Puesta del Sol PTA Fall General Membership Meeting

Join us for the Puesta del Sol PTA Fall General Membership Meeting on Thursday October 17 in the Puesta del Sol PTA Library from 7-9pm. During this meeting, we’ll review and vote on PTA business and discuss upcoming events. Refreshments will be provided. Can’t make it in person? No problem! You can join virtually ( zoom link ). We look forward to seeing you there! Childcare Available We are partnering with Right at School to have childcare available during our general membership meeting. You must register all children you need watched. There is a limited number of spots available. Please ... 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

Help us thank our Teachers & Staff!

To show our appreciation for all they have done throughout this first quarter -the PTA's staff appreciation committee for 2024 will provide a snacks and yogurt bar in the staff lounge on November 25th & 26th. We hope the refreshments will boost our teachers and staff for the two days of back to back conference meetings. Please help us, if possible, by contributing toppings, add ins like fruits or granola as well as to go snacks to our spread! You are welcome to drop off any non-perishable items between now and November 22nd in a bin that will be by ... read full article

Passport Check November 19th Special Itinerary

November 19th passport check is Algeria! November 19th, 1pm - 3:30pm STEAM room ... read full article

Looking for Something New?

Is your kiddo ready for a new challenge? The Educational Enhancement Team is planning the Winter Extracurricular Session! We would love ideas for new classes, local organizations or instructors we could potentially partner with, and feedback about our Fall before and after school classes. Preference is given to Spanish speaking instructors. Instructors must have strong classroom management experience. We are, in particular, looking for a vendor who could run a Homework Club and/or a Math focused class. Please email us at edenhancement@puestadelsolpta.org  with your ideas and feedback. Winter Session will run from January 6th to March 14th. Registration will open ... read full article

Thank you for a Successful Walkathon!

A big thank you to the Walkathon Committee and everyone who volunteered, attended, supported, and helped make this year's walkathon a huge success! We raised nearly $34,000 - a new record! We are starting a Fundraising Committee and would love to have you get involved. If you are interested, please email: fundraising@puestadelsolpta.org . ... read full article

Dining For Dinero

Dining for Dinero is back. Help raise money for our PTA by simply dining at La Chingona Taqueria on 10/30/2024. They will be donating 15% of their entire day's sales. Save time and order ahead at https://order.toasttab.com/online/lachingona-1-bellevue To see their menu go to https://lachingonataqueria.com/bellevue-menu-1   La Chingona Taqueria 29 148th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98007 ... read full article

Newly Added: Advanced Flamenco Class!

Newly Added for Fall! Advanced Flamenco Class will be on Wednesdays, 1:25pm to 2:30pm. If your child is in grade 3 or above and/or has a strong background in dance, this class is a good fit for your student. If your student is new to Flamenco, please register for the Monday afternoon class! More information here: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Page/Programs/Flamenco   ... read full article

Elementary Fall Extracurricular Classes!

Is your elementary student ready for additional learning opportunities? The Fall Extracurricular Session is here to provide fun, exercise, and knowledge for your kiddos! Flamenco ! Get ready to stomp, clap, and sing out "Ole!" We can't wait for all our flamenco-loving students to meet our new instructor, Maestra Cristina, on Monday afternoons from 3:35 - 4:30pm. More information here:  https://puestadelsolpta.org/ Page/Programs/Flamenco Yoga with Teacher Melissa ! New and returning students alike will work on movements, mindfulness, and self-care while having fun on Thursday mornings at 8:00am. More information here:  https://puestadelsolpta.org/ Article/View/51947 GOALS Soccer has returned! Kids will have fun ... read full article

Art Appreciation Orientation

Happy New School Year Everyone! There will be an Art Appreciation orientation on Thursday October 17th from 9:00 to 10:00 am. If you are interested in volunteering in your child’s class this year this is a fun way to get involved. No art degree or experience is necessary. Just a desire to have fun, teach/learn and maybe get a little messy in class. If you’re on the fence please come and learn what it’s all about. Coffee and snacks will be provided. Already know you want to help out? Please email artappreciation@puestadelsolpta.org Thank you Natalie Danielson and Chelsie Nieto ... read full article

Cross-Cultural Events Planning Meeting

Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83283114117?pwd=H9A5UllzK1AjHngNMZBO71yBPGA0Ld.1 Meeting ID: 832 8311 4117 Passcode: 313735 Join us to plan our Fall Cross-Cultural Event on November 2! This special event will explore traditions in our community of harvest and honoring ancestors: Dia de los Muertos and Korean Chuseok. Volunteers are needed to set up displays, prepare food and arts/hands-on activities. All are welcome to join the meeting. If you would like to help but can't attend the meeting, please contact diversity@puestadelsolpta.org . ... read full article

Sign up to share your family culture!

The display cases in the school feature monthly rotation of cultural themes. Families, students or staff can sign up to share their culture, heritage, traditions and more. Please join us in celebrating the many different stories that make up our community! We especially invite Hispanic and Latinx families to sign up for upcoming Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 - October 15. School year sign-up and and more details here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/ go/10C0849ABAA2FA2FEC43- 49962607-oneschool Contact:  diversity@puestadelsolpta.org ... read full article

School Supply List

Please use this link for a suggested supply list by grade. Feel free to drop off supplies during Meet the Teacher day this Thursday or during the first week of school. ... read full article

Back to School Forms are here!

New & Returning Families! It's officially Back to School Season! Please fill out our online PTA Forms as soon as possible. Sign in NOW to complete your Back to School Forms. (Note: creating an account to sign into the PTA website is separate from joining the PTA) Fill out Back to School Forms to: Select the correct size for your student's Free Walk-A-Thon T-Shirt Join or renew your PTA Membership Purchase a yearbook at an early-bird price Sign up for our newsletter Add our PTA Calendar to your personal calendar Enter your current contact info so we can update our PTA ... read full article

Lágrimas & Ánimos

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Tears & Cheers - Coffee & Donuts

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Saving the PTA Event Calendar

Did you know that the PTA website has an events calendar that shows all of the upcoming events? Did you know you can also save this calendar to whatever calendar app you currently use? This is an easy way to keep track of events and fun activities! Instructions on how to do it can be found on the website:  https://puestadelsolpta.org/ Event/ViewElsewhere ... read full article

Summer Park Playdates

Please join your grade/s at summer park playdates! See below for a schedule of grades, dates, times, parks and contact info for any questions about our summer park playdates.   Incoming 2nd Grade 2024-25 (Class of 2035): Wednesday, August 28th, 10am-12pm -  Wilburton Hill Park . Contact:  Carla Incoming 3rd Grade 2024-25 (Class of 2034): Tuesday, August 27th, 1pm-3pm -  Spiritridge Park . Contact:  Suzanna Incoming 5th Grade 2024-25 (Class of 2032): Wednesday, August 28th, 10am-12pm - Wilburton Hill Park . Contact:  Carla ... read full article

Fall Mariners Night

Mariners Day with Puesta del Sol PTA Mariners vs. Athletics Saturday, September 28th, 2024 at 6:40pm at T-Mobile Park We have sections reserved for our group. Order early to make sure you get a seat! $25 per ticket for main level seats.   Order here: https://puestadelsolpta.org/ Packet/MarinersNight Deadline to order is September 11, 2024 Questions? Contact Aly at  familyfun@puestadelsolpta.org *Please note: Tickets will be emailed to the email address associated with your PTA account approximately a week prior to the game *It is our PTA mission to support every child, financial assistance is available for this activity. If interested, please ... read full article