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Panther Post 
Weekly Spiritridge PTSA CommUNITY Newsletter
October 31, 2016
 

PTSA Mission Statement

The mission of the Spiritridge Elementary PTSA is to support and strengthen the Spiritridge commUNITY and provide enrichment opportunities for our students. We facilitate information exchange between and among our parents, teachers, and students. We promote parental involvement and a strong partnership with the school, which is essential to the success of our students.

Upcoming Events

  • November 1 & 2  - Scholastic Book Fair
  • November 1 - Reflections Gallery Night
  • November 10 - No School: Professional Development
  • November 11 - No School: Veterans Day

We need volunteers! Click on the events below to sign up:

Popcorn Fridays
Pretty In Pink Gallery Night
Book Fair
Running Club
Reflections Gallery Night
 
Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon! 

Tuesday, November 1st:  8am-4pm and 6:30pm-8pm (during the Reflections Gallery Night)
Wednesday, November 2nd:  8am-1:30pm  
 
Please join us in the Spiritridge Library for our Fall Book Fair!  Browse 100s of book titles.  Every dollar spent helps earn money for our school library to use toward the purchase of additional book titles, equipment and much more.

Please join us in the Spiritridge Library for our Fall Book Fair!  Browse 100s of book titles.  Every dollar spent helps earn money for our school library to use toward the purchase of additional book titles, equipment and much more.

*Please note:  An adult must accompany all students attending the book fair before and after school.  Hallways and classrooms are closed during after school hours.  Parents must use marked parking spots and should not leave cars in the drop off area.

Calling all volunteers!  Does your student love the book fair?  Then we can use your help!  We can't make this event happen without volunteers like you; please click here to volunteer. 

Contact us at bookfair@spiritridge.org with any questions.  Thank you for supporting Spiritridge Elementary!

Your Book Fair Co-Chairs,

Zohrah Ghorishi and Jennifer Schultze
 

Spiritridge Panther Pacers
We are off the ground and running!  Literally!  The running club is open to all Spiritridge students. We meet on Tuesdays during afternoon recess and on Friday mornings before school, 8:10-8:40 am. During these times, students are able to run (or walk) laps around the playground. The students earn prizes for every 5 miles that they run and earn a marathon medal once they run 26.2 miles during the club times.  We need adult volunteers to pass out the tracking cards, mark off laps as they are completed, and hand out prizes.  Please visit the sign-up genius link to see if you can help out.
 
Notes: Volunteers must have completed a BSD volunteer application.  Students running on Friday mornings without a parent present must have turned in a permission form.
Save the Date and Volunteers Needed


WHEN: Friday, February 3, 2017 at 6:30 pm
WHERE: The Marriott, Bellevue
A block of rooms has been negotiated at the Marriott for this event. Call (425) 214-7600 today and book your room for just $169/night. First come, first serve.
 
We are looking for volunteers!  
  •  Help coordinate classroom projects
  •  Help with sponsorship
  •  Help coordinate the week or day of the event
Contact us to learn more!
Academic Challenge

Yes, we are having the Academic Challenge again this year at Spiritridge!  The Academic Challenge is a way to encourage students to challenge themselves with educational activities outside of school.  We are making some changes to the program, so please check the website in coming weeks for more information and sign ups.  Participation in the Reflections Art program is still one of the optional activities (making sure that you are following all of the requirements of the Reflections Program) to count towards the Arts requirement as it has been in the past.  Information will be on the website soon, and flyers will be coming home. Please contact  academicchallenge@spiritridge.org with any questions.

Reflections Update and Gallery Night
 

Good Luck to the 140 students that submitted art for the Reflections Art Competition!  Judging will take place next week and Gallery Night (display of all submissions and interactive art stations) will take place in conjunction with the Book Fair on Tuesday, November 1st. 

Volunteers are still needed to help with the remaining activities.  Please open the SignUp Genius and fill in where you can help out.

www.SignUpGenius.com/go/9040D4DAEAB2FA64-reflections1
 

Spiritridge Staff Appreciation
 
THANK YOU Fifth Grade Spiritridge Families! Thank you to everyone who participated and/or braved the dark and rainy morning to send in breakfast items for Wednesday’s Staff Appreciation Breakfast. We had a plentiful assortment of yummy foods for the teachers and staff to enjoy. We even had napkins, flowers and lots of coffee! The donations were very much appreciated by teachers and staff! THANK YOU!
 
Spiritridge Community! Please watch for future Staff Appreciation Events! Before the end of 2016, we will be hosting other grade level meals as well as a Holiday Cookie Drive.
 
