Welcome to the 2024-25 school year

¡Bienvenidos!   Welcome to the 2024-25 school year! Hola Familias de los Fénices!  As your Co-Presidents for 2024-2025, we are honored to pen this year’s greeting and welcome you to a new school year! We are so excited to continue another year together at Puesta del Sol, one of the oldest Spanish language programs in the nation!  Thank you for taking the time to fill out your Back to School Forms and seek ways to connect with our PTA.Throughout this summer, at park playdates, planning sessions, or alumni get togethers, we have been reminded of just how special, dynamic, and ... read full article

Passport Check February 25th Special Itinerary

February 25th Passport Check is India ... read full article

January 28th Passport Club Signup Genius

Passport Check Days are fast-paced and fun-filled and a great way to volunteer at school. As a checker you'll have the opportunity to work with students from first to fifth grade quizzing them on their geography knowledge. Our volunteers take turns bringing snacks for the teachers and volunteers. Please indicate in the comments section if you need to come late or leave early or are a first time checker. If you sign-up for a slot and can't come to check, please take yourself off the sign-up or let us know at passport@puestadelsolpta.org . Thanks! SIGN UP HERE!   ... read full article

Passport Check January 28th Special Itinerary

January Passport Check is China! ... read full article

Letter from the Board on the District's Budget

Dear Puesta del Sol Families, Teachers, and Staff, On November 14th Bellevue School District’s Superintendent, Dr. Kelly Aramaki, dedicated his blog post to our district’s budget. While many of us are aware of the larger financial hurdles our district has faced in recent years, much of what was outlined in Dr. Aramaki’s post, and in the November 14th School Board meeting was unexpected and sobering news. What the full-extent of BSD budget cuts will mean and how it will impact our school remains to be determined. Based on the discussions in recent weeks with district leadership, the Puesta del Sol ... read full article

PTA Sponsored Classes for Winter!

Register for Winter PTA Before & After School Classes! It's time for a new session of amazing extracurricular classes! Registration opens on December 17th for PTA Members, and December 20th for all Puesta del Sol students. Active PTA members will be sent a registration link by email on Monday, the 16th. Classes will run from January 6th to March 14th. Space in each class is available on a first-come, first-served basis. All classes will be closed to new students after January 10th. Program details, cost, and more information can be found on our Program webpage . Become a PTA Member ... read full article

December 17th Passport Club Signup Genius

Passport Check Days are fast-paced and fun-filled and a great way to volunteer at school. As a checker you'll have the opportunity to work with students from first to fifth grade quizzing them on their geography knowledge. Our volunteers take turns bringing snacks for the teachers and volunteers. Please indicate in the comments section if you need to come late or leave early or are a first time checker. If you sign-up for a slot and can't come to check, please take yourself off the sign-up or let us know at passport@puestadelsolpta.org . Thanks! SIGN UP HERE! ... read full article

Passport Check December 17th Special Itinerary

December 17th passport check is Switzerland! ... read full article

Community Feedback

As we finish up the first three months of the school year, our PTA would value feedback from our community. Please take a quick 5-10 minutes to fill out this community survey provided from the National PTA to help us gauge how the Puesta del Sol PTA is connecting and engaging with you as a member of our community. Please follow the below links to fill out the survey in either English or Spanish. We ask all feedback to be submitted no later than November 29th 2024. English: https://forms.gle/4oFmLiWX2t2x5PWDA   Spanish: https://forms.gle/Thce5xDM8oHWrRPN8   Al terminar los primeros tres meses del ... read full article

Join the Cross-Cultural Planning Committee

The next student-led Cross-Cultural Event will take place after winter break. We will feature traditions of festivals of light, Diwali and Hanukkah. We need adult volunteers to help with the student club and plan the event. Contact diversity@puestadelsolpta.org to be involved. All levels of commitment are welcome! ... read full article

Urgent!! Passport Checkers Needed!!

