Field Park PTO
2024-2025 PTO Executive Board
PTO President
Kim Rapacki
PTO Vice President
Amanda Taglia
PTO Treasurer
Erin Willis
PTO Secretary
Molly Kepler
Contact Us
If you would like your announcement or event to be included in a future weekly update, please submit it to the PTO Secretary by 12pm each Monday, to be included that Wednesday.
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Online Directory
Directory Spot Online Directory
If you do not have a login username and password, please contact Christina West at cmwest9@yahoo.com for an account.
PTO Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for more opportunities to volunteer at Field Park? Check out our sign-up genius through this link to help out at events like Special Person's Night, the Book Fair, Holiday Gift Shop and more! This list will be updated continuously throughout the year so check back often. Please check out the tabs at the top of the sign-up for different opportunities - on your phone these show as a drop-down box, and on your PC these will show up as tabs.
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Reminders
Sign up to get the Field Park text message prompts by texting @fieldpar to 81010. These are mostly reminders about late arrival, fun lunches, etc.- very helpful and timely reminders!
If you would like your announcement or event to be included in a future weekly update, please submit it to the PTO Secretary by 12:00 pm each Monday, to be included in that Wednesday's update.
Hello Field Park Family –
TODAY is the last day to complete the Field Park PTO Survey for a chance to win FREE PTO dues for next year.
We still have the following committee positions open:
4th and 5th Grade Band and Orchestra Chair
Off the Street Club Co-Chair
Special Persons Night Co-Chair
All Abilities Fair Co-Chair
Please reach out to Amanda Taglia if interested!
Important Dates:
Today, April 30th – Friends in the Garden, 3:30-4:15pm
Friday, May 2nd – Frozen Friday (nutrition information below)
Wednesday, May 7th – Early Dismissal at 11:40am
Thursday, May 8th – Lunch @ School (Great American Bagel)
Thursday, May 8th – PTO Teacher Appreciation Candy Bar Contributions Due
Tuesday, May 13th – PTO Meeting, 1pm in the Conference Room or Virtual
Friday, May 16th – WSFEE Golf & Pickleball Outing, Willow Crest Golf Club
Wednesday, May 21st – Late Arrival, 10am start
Thursday, May 22nd – Lunch @ School (Jimmy John’s)
Monday, May 26th – No School
Wednesday, May 28th – Field Park Field Day (more info coming soon)
Tuesday, June 3rd – Last Day of School, 8:30-9:30am
Fun Fair
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Fun Fair, to the many volunteers, and to everyone who donated raffle items. It was a great event and thoroughly enjoyed by the students.
A special thanks to the following committee members for their efforts in organizing, planning and executing to perfection: Kristen Hettinga, Christine Dadourian, Katie Nicholson, Sara Rasavongxay, Jess Zindrick, Megan Hanson, Cate Berger and Mary Murray.
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is next week: Monday, May 5 – Friday, May 9
Attached is a list of events the PTO will be sponsoring.
The Teacher Appreciation committee sent home an envelope with a note and two blank flowers on Monday, April 28. The oldest sibling received these. Please take a moment to write a quick note of appreciation to your children's teacher or another staff member at school. Additional flowers are available in the office. Please return these in the envelope provided to your teacher or to Mrs. Stetler in the main office by Friday, May, 2. We will be displaying these next week for everyone to enjoy.
Thank you to everyone who signed up to bring items for the Candy Bar. Please drop off your contributions at school by 9 AM on Thursday, May 8.
Please reach out to Rachel Fiorentino or Erin Willis if you have any questions.
Community Events
WSSC Swim Team
The best way to start your day is in the water! Don’t forget to sign your child up for Junior Waves or Waves Swim Team this summer. New swimmer tryouts are on May 18th. See attached flyer for sign-up, practice, and meet information. See you at the pool!
First Congregational Church Art Exhibit & Singer/ Songwriter Event
Join us for two upcoming events sponsored by the Inclusion and Art Ministries Committees of The First Congregational Church of Western Springs. Both events are free, open to the entire community and celebrate the power of creative arts!
Sunday, May 4 from 11am-1pm
Bring the whole family to a vibrant art exhibit, Embracing Our Differences, which showcases artwork from around the world, focusing on inclusion, kindness, and respect. Embracing Our Differences uses large-scale art and quotations to promote these values. Enjoy treats and live jazz music as we gather together!
Wednesday, May 7 at 7pm
Join us for an adults-only evening at our cozy coffee house featuring singer/songwriter Lisa P. Medina—a bilingual, contemporary folk artist from the Chicago area. Lisa’s heartfelt songs draw from her journey as a parent, weaving stories of life’s joys, sorrows, and that mysterious in-between place called hope.
Come solo, with a friend, or bring your partner—and don’t forget your favorite drink (beer, wine, or a non-alcoholic beverage). RSVP to this event by scanning the QR code below.
Both events will be held in Plymouth Hall (2nd Floor of the Education Building).
LTHS Girls Soccer 16th Annual Pink Out – Saturday, May 10th (see attached flyer for more information)Summer Running Camp for 5th – 8th Graders – See attached flyer for more information.
LTHS Girls Softball 7th Annual Pink Out – Saturday, May 10th at LT South Campus.
JV Game @ 10am
JV2 Game @ 10am
Varsity Game @ 12:30pm