December 2024 

 

Hey Otters, 

 

Here’s a heads up on what’s coming in December, and a few highlights of the year so far: 

 

TIMELY Tidbits: 

    • Holly Jolly Run is TODAY, 12/7 
    • 12 Days of Christmas (voluntary dress-up day) is in progress! Schedule is here. 
    • Join us for a morning of "Whoville Entertainment" brought to you by the Olson PTA: Grub with Grinch is Saturday, 12/14 from 9am-12pm! RSVP HERE: https://forms.gle/PKqLVLS4s44bRmqG6 
      • Cindy Lou Who's Cereal Buffet
      • Mount Crumpit Roasting Coffee + Cocoa Bar
      • Whoville Theater
      • Read-a-Palooza Story Time
      • Whovilation Ornament Station
      • Candy Cane Lane Shop (6th Grade Graduation Fundraiser)
      • Hawaiian Falls Lualoo Shop (6th Grade Field Trip Fundraiser)
      • Meet & Greet with the... the... the... the GRINCH
      • Note: Parental supervision is required - This is not a drop & shop event. 

Mark Your Calendars: 

  • 12/7 Holly Jolly Run
  • 12/11 Candy Cane Lane Holiday Shop begins – Preview gifts here
  • 12/14 Grub with Grinch 9am-12pm
  • 12/14 Father / Daughter Dance
  • 12/17 Staff Cookie Exchange – Sign-up here 
  • 12/19 Class Holiday Parties 
  • 12/20 Early Release at 12pm 
  • 12/23-1/3 Winter Break (No School)
  • 1/6 Staff Development (No School) 
  • 1/20 Martin Luther King Jr. (No School) 
  • 1/23 Science Night & PTA Membership Meeting

Looking ahead to 2025 (!!!)

  • Coming in Spring: Pre-Order Palooza for 25-26 School Supply Packs, Student Shirts & PTA Memberships 
  • 3/13 Spring Open House 
  • 3/6-3/14 Spring Book Fair
  • 5/5-5/9 Teacher Appreciation Week
  • 5/19 End of Year Class Parties
  • 5/21 Field Day

PTA Pro Tips:

  • On 12/20 at early release, ask your kids about the sing-along! It’s an Olson tradition.  

Fun Facts: 

  • We DOUBLED our fundraising goal with APEX! Thanks to all who contributed. 
  • PTA had a snack cart distributing goodies to our Olson staff members in November. A welcome treat amongst holiday busy-ness.
  • Shout out to our amazing Room Parents who continue to deliver exceptional experiences for our staff and students, and the Copy Cats who support our staff all year!
  • We dig Paleontology - Science Night this year (1/23) will be DINOSAUR themed!

Stay Connected & Get Involved: 

  • Purchase your 24-25 PTA Membership here – NEW! Community & Grandparent options 
  • Express your interest to volunteer here
  • Join the PTA on Facebook here
  • Find your Grade Level Facebook Group here
  • Follow the PTA on Remind here 
  • Sync the school/PTA calendar with your personal one here
  • Browse the Olson PTA website here 
  • Check out the Olson Elementary website here 
  • Make a donation to the PTA here
  • Browse the Olson PTA Spirit Shop here
  • Interested in being a sponsor? Email president@olsonpta.org 

Stay splashy, Otters! 

The Olson PTA