Read-a-Thon (RAT) 2022 is around the corner, and it's such a fun and positive way to encourage a love of reading in our kids! Take a look at some of the important events and dates below: 
  • Virtual Parnassus Event: 1/19-23
    Families can shop their favorite books online and help raise money for Julia Green! *Note: This begins Wednesday before RAT kick-off so you can order your books early if you wish. Link is forthcoming!

  • Kick-off Day: 1/21
    Will include some special visitors as well as a fun and informative video about RAT! Remember to have students wear their RAT t-shirts this day! *Note: If you did not get a chance to order a t-shirt during the sale, we will have a limited number of extras available for purchase the morning of Wednesday 1/19 before school on the cafeteria patio (credit card or Venmo only). Students may also wear another JG t-shirt or SSA. 

  • Counting Days: 1/25, 1/28, 2/1

  • Dress as your Favorite Book Character Day: 1/28

  • Book Cover Contest Entries Due: 1/31

  • Closing Ceremony: 2/4
    Winners for prizes & Book Cover Contest will be announced!

During RAT, there will also be mystery guest readers and prizes given on counting days. It's going to be great fun! 
Detailed information is coming soon about all of these events and dates, so remember to check emails and Hornet News to stay informed.
We can't wait to see how students EXPLORE THE WORLD THROUGH READING!
Save the date for our 1st Grade Program: Tuesday, February 1st at 6:00pm! If you know your child will not be able to participate, please let Miss Riley know ASAP at Emily.riley@mnps.org.
The goal of the Julia Green auction is to provide funding for various curriculum materials, classroom supplies, and additional educational activities not covered by Metro Nashville Public Schools. 
The auction has a long history offering items that have been generously donated by our parent community, and we hope we can count on you to continue that tradition. Please consider providing an item or service. Examples of past donations include vacation homes, professional services, sporting or cultural event tickets, musical performances, gift certificates and more.
Please email juliagreenauction2022@gmail.com for the donation request form.  Donations are due by February 11.
Have you heard the buzzzz???
Here at Julia Green, we think our teachers and staff are the bee's knees! We love to show our appreciation in so many ways. Each month the PTO "Happy Cart" is filled with treats, drinks, and other fun seasonal surprises. It makes its way up and down the halls of JG for our staff to enjoy and brighten their day!
Other ways we show our support include Fabulous Fridays where we stock the workroom with treats, teacher lunches, birthday recognition, holiday celebrations, teacher appreciation week (May 2-6) and so much more! We LOVE our teachers and staff and are always showing gratitude for all they do! 
Click HERE to read the January newsletter from Julia Green librarian Mrs. Parnell!
We have so many fun events planned for the spring semester and we need your help to make them happen!
Please click the button below to view a listing of volunteer opportunities for Julia Green's Read-A-Thon, Spring Party, Grandparents & Special Friends Day, Carnival, and Hornet Hustle/Get Fit on the Green. 
We hope you'll find an option that fits your schedule and interests, and sign up today. Thank you in advance for your support!
Spring Event Volunteer Opportunities
January 17 - No school | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 19-23 - Virtual Parnassus Books Event (Link forthcoming)
January 21 - Read-a-Thon Kick-Off
January 28 - Dress as your Favorite Book Character Day
January 31 - Read-a-Thon ends | Book Cover Contest entries due
February 1 - Chinese New Year
February 1, 6:00pm - 1st Grade Program (Julia Green - Frist Performance Hall)
February 4 - Read-a-Thon Closing Assembly
February 11 - Auction donations deadline
View the full Julia Green PTO calendar here!
Julia Green Elementary PTO
3500 Hobbs Road; Nashville, TN 37215
Tel: 615-298-8082 | Email: juliagreenpto@gmail.com
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