NEWSLETTER: 8/16/2026
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What We've Been Up To...
What We've Been Up To...
Turf Reveal & Grill Out
Turf Reveal & Grill Out
We had a wonderful time during the evening of Tuesday, August 11 to celebrate the 'official unveiling' of the new artificial turf on the Primary Soccer Field. Families enjoyed reuniting with friends and enjoying delicious grilled burgers & hot dogs while the kiddos burned off energy on the playground and the newly-revealed turf.
A special thanks to Dr. Russ who not only 'did the honors' of cutting the ribbon and unleashing the kids onto the field, but who also was immensely helpful on a beautiful summer day to assist with set-up and clean-up of the event.
THANK YOU to everyone who joined us!
THANK YOU to everyone who joined us!
Lost & Found Items
Lost & Found Items
A few items were forgotten at the Turf Reveal & Grill-out!
Please contact president@mertonpto.org to claim and coordinate its return to you!
'Nacho Night' PTO Social Gathering
'Nacho Night' PTO Social Gathering
Olé!' for the upcoming school year!
On Wednesday, August 12, we hosted our first Social Gathering of the year at Pollworth Park. The chips, salsa, queso, and ground beef nachos really hit the spot!
These monthly Social Gatherings are a fun and casual way to get some time out with your friends and meet new people! We quickly run through what's going on at school & share upcoming volunteer opportunities....but the rest of the time is yours to socialize!
Click here to see what we talked about!
If you missed the August Gathering, no problem! Add the next ones to your calendar! September's theme is Tailgating & Team Spirit!
Painting at the Primary Playground
Painting at the Primary Playground
On a warm summer day in early August, a group of friends (aka PTO volunteers and their kiddos!) gathered at the Primary Playground to (re)paint the stencils for the kids to enjoy at recess.
We purchased these stencils and originally painted in Summer 2025, but frequent use + the aggressive wear & tear of the snowplows had worn away the color.
Will this become an annual task? Stay tuned. The team varied their application method this time, so time will tell if it can endure the conditions!
National Night Out
National Night Out
On Tuesday, August 4, Merton PTO was honored to participate in National Night Out at Pollworth Park alongside the Merton Community School District.
We got to see and chat with families, and we passed out our new brochure - including a calendar of events for the year!
Come see us at Open House on August 26 to get your copy of the brochure!
Pictured: Mr. Blessington (Primary Principal), Mr. Newcomer (Intermediate Principal), Mr. Binney (District IT Director), Mr. Gardner (new to Merton this year! - Director of Special Education/School Psychologist), Kristin Brewer (PTO Treasurer), part of two Merton School students.
Spirit Wear Sale!
Spirit Wear Sale!
Get your gear for the upcoming school year! BACK-TO-SCHOOL SAVINGS ARE HERE, MUSTANGS!
It’s time to show your Mustang pride! Our official Merton Spiritwear Store is OPEN, and you can save 15% OFF your entire order during our Back-to-School Sale.
Apparel, accessories & school-ready gear!
Must-have Mustang spiritwear for the new school year!
FOR 15% OFF YOUR ORDER, USE CODE:
Merton15SH
EXPIRES AUGUST 19, 2026
Upcoming Events & Activities
Upcoming Events & Activities
Please join us at our "Classroom Connections at the Park" where your student can meet new friends and find out who else will be in their class for the 2026-2027 school year!
4K Classroom Connection: 8/17 at 6:00PM at Merton Fireman's Park.
5K Classroom Connection: 8/23 at 1:00PM at Merton Fireman's Park.
Parents and non-grade-level siblings are invited to hang out as well!
No RSVP needed! If you can make it, we'd sure love to see you!
Open House
Open House
Wednesday, August 26
12:00 Noon to 8:00PM
Merton Primary + Merton Intermediate
Get ready to meet your teachers and drop off those supplies. Be on the lookout for registration information.
First Day of School Sip & Shop
First Day of School Sip & Shop
Tuesday, September 1
8:30AM
Wisco Joe Coffee / Folklore
Connect with other parents as we welcome the start of the new school year.
Join the Team!
Join the Team!
Thinking about getting more involved? PTO is looking for volunteers to organize two events this year. You can work solo or put together a team.
Outdoor Movie Night Lead(s) - pick & book the food trucks, select the movie, work with the PTO marketing team to develop promotional materials, schedule volunteers as needed, and be at the event on Friday, October 9, from start to finish.
Holiday Workshop Lead(s) - select & order crafts/supplies, cookies, decorations, work with the PTO marketing team to develop promotional materials, schedule volunteers as needed, and be at the event on Saturday, December 5, from start to finish.
Reach out to hello@mertonpto.org and let us know you're interested!
Merton PTO
supporting Merton Primary School & Merton Intermediate School
N68 W28460 Sussex Road
Hartland, WI 53029
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