Contact Information
Email: stacey_m_brown@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/pagees/
Location: 13400 Tamarack Rd, Silver Spring, MD, USA
Phone: 240-740-7560
Twitter: @WTPagePenguins
WT Page Principal's Message
Dear Page Families,
Welcome to October and the beautiful fall season! As we embrace the cooler weather and autumn festivities, we look forward to sharing many exciting events and opportunities with our school community this month! Happy National Principals' Month!
1. Weekend Challenge for Page Fun Run Boosterthon Fundraiser - We have a very special challenge for THIS WEEKEND ONLY. It’s called… “The Weekend Challenge”. To complete the “Weekend Challenge,” any student who gets a NEW donation of $2 per laps, which is the same as $60, over the weekend, will receive the GOLDEN EDITION SPECIAL DUDE PERFECT KEYCHAIN! Students, get super excited to rise to the challenge! This is your ONLY chance to earn a BONUS prize in addition to your normal prizes! Remember if we hit our our $5,000 goal, we will Sundae a Teacher or Principal!
2. Hispanic Heritage Celebration Evening Event - October 10th @ 6:30 -Join us for this exciting event filled with culture, music, and food as we honor Hispanic heritage in a fun and educational way!
(See Flyer Below)
3. Sip n’ Paint – October 10th, 6:30 – 8 pm in Art Room G102 (See flyer below)
- Items created by students at our Sip n' Paint event can be submitted as an entry to the National Arts Reflections Program.
- RSVP for Sip n' Paint here or Volunteer to help at Sip n' Paint
- For more information visit https://www.wtpagepta.org/services-3
4. Page Fun Run Event on **Friday, October 11th, at 6:00 PM** on the school field! This event will raise funds for our school while promoting physical activity and community spirit.
Fundraising is already underway! If you haven’t signed up, visit [mybooster.com](https://mybooster.com) today. Our goal is to raise **$5,000** to enhance our school’s resources, and we need your support to make it happen.- How it works:
Students collect pledges from family and friends until **October 11th**. The more pledges, the more prizes they can win! Contributions can be made per lap or as a set amount. Don’t miss the weekend and nightly challenges for extra prizes! 💻 Sign up online OPEN at MyBooster.com
*Need help signing up? Video instructions HERE.
👟 Fun Run Event Day @ 6:00 PM – 10/11/2024
On the day of the Fun Run, students will move for **35 minutes** to a lively soundtrack. All students are encouraged to participate, regardless of funds raised.
Thank you for supporting WT Page Elementary! We’re looking forward to a fantastic event.We need volunteers! Sign up to volunteer here
5. Happy Building Services Day was October 2nd - (See Flyer Below) - Thank you to our amazing building services staff: Mrs. Romero, Mrs. Gaitian, Mrs. Gloria, Ms. Yoon, and Mr. Gutierrez
See you bright and early Monday Morning.
Ms. Brown
Principal
Mark Your Calendars - Upcoming Dates
This Week
- Tuesday, October 8th - Free and Reduced Priced Meals Applications must be submitted
- Thursday, October 10th - Hispanic Heritage Evening Event (See Flyer Below) @ 6:30 PM and PTA SIP n' Paint event from 6:30 - 8:00 PM (see information below)
- Friday, October 11th - PTA Boosterthon - Page Fun Run at 6:00 PM on the school field! This event will raise funds for our school while promoting physical activity and community spirit.
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday, October 16th - PTA Spirit Night at Chipotle
Friday, October 18th - No School for Students and Staff
Monday, October 21st - Thomas Taylor Superintendent Meets with Community at Paint Branch HS @ 7:00 - 8:00 PM (See Information Below - MCPS News)
Week of October 21th - 25th: Red Ribbon and Mental Health Week
Apply for Free and Reduced Meals (FARMS) for 2024 - 2025 School Year - Due by October 8th
FARMS applications must be completed each school year. New for the 2024 - 2025 school year students in Maryland who qualify for reduced-price meals will not be charged for meals. The application for FARMS is online and has been updated for the new school year. Apply using www.MySchoolApps.com; this is the preferred application method. You can also apply online using the QR code.
Page PTA Want Your Input - Help them Out!!
- How can we better serve our children and school? Take the Family Survey here
- MCPS Calendar Survey on 2025-2026 school year calendar
- PTA Members only: Free State PTA wants your feedback to ensure they are capturing the diverse perspectives and priorities within our school communities. Take the Survey here.
Reflections Art Program - Accepting Imperfection
- National PTA Arts Program - Students are invited to create theme-based artwork in the categories of dance choreography, film production, literature, musical composition, photography or visual arts.
- More information to come. Please contact Miranda at VPofprograms@wtpagepta.org with any questions.
Teachers Lounge Snack Donation
- While our beloved teachers are busy raising the bar for our kiddos, we are going to set a different "BAR" for them daily to say "Thank YOU" for all their hard work. If you would like to drop-off snacks, please leave them in the Front Office and let the staff know that the items are for the Snack Pantry. This is an ongoing effort and will seek support for the remainder of the school year. If you would like to contribute to helping make this happen click on a slot and sign up. If you would like to make a cash donation, please visit the PTA store by clicking Cash Donation or sign up
Join & Renew Your PTA Membership
- Renew every year
- Join for as low as $12
Three great reasons to JOIN the PTA
❶ Amplify your voice.
❷ Have fun and meet new people!
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WT Page PTA Calendar
- Stay up-to-date with upcoming events, news and meetings.
- Subscribe to our calendar today!
Calling all Volunteers- We need your help!
- PTA Financial Review: We are looking for three members to serve on the financial review committee to conduct an examination of the PTA financial records. Please contact us at president@wtpagepta.org if interested. PTA members only!
- Sip n' Paint - sign up to volunteer here
- Boosterthon - Sign up to volunteer here
- Book Fair - sign up to volunteer here
- Committees - Reflections, Bingo Night, Winter Dance, Spring Fling, Silent Auction, Teacher Appreciation & more. Contact president@wtpagepta.org if interested.
Box Tops for Education
- Download the Box Tops app, use the WT Page Referral Code (KP1V04U6) and scan your receipts to help us reach our goal. Buy Box Top products, refer friends and family and other parents in the school to download the app. This will help us reach our goal of $500!!
Superintendent’s Community Engagement Meeting - Monday, Oct. 21, Paint Branch High School, 7–8 p.m.
