Welcome to the Chappell PTO
The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) for Eliza Chappell Elementary exists to create a collaborative and productive relationship between school administration, parents/guardians, and teachers in service of a quality education and experience for Chappell students. Join us in improving the school community for all.
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Upcoming events
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week | May 4-8
From the front office to the classroom, custodial team to counselors, every member of the Chappell staff plays a vital role in our school community. Join us in celebrating all that they do:
Send in extra vases you may have at home (for our flower celebration)
Bring bouquets the morning of Friday 5/8
Open Meeting | May 13 from 8 to 9 pm
We’ll be voting on PTO Executive Board members for next school year, as well as discussing the remaining events for the year. The meeting will be held on Zoom.
Cultural Festival | May 15 from 5 pm to 7 pm
Join us for a celebration of cultures! Learn about Chappell’s rich diversity through activities, performances, art projects and more! Lots for all ages to see and do. This event is FREE and open to all Chappell families.
Game/Craft Afternoon | May 17 from 3 to 5 pm
Play games and make crafts at Chappell! Enter through the main doors and proceed to the cafeteria or old gym. Bring your own games/craft supplies, or use ours! Light snacks will also be provided. All families are welcome!
Field Day | May 29
Sign up to volunteer at this fun event! Shifts include setup from 7:30 am - 8:30 am; manning 5th-8th grade stations from 9 am - 11 am; manning K-4th grade stations 12:45 pm - 2:45 pm; and breakdown/cleanup 3 pm - 4 pm. NOTE: You must be a CPS Level 2 volunteer.
Get involved
Meetings & Minutes
Find out how you can join an upcoming meeting, and access minutes from past meetings to learn how you can get involved with the PTO’s initiatives.
Committees
The PTO Executive Board provides leadership, direction, and oversight for all PTO activities. See how you can contact Executive Board members.
Executive Board
The PTO consists of a number of committees that execute various events and projects on behalf of Chappell students, their families, and teachers.
PTO, FOC, LSC - What’s the difference?
Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
The PTO is a group of parent volunteers who focus on creating a collaborative and productive relationship between the school administration, parents, and teachers in service of a quality experience for Chappell students. The PTO coordinates programs such as Grade Reps and Mutual Aid, as well as hosts events such as the Back-to-School Block Party, pre-K/kindergarten summer playdates, monthly community nights, the World Culture Fair, and Teacher Appreciation Week celebrations.
Friends of Chappell (FOC)
FOC is the fundraising group for Chappell. FOC is an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that is run by parent volunteers. Throughout the year, FOC raises funds through give-back events, parent socials, Move-a-Thon, and the annual Spring Fundraiser. The funds raised by these events benefit all Chappell students and staff through school assemblies, field trips, building improvements, grants for teachers, curriculum, the garden, the beehives, the chickens, and the arts. VISIT FOC WEBSITE »
Local School Council (LSC)
Broadly, the LSC is the governing body for Chappell. The LSC is comprised of parent, community, educational, and student members who are selected through a combination of elections and appointments. The LSC is responsible for approving the school-based academic plan and the annual budget in alignment with this plan. They also select and renew contract principals and engage in his annual evaluation.