El Sol Newsletter: Walkathon, Extracurricular Classes, Back to School Forms, Passport Check and more!

September 20, 2024 | Issue 9.20.24

Upcoming Events

Friday, 9/20/24, 9:00am: Registration opens for PTA sponsored before and after school activities
Tuesday, 9/24/24, 12:30-3:30pm: First Passport Check
Friday, 9/27/24, 3:30pm: Walkathon, Puesta del Sol Field
Saturday, 9/28/24, 11:00am-4:00pm: Bellevue Schools Foundation Block Party, Bellevue Downtown Park
Saturday, 9/28/24, 6:40pm: Mariners Night with Puesta del Sol PTA, T-Mobile Park
Friday, 10/11/24: No School, Professional Development Day
Thursday, 10/17/24, 9:00-10:00am: Art Appreciation Orientation, STEAM Room
Thursday, 10/24/24: Picture Day

Link to full calendar

Back to School Forms are here!

Now that school has started and teacher assignments have been sorted out, don't forget to update your school directory information to include your student's teacher! If you haven’t completed the forms, there is no better time than the present to knock that one out! Link is right here to update or to get started: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Packet/BTS2024

Walkathon 2024

Get Ready for Our Annual Walkathon on

September 27th!

We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming Puesta del Sol Walkathon, a fantastic way to support our school while having fun! On September 27th, students will walk and run to raise funds for important school programs and activities. It’s a fantastic way to support our school and to get to know the Puesta del Sol community.

Here is how you can help:

Get Involved: Encourage your student to participate and fill out the back to school forms to select the size for their FREE -shirt!
RSVP: Please make sure to RSVP for your student. This is mandatory whether or not your student participates.
Spread the word: Share this exciting event with family and friends.
Make a Difference: Your gifts will support the vital educational resources and enrich our students’ learning experience.

Please visit the Walkathon page for more information on all the above. All updates will be made to that page. Together, we can make a meaningful impact and create wonderful memories!

The display cases in the school feature monthly rotation of cultural themes. Families, students or staff can sign up to share their culture, heritage, traditions and more. Please join us in celebrating the many different stories that make up our community!

We especially invite Hispanic and Latinx families to sign up for upcoming Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 - October 15.

School year sign-up and and more details here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849ABAA2FA2FEC43-49962607-oneschool

Contact: diversity@puestadelsolpta.org

First Passport Check!

First Passport Check Day - Tuesday, September 24th from 12:30 to 3:30pm.

We need checkers!! We can train you on the fly. No experience needed. Have fun learning geography along with the students. Signup HERE.

Art Appreciation Orientation

Happy New School Year Everyone! There will be an Art Appreciation orientation on Thursday, October 17th from 9:00am to 10:00am in the Puesta del Sol STEAM room. If you are interested in volunteering in your child’s class this year, this is a fun way to get involved. No art degree or experience is necessary! Just a desire to have fun, teach/learn and maybe get a little messy in class. If you are on the fence, please come and learn what it’s all about. Coffee and snacks will be provided. Already know you want to help out? Please email artappreciation@puestadelsolpta.org.

Thank you,

Natalie Danielson and Chelsie Nieto

Elementary Fall Extracurricular Classes!

Is your elementary student ready for additional learning opportunities? The Fall Extracurricular Session is here to provide fun, exercise, and knowledge for your kiddos!

Flamenco! Get ready to stomp, clap, and sing out "Ole!" We can't wait for all our flamenco-loving students to meet our new instructor, Maestra Cristina, on Monday afternoons from 3:35 - 4:30pm. More information here: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Page/Programs/Flamenco
Yoga with Teacher Melissa! New and returning students alike will work on movements, mindfulness, and self-care while having fun on Thursday mornings at 8:00am. More information here: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Article/View/51947
GOALS Soccer has returned! Kids will have fun and learn soccer skills while focusing on team building. Class is taught by a bilingual instructor. Students may register for one or both classes. Wednesdays, 1:25 - 2:30pm, Fridays, 3:35 - 4:50pm. More information here: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Article/View/51389
Capoeira! Brand new class for this year! Come and learn a dance-based martial art with Mestre Chitara. Capoeira is a cultural art form that is rooted in the country of Brazil. Students will learn foundational movements and songs while playing games and having fun. Tuesdays, 3:35 to 4:30pm.
Coding with Kids has returned. This session, all students will focus on coding so that they can build up to more advanced classes in the Winter and Spring. Kinder, first and second grade students, please register for Thursday afternoons, 3:35pm to 4:50pm. Third, fourth, and fifth grade students, please register for Tuesday afternoons, 3:35pm to 4:50pm. More information here: https://puestadelsolpta.org/Page/Programs/Robotics

Fifth Grade Events Committee!

Our 5th Grade students at Puesta del Sol have finally reached this milestone year! To celebrate their last year at Puesta del Sol, the Fifth Grade Events Committee (5GE) is looking for parents to serve as committee members to help raise funds and plan out their final year as elementary school students. Some of the highlights include: Graduation, Teacher and Staff Tea, Class Legacy Gift, Fundraisers/Donation Drives, and more!

If you are interested in joining or just learning more, please reach out to Julie and Rochelle at events@puestadelsolpta.org with subject line 5th Grade Events!