Be sure to ask your neighbors, friends and family to help save these valuable coupons! Our goal for the month of January is to collect 10,000 Box Tops which will earn us $1,000.00 to help fund exciting events and programs for our school! Help us reach our goal by sending in your Box Tops by […]
Be sure to ask your neighbors, friends and family to help save these valuable coupons! Our goal for the month of May is to collect 10,000 Box Tops which will earn us $1,000.00 to help fund exciting events and programs for our school! Help us reach our goal by sending in your Box Tops by […]
Let's show our support to our all of the amazing staff at TFS...with your help we will be providing the TFS Staff with some tasty treats! If you would like to make a donation, please click on the day of the week to see a list of items needed and sign up to help out. […]
Grades 1-4: New students & parents will enter at the main door and proceed to the All Purpose Room Kindergarten students & parents will enter at the gym doors and proceed into the Gymnasium A bus will be on site for students who are new to bus transportation.
Orders have been placed and are being processed! We will let you know when to expect them to be sent home with your child(ren)! Thank you for your support! Pre-K: Purple / Kindergarten: Red / 1st Grade: Orange / 2nd Grade: Yellow / 3rd Grade: Green / 4th Grade: Blue / Parent/Volunteer: Grey
Please join us in the Library for our monthly PTTF meeting. Childcare is available for TFS students and their siblings while their parents/guardians attend these meetings. Childcare will meet in the All Purpose Room from 5:45PM - 7:15PM. Nut-free snacks are permitted during this time. Children attending must be potty trained.
More details to follow!
Bring in your loose change! Each grade level will have their own jar which will be located outside of the main office from 8:30 - 9:30 each day. Pennies and Dollars ADD to the grade level total amount . Nickels (-5 pts), Dimes (-10 pts), and Quarters (-25 pts) SUBTRACT from the grade level total […]
Please join us in the Library for our monthly PTTF meeting. Childcare is available for TFS students and their siblings while their parents/guardians attend these meetings. Childcare will meet in the All Purpose Room from 5:45PM - 7:15PM. Nut-free snacks are permitted during this time. Children attending must be potty trained.
Registration capacity has been reached and is now closed. If you did not receive a confirmation email, please reach out to Kim to let her know. Come in your PJs with a blanket to get comfy in the Gym! There will be a concession stand, a raffle table and picture corner! TFS families WILL NOT […]
Box Tops Prize: Kids get to pick what they want to wear on Friday, March 13th for hitting our school-wide goal of at least 3,000 Box Tops for January 2020! Kids can choose to wear Pajamas, a Hat (any kind of hat!), or Both if they would like!
*Due to Merrimack Schools being closed from March 16 - March 20, the Ties and Tiaras event will not be held on March 19th as originally planned. PTTF will provide updates with regard to this event in the upcoming week(s). Thank you for your understanding and patience at this time.*
Under normal circumstances we would request help from our TFS families for food contributions to provide meals/snacks/treats for our AMAZING staff members. This year we are requesting Thank You pictures to contribute to a Staff Appreciation video. Click for SignUp Genius for Staff Appreciation Week Video
Participants can join the game by following these simple steps: 1. Download the GooseChase iOS or Android app 2. Choose to play as a guest, or register for a personal account 3. Add game code 4. Follow the prompts to select or create your player profile Game Codes are as follows Pre-School: M4ZP68 Kindergarten: ZDR6VG […]
At TFS we celebrate every staff member - check back to see the awesome Staff Appreciation Video that was made for them!
