May 20, 2022 | Issue 5.20.22 |
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Upcoming Events
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Saturday, 5/21/22, 7pm: International Festival
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Sunday, 5/22/22: Extended deadline for Ceramic Paint Night orders
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Tuesday, 5/24/22, 9:05am: PTA Coffee
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Wednesday, 5/25/22, 6-6:40pm: Virtual Field Trip to the Pacific Science Center: Planetary Geology
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Monday, 5/30/22: No school, Memorial Day
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Wednesday, 6/1/22, All Day: Dining for Dinero - MOD Pizza, Factoria
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Wednesday, 6/1/22, 5:30-7pm: Ceramic Paint Night
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Wednesday, 6/1/22, 7pm: PTA General Membership Meeting
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Saturday, 6/4/22, 3pm: Spring Social Event: Experience Flamenco!
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Wednesday, 6/8/22: 5th Grade Teacher and Staff Tea, and PTA Volunteer Appreciation
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Friday, 6/10/22, 6pm: DEI Multicultural Potluck
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Wednesday, 6/15/22, 6pm: 5th Grade Graduation
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Friday, 6/17/22, 1:30-3pm: Field Day
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Tuesday, 6/21/22: Last Day of School
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PTA General Membership Meeting |
Please join us at our final general membership meeting of the year!
Wednesday, June 1 at 7pm
Puesta del Sol library
We are excited to welcome two special guest speakers! Danelle Edwards and Jessica Strazzulla, our new principal and assistant principal, will be introducing themselves and answering top-of-mind questions from our community. Please submit your questions by May 21.
We will also recap this year, discuss plans for next year, and we need your votes for incoming board members and to approve a preliminary budget to start the next school year.
Children are welcome to attend the board meeting, or may play on the playground during the meeting. We are seeking a couple volunteers to supervise the playground during the meeting. If you are willing and able to do so, please let us know!
We hope to see you in person, but we will also be presenting the meeting online for those who are unable to attend in person. Stay tuned for the link to be sent separately closer to the meeting date.
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Treats, gifts and goodies--Oh My!
Thank you for your help with Teacher/Staff Appreciation
A BIG THANK YOU to our Puesta del Sol community for coming out to help during Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week!
From breakfast treats to flowers, personalized water bottles to notes of appreciation--you all really showed your Puesta spirit and appreciation for our Puesta del Sol teachers and staff. Way to go Puesta families, and what better cause than for the teachers and staff who teach and help our kids each day! We recognize ALL your efforts last week--thank you families, and most of all THANK YOU to our Puesta del Sol teachers and staff!
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Free Movies for May!
Watch FREE streaming movies this school year!
Did you know Puesta del Sol PTA pays the license allowing teachers to show copyrighted material like movies or documentaries at school?
Swank, our movie licensing company, is piloting FREE access to selected movies on scheduled dates, including streaming in Spanish and other languages (when available).
PTA Members - you do not need to email to get movie codes.
Movies are available on scheduled dates (see below)
Allow >2 business days to get the code. (PTA Members—get the code immediately)
The codes do not apply beyond our school community, please do not share beyond current Puesta del Sol families, teachers or staff.
Families must have their own internet access and device to stream.
Here are the remaining May movies, which are available all day on demand:
May 20: Crazy Rich Asians (PG-13)
May 21: Raya (PG)
May 27: Addams Family 2 (PG)
May 27-28: Jungle Cruise (PG-13)
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International Festival Tickets
on Sale Now!
Ticket sales go through day of event on May 21st
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Join Us at the International Festival Tomorrow - May 21st
Gather your friends and family to watch students perform in this year's International Festival at Sammamish High School's Performing Arts Center - 100 140th Avenue NE, Bellevue WA 98005.
The show includes performances led by our beloved Amity Interns, music by our Marimba Bands, and Flamenco Dancing.
Tickets are $6 for General Seating and $12 for VIP Seating. Kids under 1 sitting on a parent's lap are free. Scholarship tickets available. Ticket sales cover the cost of the show, and any extra funds go back to the PTA.
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Virtual field trip to Pacific Science Center
Join us for a Virtual Field Trip to the Pacific Science Center!
May 25th, 6-6:40pm
Come explore chemical reactions, the science of sound and the solar system from the comfort of your home!
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See flyer for more information
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Dining for Dinero
Wednesday, June 1st, 2022
MOD Pizza, Factoria
Fundraising Code: MODF7049
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Ceramic Paint Night
Please join us for an in-person Ceramic Paint Night with Creatively Yours!
