Newcastle Elementary PTSA

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			5:00p Mom's Night Out - TK, K, 1st Mom's Night Out - TK, K, 1st Date: Wednesday, January 15 Time: 5:00p - 9:00p Where: The Coalman TK, K, & 1st Grade Mom’s Night Out! Calling all TK, K, & 1st grade moms—it’s time for a well-deserved night out! We’re excited to host a Mom’s Night Out at The Coalman in Newcastle. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, enjoy great food, and connect with fellow moms in our community. When: Wednesday, January 15th Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Where: The Coalman, 6977 Coal Creek PKWY SE Newcastle, WA 98059 Important Details: Limited Space: The venue has limited seating, so we’re opening this event to the first 30 TK, K, & 1st grade moms who sign up. Be sure to reserve your spot early! Give Back: When you mention you’re there with Newcastle Elementary, a portion of your sale will go to our PTSA, helping fund programs and events for our students. This is just the first of many Mom’s Night Out events we’ll be hosting throughout the year. We look forward to having more opportunities to spend time together as a community and celebrate the amazing moms who support Newcastle Elementary! Sign up now to reserve your spot! ( LINK TO COME ) Let’s make it a night to remember! ics: to add to calendar
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	No School - MLK Day No School - MLK Day Date: Monday, January 20 ics: to add to calendar	Staff Appreciation Staff Appreciation Date: Tuesday, January 21 Where: Newcastle Elementary Three times a year, the families of Newcastle host a luncheon for teachers and staff to show them how much we appreciate everything they do for our children. This is our first luncheon of the year and the theme is Mexican. We need the help of the 4th and 5th grade families to help create a delicious Mexican Feast on Tuesday, January 21st! ics: to add to calendar			Popcorn Friday Popcorn Friday Date: Friday, January 24 Where: Newcastle Elementary Great news, Newcastle families—Popcorn Fridays are officially doubling in frequency! Due to popular demand and the enthusiasm of our students, we are now offering Popcorn Fridays twice a month! By offering popcorn twice a month, we hope to bring even more smiles to our students, while also supporting our PTSA initiatives. All proceeds from Popcorn Fridays go toward funding educational programs and events for Newcastle Elementary. ics: to add to calendar 6:00p 4th & 5th Grade Movie Night 4th & 5th Grade Movie Night Date: Friday, January 24 Time: 6:00p - 8:00p Where: Newcastle Elementary 🎥🍿 Save the Date for Movie Night! 🍿🎥 Mark your calendars—Movie Night is coming to Newcastle Elementary! We’re excited to invite all families to join us for a fun-filled evening of entertainment, community, and, of course, popcorn! Here are the details you need to know: 📅 When: Friday, January 24th ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Where: Multipurpose Room What to bring: Be sure to pack your chairs, blankets, and water to make yourselves comfortable for a cozy movie night under the stars. We’ll take care of the rest—popcorn will be provided to keep everyone munching happily throughout the film! 🍿✨ ics: to add to calendar

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Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

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Saturday

Jan 12

5:00p Mom's Night Out - TK, K, 1st

Mom's Night Out - TK, K, 1st

Date:

Wednesday, January 15

Time:

5:00p - 9:00p

Where:

The Coalman

TK, K, & 1st Grade Mom’s Night Out!

Calling all TK, K, & 1st grade moms—it’s time for a well-deserved night out! We’re excited to host a Mom’s Night Out at The Coalman in Newcastle. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, enjoy great food, and connect with fellow moms in our community.

When: Wednesday, January 15th
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: The Coalman, 6977 Coal Creek PKWY SE Newcastle, WA 98059

Important Details:

Limited Space: The venue has limited seating, so we’re opening this event to the first 30 TK, K, & 1st grade moms who sign up. Be sure to reserve your spot early!

Give Back: When you mention you’re there with Newcastle Elementary, a portion of your sale will go to our PTSA, helping fund programs and events for our students.

