I don't think the teachers would mind, and may like the change. I think it shows more thought and is a nice gesture. This year we were fortunate enough to have a local restaurant (Mimi's Cafe) donate 3 dozen muffins for our breakfast and another restaurant (Paradise Bakery) donate 6 dozen cookies. It wouldn't hurt to ask around. Good luck - and don't fret - it will all work out!

I'm afraid our budget will be cut this year for hospitality and since I'm new this makes me worry.

Our PTA provides a lunch and breakfast for our teachers before the school year starts. Well from what I hear the lunch has always been catered. I've been doing some research and we are looking of at least $500 for a catered sandwich lunch (which I think is ridiculous for a sandwich, bag of chips and a cookie).

I know I could put together a better luncheon with appetizers, salads, and more for half of the catering cost, but I'm afraid this may not look good on me since the teachers have already had a catered meal. And I don't want to :eek: any teacher off since they all do a wonderful job.

Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions about going with my way? Nothing would be homemade since people have there own feelings on this. I may have to toss salads and defrost appetizers but also have sandwich trays and other goodies, I think it could be very nice and keep a nice budget so that we can do other "meals" during the school year.

Thanks for your help, :o