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Mark your calendar 

• Monday, October 12th
  • School Closed - Professional Development for Staff
• Tuesday, October 13th
  • PTO Meeting - 9 AM - Cafeteria
• Wednesday, October 14th
  • EWLE (Elementary World Language Experience) classes begin 3:45-4:45 PM
• Friday, October 16th
  • 3rd Grade Field Trip
  • Chess Club - 3:45 - 5 PM

From the Principal's Office

Invitation from Mr. Gehringer regarding 2026 Halloween Parade and Fall activities. 

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From the Main Office

Arts & Letters Family Night – Join our Teaching & Learning team for an exciting, behind-the-scenes look at Arts & Letters™, the new Language Arts curriculum for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders!

Discover how this innovative program:

• Integrates reading, writing, speaking, and listening seamlessly.

• Infuses social studies, science, and the arts into daily learning.

• Provides practical, actionable strategies to support your child’s literacy at home.

Date & Time: Thursday, October 22, from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Parkway Manor Elementary School

RSVP your attendance here

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Coyote Crawl 2026

Week TWP Update - Kindergarten is in the lead!  Looks like the 7-year-olds are taking over!

 

 

 

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The Parkland Community Advisory Council will hold its October meeting on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Administration Building, located at 1210 Springhouse Rd, Allentown, PA 18104. These monthly meetings are open to the public. The topic of this meeting is Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS): A Framework for School Culture and Climate led by Dr. Jamie Giaquinto, Dr. Jude Sandt, Dr. Monica Ouly-Uhl and Mr. Nate Davidson. For more information on the Parkland CAC, please visit https://www.parklandsd.org/community/community-advisory-council

The November meeting the Parkland Community Advisory Council will be on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Education & Operations Building, 2619 Stadium Rd, Orefield, PA 18069. These monthly meetings are open to the public. The topic of this meeting is the Safety and Security: School Resource Officers, Safe2Say and Transportation, led by Dr. Tony Naradko, Mr. Andrew Hargrove and Mrs. Danielle Treat. For more information on the Parkland CAC, please visit https://www.parklandsd.org/community/community-advisory-council

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Counselor's Corner - September Newsletter

 

 

 

From the Kernsville PTO

Kernsville Spirit Wear - now on sale at http://www.kernsvillepto.org/

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Please consider volunteering for Walking Club. We cannot sponsor this event without your help.

Fall Walking Club: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4CA4AA28A20-65310534-fall#/

 

 

The PTO is  also looking are looking for individuals to help run/Chair the following events:
Coyote Crawl Organizer
Bingo Organizer
Marquee Assembler

Please reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org for a complete description of Chair positions and duties.
 

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Parkland School District requires ALL school volunteers to obtain background clearance checks and submit them to the Human Resources Department for approval PRIOR to signing up or performing any volunteer duties. If you are unsure about the status of your clearances contact the Main Office at Kernsville before your sign up.

** New for this year, all volunteer clearances must be dropped off in person at the administration office. Please reference the website for full requirements and procedures. Thank you for your cooperation!

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All opportunities and signs ups are listed on the PTO website at www.kernsvillepto.org.

We are currently seeking volunteers for the following

• Walking Club
• Math Ripping
• Bulletin Board Creator

Reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org with any questions.

Sign up for the Weis4School program where a portion of your purchases at Weis come back to Kernsville at no cost to you! Sign up today at weis4school.com.  Be sure to register each school year.

STAY UPDATED and KEEP IN TOUCH!
Follow us at:
Facebook - Facebook.com/KernsvillePTO
Website - KernsvillePTO.org

 

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Mark your calendar 

• Monday, October 5th
  • Hawaiian Day
• Tuesday, October 6th
  • Tie Dye Day
• Wednesday, October 7th
  • Pink Day
• Thursday, October 8th
  • Disney Day
• Friday, October 9th
  • Parkland Pride Day - Wear your red & grey
• Monday, October 12th
  • School Closed - Professional Development for Staff

From the Main Office

 

Homecoming Spirit / Parkland Pride week—"Pack the Stands, Pack the Bus"—is right around the corner, running from October 5–9, 2026.

Kernsville will be collecting microwave popcorn to benefit Parkland Cares Food Pantry

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Preplanned Absences ~ Student Leave of Absence Permit - Revised for 2026 - This form is to be used whenever a student has a preplanned absence from school for an entire day(s).

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Counselor's Corner - September Newsletter

 

 

First Day of School Playground Photos - Christmas City Studios visited Kernsville on the first day of school and captured the excitement with photos of each class on the playground.

To view and/or purchase these photos refer to the email sent to all families on Friday, 9/18.

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Coyote Crawl 2026 - Week One Update!  Kindergarten is in the lead!

 

 

Parkland Community Advisory Council 

We invite you to join us for our next meeting in October.

October Meeting Details:

• Topic: Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS): A Framework for School Culture and Climate  

• Date & Time: Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 7:00 PM

• Location: Parkland School District Administration Building - Board Room  1210 Springhouse Road, Allentown, PA 18104

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From the Kernsville PTO

Kernsville Spirit Wear - now on sale at http://www.kernsvillepto.org/

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Want to volunteer? Its easy! 

Please consider volunteering for Walking Club. We cannot sponsor this event without your help.

Fall Walking Club: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4CA4AA28A20-65310534-fall#/

The PTO is  also looking are looking for individuals to help run/Chair the following events:
Coyote Crawl Organizer
Bingo Organizer
Marquee Assembler

Please reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org for a complete description of Chair positions and duties.
 

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Parkland School District requires ALL school volunteers to obtain background clearance checks and submit them to the Human Resources Department for approval PRIOR to signing up or performing any volunteer duties. If you are unsure about the status of your clearances contact the Main Office at Kernsville before your sign up.

** New for this year, all volunteer clearances must be dropped off in person at the administration office. Please reference the website for full requirements and procedures. Thank you for your cooperation!

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All opportunities and signs ups are listed on the PTO website at www.kernsvillepto.org.

We are currently seeking volunteers for the following

• Walking Club
• Math Ripping
• Bulletin Board Creator

Reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org with any questions.

Sign up for the Weis4School program where a portion of your purchases at Weis come back to Kernsville at no cost to you! Sign up today at weis4school.com.  Be sure to register each school year.

STAY UPDATED and KEEP IN TOUCH!
Follow us at:
Facebook - Facebook.com/KernsvillePTO
Website - KernsvillePTO.org

 

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Mark your calendar 

• Friday, October 2nd
  • 1st Grade Field Trip
  • Chess Club for registered students 3:45 - 5 PM
• Monday, October 5th
  • Hawaiian Day
• Tuesday, October 6th
  • Tie Dye Day
• Wednesday, October 7th
  • Pink Day
• Thursday, October 8th
  • Disney Day
• Friday, October 9th
  • Parkland Pride Day - Wear your red & grey
• Monday, October 12th
  • School Closed - Professional Development for Staff

From the Main Office

To report a student absence contact one of the designated attendance channels directly:

• Email: KVattendance@parklandsd.net (or KVattendance@parklandsd.org)
• Absentee Hotline: Call 610-351-5840, then select Option 2

Key Guidelines

• Do not message individual teachers or staff: In the event of a staff absence or substitute coverage, personal emails are not monitored for attendance.
• Do not use the Parkland App: Absence notifications sent via the app are not monitored for official reporting.
• Reporting Deadline: Reports should be submitted by 9:15 AM on the morning of the absence. 

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Dismissal instruction changes ~  If there is a change to your child(ren) dismissal instructions (i.e, early leave, change from bus to parent pick up, attend day care, etc.), please send in a hand written note via the Note to Kernsville School notepad with your child(ren) to give to their teacher. Do not use the Parkland App (Apptegy) or any other electronic communication tool to communicate dismissal changes.   Classroom teachers have very limited access to these electronic tools during the school day and in the event of a staff absence the message will not be seen at all.  In the rare instance of a midday change, please call the school office and speak to a staff member.

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Homecoming Spirit / Parkland Pride week—"Pack the Stands, Pack the Bus"—is right around the corner, running from October 5–9, 2026.

Kernsville will be collecting microwave popcorn to benefit Parkland Cares Food Pantry

 

 

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Preplanned Absences ~ Student Leave of Absence Permit - Revised for 2026 - This form is to be used whenever a student has a preplanned absence from school for an entire day(s).

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First Day of School Playground Photos - Christmas City Studios visited Kernsville on the first day of school and captured the excitement with photos of each class on the playground.

To view and/or purchase these photos refer to the email sent to all families on Friday, 9/18.

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Parkland Community Advisory Council 

We invite you to join us for our next meeting in October.

