Emily Dickinson PTSA 2.8.13

CALENDAR

MESSENGER
 

 FACEBOOK

DIRECTORY

REGISTER FOR

Art Club (grades 3-5) by 3/27

Coding with Roblox (grades 2-5) by 4/12

Coding with Scratch (grades 1-5) by 4/12

 

SHOW SCHOOL SPIRIT

Pre-order the Dickinson Yearbook by 3/31

verify your orders

 

VOLUNTEER

5th Grade Promotion Committee 

Art Walk 4/20

Carnival Committee for 6/9 event

Pacific Science Center Day 3/31

Staff Appreciation Week Committee for 5/1-5/5

Used Book Fair 4/3-4/6

WatchDOGS

Wetlands Week 4/17-4/21

more volunteer opportunities

 

STAY CONNECTED

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ART WALK


MARCH MEETING RECAP

General Membership Meeting RecapThank you to everyone who attended our membership meeting on Thurs, March 16.

We approved our Oct membership meeting minutes, heard from our principal, and elected our nominating committee.  A huge thank you to Justine Bond, Angela Khosa-Marangwanda, and Georgina Seabrook Bulkley for volunteering to serve on this year's Nominating Committee!

Haven't joined Dickinson PTSA yet this year?  Join online now!  As a member, you are under no obligation to attend meetings, volunteer, or serve on committees, although we welcome your participation in any of these ways!


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updated 3/20/2023

Do you have any books, puzzles, or games your family no longer needs?  We're happy to take them off your hands to include in the upcoming Dragon's Lair Used Book Fair (April 3-6)!  Please drop off items in the green plastic bin located outside the main doors starting this week.  Thank you for your donations!

Math Challenge #12 is available HERE and due Fri, March 24.  Please print and return to school.  Students who complete 12 out of 15 challenges are recognized with a personalized medal at the end of the school year.

Update your teacher assignments HERE to help complete our online student directory.

4th graders:  Obtain a FREE pass to federal parks, lands, and waters from Every Kid Outdoors!  Passes must be printed; electronic passes not accepted.  Passes are intended for 4th graders only and valid through August 31, 2023.

Volunteers neededMake sure your volunteer status is up to date!  First time volunteer?  Submit a LWSD Online Volunteer Application for clearance.  Returning volunteer?  Look for a renewal reminder from Raptor.  (Check junk mail for Raptor System.)  Approvals are valid for two full years.

Free & Reduced Meal Benefits:  Applications for the 2022-23 school year are available to complete online (preferred method) through MySchoolApps, or by manually filling out an application found on the district website.  Please file a new application for uninterrupted benefits.  The application takes less than 10 minutes to complete, and parents need to provide just one application per family or household.


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10:00a School Garden: Installing Rain Barrels
School Garden: Installing Rain Barrels

Date:
Sunday, March 19
Time:
10:00a - 12:00p
Where:
school garden

Parents, please sign up HERE to help install 4 rain barrels in the school garden space. Tools and supplies provided but bring work gloves if you have them. We will use sand to level the base, then install pavers and cinderblocks to elevate the rain barrels and secure them to the building. Thank you!
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2:45p Messenger Weekly News
Messenger Weekly News

Date:
Sunday, March 19
Time:
2:45p - 11:59p

SUBSCRIBE for the latest news + events at Dickinson/Explorer.
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Safety Patrol: YELLOW squad
Safety Patrol: YELLOW squad

Date:
Monday, March 20
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4:00p Chess Club
Chess Club

Date:
Monday, March 20
Time:
4:00p - 5:00p
Where:
library
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Lifetouch Class Photo Day
Lifetouch Class Photo Day

Date:
Tuesday, March 21
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6:30p Explorer Parent Meeting
Explorer Parent Meeting

Date:
Tuesday, March 21
Time:
6:30p - 8:00p
Where:
Dickinson library
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Spelling Bee Club
Spelling Bee Club

Date:
Thursday, March 23
Where:
lunch recess
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Math Challenge #12 DUE
Math Challenge #12 DUE

Date:
Friday, March 24
Where:
give to teacher or front office

Math Challenge #12: https://www.mathinaction.org/e-dickinsonexplorer-elementary.html
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Spirit Day: Dress as Your Favorite Character or Animal
Spirit Day: Dress as Your Favorite Character or Animal

Date:
Friday, March 24
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7:00p EMS Theater: Beauty & the Beast
EMS Theater: Beauty & the Beast

Date:
Friday, March 24
Time:
7:00p - 9:00p
Where:
RHS Performing Arts Center

Pre-purchase tickets HERE for $10 each through March 23 or cash only at the door.
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10:00a Explorer Spring Garden Party
Explorer Spring Garden Party

Date:
Saturday, March 25
Time:
10:00a - 12:00p
Where:
Explorer

Calling all budding horticulturists! It's time to unearth your gardening gloves and mark your calendars for that must-attend event, the Explorer Spring Garden Party!

Students and parents alike will roll up their sleeves and keep our school looking fresh, while learning important skills around planting and garden care.

Reminders
-Wear clothes that can get dirty.
-Bring any gardening tools and gloves that you already have.
-Use the bathroom before you come because no bathrooms will be available during the event.

You and your kids will love the snacks, music, and camaraderie at the Spring Garden Party. See you there!
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2:00p EMS Theater: Beauty & the Beast
EMS Theater: Beauty & the Beast

Date:
Saturday, March 25
Time:
2:00p - 4:00p
Where:
RHS Performing Art Center

Pre-purchase tickets HERE for $10 each through March 23 or cash only at the door.
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2:45p Messenger Weekly News
Messenger Weekly News

Date:
Sunday, March 26
Time:
2:45p - 11:59p

The Dickinson Community Messenger is a weekly e-newsletter. Look for it on Sunday afternoons to prep for the school week ahead. SUBSCRIBE for the latest news + events at Dickinson/Explorer.
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Safety Patrol: BLUE squad
Safety Patrol: BLUE squad

Date:
Monday, March 27
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4:00p Chess Club
Chess Club

Date:
Monday, March 27
Time:
4:00p - 5:00p
Where:
library
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2:30p Art Club
Art Club

Date:
Wednesday, March 29
Time:
2:30p - 4:00p

Grades 3-5
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Pacific Science Center Day
Pacific Science Center Day

Date:
Friday, March 31
Where:
Old Gym
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Math Challenge #13
Math Challenge #13

Date:
Friday, March 31

Math Challenge #13: https://www.mathinaction.org/e-dickinsonexplorer-elementary.html
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Yearbook Order DEADLINE
Yearbook Order DEADLINE

Date:
Friday, March 31

Order your yearbook by 11:59pm tonight!
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Spirit Day: Mismatched Day
Spirit Day: Mismatched Day

Date:
Friday, March 31
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Emily Dickinson PTSA    7040  208th Ave NE    Redmond WA 98053    425 936 2530    LWSD

Emily Dickinson PTSA 2.8.13 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  We serve Emily Dickinson Elementary and Explorer Community School on Union Hill in Redmond, WA.  Tax ID # 91-1212455.