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Originally delivered on 4/23/2023 8:05 pm

SUBJECT: Viking PTA Newsletter April 23, 2023

North PTA Newsletter - April 23, 2023
Announcements--Summer Opportunities
Artificial Intelligence Summer Program 2023 by Stanford Alumni

Inspirit AI is a 25-hour project-based AI program that introduces middle and high school students to fundamental AI concepts to build impactful projects across disciplines such as arts and humanities. This year we are excited to announce new projects such as Chatbots for Education, AI for Disaster-Aid, Hate Speech Prevention, and more. The program is taught by Stanford, MIT mentors and no CS experience is necessary. Applications for Summer are due April 30th. 

Eighth Grade News
Hearts of Servants Membership Drive

Current 8th grade students can join the Richardson Area Hearts of Servants Service Organization between March 1st and May 31st for the 2023-2024 school year. This is a great way for you to spend quality time with your high school student and earn service hours at the same time! Members only need to earn 15 hours or more each year to stay in good standing. HOS makes it easy with lots of service opportunities! To join and for more information visit https://hosrichardson.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/222208. If you have questions, please reach out to hosrichardson@gmail.com

In Case You Missed It
Viking store open

The Viking Store remains open to order your yard signs, yard sign club/sport/organization stickers, and lanyards!  Orders will be delivered on a weekly basis. 

Viking Dads Patrol

As you may know, we’ve launched a new group at North Jr. High this year — the Viking Dads Patrol.

And we’re calling on all Viking Dads to take part!

Viking Dads can serve any day of the week from 7:30-8:30 am and/or from 11:30 am-1:30 pm, and we even have a classroom you can use to work on your laptop, take calls, etc., should you need to while on campus.

We really love to fill every open spot this month, so please visit www.vikingdads.org today to sign up.

How To Contribute To Your North PTA?
Write A Check Campaign Open


With member support, our PTA sponsors many programs and activities for our students, parents, and staff. Your donation to this campaign is 100% used to directly support North!  So much easier than selling wrapping paper or organizing other major fundraisers throughout the year!

All donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE! 

Your donation allows North PTA to sponsor programs and resources that enrich your child's education.

For example, a donation of $15 contributes towards personal headphones for students

  • $25 allows PTA to sponsor school dance and pep rally activities
  • $50 supports teacher training & appreciation luncheons
  • $100 enables the PTA website to assist in parent communication & much, much more!

Any donation is great appreciated and will be put to good use. Donations are tax deductible and can be given throughout the year. Click on the "Write a Check Campaign" logo above to donate today.

Box Tops for Education

Dear Families,

During this challenging time, our teachers and students need more help than ever. No matter what school looks like, Box Tops for Education is a fast and easy way for you to help out from home.

The Box Tops program has been around for over 20 years, and it really works. In fact, Box Tops for Education has helped give almost a billion dollars to schools since 1996. In 2019, the program evolved to become digital so that you can earn for your school with just the touch of a button.

HERE’S HOW IT WORKS

Buy participating products and use the Box Tops mobile app to scan your store receipt. The app identifies eligible products and automatically adds Box Tops to your school's earnings online. Even if you’re shopping online or doing grocery pickup, you can still submit your e-receipts and earn Box Tops. Twice a year, our school gets a check!

Your earnings may seem small, but they really do add up. The more people that participate, the bigger the impact we can make. Let's give our teachers the support they need and help give more kids the opportunity to dream. Little by little, we can help make a big difference!

Looking Ahead
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