While the Field Days that cap off the end of the school year are actually sponsored by the Byrom staff, the PSO pitches in and helps run the various stations. The success of the event depends on the many willing volunteers who help the day run smoothly.
We host a Book Fair once or twice a year, giving students and families a fun opportunity to explore and purchase new books while supporting our school library. It’s a great way to encourage a love of reading and help raise funds for literacy programs at Byrom!
Staff Appreciation is all about celebrating the incredible teachers and staff who make Byrom so special! Each year, we plan a week-long celebration in May filled with thoughtful surprises, meals, and treats to show our gratitude. Throughout the year, we also support staff with fun extras like coffee bar pop-ups, stocking the staff room, and other small acts of kindness. It’s a role where the chair gets to be creative and thoughtful in finding meaningful ways to say, “We appreciate you!”
We have a long relationship with the Missoula Children’s Theater. Each year they send two well-trained theater enthusiasts with a trailer full of scripts, costumes, and sets. Auditions are on Monday right after school. Rehearsals begin Monday, and continue through the week after school, with two perfomances on Saturday in the high school auditorium.
The plays are usually quirky musical renditions of a well-known story with many opportunities for 50-70 children to participate on stage. Past productions have included The Wizard of Oz, Treasure Island, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Cinderella.
To celebrate their completion of their years in elementary school, the fifth graders have a party near the end of the school year. There is also a self-funded yearbook, and a legacy art project which is generally coordinated with a local artist and is also self-funded.
5th Grade Party – To celebrate their final year of elementary school, the 5th grade traditionally has a celebration that takes up a whole day of fun. In past years the party has taken place on the football field of the high school with bouncy houses and other fun activities, culminating in a barbecue back on the Byrom campus, a day at Bullwinkles Family Fun Center, and an Amazing Race event that pitted teams of 5th graders through tasks all over the Byrom grounds.
5th Grade Yearbook – To commemorate their elementary school years, the 5th graders generally get a yearbook with their school photos and pages full of memories and well wishes from the community. Often, the printing cost or other part of the yearbook costs is donated, and the rest is covered by ads or purchased well wishes from parents or other community members.
Legacy Project – The 5th graders for the last several years have created a lasting art project that is their gift to the school as a legacy gift.
Family Nights at Byrom
Every year, the PSO plans a variety of Family Night events to bring our Byrom community together in fun, meaningful ways. These events are a chance for students, parents, teachers, and staff to connect outside the classroom and make lasting memories.
Here are some of the events we’ve hosted in the past:
Fall Festival at Lee Farms
Each fall, the PSO sponsors a free family outing at Lee Farms—just for Byrom! Families enjoy fall-themed activities, treats, and fun alongside teachers and staff. It’s one of our most-loved traditions!
STEM Night
We team up with OMSI, robotics teams, and other science partners to bring the world of STEM to life! This hands-on event lets families explore science, tech, engineering, and math together through exciting, interactive exhibits.
Bingo Night
A crowd favorite! Bingo Night is a relaxed and fun evening where families enjoy treats, prizes, and a lot of laughs. This free event is open to all—and yes, everyone wins something!
Stuffy Movie Night
Students come in their comfiest pajamas, bring a favorite stuffy, and settle in at Byrom for a cozy movie night with friends. It’s a sweet, simple evening that kids look forward to every year.
Blazer Night
Join fellow Byrom families and staff for a night of basketball fun! Discounted tickets make it easy to cheer on the Portland Trail Blazers together—and you might even spot a teacher or two in the stands!
Stay tuned for upcoming Family Night announcements—we’re always planning new ways to celebrate our incredible Byrom community!