A Message from the PTSA President
Dear Evergreen Families,
There are a lot of good things going on at EMS this month. I just want to give you a short update.
First, PTSA volunteers organized a beautiful lunch for EMS staff last week. Thank you to all the generous volunteers who made the staff lunch a success by bringing in food and giving their time.
Also, the PTSA-sponsored Math, Robotics, and Science Olympiad programs are in full-swing. Most have their teams in place and students are working hard alongside their coaches. Go teams!
Finally, we have created a parent survey to gather information and help us better serve our school community. Please take a moment to complete the survey and give us your feedback. The findings will be presented at the general membership meeting on November 13.
I hope to see you there!
In Gratitude,
Binny Marwaha
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Mark your calendar - PTSA General Membership Meeting - November 13, 6:30 PM
 Findings of the Parent Survey will also be presented. Please take the parent survey and give your input by November 5.
Following the General Membership Meeting, guest speaker, Jerry Blackburn, founder of Influence the Choice will talk about how to promote resilience and a growth mindset in our children. Presentation will be followed by Q&A.
Don't miss your chance to win a private workshop with Coach Sheri Gazitt, founder of Teenwise, to deepen your understanding of raising a middle schooler. All PTSA members will be entered for a chance to win!
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Your input will serve as guidelines as we plan our agenda for this year and beyond. Parent Survey is open until November 5.
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Win a Chance for Private Workshop with Coach Sheri
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- All PTSA members will be eligible for the drawing on November 13
- 5 members will be randomly selected in the drawing!
- Winners will get a gift certificate for a workshop with Coach Sheri
- Winners may bring a friend along (no children)
- Workshop is scheduled for February 19, 7 - 9 PM at Coach Sheri’s office (downtown Redmond)
- Winners can ask Coach Sheri questions/advice about parenting middle schoolers
- Coach Sheri will include exercises/activities
- Winners may choose to gift their win to a friend
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**Must be a PTSA member by NOON on Tuesday, November 12**
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Reflections: The Deadline is November 4!
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Don't forget to submit your finished artwork to the school office by November 4. Please double check guidelines when you prepare your submission. If you have any questions, please contact reflections@evergreenptsa.org.
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Upcoming Events
Daylight Saving Time Ends
When: Sunday, November 3, 2 am
Evergreen Bridge Club
Evergreen PTSA is offering a bridge club program. Lessons will be taught by experienced bridge masters (approved LWSD volunteers). The club is FREE of charge to students, and FREE snacks will be offered. Please contact Rui Gong, Chair of Bridge to register, or simply stop by the library to try it out! The club will offer a few trial sessions next week.
When: Tuesday November 5, 3 - 5 pm
Where: Evergreen Middle School Library
No School: Veteran's Day
When: Monday, November 11
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Your PTSA Needs you!
We are looking for a few chairs to round up your PTSA and deliver the best outcomes for our students and staff. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator if you are interested!
- VP Advocacy - Focuses on legislative issues related to or affecting our students, staff, school, and district. Attends monthly board meetings.
- Co-VP Enrichment - Oversees the management of enrichment programs offered by PTSA. Makes proposals for new opportunities based on community needs. Works closely with other VPs and Chairs to achieve PTSA missions. Attends monthly board meetings.
- Technical Officer - Manages and maintains all the online tools being used for PTSA functions.
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News from School, ASB and Community
Come Shop the Eastlake PTSA Holiday Bazaar!
Visit Eastlake High School on November 2 between 9 am and 3 pm for an amazing selection of hand made art, crafts and gifts from local artists and artisans. More details in Eastlake Facebook event. Hope to see you there!
Catalyst Club - Computer classes for Middle school students
Registrations are open for Catalyst Club - Computer classes for Middle school students (4th to 8th grade) run by High School Volunteer students. Interested students can click here to register. Classes are starting from November 17 in Redmond.
Calling All Mathletes in Grade 6
The student registration for the Math Challenge Tournament this year is now available! All students in grade 6 are invited. Information about the tournament (format, prizes, and divisions) can be found here: MATH CHALLENGE TOURNAMENT.
Below are schools nearby us that are hosting the tournament and the links to register. Don’t miss it! Seats are limited. Click here to find other locations.
Ben Rush Elementary - REGISTER HERE
When: December 13, 6:45 pm
Where: 6101 152nd Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052
Margaret Mead Elementary - REGISTER HERE
When: December 5, 6:00 pm
Where: 1725 216th AVE NE, Sammamish, WA 98074
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Reminder
Double our Impact - Employer Matching
Many employers in our area will match any donations you make to our PTSA, as well as your volunteer hours. If your employer offers this option, please put down Evergreen Middle School PTSA in Redmond, WA (there are other EMS PTSA's out there!) as the organization you wish to receive these matching benefits. Thank you!
Complete / Renew your LWSD Volunteer Application
All parents volunteering in school must be cleared by the school district without exception. Your volunteer clearance is good for two years. Please follow the instructions in this link to apply/renew your LWSD volunteer clearance.
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"When educating the minds of our youth. We must not forget to educate their hearts."
- Dalai Lama
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