updated 10-10-2025
October already! Thank you to everyone who attended our first PTO meeting on Tuesday. Missed it? You can always find the minutes here. It’s a busy month so don’t forget to mark your calendar now for our first dining out fundraiser at the Chateau (Oct 7th) the opening of Math League Sign Ups (Oct 8th) and the event that needs no reminder, Haunted Hallway (Oct 24th!)
Warm Autumn Wishes,
Your PTO
SAVE THE DATES
Math League Registration Opens - Oct 8th
Haunted Hallway - October 24th
SEPAC Coffee Meet Up - November 5th (details)
ANNUAL CONTRIBUTION DRIVE
We aim to raise $7,500 from our annual PTO drive. Every donation, no matter the amount, is appreciated and important in helping us continue to fund enrichment and community activities. Please consider making a contribution today! We recommend a contribution of $50 for families with one student and $100 for families with two or more students.
Donate based on what feels comfortable for your family and your financial situation. Every amount, big or small, is greatly appreciated.
As a reminder, we also have a Corporate Match option. Many employers offer matching donations because MJS PTO is a qualified 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
HAUNTED HALLWAY October 24th, 6pm
One of the highlights of the year, the annual Haunted Hallway is quickly approaching. A great way to celebrate the spooky season with friends and get more than one use out of that Halloween costume. The first half hour (6-6:30pm) will be sensory friendly with no lights, smoke, and music. Don’t forget to please bring a donation for the Westwood Food Pantry. VOLUNTEERS are ALWAYS needed. Even if haunting is not your thing, there’s plenty of room to share snacks or join the clean up crew. Sign up here.
VOLUNTEER NEEDS
It’s never too late to volunteer! All the great programs, events and enrichment opportunities don’t happen without the support of the MJ community.
IMMEDIATE NEEDS 25/26
Square 1 Art
Grant Writing
Grade 2 Math League Coordinator
Wrapping Paper
LOOKING AHEAD 26/27
This is a great chance to shadow the leads this year to ensure a smooth transition next year!
Cultural Event
Walk a Thon
Movie Night
Field Day
BIRTHDAY BOOKS 
Participate in the PTO Birthday Book Program! Ms. Swinning has selected some fantastic books that students have requested, but the Martha Jones library does not currently have. During their birthday month, participating children are invited to the library to pick a brand new book from this collection. A bookplate commemorating your child’s birthday will be placed inside the front cover and they will be the very first student to borrow this book! Once they’ve finished reading it, the book will be returned to the library’s collection, where it can be enjoyed for years to come. The cost of this program is $15 per student.
MARTHA JONES PTO FACEBOOK GROUP AND INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT 
Join the Facebook group and follow us on Instagram to get the latest PTO news and updates delivered right to your news feed! Join our Facebook group or follow us on Instagram @marthajonespto..
Martha Jones PTO Meeting Dates 2025-2026
November 18, 2025, 7pm
March 3, 2026, 7pm
May 5, 2026, 7pm
PTO CONTACT FOR EVENTS, NOTICES:
If you have an event or notice for our PTO update, please email it to:
PTO Co-Secretary - Jenn Katsilieris, Erika Gauthier
Martha Jones PTO Board 2025-2026
Ally Pavlic, Co-President
Lisa Lennon, Co-President
Abbe Lynch, Co-Treasurer
Monisha Dabek, Co-Treasurer
Jenn Katsilieris, Co-Secretary
Erika Gauthier, Co-Secretary
Priya Sharma, Co-Social Media
Gina Ciampolillo, Co-Social Media
Lauren Fortin, SEPAC