October Meeting Details:

• Topic: Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS): A Framework for School Culture and Climate  

• Date & Time: Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 7:00 PM

• Location: Parkland School District Administration Building - Board Room  1210 Springhouse Road, Allentown, PA 18104

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2026 / 2027 Year at a Glance Kernsville School Calendar

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Device Protection Plan:

Chromebook Device Protection Plan (DPP): All Parkland students are assigned a Chromebook. Optional insurance coverage for device damages is available for $20 (Grades 4-12) or $10 (Grades KG-3) for the year. Open enrollment ends September 30th. For details, visit our DPP webpage. Online payments are accepted through My School Bucks. Chromebooks for Grades KG-3 will remain in the classroom at all times, except for Grade 3 when students may potentially take devices home on remote learning/inclement weather days.

• Chromebook usage not allowed on school buses 

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NEW FOR 2026 - Right at School - Before and After School Care here at Kernsville

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From the Kernsville PTO

Kernsville Spirit Wear - now on sale at http://www.kernsvillepto.org/

---

Want to volunteer? Its easy! 

Please consider volunteering for Walking Club. We cannot sponsor this event without your help.

Fall Walking Club: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4CA4AA28A20-65310534-fall#/

 

The PTO is  also looking are looking for individuals to help run/Chair the following events:
Coyote Crawl Organizier
Bingo Organizer
Marquee Assembler

Please reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org for a complete description of Chair positions and duties.
 

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Parkland School District requires ALL school volunteers to obtain background clearance checks and submit them to the Human Resources Department for approval PRIOR to signing up or performing any volunteer duties. If you are unsure about the status of your clearances contact the Main Office at Kernsville before your sign up.

** New for this year, all volunteer clearances must be dropped off in person at the administration office. Please reference the website for full requirements and procedures. Thank you for your cooperation!

---

All opportunities and signs ups are listed on the PTO website at www.kernsvillepto.org.

We are currently seeking volunteers for the following

• Walking Club
• Math Ripping
• Bulletin Board Creator

Reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org with any questions.

Sign up for the Weis4School program where a portion of your purchases at Weis come back to Kernsville at no cost to you! Sign up today at weis4school.com.  Be sure to register each school year.

STAY UPDATED and KEEP IN TOUCH!
Follow us at:
Facebook - Facebook.com/KernsvillePTO
Website - KernsvillePTO.org

 

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Mark your calendar 

• TONIGHT, Friday, September 18th
  • Night on the Circle - 5 - 7 PM
  • Scholastic Book Fair - 5 - 7 PM
  • Food Trucks, Fun & Family Time - 5 - 7 PM
• Monday, September 21st
  • School Closed ~ Professional Development for Staff
• Tuesday, September 22
  • Kindergarten & 1st Grade Field Trips
• Friday, September 25th
  • Scrabble theme Spirit Day

From the Main Office

To report a student absence contact one of the designated attendance channels directly:

• Email: KVattendance@parklandsd.net (or KVattendance@parklandsd.org)
• Absentee Hotline: Call 610-351-5840, then select Option 2

Key Guidelines

• Do not message individual teachers or staff: In the event of a staff absence or substitute coverage, personal emails are not monitored for attendance.
• Do not use the Parkland App: Absence notifications sent via the app are not monitored for official reporting.
• Reporting Deadline: Reports should be submitted by 9:15 AM on the morning of the absence. 

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Dismissal instruction changes ~  If there is a change to your child(ren) dismissal instructions (i.e, early leave, change from bus to parent pick up, attend day care, etc.), please send in a hand written note via the Note to Kernsville School notepad with your child(ren) to give to their teacher. Do not use the Parkland App (Apptegy) or any other electronic communication tool to communicate dismissal changes.   Classroom teachers have very limited access to these electronic tools during the school day and in the event of a staff absence the message will not be seen at all.  In the rare instance of a midday change, please call the school office and speak to a staff member.

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Preplanned Absences ~ Student Leave of Absence Permit - Revised for 2026 - This form is to be used whenever a student has a preplanned absence from school for an entire day(s).

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First Day of School Playground Photos - Christmas City Studios visited Kernsville on the first day of school and captured the excitement with photos of each class on the playground.

