Here's the latest news from the Colts Neck PTO!

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For a complete list of PTO-sponsored events, deadlines, and more information about volunteering, please visit our website.

HARLEM WIZARDS VS COLTS NECK STAFF

NOVEMBER 18TH | 7 PM - DOORS OPEN AT 6 PM | CN HIGH SCHOOL


On Monday, November 18th, we'll welcome back the Harlem Wizards, as they battle on the court against our all-star team of teachers and staff!  Don't miss your chance to watch your favorite teachers and staff in action! Souvenirs and snacks will be available for purchase.


Be sure to ask your kids about the visit from DP at school today!


TICKETS ON SALE NOW! - ORDER HERE


Want to know a little more about what to expect at a Harlem Wizards Game? Check out this video and get the whole family excited to come to the game!



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For any questions, please contact Danielle Quigley at harlemwizards@coltsneckpto.org.  


Colts Neck All-Star Team

Coach - Dr. Garibay

Richard Baiata

Jennifer Collett

Hope Delia

Kayla Diorio

Susan Frick

Lauren Hums

Allison Klacik

Jeremy Mercer

Courtney McCormick

Wilson Nuñez

James Osmond

Erica Reynolds

Steven Ricci

Colin Rigby

Liz Spock

BJ Willis


COLTS NECK SPIRIT BLANKET AND SQUISHY FUNDRAISER!

ORDERS DUE BY NOVEMBER 15TH


Cuddle up this winter with a super soft Blanket or Colt Squishy while supporting our schools and spreading school spirit!


Blankets and Squishy will be delivered to your child's classroom or to your school building for teachers/staff in time for the holidays! All orders must be placed by November 15th and all sales are final, no returns or exchanges.


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Shop Blanket and Squishy HERE.


For questions contact Kim Kaufman at president@coltsneckpto.org or Joanne Passalacqua at fundraising@coltsneckpto.org.

FROSTY'S PENQUIN PATCH HOLIDAY SHOP

DECEMBER 7TH | 9-1PM | CRPS CAFETORIUM


Save the date for this annual favorite!  Frosty's is an indoor event where kids can shop for loved ones in a safe and comfortable environment with the help of friendly student elves. View flyer below for details.


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Parent and student volunteers are needed!

Setup: Friday, December 6th from 6:15-8:15 pm 

Event Day: Parents needed to assist shoppers and breakdown the event. Student "elves" are needed to assist our younger students as they shop for gifts and also to help breakdown event.  


Please sign up for a slot using the links below.

PARENT VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

STUDENT VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

*You must be a PTO member to volunteer.

*Student volunteers must be in grades 6-8.


For volunteer questions, please contact Mallory Triano at mals1215@gmail.com. Any time you can give to setup or help on the event day will be greatly appreciated! 

8TH GRADE BREAKFAST

DECEMBER 20TH | 9-11AM | CDMS CAFETERIA


We are excited to host this festive event for our graduating class! All 8th-grade students are invited and encouraged to dress in festive holiday attire. We are looking for 8th-grade parent volunteers, if you are interested please sign up and join in on the fun! 


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PARENT VOLUNTEER SIGN UP


If you have any questions, please contact CDMS8THGRADE@gmail.com.

TRUNK-OR-TREAT

A BIG THANK YOU to Joanne Passalacqua for organizing a spooktacular afternoon of Halloween fun. We'd also like to express our gratitude to our Trunk or Treat event sponsors, the Colts Neck Business Association and Colts Neck Flag Football.


SPECIAL THANKS to the Colts Neck Twp. Police Department, Colts Neck Fire Department, the Colts Neck First Aid Squad and the Colts Neck Recreation Department for their participation and support for the event. As well as the CNHS ROTC parents and volunteers and Davey B's Shaved Ice and Ice Cream. 


THANK YOU to our school, administration and neighborhood community for supporting this year's Trunk-or-Treat and MANY THANKS to all of the CNPTO member families, the CNTEA and community members who came out with decorated trunks and to hand out candy. We look forward to seeing you there next year!

