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Mon., December 16, 2024		2024/2025 School Year

NEWS & UPDATES FROM NEWCASTLE ELEMENTARY PTSA
Important Dates to Remember Friday, November 15 - January 12: Ice Rink Fundraiser Monday, December 2 - 20: PTSA Membership Drive Monday, December 23 - January 6: Winter Break Friday, March 28: Auction 2025	____________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for your continued support of the Newcastle PTSA! We are excited to kick off our annual membership drive this Monday, and we want YOU to be part of it. By becoming a PTSA member, your student will have the chance to win a special class experience! All current memberships will count toward your student's class total percentage, so every new sign-up helps. Help spread the word and encourage others to join. Your membership not only supports our programs but also enhances the educational experience for all of our students. Thank you again for your support of the Newcastle PTSA. Together, we can make a difference! ____________________________________________________________________________ A message for our Angel Program Chair: Thank you Newcastle community for your generous donations to our Angel program. We have made a huge impact this year and it wouldn’t be possible without the support of everyone! Happy holidays! ____________________________________________________________________________ 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 ____________________________________________________________________________ Popcorn Fridays will now be twice a month! Sign up to volunteer here! ____________________________________________________________________________ Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink: Dates are from November 15, 2024 - January 12, 2025, and they are offering to donate a portion of every ticket purchase back to the Newcastle PTSA! Just let them know that you are from Newcastle Elementary school when you check in. To purchase tickets, go to: https://www.bellevueicerink.com/admission The Bellevue Downtown Association is thrilled to provide a turn-key fundraising opportunity for your school at the 2024-2025 Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink presented by Symetra. The ice rink is a temporary structure at the Bellevue Downtown Park in Downtown Bellevue (south of Bellevue Square), and a production of the Bellevue Downtown Association, a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization. Featuring the region’s largest covered open-air ice (real frozen water) skating experience. Ice skating opens to the public on Friday, November 15 and closes on Sunday, January 12. Families can make it a night of holiday fun with a visit to Snowflake Lane at The Bellevue Collection and stroll through Garden d’Lights at the Bellevue Botanical Garden. ____________________________________________________________________________ Movie Night have been rescheduled for the new year. Please check date for those new dates. ____________________________________________________________________________ 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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