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Originally delivered on 8/29/2023 9:50 pm

SUBJECT: PTA Newsletter 08.30.23

PTA Newsletter #1 - August 30, 2023
President's Corner


Hello Alderwood Families!


Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year, filled with endless possibilities. I am Mahsheed Hosseini and I am thrilled to serve as your PTA President. As we embark on this exciting journey, let’s create unforgettable learning experiences for our students. Join me in welcoming our dynamic Alderwood PTA Board. For a closer look at our dedicated PTA Executive Board Members, {Meet PTA Power Squad} for this school year! 

Our PTA Welcome Packet is making its way to your child’s Thursday folder this week! Inside you’ll find everything you need to know about joining the PTA, the exciting programs we’re bringing to our school, and the incredible ways you can team up with us this year. Keep an eye out for this information and let’s make this year a fantastic journey of collaboration and growth.


  • Register at {www.alderwoodpta.com} Stay in the loop with our updates, delivered primarily through social media and email. If you already registered, please verify and update your contact information and teacher details to ensure you receive every exciting update as well as anything you have ordered through the website.


  • Join PTA and Make a Difference {Join PTA} Your involvement fuels enriching, creative, and enjoyable experiences for our students. Your contributions power these essential programs. Let's unite for positive change!


  • Teacher and Staff Appreciation {TASAW} Your contribution will help us create special moments for our exceptional educators, staff, and administration. Your donation to TASAW ensures that each teacher and staff member receives one spirit shirt, a yearbook, and three special meals throughout the year.


  • Step up as a Volunteer {Alderwood Elementary PTA - Volunteer} Your time and talents have the power to transform. Our dedicated volunteers are the driving force behind these remarkable programs. Our mission is to enrich the educational journey for every child, and we invite you to join us in making a difference and create a lasting impact together!
Elevate Your Alderwood Journey with our PTA Flashback Fall Pledge Tiers: Join, Thrive, Shine!

We cannot give our students all of these educational programs and fun field trips without you!  Fueling our mission with your voluntary donations & support, we're excited to introduce three empowering tiers.


  1. Step into the Retro Rockers tier by contributing:
  • PTA Membership
  • Fall Pledge Donation for up to two students
  • TASAW donation for two teachers

You will get family recognition and shine on the Alderwood Star in the front office as well as the PTA website. Delight your registered students with a Magic 8 Ball toy.


2. For more options, meet the Cassette Crews tier by contributing:

  • PTA Membership

  • Fall Pledge Donation per family

  • TASAW donation

You will get family recognition and shine on the Alderwood Star in the front office as well as the PTA website. Delight your registered students with a Slinky toy.


3. And let's not forget the Neon Nomads – perfect for those spreading good vibes:

  • PTA Membership

  • Any donations, you'll shine bright in our community.


** Remember that all contributions are voluntary **


Join PTA & support our Fall Pledge. Let's make this year unforgettable, hand in hand!

{Flashback to the 80s Fall Pledge}

Current Events

Stay in the loop with our weekly PTA newsletter featuring events for the next two weeks. Want to stay updated all year? Visit our calendar and click "Sign up for automatic calendar updates {Calendar}

Anticipating Your Presence at the Back-to-School Night!

The excitement is building as Back-to-School Night approaches August 31st! 

  • Session A: 5:45 pm - 6:15 pm

  • Session B: 6:20 pm - 6:50 pm

Don't forget to swing by the PTA tent – we would love to catch up and share what's in store for the upcoming school year. {Volunteer for BTSN}

International Night begins with you!

International night will be on Friday, September 22. Interested in participating and representing your country? Join us for the International Night Informational Session on Tuesday, September 5 at 5:30-6:30pm in the MPR.

To help us make this event even more spectacular, we kindly request that you take a moment to fill out the {Google Form linked here} to let us know of your interest and potential contributions. 


Support Alderwood PTA with Chick-fil-A! 

Dine in at 24011 El Toro Rd, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 location on Tuesday, 9/5 and a portion of your order goes to our school. Enjoy tasty food while giving back!

Jamba Juice Friday

Our first sale of the school year is on 9/8. Don't forget to grab your drink tickets from the PTA website. Start the year refreshed and energized with delicious Jamba Juice treats!

Teacher and Staff Appreciation Lunch

Last Friday 8/25, the PTA organized a thoughtful gesture of appreciation by providing a delicious lunch for the dedicated teachers and staff members. This event was part of the TASAW (Teachers and Staff Appreciation Week) program, which aims to recognize and honor the hard work and commitment of educators and school staff. 

Upcoming Meetings & Events
Thursday, August 31
5:00p Back To School Night
Friday, September 1
Welcome Back Family Picnic
Fall Pledge Kickoff
Monday, September 4
Labor Day (No School)
Tuesday, September 5
Family Time Tuesday
5:30p International Night Information Meeting
Friday, September 8
Jamba Juice After School
Tuesday, September 12
Executive Board Meeting
Does Your Employer Match Your Donations?

Many companies offer to match their employees' donations including IBM, Johnson & Johnson, Microsoft and The Capital Group. 

Check here to see if your company will match your gift to Alderwood.

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Become an Alderwood PTA Sponsor!

As you may know, each year Alderwood Elementary PTA offers local businesses Sponsorship Opportunities, and there are many different partnering levels. As we start the new year, the PTA is once again looking for new partners for the 2024 calendar year. Visit www.alderwoodpta.com/sponsor or click HERE to view the different benefits.

But did you know… the PTA offers a special discount to Alderwood parents? Are you interested in becoming a sponsor? If so, Alderwood families can sign up to be a Bronze Partner (normally $250) for just $100! 

Email sponsorship@alderwoodpta.com to take advantage of this deal. If you know of any local businesses who would like to partner with us, please reach out! Your support is greatly appreciated.

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