To view and/or purchase these photos check today's email to all families

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Scrabble Spirit Day - Scrabble Spirit Day is a fun school dress-up theme where participants wear a single letter on their clothing and group together to physically spell out different words.
How It Works
● Wear a Letter: Each person puts a letter or a blank tile on their shirt using paper, felt, or
cardboard shaped like a Scrabble tile.
● Form Words: Students or staff walk around and stand next to each other to make real words.
● Take Pictures: Groups snap photos of their spelled words to share with the school or post to
social media.

Tips for a Great Event
● Use Blanks: Include a few blank tiles that can act as any letter.
● Add Point Values: Put small numbers in the corner of your paper tiles to match real Scrabble
point values for extra fun.

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Parkland Community Advisory Council 

We invite you to join us for our next meeting in October.

October Meeting Details:

• Topic: Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS): A Framework for School Culture and Climate  

• Date & Time: Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 7:00 PM

• Location: Parkland School District Administration Building - Board Room  1210 Springhouse Road, Allentown, PA 18104

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2026 / 2027 Year at a Glance Kernsville School Calendar

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Homecoming Spirit / Parkland Pride week—"Pack the Stands, Pack the Bus"—is right around the corner, running from October 5–9, 2026.

Kernsville will be collecting microwave popcorn again.

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Device Protection Plan:

Chromebook Device Protection Plan (DPP): All Parkland students are assigned a Chromebook. Optional insurance coverage for device damages is available for $20 (Grades 4-12) or $10 (Grades KG-3) for the year. Open enrollment ends September 30th. For details, visit our DPP webpage. Online payments are accepted through My School Bucks. Chromebooks for Grades KG-3 will remain in the classroom at all times, except for Grade 3 when students may potentially take devices home on remote learning/inclement weather days.

• Chromebook usage not allowed on school buses 

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NEW FOR 2026 - Right at School - Before and After School Care here at Kernsville

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From the Kernsville PTO

Kernsville Spirit Wear - now on sale at http://www.kernsvillepto.org/

The Kernsville PTO Night on the Circle is Friday, September 18th.  This annual back to school event is fun for the whole family

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Want to volunteer? Its easy! 

WE ARE IN DESPERATE NEED OF VOLUNTEERS FOR  FALL WALKING CLUB.

WE CANNOT SPONSOR THIS EVENT WITHOUT YOUR HELP!

 

Fall Walking Club: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4CA4AA28A20-65310534-fall#/

The PTO is looking are looking for individuals to help run/Chair the following events:
Coyote Crawl OrganIzier
Bingo Organizer
Marquee Assembler

Please reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org for a complete description of Chair positions and duties.
 

---

Parkland School District requires ALL school volunteers to obtain background clearance checks and submit them to the Human Resources Department for approval PRIOR to signing up or performing any volunteer duties. If you are unsure about the status of your clearances contact the Main Office at Kernsville before your sign up.

** New for this year, all volunteer clearances must be dropped off in person at the administration office. Please reference the website for full requirements and procedures. Thank you for your cooperation!

All opportunities and signs ups are listed on the PTO website at www.kernsvillepto.org.

We are currently seeking volunteers for the following

• Walking Club
• Math Ripping
• Bulletin Board Creator

Reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org with any questions.

Sign up for the Weis4School program where a portion of your purchases at Weis come back to Kernsville at no cost to you! Sign up today at weis4school.com.  Be sure to register each school year.

STAY UPDATED and KEEP IN TOUCH!
Follow us at:
Facebook - Facebook.com/KernsvillePTO
Website - KernsvillePTO.org

 

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Mark your calendar 

• Tuesday, September 8th
  • Kernsville PTO Meeting - 9 AM - Cafeteria
• Friday, September 11th
  • Red, White and Blue Day 
• Thursday, September 17th
  • School Picture Day
• Friday, September 18th
  • KV PTO Night on the Circle - 5 - 7 PM
  • Scholastic Book Fair open 5- 7 PM
• Monday, September 21st
  • School Closed ~ Professional Development for Staff

From the Main Office

Dismissal instruction changes ~  If there is a change to your child(ren) dismissal instructions (i.e, early leave, change from bus to parent pick up, attend day care, etc.), please send in a hand written note via the Note to Kernsville School notepad with your child(ren) to give to their teacher. Do not use the Parkland App (Apptegy) or any other electronic communication tool to communicate dismissal changes.   Classroom teachers have very limited access to these electronic tools during the school day and in the event of a staff absence the message will not be seen at all.  In the rare instance of a midday change, please call the school office and speak to a staff member.

