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
Dear Page Families,
Be sure to read the newsletter for important updates, upcoming dates, and valuable information to stay connected and informed!
1. Celebrating Women’s History Month - March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor the achievements, contributions, and resilience of women throughout history. From trailblazers in science and politics to artists, activists, and everyday heroes, women have shaped our world in countless ways. This month, we encourage you to learn, reflect, and celebrate the remarkable impact of women past and present. The calendar below highlights books and stories that celebrate women's history. Thank you Mrs. Crooke for creating this interactive calendar. These book titles can also be found in the Media Center at Page.
3. Scholastic Book Fair: Online sales open until March 13th
Shop at https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/williamtylerpagees. Leftover Book Fair eWallet balance that converted to eGift Card? Please consider contributing to the Share the Fair: the program that benefits students at our school who need help buying new books
4. Help The Earth Poster Contest - Sponsored by the Green Team - How can you help the Earth poster contest. Students in grades K - 5 will have the opportunity to enter the contest. Please see the contest information and rules below. Entries are due by Wednesday, March 19th!! Winners will have an ice cream party and have their poster entered into the MCPS Sustainability Poster Contest!
5. (Repeat) Read-A-Thon begins March 3rd - March 17th (flyer below) and it is sure to be a fun and exciting event. We understand that your time is valuable. We also know that providing the best education for your child is important. That's why we are encouraging everyone to activate their student's Read-A-Thon account as soon as possible. The instructions are straightforward, making it quick and hassle-free, and it should take less than 5 minutes of your time. Watch a short video to see how to sign-up your reader: https://youtu.be/12tmuXH8zCg
This account will serve as a hub for recording and monitoring your child's progress as a Reader in the event, and for you to share their Read-A-Thon message with friends and family. Use the link below to activate your student's Reader account: https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/rzsYnT/1
Thank you so much for your participation and support. Together, we can make this Read-A-Thon an amazing experience for our young readers!
6. We need your help - Volunteers Needed
Teacher Appreciation Week Meeting: March 12, 2025 @ 7:00 pm
Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84653768887?pwd=ZItsR0A19aEzmZOao6ONhuXWUcuAtz.1 Meeting ID: 846 5376 8887 Passcode: 384455
- Joe Corbi's fundraiser packing and distribution: MARCH 20th Sign up to help on March 20th, slots are open from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM on March 20th. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084CA9AB2FA4F8C61-55400314-joecorbis
Check This Out! 📚 This week was all about the love of reading! There was a PTA Scholastic Book Fair, a fun-filled Reading Night and we welcomed author Ada Ari for an inspiring visit. Ada Ari is an educator, entrepreneur, presenter , and an award-winning author on a mission to promote diversity and inclusion in children's literature. The students went on a tour of the African continent and heard some retellings of the most loved African folktales in the form of beautifully-illustrated children's picture books. Here are a few highlights from last week!
Mark Your Calendars
This Week
Women's History Month and Career Day Spirit Week
- Monday, March 10th - Black History Month Assembly Presentations
- Friday, March 14th - Career Day
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Upcoming Dates
- March 19th - Green Team Help the Earth Poster Contest - Posters Due
- March 26th - PTA Spirit Night at Kusshi Sushi from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM (flyer below)
- Locations: Kusshi Sushi: Downtown Silver Spring, Bethesda or Rockville Town Center
- A portion of the proceeds are donated to our school! Show the flyer or mention WT Page Elementary School.
- March 31st - No School for students
- Upcoming PTA Meetings: April 1st, May 6th, and June 3rd (tentative)
We want your input!
- How can we better serve our children and school? Take the Family Survey here
- The Maryland Governor's Commission on South Asian American Affairs is asking parents and students of South Asian descent to complete a survey on their experiences and perspectives on education.
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We Need Snack Donations - March 2025!!
- 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
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- Download the Box Tops app -use the WT Page Referral Code: KP1V04U6
- Immigration Supports for MCPS families - Message from MCPS **
Our schools are and will always remain safe places where every child—regardless of immigration status—is welcomed, valued, affirmed, validated, respected, and loved. Below are some important resources for our families here at Page ES:
- Resources for students and families
- MCPS Immigration webpage with more resources (Students/Families)
Freed School Portraits - Still available - Don’t forget to order your school portraits! School pictures play a vital role in our fundraising efforts, with proceeds supporting community engagement events, PTA programs, and initiatives such as faculty and staff appreciation. You can order your child’s pictures online through Freed Photography. If you haven’t received the link, please contact them directly at support@freedphoto.com.
It’s important to note that the school nor the county pays Freed Photography. Instead, they rely entirely on the sale of portraits. We are so grateful to this wonderful local company for donating their time and expertise to make our students and staff look and feel their best.
By purchasing a beautiful portrait of your child, you’re preserving precious memories and supporting Freed Photography and the important programs that strengthen our school community.
Thank you for your support!