This is just the first of many Mom’s Night Out events we’ll be hosting throughout the year. We look forward to having more opportunities to spend time together as a community and celebrate the amazing moms who support Newcastle Elementary!

Sign up now to reserve your spot! ( LINK TO COME )

Let’s make it a night to remember!

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to add to calendar

No School - MLK Day

Date:

Monday, January 20

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Staff Appreciation

Date:

Tuesday, January 21

Where:

Newcastle Elementary

Three times a year, the families of Newcastle host a luncheon for teachers and staff to show them how much we appreciate everything they do for our children. This is our first luncheon of the year and the theme is Mexican. We need the help of the 4th and 5th grade families to help create a delicious Mexican Feast on Tuesday, January 21st!

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to add to calendar

Popcorn Friday

Date:

Friday, January 24

Where:

Newcastle Elementary

Great news, Newcastle families—Popcorn Fridays are officially doubling in frequency! Due to popular demand and the enthusiasm of our students, we are now offering Popcorn Fridays twice a month!

By offering popcorn twice a month, we hope to bring even more smiles to our students, while also supporting our PTSA initiatives. All proceeds from Popcorn Fridays go toward funding educational programs and events for Newcastle Elementary.

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to add to calendar

6:00p 4th & 5th Grade Movie Night

4th & 5th Grade Movie Night

Date:

Friday, January 24

Time:

6:00p - 8:00p

Where:

Newcastle Elementary

🎥🍿 Save the Date for Movie Night! 🍿🎥

Mark your calendars—Movie Night is coming to Newcastle Elementary!

We’re excited to invite all families to join us for a fun-filled evening of entertainment, community, and, of course, popcorn! Here are the details you need to know:

📅 When: Friday, January 24th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Multipurpose Room

What to bring:
Be sure to pack your chairs, blankets, and water to make yourselves comfortable for a cozy movie night under the stars. We’ll take care of the rest—popcorn will be provided to keep everyone munching happily throughout the film! 🍿✨

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The Newcastle Boots and Blossoms school auction is just around the corner, and we’re in need of something sweet for the Dessert Dash! If you love baking, or simply can't resist a delicious treat, we’d love your help to make this a memorable event.

Ways You Can Help:

Bake a dessert for the event (homemade goodies are always a hit!)
Purchase a dessert from your favorite local spot
Donate money to help us purchase delicious desserts for the auction

Every sweet treat helps support our school, so please consider contributing!

If you're able to help, or have any questions, please contact Katie Green at katrina.s.green@gmail.com.

Thank you for making this year’s Dessert Dash extra sweet!

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Do you have an amazing item to donate to our school auction:

Our PTSA is looking for new items and experiences to add to our upcoming LIVE and silent auction at Pickering Barn on March 28 (invitations coming soon!).

We are looking for items such as gift cards, family experiences, sports memorabilia, event tickets to local sporting or theatrical events, or offers to host a fun experiences like Time on Your Boat, Poker Night, Pool Party, Dinner Party, etc. You can get your neighbors to pool together to donate!

We are collecting donations through March 5. To make it easy, Look for a Boots and Blossoms Auction donation table in the MPR at our upcoming Family Math Night on January 28th starting at 5:30pm OR Contact Jessica Burnham: NewcastleAuction2025@gmail.com

Please include a procurement form with your item(s). Forms can be found on the PTSA website or available at the Family Math Night event.

AUCTION PROCUREMENT FORM

Thank you for supporting our PTSA!

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Every year, the families of Newcastle come together to host three luncheons to show our teachers and staff how much we appreciate everything they do for our children. Our first luncheon of the year is just around the corner, and we need the help of our 4th and 5th grade families to create a delicious Mexican Feast for our dedicated educators!

