September 8, 2023 | Issue 9.08.23 | |
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Upcoming Events
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Friday, 9/8/23, 9am: First Day of School, Kindergarten
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Friday, 9/8/23, 9:15am: Tears & Cheers First Day Coffee Social, Puesta del Sol Teatro
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Friday, 9/8/23, 5-7pm: Ice Cream Social, Puesta del Sol Teatro and Playground
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Monday, 9/11/23: Registration opens for before and after school activities
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Tuesday, 9/26/23, 8:00-8:50am: Before school Fiesta Latina begins
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Wednesday, 9/27/23, 1:25-2:30pm: After school Flamenco begins
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Thursday, 9/28/23, 8:00-8:50am: Before school Yoga Adventure Kids begins
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Friday, 9/29/23, 3:30-6:30pm: Walkathon
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Monday, 10/2/23 - Friday, 10/6/23: Bookfair, Puesta del Sol Library
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Monday, 10/2/23, 3:35-4:40pm: After school Drama Kids start
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Friday, 10/6/22, 5pm: OL Reign game, Lumen Field
Link to full calendar
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Join PTA
The Puesta del Sol Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is here to advocate for you and your student for just about any issue that affects your student's experience at Puesta del Sol.
Being active on the PTA is also a fantastic way to get to know teachers, staff, and other parents. Our events are funded annually, so your child will directly benefit from your support. Click here to view the programs the Puesta Del Sol PTA sponsors.
Puesta del Sol PTA membership is open to everyone! PTA is an inclusive organization, and we benefit from the diverse voices and experiences for a dynamic PTA!
Sign-up or renew your PTA membership today! Learn more about PTA!
Financial aid is available. See the Payment page for details on how to complete your order with financial aid.
Benefits include access to our online school directory as well as many more state and local benefits!
Get your annual membership today!!
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Back to School Forms!
New & Returning Families!
It's officially Back to School Season!
Please fill out our online PTA Forms as soon as possible. Sign in NOW to complete your Back to School Forms.
When your forms are completed, you will automatically be entered in a raffle to win two Mariners tickets for the 10/1 Game!
Fill out Back to School Forms to:
- Select the correct size for your student's Free Walk-A-Thon T-Shirt
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Join or renew your PTA Membership (click here to find out more about benefits!)
- Purchase a yearbook at an early-bird price
- Sign up for our newsletter
- Add our PTA Calendar to your personal calendar
- Enter your current contact info so we can update our PTA School Directory
- Learn more about your Puesta del Sol PTA!
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Dear New and Returning Families,
Welcome! The Puesta del Sol PTA is so excited for the new school year and we can't wait to share all the amazing things we have been planning. There are new and returning extracurricular activities, social events, fundraisers, new volunteer opportunities, and so much more! If you have been dreaming of ways to connect with other families in our community, please let us know! We would love to have your help imagining, networking, and organizing for this school year.
The past few years have been momentous for us. Covid affected our community in so many ways, but we have also had significant other changes! We moved our entire school to a new building, mid-year. We have said "good-bye" and "hello" to several school teachers and administrators. After years of shifting expectations and changes, I firmly believe that our school is ready for a FUN year.
As PTA President this year, I am focusing on community-building from a base of kindness and joy. When your family has the time, please show up and have FUN with us. If your family is experiencing difficulty, please reach out to either myself or any of my fellow volunteers on the PTA Board. We will help you to the best of our abilities.
I can't wait to see all of you at school!
Holly
Holly Ellis-Brown
President
Puesta del Sol PTA
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Friday, Sept. 8th, 9:15-10:00am, Kindergarten Families
Teatro at Puesta del Sol
Kindergarten is a big day! And not just for our students!!!
Families are invited to meet and mingle with other Kindergarten families in the Teatro to celebrate and yes, cry, as we kickstart this new school year together. Hot beverages, treats, and tissues will be on hand. PTA members will also happily answer questions on upcoming events and opportunities.
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When: TONIGHT Friday, 09/08, 5-7pm
Where: Puesta del Sol Teatro & Playground
Help us kick off the new year! Join us for ice cream and get to know your school community! Information on programs & events offered this year will be available as well as help for back-to-school forms! This is a free event and we highly encourage everyone to come.
If you have any questions, or if you are interested in helping with this event, please head over to our sign up genius to help out at the event!
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Puesta del Sol PTA Fundraiser
with OL Reign!
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Join Puesta del Sol PTA at Lumen Field for an OL Reign match
OL Reign vs. Washington Spirit
Friday, October 6th at 5:00pm
$27 per ticket (+processing fees)
*Part of the ticket price will benefit Puesta del Sol PTA
To purchase tickets, please visit:
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 please see our Financial Aid Form.
