Thomas Paine PTA

09/15/2026

Stop by curriculum night 9/16/26, and visit the Mobile Sensory Museum! Will be located outside the building from 5:30p-6:30p, FREE to Thomas Paine families!

09/15/2026

Come to the school tomorrow night (9/16/26) for curriculum night!

08/11/2026

With a new school year here, don't forget to sign up for Box Tops and submit your receipts to earn money for our school!

Steps to Sign Up and Select Your School
1. Download the app: Get Box Tops for Education from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. https://boxtops4education.com/get-the-app
2. Create an account: Open the app and register using your email address, Google, or Facebook account.
3. Select Thomas Paine Elementary: Tap your profile or account icon, go to Manage Schools, search for Thomas Paine Elementary or by zip code (61802), and choose it.

How to Earn for the School
1. Scan paper receipts: Tap the scan button in the app and take a photo of your store receipt within 14 days of purchase.
2. Submit digital receipts: If you shop online or use grocery pickup, forward your email store receipt to [email protected] using the exact email tied to your Box Tops account.

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08/07/2026

The PTA is celebrating Back To School with free sno-cones! Come by to get your sno-cone after meeting your teacher. We will be at the main entrance.

We encourage families, teachers, and staff to sign up to be a PTA member to stay up-to-date on PTA-sponsored events and provide input on advocating for the needs and best interests of our students. Membership is $6 for the year and the money goes to supporting our students and school! Membership forms will be available at Back To School Night. See you on Thursday, August 13 at 4:30 PM!

07/26/2026

As families prepare for the start of a new school year, Illinois is offering an opportunity to save on essential school supplies, including clothing and footwear. During the Illinois Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, Aug. 7-16, the sales tax will be reduced on qualifying school-related items. Get the details: https://okt.to/CZGt8w

05/20/2026

Please share this information with rising 6th grade families! 6th grade orientation on Thursday, May 28 at 5:30 pm!!

05/13/2026

We love Ms. Peterik! She's an amazing teacher and this recognition is so well deserved. Our Thomas Paine students are lucky to have had her as part of their musical journey, congratulations, Ms. Peterik! 🎶

Urbana's own Stacey Peterik was recognized in this month's Music Education Arts Magazine as one of this years "50+ Music Teachers who Make A Difference."

Stacey works with students across many grade levels, from elementary to high school marching band and more. We are fortunate to have her expertise in . 🧡🖤

05/11/2026

PTA meeting today at 6:30pm. Last meeting of the school year.

We are still looking to fill 2 officer positions for next school year: President & Secretary. If you know someone who might be interested please email: [email protected].

05/04/2026

🌸 It's Day 1 of Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week!

Today's theme: A Sweet Start 🍬

Bring your teacher flowers, a handwritten note, a drawing, or a sweet treat to kick off the week. Small gestures go a long way — let's show our Thomas Paine teachers they're loved! 🐯💛

05/03/2026

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is May 4–8 and we have a full week of ways to show some love!

Each day has a simple idea, from a handwritten note to a sweet treat to a shoutout to the unsung heroes who keep our school running. Check out the flyer for the daily lineup.

Thank you to every single person at Thomas Paine who shows up for our kids!