Welcome to the Timber Lane Elementary PTA

The Timber Lane Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is an incredible group of volunteers dedicated to supporting the needs of Timber Lane teachers, staff, and students. Volunteering with the PTA is a great way to invest in your school community, develop deeper connections, and establish a trusted network of parent support. 

Joining the PTA comes with absolutely no obligation to volunteer. It's truly an opportunity to connect with your school community in ways that work for you. Should you choose to get involved, your involvement can take many shapes; whether it’s supporting teachers in the classroom, helping fundraise, or sharing your time and expertise. Here's our ask of you as we begin the 2024-2025 school year: 

Please join the PTA. Memberships for families are only $15, and memberships for teachers are only $10. 

Consider making an additional one-time donation as a way to "pay forward" the per student costs mentioned above. This option is available as you complete your registration. 

Consider signing up now, to donate your time toward a cause this year. You can find open volunteer opportunities here. 

Become a 24-25 PTA Member 

WINTER ANNOUNCEMENTS     

Volunteer to Support Trader Joe's Food Distribution

Willing to volunteer 45 minutes of your time? We're looking for volunteers who would be willing to pick up groceries from Trader Joe's and drop them off at TLES on Saturday and Sunday evenings.

If you are able to volunteer even for one night - please consider signing up today. For full details and to sign up click here.

Help Clear the Amazon Wishlist 

Tis the season for germs! Help us ensure that every classroom has the tissues, hand sanitizer, and sanitizing wipes they need to help keep kids healthy through the cold and flu season. Click here to browse the Amazon wishlist, and your purchase will be sent directly to the school. We appreciate your help!

GENERAL SCHOOL FAQs

• How do I find information about weather-related school closures?

   

  FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

• What time does school start?

   

  School doors open at 8:30am and the first bell rings at 8:40am. Classes officially begin at 8:50am. If you arrive to school after 8:50am you should plan to enter through Door 1 and sign in at the front desk. 

• What door do students who walk to school use?

   

  All students who walk to school (grades Pre-K through 6th) should enter the school through Door 2. You can use this visual as a reference for both walkers and kiss-and-ride entry/exit points.  Remember, Pre-K students are required to be walked to Door 2 and handed off to a Pre-K staff member. 

• My student plans to attend SACC, where do they enter the school?

   

  All students who attend morning SACC should enter the school through Door 5 (located on the blacktop across from the playground). You'll need to ring the bell so a SACC staff member can open the door. Please ensure all SACC students are dropped off before 8:30am when the kiss-and-ride procedures begin. 

• My student plans to buy lunch, how do I manage meal payments?

   

  If your student needs to purchase lunch, you'll need a MySchoolBucks account. From your account you can add and manage funds for all your children, whether through a one-time payment or an auto-pay solution.

GENERAL FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• If I join the PTA, do I have to volunteer my time?

   

  Volunteering is not required! You can join and pay dues simply to support our activities. Volunteering isn't required to be a part of the PTA. And if you want to volunteer, but aren't a dues-paying PTA member, that's okay too! 
  
  

• If I join the PTA, do I have to go to PTA meetings?

   

  Meetings are 100% optional! We love when parents join us at PTA meetings. It's a great way to learn about what's happening at school, hear from teachers and other guest speakers, learn about volunteer opportunities, and to ask any questions. However, you are not required to go to meetings, even if you join the PTA.  

UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES  

The planner in you will love this! Find important information about everything planned for this upcoming year. This calendar is continuously updated, so check back soon for more.

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