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Originally delivered on 3/2/2022 12:01 pm

SUBJECT: Hicks Howler Newsletter - Volume 3, Issue 25

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Volume 3, Issue 25 - March 2, 2022
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, March 2
Sarah Bradshaw's Birthday
Thursday, March 3
6:30p PTA General Meeting
Sunday, March 6
Lori Yoakam's Brithday
Thursday, March 10
Papa John's Thin or Thick Crust Thursday!!
Sunday, March 13
Brooke Stenson's Birthday
Tasleem Ali's Birthday
Saturday, March 26
6:30p A Night with the Stars
Tuesday, March 29
Jennifer Phillips's Birthday
Monday, April 4
Yanique Isom
Wednesday, April 6
Sandra Romero's Birthday
PTA Meeting Tomorrow Night at 6:30pm!
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
Stock the Snack Bar

Thank you to your continued contributions to our PTA Timberwolf Snack Bar! The Hicks staff love all their yummy treats.

We continuously update the snack bar and couldn't do it without YOU! Want to help? 

  • Click our SignUpGenius link to sign up. 
  • Decorate a heart to share a message to bring smiles to our staff faces! 

Please drop items by March 11 to the Hicks Office labeled as "Staff Lounge Snacks." 

Thanks for helping us share some love with our wonderful teachers and staff! If you have questions, contact Evelyn Chang at Evelyn.mk.bae@gmail.com.


Happy Birthday, Leah Jackson!

Surprise!!! Check out our Fifth Grader Timberwolves serenading Ms. Leah Jackson for her birthday last week. 

UPCOMING PTA EVENTS
A Night with the Stars FAQs

Is this a family event?

Yes, all students of Hicks are welcome to attend with a chaperone. It is no longer limited to just daddies/daughters.

Do students need a chaperone?

Yes, all students are required to attend with at least one adult.

What does a $10 general admission ticket get me/my student?

General admission provides (1) entry into the dance, light refreshments, access to glitter tattoo, photo booth and glitter hair spray, and an evening filled with dancing and fun!

How will I receive my pre-purchased tickets?

If general admission tickets are purchased on or before Monday, 3/21, general admission wristbands will be sent home in an envelope with students (black bands for general admission, gold for either VIP package upgrade) as will advance purchase raffle tickets and station vouchers for dinner buffet, VIP dessert bar and Shirley Temple Bar. If general admission tickets are purchased after 3/21, tickets will be at Will Call pick-up the evening of 3/26.

Is there a deadline to purchase tickets?

YES. Student VIP package upgrades, food buffet and VIP dessert bar must be purchased online on or before Monday, 3/21.

Can I purchase tickets on site on Saturday, 3/26?

$10 general admission tickets, dinner buffet, VIP dessert bar and VIP upgrade packages are pre-purchase only. You may purchase raffle tickets and the Shirley Temple Bar on site. Please note, on-site general admission tickets will increase to $15 per person.

Can parents purchase the VIP or Hollywood Package?

No, these upgrade packages are intended for students only. Adults can advance purchase the Dinner Buffet a la carte if desired.

What will the dinner buffet include?

Carrabba’s Italian Dinner buffet for purchase. Early entry at 6pm will be given for guests purchasing the dinner buffet. 

When will the event begin and end?

Doors open at 6:30pm and the event will conclude at 8:30pm. If advance purchasing the dinner buffet, early entry at 6pm is permitted.

PURCHASE TICKETS
VOLUNTEER FOR EVENT SET UP 3PM-5PM (FRIDAY, MARCH 25)
VOLUNTEER FOR EVENT, MULTIPLE TIME SHIFTS (SATURDAY, MARCH 26)
Buy your raffle tickets...You won't want to miss out on these awesome giveaways!
LISD NEWS

Raise happy and well-behaved kids with positive, loving tools!

Join CHOICES for three virtual educational sessions on Feb. 22, March 1 & March 8 to learn tools to help you prepare your children to be motivated and self-confident.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/3JDLSH9

COUNCIL CORNER

LISD Social Work is hosting a drive-through and drop-off snack drive from 10am to 12pm this Saturday, March 5, at TECC East and Edward S. Marcus High School! For a list of needed items, visit lisd.net/communitysupport.

TEXAS PTA NEWS

Each year, Texas PTA accepts applications for our Lead Like Marni Award to recognize a deserving leader from a local elementary, local secondary, and council PTA. Do you know a PTA volunteer who leads like Marni did? https://bit.ly/3s6knP5

Application Period: February 1 - April 1, 2022 

Do you know a PTA or student who has a thunderous voice for public education? Texas PTA wants to recognize them!
We are accepting applications for our Child Advocate Awards program.
Apply today: 
txpta.org/child-advocate-awards

Application Period: February 15 - April 15, 2022 

TREAT YO'STAFF

Check out our lucky March staff birthdays!

 2- Sarah Bradshaw

6 - Lori Yoakam

13 - Tess Ali

13 - Brooke Stenson

29 - Jennifer Phillips

Wondering how to spoil our staff? PTA has all their favorite things on our website.

Many of our Hicks staff created Amazon Wish Lists this year. Consider helping a staff member by purchasing an item(s) off their online wish lists!

FUN-RAISERS

LISD requires cleared background checks for all on-campus visitors. Register on Voly and submit your background check ASAP so you can sign up for volunteer opps, field trips, and general meetings. Be sure to become a fan of Hicks Elementary so our school opps appear in your feed first. (Note: It could take up to three weeks for your background check to clear.)

Questions? Email the Hicks PTA Volunteer Coordinator, thesvolunteer@gmail.com.

VOLUNTEER OPPS
SUPPORT WHILE YOU SHOP

Join or renew your membership by logging in or creating an account at THES PTA

Show your Wolf Pride with some Hicks Spirit Wear! We have lots of options, so check them out at our Spirit Store.

Link your Kroger Plus Card to Hicks to give back! Hicks NPO number is HW321. Now every time you get groceries or gas, you give our school money too!

Stop in at the courtesy booth at your local Tom Thumb store and link your rewards card to Tom O. Hicks Elementary, Good Neighbor #12183.

Use the Amazon Smile link to donate a portion of your purchases to Hicks!

2022-23 LISD calendar is now available: lisd.net/cal

THANK YOU SPONSORS!
TEXAS PTA AWARDS
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