Dear Parents,

It’s September and that means it’s officially fall. Fall is for football, changing leaves, cooler

temperatures, and our school fundraiser. Over the past several years we have done the ‘fund’

run. This year we are changing things up and we need your help!

In February of this year, I began my cancer journey. I have learned a lot of things through this

ongoing process, but toward the top of my list, is the importance of community. Showing up to

help and support. The texts, calls, notes, treats, meals and visits were all pieces in my giant

puzzle. There is no doubt in my mind that my experiences through chemotherapy and radiation

would have been drastically different if not for the support and friendship of others. At the end

of July, as I was sitting in a waiting room, a thought came to me. In its most simple form, it was

that I needed to help others see that every small gesture matters. The small acts cumulatively

create something spectacular.

With this in mind, as I unexpectedly agreed to serve with one of my favorite friends as PTA

president, I knew we needed to show our kids how their individual efforts matter. This year the

kids will be selling candy bars. The students will attend an assembly on Wednesday that will

explain what they need to do, and get them excited about this fundraiser. There will be

incentives, prizes, and so much more. Other schools in our district and area have had great

success with this type of fundraiser. We are hoping the kids will tell their grandparents,

extended family, friends, and neighbors. We want this to be a community effort. I want these

kids to see that their individual sales help make the whole even better! I want them to be blown

away by the support they receive.

The money raised through chocolate sales will go directly to the classrooms. It pays for field

trips, specialty supplies, activities, parties, and other things. While the PTA runs the fundraiser,

all the money goes to make the student experience better. The fundraiser will start September

4th and all funds are due September 20th.

Each student will be sent home with an order form, you will fill out the form and turn it into the office and receive your first box of

chocolate. I can’t wait to see what hour incredible kids can do! Thank you for your support and help to

make this a fun, successful event.

Melanie Keller Edgemont Elementary PTA