If you are new to KME, we understand how
overwhelming it can be to learn the way that the school operates.
We have put together some important information about the PTO,
how to contribute to KME, school events, and fundraiser information.
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The Mission of the PTO
We are a non-profit, all-volunteer group committed to enriching our children’s educational experiences at KME and building a vibrant community within our school. We help parents and caregivers stay connected, understand our community’s needs, and foster community spirit; all of which is intended to maximize the experience of our students. Every parent and guardian of a student enrolled at KME is a member of the PTO.
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By supporting the PTO, you are supporting KME! You help contribute to fun school events and enrichment programs that not only raise funds, but more importantly engage the students, build moral, and school spirit.
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How the PTO operates
The KME PTO is structured as a non-profit, which means that whatever money is raised within a given school year should be used before the school year ends. All students should also be able to benefit from how the funds are spent. In the past, the PTO has not only sponsored fun events like the school dance and extravaganza, but they have also paid for educational resources for teachers/staff, turf to make the playground safer, an outdoor classroom, and many other projects that help make KME the best place to be.
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Ways to contribute to the PTO through affiliates/rewards
BOX TOPS
Earn money for our school just by purchasing products you probably already buy with Box Tops. Box Tops is going digital! Download the brand-new app on any smartphone and instantly see the money that comes back to our school! All you must do is buy participating products and scan your receipt within 14 days! Make sure to link Kings Mills Elementary to your account Box Tops account.
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KROGER
Link your Kroger Plus Card to Kings Mills Elementary PTO (HP002) and Kroger Community Rewards will donate to our school with each purchase you make!
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AMAZON SMILE
Remember to go to smile.amazon.com when shopping Amazon! Choose to support Kings Mills Elementary PTO and Amazon will donate a portion to our school with every purchase.
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RESTAURANT NIGHTS
On these nights, local restaurants donate a portion of the sales from KME families and their friends.
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School Events/Fundraisers (click on title for more information)
The KME Fun Run promotes a healthy lifestyle for our students and community! We have teamed up with Get Movin’© to make this event fun and profitable with online mobile-friendly technology. There will be an obstacle course, color powder, and lots of fun for the kids!
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Join us for a spooktacular time at Trunk or Treat! There will be lots of candy, great costumes, and lots of fun for the kids!
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KME loves our veterans and active service members! During our celebration in November, students, teachers, and parents line the hallways to show our appreciation for their service to our country! Veterans and family members are invited to school for a coffee and donut breakfast. Once the children have arrived, the students who have invited family members to participate join them to walk in the parade. Then we usually enjoy a short presentation and music from the students.
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It's a Small World at KME! International Cultural Festival
This is an evening event where KME families share their cultural heritage. Students and their families are able to share and learn about different foods, dress, currency, traditions and more from around the world.
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A fun Friday evening event for your KME student and special guest. Each year there is a different theme.
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This school year will be hosting the first Kings Elementary STEAM Showcase at KME. Students from all three Kings Elementary Schools will be invited to participate. We are busy planning and working on details for this event and will update information soon!
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This is our version of the school carnival...complete with games, bounce houses, cakewalk, balloon artists, face painting, concessions, silent auction, and of course, our famous raffle baskets. You must see them to believe them! You won’t want to miss this fun family event which is always in March!
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This week we show the KME teachers and staff how much we appreciate their hard work by organizing fun events and giveaways and bringing in yummy food!
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Programs organized/sponsored by the PTO
After-School Programs
We offer various after-school enrichment programs for our KME boys and girls throughout the year focusing on areas such as the Arts (drama, art, dance, music), Culture (language), Sports & Fitness (athletic training, martial arts, soccer, yoga), and STEM (science, technology, engineering, math). All classes are held at the school, directly following dismissal for the day, with an occasional evening class. Class schedules and fees are determined by each Program Provider. Parents are responsible for registering their child with the Program Provider and for covering all class fees.
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In-School Enrichment Programs
We offer many in-school programs for KME students throughout the year. Our VP of Programs works closely with the principal and teachers to make sure all programs are tied in with the curriculum.
Fundraisers (click on title for more information)
You can find our Legacy Tree on display in our front office. In May, you have the option to purchase a brass leaf to be engraved. Dedicate the leaf to a family member, personalize a note of recognition, or a “Thank You!” to a teacher. 100% of the proceeds directly benefit the education and enrichment programs that the PTO provides for the children at KME!
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Cincinnati City Saver Coupon Book Fundraiser
This is an annual fundraiser for KME to raise funds to support our building wide literacy focus. All dollars raised from the purchase of City Saver books will be used to purchase books for our classrooms and media center, pay for visiting authors and illustrators and purchase books for grade level reads. Each school year we research and purchase new books that build connections with our students, their community and the world we live in. We know that students who read will make a difference!
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Add some beautiful color to your garden and support KME at the same time. Keep an eye out for information on the spring flower sale!