ABOUT PTO
The purpose of the CMS PTO is to support and enhance the education of the students at CMS by fostering relationships between students, families, staff, and our community.
We organize services and contribute funds to special projects and/or extra-curricular activities for the betterment of the education of our students. Our goal is to assist in providing needed resources for the teachers and students to enhance the educational experience.
All Central Magnet parents, guardians, administrators, and teachers are members of the CMS PTO.
BYLAWS AND MEETING MINUTES
BYLAWS
Link (PDF) to approved bylaws and amendments; last updated September 25, 2023 (Accessible link)
MEETING MINUTES
Link to archive of meeting minutes
OTHER IMPORTANT FILES
Link to Pre-Approval and Reimbursement Form
Link (PDF) to Financial Policy; last updated May 24, 2024 (Accessible link)
2024-2025 EXECUTIVE BOARD
Position | Board Members (CMS Student Grades) |
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President | Whitney Murphy (8th) |
Vice President | DeeAnn Jones (6th) |
Treasurer | Stephanie Romig (8th, 10th) |
Corresponding Secretary | Katie Peachey (8th) |
Recording Secretary | Kristen Rabinowitz (7th) |
Volunteer Co-Coordinators | Nicole Lester Russell (9th, 11th); Shivani Jain (7th) |
Fundraising Co-Coordinator | Sharmili Datta (6th, 10th); Elisabeth Gay (10th) |
Subcommittee Chair | Claire Lord Jarrett (8th) |
FAQ
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HOW MANY FOLKS CAN SIT AT MY TABLE?6. Really - only 6.
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NOW THAT I'VE SIGNED UP, WHAT'S NEXT?After you submit your team information form, one of the subcommittee members will contact you through email* within 1-2 business days to confirm your table type and team name. Team names are confirmed on a first come, first served basis. In the week leading up to Super Trivia Bowl, we'll send the team captain a "Countdown to Kickoff," which is a complete pregame report. Team captains - please share this with team members! *Look for an email from cmssupertriviabowl@gmail.com. If you don't see anything, please check your Spam folder. Still nothing? Please send an email to cmssupertriviabowl@gmail.com.
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ARE THERE PRIZES?Yes! There will be door prizes awarded throughout the evening as well as prize packages for the highest scoring teams! Prize Categories: Best Team Name Best Decorated Table Best Costumes Most Spirited Team Most Spirited ALL Student Team Best Sportsmanship "I Think I Can" Team Highest Scoring - ALL Student Team Highest Scoring Team - Overall Team
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CAN I GET HELP WITH QUESTIONS?We have 2 options to help teams that feel they need a boost! Rent-a-Genius Our Rent-a-Genius option includes access to a very brilliant and very fun CMS student! The cost for a Genius starts at $20 per round. While it's best to rent your Genius before the trivia starts, you may rent throughout the event. But beware - the rate will jump to $40 after the category is announced! Extra Point Pass Our Extra Point Pass includes one (1) pass that is good for a free pass on one (1) question per round. The cost is $10 per round, up to $100 for all ten (10) rounds!
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CAN YOU TELL ME MORE ABOUT THE AUCTION?There is a Silent Auction this year. We'll share a list of items when they are ready!
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WHAT'S FOR DINNER?We are working on that now and will let you know as soon as it is confirmed. Dinner service begins at 6:00PM.
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CAN'T MAKE THAT DATE? OR TRIVIA ISN'T YOUR THING?You can still support CMS with a very-much appreciated donation or take a look at our sponsorship opportunities! You can also sign up on our SignUpGenius link to donate prizes, auction items, and beverages.
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MORE QUESTIONS?Email Kellie for help!