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!
FROSTY'S HOLIDAY SHOP
DECEMBER 6TH | 9-1PM | CRPS CAFETORIUM
Save the date for this annual favorite! Frosty's is an indoor event where kids can shop for loved ones in a safe and comfortable environment with the help of friendly student elves. View flyer below for details.
Parent and student volunteers are needed!
Friday, December 5th from 6:15-8:15pm - help setup and decorate.
Event Day, December 6th - Parents needed to assist shoppers and breakdown the event.
Event Day, December 6th - Student "elves" are needed to assist our younger students as they shop for gifts and also to help breakdown event.
Please sign up for a slot using the links below.
*You must be a PTO member to volunteer.
*Student volunteers must be in grades 6-8.
For volunteer questions, please contact Sarah Towers at sarah.towers@gmail.com. Any time you can give to setup or help on the event day will be greatly appreciated!
BANG COOKIES
ORDER DECEMBER 8TH-22ND
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.
PTO GENERAL MEETING
DECEMBER 10TH | 9:30 AM | ADMIN BLDG
Join us on Wednesday, December 10th, for our second meeting of the year. Get updates on the events we have planned and find out how you can get involved! No RSVP needed.
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
SPIRIT WEAR
BIG THANKS to Alana Ventrice for opening our second School Spirit Shop just in time for the holidays. Your orders have been received and will be processed before winter break.
CRES SCHOOL STORE
BIG THANKS to Jen SanFilippo and Jen Streit for organizing the first CRES School Store of the year! It was great seeing the excited faces of so many students eager to pick out a few items at the shop!
THANKS ALSO to the many volunteers who helped our shoppers: Kristen Baione, Julie Boucher, Delanie Brown, Danielle Cimino, Ashley DeBernandis, Bridget DeSena, Tara Edgette, Penelope El-Dalati, Eva DeStefano, Christina Dimuzio, Allison DiSimone, Jessica Dudek, Adrienne Fabozzi, Alyssa Giles, Robin Hyson, Kim Kaufman, Alyssa Lampart, Jackie Lavigne, Daniella Lennan, Desiree Leverich, Lauren Liberatore, Amy Linquito, Christine Lynam, Ashley Marrazzo, Stephanie Minucci, Jessica Mottola, Jen Mule, Lena Nicholson, Cara Pantano, Renate Pinnix, Chelsea Pizzulo, Lindsey Powell, Prathana Raja, Alicia Raia-Hawryklak, Jen Sciacca, Melissa Nasta-Strouse, Jasmine Ye-Gutowski and Lauren Young.
SHAKE SHACK DONATION DAY
BIG THANKS to Alana Ventrice for teaming us up with Shake Shack right before Thanksgiving.
HUGE THANKS to all the families who supported our schools by taking your families to Shake Shack to eat last week. We hope you enjoyed the night off from cooking and hope the kids enjoyed the burgers and shakes!
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
Frosty's Holiday Shop: Saturday, December 6th
General Meeting: Wednesday, December 10th
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
Flower Sale: Friday, May 8th
8th Grade Dance: Friday, June 12th
COMMUNITY CORNER
The Colts Neck Historical Preservation Committee will be hosting their annual Country Christmas at the Montrose Schoolhouse on Sunday, December 7th from 1-4pm. For more information, you can view the flyer HERE.
The Colts Neck Library December activities calendar is now available HERE.
