Originally delivered on 4/7/2026 1:12 pm

SUBJECT: Carver Elementary PTO April Newsletter

April PTO Newsletter
  • Color Fun Run Shirt Sales
  • Yearbook
  • PTO Involvement
  • Staff Appreciation 
  • Coyote Donations in Action
  • Important Dates
Color Fun Run T-Shirt Presale- Extended Through April 13

The PTO’s Color Fun Run is coming up on May 14th, and we’re excited to offer event t-shirts again this year!

We’ve extended the pre-order deadline to April 13 to give families a little extra time as spring sports schedules are being finalized. This will be the final deadline so we can submit our order to the printer.

Pre-Order Shirt

- Soft cotton blend t-shirt

- New 3-color design for 2026

- $10 each

Orders open through April 13th

Pre-ordered shirts will be delivered to students the week of the event, so kids can even wear them to school on Fun Run day if they’d like! The run is open to ALL ages so grab one for your little runners and for yourself! 

Day-of Shirt Option
We will also have a limited number of leftover 100% cotton shirts from last year available on the day of the event for $5.

Please note:

- These will be first-come, first-served

- Sizes are not guaranteed

For the best chance to get the correct size and this year’s design, we recommend ordering during the pre-sale window now through April 10th.  

https://www.carverelementarypto.com/form/m/372951

We can’t wait to celebrate another colorful and fun day together!

Help Us Make the Color Fun Run Happen!

Planning is underway for the Carver Color Fun Run on May 14, one of the PTO’s biggest and most fun events of the year! This colorful celebration is a favorite for students, and it takes many helping hands to make it run smoothly.

We’re looking for volunteers to help with things like:

  • Event setup
  • Distributing t-shirts and freezies
  • Helping organize grade levels at the start line
  • Selling t-shirts and handing out sunglasses
  • Cleanup after the event

Whether you have 30 minutes or an hour to spare, every bit of help makes a difference and helps create a memorable day for our students.

👉 Sign up to volunteer here:

Volunteer Sign-Up Link

Volunteers will receive detailed instructions for their role the week of the event, and PTO leaders will be on-site to help guide everything.

One of the highlights for many students is spotting their parents and caregivers volunteering and cheering them on during the event. Thank you for helping make this colorful tradition possible!

LAST CHANCE to Order Your Yearbook! Free Shipping Ends April 24th

Did you know Carver has its very own yearbook? Thanks to two amazing parents who collect photos and stories all year long, we’re able to create a special memory book for our students. Kids absolutely love getting their yearbooks at the end of the year - it’s always a highlight!

Important Reminder:

  • Custom Pages are due April 24
  • Order by April 24 for free shipping to the school

👉 Order Here!

(if the link does not redirect you, go to www.treering.com/validate and enter our school code: 1015077405144214)

*TreeRing account required. If you do not have a TreeRing account, you will be prompted to create one.

Want To Get Involved?

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re curious about what the PTO does or you're looking for ways to support our school, we invite you to fill out our PTO Interest Form. Completing the form doesn’t commit you to anything—it simply lets us know you’re interested in learning more about opportunities to get involved in a way that works for you.

There are many ways to contribute, big and small, and we'd love to help you find the perfect fit. Click the link below to explore how you can make a difference!

PTO Board Elections for the 2026–2027 school year will take place at our PTO meeting on May 4 at 7:00 PM. If you are interested in learning more about serving on the board or helping in another role, we encourage you to complete the interest form below.

PTO Interest Form

Questions? Feel free to reach out to us at carverelempto@gmail.com

We can’t wait to connect with you! 

Staff Appreciation Week-Fuel the Pack

Our incredible Coyote staff runs on dedication, heart… and a little bit of caffeine! 

During Staff Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the amazing teachers and staff who support, inspire, and lead our pack every single day. We’d love your help to fuel the pack by “buying a coffee” through a quick and easy donation.

Your contribution will help us treat our hardworking staff to coffee and goodies throughout the week—because even the strongest pack needs a little boost!

Ready to help us keep our staff energized and appreciated? Use the link below to donate:

Carver Elementary - 2025-26 Carver Elementary Donation Opportunities

Thank you for helping our pack stay strong! 

Thanks to your support this fall, we’re able to provide meaningful resources directly to students and teachers. Coyote Donations in Action gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how those dollars are making a difference. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to see more info on Coyote Donations in Action and see some smiling faces using these items! 

Mrs. Burtzel’s 3rd grade class: 

  • New books for the classroom library
  • Created a space that is inviting with cozy fairy lights
  • Prizes for positive behavior 
  • Learning tools, including science trays, reading timers, mini whiteboards for small group work, math counters, headphones, and more
  • Games for indoor recess that build social skills
  • A large Minnesota map that has sparked curiosity about where we live and the world around us

Important Dates

Yearbook free shipping ends: April 24th

2026-27 Board Election: May 4th

PTO Meeting: May 4th

Color Fun Run: May 14th

2025-26 PTO Board Members & Committee Leads


Jessica Couillard, President

Kelli Igoe, Vice President

Billie Thomas, Treasurer

Andrea Kath, Communications

Erika Spande & Abbey Nagel, Event and Volunteer Co-Chair

Spirit Wear Lead: Chelsea Eichmann

Staff Appreciation Lead: CoryAnn Bartusch

Technology Lead: Kate Pierce

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