Help us reach our Thorntons Ferry School (TFS) Goal of 3,000 Box Tops in October! There are three ways to submit Box Tops to TFS: Cut the entire Box Top (must include expiration date) from product package, then glue/tape on the back of this sheet. Return sheet(s) to your child’s teacher by October 29th. Download […]
This year pictures will be taken outside, rain or shine. Geskus photographers will be set up in tents to accommodate any weather condition. All photo orders will be placed online by visiting the Geskus website. The TFS unique school code S9A5WTSY. If there are any questions or concerns, please contact the main office at 889-1577. Cohort […]
Contest runs by Grade Level! Families/students can decorate and/or carve a pumpkin, then snap a photo of it to enter! The winning pumpkin from each grade level will receive a $10 to Haywards! Rules 1. 'TFS' must be incorporated in your pumpkin design or shown in your photo (i.e., a note card beside your pumpkin […]
The PTTF is hosing a Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, October 24th! Prizes will be awarded to the first three families that find all 12 pumpkins! Twelve giant pumpkin cutouts will be hidden throughout Merrimack. Families will be emailed 12 clues to help locate each of the hiding spots. Once a pumpkin is found, they will then […]
Voting has closed - please check back on Thursday, October 29th to view the winning pumpkins*! Six $10 gift cards to Haywards will be awarded to: (1) Pumpkin with overall most votes + (5) Pumpkins with most votes per Grade Level. *Winners will be contacted on Thursday, October 29th by 5:00p.m.; prizes can be picked […]
We are happy to announce the Winter Spirit Store will be open at 12:00p.m., Monday, November 9 and close at 11:59p.m., Sunday, November 22, 2020! We will feature items in both our newly designed TFS logo and also the Merrimack logo! Start your holiday shopping and stock up on your favorite cold weather gear! […]
Students are invited to wear their TFS Better Together Grade level shirts, or any shirt that matches their grade level color! Pre-K: Purple Kindergarten: Red 1st Grade: Orange 2nd Grade: Yellow 3rd Grade: Forest Green 4th Grade: Royal Blue
Students are invited to wear their TFS Better Together Grade level shirts, or any shirt that matches their grade level color! Pre-K: Purple Kindergarten: Red 1st Grade: Orange 2nd Grade: Yellow 3rd Grade: Forest Green 4th Grade: Royal Blue
Cohort A students will attend school on Nov 23rd ONLY / Cohort C students will receive remote instruction
Though not a typical day for Cohort B & D, all students in Cohort B will attend school on Nov 24th while all students in Cohort D will receive direct remote instruction
Staff Prep days to transition to full remote instruction
Cohort A students will attend remote instruction on Dec 2nd
Cohort B students will attend remote instruction
The Merrimack School District is sponsoring a food drive to benefit the St. James Food Pantry. Please bring items to the designated area in your school buildings from Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 19, 2021. The items most needed are: jelly, baked beans, rice, kid snacks, and juice boxes. They always accept all perishable […]
The PTTF is seeking nominations for the Executive Board for the 2021-2022 school year. We are requesting your assistance to help identify parents that might be interested in assisting TFS by serving on the PTTF Executive Board. If you, or someone you know, may be interested in serving on the PTTF Executive Board, please complete […]
The PTTF is forming a playground committee to update the TFS playgrounds this summer! We are currently looking for a few parent volunteers to join this committee. Please email Kim by Monday, April 19, to learn more or if you are interested in joining this committee. Thank you!
All of our TFS Staff Members have gone above & beyond this past year...and we need your help to give them all a special week to celebrate their hard work! If your child would like to make a card or draw a picture for their favorite staff members, we have a few ideas attached below! Staff Appreciation […]
To kick off TFS Staff Appreciation Week, the PTTF needs your help to Chalk the Walk! Swing by TFS with your own sidewalk chalk on either Saturday, May 1st or Sunday, May 2nd, to fill our sidewalks and pavement with positive messages (or pictures) of 'Thank You' to our awesome TFS Staff. Messages can be written on the sidewalk and […]
The final Box Tops for Education for the ’20-’21 school year begins on May 3rd! All proceeds go to the PTTF and are used for programs & events throughout the school year. Help us reach our Thorntons Ferry School (TFS) Goal of 3,000 Box Tops in May! There are three ways to submit Box Tops […]
The PTTF is excited to announce the spirit store is now open! This is the ONLY time of year that grade level shirts can be purchased. Each grade level is designated a color that can be worn on monthly spirit days or assemblies. Grade Level Colors are as follows: The store features many different styles and […]
School Picture Day for Grades: Pre-K through 4 The PTTF is excited to welcome Lifetouch + Shutterfly to TFS as the new school photographer! Visit Lifetouch using Picture Day ID: EVT2SBXR7 to order your child(ren)'s student portraits today!
Back by popular demand, the PTTF is excited to announce this year’s fall fundraiser is Lyman Orchards Pie and Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough! Let’s beat our goal of selling over 1,500 pies! Orders may be placed via order form or online as your child/family is able to create their own unique webpage to share with family […]
Please join the PTTF for the first general meeting of the 2020-2021 school year! Pre-registration is required as this will help determine the space required for the meeting location. Volunteer Training will immediately follow the General Meeting
PTTF Volunteer training for all in-person volunteers. Training will review policies, procedures, and additional information on mandatory online training courses for all volunteers, as well as information on Merrimack School District background checks.
PTTF Volunteer training for all in-person volunteers. Training will review policies, procedures, and additional information on mandatory online training courses for all volunteers, as well as information on Merrimack School District background checks.
Check back soon for details and information on the Halloween festivities for TFS!
Join us on Wed, 11/3 @ 6:00pm for General Meeting! We have lots of exciting news and updates to share with you this month and look forward to seeing you at the meeting! Pre-registration is required.
Thank you for purchasing pies/cookie dough and supporting the PTTF! All pies and cookie dough will be delivered frozen and must be picked up between 3:30 - 5:00 PM! Curbside pickup will be at Thorntons Ferry School. When you arrive for your scheduled time slot, please pull into the front circle, remain in your car and a […]
Parent/Educator Conferences: Be on the lookout from your child(ren)'s teachers for a Sign-Up Genius for available time slots. The PTTF is hosting the first Hospitality Night for our educators. We will be accepting donations for the purchase of all dinner items to provide dinner to our educators during parent/teacher conferences. Any donation is greatly appreciated!