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Preplanned Absences ~ Student Leave of Absence Permit - Revised for 2026 - This form is to be used whenever a student has a preplanned absence from school for an entire day(s).

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2026 / 2027 Year at a Glance Kernsville School Calendar

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School Picture Day is Thursday, September 17th 

Complete information and ordering instructions available here.

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Device Protection Plan:

Chromebook Device Protection Plan (DPP): All Parkland students are assigned a Chromebook. Optional insurance coverage for device damages is available for $20 (Grades 4-12) or $10 (Grades KG-3) for the year. Open enrollment ends September 30th. For details, visit our DPP webpage. Online payments are accepted through My School Bucks. Chromebooks for Grades KG-3 will remain in the classroom at all times, except for Grade 3 when students may potentially take devices home on remote learning/inclement weather days.

• Chromebook usage not allowed on school buses 

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NEW FOR 2026 - Right at School - Before and After School Care here at Kernsville

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NEW FOR 2026 - Download the New Parkland App by Apptegy Thrillshare - the Parkland app is where all communication between students and teacher and parents and teachers will occur.  Access the Parkland app on your computer here or download the app on your phone with this link for Apple or this link for Android phones. In either instance, log in with your parent email or phone number that we have on file.  Please visit this site for more information on how to utilize this new tool.

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PSD Elementary World Language Experience ~ This after school program is available to students in grades 2 through 5 at Kernsville. LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS TUESDAY, 9/8/2026

Grade 2 - Program information

Grades 3-5 Program Information

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The Knight School's Elementary Chess Program

Are you looking for an after-school chess program that offers an amazing combination of chess lessons, laughter, and fun chess tournaments for kids? Welcome to The Knight School! The Knight School Chess Team is your school's official chess team and chess party. The Knight School's approach has had amazing success—winning multiple state championships—because our unique and unprecedented educational philosophy, “the chess party,” is the perfect way to transform a complete beginner into a devastating chess machine. In this kid-centered classroom environment, we teach our kids every cool trick, strategy, opening, and tactic in chessdom, and our kids soon learn to love and master chess and to masterfully control their classrooms, sports fields, and home lives as well!  Class meets weekly, and children progress through our curriculum, earning our colorful and funny TactixBelts along the way. We will run a 10-week fall program this year for grades K-5. Our Kernsville class meets Fridays, right after school in the library from October 2nd - December 18th.  Enroll directly at: https://tinyurl.com/2jwdux6x. If you prefer other class times, please visit The Knight School's website for more class offerings. 

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From the Kernsville PTO

Kernsville Spirit Wear - now on sale at http://www.kernsvillepto.org/

The Kernsville PTO Night on the Circle is Friday, September 18th.  This annual back to school event is fun for the whole family

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Want to volunteer? Its easy! 

WE ARE IN DESPERATE NEED OF VOLUNTEERS FOR THE FALL BOOKFAIR AND FALL WALKING CLUB.

WE CANNOT DO THESE EVENTS WITHOUT YOUR HELP!

Book Fair:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4CA4AA28A20-65297041-fall#/

Fall Walking Club: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4CA4AA28A20-65310534-fall#/

 

The PTO is looking are looking for individuals to help run/Chair the following events:
Coyote Crawl Organzier
Bingo Organizer
Marquee Assembler

Please reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org for a complete description of Chair positions and duties.
 

Parkland School District requires ALL school volunteers to obtain background clearance checks and submit them to the Human Resources Department for approval PRIOR to signing up or performing any volunteer duties. If you are unsure about the status of your clearances contact the Main Office at Kernsville before your sign up.

** New for this year, all volunteer clearances must be dropped off in person at the administration office. Please reference the website for full requirements and procedures. Thank you for your cooperation!

All opportunities and signs ups are listed on the PTO website at www.kernsvillepto.org.

We are currently seeking volunteers for the following:

• K, 1st and 2nd Grade Lunch Helpers
• Birthday Table
   
• Walking Club
• Math Ripping
• Fall Book Fair
• Bulletin Board Creator

Reach out to Sara Seipel at president@kernsvillepto.org with any questions.

Sign up for the Weis4School program where a portion of your purchases at Weis come back to Kernsville at no cost to you! Sign up today at weis4school.com.  Be sure to register each school year.

STAY UPDATED and KEEP IN TOUCH!
Follow us at:
Facebook - Facebook.com/KernsvillePTO
Website - KernsvillePTO.org