Whitman Family Newsletter
May 24, 2023
Updates
Hello Families!
We have so many fun events coming up at the end of the school year! (Please see below for information!) We hope you will be able to join us for some of them!
Sincerely,
Ms. Thompson
Upcoming Events
May 26th: Talent & Art Show

Whitman Visual Arts and Talent Show
Friday, May 26th, 1:30-3pm
7326 Southeast Flavel Street
Portland, OR
June 3rd: Lewis Elementary Kids' Pride

Lewis Elementary Kids' Pride
Saturday, June 3rd, 10am
4401 Southeast Evergreen Street
Portland, OR
June 7th: Family Picnic
Family Picnic
Wednesday, June 7th, 12-2pm
7326 Southeast Flavel Street
Portland, OR
June 9th: PTA Family Dance
PTA Family Dance
Friday, June 9th, 6-8pm
7326 Southeast Flavel Street
Portland, OR
June 14th: 5th Grade Promotion

5th Grade Promotion
Wednesday, June 14th, 1:30-2pm
7326 Southeast Flavel Street
Portland, OR
Programs
Summer Acceleration Academy (SAA)
We are so excited that many of our students who need additional support in grade level reading and math learning will have the opportunity to participate in Summer Acceleration Academy this summer from July 10 - August 4, 2023 from 8am - 12pm with optional afternoon programming until 5:30pm through SUN or RESJ partners. Students from Whitman Elementary will be attending SAA at the Woodmere Elementary hub site.
Invitations for Summer Acceleration Academy are based on mid-year assessments identifying students who need support reaching grade level reading and math during this four week program. Families of students who are invited to participate in Summer Acceleration Academy will receive invitations to enroll online or through the school office by calling or returning a paper form that will be sent home in backpacks.
We feel this is an important opportunity for your student and understand that you may have other students in your house who need summer activities who do not meet the criteria for SAA. The RESJ department will be offering summer activities at many of the SAA sites. Stay tuned for enrollment information that will be coming soon.
Join the PTA today!
1. Families Benefit — We use our funds for
events for students and families to take part
in shared experiences together.
2. The School Benefits — We also provide
Teacher Grants and donate to SUN.
3. Make Connections — Let your voice be
heard as we decide how to best provide
resources for the Whitman Community!
You can find this information and more about the
organization at http://facebook.com/ftwpta or email
us at: president@ptawhitman.org