Urgent!! We need passport checkers for Novembers check. Please come help. Fun way to help sooooo many kids. Plus you’re in good company and there’s yummy snacks. We need at least 7 more volunteers or sadly we will have to cancel this month. ... read full article

Join us for November Principal Coffee

November Principal Coffee Please join Principal Danelle Edwards and Special Guest Gita McIntyre from Bellevue School District on Friday November 15th in the STEAM room from 9:15am-10:15am as we discuss Multi-Tier Support Systems and how to navigate together to build a successful school year. Coffee will be on hand and online access to the event will be made available closer to the event (technological support/volunteer availability permitting) Friday, November 15 9:15-10:15am  STEAM Room ... read full article

November 19th Passport Club Signup

Passport Check Days are fast-paced and fun-filled and a great way to volunteer at school. As a checker you'll have the opportunity to work with students from first to fifth grade quizzing them on their geography knowledge. Our volunteers take turns bringing snacks for the teachers and volunteers. Please indicate in the comments section if you need to come late or leave early or are a first time checker. If you sign-up for a slot and can't come to check, please take yourself off the sign-up or let us know at passport@puestadelsolpta.org . Thanks! Sign Up HERE! ... read full article

Early Bird Pricing for Yearbook Ends Soon!

If you haven't yet ordered yearbook(s) for your students, now is the time! Yearbooks are available for order on the PTA website at the Early Bird price of $27 now through November 21: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Packet/Yearbook/ProductsPacketPage/1   (Regular price will be $32) If you are unsure if you ordered for this year, check your PTA account here: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Account/Summary   Financial Aid is available for yearbook orders! Quick and confidential form families in need here: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Page/BasicSchoolInfo/FamiliesinNeed   ... read full article

Pumpkin Bash

Friday October 25th  6:00-8:00pm (Pre K 5:45) Puesta Del Sol Gym Bring the whole family to PTA’s Annual Fall Pumpkin Bash! Our annual Pumpkin Bash will feature a Trunk or Treat, Games, Food, Dance Party and more! We NEED your help! Please sign up below to volunteer or bring an item. Volunteer/Treats - Sign up   Trunk or Treat - Sign up   More Info ... read full article

Passport Club Signup Genius

Passport Check Days are fast-paced and fun-filled and a great way to volunteer at school. As a checker you'll have the opportunity to work with students from first to fifth grade quizzing them on their geography knowledge. Our volunteers take turns bringing snacks for the teachers and volunteers. Please indicate in the comments section if you need to come late or leave early or are a first time checker. If you sign-up for a slot and can't come to check, please take yourself off the sign-up or let us know at passport@puestadelsolpta.org . Thanks! Sign Up Here! ... read full article

Dia de los Muertos & Chuseok

Learn about and celebrate Dia de los Muertos and Chuseok (Korean Harvest Festival). Student-led presentations, cultural displays, crafts and snacks will showcase the similar and unique traditions in our community. All are welcome! This is not a drop-off event. Students must be accompanied by an adult. Please RSVP here:  https://forms.gle/ w1GFdtgNNMkUj5GU7 This event is part of City of Bellevue's Cross-Cultural Center without Walls. ... read full article

Annual Fall Pumpkin Bash

You are invited to the PTA's Annual Fall Pumpkin Bash, a fun family event at Puesta del Sol Elementary! Bring the whole family to PTA’s Annual Fall Pumpkin Bash next Friday, 10/25!  Fall is here and with it… all things pumpkin and fun! Our annual Pumpkin Bash will feature a Trunk or Treat, Games and a Dance Party!  So put on your costumes, decorate your trunks (and tents!), and bring your best dance moves to Puesta del Sol’s gym & back staff parking lot from 6-8pm on Friday, October 25th!   Admission to this event is free. Food and treats will ... read full article