SEND IN YOUR HALLOWEEN PARADE & CLASS PARTY PHOTOS

Each year, the PTO compiles a photo montage from Pre-K to 8th grade as a gift to the graduating class at the 8th grade dance. To streamline the process, we've set up grade-specific email addresses for photo submissions.



Please send any school-related photos, such as class parties, performances, sports, PTO events, or any other school functions, to ClassOf(Graduation year)@coltsneckpto.org. Include your child's name and the year and the school event the picture was taken. Click HERE for more information and to find your student's graduation year.


PTO DIRECTORY APP

Be sure to download the PTO Directory App! Now updated with 2024-25 CNPTO member info there are 100's of students listed in the directory. Need to meet someone for a playdate? Use the directory to easily find their address and quickly pull up directions! Need to text another parent? Find phone numbers in a snap! Need to email a friend, but can't find their contact info? Just use the Directory Spot App!


How to Get Started:

  1. Visit www.directoryspot.net and scroll down to download the app to your phone.
  2. If you requested to be in the directory when you registered for the PTO, your email address is already entered as your username!
  3. If this is your first time logging in (or you just don't remember), click on Reset Password.
  4. Enjoy having hundreds of contacts at your fingertips!

Your directory info can be updated at anytime by logging in from a computer. If you know a friend who wants to be included, ask them to register for the PTO HERE. We will continue adding members all year long! For questions, email Kara Brick at membership@coltsneckpto.org.

HOLIDAY CARDS & GIFTS

It will be holiday season before we know it and many of us will be ordering cards and gifts. This year, you can save 20% off holiday cards and gift purchases at the online retailer Minted and they will donate 15% back to the CNPTO! To participate, visit minted.com/holiday to start your holiday shopping and use coupon code FUNDRAISECOLTSNECK. Happy shopping!

SAVER CARDS

Keep this handy card in your wallet and use it until December 2025 to save at places like Shake Shack, Colts Neck Flower Shop, Colts Neck Pharmacy, Alternate Ending Beer Company, Amazing Escape Room, Get Air, Avanti Day Resort, Food Emporium, Jersey Freeze and much more! View the full list of participating businesses at www.route9community.com/participating-businesses. 

Please note, your 2025 Saver Card will be valid in January, please continue using your 2024 card.

For more information, or additional cards, contact Amy Linquito at communications@coltsneckpto.org.

SOCIAL MEDIA

It's important to stay connected! Get quick updates on events, photos of PTO funds in action, and never miss a thing. Follow us on: 

Facebook @coltsneckpto 

Instagram @colts_neck_pto

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SAVE THE DATE

Harlem Wizards: Monday, November 18th

Frosty's Holiday Shop: Saturday, December 7th

PTO General Meeting: Wednesday, December 11th

8th Grade Breakfast: Friday, December 20th

Ladies' Spring Gala: Thursday, March 27th

COMMUNITY CORNER

The Colts Neck Sports Foundation is now accepting registration for new Wrestlers. This program is great for first and second-year wrestlers, from 1st-5th grade, boys and girls. Clinics will begin on November 11th and will run through February 13th on Monday and Wednesday nights. November 11th will be an introductory night, come see what it's like. You can register your child HERE.


The Colts Neck Sports Foundation has now opened registration for Rec Basketball for grades Pre-K-8th grade. Click HERE to register.


The Colts Neck Sports Foundation is looking for enthusiastic boys and girls (6th grade and up) to assist with scorekeeping and clock operations for the Saturday Rec Basketball games. This is a fantastic opportunity for young students to get involved in the community and to earn $10 per game. A training session will be mandatory for all new scorekeepers. Time and location TBD. Please sign up HERE if your child is interested.


The Colts Neck Sports Foundation opened registration for Travel Baseball Tryouts for Spring 2025 to be held on Saturday, November 23rd at Ghost Lab in Tinton Falls. Cost to try-out is $15 per child. To register, use this LINK. You must also complete the waiver from Ghost Lab found HERE.


The Colts Neck Library November activities calendar is now available HERE.

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