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Originally delivered on 10/17/2023 11:26 pm

SUBJECT: PTA Newsletter 10.18.23

Weekly Newsletter #8 - October 18, 2023
President's Corner

Alderwood faces a significant funding gap, and costs are on the rise. As you can see in the graph below, California receives the least funding compared to all other schools. Our school depends on PTA donations to keep important programs going. PTA has been managing cost increases for some time, but now we're reaching out for your support. 

Your contribution empowers the PTA to support essential programs, including: 

Funding field trips for students across all grade levels.

Providing instructional materials for every classroom.

Supporting various educational initiatives and much more.

Fall Pledge Extended to October 31st - We Need Your Help!

By joining the PTA and supporting our Fall Pledge, you play a crucial role in shaping the future of our school. Your contributions directly fund essential initiatives like field trips and classroom materials. We've already raised $23,000 of our $45,000 goal, but together, we can achieve so much more. Although we're aiming for 400 members, we currently have 274. Please Join PTA and support our Fall Pledge now! 

Don’t miss out on the fun! Donate for the Fall Pledge Drive, and if your students are Retro Rockers or Cassette Crews, they'll receive an exclusive invitation to our Rad '80s-themed party and will get a fabulous prize!

Get ready for an exciting evening of family fun activities :

  • Show off your creativity in Trunk or Treat competition!
  • Design a Fall-themed spot for great pictures.
  • Bring a delicious baked-goods for the cake walk!
  • Showcase your carving skills in the pumpkin contest.

 Your participation makes all the difference. Please consider lending a helping hand by signing up here.

TURN IRVINE ORANGE - OCT 19

Let's all come together to Paint Irvine Orange in honor of IPSF Giving Day on Thursday, October 19! No matter where you are, whether it's at school, work, or out and about, sport some ORANGE to spotlight the significance of the community's backing for public education. When you make a donation to our Educational Excellence Fund on this special day, the City of Irvine will generously match your contribution, effectively doubling your support for our students and schools!

Alderwood Library Wish List

Are you placing an Amazon order? Take a peek at the Alderwood Library Wish List and include a book in your order. They will be delivered directly to school, a sticker with your child's name will be placed in the cover of the book(s) you purchase, and an owl with your child's name will be added to our Thank You Tree in the library.

Tournament of Champions

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}.

Upcoming Meetings & Events
Thursday, October 19
IPSF Turn Irvine Orange Day
Friday, October 20
Jamba Juice After School
Monday, October 23
Red Ribbon Week
Tuesday, October 24
Red Ribbon Week
Wednesday, October 25
Red Ribbon Week
Thursday, October 26
Red Ribbon Week
Friday, October 27
Red Ribbon Week
5:00p Family Fun Night
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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