It’s time to celebrate the amazing teachers and staff who make American Academy so special! Our PTOs have planned a fun-filled week of appreciation at each campus. Read below for an overview of each campus celebration, and check your PTO newsletters and emails for more details.
⭐ Easy Way to Participate: GiftCrowd
All three campuses are excited to use GiftCrowd this year—a simple, flexible way for families to show appreciation while allowing staff to select a gift they’ll truly love.
How to Participate:
- Visit your campus GiftCrowd page:
👉 Castle Pines
👉 Lincoln Meadows
👉 Motsenbocker - Select recipients
Browse the list of teachers and staff and click “Join” for anyone you’d like to gift - Personalize your gift
- Enter your name (as you’d like it displayed)
- Add a message, note, or photo
- Choose your contribution
- Enter any amount you wish to give
- Repeat for multiple staff members if desired
- Complete your gift
- Enter payment details and submit
Why GiftCrowd?
- Flexible—give any amount
- Personal—add a message or photo
- Meaningful—staff receive gift cards of their choice
Campus Details
Castle Pines
Where's Waldo Theme + GiftCrowd
- The PTO will be spoiling our staff all week with lunches, treats and more!
- All gifting is done through CP GiftCrowd
*This replaces daily gifts to make participation easier for families and staff
Lincoln Meadows
Fiesta Theme + GiftCrowd
- PTO has planned a fun, themed week of celebrations
- Parent Volunteer Opportunities:
- 5/1 & 5/8: Decoration setup & teardown
- 5/5: Joy Cart (snacks/drinks delivery)
- 5/6: Fiesta Flowers K–8
- 5/6: Fiesta Flowers KindiePrep
- 5/7: Coffee delivery
- LM GiftCrowd gifting
Motsenbocker
Lucky to Have You Theme + GiftCrowd
- Daily Optional Activities:
- Mon (5/4): Bring a salty treat
- Tues (5/5): Summer-themed gift (towel, sunscreen, etc.)
- Wed (5/6): Teacher wishlist item
- Thurs (5/7): Thank-you letter
- Fri (5/8): Contribute to MB GiftCrowd
- All activities are optional—families may participate in any way they choose
Thank You
Your support helps us celebrate our amazing teachers and staff in meaningful ways. We appreciate you!