The much-anticipated Spelling Bee has been officially rescheduled and will now take place on:
Thursday February 27th, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM in the Gym
This exciting event is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their spelling skills, build confidence, and engage in a friendly yet competitive atmosphere. Participants have been working hard to prepare, and we are eager to see their dedication and talent on display.
We encourage all students, parents, and staff to attend and support the competitors as they spell their way to victory. Whether you are cheering from the audience or participating in the competition, your presence will make this event even more special.
If you have any questions or need further details, please reach out to the event organizers.
International & Multicultural Night is Next Week!
Thursday, February 27th
Get ready to celebrate the cultural diversity of our Einstein Community!
Thursday, February 27th 7:00PM to 8:30PM
International & Multi-Cultural Night is one of our biggest events of the year! It is a free, fun-filled family event, where our community represents their different culture, or country of origin by displaying posters, items, serving food, and culture performances.
So far these countries will be sharing with us:
Argentina Colombia Iraq Japan
Malta Mexico Phillippines Russia
If you don't see your country listed above, please sign up now! Just follow the link below to reserve a booth for your country, or sign up to perform cultural music/dance.
Represent your culture or country by displaying posters, artifacts, maps, photos, history, activities, and/or sharing food samples!
Volunteers are an essential part of this event, so please consider committing to a 30-minute slot to make this event fun and successful. Please click on the following link if you are able to volunteer for setting up, clean up, oversee passport & prizes table:
Are you ready to make a difference and have some fun? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our School Fun Run Committee!
*Help Us Make This Year's Event Unforgettable!*
As a committee member, you'll play a vital role in organizing this exciting event. From sponsorship and volunteer coordination to course planning and festivities, there's something for everyone.
Let's work together to make this year's School Fun Run an unforgettable experience!
🔬🧪Science Expo Coming soon!🧪🔬
The Science Expo is coming up, Friday, March 21st, from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Einstein Gym and Commons! There are several things you can do to prepare for this exciting night of science.
Put the event on your calendar and plan to attend!
All grades K through 5 are invited to complete an experiment or research-based learning project! This is optional and is NOT required to attend the Expo. Helpful information is located here: https://einsteinptsa.org/Page/Family_Events/ScienceExpo#
If your student plans to complete a project for the Expo, tri-fold demonstration boards and Expo sign-ups will be available in the library from 9:00-9:15 am and 3:50-4:00 pm, the week of February 24th-28th. Tri-fold demonstration boards will be provided AT NO COST. It is ok to choose a project after signing up. If you are planning to provide your student’s demonstration board, please email scienceexpo@einsteinptsa.org to sign up.
Volunteer at the Expo! Information and sign-ups coming soon.
Be a demonstrator! Want to share your scientific expertise, knowledge, or a cool science activity with Einstein students? Consider hosting a demonstration/experiment at the Expo. For questions or to submit your ideas, email scienceexpo@einsteinptsa.org.
Parents/Guardians – we are trying to collect gently used and/or purchase new noise cancelling headphones so that all GEN ED classrooms and spaces (i.e., cafeteria, PE, Music) have at least one pair available for students who may benefit from their use.
Please donate gently used ones and/or consider purchasing one.
Here is a link for some on Amazon, but any color and/or brand will do as long as they are for kids.
The district does not have an “approved” brand/style for this item.
For questions please reach out to: president@einsteinptsa.org
Community
Green Team Winners!!!
Dear Einstein Otters, the PTSA and the Green Team would like to make an announcement WAY OVERDUE about the winners of our "Walk and Roll" Fall campaign!
The prize goes toMrs. Leeds class!
They had the highest participation, and almost everyone filled out every part of the map!
Congratulations! You get to pick what kind of party you want: pizza, cupcakes, or ice cream!
Einstein returned 388 maps out of 500. Last Spring we got back all our maps and the school received $1500 from the City of Redmond! Let's try to return all our maps in our Spring Walk and Roll Campaign!
Einstein Family Library Night
At Brick & Mortar Books in RTC!
Get ready for an evening of books! Einstein’s February Family Library Night will be at:
Brick & Mortar Bookstore on Monday February 24th.
Visit the store between 5:30-7:30pm on Monday February 24th, for a time of family friendly, casual, fun evening. Come be entertained by several Einstein teachers who will be reading aloud several great books.
Browse the store for some new reading material. Einstein Elementary’s Library will benefit from a percentage of the store’s sales between the hours of 5:30-7:30pm.
See you on the 24th as Brick & Mortar hosts our Family Library Night.
Spirit Day February 28th
Einstein Spirit Day theme: HAT DAY!
Friday, February 28th
Send your little otters to school in their favorite hat!
Lunch & Learn—Special Education: Feb. 20th
LWPTSA Council invites everyone to join us at noon on Thursday, Feb. 20, as we welcome Dr. Shannon Hitch, LWSD's Executive Director of Special Services, who will discuss Special Education. Hear about the resources and supports available to students in our school district. Find out who is eligible to access special education services in LWSD, what to expect, and how to keep your students' accommodations current.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 20, from 12 to 1 pm WHERE: Zoom —Register TOPIC: Special Education SPEAKER: Dr. Shannon Hitch, LWSD Executive Director of Special Services
Lunch & Learn consists of virtual sessions held on select Thursdays during the school year, where we share short presentations, followed by Q&A, on topics of interest to our PTA and school community. Lunch & Learns are always free to join. Grab your lunch, log on, and learn with us!
Questions? Email LWPTSA Council Executive Vice President Bhaskar Ravikanti, at EVP@LWPTSA.net.