August
- Aug 12 Popsicles with PTO
- Aug 13 Coffee with the Principals
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Aug 24
PTO Meeting 8:15 AM • Library
2026–2027 School Year • Old Orchard Owls
Welcome to the Old Orchard Elementary PTO — Soaring Higher Together!
Partnering parents, teachers, and staff to enrich classrooms, fund student programs, and build an unforgettable school experience for every Old Orchard Owl.
100%
Directly benefits Old Orchard students
20+ Events
Family nights, festivals & literacy
4th Mondays
8:15 AM meetings in School Library
“Vision without Action is merely a dream. Action without Vision just passes the time. Vision with Action can change the world.”
— Joel A. Barker
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Upcoming Events & 2026–2027 PTO Planner
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Featured School Events
Nov 12–19: Book Fair • Dec 1–4: Family Gift Basket Collection • Dec 7–11: Holiday Gift Shop
Upcoming PTO Meeting
November 30** at 8:15 AM in the School Library (**4th Monday is during Thanksgiving break)
2026–2027 Annual Event Grid PTO Planner 26–27
September
- Sep 14 PowerUp PledgeDrive Kickoff
- Sep 18 Fall Festival
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Sep 28
PTO Meeting 8:15 AM • Library
October
- Oct 1 PowerUp Fun Run
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Oct 26
PTO Meeting 8:15 AM • Library
- Oct 30 Trunk or Treat
- Oct 30 Halloween Parade
November
- Nov 12–19 Book Fair
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Nov 30**
PTO Meeting 8:15 AM • Library
December
- Dec 1–4 Family Gift Basket Collection
- Dec 7–11 Holiday Gift Shop
- No Dec Meeting • Winter Break
January
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Jan 25
PTO Meeting 8:15 AM • Library
- Jan 29 Chuck E Cheese Night
February
- Feb 16 Bingo For Books
- Feb 17 Pastries with Parents
- Feb 18 Career Day
- Feb 19 Owls' Family Dance
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Feb 22
PTO Meeting 8:15 AM • Library
March
- Mar 1–5 Read Across America
- All Month Read-A-Thon
- Mar 10 Picnic with Parents
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Mar 22
PTO Meeting 8:15 AM • Library
- TBD Variety Show
April
- Apr 22 Multicultural Night
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Apr 26
PTO Meeting 8:15 AM • Library
- Apr 26–30 Staff Appreciation
May
- May 6 Open House
- May 17–21 Penny Wars (TBD)
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May 24
PTO Meeting 8:15 AM • Library
June
Summer Break
Have a Great Summer!
Thank you for an amazing 2026–2027 school year, Old Orchard Owls!
Fridge-Ready & Mobile Sync
Save the 2026–2027 PTO Planner to Your Fridge or Phone
Never miss a Spirit Day, Family Dance, Book Fair, or morning PTO meeting! Download our official illustrated one-page 2026–2027 Planner to print for your refrigerator, or open our live Google Calendar on your phone.
Every Owl Counts
Support Our Owls: Fundraising & PBIS Store
Two direct, high-impact ways your family can fuel classroom magic and reward positive student behavior at Old Orchard Elementary.
Direct Giving & PowerUp Fun Run
Tax-Deductible 501(c)(3)
Direct Giving & PledgeDrive (Pledgestar)
Family and community contributions through Pledgestar are the heartbeat of our PTO budget. Unlike traditional catalog sales where third-party vendors keep half the proceeds, direct giving keeps funds right here at Old Orchard to directly pay for:
- ✓ Enrichment Assemblies & Field Trips that bring science, arts, and history to life for every grade level.
- ✓ Classroom Supplies & Teacher Grants so our educators have the tools they need without paying out of pocket.
- ✓ Community Events & Campus Spirit like our Fall Festival, Trunk or Treat, and Multicultural Night.
Positive Behavior Rewards
Wise Owl Choices!
Donate to the PBIS Store
Our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Store celebrates and rewards Old Orchard Owls for demonstrating positive behavior, safety, respect, and responsibility across campus.
- 1 Students earn incentives all month long for kindness, leadership, and safe choices on the playground and in class.
- 2 Parents & supporters can purchase pre-selected reward items directly from our official Amazon Wishlist.
- 3 Items ship straight to Old Orchard Elementary—keeping the shelves stocked and our Owls beaming with pride!
Volunteer With Us
Volunteer & Join a Committee
Whether you have 30 minutes a month or love planning campus-wide celebrations, there is a welcoming spot for you on our team!
