Originally delivered on 2/9/2026 3:00 pm

SUBJECT: ECLC PTO of Chatham ~ February 9, 2026

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Week of February 9, 2026
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Happy Chinese New Year!

Okay, so Chinese New Year doesn't start until February 17, but we will be on break so happy Year of the Horse in advance! Previous Horse years are 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, and 1954, with the next one not until 2038. Chinese astrology says that Horse is confident, agreeable, and responsible, although they also tend to dislike being reined in by others. They’re energetic free spirits who need space to express themselves.  Does this sound like anyone some of you might know? 

Also, remember that special day is coming on Saturday...of course, it's Valentine's Day! Given this blisteringly cold weather, I'd say that hot chocolate is a perfectly acceptable V-Day gift!! So spread the love and and party like this dude here. If that doesn't keep you warm, I don't know what else to tell you...  ;)

Events & Programs
Dance-A-Thon is Live!

Hopefully you saw the announcement last week, but in case you missed it, the ECLC PTO Dance-A-Thon (April 10, 2026) fundraiser starts NOW!

The Dance-A-Thon is an ECLC tradition that promotes an active lifestyle while empowering students to raise money to fund their school activities.

The Dance-A-Thon is the only fundraiser for the ECLC PTO. It raises over 90% of the money that the PTO uses to fund student events and activities throughout the year. This event is usually so successful that the PTO does not have to constantly solicit donations throughout the year. It is a win-win for parents and kids.

ECLC Families can donate using the Parents/Guardians link. We also encourage everyone to share the Friends, Family, and More link with, well, friends, family, and more! All the information can be found on the Electronic Backpack.

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We hope that each student would be able to raise a minimum of $25.00, but any amount achieved is greatly appreciated—you can edit the amount when you checkout. Please donate only what you can afford

** Be sure to share the link with friends, family, and coworkers, or anyone else who would like to contribute! **

DEADLINE TO CONTRIBUTE IS APRIL 10, 2026.

PTO Meetings
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JOIN US! PTO meetings are held monthly on select Tuesdays at 7:00. Anyone can attend meetings—either in person at the school (room 101) or hybrid/online (see below).

2026 Meetings Schedule:

February 10 — March 3 — April 7 — May 12 — June 2

We will announce if a meeting will be online only.

The link to join online is: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83590217126?pwd=KzM3bVE5bUg5YjhNaUhPZ2t5bzB4Zz0  

Meeting ID: 835 9021 7126   |   Passcode: 929623
One tap mobile: +16469313860,,83590217126# US
+19292056099,,83590217126# US (New York)

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Questions, comments, or suggestions?
Contact us at PTOChatham@eclcofnj.org

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