Friday Message
Friday, October 25th
Principal Updates
Hello PUE Families,
We hope everyone has had a great week! We continue to be blown away by how giving our families are during our Boosterthon Fundraiser. The fundraiser wraps up on Thursday, 10/31 with our Tr. 4 Fun Run at 9:45am. Come out and cheer your kiddo on as we celebrate our fundraising success!
Next Thursday, 10/31 is a busy day for us at PUE. In addition to the Fun Run, we will have Carpool Casanova from MIX 101.5 FM on campus during morning carpool 8:45-9:15. He does reward a School Spirit Award for the most spirited school he visits, so we encourage our students to wear pink on Thursday. Families are welcome to park and walk their students to the door and show some school spirit. Even if you don't get out of your car, I recommend that you allot more time for carpool as we expect it to be more crowded and take longer than normal.
A reminder that students may not wear costumes on Halloween, 10/31 during the school day. We appreciate your support in this.
A couple of highlights in this newsletter and the upcoming week:
- Boosterthon Info
- PUE Holiday Giving Tree Info
- 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
Veteran's Day Celebrations
A tradition here at Pleasant Union is to not only host a Veteran's Day Music performance, featuring 3rd graders and our chorus, but also that of sharing bio's and photos of our military heroes!
We post them in our school foyer for everyone to see.
Attached you will find two choices of papers you can use to share.
Feel free to tell us about special family, friends and neighbors who were or are in the military!
Your Veteran can be still alive, or someone who has passed away.
You can use a copy of a photo, or draw a picture, and you can decorate or color your page if you'd like.
All sheets will be returned so be sure to have your name on it!
Please return your papers to Ms. D or to the office.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13q3TUlvNGX_cz09RJXNtBFFciMkrWVHZJrW3snLFhho/edit?usp=sharing
Middle School Information
Wake Young Men’s Leadership Academy Information
PUE HOLIDAY GIVING TREE
OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR YOUR PUE STUDENT(S)
The Holidays are quickly approaching and our school is preparing to support families through our Annual PUE Giving Tree.
It is Pleasant Union's hope that during this holiday season the school community will be able to provide gifts to students in need. These items are not guaranteed and are contingent upon the level of participation we have.
If you would like your child to RECEIVE gifts this holiday season, please submit the following form for EACH child by November 15th.
24-25 PUE Sign up to RECEIVE Gifts
PUE Student Artwork at NC State Fair
The NC state fair has 6 pieces of PUE artwork up for the entire length of the fair. Great job panthers for making PUE and your families proud! The following students have artwork on display in the Kerr Scott building:
Madi M. from Mrs. Sigmon's class
Addie H. from Mrs. Wells' class
Elloitt R. from Mrs. Wells' class
Bentley S. from Mrs. Hoag's class
Sabine R from Mrs. Gorton's class
Kay D. from Mrs. Leavitt's class
Art by Me
Hello Track 1-3 parents! It's Maryann Hopper your child's art teacher. It's time for fundraising with Art by Me! This program helps purchase art supplies for the PUE art room.
In your child's Tuesday folder, you will find your Art by Me form. Your child has a unique form with their name on it, postcards with your child's artwork on it and a unique code that you will use to order Art by Me products online.
After your orders are placed, they will either ship to the school or to your house, depending on what you choose. All payments are processed online only. If you have any issues/questions please don't hesitate to contact me at:
Thanks so much for all your help with this fundraiser!
Parent Resource Trainings
The Family Resource Center of the South Atlantic is providing various trainings on a variety of topics. Checkout the linked flyers below if interested.
Parenting with Clarity: Master Communication Skills
New Kidz Art Session
KidzArt after school art class Session 2 begins on Oct 24 (Track 3 students start on Nov 14). Classes meet on Thursdays at 4-5 pm in the Art Room for K-5th grades students. Every week is a new project and returning students are welcome! Your child will bring home a finished artwork that he/she will be proud of each week! For more info contact Chen the owner at cjiang@kidzart.com. To register please visit www.northraleigh.kidzart.com.
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 park 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.
PUE PTA Updates
Save the Dates
10/27: Triangle Rock Club, 6-8 p.m. –See details and sign up below!
10/31: Carpool Casanova, 8:45-9:15 a.m. – Wear pink!
10/31: Boosterthon Event Day for Track 4 at 9:45 a.m. [NOTE time change]
11/16: Parent’s Night Out at Pro 3:5, 5:30–8:00 p.m. – See details and sign up below!
11/20: Chipotle Spirit Event
Triangle Rock Club Spirit Event- Last Call
Last chance to sign up for an exciting spirit event THIS SUNDAY, October 27 at Triangle Rock Club 6:00-8:00 p.m. Cost is $15 per person (including adults), and 45% of proceeds go back to PUE! Space is limited, so sign up here. This is a family-friendly event (ages 4+). Teachers climb for free!
SAVE THE DATE!
Carpool Casanova from WRAL-FM Mix 101.5 is coming to Pleasant Union Elementary on October 31! He’ll be here during morning carpool from 8:45 AM to 9:15 AM.
He’ll be broadcasting live on air from PUE, so let’s show off our school spirit! Wear all pink to help us stand out. The school with the most spirit by the end of the year will win $500—let’s make it us!
Parents- you are invited to join the fun! Find a parking spot in the lot (*not the carpool or bus loops*) and walk up to the flagpole area. Wear pink and be ready to sing and dance with the Carpool Casanova between 8:45 to 9:15 AM.
Boosterthon- Track 4
We are off to a fantastic start with the Track 4 Fun Run Fundraiser. The school goal is $40,000 and Tracks 1-2-3 raised over $30,000!! If we reach our $40,000 goal, we will slime Mr. Tunstall! If we reach our bonus goal of $50,000 we will also slime Mr. Stern!!!
*Please note, Fun Run start time moved from 9:30 to 9:45 a.m.
With dual slimings in mind, who’s ready for a weekend challenge?!🙋♀️ Get a $60 flat donation or $2 per lap donation before Monday and you’ll score a GOLDEN EDITION Dude Perfect keychain! 😮 Good luck!
GoPlaySave-Support Chorus and Music Department
Sales end 11/3. Only a few more days to get your GoPlaySave coupon books. Funds will be raised for PUE chorus and the music department. Click here to see the list of vendors and to purchase.
Parent’s Night Out at Pro 3:5
On November 16, 5:30-8:00 pm, drop off the kids for a super fun night with other PUE friends at Pro 3:5! Pizza, drinks, dessert, and 2.5 hours of organized fun! Cost is $25 per student. Sign up here
Sponsor of the Week
Thank you, JK Premier Marketing, for being a 2024-2025 PUE Platinum Sponsor. We appreciate your support.
TreeringYearbook
Order your PUE Yearbook before October 31, get 10% off. Shop 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.
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
Important Upcoming Dates
Mark Your Calendar
10/27- Triangle Rock Club Spirit Night, 6-8 p.m
10/31 (new date)- 8:45am-9:15am- Carpool Casanova-(get your pink ready!)
10/31- 9:45am- Boosterthon Event Day for Track 4
11/5- Teacher Workday- No School for Students
11/8- Tr. 2 Track-out Day
11/11- Veterans Day Holiday- No School for Staff or Students
11/12- Tr. 3 Track-in Day
11/16- Parent’s Night Out at Pro 3:5, 5:30–8:00 p.m.
11/20- Chipotle Spirit Event
11/27-11/29- Thanksgiving Holiday- No School for Students or Staff