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We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join the PTO Board for the 2026/27 school year! Whether you want to help with events, coordinate Pizza Thursdays, or just lend a hand, we’d love to have you on the team. Email us or fill out this form for more information!
PARENT RESOURCES
Lunch Volunteers
Lunch Coverage Grades 3-5 (Every Other Tuesday from 12-12:25 PM)
Lounge Restock Sign-Ups
Each grade has a dedicated month to bless the UEMS Staff by restocking the lounge with snacks and drinks. Take a peek at the Sign Up and choose a treat!
2026-2027 Helpers Needed
NEWS & EVENTS
Pizza + Parents = Perfect Thursdays
Pizza + Parents = Perfect Thursdays
Calling All Helpers! 🍕
Please consider signing up for one or two Thursdays to help serve pizza to our kiddos. Pizza Thursdays are a favorite lunch option for families, and they’re only possible with the support of our amazing parent community.
Thursdays | 11:20 AM–12:45 PM
📲 Sign up here
Thank you for helping make Pizza Thursdays a success—we truly couldn’t do it without you!
Join Us Fridays for Parents in Prayer
Join Us Fridays for Parents in Prayer
Please join Parents in Prayer every Friday morning starting in September (check back for exact date) after drop off ends. Check in at the office and then head over to room 304A.
You are welcome to join any Friday and stay for however long that you can -- a weekly commitment is not required.
We hope to see you there!
EC UE/MS FUNDRAISER PROGRAMS
Important Note from the PTO:
This year, we are focusing primarily on community building. With that said, we are still participating in a handful of fundraising programs, most of which are “giving without spending” programs, to benefit the school and our children. The funds raised will be used to gift all students and staff a 2026/2027 Spiritual Theme T-shirt, fulfill a few school wish-list items, and offset community event costs.
The PTO greatly appreciates and thanks each of you who are able to participate and make any contribution!
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION
1. Scan the QR code (above)
2. Use code nu9m2p58 for an extra $5 bonus for the school when you scan your first receipt!
Download the App & Create Your Box Top Account!
💵 Earn free money for our school buy purchasing participating items!
👀 Check out participating items here!
📷 Take a photo of the receipt and attach within the app or email scanned or digital receipt to receipts@boxtopsfor4education.com.
🔔 Remember to make sure you allocate earnings to the correct school and grade within the app!
Bonus: If you receive your grocery receipts digitally, you can forward the receipt to mspto@easternchristian.org for credit as well!
MINTED FUNDRAISER
minted.com
minted.com
Enjoy 20% off Minted.com stationery, custom gifts, cards, and more...and Minted will donate 10% back to us!
Use promo code FUNDRAISEEASTERNCHRISTIAN
Minted.com offers beautiful gifts for a variety of events and holidays. Discount available all year-round! Share with your friends & family!
💰Total Funds Raised (last updated - December 2025): $289.40
GET TO KNOW YOUR PTO
Lisa VandeVrede, President
Children in 5th, 8th & 10th grades
Lisa VandeVrede, President
Children in 5th, 8th & 10th grades
Why I Serve... I want to lead the PTO this year to continue to build community, be close to my girls’ educational experience and inspire working moms of all types!
Amy Werner, Vice President
Children in 1st, 4th & 5th grades
Amy Werner, Vice President
Children in 1st, 4th & 5th grades
Why I Serve... It is important to build each other up as we navigate these precious years with our kids.
Treasurer
Treasurer
Intersted in this position? Please fill out this form or email us at mspto@easternchristian.org.
Joelle Hallajian, Secretary
Children in 4th & 5th grades
Joelle Hallajian, Secretary
Children in 4th & 5th grades
Why I Serve... I joined the UE/MS PTO to support the needs of our students and staff. As an added bonus, I’ve had the opportunity to get to know more members of our EC community and build meaningful connections along the way!
Social Media & Communications
Social Media & Communications
Intersted in this position? Please fill out this form or email us at mspto@easternchristian.org.
Hospitality Lead
Hospitality Lead
Intersted in this position? Please fill out this form or email us at mspto@easternchristian.org.
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