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Originally delivered on 9/25/2025 9:00 am

SUBJECT: Indian Trail PTO Updates: September 25, 2025

September 25, 2025
TL;DR: Fast Facts
  • 9/27: See you at the FUNd Run/Walk + it's not too late to register - Just 25 more registrations could secure victory for our school! More.
  • 9/27: Catch a free movie at Wayfarer, called Grow. More
  • 9/30: Return your new family yard sign to the front vestibule.
  • 10/1: Sign up for happy hour at DeNucci's and check out upcoming social events for PTO members! More.
  • Head's up, Spiritwear will be going home in your child's backpack + if you missed ordering, a limited run is available now through October 8! 
  • Good at selling used stuff? Head to the Volunteer section below, we need you!
Let’s Do This, Indian Trail! We’re So Close: Just 25 More Registrations for the FUNd Run Could Push Us Ahead!

Last year, Indian Trail took home the FUNd Run/Walk trophy for the first time in ages, by achieving the highest registration percentage compared to other HP elementary schools!

To defend our title, we need YOU to register for this year's event on Saturday, September 27 (run or walk, whether or not you plan to attend)Let’s rise to the challenge, because that trophy belongs at Indian Trail! Learn more.

Also, the D112 Foundation is looking for volunteers to help with race packet pick-up and also onsite. Sign up here

Did You Miss Ordering Spiritwear?

Good news! You’ve got another chance! 🎉 T-shirts, sweatshirts, and more are available to order now through October 8. Order here.

PS: Huge thanks to everyone who already ordered—we’ve already matched last year’s fundraising total! 

Ashbey events
Social Events for PTO Members

This year IT PTO Membership is excited to offer a calendar of social events created exclusively for members to foster community in collaboration with local businesses.

Next up: Happy Hour at DeNucci's on October 1 at 5:30 pm. Sign up via the link below.

Note: The September 25 Stretch Lab event is canceled. 

Thank you, event partners: Double Cup Coffee, Stretch Lab, DeNucci's, and Secret World Books! Register & view the full schedule here and contact Ashbey Beasley with questions.

Grow
Free Screening of “Grow” + Meet and Greet!

Check out this free screening of the movie “Grow” plus a meet and greet with the film’s star Priya-Rose Brookwell and director John McPhail on September 27 at 3 pm at Wayfarer Theaters. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 

GROW is an exuberant tale full of giant pumpkins, madcap characters and a little girl who might just be a pumpkin-growing savant. Rated PG 1hr 47min. Register here & contact Ashbey Beasley with questions.

Thank You for a Great Back to School Bash!

What a wonderful evening! It was such a joy to see friends, teachers, and administrators come together. A special shout-out to Associate Principal McDermott for overseeing the event, and an extra-big thank you to our amazing volunteers who made it all possible:

Yana Wilmot, MD Events • Jordana Greenberg, VP Operations • Missy Segal, President • Dana Karmin, MD Programming • Ali Burnham, FUNd Run Chair • Kristin Ihnchak, Greenhouse Chair • Leah Davis, MD Marketing • Patrick Wilmot • Parul Gill • Anabel Ortega • Torrie Behrens • Ben Ihnchak • Emily Van Horne • Lauren Stummer

We couldn’t have done it without you!

PS: If you're interested in lending a hand at the Spring Fling in May, we’re looking for a Chair to help organize it. Please respond to this email if you’d like to learn more about what it entails.

We’re grateful to Michael's for helping us raise $1,285! 

A huge thank you to Michael’s for catering the delicious food and helping raise funds for our PTO! With $5 donated from each ticket sold, we raised $1,285. This money supports assemblies, field trips, student scholarships and more.

Special thanks to Adam Porte, owner of Michael’s, for his generous support!

We’re also grateful to Hi-Five Sports for helping support the Bash!

Hi-Five's mission is to support local communities by keeping kids active and engaged throughout the year!

At Hi-Five Sports Zone Northbrook Court, we offer:

  • Year-Round Sports Programs

  • Day Off School Camps

  • Birthday Parties Tailored for Children

Plus, our Hi-Five Sports Camp North Shore is offering exclusive early bird registration for families from District 112.Special Offer: Email us at northshore@hifivesports.com and mention you’re from DISTRICT 112 to receive a 10% discount on our Fall classes or a credit if you’ve already registered.

Don’t Miss Out on Our Early Bird Offer!

  • CLICK HERE for Hi-Five Sports Camp for Girls and Boys - EARLY BIRD 10% off through 9/1 and 5% off through 11/30

  • CLICK HERE for All of Our Hi-Five Sports Zone Programs and School Break Camps

We look forward to a season of fun and learning with your child. For more information or any questions, feel free to reach out.

Please Return Your Yard Sign

Thanks for showing your school spirit with your new family yard sign! Please drop your sign at the IT front vestibule by September 30 - we reuse them each year.

Help Us Build the Yearbook!

We’re collecting photos all year long! While it's fresh in your minds, please share Back to School Bash photos. Please email photos (with event, child’s name, etc.) to indiantrailyearbooks@gmail.com.

Also, we are looking for volunteers interested in helping us create their child's classroom page(s) for the yearbook...Please email us at the address above! 

Calling All Volunteers

Throughout the year, our events and programs depend on volunteers like you! Visit the Volunteers page to see current opportunities and sign up anytime. 

  • Are you good at selling used stuff? We have a Spiritwear-making kit that we no longer need...can you help us sell it on Facebook Marketplace, Ebay, etc? Please respond to this email if you're interested. 
  • We are looking for volunteers to help create their child's classroom page(s) for the yearbook. Email us if you can help.
Weekly Hot Lunch Order Deadline - Thursdays at 10 am

Indian Trail PTO partners with Lunch Solutions to bring convenient pre-purchased hot lunch options from local restaurants to Indian Trail five days per week. Orders for each week are due by Thursday 10am the week prior.

For full details and to get started, please visit our Lunch Solutions page.

Purchase Memberships, Yearbooks, & More

The PTO Store is where you may purchase an annual membership, yearbooks, 5th grade assignment notebooks, and consider additional donations. While $30 annual family membership dues are optional, we hope you will consider supporting our PTO programs and events. Promo codes are listed in the PTO Store for families that need discounted or free items.

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