Standing Rules Committee

We are looking for volunteers to help with the review of our standing rules. If you have an attention to detail we would appreciate your help in this committee. The time commitment will only be two weeks and most meetings can be virtual/hybrid. Please reach out to president@puestadelsolpta.org if you have an interest in joining this project. ... read full article

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Fiesta del Maiz: Puesta del Sol Family Meet-Up

Fiesta Del Maíz! Family Celebration and Learning Opportunity! Meet up with members of your Puesta del Sol community as we learn about Maíz! This new local festival will honor and celebrate maíz (corn) and Mesoamerican Indigenous cultures. The festival creator is a proud Puesta del Sol Dad! Please look for other Puesta del Sol families near the carousel at the playground at noon. Families are very welcome to attend for the length of time that works for them, but we highly recommend that you stay long enough to watch Danza Azteca, a local indigenous dance company. They performed last year ... read full article

Fifth Grade Events Committee!

Our 5th Grade students at Puesta del Sol have finally reached this milestone year! To celebrate their last year at Puesta del Sol, the Fifth Grade Events Committee (5GE) is looking for parents to serve as committee members to help raise funds and plan out their final year as elementary school students. Some of the highlights include: Graduation, Teacher and Staff Tea, Class Legacy Gift, Fundraisers/Donation Drives, and more! If you are interested in joining or just learning more, please reach out to Julie and Rochelle at Events@puestadelsolpta.org   with subject line 5th Grade Events! ... read full article

Join the Pumpkin Bash Committee

Do you like to party plan? Decorate? Are you crafty, or perhaps a lover of spreadsheets? Maybe you are none of these but just looking to meet more Puesta del Sol parents while you help out for an upcoming event? See if this pumpkin bash planning committee is for you! Our Pumpkin Bash committee is gearing up to plan our annual celebration-and we would love to have you join us! Please scan the QR code or email Julie and Rochelle at Events@puestadelsolpta.org   ... read full article

Walkathon 2024

Get Ready for Our Annual Walkathon on September 27th!   Mark your calendar for the annual Puesta del Sol Walkathon, happening on Friday, September 27th at 3:30pm! This is a great way to support the school while having lots of FUN. Students will walk and run to raise funds for this year’s programs and activities. For more information, please visit the event page .   ... read full article

First Passport Check!

First Passport Check Day - Tuesday, September 24th from 12:30 to 3:30 We need checkers!! We can train you on the fly. No experience needed. Have fun learning geography along with the students. Signup HERE ... read full article

Membership Drive

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Ice Cream Social

Help us kick off the new school year in a sweet way! Drop in for our annual ice cream social and get to know your school community! Information on programs & events offered this year will be available as well as help for back-to-school forms! This is a free event with plenty of ice cream for everyone. We highly encourage everyone to come. If you have any questions, or if you are interested in helping with set up and clean up for this event, please reach out to events@puestadelsolpta.org   ... read full article

Passport Club Kick Off Party!

ALL THINGS PASSPORT CLUB!! Passport Club Kick-Off Party - Tuesday September 10th at 10:00am in the STEAM Rm. Please join us for our annual work party! Special shout out to our first timers, first grade parents!! This will be Passport Clubs 26th year. We need your help to make it a success. We’re going to be labeling, collating, stapling and organizing the Passport materials for our 1st graders and all new students and teachers. It will be fun to meet new parents and catch up with old friends. Yummy snacks and beverages will be provided too! If you’re at school ... read full article

Yoga Kids (Winter Session)

Teaching mindfulness, movement and self-care practices, one breath at a time. Join fellow Puesta del Sol parent, Teacher Melissa, for a fun and engaging series that will teach your child yoga and mindfulness practices through songs, games, and stories. Each weekly practice will include deep breathing, sun salutations, a variety of accessible postures, a peaceful meditation and gratitude circle. Your kids will learn about the importance of self care and the many benefits of a regular yoga and meditation practice.This class promotes focus, improved posture, builds strength and flexibility, provides tools to calm the mind and body, improve self-control, increase ... read full article