Ruby Bridges PTSA Newsletter
Issue 34 - March 2024
Upcoming Events
Spelling Bee Tonight!
This is NOT a drop-off event. Parents need to be present with your students. Please do not let your student stay back at school at dismissal. Parents need to pick up their students and bring them for the event.
Please enter through the main school door. The doors will be locked at 5pm.
Friday, Mar 1, 2024, 05:00 PM
Ruby Bridges Elementary School, 49th Drive Southeast, Woodinville, WA, USA
Spelling Bee
Join us tonight and support the River Otters participating in the Spelling Bee this year!
NOTE: This is NOT a drop-off event. Parents need to be present with your students. Please do not let your student stay back at school at dismissal. Parents need to pick up their students and bring them for the event.
When: Friday, March 1, 2024 @ 5pm in the School gym
Who: Grades 2 - 5
Please arrive at the school gym by 4.45pm on March 1, 2024. Email us at rbspellingbee@gmail.com for any questions!
Dine at Menchies and support your PTSA!
Support your PTSA by dining at Menchies on March 13, 2024
20% of your bill supports the PTSA!
Spread the word and share this with friends and family
Note: Must show the flyer at the time of purchase or enter the fundraiser code found in the flyer for online orders.
Bingo Night - Two week to go! March 15!
Be sure to Register Now to attend here - we need to make sure we have enough bingo games and supplies for everyone that is attending - click the link to pre pay for your Bingo boards.
Now collecting BINGO prize and raffle donations! Please see below for each grade level theme. Feel free to contribute your own items /or/ shop the Amazon wishlist for your grade level to get ideas. Amazon wishlists can be mailed to your home or to the default address included in the wishlist.
Families and students may also bring donations to school as a collection box will be available in the office. Thanks for helping make our second annual BINGO Night a success!
Grade Level Themes & Wishlists
Kindergarten - ARTS AND CRAFTS
1st Grade - MOVIE NIGHT
2nd Grade - STEM
3rd Grade - BACKYARD/OUTDOOR FUN
4th Grade - SPORTS
5th Grade - BAKING/COOKING
RBE PTSA General Membership meeting - March
Tuesday, Mar 26, 2024, 06:30 PM
Ruby Bridges Elementary School, 49th Drive Southeast, Woodinville, WA, USA
Sport events - Save the date!
Ruby Bridges PTSA day at Seattle Mariners
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Ruby Bridges PTSA day at Seattle Reign
Sunday, May 19th
Programs for 2024-2025 School Year
Help shape the PTSA events for the next school year! Survey responses will help determine the programs and events PTSA will run next year, so please share your feedback asap!
Science Fair
Friday, May 3, 2024 from 6pm - 7.30pm
Registration is now closed
More details on our website.
Interested in volunteering? Sign up here! https://shorturl.at/gquv9
Math Challenge
MC11 - Begins today, March 1! Submit here
Solutions for MC11 will be available via the website on March 13
MC10 Update
16 submissions! Grades 1, 3 & 4 are in the lead with 4 submissions each.
Way to go River Otters!
Refer to the Schedule Calendar for dates on when the challenges and their solutions will be available on the PTSA website. Email us at RubyBridgesPTSAMathChallenge@gmail.com for any questions!
Art Docent
Thank you for being involved!
Whether you are an art docent or not, if you are interested in joining our social community to share ideas, join us @Create Art- Elementary on Instagram and Facebook.
For those who would like to help donate some supplies, our art supply closet still needs some items. We’d love help fulfilling this wishlist! Donate Art Supplies - WISHLIST
Have questions? Email RubyBridgesPTSACommunity@gmail.com
Teacher & Staff Appreciation & Wish Lists
School News
Support the Ruby Bridges Elementary PTSA
Pass the Hat
Support the PTSA by donating and remember to corporate match your donations if your employers provides this option! We have received over $1984.65 so far!
Donate!
Your generous donations help us fund essential programs and initiatives that directly impact our children's education and well-being. By donating to the PTA, you're not just contributing to the school; you're investing in your child's future and the future of our entire school community.
OR
Drop a check at the school office for PTA. Checks should be made to 'Ruby Bridges Elementary PTSA'.
Maximize your Impact
Many companies offer corporate matching programs, whereby they match the donations (some provide 100% match!) and volunteer hours made by their employees to eligible nonprofit organizations like our PTSA. Simply go to your employers portal, search for Ruby Bridges Elementary PTSA and donate! Donations to Ruby Bridges PTSA are 100% tax deductible.
Fundraising Update
Thank you to all the community members who have helped raise the funds below so far and show your support for the PTSA!
Volunteer!
Volunteer for one event or all year long! We have several open board positions open so if you're interested, please reach out to us!
- Nomination Committee. View details.
- Teacher & Staff Appreciation Chairs
- Fundraising Chairs
- Mariners / Sports Team event Chairs
- Reflections Chairs (2024-2025)
- Fall Block Party (for 2024 Fall event)
- Dance-a-thon Chairs (2024-2025)
- and more!
Have new program ideas? Email the PTSA board rubybridgesptsa@gmail.com!
Become a PTSA Member!
Ruby Bridges Elementary School’s PTSA supports vital academic needs, is an active voice on decisions that impact your child’s health, safety and quality of education, and builds a stronger, more inclusive school community.
