William Byrne Elementary School PTO

03/04/2026

The Read-a-Thon was a big hit last week!

If you haven't already, donate today and help us reach our goal! $10, $25, $50, or even $100 can go a long way. Donate now and then tell your friends and family!

https://givebutter.com/ByrneReads2026

Thank you!

02/27/2026

It's Read-A-Thon day at William Byrne! Students are busy reading a collective 60,000 minutes during the school day, exploring topics and stories that engage their imagination and curiosity!

We're more than halfway to our fundraising goal and already have a few of our classrooms reaching or exceeding their $500 goal. Donate today and help your student's classroom reach theirs.

Consider sharing the link with 5 of your friends or family and ask them to donate and help us reach our goal!

Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/ByrneReads2026

02/24/2026

Big Smiles + Free Books = Today at William Byrne!

The Free Book Buggie has arrived! While your student is busy picking out their next favorite story, help us write the next chapter for our school.

We are pushing toward our Read-a-Thon Fundraiser goal. Can you help your student’s classroom reach the finish line?

Donate here to support our readers: https://givebutter.com/ByrneReads2026

02/13/2026

It’s officially Read-a-Thon season at William Byrne! Our biggest PTO fundraiser of the year kicks off today, and we’re following the kids' lead to READ to REVAMP our playground.

The Goal: 60,000 collective minutes of reading!

The Impact: Raising $12,000 for playground accessibility upgrades.

The Reward: Celebrate with a school-wide Glow Stick Dance Party on March 6! 💃🕺

Every dollar helps us remove barriers to play. Let’s do this, William Byrne!

Donate here: https://givebutter.com/ByrneReads2026

02/10/2026

Meeting tonight!

Join us for this month's PTO meeting.

Starting at 6:30 PM at William Byrne.

See you there!

02/02/2026

William Byrne families need our help!

Starting tomorrow, February 2, the William Byrne PTO is organizing a Food and Supply Drive to benefit families in the Byrne community.

Donations can be dropped off at the main entrance during school hours.

Suggested donations include: Diapers (size, 4, 5, and 6 or in highest demand), baby wipes, baby shampoo, infant formula, baby food; reusable grocery bags; shampoo and conditioner, bar soap, body wash, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, contact lens disinfectant; laundry detergent, dish soap, sponges, disinfecting wipes, all-purpose surface cleaners, trash bags; toilet paper (top requested item), paper towels, facial tissues; paper plates, plastic utensils; tampons and pads; band-aids, hand sanitizer, first aid disinfectant; vegetable oil, olive oil, flour, sugar, salt, pepper, dried spices like garlic powder, Italian seasoning, etc.; pet food (wet and dry for dogs and cats); and ready-to-eat: pop top cans (no tools necessary).

Thank you for all your support! Let's do this!

01/14/2026

Tonight!

Who's coming to this year's Puzzle and Game Swap!?

Join us next Wednesday, January 14 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at William Byrne.

Bring your gently used puzzles and games to trade with other families. Enjoy a fun, free evening and find something new to play!

All ages welcome!

01/13/2026

William Byrne PTO Meeting this Tuesday, January 13 at 6:30 PM featuring a special presentation from the officers of the WB Student Council!

We hope to see you there!

01/08/2026

Who's coming to this year's Puzzle and Game Swap!?

Join us next Wednesday, January 14 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at William Byrne.

Bring your gently used puzzles and games to trade with other families. Enjoy a fun, free evening and find something new to play!

All ages welcome!

12/16/2025

Because of the Early Release for District 191 schools and activities, tonight's, December 16, meeting is canceled.

12/15/2025

UPDATE: This meeting is canceled.

Our last PTO Meeting of 2025 is this Tuesday, December 16, at 6:30pm.

We’ll be debriefing about the Pajama Dance Party, the Fall Fundraiser, and other recent activities. We’ll also be voting for the winners of the Yearbook Cover Design Contest. Check out all the finalist entries at the PTO Meeting and pick your favorites!

We'll see you there!

12/11/2025

Don't forget to drop off your Food Drive donations at the William Byrne main entrance!

The Food Drive, organized by the William Byrne Student Council runs through tomorrow, Friday, December 12!

Items needed include: canned meat, canned or dried beans, nut butters, canned fruits, dried fruits and vegetables, culturally specific foods like canned peppers, mushrooms, coconut milk, etc., oils, wheat and non-wheat flour, shelf-stable non dairy milk, sugar, diapers (size 4, 5, and 6), baby wipes, toilet paper, dish soap, and laundry detergent.

Thank you for helping!