🌻 Pope Farm Families! 🌻
The PTO wants to say a massive THANK YOU to everyone who volunteered at an event or through a committee this past school year. Our school community thrives because of your incredible support!
Looking ahead, the PTO is starting to prep for another fantastic school year. Committees like the Sunflower Shuffle will begin organizing over the summer, and they are opening up sign-ups for volunteers to join the team now.
Our school events truly don't happen without our amazing community support. The PTO would love to have you join them in making next year a success!
Please sign up here if you are interested: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AD22A3F4CF8-64418708-pope#/
2026/2027 Sunflower Shuffle T-Shirt Logo Design Contest Winner!!
We are proud to announce that Yejin K. was the winner of the 2026/2027 Sunflower Shuffle T-Shirt Design Contest!
I think you will agree, her design is incredible! Well done Yejin!!!!
Huge Thanks to Our Pope Farm Community!
The PTO wrapped up the school year with their monthly PTO Share Nights, and the results are in: they raised just shy of $3,000!
What a wonderful way to bring our community together while supporting our school. Thank you so much to everyone who came out, grabbed a bite, and showed their support this year. We couldn't do it without you!
Also, thank you to our incredible PTO!!!
Farm Day, May 29
On Friday, May 29 during farm day, students will be busy planting in the gardens and painting with paint that will not wash out of clothes. We'll do our best to keep clothes clean, but please consider sending your student in clothes that can get dirty! Also remember comfortable shoes as we'll be walking to Forward Garden!
🍲 PTO Café Zupas Fundraiser Night!
Support Pope Farm Elementary and up to 25% of proceeds will go back to our school!
When: Wednesday, May 20 | 4pm – 9pm
Where: Café Zupas (8310 Greenway Blvd, Middleton)
📲 How to Order:
In-Person: Tell the cashier you're with the Pope Farm Elementary fundraiser.
Online / App: Toggle on the Fundraiser switch at checkout.
Thank you for supporting our school!
Social Emotional Learning Theme for May/June - Hands that Celebrate Us! 🖐️✨
For the remainder of the school year, we are focusing on Impact and Growth. Our students have evolved so much since September, and we are spending May and June celebrating the positive mark they’ve left on the world around them.
What we’re celebrating:
- Personal Growth: How much we've learned!
- Community Impact: How we help others.
- The Future: Using our hands to build a bright tomorrow.
🏆 Grandmasters in the Making!
We are thrilled to announce that Pope Farm Elementary took home First Place at the Sunset Ridge Scholastic Chess Championship 2026 held on April 25th!
Our students showed incredible focus, strategy, and sportsmanship, outmaneuvering a field of talented competitors to claim the top spot. It was a day filled with intense matches and brilliant "Checkmate" moments.
A huge congratulations to our dedicated chess team and a special thank you to the coaches and parents who supported them every move of the way.
Go Pope Farm! ♟️🔥
Support the Pope Farm PTO at Five Guys!
Looking for a reason to skip cooking dinner? Join us for a delicious way to give back! 🍔The Pope Farm PTO is partnering with Five Guys for a community fundraising event, and we need your support! Whether you're craving a cheeseburger or those famous fries, your meal can help make a difference for our school
Event Details
When: Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Five Guys, 8234 Greenway Blvd., Middleton, WI 53562
How It Works
It’s simple! Just head over to the Middleton Five Guys during the event window. Five Guys will donate 20% of your purchase directly to the Pope Farm PTO. Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and let's show our community spirit! We can't wait to see you there.
April SEL Theme: "Hands That Create Change"
This month, our school-wide Social Emotional Learning (SEL) focus shifts to action. While we often tell children they can change the world "someday," this month we are showing them they are doing it now.
By focusing on how "hands create change," we are fostering a growth mindset and a sense of civic responsibility. Whether a student is creating, helping, or fixing, they are learning that they aren't just observers of the world—they are the architects of it. We look forward to highlighting the moments where our students’ actions make a tangible, positive impact this month.
🎮PTO Fundraiser at Dave & Buster's!
Support Pope Farm Elementary PTO while having a blast! Join them for a night of food, games, and community.
Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 17th
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Dave & Buster's Madison (414 West Towne Mall, Madison, WI 53719)
How It Works
20% of all sales from food, non-alcoholic beverages, and game play will be donated directly to our PTO!
⚠️ Important: You MUST present the flyer (digital or printed) at the time of purchase for our school to receive credit.
