CDM PTA Read-a-Thon will be back.

Get your books on, Dragons!

What is the Read-a-thon?

The Read-a-thon is a week long, school-wide program that encourages children to read more. It is also our most important PTA fundraiser! 100% of the proceeds will be used for school site needs, educational programs and community events at Carmel Del Mar. This means it supports all students at the school.

Programs funded or supported by Carmel Del Mar PTA

Community Events at Carmel Del Mar School

• Back to School Coffee (August)
• Ice Cream Social (September)
• Red Ribbon Day (October)
• Art Night (February)
• Chili Game Night (April)
• International Night (May)
• New and Used Book Fairs (November/March)
• Dad’s Club Events
• Bi-Weekly Newsletter

Student Events and Programs at Carmel Del Mar

• Imagination Machine Assembly
• Field Day
• 6th grade Promotion
• Drama Club
• Extra Field Trip grants as needed
• Yearbook Club Funding and Sales
• EPI school supplies program

Educational Grants and Teacher support

• Teacher mini-grants ($200-$400) for all staff at the school
• Teacher Appreciation lunches and events
• Water for the Teacher’s lounge
• Special requests funded as needs arise (e.g. microphone, extra supplies, grants)

Every year the PTA gives $ 10,000 or more to help enhance the physical learning environment for all students. School site needs we have funded in the past 3 years include:

• • Updated furniture grades 2-5
  • Bike rack at the back gate
  • New Library Books
  • Magazine subscriptions for all grades every year
  • P.E. Stridetrack system
  • Large Screen TV and Apple TV packages for Art Room, Science lab, etc.
  • Set of 10 Ipads for STEAM+ use
  • Robotics Kits
  • Maker Space Setup and Supplies
  • So much more!

In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance.

Drama Club Registration for the 2023-2024 production of Little Mermaid Jr is now full. Please click on the link below to be added to the waitlist.

Every student who registers for the Drama Club is automatically in the cast.  Auditions are for role placement only.  Auditions will be Tuesday 1/30 and callbacks will be Thursday 2/1. All students auditioning should plan to be there for BOTH days from 2:30-4:30.

MANDATORY FORMS: 

• All Students who register for Drama Club are required to fill out two forms. If needed, copies are available in the front office.  
• Form #1:  Audition Packet.   This gives Junior Actors Company the information they will need when placing students in roles.  (you ONLY need to print pages 5 and 21-25 and bring them to auditions).
• Form #2:  Parent/Student Contract.  This is for the PTA Volunteers to gather information that will help them run rehearsals and parent committees.  This form will also state expectations for students and parents and includes a liability and photo release. (please print all 5 pages and bring them to auditions). 

AUDITION TRACKS

PRODUCTION FEE

The production fee is $350 which goes to pay the director staff.  It includes most costume items (except shoes). Siblings will receive a $50 reimbursement from the CDM PTA. 

Please email [email protected] if you have any questions