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, January 21st
Theme: Mexican Feast
Who’s Needed: 4th and 5th Grade Families
How to Help: Sign up to bring a dish or contribute in other ways

To sign up and help make this event a success, please visit: bit.ly/ncstafflunch

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support. Let’s make this luncheon an unforgettable celebration of our amazing staff!

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January 17, 2025		2024/2025 School Year

NEWS & UPDATES FROM NEWCASTLE ELEMENTARY PTSA
Important Dates to Remember Monday, January 20: NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Jr. Day Friday, January 24: 4th & 5th Grade Movie Night Monday, January 27: NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day Saturday, February 1: Yearbook Artwork Due Monday, February 3 - Friday 7: Scholastic Book Fair Friday, February 7: Movie Night 2nd & 3rd Grade Monday, February 17: NO SCHOOL - President's Day Tuesday, February 18 - Friday 21: NO SCHOOL - Second Winter Break Friday, March 28: Auction 2025	____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Help design the our Newcastle 2024/2025 Yearbook We’re excited to announce the we are reopening our Yearbook Cover Contest! Show your creativity and school spirit by designing artwork for this year’s yearbook. Theme: “Throw Kindness Around Like Confetti” 🎉✨ We’re looking for designs that capture the spirit of kindness, inclusion, and celebration. Your design could feature colorful confetti, acts of kindness, or anything that embodies positivity and togetherness! Contest Details: Open to All Students: Everyone is encouraged to participate! Design Requirements: Must incorporate the theme: “Throw Kindness Around Like Confetti” Submissions must be original artwork (hand-drawn, digital, or a combination). Please submit designs in the correct dimensions (see attachment). Deadline: FEBRUARY 1ST How to Submit Your Design: Please turn into your teacher or the drop off with the front office to be put into the PTSA Mailbox Important Notes: Please make sure to include your first and last name on your submission. A flyer will be passed along through kidmail early next week. We can’t wait to see your designs! Let’s make this year’s yearbook unforgettable! Please email NewcastlePTSA@gmail.com with any questions. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD & PRINT ARTWORK FORM ____________________________________________________________________________ Calling All Bakers and Dessert Lovers! The Newcastle Boots and Blossoms school auction is just around the corner, and we’re in need of something sweet for the Dessert Dash! If you love baking, or simply can't resist a delicious treat, we’d love your help to make this a memorable event. Ways You Can Help: Bake a dessert for the event (homemade goodies are always a hit!) Purchase a dessert from your favorite local spot Donate money to help us purchase delicious desserts for the auction Every sweet treat helps support our school, so please consider contributing! If you're able to help, or have any questions, please contact Katie Green at katrina.s.green@gmail.com. Thank you for making this year’s Dessert Dash extra sweet! ____________________________________________________________________________ Do you have an amazing item to donate to our school auction: Our PTSA is looking for new items and experiences to add to our upcoming LIVE and silent auction at Pickering Barn on March 28 (invitations coming soon!). We are looking for items such as gift cards, family experiences, sports memorabilia, event tickets to local sporting or theatrical events, or offers to host a fun experiences like Time on Your Boat, Poker Night, Pool Party, Dinner Party, etc. You can get your neighbors to pool together to donate! We are collecting donations through March 5. To make it easy, Look for a Boots and Blossoms Auction donation table in the MPR at our upcoming Family Math Night on January 28th starting at 5:30pm OR Contact Jessica Burnham: NewcastleAuction2025@gmail.com Please include a procurement form with your item(s). Forms can be found on the PTSA website or available at the Family Math Night event. AUCTION PROCUREMENT FORM Thank you for supporting our PTSA! ____________________________________________________________________________ Save the Date for Movie Night: Mark your calendars—Movie Night is coming to Newcastle Elementary! We’re excited to invite all families to join us for a fun-filled evening of entertainment, community, and, of course, popcorn! Here are the details you need to know: When: Friday, January 24th Time: 6:00 PM Where: Newcastle Elementary Multipurpose Room What to bring: Be sure to pack your chairs, blankets, and water to make yourselves comfortable for a cozy movie night under the stars. We’ll take care of the rest—popcorn