Trunk or Treat- Saturday 10/24 5:30-6:30, Chestnutwold Parking lot

• Sign up to decorate your car! 

• Look for a candy donation bin in the front entrance starting next week.

General PTO Meetings begin at 7:00 pm (30-60 minutes) and are held in the cafeteria at Chestnutwold. Please feel welcome to email the PTO with anything you would like to discuss.

All are welcome.

Further information and updates regarding meeting will be emailed directly through Fresh Schools. If you have not already registered for Fresh Schools, please do so. Fresh Schools is the main source of PTO email communication.

Don't miss our biggest FUNdraiser of the year!

PFD Volunteers

We need YOUR HELP to make Phoenix Fun Day the best event of the Year.

Please sign up to provide materials, sell pizza, baked goods, monitor the inflatable slide and basketball game, make fun buttons, etc. If you can give 1 HOUR......we would be so thankful! 

Please sign up below for your 1 hour slot! Thank you for your support!

Bake Sale

Help us supply the bake sale with yummy treats and supplies!

• Please be aware of food allergies and avoid all PEANUTS/TREE NUTS in the baked goods and label with ingredients if possible

• Baked goods do not have to be homemade - all donations are so appreciated!

• Items can be dropped off on Friday, Sept 26, before school in the office (in labeled area) or before 4:15pm outside at the Bake Sale Tent

• Supplies (coolers) are needed before 3pm on 9/26. Please retrieve at the end of the event.

Agenda Highlights:

• Welcome & intro to the Chestnutwold PTO

• Board vote: Erin Lawrie for Co-President

• Vote to approve the 2026–27 PTO budget & treasurer’s report

• Sneak peek at upcoming clubs, in-school activities, and school-wide events

• Unique volunteer spotlights (5th Grade Committee, our return to an in-person Talent Show, and Homeroom Helpers!)

• Remarks from our Principal and Kindergarten teachers

• Intra-District Council updates & Volunteer Fair

Check out a preview of open volunteer opportunities here:

BYO picnic dinner and celebrate the start of another great school year!

New to the school? We want to welcome you with popsicles and soft pretzels on the playground!

Please sign up to donate baked goods for the bake sale.  You can bring them Monday afternoon at pick-up time in the lobby, or Tuesday morning in front of the school starting at 7:30am.  Please label any containers you would like returned.  Please ensure that baked goods are nut-free and label ingredients if possible.  All bake sale proceeds go to the Chestnutwold PTO to support all our events, clubs, and activities for students. 

Volunteer to provide bake goods and other items:

SIGN UP HERE!

Please sign up for a shift (or two!) for our Election Day bake sale which helps the PTO raise money for school events and programs. Feel free to bring your kids to help! The first shift (8am) helps with set-up and the closing shift (4pm) helps with clean-up. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.

Volunteer to take a shift at the bake sale table, kids welcome!:

SIGN UP HERE

Welcome back Chestnutwold Chase runners!

On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the Chestnutwold PTO will host its 18th annual 1-mile fun-run and 5K run, known as the Chestnutwold Chase. The one-mile fun run will occur first at 8:30am. Strollers, walkers, friends, and neighbors are welcome. Please spread the word!

The purpose of the Chestnutwold Chase is to encourage health and fitness amongst the children, promote community, and raise money for Chestnutwold PTO initiatives.

Volunteer With Us

Volunteers Needed: Chestnutwold Chase 5K

Our 19th Annual Chestnutwold Chase 5K is scheduled for Sunday, May 17, and we’re looking for parent volunteers to help make this beloved event a success! We need committee members to assist with event planning, including fundraising outreach to local businesses, as well as an enthusiastic MC to help energize runners on race morning. If you’re interested in being part of this fun, community-wide tradition, please sign up using the SignUpGenius link here. Every bit of help makes a big difference. Thank you for supporting Chestnutwold!

Join the Chestnutwold Chase Committee, it’s a Chestnutwold tradition! We are looking for volunteers to help our event lead with planning, set up and execution for our 18th annual Chestnutwold Chase. Sign up here!

Sponsorships Available! Sponsor the race or the PTO, to help support our efforts! Learn more here.

General PTO Meetings begin at 7:00 pm (30-60 minutes) and are held in the cafeteria at Chestnutwold. Please feel welcome to email the PTO with anything you would like to discuss.

*5th grade parents take note, Dr. Horan, HMS Principal will be in attendance at this meeting and available for questions! This is your last chance to attend a PTO meeting -- please join even if you've never been to one before!*

All are welcome.

Further information and updates regarding meeting will be emailed directly through Fresh Schools. If you have not already registered for Fresh Schools, please do so. Fresh Schools is the main source of PTO email communication.

The Evening of the Arts, our annual showcase of art and music, is on Wednesday, April 29th from 6-8 pm. We hope to see you there!

We cannot do this event without a lot of volunteer help. Sign up to hang artwork after school, set up the ceramics displays, and/or serve refreshments. We especially need helping hands to hang and display our young artists' artwork before the show. This is a great way to contribute to our school community.

Join Us for Mixed Bag Bingo!