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Fall PTA Before and After School Activities -
Registration Opens 9/11,
Activities Start Week of 9/25
Join us this fall for enriching Before and After School Activities hosted by the PTA. Click on the class title for more information, fee information, and how to register. Space is limited - so register ASAP. Scholarships are available.
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Drama Kids: Monday Afternoons, 3:35 to 4:45pm - Drama activities for 1st to 5th graders. (Starts10/2 due to holiday)
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Fiesta Latina: Tuesday Mornings, 8 to 8:50am - Hip Hop-inspired dance class (All ages).
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Flamenco: Wednesday Afternoons, 1:20 to 2:30pm - Dance class influenced by Southern Spain (All ages).
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Yoga: Thursday Mornings, 8 to 8:50am - Engaging class series teaching yoga and mindfulness practices through songs, games, stories (All ages).
Please note: Chess Wizards and Small Hands on Art are not coordinated by the PTA. For more information about these programs, please click on the hyperlinks and contact the vendors directly.
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Join PTA and be entered in raffle for Mariners tickets
Join PTA to be entered in a raffle for two Mariners tickets!
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Become a member of the Puesta del Sol PTA by TODAY, September 8th to enter our raffle for TWO TICKETS to the October 1st Mariners Home Game! (Retail Value $120)
Raffle winner will be announced at our Ice Cream Social TONIGHT 9/8!!
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Walkathon is coming -
Sept. 29, 2023!!!
On Friday, September 29, 2023, Puesta del Sol is hosting the 21st Walkathon - the very first in our new building! Please join us between 3:30pm to 6:30pm, for the length of time that works for your family.
This annual tradition is our school's largest community-building event! Students, families, teachers, and staff walk laps, dance, and socialize in a fun and festive atmosphere to support Puesta del Sol's PTA.
There is no charge to participate, however every student must RSVP (details on RSVP will be shared soon). Please join us and help raise the money our PTA uses to support our students and our school!
Adult and teen volunteers are needed—please look for a sign-up article soon!
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Scholastic Bookfair Volunteers
Dear Families:
I’m excited to announce that our school will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair, which will take place from October 2nd-5th in Puesta del Sol'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. So, it’s a win-win!
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 with cash registers • Translating communications for social media • Helping with Teacher Preview • Helping with volunteers
I look forward to hearing from you!
Gratefully,
Tara Jones
Book Fair host
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Hi! My name is Jennifer González Recio, Amity intern at Puesta del Sol Elementary School. I am 21 years old and I come from a city called Valladolid in the north of Spain, Europe. In my free time I like to spend time with my friends and family. Also, I like to listen to music, both Spanish and international. I also like to play sports, for example, playing volleyball. This year I hope to live new experiences in the educational world, meet people and travel a lot, since it is another of my hobbies. |
Greetings! I'm Josué, I'm 25 years old, and I'm from El Salvador. I have a variety of hobbies that keep me busy, including reading, watching movies, playing video games, and taking long walks. I also recently completed my bachelor's degree in Modern Languages with a specialization in English and French. I am eagerly anticipating a year filled with exciting experiences and meaningful connections. My main goals for this journey include immersing myself in American culture, expanding my teaching skills, and building lasting relationships with students, fellow interns, school teachers, and my host families. I can't wait to explore new places, share my culture, and grow both personally and professionally during my time in the U.S.
¡No puedo esperar a comenzar esta nueva aventura junto a ustedes, nos vemos muy pronto!
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My name is Andrés Mauricio Ramírez Sánchez. I am 24 years old, I am from Colombia, especially from a city called Facatativá. I am a foreign languages student in the Pedagogical and Technological University of Colombia. I decided to come to the United States because I love being a teacher, also to learn about American culture and obviously improve my level of English. I love music, I know how to play the trumpet, trombone and any instrument with a
mouthpiece and a little bit of the guitar. Also, I like video games and going to the movies. I hope this school year to bring all my knowledge to the students so they can learn Spanish and about Colombia. Also, being able to learn from everyone.
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My name is Karla Griselda Velasquez Rodriguez. I am 25 years old. I am from La Union, El Salvador. Likewise, I came from a City named Conchagua, a tourist place with a lot of typical food and customs and traditions. I like to listen to any kind of music and dance as well. Not only that, but I love watching TV, movies, or series. Furthermore, I like cooking, go out with my family and friends, so I try to be so sociable as I can. Currently, I have a teaching English degree, but I continue my studies with an educational bachelor degree. I’m looking forward to meeting you, so we can learn a lot about El Salvador culture, and grow up together.
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