welcome to the colts neck pto
Our mission is to promote the intellectual, social, and ethical welfare of our children through a close relationship between school and home. All parents, guardians and teachers in the Colts Neck PreK-8 school district are invited and encouraged to become members of our very active PTO. If you would like to become a member, please email membership@coltsneckpto.org.
THE SUCCESS OF THE PTO DEPENDS ON YOUR SUPPORT!
BEST WISHES FROM THE PTO
Sending wishes for a happy Holiday season and a wonderful New Year.
As we welcome our newest families and appreciate our longtime members, we are excited to kick off 2026 with renewed energy! Stay tuned for our next newsletter on January 7th.
With many thanks,
The Colts Neck PTO Executive Board
BANG COOKIES
ORDER DECEMBER 8TH-22ND
Don't miss out, 5 DAYS LEFT to give (or gift!) the joy of Bang Cookies this holiday season! These cookies are not only delicious but are baked with REAL butter and organic, PREMIUM ingredients.
Get ready to give (or gift!) the joy of Bang Cookies this holiday season! These cookies are not only delicious but are baked with REAL butter and organic, PREMIUM ingredients. You can place your orders next week on December 8th - December 22nd. While you wait, you can learn more about Bang Cookies HERE.
For questions email Alana Ventrice at
KINDERGARTEN WINTER WONDERLAND
JANUARY 22ND | 6:45-7:45 PM | CRPS CAFETERIA
Come have Snow Much Fun with your Kindergarten friends! This is a FREE event open to current CRPS Kindergarten students only. Every child must be accompanied by one parent and no siblings are allowed. Please complete the electronic permission slip and payment form (if you want to register and become a PTO member) by January 8th.
For questions, please email kindergartenevent@coltsneckpto.org.
42ND ANNUAL LADIES' SPRING GALA
MARCH 19TH | SOUTH GATE MANOR
Save the Date for the 42nd Annual Ladies’ Spring Gala: PJs & Prosecco!
Slip into your cutest pajamas, grab your best gals and get ready for a night of bubbly fun! Join us as we celebrate sisterhood, community and the sweetest tradition of the year. From cozy vibes to silk dresses, you can dress up or down, either way, this is one gala you won’t want to miss.
If you are interested in volunteering for this incredible event, please contact our gala chairs at gala@coltsneckpto.org.
PRE-K DINO PARTY STORY TIME
JANUARY 29TH | 5 - 6 PM | CRPS FOYER
Pre-K students are invited to enjoy a Dino Party at the Primary School! This is a FREE event open to current CRPS Pre-K students only.
Every child must be accompanied by one parent and no siblings are
allowed. Please complete the online permission slip by JANUARY 5TH to secure your child's spot.
Already registered? Forward this email to your fellow CRPS Pre-K parents to ensure no one misses out.
For questions, contact contact Melissa Lorippo and Ashley Morgan at prekevent@coltsneckpto.org.
8TH GRADE BREAKFAST
DECEMBER 23RD | 9-11AM | CDMS CAFETERIA
We are excited to host this festive event for our graduating class! All 8th-grade students are invited and encouraged to dress in festive holiday attire. We are looking for 8th-grade parent volunteers, if you are interested please sign up and join in on the fun!
If you have any questions, please contact Desirae Pesce at 8thGradeEvents@coltsneckpto.org
FROSTY'S
HUGE THANKS to Bowie Ditmars, Julie Leizer, Sarah Towers and Mallory Triano for chairing this festive event for our kids!
THANK YOU to our community partners from the Colts Neck Recreation Department for donating a craft table for all of our little shoppers to enjoy and to the CNTEA for donating a hot chocolate table for everyone to enjoy.
BIG THANK YOU you to CRPS staff, Don Felle for helping with security and product delivery as well as to Wilson Nunez for working so hard to prepare the school before the event and clean up after the big day.
MANY THANKS to Amy Linquito and Jen Mulè and to all of the parent and student volunteers who lent a hand before, after and during the event: Jill Badracco, Jennianne Black, Kara Brick, Penelope El-Dalati, Jenna Fiorentini, Elena Hrymack, Kim Kaufman, Kim Mahagan, Ashley Marrazzo, Stephanie McCurley, Elizabeth McCutcheon, Mara McInerney, Gina Morabito, Lena Nicholson, Lindsey Nix, Jennifer Perdelwitz, Lindsey Powell, Mallory Reardon, Stacy Savich, Kaitlin Schubert, Emily Silva, Alana Ventrice and Jasmine Yee-Gutowski.
THANKS ALSO to our student volunteers who acted as helpful elves for our little shoppers!
BOX TOP$
BoxTop$ are digital, so no more clipping! Download the app to your phone, scan your receipt including qualifying products, and the money instantly gets added to our school's earnings online. All schools can select CONOVER ROAD ELEMENTARY as their charity. Click HERE for more information. For questions, contact Kim Kaufman at president@coltsneckpto.org.
HOLIDAY CARDS AND GIFTS
It will be holiday season before we know it and many of us will be ordering cards and gifts. This year, you can save 20% off holiday cards and gift purchases at the online retailer Minted and they will donate 15% back to the CNPTO!
To participate, visit minted.com/holiday to start your holiday shopping and use coupon code FUNDRAISECOLTSNECK. Happy shopping!
COLT SQUISHY AND SPIRIT BLANKET
As the nights begin to get cooler, cuddle up with a super soft Blanket and Colt Squishy while supporting our schools and spreading school spirit!
Blankets and Colt Squishy will be delivered to your child's classroom.
All sales are final, no returns or exchanges.
For questions contact Kim Kaufman at president@coltsneckpto.org or Alana Ventrice at fundraising@coltsneckpto.org.
SAVER CARDS
Keep this handy card in your wallet and use it after December 2025 to save at places like the Colts Neck Flower Shop, Colts Neck Pharmacy, Alternate Ending Beer Company, Amazing Escape Room, Get Air, Avanti Day Resort, Food Emporium and much more! View the full list of participating businesses at www.route9community.com/participating-businesses. Orders can be placed with membership registration. For more information, or additional cards, contact Amy Linquito at communications@coltsneckpto.org.
SAVE THE DATE
8th Grade Breakfast: Tuesday, December 23rd
Kindergarten Event: Thursday, January 22nd
Pre-K Event: Thursday, January 29th
3rd Grade Event: Thursday, February 5th
Book Swap: Wednesday, February 25th
Ladies' Spring Gala: Thursday, March 19th
4th Grade Event: Friday, February 20th
Flower Sale: Friday, May 8th
8th Grade Dance: Friday, June 12th
COMMUNITY CORNER
The Colts Neck Park and Recreation December has opened registration for their annual Winter Volley Ball Clinic. This 8-session clinic is for children 10-14 years old, boys and girls any skill level. The clinic will begin January 7th - February 25th on Wednesday nights. More information can be found HERE.
The Colts Neck Library December activities calendar is now available HERE.
