Note: This is not a drop-off event. EVERY STUDENT must have a parent or point of contact for the entire evening.

Please contact amybrendler@gmail.com with any questions. Siblings welcome!

Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food.  This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.

SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.

WHAT: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated here.

Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop and Bus Loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before the drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address). 

The PTA will be collecting extra Halloween candy during morning arrival at the school entrances on November 1st. Donations will go to local organizations. Thank you!

3rd-5th Grade Wildcats! The WAES Dance Party will take place Friday, October 25th from 6-8 PM inside the Wood Acres Elementary School Gymnasium, and we are GLOWING it up! Get ready to dance with friends in your brightest colors! Our DJ will be playing today’s hits while students glow crazy with our PTA-provided glow swag! This is an event you DON'T want to miss!  

Each child MUST have an adult point person ~ so groups are highly encouraged! 

Click here to pre-order tickets and food! 

Please Note: We understand friends that do not attend Wood Acres may want to join in the fun but the dance is for WAES students only! 

Attend the 4th and 5th Grade New Family Open House at the PTA President's House Sunday October 20th!

Are you new to Wood Acres with a current 4th or 5th grade student? Then you are invited to attend the 4th and 5th grade New Family Open House on Sunday, October 20th from 2-4pm.  The PTA President, Alli Matthews, is hosting the gathering at her house.  Her address is 5024 Baltan Road.  There will be appetizers, snacks, soft drinks, juice and waters.  Come meet other new families and some returning families. There will be outdoor games set up for the kids and art activities set up indoors.  You may bring younger siblings but please supervise them. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other Wood Acres families and have some fun! Please fill out the sign up sheet so we have an accurate count.  

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Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food.  This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.

SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.

WHAT: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated here.

Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop and Bus Loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before the drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address). 

Our Ledo's Dine Out to Donate fundraiser is Wednesday, October 9th and Thursday, October 10th at Ledo Pizza River Road! A portion of the proceeds will support Wood Acres Elementary School

Order takeout online (at this link) and use the code FUNDRAISER or by phone (301-656-5336) or dine in at the restaurant, and Ledo's will generously donate 20% of the proceeds. Be sure to mention Wood Acres when ordering!

Don't feel like pizza? Ledo's has great salads, pastas and other entrees.

Check out the flyer here

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Our Ledo's Dine Out to Donate fundraiser is Wednesday, October 9th and Thursday, October 10th at Ledo Pizza River Road! A portion of the proceeds will support Wood Acres Elementary School

Order takeout online (at this link) and use the code FUNDRAISER or by phone (301-656-5336) or dine in at the restaurant, and Ledo's will generously donate 20% of the proceeds. Be sure to mention Wood Acres when ordering!

Don't feel like pizza? Ledo's has great salads, pastas and other entrees.

Check out the flyer here

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Join us Wednesday morning, October 2nd (8:30-9:00am) to celebrate the Annual Walk and Bike to School Day outside the main entrance at WAES!

All Wood Acres families are encouraged to walk or bike school with their kids, friends, and family.  There will be music and stickers for everyone upon arrival at WAES before school starts. Please arrive early! 

We’ll share fun facts about the importance of walking and biking safely and the benefits of staying active.  So, lace up your sneakers and join us for a fun-filled morning! 

In the interest of safety, the kiss & go loop will be closed that morning.

Look forward to seeing you all there!  

Please note this PTA meeting will be held virtually

Grab a picnic blanket & celebrate the new school year at Wood Acres on Friday, September 13th from 5:30-7:30 PM. On the blacktop behind the school, we will have music, arts & crafts, fun games led by Flag Star Football, and a photo booth!

Food trucks have been invited to dish out dinner and dessert while you and your family catch up with old friends and meet new ones.

Delicious Dinner Options!

● DM Sliders
Check out the DM Sliders Menu Options

● JJ’s Mex-Taqueria
Tacos, Quesadillas and Burritos will be available!

