ForWard 09.18.22
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, September 20
Fall PTO Meeting, on Zoom at 7:30pm
(https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84962895390)
Weds, September 21
Grade 1 Parent/Guardian Potluck
Thursday, September 22
Last day to purchase fall spirit wear!
Picture Day!
Thursday, September 29
Fifth Grade Pizza Sale - half day
Saturday, October 1
Grade 2 Parent/Guardian Potluck
Monday, October 3
Kindergarten Parent/Guardian Potluck (note date change!)
Saturday, October 15
Grade 4 Parent/Guardian Potluck
See all events on our Calendar
News
Fall PTO Meeting, Zoom
We hope that you can join us this Tuesday evening, September 20, 2022 at 7:30 PM for our first PTO General Meeting of the school year: ALL are welcome! We will take a look back at the success of the 21-22 school year and share some exciting glimpses of what we have in store for 2022-23! We will be seeking input and comments and will open the discussion to any and all questions that may be on your mind in September as we all settle into the new year. Looking forward to seeing you: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84962895390
Call for Room Parents
Seeking volunteers for 4G, 4R, and 2S!! Could have one additional in 5A, 3K, 1H and KCM as well!
With the excitement of teacher assignments last Friday comes our first call for Room Parents for the upcoming year. We seek 1-2 parents per class. Do you think you may be interested? Here is a glimpse at some of the responsibilities of a room parent:
Serve as a liaison between the classroom teacher and the parent/guardian community to coordinate classroom events, volunteers, supplies, teacher appreciation, gifts and more.
Serve as liaison between the PTO leadership and your classroom community by helping to solicit volunteers (example field trips, grade level potlucks, grade level programming, etc), encouraging participation in events/meetings and representing your class to the PTO.
Support all Creative Arts and Sciences programming for your grade level - this could involve coordinating volunteers, providing materials for guests and more.
And more! You will have regular communication with the PTO Board to support overall efforts to build community amongst your class and grade level.
This role can be done almost entirely on your own schedule and from your own home!
Questions? Please email copresidents@wardpto.org
Interested? Please sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/roomparents2223
All New Ward Spirit Wear - LAST CHANCE!
Plan early for upcoming spirit days and to rock Ward school spirit every day you choose! All new options available now thru September 22, 2022 so don’t delay! Spirit wear sales will reopen before winter holidays.
Ward SpiritWear Store
Updates: Grade-level Potluck Hosts: Seeking volunteers for Grades 3 and 5!
Families in grades K, 1, 2 and 4 should have received e-invitations from your hosts. If not, please let us know (and please check your details in the directory too!). Email us at copresidents@wardpto.org.
We are seeking hosts for third and fifth grade families - if you would like to learn more and/or if you are ready to sign up, email copresidents@wardpto.org. *Note, for families in need, the PTO can provide financial assistance for child care and/or potluck contributions - reach out to Ward Cares at keren.wainger@gmail.com.
Shopping on Amazon?
Here is your annual reminder to be sure that all those Amazon purchases you are making are supporting Ward! You can designate Ward as a beneficiary on your account or when you shop, use the Amazon Smile link: https://smile.amazon.com/.
Thanks for your continued support - every penny raised goes towards our students’ experiences at Ward!
Community Notes & Announcements
Newton's Cultural Development Office Fall Events
October 16th on the Newton Centre Green: the Harvest Fair is a wonderful family event in Newton Centre where kids can enjoy games, rides, and entertainment (and all that yummy fair food their parents won't want them to eat).
Halloween Window Painting Contest: A once-a-year opportunity for creative kid artists to adorn Newton storefronts with Halloween-themed art. It's open to all Newton students in grades 3-8, and they can register here.
Join Newton Cub Scouts Pack 210
Boys and girls grades 1-5 are invited to join Newton Cub Scout Pack 210 (http://pack210newton.scoutlander.com). Scouting is a great opportunity to make new friendships and learn new skills. We have an exciting year planned, with fun activities including camping, hiking, Pinewood Derby, outdoor activities, community service, and monthly Den/Pack meetings. Our first meeting is on Thursday, September 22 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Arsenal Park, 485 Arsenal St in Watertown. The meeting will feature George Saterial, a hilarious comedian/magician who will perform a half hour show, rain or shine. We will also have frozen treats and it will be a great opportunity to learn more about our upcoming year. Please join us (not necessary to pre-register) or email Colin at (c.elliott.murphy@gmail.com) with questions or if you’re interested in joining. We look forward to a great Scouting year ahead!
Newton North Class of 2023 - Mini-Golf Fundraiser for Pediatric Cancer
The Newton North Class of 2023 is partnering with Putting 4 Patients to host a Mini-Golf Fundraiser on October 1st, 12-3pm, on the Newton North Front Field. (In case of rain, the event will be in the Newton North SOA). All proceeds go to Pediatric Cancer at Boston Children’s Hospital and Dana Farber.
Activities include an 18-Hole Mini-Golf Course with prizes for the winner and the winning team, a Hole in One Contest, Face Painting and a Prize Drawing. Entry is $10 for students and kids and $15 for adults. All are welcome! Food from food trucks and a concession stand will also be available for purchase, and some proceeds will benefit the Newton North Class of 2023.
Additional donations to Putting for Patients from this event can be made here: https://danafarber.jimmyfund.org/site/TR?fr_id=1790&pg=team&team_id=17669. On this site you can also mention why you are supporting.
Newton’s Community Table tickets now on sale!
The Newton Food Pantry is thrilled to host Newton’s Community Table — a unique event where guests can experience the tastes of some of Newton’s best restaurants, while also giving back to their community. Join us on September 22nd for great food, live music, a silent auction and our famous mystery boxes! All proceeds benefit the Newton Food Pantry.
Thursday, September 22nd
6:00pm–9:00pm
The Windsor Club
1601 Beacon Street, Waban
$125 per person
https://newtonfoodpantry.org/about-us/newtons-community-table
Please follow Community Notes updates at: https://newtonptocouncil.org/community/
And please continue to follow the PTO on instagram @wardelementary_pto