The Chestnutwold PTO is thrilled to present Mixed Bag Bingo! This isn’t your average bingo night; we are shaking things up with a "mixed bag" of prizes, featuring everything from high-end designer bags to unique themed bags filled with exciting surprises.

It is the perfect night to grab your friends, pack your favorite snacks, and head to the Ardmore Masonic Hall. This event is BYOB for both food and drink, so feel free to get creative with your spread—just remember to bring your own plates, cups, and serving trays! To keep the winning streak going, we will also have 50/50 and raffle tickets available for purchase, so don't forget to bring some cash.

Please note that all guests must be 21 or older to attend. We can't wait to see you there!

The Details

• When: Saturday, April 18, 2026

• Time: Doors open at 7:00 PM | Bingo begins at 7:30 PM

• Where: Ardmore Masonic Hall, 35 Ardmore Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003

• Parking: Street parking or Lower Merion Township Public Lots (free after 6:00 PM).

• Admission: $40 per person (non-refundable).

• Reservations: You may register as an individual or small group. Or reserve a table of 8 for $320. All table reservations must be made with one check or Venmo transaction.

• Tickets: Available by advance purchase only. Use the registration link below to secure your spot!

General PTO Meetings begin at 7:00 pm (30-60 minutes) and are held in the cafeteria at Chestnutwold. Please feel welcome to email the PTO with anything you would like to discuss.

All are welcome.

Further information and updates regarding meeting will be emailed directly through Fresh Schools. If you have not already registered for Fresh Schools, please do so. Fresh Schools is the main source of PTO email communication.

General PTO Meetings begin at 7:00 pm (30-60 minutes) and are held in the cafeteria at Chestnutwold. Please feel welcome to email the PTO with anything you would like to discuss.

All are welcome.

Further information and updates regarding meeting will be emailed directly through Fresh Schools. If you have not already registered for Fresh Schools, please do so. Fresh Schools is the main source of PTO email communication.

On March 4th, Chestnutwold parent and author Melissa Trempe will visit students to share the inspiring true story behind Ladybug Launch—about the kids who convinced NASA to send ladybugs to space! Personalized copies can be preordered by February 18th and include a free ladybug “pet.” An author signing will also be held from 6:00–7:00 PM before the March 4th PTO meeting. See dedicated blast for more information!

Pre Order here: https://childrensbookworld.net/trempe-at-chestnutwold-on-mar-4/

General PTO Meetings begin at 7:00 pm (30-60 minutes) and are held in the cafeteria at Chestnutwold. Please feel welcome to email the PTO with anything you would like to discuss.

All are welcome.

Got an artist in your house? You don't want to miss this meeting! All attendees will be entered into a raffle - the winner's student(s) will have the opportunity to be "Art Teacher for The Class" !!   You must be present at our meeting to be entered to win! Thank you Mrs Strawley! 

On the agenda: 

• Budget Review

• Upcoming events & activities

• Volunteer opportunities

• Updates from Principal Leach & Unified Arts ('Specials') teachers

We hope to see you there! Our monthly PTO meetings are the core of the Chestnutwold Community - be a part of what makes Chestnutwold so special! 

Further information and updates regarding meeting will be emailed directly through Fresh Schools. If you have not already registered for Fresh Schools, please do so. Fresh Schools is the main source of PTO email communication.

Parent Quizzo Fri, January 23, 7pm  (DATE UPDATED)

Put your trivia skills to the test! Join us for a fun evening of friendly competition, laughs, and community connection. Prizes, bragging rights, raffle baskets and plenty of fun await! Friday, January 23, 2026 7:00-10:00pm at the Haverford CREC. Reserve your table now. The cost is $30 per person. 50/50 raffle tickets will be available for purchase there- remember to bring cash! You may register as a small group or as a full team of 8-10 people. You must register as a full team all at one time, we are not taking partial team registrations. All table reservations must be made with one check or one Venmo transaction (please put Quizzo in the notes). BYOB - must be 21 to attend and BYO food, food trays, plates, cups, etc. We are limited to 100 attendees, so it is first come, first served! Reserve your table early! 

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we invite the Chestnutwold community to participate in a Day of Service dedicated to advancing Dr. King’s mission. The event will be held in the cafeteria from 10-11:30 AM. If you’d like to volunteer, please contact Lauren at: chestnutwoldinschoolactivities@gmail.com.

The Chestnutwold PTO will honor Dr. King's legacy with a day of learning, service, and action. We will explore the story of the Little Rock Nine and other young people who fought for civil rights alongside Dr. King, make placemats for Cathedral Kitchen, design posters, collect canned goods for the Ardmore Food Pantry, and write to Harrisburg legislators to advocate for fair funding for public education. We will also hold storytime at 10:30am and 11:00am. Join us in the Chestnutwold cafeteria anytime during the event.

As part of this event, we’ll be collecting canned and non-perishable food items to support the Ardmore Food Pantry, and we encourage families to participate by donating items assigned to their child’s grade level! We hope you’ll join us for a meaningful morning.

