Josh Bennett

The meeting included reports from the officers, noting that the President's fundraiser surpassed its goal at 114% participation, with first grade being the top sales group. Committee reports covered various activities: Conference Meals will change restaurants and focus on snacks/desserts; the Tiny Tigers committee is planning a Valentines Craft and future book/author sessions; BINGO logistics are being finalized, including rescheduling away from Superbowl Sunday; and the Mileage Club is scheduled to begin in late March/early April, requiring volunteers. There were no items in Old Business, and the next meeting was scheduled for March 10, 2026.

Key discussions included updates on construction projects: new elementary construction progressing well, District Office relocation forthcoming, and bid packages being prepared for Intermediate and Middle School facility updates. Specific projects mentioned for the Intermediate School include bathroom remodels affecting Kids Club and Camp Invention, and playground/parking lot renovations slated for completion by August 2026. The Middle School plans involve adding a band room, a new choir room, and converting the old choir room into a wrestling room. The new logo has been approved. Committee reports covered various initiatives: Cookie Walk, Conference Meals, Tiny Tigers, Next Level Fundraiser (including prize distribution planning and financial split), BINGO (scheduled for February 15th), Mom's Night Out, and Gilbert Grove event planning. The next meeting is scheduled for February 25th.

Key discussions during the meeting included reports on committee activities. The Cookie Walk committee reported a profit of approximately $1,200 and suggested reducing the event hours while keeping hot chocolate and noting the success of teacher decorations and the need to revamp the Door Decorating Contest. The Conference Meals committee reported collecting nearly $2,000 against actual meal costs of $3,300 and suggested adjusting timing slots. The Tiny Tigers committee noted high attendance by younger children and confirmed the next meeting date. Plans for the Next Level Fundraiser in January were discussed, noting changes to profit sharing and inflatable positioning, with the main event scheduled for May 8th. Planning for BINGO in February and scheduling a Mom's Night Out for late January were also reviewed. New Business focused on determining if special, small gifts could be provided to staff members who might otherwise miss out on gifts during early Wednesday dismissals.

The Gilbert PTO meeting included discussions on construction updates for various schools, including elementary, intermediate, middle, and high schools, as well as the district office and transportation facilities. Committee reports covered Back to School, Bingo, Cookie Walk (including details such as date, location, door decorating contest, and potential incorporation of a food drive), Gilbert Groove, Conference Meals (including food transport, budget, variety of options, childcare, and snacks), Mileage Club, Staff Appreciation, Trunk or Treat, Tiny Tigers (at the Gilbert Library with stories and crafts), Special Staff Appreciation, 2nd Grade Send Off, and Mom's Night Out (Pie Night). New business included a call for Book Fair Volunteers.

The meeting included discussions and updates from officers and committee chairs. Administration updates covered new classrooms and auxiliary gyms being added, PTO funds for middle school T-shirts, and reinforcement needed for a new 9-Square game. Committee reports included Back to School breakfasts and popsicles, Bingo planning, Cookie Walk details, Gilbert Groove party, Conference Meals, Mileage Club, Staff Appreciation, Trunk or Treat, Tiny Tigers meetings, Special Staff Appreciation, 2nd Grade Send Off, and Best Day Ever. Old business included reviewing annual spending estimates and principal support funds. New business covered volunteer recruitment and event announcements.