● Hangry Panda
Check out Hangry Panda’s Menu Options

Captain Cookie and Clayboys will be onsite offering sweet treats for dessert!

Important Reminders:

○ This is not a drop-off event and is intended for the whole family to enjoy!

○ Parents are expected to supervise their children during PTA events, and are responsible for their kids’ behavior. Students are expected to follow school rules while in the building and on school property even after hours.

○ Please do not park in parking spots reserved for staff. They may return to attend the event.

○ Alcohol is prohibited at MCPS schools and Montgomery County Parks.

○ Please leave all pets at home for their safety.

Raid the pantry and receive a new jibbitz for your Crocs! 

Our first collection date of the year will be this Friday, September 13th. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated in the flyers below.

When & Where: Drop off bins will be placed by the Bus Loop and Kiss-n-Go loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30am - 9:00am. Jibbitz will be handed out at each drop off location. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations the evening before (September 12) at 6212 Dahlonega Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816. 

Items include: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce and tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea.

If you have any questions, please contact Claire Eckland and Carly Ikeler.

There will be 2 sessions:

6:00-6:30:
All Grade Levels

6:30-6:35:
Transition, visit specialists

6:35-7:00
All Grade Levels (repeat)

Come meet the Wood Acres Elementary School Principal, PTA parents and Wood Acres families as you enjoy popsicles together!

Come meet the Wood Acres Elementary School Principal, PTA parents and Wood Acres families as you enjoy popsicles together!

Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food.  This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.

SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.

WHAT: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!

Please join us for WAES night at Bethesda Big Train on Monday, June 3rd at 7pm as Bethesda Big Train takes on the Olney Cropdusters! Come watch a WAES raffle winner throw out the first pitch and enjoy the 4th graders' performance of the National Anthem.

Picnic packages are available and include a reserved seat, meal (choices include hamburgers, hot dogs, or pizza from Gregorio's Trattoria), and a drink and allow entry to a designated covered pavilion starting at 6pm before the game starts at 7pm. 

*This is not a drop-off event and all attendees require tickets.*

Tickets may be purchased HERE.

Ticket Types (5): 

1) Bleacher Seat - $7

2) Reserved Seat - $12

3) Youth Picnic Package (Under 12) - $22

4) Adult Picnic Package (Over 12) - $25

5) First Pitch Raffle Ticket - $5

Purchase a raffle ticket for you or your child to have the opportunity to throw out the first pitch at the game. All proceeds benefit WAES PTA. 

Please contact Rebecca Badiner & Audra Ludwig, Big Train Night Chairs, for any questions or comments. 

*If your family could use assistance covering the cost of a ticket, please contact our counselor, Andrea Solazzo, by email at andrea_c_solazzo@mcpsmd.org or by phone at 240-740-1120.

The Annual Wood Acres Art Fair will be on Thursday, May 23, from 6:00pm-8:00pm in the gym and outside on the blacktop. Each student has chosen their favorite artwork to submit that will be framed and available to buy the night of the event for $22! 

In addition to night of sales, we will also have our online sale two weeks before the Art Fair, available now at this link HERE. The art is labeled with the first two initials of the student's first name and first two initials of last name. Pre-purchase the original and pick it up framed at the Art Fair or purchase a framed copy of your child’s art online to which can be shipped anywhere in the United States! 

*Please note, all artists will receive their original artwork back, if not purchased in a frame

Purchase Options:

(1) Buy in-person at the Art Fair on May 23rd;

(2) Skip the line, pre-purchase the original online now and pick up the framed artwork at the Art Fair; 

(3) Buy a copy of artwork online and have it delivered.  

Questions?

Email Jennie Billman and Erica Burns, Art Fair Committee Chairs

*If your family could use assistance covering the cost, please contact our counselor, Andrea Solazzo, by email at andrea_c_solazzo@mcpsmd.org or by phone at 240-740-1120.