We are very thankful for our amazing Einstein Otters! Whether you are a student, staff member, volunteer, or parent -- our community would not be the same without you. We are grateful for each and every one of you.
With your help we can support multiple Einstein programs! Thank you! Please enjoy this coming break with family and friends.
🎉Congratulations to Our Winning Classes! 🎉
We are excited to celebrate two awesome achievements in our school community!
A big congratulations to the top three classes that got the highest number of PTSA Memberships: Sra. Reynoso's (5th DL), Mrs. Johnson's (4th DL) and Mrs. Silverman's (3rd DL),
Another huge round of applause to the class that won the Walk to School Campaign challenge: Mrs. Leeds! (3rd)
Thank you for your enthusiasm, teamwork, and school spirit. Your hard work truly makes a difference, and we are so proud of you! These classes will receive a special surprise during the following weeks.
Staff Thank You Luncheon - Friday, November 21
Let’s celebrate this thankful season together! Join us for our annual Staff Thank You Luncheon, on Friday, November 21st.
This is the only one we host all year. We encourage you to bring a (homemade optional) dish to share, especially one that highlights your family’s culture or traditions.
It’s a wonderful way to show our gratitude and share the warmth of our community with our amazing Einstein Teachers and Staff.
All dishes need to have an ingredients list so that people with allergies can stay safe.
Einstein Spelling Bee Registration Opens November 19!
Students in grades 1–5 are invited to participate in this year’s Spelling Bee. Registration runs November 19–29. The $25 fee includes enrollment, a participation certificate, and eligibility for the Final School Spelling Bee (after passing the preliminary round).
The Final School Bee will be held February 26 after school in the Einstein Library. Payment can be made online or by check to Einstein PTSA. For refunds, cancellations must be requested by December 1.
Success Funds are available. Cost should never prevent a student from joining. For financial assistance, please contact Mr. Ren at bren@lwsd.org.
Save The Date: Winter Wonderland Craft Fair Friday - December 12
Einstein PTSA Winter Wonderland Craft Fair is Coming Soon!
This year, we will host this fun event on December 12th from 6:30PM to 8:00PM.
Last year, several families signed up to bring homemade items and yummy treats! We hope to see many families again participating and visiting the bazaar this year. You can Sign up at:
Feeling extra festive? Let us know if you'd like to share holiday music during the event (play an instrument, sing, dance). Please sign up for a quick performance during the event.
Get Your Holiday Gifts at Snapdoodle Toys in Redmond - Nov 23 - 30
Shop at ANY Snapdoodle Toy Store November 23 - 30 and 20% goes back to the PTSA of your choice! Just mention Einstein PTSA at the checkout.
Have Fun at the Movies - Get Your Tickets at Regal Cinema, From Now to Dec 31st
Hey, movie fans! From now until December 31st, Regal Cinema is donating 25% of the sales from a special bundle—2 tickets for just $30—at any Regal location!
Go to the following link or scan the QR code, (Tickets must be bought through this link)
This is a fantastic way to enjoy a movie while supporting our community. Grab your bundle, invite a friend, and help us raise funds to keep our beloved cinema thriving. Thank you for your support, and happy watching! 🍿❤️
Einstein Elementary's PTSA Advocacy Corner
Welcome to Einstein Elementary’s PTSA Advocacy Corner! Look here each Ottermail for easy and actionable ways to advocate for our students.
Have you ever found yourself wondering about school funding?! It’s complicated! Check out the following resources for a breakdown of school funding and the “Big Three.”
Battle of the Books is in progress, the kids just started getting ready to participate in their competitions. Parents should've received a message from Ms. Ashley by now.
A big thank you to Einstein PTSA for generously funding the purchase of $195 in books for this year’s Battle of the Books! Thanks also go out to Lake Washington Schools Foundation for awarding our school a $230 grant to purchase more copies of the BOTB titles!
With the support of the Einstein PTSA and the LWSF, we currently have 55 copies of the various titles for all 67 participants to share in preparation for the BOTB competition.
These titles are also available at our local bookstore, Brick & Mortar Books, located at the Redmond Town Center.
Once Battle of the Books is over, one copy of each title will be kept in the library, and the remaining books will be divided and donated to all 4th and 5th grade classrooms. The books became a nice addition to the classroom library for all Einstein students to enjoy.
Thank you for supporting your child’s interest in reading!
Middle School - Choice School Applications
Are you interested in enrolling your child in a choice school? Learn more about the process and curriculum at our information sessions coming up in November and December.
Applications for choiceschools opened on, November 1st and will close on Monday, December 1st at 11:59 PM.
Join LWPTSA Council's Special Education Group (SEG). The meeting will kick off at 6:30 pm, with tea and cookies, mingling and chatting. At 7pm we will begin our presentation.
Raising a child with an IEP or developmental disability is so rewarding, but it can also be hard to know where to turn for help. Join Rachel Nemhauser, Director of Information and Family Support at "The ARC", for a friendly, informative session about local resources in King County that can support your child and family. You’ll learn about programs, community connections, and practical tools to make navigating services a little easier.
The SEG is open to all LWSD families with students receiving special services, including IEPs (Individualized Education Program), 504 accommodations plans or IHPs (Individualized Healthcare Plan).
Rights and Services for Children in Immigrants and Mixed-Status Families
The LWPTSA Council is providing this resource to help all our families feel informed, supported, and aware of their rights and available services. These protocols were gathered fromtrusted sources like the National PTA, WSPTA, and the WA Attorney General's office.
The guidelines affirm your family's right to Safe and Inclusive Schools and Essential Services; they clarify protocols around Limited Cooperation with ICE in Protected Locations. The documents also include practical guidance for Community Response Preparedness and steps to take during a Law Enforcement encounter. [Read details about each bullet on our website.]
Please review this information and distribute the flyers to your school community