will be provided to keep everyone munching happily throughout the film! How you can help: This event wouldn’t be possible without the help of our amazing volunteers! If you're interested in lending a hand, we’d love to have you on board, every bit of support makes a big difference. Sign up to volunteer to help with Movie Night here! Sign up to help with POPCORN here! We can’t wait to see you there! ____________________________________________________________________________ Attention 5th Grade Families! We understand that the 5th grade yearbook is a highly anticipated item, and many families are eager for information. However, please note that all 5th grade families will be notified at the same time once we are ready to release the details. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we finalize the plans and will share the information as soon as it is available. For those families who have opted in for PTSA communications, you will be the first to receive notifications about the 5th grade yearbook. This option is available during EVP (Enrollment Verification Process) or when you sign up to become a member of the Newcastle PTSA. If you haven’t signed up yet, we encourage you to do so to ensure you stay informed about important updates and opportunities. Thank you for your understanding and continued support! If you have questions please email: NewcastlePTSA.President@gmail.com ____________________________________________________________________________ We Want to See Your Winter Break Memories! We are looking for pictures of students from their Winter Break to feature in the yearbook! Whether you went out of town, stayed home, or had a cozy staycation, we’d love to include your memories! How to Submit: Subject Line: WINTER BREAK Send photos to: NewcastleYearbook04@gmail.com Please make sure your pictures are clear and appropriate for the yearbook, and don’t forget to include your student’s name in the email so we can credit the photo properly! We can’t wait to see how everyone spent their break! ____________________________________________________________________________ Great news, Newcastle families—Popcorn Fridays are officially doubling in frequency! Due to popular demand and the enthusiasm of our students, we are now offering Popcorn Fridays twice a month! By offering popcorn twice a month, we hope to bring even more smiles to our students, while also supporting our PTSA initiatives. All proceeds from Popcorn Fridays go toward funding educational programs and events for Newcastle Elementary. Sign up to volunteer here! ____________________________________________________________________________ Newcastle Staff Appreciation Luncheon – Help Needed! Every year, the families of Newcastle come together to host three luncheons to show our teachers and staff how much we appreciate everything they do for our children. Our first luncheon of the year is just around the corner, and we need the help of our 4th and 5th grade families to create a delicious Mexican Feast for our dedicated educators! Event Details: Date: Tuesday, January 21st Theme: Mexican Feast Who’s Needed: 4th and 5th Grade Families How to Help: Sign up to bring a dish or contribute in other ways To sign up and help make this event a success, please visit: bit.ly/ncstafflunch Thank you in advance for your generosity and support. Let’s make this luncheon an unforgettable celebration of our amazing staff! SIGN UP HERE ____________________________________________________________________________ What is the Angel Program? The Angel Program exists to support our families impacted by financial hardships. Our school counselor assists these families in identifying community resources. Volunteers within Newcastle Elementary fulfill additional family requests. Each of our families/students and volunteers remain anonymous. Be Brave. Privacy of all requests will be respected. From a winter coat to school supplies, rain boots to a birthday gift, our school counselor, Kailey Mutter, is available to help in a time of need. Please send an email to mutterk@issaquah.wednet.edu. Be an Angel. Become an Angel Donor. Angel Donors directly impact the health and well-being of Newcastle students. Anyone can be an Angel Donor by shopping, purchasing and/or delivering requests. Email newcastleptsa.angel@gmail.com for inquiries. Be a Model. Demonstrate to your student the importance of giving and receiving. Be the foundation and build a stronger community. ____________________________________________________________________________ School & Community News "LIKE" Us on Facebook and Stay Informed "Like" us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NewcastleLionsPTSA/ "FOLLOW" Us on Instagram and Stay Connected "Follow" us on Instagram @newcastlelionsptsa Click HERE to view previous eBlasts.

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