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Coho Connection 10/08/24

Posted Date: 10/08/24 (5:47 PM)

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Coho Connection 10/08/24
Inside this Newsletter
  • Message from the Principal
  • PTO News - Coho Run
  • Sakai Spirit
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Art News
  • Sakai Calendar
 
COHO Run
Dear Sakai Families,
A huge thank you to everyone who has already donated and helped their child participate in our COHO Run fundraiser. As of this morning, we are almost 14% of the way to our goal! Please see the information below on how to participate.

Fall conferences are coming up on October 31st and November 1st. We really value the home and school connection and look forward to meeting with you. Please look for a message from your student's homeroom teacher with directions for scheduling yours. 

Have a wonderful week, Sakai!

Drew
 
PTO News
The Annual Sakai COHO Run is Here!

The COHO Run, Sakai PTO's biggest fundraiser of the year is here. We will conclude the fundraising period with a run for kids on Friday, October 25 at the Woodward track. The event will also feature a “spirit day” where homeroom classes compete for the most class spirit by dressing up in costume. Funds raised by the COHO Run will help support enrichment and educational resources such as teacher grants, grade-level assemblies, classroom and teacher supplies, field trips, subscriptions, educational programs, and community events/parent resources. 

Your PTO is committed to funding experiences and events to foster a strong sense of engagement and community among all. Our goal is to collectively raise $70,000 (about $160 per student), though donations of any amount are gratefully accepted. We are truly grateful for any financial support you can provide at this time. Our goal is 100% participation, and no donation is too small! Donations can be made online, or by check/cash (details below).  

Contests/Prizes 
  • Most Spirited top 5th and top 6th grade homeroom will enjoy a pajama day with a fun treat 
  • Extra recess for the top 5th and 6th grade class for most earnings
  • Everyone will be entered into two weekly drawings for gift cards from local businesses
  • Whole school prizes for both participation and goal met!
How to register your student:
Step 1: Online: Go to  http://go.rallyup.com/coho2024
Step 2: Click on Register My Student.
Step 3: Click on Register My Student.
Step 4: Select the number of students you wish to register and click Add to Cart.
Step 5: Click on Check out now.
Step 6: Select your student’s class: This is listed as optional but we strongly recommend it. We won’t be giving prizes based on individual student fundraising, but we will be celebrating class and grade level fundraising. By associating your student with their class you are guaranteeing their class level and grade level receive credit for your donation.
Step 7: Fill in your student’s information and fundraising goal: This section will be seen on your student’s personal donation page.
Step 8: Personalize your link: This allows you to change how your link reads. Add your student’s name or nickname for easier sharing. Click Next.
Step 9: Fill in Your Information. Click Next.
Step 10: Review and confirm. Click Submit.
Step 11: Spread the word to family and friends that it is quick and easy to support your student’s fundraising effort! Every donation makes an impact!
COHO Run QR Code
How to Collect Online Donations  

  • Go to Rally Up  http://go.rallyup.com/coho2024 or use the QR code
  • “Search for a Student” to find your student's name or homeroom teacher.
  • Click donate and select flat amount
  • Enter the amount you wish to donate and add to cart.
  • Proceed to checkout to complete your donation! 
  • Please note there is a prompt about tipping that we are unable to remove, but tips are not required. Simply select “custom” and set the amount to $0. 
  • Your donation may be tax deductible: IRC 501(c)(3) organization/Federal Tax ID No: 91-0977467

Online donations will be open through Friday, October 25 at 11:59 pm. 

Cash or Check: Today your student received a COHO tracker envelope from their homeroom teacher to collect cash or check donations. Please return this printed envelope with all cash and checks collected; return to your student’s homeroom teacher. Make checks payable to Sakai PTO. All donation envelopes are due by Friday, October 25 at 11:59 pm. 

Corporate Matching: Many employers offer corporate matching programs for charitable donations. Be sure to check with your employer to help boost our student's fundraising efforts. Instructions for initiating a corporate match are below in the FAQs. Contact us and we will credit your student’s account with the match amount while your company processes the request.  
Supporter FAQ

Q: I can’t find the student(s) I want to donate to.
A: This is likely because the student has not yet been registered. That’s okay! We can still make sure they get credit for your support. Simply click “Can’t find the student you’re looking for?” and enter the student’s name. Then complete your transaction and Rally Up will prompt our administrator to assign your donation to your student.

