Welcome (or welcome back) to Cascadia this Fall! September 13th, 5-7pm @ Maple Leaf Park (lower lawn next to the playground), BYO dinner picnic.
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Sep 01
Current and Upcoming Volunteer Needs
Last updated September 1
As we prepare for the new school year, here are some volunteer needs we are recruiting for:
Room parents – Sign up on SignUp Genius
Spelling Bee Coordinator – Helps coordinate the bee with Ms. Fitzsimmons (who does a lot of the work) as we don’t want to overburden her.
Harvest …
Jul 19
Subscribe to the PTA calendar
Did you know that you can subscribe to the calendar to show it on your device, or that you can filter the calendar for items that interest your family? Be sure to update the grade(s) you’re interested in each year!
Jun 07
Didn’t purchase a yearbook for your student?
Thanks to the generosity of our Cascadia Community, ALL 5th graders will receive a yearbook regardless of prior purchase on their Promotion Day (Thursday, 6/20/24).
For Grades 1-4: On the last day of school (Friday, 6/21/24), a limited amount of parent donated yearbooks will be available at the school’s front desk to students who appear …
Jun 05
HCC Advocacy Update
Dear Cascadia Community,
Thank you for taking the time to sign the petition last month advocating for HCC and Advanced Learning. We want to share a brief update on the petition results and input, as well as where things stand currently.
Petition results and input
- The petition drew >1,200 signatures, amassing >1,000 …
May 21
Current Volunteer Needs
You can always view and sign up for a variety of volunteer opportunities on our Sign Up Genius page. Here are some current needs:
Music Concert Set Up – We are in need of volunteers to set up the gym after school on Tuesday, May 28 for our Music Concert!
May 17
May 21 General Meeting
The next General Meeting for Cascadia PTA will be held via zoom on May 21st at 7pm.
Come join us to:
- Learn about enrollment and budget for next year
- Hear about the PTA’s advocacy work for the HCC program
- Find out how to make a difference as a volunteer or advocate
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May 07
Recent HCC Advocacy
The Cascadia PTA has circulated a petition with the recommendations for the district to:
(1) Pause the sunsetting of the HCC,
(2) Continue to improve identification of underserved students, and
(3) Reinstate advanced learning opportunities at local schools.
In just one week, over 1100 people, and growing, have signed the petition. Hundreds of signatories have …
Apr 29
iLab Educator position 2024-2025
Please help us spread the word that we are seeking an iLab Educator for Cascadia Elementary for the 2024-25 School Year.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Cascadia Elementary PTA is hiring for an iLab Educator!
The iLab is a creative Makerspace for students located onsite at Cascadia Elementary School. The iLab Educator will lead the …
Apr 26
Show your support for retaining the HCC model
The Seattle Times recently published an article on Why Seattle Public Schools is closing its highly capable cohort program. The Cascadia Elementary School PTA Board then shared a response and alternative solutions in an op-ed with The Seattle Times. We encourage families to read and share this response to help …
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Upcoming Events
Oct
24
Thu
6:00 pm
Fall Festival
Fall Festival
Oct 24 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join us for this year’s Fall Festival, Thursday Oct. 24th from 6:00pm-8:00pm! This event is a wonderful opportunity to meet other current families while we celebrate the diversity of our community and connect with the food and culture of the fall season. Dancing, games, and much more! And, come hungry for pizza hosted by …
Oct
27
Sun
1:30 pm
Ultimate Frisbee mixer
@ Maple Leaf Park (near the water tower)
Ultimate Frisbee mixer
@ Maple Leaf Park (near the water tower)
Oct 27 @ 1:30 pm
Ultimate Frisbee is a fun, dynamic, co-ed sport that values spirit and sportsmanship. Join coaches from the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teams for an afternoon in the park to learn some skills, play some games, and meet other Cascadia families. Beginner players encouraged at all ages! No commitment required for future events. RSVP requested: https://forms.gle/AG5P1G2XenCBF7uT8 …
Nov
6
Wed
5:30 pm
Family Game Night
Family Game Night
Nov 6 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for this month’s Family Game Night on Wednesday, November 6 from 5:30-7:30 in the Commons. Bring a game to play or join in another family’s, and donate any games you are ready to part with at the Game Swap. This is not a drop off event, all students must be accompanied by an …
Nov
7
Thu
2:00 pm
COVID & Flu vaccine clinic
COVID & Flu vaccine clinic
Nov 7 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
SVNA will be hosting two COVID and Flu shot clinics at our school. See the complete schedule with all schools on the SPS page about Vaccine Clinics. Full details from the mail from Ms. Mackey: Seattle Public Schools is once again partnering with SVNA (Seattle Visiting Nurse Association) to provide vaccine clinics. Cascadia will be hosting …
Nov
9
Sat
all-day
Newport High School Ski Swap
Newport High School Ski Swap
Nov 9 – Nov 10 all-day
This is a community event supporting a local PTSA who asked Cascadia to share with our community. Get Ready for the 38th Annual Newport High School Ski Swap! Mark Your Calendar: November 9-10 Join us at the largest ski swap in the greater Seattle area! Whether you’re a seasoned skier or a snowboarding newbie, this event is …
Nov
13
Wed
9:00 am
Principal’s Coffee
Principal’s Coffee
Nov 13 @ 9:00 am
Principal’s Coffee Please use the link below to sign up. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040E45A8A829A6FF2-50730739-virtual
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