Roadrunner Rundown | 5/28

20 minutes ago
6 min read

Welcome
Last Chance for Giftcrowd
Back to School Shopping with Impacks
Roadrunner Spotlight
Library Lines
Recess + AISD Camp Partnership
Lost and Found
Shop with Lee
Join the PTA
Lee Calendar + Upcoming Events
Thank You to Our Sponsors

Welcome

We did it - it's the last day of school! Congratulations to everyone on making it through this year.

Join us this afternoon for a meetup at Central Market to celebrate the start of summer (and bring those yearbooks for signing).

Giftcrowd - it's not too late to donate - you can do so before 5 pm today here.

Summer Reading Challenge - only 20 minutes a day! Paper copies went home in folders, check out the google version here. Read more below.

Back to School Shopping with Impacks - get all your supplies by July 15 here.

Lost and Found - last chance is today! Grab your items at pickup before they are gone!

Konstella - we'll be resetting Konstella mid-summer. You will still have access to it, however classroom groups will go away. You'll still be able to search for individual users.

AISD Calendar - there were some adjustments to the 26-27 AISD calendar. You can see the new calendar here.

Thanks for reading this year - have an amazing summer!

Thank Teachers and Staff with Giftcrowd

Contribute before 5/28 at 5 pm

We've extended Giftcrowd - you can still contribute before 5 pm today!

Head here to start your gifting today!

You can leave optional text and video messages for the Lee Teachers & Staff, and the amount you contribute is confidential.

Thanks to everyone who has already contributed!

Back-To-School Shopping Made Easy

Cross next year's supplies off your to do list

Skip supply shopping with Impacks - order next year's supplies by July 15 and your order is delivered directly to the school!

Go here before July 15 and select your child’s upcoming grade: https://shop.myimpacks.com/school/russell-lee-elementary-austin-tx
Each kit includes everything required, teacher approved. Prices are comparable to Target, and cheaper than Amazon
Check out using a credit/debit card
Consider adding a donation at checkout. Impacks will match the first $5, and all funds will go to supporting our school
The supplies will be shipped directly to Russell Lee Elementary, where you will be able to pick them up during Meet the Teacher

Be sure to purchase your supply kit before the deadline of July 15.

Roadrunner Spotlight

by our PTA President, Jillian DeLaTorre Copland

Final words of gratitude to these two PTA Executive Board members who kept me put together and organized!

Jessica Hoffman and I have worked together for 3+ years! We started out with just the same mission: to make things run smoother, support staff, students and the community - we have evolved and formed a strong friendship that has stood through so many tests. This year Jessica served as the Parliamentarian - she has helped me navigate the processes deemed necessary by TXPTA for both the executive board and membership meetings. She has provided suggestions or recommendations for occasions while allowing me the freedom to grow as a leader. I will miss having her on the executive board for her final year at Lee but I am SO very grateful for the time we have served together. Thank you, Jessica! Jessica is mom to Sullivan.

Jessie Doloresco knows the nonprofit world but what she didn't know was that she would become my partner in PTA. We have met nearly every week all school year to ensure that the things that need to happen, DO; the things that pop up unexpectedly, are strategically planned; and become one of my good friends through it all. Things would have looked so differently if I didn't have Jessie working with me hand in hand. I am so grateful for her partnership to make this year's 25-26SY as successful as it was - planning for an outdoor classroom that was halted by AISD, navigating school closures, budget meetings to account for possible staffing cuts all on top of making the year a great one for students, staff and the commUNITY! Jessie has served as this year's Vice President of Lee PTA. Thank you so much, Jessie, for all your time, energy and leadership! Jessie is mom to Jack.

And from the Executive Board...

A special thanks to Jillian for an amazing year of leadership!

Running the PTA and raising four too,

No clue how you do what you do.

But somehow with calm, humor, and heart,

You make this whole place better to be a part... of.

