Meriwether Lewis Elementary School - PTA

End of Year PTA Barbeque

Mr. Lauer — Fri, 30 May 2008 04:53:23 -0400

Friday, May 30 - 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Mark your calendars! PTA's final family gathering for the year is coming this Friday, May 30th. The event goes from 5:30-8:00. Music and magic show will be featured, as well as informal games, face-painting, and art. Otto's Hot Dogs, as well as veggie dogs will be available for sale, as well as other treats. Bring a blanket and your own dinner, if you like! Don't miss the fun and the last chance to gather together for the 2007-2008 school year. Hope to see everyone there! Questions: Contact Sarah Kohn 503-232-9494.

PTA Bingo Night

Mr. Lauer — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:56:20 -0500

Lewis PTA Family BINGO Night
Friday February 29, 2008
6:00 pm in the Cafeteria.

Lewis PTA Book Fair

Mr. Lauer — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 14:25:49 -0500

The Lewis PTA is sponsoring a book fair this week in our library. Proceeds from the bookfair help to purchase new books for our school library. You can read more about the book fair here: http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/lewiselementary

PTA Family Game Night

Mr. Lauer — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 06:55:18 -0500

Thursday, November 8 - 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Lewis has been selected as one of a small group of schools who will participate in a Cranium Games fundraiser. They've sent us lots of awesome games to play at our free FAMILY GAME NIGHT Thursday November 8th 6:30-8pm. Catalog and fundraising information regarding this event will be sent home next Wednesday. Lewis will receive 40% of the cost of every game!! To learn more please contact Martin or Cass at 503-774-2184.

Notices and Announcements...

Mr. Lauer — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 07:28:32 -0400

PTA Meeting: Thursday, November 1, 2007 6:30 pm
The PTA is scheduled to meet Thursday, November 1 in the library. October PTA Meeting Minutes available here...

SMART Program Looking for Volunteers
The SMART program at Lewis needs afternoon readers on Monday and Wednesday, If you are interested and have an hour to volunteer, please contact Darby Walker in Room 3.
dwarlker@getsmartoregon.org

Vision Screening
Friday, November 2nd
We will be doing vision screening for Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd and 5th grades on Friday, November 2nd. If your child wears glasses or contact, please make sure they wear them that day. If there is a need for a referral, you will receive a letter from Multnomah Education Service District (MESD). If you have any question or concerns, please contact our nurse, Martha Button R.N at 503 916 6360

PTA Family Game Night
Thursday, November 8 - 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Lewis has been selected as one of a small group of schools who will participate in a Cranium Games fundraiser. They've sent us lots of awesome games to play at our free FAMILY GAME NIGHT Thursday November 8th 6:30-8pm. Catalog and fundraising information regarding this event will be sent home next Wednesday. Lewis will receive 40% of the cost of every game!! To learn more please attend tomorrow's PTA meeting or call Martin or Cass at 503-774-2184.

PTA News - October 17, 2007

Mr. Lauer — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 10:53:38 -0400

Fall Family Dance to be held this Thursday, October 25, 2007!
The PTA is holding a Family Dance on Thursday, October 25 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. This is a social event sponsored by the PTA to provide families with a social event at the school. This is a family affair and only students accompanied by a parent or adult guardian can attend. Students can not come alone.

YOGA FOR YOUTH!
A new yoga club for 2nd-5th graders is coming to Lewis starting Friday November 2nd. We will have regular classes on Fridays (when school is in session) from 8:00 a.m.- 8:35 a.m. There is a one-time fee of $5 to help cover the cost of mats and also a fun party at the end of the school year. Yoga is a great way to release tension, increase concentration and flexibility, and strengthen the body. YOGA FOR YOUTH will be taught by Lewis parent Kathryn Bartlett, RYT. Kathryn has been practicing yoga for 12 years, teaching yoga for 4 1/2 years, and is a parent of 2 Lewis students. Sign-up forms will be in the office.
Space is limited to 20 students

PTA Movie Night
The first PTA Movie Night will be Friday, November 16, 6:30 pm
Please note the October Movie Night has been canceled.

