Originally delivered on 8/18/2026 6:00 am

SUBJECT: Sandburg PTO: School Is Underway - Here’s What’s Coming Up

Here’s What’s Coming Up at Sandburg

We hope everyone is settling into the new school year. There are a lot of exciting things happening over the next few weeks, along with a few important reminders. 

Be sure to read through this week's newsletter so you don't miss anything.


📅 Mark Your Calendar for these important dates...

Aug 20th and 21st | Picture Day THIS WEEK

Aug 25th | Kona Ice Out and About 

Aug 26th | Back to School Night (Session 1: 5:30-6 PM, Session 2: 6:10-6:40 PM)

Sept 4th | Last day to opt in to Membership Toolkit

Sept 10th | Kona Ice Out and About

Sept 14th | First PTO Meeting in Sandburg Library 5:30 PM

Sept 16th | Mici Out and About

Sept 18th | Sandburg Movie Night


*** Keep reading below for more details***

Stay in the know by visiting the Sandburg PTO Website.

📸 Picture Day is This Week

Picture Day is almost here.

  • Thursday, August 20: 3rd, 4th & 5th Grades
  • Friday, August 21: Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grades

A few important reminders:

  • Background selections must be made by August 19.
  • Orders placed after August 30 will incur a late fee.

Be sure to place your order and select your preferred background before the deadlines.

Room Parent Communication and Volunteers

We're still looking for a few amazing volunteers to serve as room parents this year.

The following classrooms still have openings:

  • Huber - 1
  • Smith - 1
  • Mayo - 1
  • Russell - 1
  • McGillis - 2

Room parents play an important role in helping communicate classroom information, coordinating celebrations, and supporting teachers throughout the year. If you're interested, please fill out this online interest form. We'd love to have you!

PLEASE also make sure you have opted into BOTH platforms below to receive important communication this shool year.

- Membership Toolkit: Families must opt in each school year to be included in classroom lists, receive classroom-specific updates, communication from your room parent.

- Fill out the Class Communications Opt In doc by Sept. 4th.

Enrichment Registration is Open

Fall enrichment registration is now open! There are a variety of great opportunities for students to learn, explore new interests, and have fun after school.

Please see Mrs. Sieck's email or program details, registration information, and important deadlines.

Save The Date - Sandburg Movie Night

Mark your calendars for our first-ever Sandburg Family Movie Night on Friday, September 18.

Doors open at 6:45, movie at 7:30pm, and presale tickets are coming soon.

We'll be sharing more details later, but for now, save the date and plan to join us for a fun evening with friends and families from our Sandburg community.

Cherry Knolls Home Tour 2026

Early bird tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Cherry Knolls Home Tour.

Saturday, October 3 | 12:00–4:00 PM

Tour eight beautiful Cherry Knolls homes and gather inspiration for your own home projects while supporting COTA for Obryen’s Journey, which benefits 15-year-old Cherry Knolls resident Obryen Keady and her family as they navigate a rare degenerative kidney disease.

Ticket Prices

  • Early Bird: $25 through September 26
  • After September 26: $30
  • Children ages 10 and older are welcome.

Purchase tickets at:StellerRealEstate.com/HomeTour

Free $$ for Sandburg

You can now register your King Soopers or City Market Rewards Card with King Soopers/City Market Community Rewards program, and Sandburg Elementary PTO will automatically receive 5% back on your purchases. Friends and family from other states (think grandparents!) can also sign up, so spread the word! Please help us support our school by enrolling in this rewards program.

  1. For King Soopers Stores - go to http://www.kingsoopers.com or the KS app
  2. For City Market Stores - go to http://www.citymarket.com or the CMS app
  3. Sign in to your existing loyalty account, or register for a new account.
  4. Once signed in, visit the Community Rewards page. Search by Sandburg Elementary or Organization Number FD809. Click on enroll. That's it!
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