Gunpowder Elementary PTA Welcomes You.

Welcome!

You have arrived at the website home of Gunpowder Elementary PTA. We hope you will find the design and format of our website to be both user-friendly and informative. We invite you to check out each of the above tabs. Our "Committees" tab offers information about Gunpowder PTA committees and various volunteer opportunities. Our "Calendar" page tells you everything going on at the school this month and in the months ahead. The "More Info" tab has links to school forms, event flyers, an e-mail directory of PTA committee chairpersons, and more. It helps keep you in the know about things going on at Gunpowder Elementary School. "My Account" is specific to you. It's a place where you can register your family in our online directory. Be sure to register, so we can send you e-mails and keep you in the loop regarding PTA news and events. Finally, there is our "Fundraising Mall." Start your online shopping on this page and raise money for the PTA without doing anything. It's super easy!

Schools and Offices Closed

Orders must be placed before midnight.

Visit www.marketday.com to place your order.

Join the PTA for its final Restaurant Night of the school year.

Ledo's Pizza on Campbell Blvd.

Ledo's will donate 20% of the entire tab for everyone in the restaurant during dinner hours to Gunpowder PTA.

Please spread the word and tell your friends and family. If you can't attend, but would like to place a carryout order, that's an option, but you need to mention that you want your order credited to Gunpowder PTA for our organization to benefit.

Watch for more details include date and time confirmation.

The PTA will be holding its spring canned food drive to benefit those within our community. Please bring a canned food or other non-perishable food item with you when you attend Scoop & Swap.

Thank you for your generosity!

Schools Close 3 Hours Early on June 13 and 14

Attention incoming kindergarteners.

Join us for our kindergarten play dates this summer and make a few friends before school starts. Meet some of the kindergarten teachers, mingle with other parents, ask questions of those who already have a child at Gunpowder Elementary. For more information, or if you have questions, send an e-mail to Kindergarten_Liaison@gunpowderpta.org.

Save these dates:

• Saturday, June 16
• Saturday, August 18

Watch this website for location and time information.

Attention incoming kindergarteners!

Join us for our kindergarten play dates this summer and make a few friends before school starts! Meet some of the kindergarten teachers, mingle with other parents, ask questions of those who already have a child at Gunpowder Elementary. For more information, or if you have questions, send an e-mail to Kindergarten_Liaison@gunpowderpta.org.

Save these dates:

• Saturday, June 16
• Saturday, August 18

Watch this website for location and time information.

Orders must be placed before midnight.

Visit www.marketday.com to place your order.

2012-2013 PTA Officers Elected

The PTA elected its officers for the next school year at its general membership meeting on May 8. Next year's executive committee is as follows:

• President: Chris Hagan
• 1st Vice President: Stacey Schwink
• 2nd Vice President: Wendy Chaney
• Treasuer: Kim Levush
• Recording Secretary: Amanda Rash
• Corresponding Secretary: Jenn Holt

Thank you to all those members who attended the meeting and participated in the selection of next year's leaders.

It's Never Too Late to Join the PTA!

Gunpowder Elementary PTA membership dues are again $8 for the first adult and $7 for each additional adult member in the family. Members get a voice in local chapter affairs, access to state and national resources and discount programs, and free admission to all Gunpowder PTA family fun events. Click here to download the membership form and flyer.

Want to Volunteer?

You can make your child’s experience at Gunpowder an even better one by volunteering. Volunteer in the classroom, or volunteer for the PTA from home or on the weekends. There are lots of ways you can help out. The first step is to participate in BCPS’ volunteer training. Click here for the volunteer process letter.

To volunteer for a PTA committee, contact the chairman. First, visit the "Committee Page" for a description, then go to "More Info" and click on the "PTA Directory" to e-mail the chair.

To volunteer in the classroom, contact the teacher you want to help directly from this page.

PTA Parents Launch New Book Club

A number of PTA board members have decided to start a book club for adults. The club is open to all in the Gunpowder community. For more information about the club, how to get involved, or the book the group is currently reading, visit the club's Facebook page, or send an e-mail to Kathryne Snyder.

Oil Change Fundraiser Benefits Your Car & Our PTA

Tim's Automotive Services, located at 3015 East Joppa Road and at 8528 Old Harford Road, has a fundraising opportunity exclusively for Gunpowder Elementary PTA. Tim's will donate $5 to the PTA for every oil change and 21 point inspection they do. Their service costs just $17.95. All you need to do is download and give them the special offer flyer when you drop off your car. To schedule an appointment, call 410-665-9098 for the Joppa Road location, or 410-668-6161 for the Old Harford Road location. This offer is valid until June 1, 2012.

Parent Website Links

• Gunpowder Elementary School 
• Gunpowder Teacher Websites
• National PTA
• Baltimore County Public Schools Homepage
• Parents Math Corner
• Homework Help
• Community Resources
• Parent/Teacher Conferences
• BCPS Lunch Menu
• Baltimore County Public Library
• Perry Hall Rec Council
• White Marsh Rec Council