Chinook Books Sale Continues...
Chinook Books are on sale in the school office. Cost is $20. These community coupon books, which are available in the office, are filled with amazing coupons from OMSI, Burgerville, Portland Nursery, local bike shops, coffee shops, New Season’s, and so much more! The savings are incredible and it’s a great way to support Lewis PTA. Books cost $20.00, 10.00 of which goes directly to PTA.

Lewis Night Out - Tuesday, November 14, 2006

Mr. Lauer — Mon, 13 Nov 2006 12:18:12 -0500

The Lewis PTA is happy to announce a wonderful opportunity to enjoy great food while supporting Lewis Elementary at the same time! Follow the READ MORE link below to learn more...

On Tuesday, November 14th, two local establishments, Pizza Roma and Island Creamery, are partnering to offer a portion of their proceeds to Lewis Elementary. For every patron that mentions Lewis, these 2 businesses will donate a portion of your bill to Lewis. For the first time ever, if you visit both spots, the donation from both will be increased! This is a great opportunity to gather with friends for a meal out, or bring the family out for dessert. The deal is not limited to students and their families. Anyone who mentions Lewis when they place their order will be included in this generous event! The offer is good for the whole day!

Thanks to Island Creamery and Pizza Roma for their ongoing support of Lewis! We are fortunate to have you in our community and are thrilled to have you as partners! See you Tuesday! Offers good on "To Go" orders, as well.

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PTA Helmet Sale

Mr. Lauer — Sun, 12 Nov 2006 14:46:48 -0500

The Lewis PTA will be selling discounted bicycle and skateboard helmets after school on Monday, November 13, 2006 near the school office. The price for a helmet is $5.00. The helmet sale is made possible with help from Emanuel Hospital and the Trauma Nurses group.

NOTE: Helmets will also be on sale Tuesday (Nov. 14, 2006) morning before school near the office...

PTA News for November 8, 2006

Mr. Lauer — Sat, 11 Nov 2006 11:05:07 -0500

Fall Festival Report
The Fall Festival was a great success!
We had a fantastic evening Friday at the Fall Festival this year! There are so many people to say thank you to! We really appreciated the great help of everyone involved with this years event. Special thanks to Vic for the great donut dangle and the muscle we needed for the set-up and take down. Thanks to Jane for the fabulous (and popular) cake walk, made more wonderful by her own ice-cream cakes! Thanks to Andrea and her crew for the fantastic food and great organization. The decorations made the event more special with the talents of Lynn and Billie and Stephanie’s photo booth was as usual wonderful.

The volunteer coordinator this year was Jennifer who is a great addition to assure all the volunteers were ready to go and in their places! Finally, thanks to Sarah and Jane who made this festival the best ever with her wonderful smile and fabulous people skills! Better start the planning for next year!

Bike Helmets on Sale
Discounted bike and skateboard helmets will be on sale again Monday, November 13 after school. Cost is $5.00.

Cookie Dough Sale
Cookie Dough Fundraiser Order Forms & Information will be sent home on Wednesday, November 15 and will be due Monday, November 27.

Lewis PTA Auction Update
The date for our 1st annual dinner auction, A Night of Magic, will be held on March 15, 2007. This is a Thursday night with no school on Friday. It will be held at the Laurelhurst Club. If you, a family member, or someone you know has a timeshare, second home or a service/merchandise that they can provide please contact Chairperson Stephanie Sook at 503-788-9806, Co-Chair Angie Toops 503-775-3664 or our donations coordinator Marilyn Arellano 503-774-1441. Every donation will need a donation form filled out. For those of you out there that would be interested in being on the committee, Our first meeting will be in November. Please contact Stephanie Sook or Angie Toops for more information.

Thank you,
Dinner Auction Committee

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