Check out this great video of our Assistant Principal, Aishla Acevedo as she tries to register her puppies and asks her Grandma to donate to Walkathon! If you or your students have friends or family that would like to donate to Walkathon, please use this link: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Packet/WalkathonUser
Join other parents and caregivers to meet our staff and administration, learn about your child's classroom experience, and build community.
Schedule:
Please remember to park in designated spots, use the nearby church parking lot, and refrain from parking along 151st street. If you are using street parking in the surrounding neighborhoods, please park legally and do not block driveways. Check Puesta Parking page for more information
Celebrate Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month
Puesta del Sol students and staff kicked off this Hispanic Latinx Heritage month with a special assembly featuring Danza Azteca on Friday, September 15. From September 15 to October 15 (and throughout the whole year!) we celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
This month, Puesta del Sol students are learning and practicing the standard of “I show respect” in lessons connected with the book En Realidad, es Jeferson/Yefferson, Actually by Katherine Trejo.
It is a story about a young El Salvadoran boy who, with the support of his family, finds the courage to correct everyone that says his name wrong.
Please join our community in the campaign “#IKnowMyFullName / #YoSéMiNombreCompleto” by sharing about your name(s) this Flipgrid! Please note, you must use your students’ Microsoft account to log in.
Please join us for the October PTA General Membership Meeting in the Puesta del Sol Library!
Date: October 11th 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Puesta Library
All are welcome, though you will need a current PTA Membership to vote. Meeting be from 7:00pm to 8:00pm, directly following the SEL Parent Discussion--please try to come to both events! If you would like to pre-submit questions or discussion items for the Agenda, please email [email protected] . Impromptu questions will be answered as time allows at the end of the meeting. Childcare will be offered, details to be confirmed soon
Date: October 11 6:00-6:45pm (RSVP by email)
Location: Puesta Library
Please join your Puesta del Sol PTA and Bellevue School District leader, Randi Peterson, for an evening discussion about Student Well-Being. Randi is our district Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum Developer and she will be talking not only about the SEL curriculum we use at Puesta del Sol, but will be providing resources and links to help you grow and develop your parenting skills. She has years of experience and she brings with her a passion for children's health and a creative mind ready to help find solutions. Our PTA hopes this group discussion to be one of the first of several this year as we grow our community with compassion.
Please let us know if you can join us on Wednesday, October 11th from 6:00pm - 6:45p! RSVP by emailing [email protected] . We will be meeting in the PdS Library. Childcare will be provided, details to be announced soon.
$27 per ticket (+processing fees)
*Part of the ticket price will benefit Puesta del Sol PTA
To purchase tickets, please visit: https://fevo.me/puestadelsolpta
Come celebrate Megan Rapinoe's storied career and see Rose Lavelle, Jess Fishlock, Sofia Huerta, Alana Cook, and the entire OL Reign team make Lumen Field a fortress and bring another Championship home to Seattle!
We have a group of reserved seats in section 239. Purchase early before they sell out!
Due to Megan Rapinoe's retirement celebration, tickets are expected to go fast! We may be able to get more after the reserved tickets are sold but it depends on what is left.
Tickets are non-refundable and must be purchased through the website above.
*It is our PTA mission to support every child, financial assistance is available for this activity. If interested, please see our Financial Aid Form.
Questions? Contact Aly at [email protected]
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When: Tuesday, October 24th @ 9:15AM
In Person or Virtual: Puesta del Sol in the STE(A)M room and virtual meeting option at 7pm (link will be sent to volunteers).
Who is feeling crafty?? We are looking for two Art Appreciation volunteers for every K-5 classroom. This is often the favorite volunteer opportunity for parents! It is a special way to be involved in the classroom each month and the students get SO excited for Art Appreciation days. Volunteers help plan and teach a monthly art lesson in their child's class. We encourage people to team up with other parents. Interested? Sign-up with your child's classroom teacher during curriculum night and email artappreciation@
On Tuesday, October 24th, we will have a volunteer meeting to go over supplies, lesson ideas, budget and volunteer guidelines. There will be a 9:15am in-person meeting in the STE(A)M room at the school and a virtual meeting option that evening at 7pm. We are hoping to have all volunteer spots filled prior to the meeting, so sign up now!
Welcome to our newest PTA Board Members, Jackie Zawalski and Alice Kim! Alice and Jackie will be joining Stephanie Parkins as Co-Directors for Ed Enhancement.
Alice will be helping with in-school Ed Enhancement Programs like Passport, Spanish Immersion Through the Arts, the Amity Program, and Art Appreciation.
Jackie will be taking the lead on Before and After School Programs like Drama Kids, Fiesta Latina, GOALS Soccer, and more.
Stephanie will be working behind the scenes to assist the Board and her Co-Directors. Any ideas for future programs or questions about current programs can be directed to edenhancement@puestadelsolpta.
School Pictures: Thursday, October 26th.
Re-take day has been tentatively: Thursday, December 7th.
Individual class picture times have not be set yet.
Join GOALS for fun and engaging soccer classes for players of all age and skill levels!
