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Originally delivered on 9/12/2023 9:55 pm

SUBJECT: PTA Newsletter 09.13.23

Weekly Newsletter #3 - September 13, 2023



Get ready to party like it's the '80s!

The annual Fall Pledge Drive is now underway and your participation is vital to enhance our children's education. Whether your support is big or small, it truly makes a difference. 

Join PTA and dive into the Fall Pledge Drive, where you'll be celebrated as one of the following:

  • Retro Rockers Tier: PTA membership, Fall Pledge donation for up to two students, TASAW (Teacher & Staff Appreciation) donation for two teachers, family recognition on the Alderwood Star and PTA website, gift your registered students a Magic 8 Ball toy and invitation to the ‘80s party for your student


  • Cassette Crews Tier: PTA membership, Fall Pledge donation per family, TASAW (Teacher & Staff Appreciation) donation, family recognition on the Alderwood Star and PTA website, surprise your registered students with a Slinky toy and invitation to the ‘80s party for your student.


  • Neon Nomads Tier: PTA Membership, any donations, all voluntary


Please support our students by visiting {AlderwoodPTA.com/FallPledge}

President's Corner

Our goal is to reach 300 registered families by the end of September, and we're currently at 85. We believe in the power of unity and community, and your membership can help us achieve amazing things together. {Be a PTA member} today, be part of the change, and make a real impact on our school. Your support counts!

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}

Guess what's just around the corner? Our awesome International Night, happening soon. It's going to be a blast celebrating all the incredible cultures in our school. Picture this: delicious traditional foods, mesmerizing performances, and fascinating displays from around the world – and you're invited!

But wait, we need your help to make it truly spectacular. Can you spare a moment to fill out this {participation form}? Whether you want to share your heritage, or lend a hand, your participation is golden.

We've got a small $5 fee per person to keep things running smoothly. Don't worry, it's not for fundraising – it covers expenses like plates, utensils, decorations, and more. Hosting a country table? No need to pay the $5 fee!

Need more info? Contact Katherine Santoso, our International Chair, at Internationalnight@alderwoodpta.com

Step up as a Volunteer!

Your time and talents transform our programs. Join us in enriching every child's educational journey – together, we will create a lasting impact. We are in need of volunteers to help with fun PTA programs. To run these essential programs, we need volunteers like you. Whether you volunteer during the school day or on your own time. There is something for everyone!

Here are examples of programs we need help with:

  • Alderwood Carnival

  • Gratitude Challenge 

  • Food Truck

  • Jog-a-thon fundraiser

  • Membership drive

  • Student Prize Assembly

  • Jamba Juice

Attention PTA volunteers! Kindly update your Raptor volunteer information for the 2023/2024 school year. Last year's data has been cleared from the system. Access the application here: {Raptor Volunteer Application}.

The Reflections Arts Program, a celebration of student creativity, has kicked off! All Alderwood students are welcome to join in and share their original artwork in any of the six available categories: Dance Choreography, Literature, Photography, Film Production, Music Composition, and Visual Arts. Get creative and be a part of this exciting opportunity!

{Visit our website for more info}

The Jamba Juice 6th Grade Fundraiser is postponed until Friday, 10/6. Get ready for a SMOOTHIE-TASTIC time!

National PTA wants to make this a transformative year for all! We’ve curated a variety of fresh ideas, tools and program opportunities to help you all year long. 

Go back to school with PTA and check out our resources to help plan your school year, engage your community and offer support for students and families. {Click here to read more...}

Upcoming Meetings & Events
Friday, September 22
5:00p International Night
Tuesday, September 26
PTA Meeting
Tuesday, October 3
Family Time Tuesday
Friday, October 6
Jamba Juice After School
Tuesday, October 10
Executive Board Meeting
Friday, October 13
Coffee Chat with the Principal
Monday, October 16
Staff Development Day (No School)
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

Did you know that Alderwood PTA offers local businesses sponsorship opportunities at various levels? Sponsors make a major impact on our community through their support of PTA programs -- and they can qualify for benefits such as having a logo showcased on the school marquee and website, or hosting a booth at popular schoolwide PTA events. Plus, the sponsorship is tax-deductible!  

Alderwood PTA offers a special discount to Alderwood parents for the entry-level Bronze Partnership -- a $250 sponsorship for just $100!

Visit {alderwoodpta.com/sponsor} to learn more and become a sponsor, or email sponsorship@alderwoodpta.com if you know a local business that might be interested.


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