🍎 Teacher Appreciation All Year Long!
At James R. Watson Elementary, we believe our teachers and staff deserve to feel appreciated every single month! Throughout the school year, our PTO organizes special surprises, meals, and treats to celebrate the incredible work they do.
None of this would be possible without the amazing support of our school families. Whether it’s donating items, volunteering time, or helping plan events — every bit of involvement makes a difference!
Want to help?
We’re always looking for volunteers to join the fun! From small tasks to big ideas, there’s a place for everyone to pitch in. Keep an eye on our newsletter and social media for upcoming opportunities to get involved.
Together, we make our school a place where staff feel valued and supported — because we couldn't do it without you!
August 2025 Teacher & Staff Appreciation
To kick off the new school year, the JRW PTO treated our amazing teachers and staff to a special Welcome Back Breakfast as part of our August Teacher Appreciation. It’s our way of saying thank you for the dedication, hard work, and heart you bring into our classrooms every day. Here’s to a year filled with learning, laughter, and success — we’re so glad you’re back!
September 2025 Teacher & Staff Appreciation
🍩 Teacher Appreciation with
Fair Donuts & Apple Cider 🍎
This fall, we’re celebrating our amazing teachers with a cozy autumn treat! Nothing says “thank you” quite like warm apple cider and fresh fair donuts. It’s a simple way to show our gratitude for the hard work, dedication, and heart our teachers pour into every day.
At James R. Watson Elementary, we believe our teachers are the core of our school—and just like cider and donuts, they make everything sweeter. Thank you for all you do to inspire, guide, and support our students!
October 2025 Teacher & Staff Appreciation
🍎 Teacher Appreciation Apple Bar –
A Sweet Success!
Today’s Apple Bar was the core of fall fun! Our teachers and staff loved creating their own apple treats with caramel, peanut butter, crushed pretzels, Heath bits, and more. It was the perfect pick-me-up before fall break—and such a hit that we might just make it a yearly tradition!
A huge thank-you to Orchard Hill Farms for donating all the fresh apples that made this event possible. 🍏 Your generosity helped make our staff feel truly appreciated!
October 2025 Halloween Teacher & Staff game
🎃 You’ve Been Booed! Teacher Lounge Game
Our staff got a spooky surprise this week — the PTO’s “You’ve Been Booed!” Halloween game is back! 👻
Teachers and staff stopped by the Teacher Lounge and grabbed a “You’ve Been Booed” lanyard and pick out a sweet treat from the PTO. Then, they continued the fun by “booing” another staff member! It’s a playful way to share some Halloween cheer and a few extra smiles throughout the building.
Happy Booing, JRW Eagles! 💀🦅