Staff Appreciation is a PTSA effort. In September, SA provided a day-before-school meal for staff as well as dinner on curriculum night. If you would be like to be involved with SA efforts, please contact annie@lander.ca
 
Much thanks,
Staff Appreciation (Annie Richardson-Lander and Jennifer Topel)
 

SKI BUS SIGN UP IS HERE!
When:  January 11, 2017 - February 15th, 2017 ( for 6 consecutive Wednesdays).
Where: Bus loads at Spiritridge Elementary to Summit Central Ski Area, Snoqualmie.
The bus loads  at school at 1:15 P.M. and returns at around 6:30 P.M. 
Classes begin at 2:30 P.M. and are 2 1/2 hours long.  
Cost: $325.00 for 6 weeks of lessons and bus transportation. Equipment rental and season passes are not included in cost.

To enroll  click on link for registration form, mail it and tuition directly to SSCS 204 165th Ave SE Bellevue, 98008-4627. Enrollment is secured on a first come, first served basis, and registration must be accompanied with payment to secure your space. Registration deadline is Tuesday,  November 15,  2016.  
 
Wednesday Ski School Form 
 
Please do not drop off forms to the school as they will not be picked up from there. 
 If you need additional information please email Sherylpinheiro@Hotmail.com or call 425 269-3588
 The Snow Sports program is not affiliated with or operated by the Bellevue School District, Spiritridge Elementary or the Spiritridge PTSA. Lessons are provided by Alpine West Ski & Snowboard School with 31 years of teaching experience in the greater Seattle area. Snow Sports Consulting Service will be coordinating this program for Alpine West http://www.alpinewestskischool.com.
Bellevue PTSA Council All-Schools Skating Party

Bellevue PTSA Council invites all Bellevue students, staff, and families to the All-Schools Skating Party! Flyer HERE.
 
Friday, November 4th, 6:30pm-8:30pm, SnoKing Ice Arena Renton
Admission: $10 per person including skate rental
*See your school office to receive a free admission pass!*
Community News:

Newport Way Library Maker Day: Saturday, November 5. Flyer HERE.

MusicWorks Northwest: Flyer for Fall Programs HERE

City of Bellevue FREE Green Cleaning Workshops: Flyer for dates HERE

City of Bellevue Tae Kwon Do: Flyer HERE

Northwest Boys Choir: Flyer for audition information HERE

National Parks: Fourth graders (and family) get free entry to national parks, national forests and other federal lands: http://store.usgs.gov/pass/everykid.html

Boys and Girls Clubs of Bellevue: Flyer for Boys and Girls Winter Athletics HERE

YMCA Winter Basketball: Flyer HERE
Spiritridge PTSA Website
Check out the Spiritridge PTSA website for information, forms, event happenings and other great information.
 

Email us at pantherpost@spiritridge.org for Panther Post submissions. Please submit by Friday for Monday's newsletter.

 
Monday:  Spooky Spaghetti with Meatballs, Garlic Bread

Tuesday:  Roasted Chicken Leg with Baby Potatoes, Whole Wheat Roll, Satsuma Orange

Wednesday:  Pepperoni or Cheese Pan Pizza, Caesar Salad

Thursday:  Sweet & Sour Chicken with Brown Rice, Stir Fry Vegetables

Friday:  Macaroni & Cheese with Steamed Broccoli, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll

Milk is included with a lunch, but can be purchased separately for $0.50.

Check your child's lunch account balance and receive emails about them through paypams.com. You can also make payments for a very small fee. You only need to know your child's name and date of birth.
Drop Off and Pick Up Courtesies

PLEASE drive the 20 MPH that is posted for a school zone.

There is no turning left out of the parking lot 8:45AM - 9:00AM.

Don't stop in crosswalks.

If you or your child is riding a bike to/from school, WALK your bike while on school grounds.
 

Popcorn Fridays

Students at one recess each Friday get the chance to buy popcorn for $0.25, (or a popcorn slip earned by picking up trash on the school playground). To make this fun happen each week, we need a few volunteers to either pop or sell popcorn each Friday. 

Friday, November 4: K, 2nd, and 2/3 Split

Get Your Child's Name On the Spiritridge Reader Board!

Is your child's birthday coming up? Did you know that the PTSA offers a fantastic fundraiser all year long? Get your child's birthday on the reader board outside of Spiritridge! This makes for a perfect surprise and it's a great photo opportunity for your scrapbook. Simply e-mail (porterl@bsd405.org) or stop in the office in person to pay Linda Porter ֠with a check made out to the Spiritridge PTSA or cash.  It only costs $35.00!

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