Note: Alcohol purchases are not included in Spirit Night total sales.
Our school-wide Social Emotional Learning theme for March is 'Hands that Solve Problems'.
This month students will learn about:
How to solve our problems using S.T.E.P
- S: Say the problem
- T: Think of solutions (Kelso Choices)
- E: Explore consequences
- P: Pick the best solution
Using S.T.E.P with different scenarios like
- Being left out
- Playing unfairly
- Making amends
- Name-calling
These STEPS help students solve problems with each other in a safe and respectful way.
Spring Scholastic Bookfair, Tuesday, March 10
We are pleased to announce that our Spring Scholastic Book Fair will be held for one day only on Tuesday, March 10, from 2:45 PM to 7:00 PM in Room 202 (Upstairs LGI).
For those unable to attend in person, our Online Fair will be available from March 9 through March 22. Full event details can be found on our school’s Book Fair homepage.
Volunteer Opportunities: We are currently seeking volunteers to assist with the fair and provide refreshments for staff. Please click here to sign up.
🍜 Skip Cooking & Support Pope Farm! 🐾
The PTO has organized a delicious night out at Noodles & Company to benefit our school!
When: Tuesday, Feb 24 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: 1601 Deming Way, Middleton
The Impact: 25% of sales go directly to Pope Farm Elementary!
🛒 How to Order:
In-Person: Mention "Pope Farm Elementary" at the register.
Online: Use code GIVING25 at checkout.
See you there! ❤️ #PopeFarmProud #NoodleNight #SupportOurSchool
School Bus Driver Appreciation Week: February 9-13, 2026
School Bus Driver Appreciation Week is here! We are incredibly grateful for our dedicated drivers who ensure students travel safely to and from school each day.
We invite students to help make our drivers feel special by showing their gratitude. A simple "thank you" as they exit the bus or a handmade card from home is a wonderful way to recognize their hard work and commitment to our school community.
Thank you for helping us celebrate our wonderful transportation team!
February’s SEL Theme: Hands That Love 👐❤️
This month, our students are focusing on building a kind and supportive community. We will be practicing:
- Kind Words & Kind Actions: Choosing words that lift others up and actions that show we care.
- Friendship: Learning what it means to be a good friend and how to include everyone.
📸 Capture the Memories: 2025-2026 Yearbooks!
Don’t let the school year fly by without a keepsake! It’s not too late to secure a copy of the Pope Farm Elementary 2025-2026 Yearbook for your child.
Deadline to Order: February 26, 2026
How to Buy: Orders are handled exclusively online—it’s fast, easy, and secure.
Important Note: This is the only opportunity to purchase a yearbook for this academic year.
Please click here to order a yearbook
Help Our Young Innovators Shine! STEAM Fair Volunteers Needed
The PTO STEAM Fair is coming to Pope Farm Elementary on February 10! Students have been working tirelessly on their projects, and there is much excitement!
To ensure this event is a success, we are looking for parents and guardians to join the PTO volunteer team. Whether you have an hour or the whole evening, your support helps the event to run smoothly.
When: February 10
Where: Pope Farm Elementary
Volunteer Sign Up Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E44ACAB28A6FDC70-61867838-pope#/
Listening to our students matters! This school year, we launched the Superintendent’s Advisory Committee to hear directly from high school students and learn from their inspiring ideas and perspectives.
https://www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us/article/2636849
📸 Capture the Memories: Order Your Yearbook Today!
Preserve this year’s smiles, friendships, and milestones! The Pope Farm Elementary 2025-2026 Yearbook is officially available for pre-order. This full-color keepsake features every class and highlights the amazing activities that make our school year special.
How to Order
Online (Fastest): Click here to place Your Order Online
Paper Forms: Keep an eye on your student’s backpack! A paper flyer will be sent home in the coming weeks.
Questions? If you need assistance or have questions about your order, please reach out to Molly Roder at zoovet8@gmail.com.
Don’t miss out on this special collection of memories! 🐾
🥗 Dine Out & Give Back!
Support our school just by grabbing a meal! Join us for our PTO Fundraiser at Forage Kitchen on Thursday, January 15.
Whether you’re stopping by for a healthy lunch or grabbing dinner for the family, 50% of your order will be donated directly back to Pope Farm Elementary!
When: January 15 | 10:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Forage Kitchen (8430 Old Sauk Road)
Thank you for supporting our students and staff! 🐾
