Welcome to J. R. Lowell Elementary School
Family Teacher Organization
Family Teacher Organization
Our goals are to:
🧡 Promoting Family Involvement: The FTO encourages and facilitates parents' and guardians' active participation in their children's education and school activities. This builds a strong home-school connection that supports student learning and development.
💛 Supporting Teachers and Staff: The FTO assists teachers and staff through volunteer efforts, fundraising, and other supportive activities. This includes organizing events, helping with classroom needs, and showing appreciation for the staff’s hard work.
🧡 Enhancing the Student Experience: The FTO organizes and funds activities, programs, and events that enrich students' educational experiences. These include cultural events, field trips, educational workshops, and extracurricular activities.
💛 Building Community: The FTO fosters a sense of community among families, teachers, and students by organizing social events and activities. This creates a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected and supported.
Support field trips and school events
All donations are gratefully accepted.
As a suggestion, $25 per child.
Sign up here to our volunteer list.
We’ll reach out when the time comes.
Not binding, you can always say no.
Get your Lowell Swag - kids and adult sizes!
New summer Lowell Swag! Tank tops, shorts, rain gear, back packs and much more!
All funds raised from the sale of these items will support school-wide events, field trips, and the purchase of classroom supplies at the Lowell School.
If you have any questions, email lowellelementarypto@gmail.com
We are always looking for ways to support the incredible teachers and staff with a fully stocked staff room.
Teachers' Lounge Amazon WishList
Your generosity and support are invaluable in helping us create a warm, welcoming start to the school year.
Kindergarten Meet-up
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10 am - 11.30 am
Light snacks provided
Lowell School Playground on George Street
Popsicles with the Principal
(& Brady)
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 5 - 6 pm
Lowell School Playground on George Street
Boo Hoo Breakfast for Kindergarten Parents
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 8:25-9:00 AM, 123 Lowell Ave, Learning Commons
Kindergarten parent meet and greet on their first day. FTO will provide coffee and muffins.
Hosted by the Lowell School's FTO & Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Committee & Student Support Staff
Movie Night
Friday, September 19, 2025
Trunk or Treat
Friday, October 24, 2025
Book Fair
Wednesday, November, 2025, 12 - Thursday, November 14, 2025
Winter Teacher Appreciation Week
Monday, December 15, 2025 - Friday, December 19, 2025
Spring Teacher Appreciation Week
Monday, May 4th - Friday, May 8th
CultureFest
Explore a rich array of country exhibits with representation from different countries. Each table offers unique traditions, stories, and highlights of their cultures.
March 26 - 6-8 pm
Hosted by the Lowell School's FTO & Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Committee
Walkathon
Walk-a-Thon is the Family Teacher Organization's largest annual fundraiser.
Date and Time - TBD
5th grade move-up events
June 2026
Note that the events and dates are subject to change. We encourage you to check back and/or confirm dates in specific event communication.
Kelly Linehan
Mike Ward
Keith Ouellette
Sisse Harder Delff
Heather Angstrom