"Message from our PTO: Dear Parents, Our wonderful teachers will be working late during the December 17th conference day (that's tomorrow) to support our students. To show our appreciation and help them stay fueled throughout their long day, we’re organizing food and drink support—and we’d love your help! A huge thank you to V's Coastal Deli and Taco Wok for providing lunch and to Dylan's Cottage Bakery for some fun treats! Here’s how you can pitch in: Donate Drinks: Bottled water, sodas, juice boxes, or other refreshing beverages are greatly appreciated to keep teachers hydrated and energized. Simply include within your child's backpack on or before December 17th. Consider Resources: If you are a food provider or business, or have a relative that is supportive of local education, let us know if you'd like to help in any way or otherwise volunteer for a shoulder tap when the need presents. If this is too short of notice, anytime this week would be great too! Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference and is an easy way to support the school without too much effort; many hands as they say. Let’s work together to remind our teachers how much we value their dedication and hard work, and understand that how we support them affects our children! Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Warm regards, Long Beach Elementary SeaStar Collective (aka SearStar Collective or Long Beach Elementary's Parent Teacher Organization)