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Dates: FALL SESSION (10 Weeks) 9/26 –12/7*
*No sessions on November 21st (early release day) and November 23rd (Thanksgiving).
Time: 3:35pm – 4:50pm (75 minutes)
COST: Tuesday and Thursdays $487 | Tuesdays or Thursdays Only $253
https://www.goalsinschool.com/
Drama Kids of King County - Composite Drama Class
This Composite Classes is designed for 1st thru 5th graders and will include various stimulating dramatic lessons perfectly suited for most elementary school children. Students will receive participate in a wide range of creative activities, including speech, dramatic movement, improvisation, snippets, and scripted scenes or mini-plays - tailored to their requirements and abilities.
Location: Puesta del Sol, Mondays 3:45-4:45pm
Class dates:
Register directly with Drama Kids at: https://dramakids.com/redmond-
Cost is $220 for the first trimester plus a 1 time registration fee of $25. Registration open now. Space is limited to 20 participants, first come first served.
A little about Drama Kids: Drama Kids’ extensive and comprehensive curriculum was designed by educators, and is the result of more than 35 years of experience and continuous development. While kids are learning and developing new creative thinking styles and skills, they are also developing other important life skills. ALL Drama Kids programs are guaranteed to be both educational and FUN!
Teaching mindfulness, movement and self-care practices, one breath at a time.
Join fellow Puesta parent, Teacher Melissa, for a fun and engaging series that will teach your child yoga and mindfulness practices through songs, games, and stories.
Each weekly practice will include deep breathing, sun salutations, a variety of accessible postures, a peaceful meditation and gratitude circle. Your kids will learn about the importance of self care and the many benefits of a regular yoga and
meditation practice.
This class promotes focus, concentration, fine and gross motor skills, sensory input, strength building, proprioceptive awareness, balance, coordination,
and provides tools to calm the mind and body.
Fall Session
Cost: $250
Price includes a yoga mat for your child, which will be brought to class for them each week.
Dates: Thursdays 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/7 (No Class on Thanksgiving)
Time: 8am to 8:50am
Scholarships Available: https://puestadelsolpta.org/
Registration Form:
Join us for Fiesta Latina with the amazing Angela De La Hoz as our instructor! Get inspired by the fun music and learn to dance! Fiesta Latina will help students improve coordination, boost confidence, and gain a deeper understanding of social dancing in the Latin American lifestyle! This year students will move to the rhythms and beats of hip hop inspired dances, while practicing their Spanish in a casual, fun and friendly way.
Dates: Tuesdays 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28, 12/5
Time: 8 am to 8:50 am
Cost: $220
Registration Limit: 15 kids, 1 of the registrations at 50% (Waitlist if fills)
Questions? edenhancement@puestadelsolpta.
Join Facebook Parent Groups (not PTA-sponsored):
Puesta del Sol Elementary- All Grade Parent Discussion
Puesta del Sol Class of 2036 (Kindergarten)
Puesta del Sol Class of 2035 (1st Grade)
Puesta del Sol Class of 2034 (2nd Grade)
Puesta del Sol Class of 2033 (3rd grade)
Puesta del Sol Class of 2032 (4th grade)
Puesta del Sol Class of 2031 (5th grade)
Puesta del Sol Class of 2030 (Graduated)
ISA - Tillicum, Sammamish + Newport
* Please note: Individual Facebook groups for each class are parent-organized and are not PTA-sponsored.
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Book Fair
Book Fair
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Mon 10/2 - Fri 10/6
Where:
Library
Dear Families:
I’m excited to announce that our school will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair, which will take place from October 2nd-6th in Puesta’s Library. For many students, it’s one of the most anticipated events of the school year—but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students experience Bookjoy firsthand! And every purchase at the Fair directly benefits our school. This year’s Fair is going to be epic, but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers— which in turn makes them bolder, prouder, and stronger individuals. And since every purchase benefits our school, helping is twice as rewarding. If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please volunteer via this link: Sign Up If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please contact me and share which Fair activities interest you most. Opportunities to assist include: • Advertising • Decorating • Setting up the Fair • Helping shoppers at the Fair • Checkout • Packing up the Fair I look forward to hearing from you. Gratefully, Tara Jones Book Fair host [email protected] ics:
3:45p After School: Drama Kids Starts (Mondays Oct 2-Dec 18)
After School: Drama Kids Starts (Mondays Oct 2-Dec 18)
Date:
Monday, October 2
Time:
3:45p - 4:45p
Where:
Puesta
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Book Fair
Date:
Mon 10/2 - Fri 10/6
Where:
Library
Dear Families:
I’m excited to announce that our school will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair, which will take place from October 2nd-6th in Puesta’s Library. For many students, it’s one of the most anticipated events of the school year—but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students experience Bookjoy firsthand! And every purchase at the Fair directly benefits our school. This year’s Fair is going to be epic, but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers— which in turn makes them bolder, prouder, and stronger individuals. And since every purchase benefits our school, helping is twice as rewarding. If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please volunteer via this link: Sign Up If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please contact me and share which Fair activities interest you most. Opportunities to assist include: • Advertising • Decorating • Setting up the Fair • Helping shoppers at the Fair • Checkout • Packing up the Fair I look forward to hearing from you. Gratefully, Tara Jones Book Fair host [email protected] ics:
