Eagles Newsletter
10/02/2024
Message from Principal Terri Jackson
Dear Woodland Families
As we step into the vibrant month of October, we can't help but express our sincere gratitude for the fantastic start we've had to the school year. September was a busy month where our scholars were learning about their new classroom community, making new friends, practicing rituals and routines, learning about being a Woodland SOAR leader, and so much more. It was so wonderful to see the smiling faces, hear the joyful noises, and engaged learners fill our classrooms and hallways. We are so proud of our scholars for their engagement and achievements thus far.
Parents, thank you for your unwavering support, active involvement, and genuine partnership. Together, our collaboration sets the stage for a truly enriching educational journey for our students.
As we move forward, October holds an essential event that plays a significant role in shaping your child's educational path, Parent-Teacher Conferences. This invaluable opportunity allows you to connect with your child's teachers, gain insights into their progress, and discuss strategies for their continued success. You will be able to sign up for fall conferences starting on October 21st, 2024. More detailed information about how to sign up for conferences on ParentVue will be coming soon.
Our PTO remains a very active partner by connecting our students, families, and community. We had a great time at the Woody Food Truck event in September. Our PTO is teaming up with local businesses and sponsors to provide a Woodland t-shirt to every student and staff member in the building! Students will receive the shirt the day of the Fun Run and will wear them on October 4th during the Fun Run. Please have them wear something that they can put the t-shirt over. There is still time for you to register if you have not done so, please go to the link below: https://www.getmovinfundhub.com/login.
We thank you for your support and generosity. Let’s reach our goal! If you would like to volunteer for the Fun Run, please sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABAB2AA3FBC07-51528114-woodland
Finally, we like to send some important reminders for all families so that we can have a safe, successful school year where all scholars can thrive.
Our school hours are 9:30am to 4:00pm. It is so critical for our students to arrive on time so that they are not missing out on any important social, emotional or academic learning.
Please do NOT drop off your students before 9:15 am. There is no adult supervision before that time.
If you need to change your child’s transportation for the day, please contact the school by 3:00 pm.
Due to the nutrition policy of our district, and the wellbeing of all of our scholars, fast food items such as McDonalds & Chik- fil-A are not permitted in our cafeteria. If you would like to have a special lunch with your child, please contact the office and we will set up an office space for you and your child during their lunch time.
All students will go outside for recess everyday unless it is raining or there is extremely cold weather. As the weather starts to get colder, please send along appropriate warm clothing including mittens, hats, jackets, snow pants and boots. Please put your child’s name on all clothing.
Again, we thank you for your continued partnership and look forward to a wonderful school year!
Terri Jackson
Woodland's New Playground
From Your PTO
Thank you to all families that attended Meet and Eat Food Truck Night and the Family Information Night. It was a wonderful evening enjoying great food, reconnecting with school friends, and learning more about our students' daily activities. Thank you for supporting the food trucks which donate back a portion of the sales to Woodland.
Fun Run
Our largest fundraiser of the year is going on NOW! Fun Run is Oct 4th! Who will win the Golden Shoes?? Fundraising ends October 14th. Dollars raised from this event are used for great things such as new equipment, classroom materials, student learning incentives, and staff appreciation. You still have time to get your student registered and collect those final donations!
Special Thanks to our Gold Level Fun Run T-shirt Sponsors: Spoonful of Faith, Hanson Home Concierge, MAP Transportation, Accorde Orthodontics, Card My Yard-Maple Grove. Don’t forget to support the local businesses that help support Woodland!
Woodland Directory-LAST CALL
To opt in to the Woodland Family Directory: https://linktr.ee/woodlandelementarypto. This information is shared with only those that opt in. This information can be used to stay updated with Woodland PTO news and happenings or can be used to setup play dates or share birthday invitations.
We NEED Your Help
In order to continue to offer school-wide PTO events and school support we need the help of PTO volunteers and board members. Please email us (wdptomn@gmail.com) if you are interested in being on a committee, co-chair or possible future board member! We would love to have you! Our current need is help with Turkey Bingo and collecting donations from local businesses for our Silent Auction. If you are interested, please email rachel.louise.johnson2@gmail.com.
Upcoming Events:
Oct 3: Community Supper: Panera 4-8pm
Oct 4: FUN RUN
Oct 7: PTO Meeting, 6:30pm, Media Center
Oct 14-25: Butter Braid Sales
Nov 15: Turkey Bingo
Nov 19: Butter Braid pickup
You are WARMLY INVITED to join in the FUN! PTO Meetings are held monthly in the Woodland Media Center, and everyone is invited to attend and participate. Our next meeting is on Oct 7th at 6:30pm and you are welcome to attend in person in the Media Center.
We would also love to CONNECT with you in whatever format works best. We send out regular emails, have an active Facebook page, and post on our website (woodlandpto.org).
2024-2025 Board
President: Jenna Maurer
President Elect: OPEN- Seeking Volunteer
Secretary: Megan Fordice
Communications Chair: Rachel Johnson
Marketing Chair: Jennifer Broden
Fundraising/Event Chair: Michelle Scott
Treasurer : Brianna Johnston
Treasurer Elect: Christine Haglund
Teacher Reps: Scott Lund, Jody Levy, Megan Booke & Gail Huggins