East Elementary PTO

08/20/2026

🎨✨Chalk the Walk with the PTO! ✨🎨

Sunday, August 23 from 1–3 PM

Kick off the first week of school with color, creativity, and positive back‑to‑school messages! Bring your creativity, your East spirit, and your friends as we fill the sidewalks with encouragement and excitement for a brand‑new year.

🍦 Sweet Bonus: Loudi’s Ice Cream Truck will be on site, come grab a treat and enjoy the fun with your East community!

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents and guardians must be present.

08/19/2026

🎉 Tag, You’re It! Time to Join the PTO! 🎉

We’re gearing up for an amazing school year, and we need YOU on our team! Whether you have a few minutes at night or a few hours each week, there’s a committee that fits your schedule and your strengths.

💛 Committees Looking for Support:
• Fundraisers & Spirit Wear
• Teacher Appreciation
• Social Media & Communications
• Family Events

There’s truly something for everyone and remember, many hands make light work!

If you’re interested, comment below or reach out to [email protected].

08/19/2026

📚🚐 Wrapping Up a Great Summer with the Bookmobile! 🚐📚

The Bookmobile has brought so much joy to Ankeny students this summer, thank you to all the families who stopped by each week to check out books and keep those reading adventures going!

📅 Today is the final day to return any Bookmobile books you checked out this summer.

If you still have a book at home, swing by Southeast and drop it off before the season officially comes to a close.

Thank you for an amazing summer of stories, imagination, and community. 💛✨

08/18/2026

📚✨ Tonight is Meet the Teacher Night! ✨📚

We can’t wait to welcome our East Hawks back into the building and kick off an amazing school year. Join us tonight from 4–6 PM to meet your teacher, explore your classroom, and get excited for the first day of school.

It’s going to be a great year at East, see you soon! 💛🎒

08/18/2026

08/17/2026

🎒✨ One Week Away From School Starting! ✨🎒

We are so excited to welcome everyone back for another amazing school year at East Elementary. The countdown is officially on, and we can’t wait to see our Hawks fill the halls with energy, curiosity, and East pride.

Get ready, it’s almost time to pack those backpacks, sharpen those pencils, and kick off a fantastic year together! 💛📚

08/16/2026

🍎🥨 One Week From Today… It’s Snack‑Packing Time! 🥨🍎

We’re just one week away from diving into a brand‑new school routine which means it’s almost time to pack those snacks for the week!

To help make mornings smoother and keep our East Hawks fueled throughout the day, here are some helpful tips and reminders:

08/15/2026

🙌✨ Ready to Make a Difference This School Year? ✨🙌

Throughout the year, there will be so many opportunities to volunteer at East Elementary and within the Ankeny Community School District — from classroom parties to PTO events, picture day, and more. Your time and support truly make a difference!

To volunteer, make sure you complete these 3 quick steps:

1️⃣ Complete the Better Impact Application
2️⃣ Read the Volunteer Manual
3️⃣ Complete Your Background Check
👉 https://www.ankenyschools.org/community/get-involved/

Volunteer opportunities will be posted all year long!

💛 We appreciate your time, your energy, and your dedication to making this the BEST school year for our students. East is stronger because of you!

08/14/2026

Calling all dancers in Kindergarten through 8th Grade! Registration is officially OPEN for our annual Fall Kids Clinic, and we can’t wait to dance with you!

Get ready for an unforgettable experience with the Ankeny High School Dance Team, including:

✔️ A limited-edition homecoming t-shirt
✔️ A fun-filled dance clinic on October 8th
✔️ FREE admission for your dancer to the varsity home football game on October 9th
✔️ The opportunity to perform alongside the Ankeny Dance Team under the Friday night lights during pregame on October 9th! (The homecoming game!)

🗓️ Registration closes September 27th at 11:59 PM! Don’t wait to reserve your spot!

📲 Scan the QR code in the image or click the link below to register today!

https://register.ryzer.com/camp.cfm?id=340129

Come dance with us, perform under the Friday night lights, and make memories you’ll never forget. We can’t wait to see you there!