Dolphin Dispatch
Volume 12 - Monday November 8th
Important Dates
November - National American Indian Heritage Month
November 9 - Picture Retake Day
November 9-10 - Bellevue Schools Foundation Fundraiser (See Below)
November 11 - NO SCHOOL (Veteran's Day)
November 15-19 - American Education Week
November 15-19 - Book Fair - VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED!
November 17 - Book Fair In Person Shopping (12:00-3:00)
November 18 - Book Fair In Person Shopping (2:15-5:30)
November 19 - Book Fair In Person Shopping (5:15-8:00)
November 18 - PTA General Membership Meeting (7:00-8:00)
November 25-26 - NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving)
November 28 - Start of Hanukkah
December 6-17 - "Read Around the World" Reading Challenge (Date Change)
Book Fair!!
Membership Drawing!!
Gift Card Drive - Benefits Newport Heights Families
Donate Here!
Hot Beverage Bar and Breakfast! We're asking for family help with the mix-ins for the hot beverages.
Volunteer Opportunities
Membership Goal Status - 29%
Goal: Every NHE student is represented in PTA by at least
one important adult in their lives.Status: Currently 29% of our students are represented. We are 1/4 of the way there!
There is NO obligation or expectation to volunteer or attend meetings. (But we do LOVE to meet members and find fun opportunities for those that want to help!)
Membership assistance is available. We do not want funds to stand in the way of those that want to join. Please email president@nhe-pta.org to request a confidential scholarship.
Fundraiser Goal Status - 31%
Status: We are 31% of the way to our goal.
And remember to ask your employers about their Corporate Match Plan. Many local employers will match the donation you make up to 100%!
Every dollar contributed to our Pass the Hat fundraiser goes directly to support the programs offered by the PTA. A donation of $100 covers our spending per student, but any amount is appreciated. Every dollar counts!
We are a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization. All donations are 100% tax deductible. Our Tax ID number is 91-1208399.
COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids
This week, Pfizer’s COVID vaccine was authorized for children ages 5-11.
Here are two resources for the COVID pediatric vaccine:
https://bsd405.org/2021/11/covid-19-vaccine-clinic-bsd-students-november-2021/
https://vaccinelocator.doh.wa.gov/
From Nurse Cori: As always, PLEASE keep children who have symptoms home. This includes: Runny nose/congestion, nausea/vomiting/diarrhea, headache, fatigue, sore throat, fever/chills, shortness of breath/difficulty breathing, muscle/body aches, new loss of taste/smell, and cough.
COVID-19 TESTING CONSENT
Testing may only occur with parent consent. To participate you must opt-in for the COVID-19 testing by completing this COVID Testing Consent form.
BSF Click-A-Thon
The mission of the Bellevue Schools Foundation is to promote and fund the best possible learning opportunities for ALL Students in Bellevue’s public schools. Help the BSF launch the 2021—2022 school year by participating in their annual fundraising drive.
Your donation - in any amount – supports mental health, early learning, computer science & STEM, arts and innovation, National Certification for teachers, equity and inclusion, and mentoring.
Donations of $100 or more will be matched at 100% up to $31,000.
See how funds have benefited Newport Heights
Newport Heights PTA
Newport Heights PTA is a volunteer-powered association of NHE families, staff, and community supporters, who act collectively on behalf of our children.
Our mission is to make every NHE student's potential a reality by promoting partnerships between home, school and community, engaging and empowering families and supporters to advocate for all children.
Email: communications@nhe-pta.org
Website: https://nhe-pta.org
Location: 5225 119th Avenue Southeast, Bellevue, WA, USA
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewportHeightsPTA/