Friday Message

Hello PUE Families,

Happy Friday and happy track-out day to track 2! We hope you have a relaxing track-out and are excited to have track 3 returning on Monday, 8/19.

While traditional school does not start until 8/27, some routes may be affected next week as drivers begin practice runs of traditional routes. We do not expect extreme impacts until 8/27. Please make sure to review updates bus stop times here. Many of our buses will not even depart from PUE until after 4:20. We will only send a communication via Remind texts about late buses if it is running more than 20 minutes behind it's normal schedule. If you have not done so already, please make sure that you are signed up for our Remind texts for bus transportation (click here sign-up). This is how we communicate when a bus is late or cancelled.

A couple of highlights in this newsletter and the upcoming week:

• PUE PTA Sponsorship Packages
• Tennis Time Information
• Volunteer Information
• PTA Updates including how to join the PTA (click here).
• Important upcoming dates.

Please make sure to read through for more details and additional items. I hope everyone has a great weekend!

-Mr. Tunstall

Micromobility Art Contest Winners

A big congratulations to 3 of our awesome Panther artists for winning the City of Raleigh Transportation Micromobility Art Contest. Students across the county submitted art to represent sustainable transportation. Their art is now proudly displayed at several bike share stations throughout the city. Great job to Rohan R., Josie J., and Sierra L. for being such amazing artists and Proud Panthers! More information and the art locations can be found here if you want to checkout the bike share locations.

4th /5th AIG Parent Meetings

The AIG Parent Meetings are geared toward fourth and fifth grade parents who have students currently identified in our AIG Program. Topics will include an overview of the WCPSS AIG Program and specific details related to Pleasant Union's AIG services.

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 from 2:30-3:00

(Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ipt-nycy-qwi)

OR

August 23, 2024 from 9:30-10:00

(Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ipt-nycy-qwi)

Third Grade Explorers Parent Meetings

The Third Grade Explorers Meetings are designed to give parents an overview of the Explorers Program and answer any questions they have about the program, CogAT/IOWA testing, or AIG identification.

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 from 3:00-3:30

(Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ipt-nycy-qwi

OR

Friday, August 23, 2024 from 10:00-10:30

(Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ipt-nycy-qwi)

Tracks 1 & 2: BIMAS Opt Out letters

This year, our school will participate in a screener that measures the social, emotional, and behavioral health of all students. Detailed parent letters went home in Tuesday folders this week. If you do not want your child screened, please complete the opt out form and return it to your child's teacher by August 16. Contact Ms. McNeill with any questions or concerns.

Tennis Time

Tennis Time is back for the Fall season. Students can participate in their program after-school, beginning 9/3/24. Checkout their flyer here for more information, or go to their website for registration details.

Carpool Lane Reminders

As a reminder, during morning carpool, do not cut through the parking lot. We have many staff, as well as students walking through the parking lot at various times and do not want an accident to happen. Also, carpool lane remains 2 lanes until you get close to the carpool circle. This helps us prevent the carpool line from stretching onto the road for too long.

Additional Carpool Tag

If your family needs a third carpool tag, it can be purchased here. The memberhub website will allow you to select any quantity, but there is only one tag available for each family. Anyone without a carpool tag will be asked to pack and pick up their child from the front office. Families that carpool - the adult will need the carpool tag of each student - not just the number. Contact Ms. McNeill with any questions or concerns.

PUE Backpack Buddies Program (Food Assistance)

Pleasant Union has a food assistant program called Backpack BUddies. Students in this program will receive a bag of non-perishable food every Friday while they are tracked in. If you would like your child to receive food, please complete this form: PUE Backpack Buddies Program

If you have any questions about this program, please contact Mrs. Bratt, K-2 School Counselor at cbratt@wcpss.net or 919-870-4230 ext 20417.

Front Office Reminder

Please remember that per WCPSS policy, any visitor to a school must sign-in at the front office with a photo ID. Please make sure to have a government-issued ID when planning on visiting the school.

Volunteer Registration Open

Volunteer registration is open for the 2024-2025 school year. All volunteers must apply through the new volunteer management system for 2023-24, regardless of any previous volunteer status. Registration can be done on or off school campuses through any mobile device or computer. Individuals will be notified by the MyVolunteer system if they are approved to volunteer.

https://www.wcpss.net/Page/55232

School Meal Accounts

Parents can place money directly onto their child's school meal account through http://www.myschoolbucks.com/. Parents can also place limits on student spending and extra items that students can purchase.

Buses

Bus information can be found here. If you have not already downloaded it, get the Here Comes the Bus App for live GPS tracking. Also, if you plan on using the bus, please join our Remind group for PUE Buses. You will need the code- @7ak6kgh to join. We will use that to communicate when routes are cancelled. Please note that PUE has no control of bus routes or the HCTB app. Please communicate your concerns over bus delays, route cancellations, or GPS tracking directly to the transportation department at 919-805-3030.

Spirit Events- Save the Dates
September 8- General Membership Family Playdate Event, 1pm-3pm in front of school.

Join the PTA- Raffle

Join the PTA before August 18 and all current active members will be entered in a raffle to win a free birthday party at Master Chang’s Martial Arts (valued at $399). Join here.

PUE Spirit Wear

Help your student channel their inner A.C. Slater or Lisa Turtle. Get one of the Saved By the Bell inspired PUE spirit shirts so they can show their Panther Pride in rad ‘90s style. We have limited size/color availability, so grab one before they are sold out! Check out the options here.

Sponsorship Opportunity

Calling all local businesses- please consider sponsoring PUE. Sponsorships support our students, teachers, and school programs while also bringing recognition to your business. Your tax-deductIble investment introduces your business to thousands of people in our

community network, including our PUE families, friends, communitIes, and residents. If you have any questions, contact president@puepta.com. Our sponsorship deadline is September 6, 2024. Learn more about our sponsorship packages below.

2024-2025 PUE Business Sponsorship Letter

2024-2025 PUE Sponsorship Packages

Harris Teeter Vic Card

Don’t forget to link (or relink) your Harris Teeter Vic card to PUE for the 2024-2025 school year. This helps PUE earn funds through the Harris Teeter Together in Education Program, to enroll click here.

PUE grounds maintenance

Do you have a green thumb and like to work outdoors? We are looking for volunteers to help with PUE grounds maintenance: weeding, landscaping, etc. Reach out to collaborationvp@puepta.com if you’re interested.

Spirit Rock

Rent the PUE Spirit Rock. Share birthday messages, congratulations, and celebrations in a fun way while supporting passive fundraising for our school. Rental is $35 for one week. Please make sure you follow the instructions carefully.

1) Check to see if your date is available on Sign-Ups here.

2) Make your payment within 24 hours and make sure you read the fine print instructions here.

Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids- Fundraiser

Update your hairdo and support PUE! Now through August 31, when a child or adult gets a haircut at Sharkey’s North Raleigh location (8835 Six Forks Rd.), Sharkey’s will give a $2 token for the PUE donation bin. Help support our school simply by getting a haircut!

Teacher Appreciation and Support

We are continuing the teacher lounge support this year. The PUE teachers and staff work hard to create the amazing community and learning environment for our students. To show our gratitude, the PTA has created a wishlist of items to stock our teachers' lounge. Click here if you would like to donate. Thank you to all of the families who have already donated! We appreciate your contributions!

Membership

If you would like to get involved with the PTA, you can join us here ($10 individual, $20 family membership).

Donation Links

Harris Teeter-link your VIC card online with PUE

Lowes- link your Lowes Food Fresh Rewards card with PUE

Giveback in MemberHub gives amazing deals that donate back to PUE

Social Media

Like and follow us on Facebook

Follow us on Twitter

PUE PTA Website

8/19- Track 3 Track-in Day

9/8- 1pm-3pm PTA General Membership Meeting and Playdate