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Whittier WildChat
January 9, 2019
PAWS UP WILDCATS!
Whittier is proud we're going to shout out loud…
Responsibility, Respect, and Safety!
First Annual Whittier Family Dance is this Friday!
Whittier dance machines! This Friday the 11th is the Whittier Family Dance in the gym, from 6:30-8:00 pm.

Deejay Steph will be spinning some sweet jams for you and your kiddos to get your groove on so don't miss it! We are keeping it simple this year, so please bring your own water bottle, and if your kiddo will want snacks, please pack something that isn't too messy. We will have tables set up for you to put your feet up and enjoy your snacks if you bring them (hopefully keeping the food off of the dance area). 

I will need a few extra hands to pull this off. Please use the sign up genius link below for set up and tear down of tables. More hands make light work! Please contact Katie Dahlen with any questions. 

Calendar
Friday, January 11, 2019
Family Dance
6:30-8:00 pm

Sat., March 9, 2019,
Spring Fling FUNraiser
7:00pm – 11:00pm
News from the Office
Coaches Needed for Girls on the Run
Are you looking for a way to empower girls in your community? Become a Girls on the Run or Heart & Sole Coach!

Volunteer coaches work directly with the 3rd – 5th or 6th – 8th grade girls in the Girls on the Run program by leading them through fun and active lessons that intentionally teach life skills such as confidence, empathy and conscious decision-making. Our season runs from early March – mid May, and coaches work with girls twice a week for 90 minutes during that 10-week season. Girls build endurance through walking and running activities in order to complete a non-competitive 5k (3.1 Miles) at the end of the season!

Coaches do not have to be runners, just individuals who care about empowering young women in our communities! Gain internship credit, volunteer hours and unmatched teaching, coaching and mentoring experience, join us today!
Learn more and apply at  www.girlsrun.org, or email us at  info@girlsrun.org
Girls on the Run Registration is open
The season starts Tuesday, March 5th. It will meet every Tuesday and Thursday after school (2:30) until 4PM.

Link to sign up: www.gotrpugetsound.org
News from the PTA
STEM Presenters Needed for 2/12 and 2/14
We are looking for volunteers in our Whittier community to present to the students as they prepare for the STEM Fair. On Tuesday, 2/12 and Thursday, 2/14 all classes have the possibility of hearing a presentation from an individual working in the STEM field. You would present to one class at a time (about 19-27 students), and a total of 4-6 classes (back to back). Each presentation will last about 10 minutes, with 5 additional minutes for Q&A, and another 5 minutes to transition to the next class. You will not have to change rooms in between presentations!

A parent volunteer will make sure that the classes get to you on time and will help you keep on track. The first presentation starts around 12.00 pm and you would be done around 2.15 pm. We would love to have you be part of this wonderful event at our school. Please let us know if you are interested and when you would prefer to present (Tuesday or Thursday afternoon) and email us at events.whittierpta@gmail.com. Thank you for considering being a part and sharing your love for STEM with the future generation of STEM enthusiasts! 
PTA Budget Process Town Hall
Have you ever wondered how the PTA decides to spend money? Are you curious about the budget process? Come join us for our FIRST EVER budget process town hall on Thursday, January 17th 6:30-8:30pm in the Library.

The event will kick off with a short presentation by Heidi Bennet (Vice President of Schools First), who will provide us with information about the upcoming levy and what that means for us. Then the PTA treasurers will help to break down the budget process and seek input from the community. 
Please feel free to email questions in advance to treasurer.whittierpta@gmail.com. We will do our best to address them in the presentation. 
Volunteer at the Greenwood or Loyal Heights Auction this Spring
Both Greenwood and Loyal Heights Elementary are looking for parent volunteers for their school auctions on the evening of March 23rd. If you are interested, please email Jennifer Mannheim for details. 
District News
Community News
Whitman Screening of “Angst”, an IndieFlix Documentary Designed to Raise Awareness Around Anxiety

Location:  Whitman Middle School’s auditorium
Date:  January 23rd 
Time:  7:00 PM (doors will open at 6:40 PM)

Although the film is appropriate for ages 11+, we ask that only adults attend.  The event is free, however, a ticket is required for entry. Please use the ticket registration link provided to secure your entry into the screening. The PTSA will be accepting donations at the event to offset the cost of the movie. We plan to have an informal discussion after the screening.

Reserve your tickets for  Angst  a new documentary about anxiety. We want to start a conversation! #AngstMovie @IndieFlix Whitman Middle School  https://www.facebook.com/events/302338833822392/
Valentine’s Baking with Kids Class
Looking for a memorable way to spend the day between semesters on January 30th? Spend the morning in a hands-on cooking class with your child. The class will have a great time making rocky road candy, snickerdoodle cookies and fruit kabobs.
Ages 6-9. Registration info at
bakingwithrachel.com or email Rachel Knecht at
rachknecht@msn.com with any questions.
Thank Yous!
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