Q: I can’t see student last names. How can I make sure I’m donating to the right person?
A: For privacy, some families opt to only display first name and last initial. It’s very helpful if you know the teacher’s name so you can confirm you have found the right student. Reach out if you need help by clicking the “contact organizer” button.

Q: Oops! I accidentally donated to the wrong student.
A: No worries! Send us a message alerting us to the issue and we can reassign your donation to the intended student.

Q: I’m not sure my donation went through.
A: After completing your donation you will see a “donation confirmed” screen. If you do not see this message, you have not completed checkout.

Q: My employer has a matching gift program. What do I need to do to have my employer match my COHO Run donation?

A: Most large companies offer formal donation matching as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) scheme, and many smaller ones will be happy to offer to match donations if you approach them and let them know about your fundraising.
Requesting a matching gift is normally a quick and easy process which must be initiated by the donor. You can do this by filling out and submitting a paper match form provided by your employer or through an electronic submission process.

Your employer will need the following info:
  • Tax ID #91-0977467
  • Name of Organization: Bainbridge Island Parent Teacher Organization Coordinating Council
The Bainbridge Island PTOCC is the 501(c)(3) organization for all district PTOs. They will receive the matching funds and designate them to Sakai PTO. Please let the Sakai PTO know that you have sent a matching gift by emailing sakai.fundraising@bainbridgeptos.org. We will make sure it’s attributed to your student!

If you have any questions, please contact: the Sakai Coho Run Chair, Jen Wallerich at sakai.fundraising@bainbridgeptos.org. Thank you for supporting the Sakai PTO and our school community! 

 
Pizza Party
Sakai Spirit
This month the following students were honored for outstanding spirit:

  • Sarai Aguilera-Rojas
  • Madeleine Bryan
  • Griffin Dekker
  • Teagan McGee
  • Borislav Sokolov

These students invited a friend to attend a pizza party with Mr. Crandall. Thank you to That's a Some Pizza and PTO for sponsoring our student incentive program. The nominations are made in reference to Sakai's Four R's: Responsible, Respectful, Reasonable, Reliable.  ​
 
PTO
Sakai Volunteer Opportunities
We have several upcoming volunteer opportunities. Thank you for considering signing up to help us out.

PTO Mini-Mart and Popcorn Day
Has your kid come home super-excited about the upcoming Minimart happening on Friday, October 18th?? I know mine has!

We need volunteers to make this fun event successful for the kids. If you can spare a few hours, please sign up for a slot! If you can only spare an hour and want to volunteer, email sakai.volunteers@bainbridgeptos.org and we can arrange for another volunteer to split it - we got you! Thank you!


Sakai Reads
Sakai’s all-school book discussion groups takes place on Wednesday, November 6th. This year’s theme is Compassion. For more information and if you would like to lead a discussion group, please click here.

Please remember that all volunteers who help in the classroom, on field trips, and other various activities must be cleared by the district: Volunteering with BISD. The approval process can take up to two weeks. Once approved, you are ready to volunteer and your approval is valid for two years.

Please bring your driver's license or id each time you sign into any school in the district.
 
Dia de Los Muertos
Art News
Sakai is participating in the Day of the Dead celebration at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art on November 10th from 3-6 pm.. We are doing a large collaborative piece and then also providing folded origami Monarch butterflies.

We hope you can attend this special, private showing. 

Maggie Hitchcock
Art Specialist
 
Calendar
Sakai Calendar
OCTOBER.
9: BI Historical Museum Field Trip - de Guzman/Rose 9 - noon
10: BI Historical Museum Field Trip - Mann/Palmer 9 - noon
11: BI Historical Museum Field Trip - Walter/Stoknes 9 - noon
16: BI Historical Museum Field Trip - Meyers/Naden-Johns/Speertsta 10 - 1
16: Unity Day - Wear orange
18: PTO Mini-Mart and Popcorn
22: Vision/Hearing Screening
23: School Photo Retakes 9:00 am
31: Fall Conferences - No School
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NOVEMBER
1: Fall Conferences - No School
6: Sakai Reads 10 am

 
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Bainbridge Island School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Kristen Haizlip, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator, 8489 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110; 206-780-1058; khaizlip@bisd303.org