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Wednesday, June 1st, 2022
5:30-7pm
Puesta del Sol gym
We will be painting mugs.
Cost: $20 each
*It is our PTA mission to support every child, financial assistance is available for this activity. If interested, please contact events@puestadelsolpta.org.
DEADLINE TO ORDER EXTENDED TO SUNDAY, MAY 22ND, 2022.
We are also looking for a few volunteers to help with the blow dryers and paint. Please sign up when you order your mugs.
Items will be ready to be picked up at Creatively Yours in the Crossroads Mall after 3pm on June 8th, 2022.
Pick up dinner on your way at MOD Pizza in Factoria using code MODF7049 for Dining for Dinero to support the Puesta del Sol PTA, and stay for the General Membership meeting afterwards!
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Spring Social Event:
Experience Flamenco!
Save the date and join us to experience the art of Flamenco!
Saturday, June 4, 3:00pm
Puesta del Sol Gym
Experience Flamenco dance with a special book reading, art and music.
1. Special guest: Local author and teacher Paulina Chalita White (author) will read and also sign her book Elena Dances Flamenco. Advanced copies are available on Amazon.
2. Expresa tu arte: We will have the opportunity to show our artistic skills decorating Flamenco fans.
3. "Baila Flamenco" masterclass: Paulina and a Spanish guitarist will play Flamenco songs and will show basic steps for both kids and family members to follow.
4. Photos: Children and parents will have the opportunity to try on Flamenco dresses and accessories and take fun photos.
Ole'!
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Multicultural Potluck Picnic
All School End of Year Multicultural Potluck Picnic!
Hosted by Puesta del Sol’s PTA Committee for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Join us as we celebrate a fantastic year of school and the incredible diversity of our community!
If you are comfortable sharing food, please bring a nut-free dish that is meaningful to your family’s cultural history. If you’d rather bring your own picnic, that is totally fine too. Camping chairs and/or picnic blankets are recommended.
Paper plates, compostable utensils, sanitizer, and food description cards will be provided.
WHEN: Friday, June 10th, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
WHERE: Puesta del Sol! Food tables will be set up on the paved area above the playground. If it’s raining, we will set up in the gym.
RSVP:
Please sign-up to:
Let us know what you are bringing
Volunteer to help at the potluck
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We Need You!
Help us make our 2022 Superheros Field Day SUPER!
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1) Volunteer*
This is always an exciting day to experience with your child/ren and we need A LOT of volunteers to keep all the heroic stations running. Sign up to run a station, to help set up or to help clean up at the end of the day.
2) Contribute an item from our Wish List
Donation options include class backpacks, station materials, awards, prizes, and popsicles. Thank you!
Field Day Details
When: Friday, June 17th – 1:30-3:00pm
Set up begins at 10:00am and clean up finishes at 4:00pm
Where: Puesta del Sol Fields
Join us for the Fun, Popsicles, & (hopefully) some Sun!
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Are you interested in helping to organize/host grade-level summer park playdates?
We will work together to set up and host a variety of dates, times, and locations that won't overlap between grade levels.
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Save the Date - 5th Grade Graduation!
Save the Date for 5th Grade Graduation!
Fifth Grade Families and friends, save the date for
Wednesday, June 15th, 6pm
We are planning for an outdoor event on the lawn, south of the playground.
Last year it was wonderful for everyone spread out in the sunshine. The gym will be our back up location.
We are also looking for volunteers to help out, including a co-chair for the Ceremony, and other opportunities from large to small!
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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month and Storybook Sharing!
This month we celebrate the history, culture and contributions of Asian-American and Pacific Islander communities. We recognize the many families with Asian, Southeast Asian, and Indian heritage in our beloved familia.
We are compiling our own "Bedtime Stories" series featuring AAPI families! If you and/or your student(s) would like to record a video reading a storybook featuring AAPI characters or themes, please e-mail diversity@puestadelsolpta.org.
Suggested family outings this month:
VISIT
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PTA Board Positions are
NOW OPEN for next year!
Are you interested or know someone who would be a great PTA board member for next year? We have a number of positions opening as current terms end, and the PTA board is looking for individuals who want to be involved and make a difference. No prior experience necessary! Please see the open positions below, and let us know how you can help. There are also committee positions open as well.
