Friday Message
Friday, September 20th
Principal Updates
Hello PUE Families,
We're excited to introduce this year's main fundraiser, the Pleasant Union Elementary Fun Run. Our goal this year is to raise $40,000 for teacher supplements, student online subscriptions, curriculum support, wellness efforts, the arts and global program to benefit ALL students at Pleasant Union Elementary. Anyone who registers before Kickoff will be entered into a drawing for 3 students to get a free year book and school supplies. (3 winners total, 2 from track 1,2,3 and 1 winner from track 4)
We’re excited for this fundraising experience because it offers 3 important things to our school community:
1️⃣ User-friendly fundraising platform
2️⃣ Character enrichment program
3️⃣ Fitness-focused event that includes ALL of our students
As a family, you will work together asking friends and family to donate on your student’s Donation Page at MyBooster.com. The best part is, you can still support our school just by SHARING about the fundraiser! Anyone who registers before Kickoff will be entered into a drawing for 3 students to get a free year book and school supplies. (3 winners total, 2 from track 1,2,3 and 1 winner from track 4)
Students will also experience an amazing character enrichment program called “Castle Quest”, teaching students about how to be brave and live with character. Anyone who registers before Kickoff will be entered into a drawing for 3 students to get a free year book and school supplies. (3 winners total, 2 from track 1,2,3 and 1 winner from track 4). We look forward to a great Fun Run!
Key Dates to Remember:
💻 Sign up online at MyBooster.com – 9/26
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – Tracks 1,2 & 3 10/10 and Track 4 10/23
👟 Event Day – Tracks 1,2 & 3 10/18 and Track 4 10/31
A couple of highlights in this newsletter and the upcoming week:
- Boosterthon Info
- 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
Announcements
Literacy at Home
Checkout some resources for digital literacy resources available to all of our families:
Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run is back at PUE for FALL 2024! Twice per week for 10 weeks, girls will
have fun, make friends, increase their physical activity levels and learn important life skills. Trained and caring coaches lead 3rd - 5th-grade girls through interactive lessons and movement activities. The season ends with a celebratory 5K event.
SEASON DETAILS: Flyer and Registration
General Registration: 08/06/24 - 09/16/24
Program Starts: 09/09/2024
Practices: Monday & Thursday 4:00-5:15 PM
We are looking for one more Coach to give us more scheduling flexibility with the tracks! Click the link here to learn more: Coach Recruitment
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.
PUE PTA Updates
Save the Dates
September 26-City Barbeque Spirit Event
October 18-Boosterthon Event Day for Track 1, 2, & 3
October 27- Triangle Rock Club Spirit Event, 6-8p
October 31-Boosterthon Event Day for Track 4
November 1-Carpool Casanova-(get your pink ready!) <—please note correct date
November 20-Chipotle Spirit Event
Spirit Event
City BBQ (9424 Falls of Neuse Rd.) Spirit Event is next Thursday, 9/26 from 11am-8pm. Make sure to mention PUE if dining in or use code FUNDA if ordering online.
GoPlaySave-Support Chorus and Music Department
Now through October 7, all students are welcome to sell GoPlaySave coupon books. Purchasing a book will give you access to hundreds of discounts to vendors all over the Triangle! The top selling student will win a party at Urban Air. Students who sell three or more books will be entered into prize drawings. All funds raised will benefit the PUE chorus and Music Department. Click here to see the list of vendors and to purchase.
Picture Day
Sign up to help students line-up and smile for picture day-this is the picture that goes in the yearbook. October 9-Tracks 1 & 3-Sign-up here.
NC State Fair tickets
Through the NC State Fair Tools for Schools Program, PUE can receive a portion of your NC State Fair admission ticket. For every ticket purchased using this link, and PUE code 531, the Fair will donate money to PUE!
TreeringYearbook
Order your PUE Yearbook before October 31, get 10% off. Link here.
Harris Teeter VIC Card
An easy way to support our school is by linking your Harris Teeter VIC card to PUE. Remember, you need to re-link every school year! Link Here.
Boosterthon
We're excited to introduce this year's main fundraiser, the Pleasant Union Elementary Fun Run. Our goal this year is to raise $40,000 for teacher supplements, student online subscriptions, curriculum support, wellness efforts, the arts and global program to benefit ALL students at Pleasant Union Elementary. Anyone who registers before Kickoff will be entered into a drawing for 6 students to get a free year book and school supplies. (6 winners total, 3 from track 1,2,3 and 3 winners from track 4)
We’re excited for this fundraising experience because it offers 3 important things to our school community:
User-friendly fundraising platform
Character enrichment program
Fitness-focused event that includes ALL of our students
As a family, you will work together asking friends and family to donate on your student’s Donation Page at MyBooster.com. The best part is, you can still support our school just by SHARING about the fundraiser! Anyone who registers before Kickoff will be entered into a drawing for 6 students to get a free year book and school supplies. (6 winners total, from track 1,2,3 and 3 winner from track 4)
Students will also experience an amazing character enrichment program called “Castle Quest”, teaching students about how to be brave and live with character. Anyone who registers before Kickoff will be entered into a drawing for 6 students to get a free year book and school supplies.
Key Dates to Remember:
Sign up online at MyBooster.com – 9/26
Fundraiser Kickoff in school – Tracks 1,2 & 3 10/10 and Track 4 10/23
Event Day – Tracks 1,2 & 3 10/18 and Track 4 10/31
More details to come! Follow our social pages for updates on our fundraiser and Booster FAQ's can be found here. <--
Join the PTA
It’s just $10 per person, and there’s no time commitment required. Join Here – remember, strength in numbers!
PUE Spirit Wear- Last Call!
Get your panther their ‘90s inspired PUE spirit shirts before they sell out. We have limited size/color availability so grab one now! Check out the options 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.
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!
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
Important Upcoming Dates
Mark Your Calendar
9/26- City Barbeque Spirit Event
9/27- Tr. 4 Track-out Day
9/30- Tr. 1 Track-in Day
10/18- Boosterthon Event Day for Track 1, 2, & 3
10/31- Boosterthon Event Day for Track 4
11/1- Carpool Casanova-(get your pink ready!)
11/20- Chipotle Spirit Event