Join PTSA for your child because increasing our membership, even by one, makes it possible to provide important educational resources, speak up on important issues and create a stronger school community. We invite you to join because we can do more together than apart!
Take advantage of the discounts you get for being a member of the WA State PTA such as:
- Set up an account with TicketsatWork to receive 20% to 70% off on movies, hotels, shows, concerts, sporting events, theme parks and more.
- Save up to 30% on car rentals through Avis or Budget.
- Save 30% on bookings at Great Wolf Lodge.
- And more!
2023-2024 Ruby Bridges Elementary PTSA Board Members
Executive Board
Co-Presidents - Adrienne Anderson & Jennifer Herrman
Vice President - Sylvia Bagley
Treasurer - Alex Crane
Secretary - Andy McCoy
Board of Directors
Membership Chair - Kortney McCathern
Communications Chair - Ekta C
Art Docent Chair - Jamie McCoy
Fall Family Block Party Chair - Jamie McCoy
Book Fair Chairs - Jane Chou & Emily Cross
HiCap Parent Council Representative - Nikhat Rasheed
School Supply Pre Order - Ekta C
Northshore Schools Foundation Ambassador - Jennifer Herrman
Summer Play Date Chairs - An Than-Trong & Sarah Gennrich
Math Challenge - Ekta C & An Than-Trong
STEM/ Science Fair - Sarah Gennrich & An Than-Trong
Science Fair Fundraising - Curtis Lu
Spelling Bee - Archana Balachandran & Sreedhar Ande
Bingo Night Chairs - Kortney McCathern & Carisa McCracken
Emergency Preparedness - Loveen Bains
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Mailing Address
Ruby Bridges PTSA, PO Box 14873, Mill Creek, WA 98082
Helpful Resources
School
- Ruby Bridges Elementary School Website
- Address: 20510 49th Dr SE, Woodinville, WA 98072
- Bus Stop Information
- Menus & Nutrition (Food Services)
Northshore School District
Join the Facebook groups
- NSD Ruby Bridges Class of 2031 - (Current 5th graders)
- Ruby Bridges NSD Class of 2032 - (Current 4th graders)
- NSD Ruby Bridges Class of 2033 - (Current 3rd graders)
- Ruby Bridges NSD Class of 2034 - (Current 2nd graders)
- Ruby Bridges NSD Class of 2035 - (Current 1st graders)
- Ruby Bridges NSD Class of 2036 - (Current Kindergarten)
Community Bulletin Board
- Mar. 5 E-Prep Chair Meeting | 11am | Online
- Mar. 10 - Day Light Savings - Turn your clocks ONE hour forward
- Mar. 11 NSD School Board Meeting | 4pm | NSD Administration Building
- Mar. 14 Northshore Council Reflections Art Reception | Brightwater Center
- Mar. 14 Awards of Excellence Applications Deadline
- Mar. 14 Membership Award Applications Deadline
- March 21 The deadline for the last classroom grant cycle of the school year. Classroom grants serve as the catalyst for educational magic! They're the spark that ignites innovative projects, technological advancements, and creative initiatives. With your support, we can award up to $1000 for elementary school grants and up to $2000 for secondary schools, empowering educators to turn their visionary ideas into reality. Please contact Kim Rickelton, Grant Services Manager at kim@nsdfoundation.org if you have any questions about grants. https://www.northshoreschoolsfoundation.org/request-support/
- March 30: 7pm Northshore Schools Foundation presents 'ABBA is All In for Kids!' - Join us at our 2024 fundraiser. Tickets on sale now!
These events are not affiliated or endorsed by Ruby Bridges Elementary PTSA. Would you like to share or see community events in the Ruby Bridge PTSA newsletter? Email RubyBridgesPTSACommunications@gmail.com.
Advocacy - Take Action – Address Critical Gaps in Education Funding
We need your voice…and it only takes a few minutes! https://bit.ly/3S3RXCs
Our Washington state legislature is currently grappling with tough funding choices. There are critical funding gaps related to services for certain student populations, drops in enrollment, and core district functions that must be addressed. Let’s make sure our legislators hear the parent voice so that we can support ALL students. Please take just a few minutes to advocate for kids! Ask legislators to consider all possible options to stabilize school funding!
Elementary Art 4 NSD
Thank you Nicole Dibble for sharing updates during our General Membership meeting! Here are some resources from her if you're interested in learning more and signing the Statement of Support
- Statement of Support Google Form
- More info on Northshore Council website
"I love the Northshore Schools Foundation because..." Campaign
For the Love of Education campaign is here to honor remarkable educators who go above and beyond every day. Join us in celebrating their dedication and passion for shaping young minds by making a contribution to classroom grants.
Your donation in honor of a Northshore Educator will be directed to a special fund set aside for future classroom grants awarded to that school.If you or an educator from your school would like to contribute a thoughtful quote, we welcome your participation. Please submit quotes to Kim Rickelton, kim@nsdfoundation.org
Woodinville Chamber Dinner & Auction Event
The Woodinville Chamber is hosting a Dinner and Auction event on March 2, from 5:30-10 pm at Liljebeck Farms that will benefit the Northshore Schools Foundation's Removing Barriers Fund. To find out more about the event and purchase tickets, click here.