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  NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS    

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Lost & Found

There are a lot of items in the Lost & Found!

           

 

 Parents please stop by the Lost & Found (just inside the front doors to the building) to gather your children's lost belongings. 

Items left lingering too long will be donated.
Thank you 

 

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 4th and 5th Grade Adult & Me Book Clubs!

"Bibliophiles" & "Page Turners"

 

These book clubs are open to any 4th or 5th grader and an accompanying adult
(does not necessarily have to be a parent).

 

It’s a fun and special reading experience to have together!

 

Meetings are
6:30 – 7:30 PM

one Thursday a month in the Woodridge Library

 

For more information including meeting dates and which book each club is reading, click HERE

 

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Woodridge Elementary School PTSA's
Trunk or Treat

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 

 

Woodridge Elementary PTSA's 2nd annual TRUNK or TREAT!

Friday, Oct. 25th from 6-8PM in the "teacher" parking lot.

Note: only trunk volunteers can park onsite

Students should wear their favorite costume and bring a container to collect a treat from each trunk. It will be dark, so glow lights and flashlights may be useful!

Parents should remain onsite.

 

Interested in Volunteering or want to Decorate a Trunk?  Click HERE.

 

Questions?  Email our Programs Chair 

 

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Vision and Hearing Screenings
Volunteers Needed

 

 

Volunteers are needed for the Vision and Hearing Screenings for Woodridge students in K, 1, 2, 3, 5.

 

Nurse Natallia Kasmachova and Nurse Karen Ruby are looking for 12 volunteers to help on
October 24st, 2024 from 8:30am - 12:30pm.

 

No experience necessary.

 

These screenings are vital in ensuring that all students have equal access to learning by identifying any potential hearing issues early on.

 

If interested, please sign up HERE.

 

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👂 Additionally, if you are able to help in a larger capacity, the school district is seeking to train parents to help administer the hearing screenings.  If you would like more information about this opportunity, click HERE. 👂 

 

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Makerspace Wishlist

 

 

 

Our Woodridge Makerspace could use some new items for the kids to use to make their amazing creations!

Please check out our Wish List!

 

Amazon Wish List

 

Please drop off items at the school's front office.

 

Thank you so much for making Makerspace magnificent!!

 

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Small Hands on Art

Howard and Amy McOmber and Small Hands on Art presents:

The Greatest Showman

 

Rehearsal Dates:  November 7, 14, 21, December 5

Time:   3:30- 4:30 p.m.

Location:  Meet at Woodridge at  drinking fountain in front entrance.

Recital:  December 5 at 4:30 p.m.   Students come at normal time for provided costumes.

Cost: $ 145.00  checks payable to Small Hands on Art

?s  Call 425- 313- 9431

 

Small Hands on Art is a not-for-profit organization that believes in providing arts education to students.  Small Hands on art does not discriminate on any basis.

 

To print Application Form, click HERE.

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Magic Class

 

 

Get excited for Woodridge first ever Magic class by Seattle Magic Academy!

Fridays (October 18 – December 20) (no class November 29)
For students from 1st to 5th
3:35-5:05PM
$304 for 9 weeks of fun!

 

Register HERE!

 

 

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Reflections Art Contest

 

 

We are now accepting submissions for the prestigious Reflections Art Contest, presented by the National PTA. To participate, download the entry form, and upload your art to the links below. The submission deadline is November 22.

Download Entry Form: https://shorturl.at/MjVo5

Upload your submissions: https://shorturl.at/Ie09B

 

 

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Math Kangaroo registration is open!*

(*for Woodridge Elementary School Students)

 

 

Math Kangaroo is a fun individual math competition. Over 44,000 students participated in the 2024 competition in the U.S.

If you are new to Math Kangaroo, you can learn more and view sample questions on the Math Kangaroo website (https://mathkangaroo.org/).

The 2025 competition will take place at Woodridge on the evening of Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 7:00 to 8:15 PM. You must register in advance and arrive in the cafeteria at 6:45 PM to check in.

To register:
1. Log into the Math Kangaroo website or establish your user account if you are new.
2. Click on the tab By Invitation.
3. Copy and paste this code in the field Invitation Code: MK2025@WOODRIDGE

Registration fee: $18 until Dec 31. Late Registration (Jan 1 - 31): $35.
Math Kangaroo has lowered the registration fee without providing a t-shirt starting this year. Each participant will still receive a small souvenir!

Families facing financial hardship can apply for support by contacting the Math Kangaroo Office at info@mathkangaroo.org with appropriate documentation.

Questions? Contact the parent volunteers at woodridgemathclub@gmail.com

 

Hosted by PTSA - Not an official BSD event

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 Ski Swap

 

 

Get Ready for the 38th Annual Newport High School Ski Swap! 

Mark Your Calendar: November 9-10

Join us at the largest ski swap in the greater Seattle area! Whether you’re a seasoned skier or a snowboarding newbie, this event is a must-attend. Here’s why:

1. Massive Selection: With over 20,000 square feet of gym space, we’ve curated 10,000+ new and used ski and snowboard items.
2. Got gear to sell? Register gear online at www.NewportSkiSwap.com and drop off items on Nov 8 or 9 (See website for hours). Sellers get 75% of sale price, and 25% goes to support Newport PTSA.
3. Discover New Gear: Our ski vendors are bringing truckloads of fresh equipment.

Whether you’re upgrading your gear or just starting out, you’ll find something perfect for your winter adventures.  Don’t miss your chance to score incredible deals!  See you on Nov.9-10!  For more info: https://www.newportskiswap.com/

 

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Need Head Coach for Let Me Run

 

We are looking for a head coach for Let Me Run, a program for boys in 3rd to 5th grade, a tradition in Woodridge. The kids have enjoyed it in the past.
This year we still need a parent volunteer as head coach for the program to continue. If you are interested, please email Jen: jens@letmerun.org

 

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Let Girls Run - Coordinator
Parent Volunteer Needed

 

Let girls run coordinator/ parent volunteer needed. If you are interested in starting a Let Girls Run program in Woodridge, please email Sofia at: sofia@girlsrun.org
 

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Hogwarts STEM Camp

 

 

Looking for a fun and educational day for your child on Monday, November 11th (Veteran's Day)? Wise Camps is hosting a Hogwarts-themed STEAM camp for students ages 4-12 with lunch included. Limited spots available. Register at www.wisecamps.org. Cost is $150.

 

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