Preschool Mini-Walkathon
| Book Fair
Book Fair
Date:
Mon 10/2 - Fri 10/6
Where:
Library
Dear Families:
I’m excited to announce that our school will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair, which will take place from October 2nd-6th in Puesta’s Library. For many students, it’s one of the most anticipated events of the school year—but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students experience Bookjoy firsthand! And every purchase at the Fair directly benefits our school. This year’s Fair is going to be epic, but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers— which in turn makes them bolder, prouder, and stronger individuals. And since every purchase benefits our school, helping is twice as rewarding. If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please volunteer via this link: Sign Up If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please contact me and share which Fair activities interest you most. Opportunities to assist include: • Advertising • Decorating • Setting up the Fair • Helping shoppers at the Fair • Checkout • Packing up the Fair I look forward to hearing from you. Gratefully, Tara Jones Book Fair host [email protected] ics:
| Book Fair
Book Fair
Date:
Mon 10/2 - Fri 10/6
Where:
Library
Dear Families:
I’m excited to announce that our school will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair, which will take place from October 2nd-6th in Puesta’s Library. For many students, it’s one of the most anticipated events of the school year—but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students experience Bookjoy firsthand! And every purchase at the Fair directly benefits our school. This year’s Fair is going to be epic, but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers— which in turn makes them bolder, prouder, and stronger individuals. And since every purchase benefits our school, helping is twice as rewarding. If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please volunteer via this link: Sign Up If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please contact me and share which Fair activities interest you most. Opportunities to assist include: • Advertising • Decorating • Setting up the Fair • Helping shoppers at the Fair • Checkout • Packing up the Fair I look forward to hearing from you. Gratefully, Tara Jones Book Fair host [email protected] ics:
5:00p School Curriculum Night
School Curriculum Night
Date:
Thursday, October 5
Time:
5:00p - 6:30p
Where:
Puesta del Sol
5:00-5:25 Preschool Class Presentations, K-2 Class Presentations, 3-5 Specialist Presentation (Café/Stage)
5:30-5:55: Preschool Class Presentations, K-2 Specialist Presentation (Café/Stage), 3-5 Class Presentations 6:00-6:25: Principal Presentation (Café/Stage)https://puestadelsolpta.org/Images/Shared/Buttons/SaveButtonHover.png ics:
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Book Fair
Date:
Mon 10/2 - Fri 10/6
Where:
Library
Dear Families:
I’m excited to announce that our school will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair, which will take place from October 2nd-6th in Puesta’s Library. For many students, it’s one of the most anticipated events of the school year—but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students experience Bookjoy firsthand! And every purchase at the Fair directly benefits our school. This year’s Fair is going to be epic, but we need volunteers to make it happen. We hope that you can offer your time and talents to help students become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers— which in turn makes them bolder, prouder, and stronger individuals. And since every purchase benefits our school, helping is twice as rewarding. If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please volunteer via this link: Sign Up If you’re available to lend a hand at this upcoming event, please contact me and share which Fair activities interest you most. Opportunities to assist include: • Advertising • Decorating • Setting up the Fair • Helping shoppers at the Fair • Checkout • Packing up the Fair I look forward to hearing from you. Gratefully, Tara Jones Book Fair host [email protected] ics:
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5:00p PTA Fundraiser with OL Reign!
PTA Fundraiser with OL Reign!
Date:
Friday, October 6
Time:
5:00p - 9:00p
Where:
Lumen Field
$27 per ticket (+processing fees)
*Part of the ticket price will benefit Puesta del Sol PTA To purchase tickets, please visit: https ics:
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Parent Discussion on Student Well-Being
Date:
Wednesday, October 11
Time:
6:00p - 6:45p
Where:
Puesta Library
Please join your Puesta del Sol PTA and Bellevue School District leader, Randi Peterson, for an evening discussion about Student Well-Being. Randi is our district Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum Developer and she will be talking not only about the SEL curriculum we use at Puesta del Sol, but will be providing resources and links to help you grow and develop your parenting skills. She has years of experience and she brings with her a passion for children's health and a creative mind ready to help find solutions. Our PTA hopes this group discussion to be one of the first of several this year as we grow our community with compassion.
Please let us know if you can join us on Wednesday, October 11th from 6:00pm - 6:45p! RSVP by emailing [email protected] . We will be meeting in the PdS Library. Childcare will be provided, details to be announced soon. ics:
7:00p PTA General Membership Meeting
PTA General Membership Meeting
Date:
Wednesday, October 11
Time:
7:00p - 8:30p
Where:
Puesta Library
Please join us for the October PTA General Membership Meeting in the Puesta del Sol Library!
All are welcome, though you will need a current PTA Membership to vote. Meeting be from 7:00pm to 8:00pm, directly following the SEL Parent Discussion--please try to come to both events! If you would like to pre-submit questions or discussion items for the Agenda, please email [email protected] . Impromptu questions will be answered as time allows at the end of the meeting. Childcare will be offered, details to be confirmed soon. ics:
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