Open board positions for the 2022-2023 school year include:
President
Payables-Treasurer
Deposits-Treasurer
Events
Membership
School Relations
Fundraising Co-chair
Our PTA runs a variety of programs like educational enhancement programs, community-building events for our families, classroom grants for teachers, and hosting amity interns. The PTA sponsors many things at Puesta del Sol and it is here to advocate for you
and your student for just about any issue that affects your student’s experience at Puesta del Sol.
We encourage you to browse through the various committees and find something you think you would enjoy that aligns with a particular talent, skill or hobby you have and also meets your time restrictions.
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Searching for Host Families
Puesta del Sol is looking for host families for our 2022-2023 Amity interns. Host families play a vital role in the success of the program. By welcoming an intern from another country into their home, volunteer host families gain friendship, understanding, knowledge and a connection to the world. Host families will experience new tastes and customs and have the chance to practice their intern's language. Your children will learn about different parts of the world from the intern and may receive extra help with their own language studies.
At Puesta del Sol, our host families typically host for 13 weeks but offer longer durations. You may select to host for Fall, Winter or Spring or half-year, and we will extend full-year if necessary. The Amity Committee needs 20 host family applications for 6 interns to ensure improved matching and experience for our interns and families. You may make a preference for male or female and/or time of year. We are in need of families interested in hosting male interns.
To apply to be a host family, please fill out an application.
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Did you know?
Puesta del Sol is Endorsed by the Embassy of Spain
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If you are shopping at Amazon.com, remember to sign up for AmazonSmile and designate Puesta del Sol Elementary/Sunset Elementary PTA Bellevue Council 2 3 95. It costs you nothing and gets money donated to our PTA with each purchase!
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Puesta del Sol Spiritwear for Sale!
Puesta del Sol PTA Spiritwear Shop is OPEN!
Looking for a graduation gift? Make this your ONE STOP SHOP & support our PTA!
Shop our online store and get your school spirit gear. Don't miss out on our very own "Vamos Hawks" apparel!
It's simple- just click on the link, select your item(s), and purchase. You will choose to pick up at the vendor in Bellevue or shipped to your location. For every item you purchase, our PTA receives a percentage of the sale. Thank you for your support!
SHOP NOW!
ORDER BY FRIDAY, JUNE 3RD
Pick-up & Shipping options:
Free pick-up at: Winners Sportswear
12031 Northup Way #201, Bellevue, WA 98005
Monday – Friday 9am –to 4:30pm
425-505-2149
Shipping Flat rate is $9.95- Anywhere in the country
Happy Shopping!
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Spanish Immersion / Dual Language / ISA Update |
The Puesta del Sol PTA board and the Bellevue PTSA Council jointly called for a Spanish Language Program Advisory Committee (SLPAC), and the district has accepted the proposal in concept. The details of how this will be rolled out are still to be determined.
Part of the Position Statement is below or read the full PTSA Council statement here.
“In support of the goal of engaging families and school staff in equal partnership in decisions that affect children and families, we join with the Puesta del Sol PTA Board in calling for the creation of a Spanish Language Program Advisory Committee to include proportional representation from all stakeholders including but not limited to secondary students, parents, teachers and administrators from at least each of the following:
• Elementary ISA Language Program (Puesta del Sol)
• Middle School ISA Language Program (Tillicum)
• High School ISA Language Program (Newport, Sammamish)
• Elementary Dual Language Programs (Stevenson, Sherwood Forest, Lake Hills)
• Middle School Dual Language Programs (Highland, Tillicum)
• High School Dual Language Program (Sammamish)
• K-12 Instructional Leader and Curriculum Developer for World Languages
The purpose of the committee would be to help advise District leaders regarding proposed program changes, as well as advocating for language programs in the long term to help ensure that the Dual Language and Immersion programs continue to thrive. A committee of this makeup would convene regularly to work together to inform, influence and create policies, practices, and programs that meet both community expectations and OSPI requirements.”
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COVID-19 Drive-Through Diagnostic Testing for BSD Students
Bellevue School District offers diagnostic testing for COVID-19. Diagnostic testing looks for infections in individuals who have symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19.
Drive-through testing, by appointment only, will take place Monday - Friday from 8:30am to 12:30pm at:
Educational Service Center W (ESC W)
12011 NE 1st St.
Bellevue, WA 98005
To register/sign up, click here.
For instructions and more information, click here.
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There is NO CHARGE for school meals during the 2021-2022 school year! |
What: School Spirit Encore Showing
When: Friday, May 20th at 6:30 PM
Where: Newport High School Performing Arts Center
4333 Factoria Blvd SE, Bellevue, WA 98006
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