The TFS Annual Craft Fair is back for its 39th year and we cannot wait to see everyone there! Be sure to swing by the fair to check out the Raffle Room & Silent Auctions, Game & Santa Wings, Concession Café, Bake Sale, Usborne book fair, and new this year, with the help of St […]
Parent/Educator Conferences: Be on the lookout from your child(ren)'s teachers for a Sign-Up Genius for available time slots.
Join us at Buckley Bakery & Cafe on Friday, December 3rd starting at 9:30AM for casual talk over coffee!
Students that wish to have their photo retaken must bring the original picture package to school to return to the photographer. Students that missed the original picture day may show up for retakes and do not need any additional paper/confirmation with them.
Spread the word & join us at the Thirsty Moose Merrimack on Wed, 12/15 between 4 - 9 PM. The Thirsty Moose Merrimack will donate 10% of all dine-in & takeout sales to the PTTF to support the playground fund! Bring your family or friends and enjoy great food and drinks! It's sure to be […]
Check back soon for additional information!
Penny Wars are back for the fourth year in a row! Last school year the current 4th grade class overturned the previous two-time current 3rd grade champs! Will they keep their title of Penny War Champs before they head to the Upper Elementary, or...will the current 3rd graders take back their title of reigning champs, […]
Join us at the February General Meeting to discuss upcoming events and fundraisers. Pre-registration is required by Monday, January 31 @ 5:00 PM. We look forward to seeing you there!
Join members of the PTTF for our February Morning Hawk Talk at Buckley's Bakery & Café! Meet upstairs for a casual opportunity to connect with the PTTF board and other parents/families from TFS. We look forward to chatting with you! No pre-registration necessary. Questions? Please email Kim.
Additional information coming soon...
The PTTF is hosting the MCM Spring 2022 fundraiser which features Butter Braid Pastries & Otis Spunkmerer Cookie Dough! Orders may be placed online or via order form sent home with your child. Important dates to note: Orders Accepted: Mon, March 14 – Mon, March 28 by 3:00 PM Order Pick-Up: Thu, April 14 from […]
Thank you for supporting the PTTF by purchasing butter braid pastries & cookie dough!! All orders are delivered frozen and must be picked up between 3:30 - 5:30 pm @ Thorntons Ferry School (TFS). Afterschool student pickup MUST be completed prior to the start of our fundraiser curbside pickup. We ask that you be mindful of these […]
A week to celebrate ALL of our amazing staff members at TFS! More details to follow on how you can help!
Join members of the PTTF for our March Morning Hawk Talk at Buckley's Bakery & Café! Meet upstairs for a casual opportunity to connect with the PTTF board and other parents/families from TFS. We look forward to chatting with you! No pre-registration necessary. Questions? Please email Heather.
Please join us in the Library for our monthly PTTF meeting.
Join members of the PTTF for our April Morning Hawk Talk at Buckley's Bakery & Café! Meet upstairs for a casual opportunity to connect with the PTTF board and other parents/families from TFS. We look forward to chatting with you! No pre-registration necessary. Questions? Please email Heather.
Please join us in the Library for our monthly PTTF meeting.
Join members of the PTTF for our May Morning Hawk Talk at Buckley's Bakery & Café! Meet upstairs for a casual opportunity to connect with the PTTF board and other parents/families from TFS. We look forward to chatting with you! No pre-registration necessary. Questions? Please email Heather.
Have your child(ren) get a jump start on summer reading with the purchase of new books from the Scholastic Book Fair Sidewalk Sale! Each classroom will visit the book fair during their classroom timeslot to browse and shop throughout the week.
Families of third and fourth graders are invited to join the Unified Arts Team for our year-end Showcase of Learning celebration on Tuesday, May 23rd, from 5:30-7:00. Please mark your calendars!
TFS INVITES OUR 2023 VOLUNTEERS TO A BREAKFAST IN THEIR HONOR. We’d like to take a moment to say Thank You for your kindness, your gift of time, and your continued support of TFS students and staff. WHEN: Thursday, May 25th WHERE: TFS Library TIME: 9:00-10:00 Hope you can join us for a lite breakfast, […]
Join members of the PTTF for our last Morning Hawk Talk of the 2022-2023 school year at Buckley's Bakery & Café! Meet upstairs for a casual opportunity to connect with the PTTF board and other parents/families from TFS. We look forward to chatting with you! No pre-registration necessary. Questions? Please email Heather.
Join us for the last General Meeting of the 2022-2023 School Year.
Kindergarten only: arrival starts at 8:15 Grades 1 - 4: arrival starts at 10:15