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By Times Staff Writer
Published January 23, 2005

ADAMS MIDDLE: There will be Cici's Pizza Night fundraisers Feb. 17 and March 17 at the Cici's Pizza at 13121 N Dale Mabry Highway, at Fletcher and Dale Mabry. A portion of sales will go to buy materials for students.

BELLAMY ELEMENTARY: Buy a Chick-fil-A cow calendar for $5, featuring the theme "Cows United in Danger, Not Dinner." The child who sells the most calendars from each grade level can invite a friend to Chick-fil-A for dinner. Each month's page contains a Chick-fil-A coupon. Call (813) 872-5387.

BRYANT ELEMENTARY: Dads who would like to get involved in their children's education can join Bryant's Dad's Club. Participate in the beautification program by helping to fix up the school's cottages and latticework. Call (813) 356-1645.

CHILES ELEMENTARY: Families new to the area can attend the New Family Welcome Coffee at 8:30 a.m. Jan. 26 in the media center. There will be a question-and-answer time, and information packets will be distributed. Meet both other families and the school PTA. Call (813) 558-5422.

Advance discount tickets for the Florida State Fair are available through order forms sent home with the students. Discounts range from $1 off a child's admission to $31 in savings on a Family Fun Pack. Ten percent of each purchase goes to the PTA. Orders must be placed by Jan. 21; the fair runs Feb. 10-21. Call (813) 558-5422.

Wish your child a happy birthday on the school marquee for $10 a week. Call (813) 971-3227.

Creative students are invited to take part in Chiles' first literary magazine, Scribbles. Students in any grade may submit stories, poetry and essays. Grades 3-5 may join the after-school club and learn about different types of creative writing, listen to speakers, work on their own projects and evaluate submissions. Call (813) 632-8441.

Adults interested in reading to children may take part in the new Rockin' Readers program beginning this month. Call (813) 971-7889.

The art department is accepting donations to help keep the kids clean. They need paper towels, tissues and baby wipes. Call (813) 558-5422.

Adult tutors are sought for the new tutoring program. Parents with at least 30 minutes to spare per week can call (813) 215-8434.

Spirit shirts are for sale in children's or adults' medium and large sizes. Mail in $10 along with size specifications to 16541 W Tampa Palms Blvd. or call (813) 558-2092.

GAITHER HIGH: The PTSA will sponsor the 20th annual Star Revue Talent Show, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 11 in the auditorium.

Gaither's band boosters auction and dinner are scheduled for Feb. 26. Dinner will be catered by Romano's Macaroni Grill, and tickets will cost $10. Auctioned items will include theme baskets, gift certificates and vacation packages. Donations for items to be auctioned are being accepted. Call (813) 679-4694.

The annual drug- and alcohol-free graduation Splash Bash at Adventure Island will be May 24, for seniors and their guests. Call (813) 975-7340, ext. 330.

Homeschooled students who are high school age and live within the Gaither school attendance area are invited to join the marching band and orchestra programs. Join the orchestra at any time, or the band after the marching season. Call (813) 975-7340.

Birthday announcements can be posted on the school marquee for $5. Forms are available in the main office.

The PTA board of directors meets the last Tuesday of each month. Call (813) 855-8178.

HUNTER'S GREEN ELEMENTARY: The PTA's seventh-annual auction will be held March 4 with a theme of play, bid and win. To donate, sponsor or reserve a table call (813) 907-2961.

LAKE MAGDALENE UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL: Registration for the 2005-6 school year will be held in the preschool building, room 1, from 9-10 a.m. Monday for siblings of re-enrollees and alumni. Public registration will be in Heritage Hall behind the church, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Jan. 29. Call (813) 963-0356.

LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL: The talent show will be 7 p.m. Tuesday in the auditorium.

LOWRY ELEMENTARY: Donations are being accepted for the second annual used book sale Feb. 14. Bring your gently used books, videos, CDs, puzzles, board games and computer software to Lowry's main office. Call (813) 854-1542.

There will be a food night Wednesday at the Burger King at 10612 Sheldon Road. A portion of sales will benefit the Lowry PTA.

Sponsors and volunteers are being sought for Lowry's annual walk-a-thon April 22. Sponsors can choose their own level of involvement, and will have their names printed on a T-shirt to be worn by the students during the event. Call (813) 340-5628.

The Lowry Media Center is looking for volunteers for one or more hours a week to help shelve books. Call (813) 855-8178.

McKITRICK ELEMENTARY: The School Advisory Council meeting will be Monday in the media center, concerning the mid-year report and progress toward grade-level goals.

There will be a family fun night 5 p.m. Wednesday at Beef O' Brady's, 18241 U.S. 41. A portion of profits will benefit McKitrick.

There will be a breakfast for children who have won the citizen of the month award, 7:15 a.m. Thursday in the cafeteria.

NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY: Support the school and save money by buying an Entertainment book. For $20, receive valuable coupons for dry cleaning, video rentals and more. Call (813) 975-7315.

PATEL CHARTER SCHOOL: Openings are still available for grades 1-4. The school offers smaller classes and one-on-one interaction between students and teachers. Classes in art, computers, music and physical education are taught by University of South Florida professors and are run in conjunction with the College of Education, 4202 E Fowler Ave., Room EDU 162. Call (813) 974-3831.

PIERCE MIDDLE: The seventh annual FCAT Spaghetti Dinner will be 6 p.m. Thursday in the gym. There will be information on how parents can best prepare their children for the FCAT, as well as classroom displays, entertainment and door prizes. The meal, including spaghetti, salad, bread, dessert and drink will be prepared by the principal, Victor Fernandez. Tickets are $4 per person and will be on sale until the day of the event. Call (813) 872-5344. SAT TUTORING: The Academic Center of Tampa is offering one-on-one tutoring to Tampa Bay area students. An SAT diagnostic test will be given upon enrollment to create an individualized program for each student. All tutors are certified, degreed and experienced. Call (813) 968-8787.

SICKLES HIGH: Birthday announcements may be posted on the school's lighted marquee for $20 a week. Proceeds go to scholarships, teacher grants and school programs. Call (813) 960-3667 at least two weeks before the date.

Buy an "Enjoy the City" coupon book for $10. Proceeds go to student scholarships, teacher grants and more. Call (813) 961-5050.

TAMPA PALMS ELEMENTARY: The Kindergarten Roundup will be at 8:30 a.m. Feb. 17 in the cafeteria. Parents of children entering kindergarten next August should attend for registration, information and a tour of the school. Parents may also get information and register their children for one of two "Ready, Set, Go Camps," designed to introduce children to the world of elementary school. The camps will run from June 6-17 and from June 20-July 1.

There will be a food night at Moe's Southwest Grill, 4-9 p.m. Tuesday. Moe's is on Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, just north of Dona Michelle. A portion of profits will benefit the Tampa Palms PTA.

WOODBRIDGE ELEMENTARY: The annual spaghetti dinner, silent auction and book fair will be 5-8 p.m. Friday. The dinner has been a Woodbridge tradition for more than 30 years, and the spaghetti is homemade. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children.

CROSSING GUARDS SOUGHT: The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for school crossing guards. Applicants must be 19 or older, pass a background check and have a valid driver's license or Florida identification card and a Social Security card. Generally, a permanent location near your home is assigned. You work one hour before school and one hour after and receive $8.96 per hour for 10 hours a week. Crossing guards are enrolled in the Florida retirement system, and equipment, uniforms and training are provided. Guards can advance to supervisors. Call 813 247-8123. Send information on school events to Jeremy Hayes at (813) 269-5302 or jchayes@sptimes.com

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