5th GRADE COMMITTEES
Each year the 5th Grade Committees work tirelessly to create the most memorable year for our 5th graders as they close out their final elementary school year!
From yearbooks and Friday pretzels to the pool party and 5th grade dance, the Committees Chairs work closely with the Co-Presidents and Vice President of Grades - Erdenheim to organize and execute fun events for the students to enjoy.
5th Grade Commitee
Committee Chairs - OPEN
Time Frame: Yearlong (starts end of September)
Roles to be filled: Two (2) Co-Chairs
Supported by: EEHSP Co-Presidents and VP of Grades - Erdenheim
Responsibilities:
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Ensure the organized and successful planning and execution of the 5th Grade Subcommittees (Pretzels, Yearbook, Luau Party, Pool Party)
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Maintain 5th Grade Committee budget
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Serve as point of contact for EEHSP Board, 5th Grade Teacher Leads, and Erdenheim Administration
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Providing status updates and attend quarterly EEHSP meetings as able
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Source and purchase end of year class gift
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Coordinate decorations for 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony
Examples of class gifts
Pretzel Commitee
Committee Chairs - OPEN
Time Frame: Yearlong (starts end of October)
Roles to be filled: Two (2) Co-Chairs + committee members
Supported by: 5th Grade Committee Chairs, EEHSP Co-Presidents, and VP of Grades - Erdenheim
Responsibilities:
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Sourcing pretzels from a local supplier (Taste of Philly)
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Selecting and confirming delivery dates
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Develop pretzel pricing; collect order forms and payment
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Create flyers and marketing materials
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Coordinate pick up of pretzels from vendor and distribution to classes at Enfield and Erdenheim
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Provide status updates and financial reporting
Yearbook Commitee
Committee Chairs - OPEN
Time Frame: Yearlong (planning starts in October; bulk of work is done in late winter / early spring)
Roles to be filled: Two (2) Co-Chairs + committee members
Supported by: 5th Grade Committee Chairs, EEHSP Co-Presidents, and VP of Grades - Erdenheim
Responsibilities:
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Contract with vendor and confirm submission dates
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Prepare timeline for collection of photos, info, student ad submissions, and vendor payments
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Create flyers and marketing materials to communicate to families the timelines/deadlines, photo needs, and student ad opportunities
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Decide on the theme and design yearbook cover and interior section; proofread for accuracy, spelling and content
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Coordinate yearbook distribution and signing party
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Provide status updates and financial reporting
2026 Yearbook
5th Grade Dance Commitee
Committee Chairs - OPEN
Time Frame: Partial Year (planning starts in January/February; event is held in April/May)
Roles to be filled: Two (2) Co-Chairs + committee members
Supported by: 5th Grade Committee Chairs; EEHSP Co-Presidents, and VP of Grades - Erdenheim
Responsibilities:
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Select event date and confirm with EEHSP Co-Presidents, VP of Grades - Erdenheim, school principals and SDST Facilities
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Decide on a theme and plan party details including decor, vendors, refreshments, games, giveaways (bracelets, necklaces, etc), and similar
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Create graphics and marketing materials
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Develop and organize collection of registration and conduct agreement forms
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Coordinate day of volunteers
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Provide status updates and financial reporting
Pool Party Commitee
Committee Chairs - OPEN
Time Frame: Partial Year (planning starts late winter; event is held in June)
Roles to be filled: Two (2) Co-Chairs + committee members
Supported by: 5th Grade Committee Chairs; EEHSP Co-Presidents, and VP of Grades - Erdenheim
Responsibilities:
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Confirming date and venue
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Decide on a theme and plan party details including decor, vendors, refreshments, games, giveaways (bracelets, necklaces, etc), and similar
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Create graphics and marketing materials
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Develop and organize collection of registration, conduct agreement, and liability release forms
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Coordinate day of volunteers
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Provide status updates and financial reporting
