Twain MS PTA and Instagram at twainmspta to stay in touch with what’s happening at Twain PTA.



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