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June, 2025
2024/2025 School Year

 

NEWS & UPDATES FROM NEWCASTLE ELEMENTARY PTSA

Important Dates to Remember 

 

EVP 2025
August 7- 13

ISD Volunteer Applications
August 4th

1st Kinder Connect
July 26

2nd Kinder Connect  August 30t

1st Day of Class
August 28

 

 
 
 
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Hello kindergarten families!

Welcome to Newcastle Elementary!  We are Stephanie Shujman, Melissa Federhar and Darshita Sheth, this year's KinderConnect PTSA co-chairs for the upcoming school year.  We are parents at Newcastle Elementary and, like you, currently have kindergarteners starting school this Fall or had Kindergarteners last Fall!  We look forward to a wonderful, learning, and fun year ahead!

KinderConnect is a PTSA program that is dedicated to giving kindergarten families a chance to meet one another in-person and get-together with informal social events. The idea is for parents, kindergartners, and our families to build a community and stay connected outside of the classroom!

Mark your calendars!  Coming up is a summer playdate planned for Saturday, July 26th from 1:00 to 3:00pm at Lake Boren Park. We hope you can join us to meet new friends, say hello to familiar faces, and enjoy a day at the park before the school year begins! We will keep you posted by email and through our PTSA social media as we add more dates to the calendar throughout the school year.  There is a second Playdate planned for late August, so keep your eyes peeled for that later in the summer!

About the PTSA: In addition to KinderConnect, the PTSA puts on a number of events and provides various enrichment programs for Newcastle students and families.  If you are new to the school, there are plenty of ways to get involved at Newcastle, like taking on a position with the PTSA and volunteering. If you'd like to learn more, please reach out anytime or chat with us at an upcoming KinderConnect event.  

Our PTSA outreach chairs are Lynnyetta Keller and Jill Binks. You can reach them at: newcastleptsa.outreach@gmail.com. Both of them would love to hear from you, answer any questions or point you to the right resources, and share ideas about our awesome school community.

Enjoy the last few weeks of summer! We are ready for the excitement that is sure to come when Newcastle Elementary welcomes all of our newest little lions to the school!

Warm Regards,

Stephanie, Melissa & Darshita

Newcastle PTSA KinderConnect Chairs

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Why Join?

Joining the PTSA is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to support your child’s education and strengthen our school community. Here’s why membership matters:

✅ Amplify Your Voice
Your membership gives you a voice in decisions that directly impact students, teachers, and families.

✅ Support School Programs
PTSA funding helps bring cultural events, educational programs, teacher appreciation efforts, and community-building activities to life.

✅ Stay Connected
Get timely updates about school events, volunteer opportunities, and how to get involved—stay informed and engaged!

✅ Lead by Example
Show your children the importance of community involvement, advocacy, and teamwork.

✅ Make a Real Impact
Whether or not you have time to volunteer, your membership strengthens our ability to advocate for students and fund important initiatives.

💡 Membership doesn’t mean you’re signing up to volunteer—it simply shows you care.

Let’s work together to make our school stronger, more inclusive, and more vibrant for all families.
👉 Join the PTSA today and be part of something bigger!

 

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WE ALL NEED TO APPLY THROUGH THE ISSAQUAH SCHOOL DISTRICT TO BE A VOLUNTEER!!

Here is why we need to apply:

Applying through the school district is an important step to ensure that all volunteers are qualified, safe, and ready to support our students. Here's why it's required:

🔒 Student Safety First
Every child deserves a safe learning environment. Background checks help ensure that all volunteers meet district safety standards.

✅ Accountability and Oversight
Registering volunteers allows schools to track who is on campus, when, and for what purpose—helping staff maintain a secure and organized environment.

📋 Clear Expectations
The application process often includes training on school policies, privacy rules, and appropriate conduct, so everyone is on the same page.

💼 District Policy Compliance
It ensures the school and volunteers are aligned with district guidelines and state regulations.

👥 Supports a Trusted Community
When all volunteers go through the same approval process, it builds trust among families, staff, and students.

Applications for 2025-2026 school year open on August 4th. 
Apply Here

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Purchase School Supplies Here!

They will be delivered straight to your front door!  

Order online today!

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We need a popcorn chair for 2025-2026 school year!

Sign-up during EVP

 

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Hey Newcastle families!

Starting at a new school can be really exciting, but also quite challenging. There are many new opportunities, and many new families, with many questions. How does the car pickup line work? When and where are soccer sign-ups? Where can I get my kid a haircut? Where should we do ballet? The list goes on!

We have created a WhatsApp group for all new families and existing Newcastle Elementary parents and caregivers across each grade. We hope you will join the group, to either be welcomed or assist in the welcoming and to ask questions or provide infinite knowledge about Newcastle Elementary and related school programs.

Use the QR code to join. The intent is that this is a low effort way to crowdsource input from fellow families when a new, or current family has a question. Email Stephanie at: newcastleptsa.volunteers@gmail.com if you need any assistance!

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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.

 
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