Donations may be brought directly to the cafeteria on Monday, January 19th or dropped off in the main lobby from Tuesday, January 20th through the morning of Thursday, January 22nd. The Ardmore Food Pantry has shared their most-needed items, and organizing donations by grade helps us make the biggest impact:

Kindergarten & 1st Grade:
• Hearty soups
• Peanut butter
• Toiletries (full-size shampoo, conditioner, body wash)*

2nd & 3rd Grades:
• Cereal
• Pet food (often helps families avoid rehoming beloved pets)
• Salad dressings, condiments, vegetable oil*

4th & 5th Grades:
• Pasta and sauce
• Tuna
• Coffee
• Diapers (especially sizes 3 and 4)*

* Most needed

Chestnutwold Clothing Exchange Collection 

The PTO is collecting gently used Chestnutwold clothing on Monday, January 19th from 10:00 AM-11:30 AM for its upcoming spiritwear exchange.

General PTO Meetings begin at 7:00 pm (30-60 minutes) and are held in the cafeteria at Chestnutwold. Please feel welcome to email the PTO with anything you would like to discuss.

All are welcome.

On the agenda:

• Review of upcoming activities & events

• A look at our budget

• Volunteer opportunities - big & small! **Good chance to get to know us and ask questions

• Updates from teachers & staff 

• Update and Q&A with Dave Schwartz, School Board Member 

• Post-meeting outing at Sam's Pizza!

The PTO will open our second Volunteer Fair during the PTO meeting for opportunities running January– May 2026 including clubs, in-school help, and event volunteering.

We’re also on the lookout for a few key positions:

• Bag Bingo Lead – Help plan and run one of our favorite fundraising nights.

• Parent Social Lead (New!) – Organize a fun fundraising parent social event in the late winter or spring.

• Executive Board Positions -- consider running for the PTO board and be part of the team that oversees the PTO budget, planning, and activities. Positions available for the 2026/27 school year are: Co-President, Co-Treasurer, VP Events, and VP In School Activities.

We hope you’ll consider jumping in!

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0945A9AC28AAF85-61434726-winter

Further information and updates regarding meeting will be emailed directly through Fresh Schools. If you have not already registered for Fresh Schools, please do so. Fresh Schools is the main source of PTO email communication.

✨ Holiday Market – December 14 | 10 AM–3 PM ✨

UPDATE

Due to the weather, we had to make the difficult decision to cancel the Holiday Market that was scheduled at Chestnutwold today, Sunday, December 14th. The PTO will send follow-up communication this week with information on how to support the vendors. Please reach out directly to the PTO at thechestnutwoldpto@gmail.com with any questions or concerns. We hope everyone is able to safely enjoy the snow day.

Shop handmade crafts, enjoy delicious seasonal snacks, and support amazing small businesses — all in one festive stop!
Get your holiday shopping done while soaking up cozy vibes, sweet treats, and local charm. Don’t miss this merry market day!

Got outgrown or gently used Spirit Wear? Drop it off at the Holiday Market on Sunday, December 14th! Your donation will help us stock our Spring Spirit Wear Exchange Let’s keep the school spirit going—sustainably!

We’re also looking for a few volunteers to help with load-in and set-up for our Holiday Market vendors on Sunday, December 14. We’ll be getting started at 8:00 AM, and even an hour or less of help makes a huge difference!

If you’re available to lend a hand—with unloading, carrying items, or assisting vendors as they arrive—please email PamelaBogdanoff@gmail.com to let her know.

We welcome a variety of vendors, including:

🎁 Handmade crafts & artisan goods

🍪 Baked goods & specialty foods

🎨 Artwork & photography

🕯️ Home décor & holiday items

💎 Jewelry, accessories, and more!

Vendors: How to Apply:

If you’d like to be part of this holiday celebration, please fill out our vendor application here:

Space is limited, so apply early!

Let’s make this market merry, bright, and full of holiday magic together. ✨

General PTO Meetings begin at 7:00 pm (30-60 minutes) and are held in the cafeteria at Chestnutwold. Please feel welcome to email the PTO with anything you would like to discuss.

All are welcome.

Further information and updates regarding meeting will be emailed directly through Fresh Schools. If you have not already registered for Fresh Schools, please do so. Fresh Schools is the main source of PTO email communication.

Bake Sale

Donate goodies to help raise funds and your time as you can, bring the kids (or don't) and monitor the bake sale table!

Help our school raise funds by cleaning out your closets, attics, garages, and basements. Please place your gently used/unwanted items in tightly tied bags. Every bag counts. The more our collection weighs...the more we raise. Thank you for your support!

Acceptable Gently Used Items:
Adult & Children Clothing, Shoes, Sandals, Sneakers, Boots, Jackets, Coats, Rain Gear, Leathers, Belts, Ties, Pants, Shirts, Sweaters, Vests, Blouses, Dresses, Skirts, Robes, Undergarments, Sheets, Pillowcases, Towels, Linens, Tablecloths, Hats, Scarfs, Gloves, Handbags, Purses, Wallets, Jewelry, Watches, Uniforms, Jerseys, Backpacks, Toys and New Diapers

*Items NOT accepted: Books, Furniture, Pillows, Curtains or Bikes

*Please securely bag all items and try not to overload bags so it is easier for our volunteers to help load the truck