Autumn Traditions
Sep & Oct
Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat Committee
Help plan carnival booths, trunk registrations, candy donations, decorations, and evening event logistics for our biggest autumn family traditions.
High Energy
Sep & Oct
PowerUp Fun Run & Fundraising Team
Energize our biggest fundraiser of the year! Help with Pledgestar outreach, lap-counting, water stations, music, and student prize distribution.
Literacy Champions
Nov / Feb / Mar
Book Fair & Literacy Events (Bingo for Books / Read-A-Thon)
Set up and help students shop at our November Book Fair, call numbers at February's Bingo for Books, and champion our March Read-A-Thon.
Heart of Campus
Year-Round
Hospitality & Staff Appreciation Committee
Coordinate Popsicles with PTO, Coffee with the Principals, Pastries with Parents, and our unforgettable April Staff Appreciation Week.
Family Memories
Jan – Apr
Owls' Family Dance & Community Nights
Bring the magic to our February Owls' Family Dance, April Multicultural Night, March Variety Show, and restaurant nights like Chuck E Cheese!
Flexible Schedule
Monthly
PBIS Store & Campus Support Volunteers
Help unbox and sort Amazon Wishlist deliveries, run the December Holiday Gift Shop, and staff the PBIS Reward Store for our students.
Voice & Transparency
General PTO Meetings
Everyone is welcome! Join us right after morning drop-off to hear school updates directly from the Principal and teachers, vote on funding requests, and help shape upcoming campus events.
When & Where
School Library
4th Monday of the month at 8:15 AM
2026–2027 General Meeting Schedule
8:15 AM in Library
August
August 24
8:15 AM • School Library
September
September 28
8:15 AM • School Library
October
October 26
8:15 AM • School Library
November
5th Monday
November 30**
**4th Monday is during Thanksgiving break
December
NO DECEMBER MEETING
Enjoy the Holidays & Winter Break!
January
January 25
8:15 AM • School Library
February
February 22
8:15 AM • School Library
March
March 22
8:15 AM • School Library
April
April 26
8:15 AM • School Library
May
May 24
8:15 AM • School Library
**Note: In November, the 4th Monday falls during Thanksgiving break, so our November PTO meeting moves to Monday, November 30 at 8:15 AM.
Parent & Teacher Leadership
Meet the PTO Executive Board
Our volunteer parent board is here to serve the Old Orchard family. Have an idea, question, or want to get involved? Reach out anytime!
President
2026–2027
Katie Davis
Leads PTO meetings, partners with school administration, and oversees annual goals.
Co-Vice President
2026–2027
Heather Riggen
Supports committees, campus events, and partners with leadership across PTO programs.
Co-Vice President
2026–2027
Jennifer Patterson
Coordinates volunteer initiatives, school-wide events, and executive board operations.
Treasurer
2026–2027
Isabel Contreras
Manages PTO finances, teacher reimbursements, monthly budget reports, and 501(c)(3) compliance.
Secretary
2026–2027
Lindsey Pugh Shen
Records meeting agendas, official minutes, and keeps our parent community informed.
Parliamentarian
2026–2027
Xenia Barahona
Advises on PTO bylaws, parliamentary procedure, board nominations, and governance.
Social Media Coordinator
2026–2027
McKenna Gates
Shares spirit days, event reminders, photos, and community highlights with Old Orchard families.
Our Commitment to Old Orchard
Soaring Higher Together
We work to promote the education and well-being of all children at home, in school, and in the community by providing a forum for discussion and fostering communication between parents, administrators, educators, and the community. Collectively we try to enhance the educational facilities and opportunities for the students of Old Orchard Elementary School that are not otherwise provided for in the school budgets through volunteer programs and acquiring resources for Old Orchard Elementary School as well as sponsoring projects and events for the benefit of Old Orchard students. We work together to raise funds as required to provide for all the above objectives.
Fostering Communication
Providing a transparent forum connecting families, teachers, and administrators to champion student well-being.
Campus Enhancement
Upgrading educational facilities and acquiring classroom learning tools that go beyond standard school budgets.
Events & Volunteers
Organizing school-wide projects, festivals, and raising funds so all Old Orchard Owls have opportunities to thrive.
We'd Love to Hear From You
Contact Us & Get in Touch
Have a question about an upcoming event, want to volunteer on campus, or interested in sponsoring the Old Orchard Owls? Send us a note and a PTO board member will reply promptly.
Official PTO Email
president@oopto661.comCampus Location
Old Orchard Elementary School
25141 N. Avenida Rondel, Valencia, CA 91355
School Website (Newhall School District)
www.oldorchardelementary.comDirect Support Quick Links
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