Really though... Couldn't have done this last year without you!!!

-Jessie Doloresco, Vice President

Jillian has been a recognizable member of the Lee community for many years and this year graciously stepped in to the behemoth role of president. She has dedicated countless hours, sleepless nights and a genuine passion for this community and I’m so grateful for her service. Great job, friend!

-Jessica Hoffman, Parliamentarian

Jillian has been such an amazing leader this year and I’m so grateful for everything she’s done for our school and community. She just has a way of making everyone feel supported, inspired, and appreciated. You can always count on her to show up and get it done, no matter how big or small the ask! We are so lucky to have her!

-Kimberly Trott, VP Enrichment

Jillian’s dedication, leadership, and countless hours of involvement have made a meaningful impact on our school community. Her ability to consistently show up, support others, and keep so many initiatives moving forward is truly appreciated. She has an unwavering commitment to our Fami-LEE and has had a tremendous positive impact.

-Allison Spagnolo, Secretary

Jillian held my hand as I panicked my way into the communications role last summer. Communications is just a small part of everything she has to oversee and she's always been so supportive - no question was too small (or too dumb). She leads with so much love and gratitude and our community is so lucky to have her!

-Kelly Griswold, VP Communications

As PTA president, Jillian invests her whole heart into supporting the entire PTA team in achieving our goals. Her commitment to supporting and building the Lee community is a wonderful example to follow.

-Alisa Viedma, Treasurer

Jillian embodies the very essence of Fami-Lee. She genuinely cares for every member of our community, treating them as if they were her own family. As a compassionate leader, she has brought immense joy, happiness, and support to our school this year. We are incredibly fortunate to have her!

-Kelly Larson, Historian

Jillian is the embodiment of famiLee! She is the heart and foundation of our school community; pouring endless time, energy, and love into making our school such a special, welcoming, and meaningful place for everyone.

-Anjali Keller, VP Fundraising

Library Lines

by our wonderful Librarian Ms. Day

Be part of the 1400 Club - read at least 20 minutes a day all summer long, write down your minutes and turn in your reading log in August. Then celebrate with a popsicle party in the library!

Paper copies went home in folders, or you can use the digital version here (please make a copy).

And remember, when gas prices are so high - Books can take you to faraway places!!!

Once again I am so grateful to be part of our Lee Family. I have been humbled by the support and affirmations you have given me this Spring Budget Season.

Thank you. Sincerely.

Have a Safe and Wonder-filled Summer.

Love,

Mrs. Day

Recess + AISD Camp Partnership

Get 40% camps for May and 3% goes back to Lee

Find and book your student’s next favorite summer camp or class on Recess!

Through the end of May, Recess is running a special for 40% off ANY activity when using our school’s code at checkout: AISDPARTNERLEE3308

Our school will also get 3% back on every booking! Check out all of the fun options listed on hello-recess.com.

Lost and Found

Last call for lost and found! Be sure to grab your student's things before school ends - all items left at the end of school will be donated. You can see photos of items waiting to be claimed here.

Shop + Support Lee All Year Round

Shop with Pride Socks - All Year

Shop this Lee family-owned lifestyle brand that empowers individuals to take pride in who they. Use promo code lee20 for 20% off and Pride Socks will donate 20% of sales back to Lee PTA! Visit https://pridesocks.com/ to shop.

Name Bubbles - All Year

Use this link to order personalized name labels—they're a simple way to keep track of your child's supplies all year long and avoid a trip to lost and found. When you use our purchase link, a portion of every order goes back to support our school!

Minted - All Year

Visit Minted.com and receive 20% off your purchase and Minted will donate 10% of your purchase to the school! Use code: FUNDRAISERUSSELLLEE

This is a great opportunity to get holiday cards and gifts for the upcoming holiday season.

Questions about Shop with Lee events and or interested in partnering with us on Shop with Lee initiatives at your business? Email fundraising@russellleepta.org.