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Welcome to the CP PTO Newsletter. Please check your Konstella feed for the most recent updates.
Bienvenidos al boletín informativo del PTO de CP. Mire por favor sus actualizaciones de noticias en Konstella para detalles más recientes.
CALENDAR
- Thursday, February 20
- PPBC Family Fun Trivia Night (6 -8 p.m., Morven Museum)
- Friday, February 21
- Bicibús (7:45 a.m. departure, ONLY if there's no snow or ice)
- PHS Cheer Camp (3:30 p.m through the H.S. B-Ball game)
- District Collaborative Art Show (6 -8 p.m., PHS)
- Thursday, February 27
- POP: CP vs. JP Trivia Night (6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Ivy Inn)
IN THIS ISSUE
Around School
- Call for STEAM Day Presenters
- Co-President Wanted!
- Plan a Spring POP
- Register for CP's Spanish Summer Camps!
Community Service
Fundraising
- Register for Upcoming POPs
- So Many Ways to Support CP!
Around the District
- District Collaborative Art Show
- PPBC Family Fun Trivia Night
- PHS Cheer Camp
- DLI Info Sessions
- 101: The PHS College Fund
Around Town
Community Resources
- Sign Up for Nixle Alerts
- Housing / Emergency Support
- Princeton Food Calendar | Calendario de Comida de Princeton
- 2025 Princeton WIC Program Schedule | 2025 Princeton WIC horario de la clínica
Call for STEAM Day Presenters
Click for more information about volunteering at STEAM Day 2025.
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Co-President Wanted!
We need a third PTO co-president! Together the co-presidents:
It's possible to fit this role into your work/childcare schedule! Email cppto@cppto.org to learn more. |
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Plan a Spring POP
We need parents to host at-school parties from 1-3 p.m. on March 24-28 or out-of-school parties on days off to help us meet our fundraising goal. They can be as simple as board games and a snack. Click for a list of POP ideas. Interested? Email cppto@cppto.org. |
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CP Spanish Summer Camps
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The PTO is hosting Spanish-language summer camp for rising K-5th graders from June 23-27, 2025. These beloved annual camps take place at CP and are taught by CP teachers.
- Kindergarten Camp, $50, 8 - 9 a.m.
- 1st-5th Grade Camp, $175, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. (8:30 a.m. drop-off available for an additional fee)
- Parent volunteers needed! Volunteers receive a $35 discount (Spanish skills NOT necessary).
- Both camps are FREE for children who qualify for free or reduced lunch (call the CP main office at 609-806-4230 or email scholarships@cppto.org).
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Arm In Arm Food Drive
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Each February, PPS partners with Arm In Arm to collect food for our neighbors in need. Please support this effort by adding a few items listed on the flyer to your weekly shopping list and bringing them to CP or by making a monetary donation using the QR code (below). |
Register for Upcoming POPs
(Click to see the full list ):
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Adults ($25 pp) Feb. 27, 6:30-8:30 p.m. JP & CP parents face off at the 2nd annual trivia night! We need YOU to help CP keep our winning streak! |
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Full Moon Yoga Nidra & Sound Bath Adults ($35 pp) March 15, 4-6 p.m. Enjoy a restorative yoga nidra meditation and sound bath. 4 spots left! |
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5th Graders ($20 each) March 27, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. (early dismissal day) Enjoy a fun game of dodgeball at a 5th grade family's home! |
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Adults ($45 pp) Spring TBD / Primavera, detalles a continuación Learn to paint while socializing over a glass of wine. Aprende a pintar mientras socializas entre copas de vino. |
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Princeton University Campus Sculpture Tour Adults ($40 pp) May 3, time and location TBD Docent-led tour of PU sculptures ending at a local pub. |
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Kids ($35 pp) May TBD, 3 - 4 p.m. at CP Students and staff will face off in this annual kickball showdown. Spots still available for grades K-2! Click for waitlist info. |
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So Many Ways to Support CP!
As always, we deeply appreciate your direct gifts to the CP PTO, which can be made via Zelle (treasurer@cppto.org), Venmo (@CPPTO), or by credit card. Ask if your employer will match your gift! |
February 21, 2025
6 - 8 p.m.
Numina Gallery at Princeton High School
Please enter through the PAC Lobby.
Princeton High School’s Numina Gallery will host a district-wide collaborative exhibition by students from all six of the Princeton Public Schools. The opening night of the show is Friday, February 21, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM; all are invited to attend. The show will include hundreds of pieces from the four elementary schools, Princeton Middle School, and Princeton High School. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. The exhibition will also be open to the public by appointment through March 14.
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You’re Invited!
Learn More About the Spanish Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program at CP
- Who: Parents of Incoming Kindergarten and Grade 1 Students 2025
- What: Dual Language Immersion Parent Information Sessions
- When: Thursday, March 13 at 9 a.m. OR Wednesday, March 19 at 6 p.m.
- Where: Community Park School APR
**Attendance at one of our parent information sessions is mandatory prior to registering for the program. **
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¡Lo invitamos!
Conozca acerca del Programa de Inmersión en dos Idiomas en español (DLI) en la escuela CP
- ¿A quiénes? A los padres de los nuevos alumnos de kindergarten y primer grado 2025
- ¿Qué? Sesiones informativas sobre el programa de inmersión en dos idiomas.
- ¿Cuándo? Jueves, 13 de marzo a 9 a.m. o Miércoles, 19 de marzo, a 6 p.m.
- ¿Dónde? La escuela Community Park, APR
** La asistencia a una de nuestras sesiones de información para padres es obligatoria antes de registrarse al programa. **
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101: The PHS College Fund
Fundraising Events & Application
Click to learn more.
Folktales Around the World Reading Group
In this four-session book group, children in grades 2-5 explore different cultures through folktales and cultural crafts.
Join our teen volunteer, Stephanie, as she shares folktales from around the world and leads crafts related to the stories. The group meets on the fourth Saturday of each month. Registration is not required, but regular attendance is encouraged.
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Save the Date: Sustainable Home Expo 
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES |
Sign Up for Nixle Alerts
The PTO Walk and Bike Safety Committee recommends signing up for Nixle alerts to avoid construction and other dangers while commuting to and from school. Create an account or opt-in to text alerts by texting your zip code to 888777.
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Housing / Emergency Support
Assistance for housing, food, clothing, and other support services: Assistencia para vivienda, comida, ropa, y otros servicios:
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Princeton Food Calendar Calendario de Comida de Princeton
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2025 Princeton WIC Program Schedule
2025 Princeton WIC horario de la clínica
Click for details / Haga para obtener más detalles
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P.S. - We Hear You |
If you have feedback or suggestions regarding the newsletter, please message Christine Minerva on Konstella or email newsletter@cppto.org.
For general thoughts regarding PTO activities or how parents can further help support CP, please contact Co-Presidents Priya Peyman & Erica Snyder at copresident@cppto.org.
Want to support Community Park School? Donate to the Community Park PTO via Zelle (treasurer@cppto.org), Venmo (@CPPTO), or by credit card.
PTO volunteers are expected to adhere to our Code of Conduct.
Thanks for reading!