Idlewild Optional School PTO

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Laura and Lizzy — we truly can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve given to our school community. Your dedication, creativity, and enthusiasm touched every part of this organization, from joyful events for our kids to the countless behind-the-scenes efforts that made it all possible.

Laura, your steady, thoughtful leadership made everyone feel valued and set such a positive tone. Lizzy, your energy and “let’s make it happen” spirit brought people together and made the PTO feel like a true community.

Together, you were an incredible team. Because of you, our students, teachers, and families are more connected and supported in lasting ways.

As you step into what’s next, we hope you know how meaningful your impact has been. Thank you both — this school is better because of you.

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Thanks to all who organized and participated in the “Bike Bus” this morning! What a wonderful experience that we hope to repeat!

📣 Idlewild PTO Meeting & Leadership Opportunities 📣

Join us for our upcoming PTO virtual meeting next Monday, May 18 at 5:30 as we wrap up this school year, begin looking ahead to next year, and discuss upcoming projects and decisions for our school community.

💙 PTO Meeting: https://meet.google.com/pey-cepp-ngh

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We are also opening nominations for PTO Board and Committee Chair positions for the 2026–2027 school year! If you are interested in serving in a PTO leadership role, please complete the nomination form linked below.

📝 PTO Board & Committee Chair Nominations: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAUNNan1ffRDDigm8kPSeKvpHCBxGdehJO11_Q-epk_jwnDg/viewform?usp=dialog

Delicious breakfast set up for our staff today! Thank you to Brother Junipers!

Kicking off Teacher Appreciation Week with lunch for our amazing teachers and staff! Thank you to for providing Jason’s Deli!

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week is Coming!
The PTO is still accepting donations for the Teacher Raffle during Teacher Appreciation Week!
A basket is set up in the front office for donations through April 27. We’ve received lots of wonderful gift cards already (thank you!) and will happily continue accepting them.
We would also love for classes, families, or groups to team up and create themed baskets for teachers and staff to win! Some fun ideas include:
☀️ Summer Fun – Sunscreen, sunglasses, bug spray, lawn games, etc.
🎨 Art Fun – Art supplies, colorful markers, canvas, etc.
🏙 901 Basket – Favorite goodies from around town
🧺 Day at the Park – Picnic basket, blanket, plastic cups & plates
🧖‍♀️ Spa Day – Face masks, cozy blanket & socks, coffee, etc.

Thank you for helping us make our teachers feel appreciated! 💙

⏰📚 School Spirit Night at Novel is Around the Corner! 📚⏰
Don’t forget to stop by on Monday, April 13, between 3–7 PM and support Idlewild in the most fun way possible—by shopping local!

And yes, Novel has so much more than books…
🎲 games
🧸 toys
🕯️ candles
👗 dress-up clothes
👜 purses & accessories
🏡 kitchen & home decor
…and so much more to explore!

Whether you’re picking out a thoughtful gift or treating yourself, 20% of your purchase goes right back to our school 💙

Come meet up with friends, browse together, and share your favorite reads—we love seeing what everyone is discovering!

Let’s pack the store, support local, and finish strong for our very first Novel School Spirit Night ✨

🏃‍♂️ Cheer on Mr. Redden! ❤️

As he prepares to run the Boston Marathon on April 20, Mr. Redden is raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

If you’d like to support his effort, you can learn more and donate here:
https://tinyurl.com/ywf3z7dv

Thanks for helping cheer him on as he gets closer to race day!

📚✨ School Spirit Night at Novel ✨📚

We are so excited to invite our Idlewild families to our very first School Spirit Night at one of Memphis’s most beloved independent bookstores!

🗓️ Join us from 3–7 PM
📍 Shop in-store at Novel
💙 20% of all sales during that time will be donated back to our school!

This is such a fun (and easy!) way to support Idlewild—just by doing something you already love. Pick up a gift for a friend, a new bedtime story, your next great read… or something just for you (no judgment here 😉). Every purchase helps give back to our school community. We can’t wait to see our Idlewild families filling the aisles!

📖💫 Shop small. Support big. Give back.

📚Preorder Your Child’s 2025-2026 Yearbook Today! 🏫

➡️  Don’t Miss Out: Yearbooks are a treasured keepsake, filled with memories of classmates, teachers, and special events. Preordering ensures your child’s memories are captured forever! Order by April 4.
➡️ If you contributed $250 or more to the giving campaign in your child’s name, you will receive a yearbook and do not need to order one.

Visit https://www.idlewildoptionalpto.com/product-page/25-26-yearbook to place your order online.

🏃‍♂️ Support Mr. Redden’s St. Jude Fundraiser! ❤️

Mr. Redden will be running the 2026 Boston Marathon in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and he’s raising funds to help support their lifesaving mission.

If you’d like to support his effort and learn more about his goal, you can donate using the link below:

https://tinyurl.com/ywf3z7dv

Thank you for helping cheer on Mr. Redden as he prepares for race day on Monday, April 20! 🏃‍♂️