Originally delivered on 10/2/2024 9:00 am

SUBJECT: FTC Connection - October 2024

Announcements

If you haven't already, please take the time to fill out the 2024/2025 back to school forms on the FTC website here! If you submitted paper forms, there is no need to fill out again digitally but you will receive an invite to create an account on the FTC website so you have access to the directory, which is a great way to connect with other District 48 families and friends!

FTC is still looking for more room party parent volunteers! Seasonal room parties are a great way to get involved with FTC and in the classroom! You can help with planning, provide supplies and/or help out in the classroom on party days! Salt Creek room parties are 11/21, 12/19 and 3/27, all at 1:30 PM. Swartz room parties are 11/22 @ 1:15 PM and 12/20 & 3/28 @ 9:40 AM. Click here for the form to fill out and send back to school with your student! Or you can fill out the form digitally here.

Thank you to all the families, students, staff and teachers who have supported FTC as we have started the 2024-2025 school year! Thank you to everyone that purchased spiritwear! It was also great to see so many families at the Back to School Social, our first Pokémon Night of the year and McTeacher Night! We have many great fundraisers and events coming in the next few months and we can't wait to see everyone. Thank you again for your continued support!

Upcoming Events!
Thursday 10/10 | Dine Out @ Dak Dak

Skip making dinner and join FTC at Dak Dak Korean Wings in Villa Park for a Dine Out from 4-10 PM on Thursday, October 10! Show the flyer or order online here using code DISTRICT48.

Please note that Dak Dak has minimal seating at the restaurant so it is best to plan for carry out or curbside pickup!

Saturday 10/19 | FTC Fall Fest!

Join FTC for our annual Fall Fest! We will have carnival games, crafts, trick or treating and a bake sale!

Sign up here to bring an item for the bake sale, decorate an Albright classroom door for trick or treating and other volunteer shifts! Click the image for more info!

Friday 11/8 | Casino Night!

Join FTC for an adults only night out with the return of Casino Night! $75 admission gets you a full buffet dinner, access to the silent auction and $500 funny money to start your night! Cash bar will be available.

Don't worry if you are not a casino expert! Our dealers are on hand to deal and help you learn the games! 

Enjoy a night out, meet and socialize with other District 48 parents. Don't wait! Tickets must be purchased in advance here.

Volunteer Opportunities

FTC events and fundraisers can't take place without volunteers! Volunteer options generally include helping with set up and/or clean up, or 1 hour shifts at different stations at an event! One volunteer shift per family goes a long way toward putting on the community building events! We are currently looking for volunteers for Fall Fest on Saturday, October 19 and to help with sports concessions at Albright! Click the link below for all of FTC's current volunteer opportunities!

Volunteer Now!
Reminders
FTC Holiday Fundraiser

The FTC fall fundraiser books should have come home with students at Salt Creek and Swartz this week! Books are available at Albright in the office. Get a jump start on holiday preparation and shopping all while supporting FTC! Get your fundraising page started here. Fundraiser will be open October 1-18 and all orders will be received in time for the holidays.

Questions? Contact Lisa Auriemme at lauriemme@saltcreek48ftc.org.

Albright Sports Concessions

FTC is looking for YOUR help to run concessions at Albright home games! Volunteer times will be 4-5 pm or 5-6 pm. Sign up here

FTC is also looking for concessions donations! Purchased donations from the Amazon Wishlist will be shipped directly to Albright! Order here.

Questions? Contact Sarah Szarzynski at sszarzynski@saltcreek48ftc.org.

October FTC Meeting

The next FTC meeting is Monday, October 21 at 7PM at Albright in the cafeteria. New members are always welcome to learn about what FTC does and different ways you can get involved to support District 48! Involvement can be large or small, we appreciate any way you can give your time! We love to hear new ideas and see new faces! 

Event Highlights!
Pokemon Night

Thanks to all of the families who joined us at our first Pokémon Night of the school year! The kids enjoyed trading cards and playing games! Can't wait to see everyone at the next one on November 13!

McTeacher Night

A big thank you to all the families and staff who attended McTeacher Night! This popular event is a great fundraiser to kick off the year! It was a very busy night! Thank you for your support!

Looking Ahead
Thursday, October 10
4:00p FTC Dine Out - Dak Dak Korean Wings
Saturday, October 19
12:00p Fall Fest
Monday, October 21
7:00p FTC Meeting
Friday, November 8
6:30p Casino Night
Wednesday, November 13
6:30p Pokemon Night
Monday, November 18
7:00p FTC Meeting
Wednesday, November 20
5:00p FTC Dine Out - Chipotle
Thursday, November 21
1:30p Salt Creek Fall Room Parties
FTC Quick Links
Click Here
Facebook
Facebook
Instagram
Instagram
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -