Matoska International
Parent Teacher Organization
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November 14 - 18, 2022
As we settle into the seasonal change and cooler temperatures this month, we are reminded to have gratitude for what a remarkable school Matoska International is.
In an effort to give back to the exceptional teachers and staff who invest in our students, the Matoska International Parent Teacher Organization (MIPTO) has organized the 2022 Gratitude and Giving Drive. We are asking families to participate in gratitude activities and, for those who are able, to financially give during the drive.
The goal for the school year is to raise $10,000 to support:
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Our school-wide collage and art installation project set for later this year
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Provide funds for Lakeshore Players youth theater programs at Matoska
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Classroom budgets that our wonderful teachers depend on.
This is an important school fundraiser; last year, funds from the Gratitude and Giving Campaign were used, in part, to replace the beloved school playground canoe and purchase items to extend Matoska's Makerspace outdoors.
Ways to participate
Gratitude
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Thank our teachers & staff by coloring the gratitude and giving coloring sheets. Then bring them to school and give to a teacher and staff member.
Download Gratitude Coloring Sheets
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Help build a Gratitude Tree by coloring and completing the Gratitude Leaves. Return as many leaves as you’d like to the main office! Download Gratitude Leaves
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Send a video to your teacher on Seesaw explaining why you are grateful for school.
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Send your own letter of thanks to school.
Giving
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Send to school with student by putting cash/check in an envelope labeled MIPTO
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Mail to school directly by sending cash/check to:
Matoska International
Attn: MIPTO
2530 Spruce Place
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Note: Checks should be payable to Matoska International PTO
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Ask your community by sending a note to your friends and family asking to support our school.
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Corporate gift matching by contacting your Human Resources department to see if your employer offers a gift matching program for employees that donate to nonprofits. If so, please email the MIPTO at matoskaparents@gmail.com and we can help coordinate.