2008 TCECPTA Silent Auction & Raffle Information:

What: Brunch, Silent Auction, Raffle
When: Monday, May 5^th Bidding is 9:30-10:30
Where: First United Methodist Church-The Colony 

Auction Details:

•  Details on how to bid will be available for review at the silent auction.

• Cash or Check only at the conclusion of the auction.

• Additional items will be added before the silent auction on Monday, May 5^th.

• All bids will increase in increments of $1.

Raffle Details:

• Tickets are 2 for $1.

• Over 50 raffle items to give way-a complete list of items will be available on Monday, May 5^th.

 Don’t forget to send the online catalog to a friend and invite them to join us on Monday. There will be shopping eating and socializing! For more information, email auction@tcecpta.org

Message from our President:

Welcome!  We are a group of mothers, fathers, grandparents, caregivers and teachers who value both our children’s education and community involvement.  Our organization endeavors to provide opportunities to grow as a parent while catering to the changing needs of families through the early childhood years.

We are a local chapter of the Texas PTA and belong to the Lewisville ISD Council of PTA’s.  We participate in child advocacy and encourage participation on legislative issues affecting children. 

The heart of TCECPTA lies in the camaraderie that we have to offer.  I believe that the single greatest benefit to this group is the friendships that you and your children will make.  We have great fun together!  There are playgroups, parties (free to members!) and Parents’ Nights Out.  We also host special children’s activities at our General Meetings and have informative speakers for the adults.  Childcare is offered at our meetings (for a nominal fee) by trained and dedicated caregivers.   

This is a place to find comfort, support and great information.  Our goal is to empower you as a parent, educate you on child advocacy and entertain you along the way.  We have many programs to support families from birth through kindergarten.  Please take advantage of all we have to offer… and if you find yourself new to the group, get involved by volunteering!  I say from experience that becoming a member of the board (within a few weeks of joining the group!) has enriched my life and the lives of my family.  I have made many new friends, gained confidence and experienced the satisfaction of giving to a group that means so much to me.

So please, take a look around our site.  Check out the special benefits that PTA membership has to offer.  And if you like what you see, come to one of our meetings… I know you’ll be glad you did!

Take care!

Melissa Koehler
President
The Colony Early Childhood PTA 

Click here for a Membership Form  You may email your form to membership@tcecpta.org , mail it to P O Box 560701 The Colony, TX 75056 along with your $20 check, or bring it to one of our General Meetings.

Benefits For Children:

• Interaction with other Children

• Support of early learning

• Development of social skills

Benefits For Families:

• Involvement with other parents early in child's development

• Gain parenting skills that support and guide your child's growth

• Participation in programs and events designed for families with young children

The Colony Early Childhood PTA offers a variety of groups and planned activities designed to enrich the lives of its members and their children

Outings
Explore a different Dallas area attraction each month. These are great opportunities to make friends, have fun, and go to places that you might not want to go alone.

Playgroups
Groups of parents and kids meet weekly for social development and fun. Playgroups offer a chance for parents to exchange advice on everything from preschools to potty training.

Holiday Parties
Fun for the entire family at our children's parties. These events in the fall, winter & spring are usually held ruing times when the entire family can attend.

Sunshine Committee
Volunteers provide meals to members who, for example, have just had a baby or have been hospitalized.

Community Service
We are dedicated to giving back to our community by participating in events and assisting local organizations. We also regularly send packages to our troops in Iraq.

Adult Groups
Mom's night/Couples night out, Bunco, Pokeeno, Scrapbooking, Book Club are all examples of other opportunities to get together with people over 48" tall. These groups change based on member interest.

PTA Mission

 

	To support and speak on behalf of children and youth in the schools, in the community and before governmental bodies and other organizations that make decisions affecting children;
	To assist parents in developing the skills they need to raise and protect their children;
	To encourage parent and public involvement in the public schools of this nation

	To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship.
	To raise the standards of home life.
	To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth.
	To bring into closer relation the home and the school, that parents and teachers may cooperate intelligently in the education of children and youth.
	To develop between educators and the general public such united efforts as will secure for all children and youth the highest advantages in physical, mental, social, and spiritual education.