Winter Break is almost here and we think there's no better time to grab a new book and snuggle under the covers!  We are looking for two parents from each grade to come help MPTO hand out books to all of the students at Wildwood and OHA the day before winter break—December 20th.

Parents will spend 10-12 minutes per classroom visiting and helping the students pick a book.  Books will be arranged on carts for the parents to push to the classes.  You must have a background check on file in order to volunteer.  View available slots on SignUpGenius

The 2025 Missoula Children’s Theatre production is “The Wizard of Oz”. This production is auditioned, cast, rehearsed, and performed for the community, all in the span of just one week! This is the 27th year that MPTO has hosted the Missoula Children’s Theatre residency for Mahtomedi students to help foster and develop an interest in the theater. Open to students in Grades K-8. Auditions are on Monday, January 6 from 4:15-6:15 pm. Performances on Saturday, January 11th at 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm. REGISTRATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY MONDAY, DECEMBER 16TH. More Information and Registration

Art Adventure is a program for schools offered through the Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA). Art Adventure sparks curiosity and conversation around selected artwork at the MIA. The program engages students with artworks from curated collections presented by parent volunteers and allows students to experience artworks up close and personal through reproductions, technology, and touch-and-feel props. This has been a hugely popular program with both kids and volunteers. Art Adventure is held in the classroom at Wildwood and as an afterschool enrichment program at OHA.

Wildwood: We will be needing one Picture Person and one parent assistant per classroom. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. View Open Volunteer Slots on SignUpGenius

OHA: Picture People volunteer slots have been split into two, 4 week commitments - January and/or February. Assistant slots are a one session commitment. You can sign-up for multiple slots/days. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. View Open Volunteer Slots on SignUpGenius

Sign up an OHA student for the after school program

Join us on Wednesday, January 8th at 7:00 pm in the Flex Lab at O.H. Anderson for our January Monthly Meeting. Monthly meetings alternate between evenings at OHA and morning at the DEC.

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The MPTO is a 501(c)3 non-profit, 100% volunteer organization. Every parent/guardian of a K-5 student at Wildwood or O.H. Anderson Elementary Schools is a member of the Mahtomedi Elementary PTO. No matter where your interests and talents lie, we can find a place for you to thrive as a volunteer and would love your input at our monthly meetings! All opportunities are scalable, depending on your availability. There are several ways to get involved.

Volunteer Opportunities

Click on the name of the activity/event to learn more or click the SignUpGenius link to see open volunteer slots

Art Adventure

Wildwood

For three weeks in January, “Picture People” parent volunteers present artworks curated by the Minneapolis Institute of Art in first and second grade classrooms paired with a small art project. We will be needing one Picture Person and one parent assistant per classroom. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. Volunteer for WW Art Adventure via SignUpGenius

OH Anderson

Tuesdays after school in January and February, “Picture People” parent volunteers present artworks curated by the Minneapolis Institute of Art along with an art project with the help of parent assistants. Picture People volunteer slots have been split into two, 4 week commitments - January and/or February. Assistant slots are a one session commitment. You can sign-up for multiple slots/days. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. Volunteer for OHA Art Adventure via SignUpGenius

Book Fair

Held at OHA in October and Wildwood in February. Volunteer from home to help with preparations or at the Book Fair processing sales through the easy to use cash register, keep an eye on inventory, and help restock. If working at the school, volunteers must have the required background check completed.

Card Sharks (WW)

Held in fall and winter. Volunteers needed for K-2 to lead small group games. If you volunteer, your student is guaranteed a spot. You can volunteer for a single session or all sessions. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. Volunteer for Winter Card Sharks via SignUpGenius

Family Fun Nights

Held on random Fridays in fall and winter. Volunteers greet guests, pass out popcorn and water, and provide general supervision. We’re also seeking donations of bottles of water to pass out at the concession table.

Fun Run

Held in September at both Wildwood and O.H. Anderson, the Fun Run is the MPTO’s biggest fundraiser of the year. The only way to attend the Fun Run is as an approved volunteer! Volunteers MUST have the required background check completed and on file with the district prior to the event. When signing up, you can see which grades/classrooms are participating during each timeslot. Due to overwhelming demand for volunteer slots, parent volunteer signups are sent out via email directly from the school before they are posted here.

Hospitality

Teacher Holiday Snack Buffet - December

Please consider signing up for an item(s) to donate or a volunteer activity.

Teacher Buffet @ Conferences - Fall & Winter

Please consider signing up for an item(s) to donate or a volunteer activity. Signups for winter conferences will be posted in January.

“Thankful Thursdays”

"Thankful Thursdays" is an opportunity to treat our OHA & Wildwood teachers on the second Thursday of each month. Please consider signing up individually or with a group of friends to treat our teachers with an easy to grab snack, beverage, and/or school supplies.
Volunteer for Thankful Thursdays via SignUpGenius

Teacher Appreciation Breakfast - May

Please consider signing up for an item(s) to donate or a volunteer activity. Signups will be posted in the spring.

Spirit Wear @ Back to School & Conferences

Sell Spirit Wear from Heritage Embroidery at the open house or conferences in fall and winter. Fun, easy, and a great way to meet people. Signups for Winter Conferences coming soon!

Spring Fling

MPTO’s spring fundraiser on May 16th—a fun event for the whole family. Volunteers are needed to sell tickets, run games, sell Spirit Wear, assist with raffle baskets, make cotton candy, staff the MPTO booth, and more!

Strategy Games (OHA)

Held in fall and winter. Volunteers needed for each session to assist as needed and provide general supervision. You can volunteer for a single session or all sessions. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. Volunteer for Winter Strategy Games via SignUpGenius

Committee Chair Openings

Contact info@mahtomedipto.com for more information.

*Technology Chair is a work-from-home position responsible for updating the MPTO website (Squarespace) and preparing the eNews (MailChimp) in coordination with the MPTO Board.

Join the MPTO Board

Elections for Recording Secretary, Corresponding Secretary, and President Elect will be held in May 2025. Contact president@mahtomedipto.com to learn more.

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