Dec
23
to Jan 1
Jan
7
7:00 PM19:00
Jan
10
8:00 AM08:00
Martha’s Table Collection
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).
Jan
20
9:00 AM09:00
Jan
25
6:30 PM18:30
Feb
3
to Feb 7
Scholastic Book Fair
Scholastic Book Fair February 12 – February 16
Get ready! Wood Acres Elementary School’s Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way (YAY!) Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them to become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers. AND—as always—every book they buy earns rewards for our school.
Here’s what you need to know about the Fair, which will take place from February 12 - February 16 in our Media Center.
You can use cash or parents can set up an eWallet—your child’s digital payment account. Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy. Note: Leftover, unused funds can be used at Scholastic.com or rolled over to a future Book Fair.
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Your online orders will also benefit our school.
Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/woodacreselementaryschool
The countdown to more Bookjoy is on! Catch you at the Fair!
Feb
5
5:30 PM17:30
Feb
14
8:00 AM08:00
Martha’s Table Collection
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).
Feb
17
9:00 AM09:00
Feb
28
12:55 PM12:55
Mar
6
to Mar 9
Mar
14
8:00 AM08:00
Martha’s Table Collection
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).
Mar
21
6:00 PM18:00
Mar
31
9:00 AM09:00
Apr
4
5:30 PM17:30
Apr
9
5:00 PM17:00
Ledo's Dine Out to Donate
Our Ledo's Dine Out to Donate fundraiser is Wednesday, April 9th and Thursday, April 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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Apr
10
5:00 PM17:00
Ledo's Dine Out to Donate
Our Ledo's Dine Out to Donate fundraiser is Wednesday, April 9th and Thursday, April 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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Apr
11
8:00 AM08:00
Martha’s Table Collection
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).
Apr
21
to Apr 28
Apr
28
to May 1
Apr
28
to May 1
May
3
8:00 AM08:00
May
5
to May 9
May
9
8:00 AM08:00
Martha’s Table Collection
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).
May
14
6:00 PM18:00
May
14
7:00 PM19:00
May
26
9:00 AM09:00
Dec
13
12:00 PM12:00
Holiday Gift Drive Ends
We are excited to kick off another year of the Holiday Gift Drive to support our sister schools, New Hampshire Estates ES, Oak View ES, and Eastern MS. Please help us fulfill the holiday wishes of a child from these communities in need by signing up at this link to contribute a gift.
Dec
13
8:00 AM08:00
Martha’s Table Collection
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).
Nov
29
9:00 AM09:00
Nov
28
9:00 AM09:00
Nov
27
9:00 AM09:00
Nov
26
12:55 PM12:55
Nov
25
12:55 PM12:55
Nov
18
to Nov 22
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Beginning Monday 11/18 and continuing through Friday 11/22, the PTA will be collecting non-perishable foods to donate to Bread for the City as they help nourish DC residents living with low income this holiday season. A list of suggested food donations is below.
The PTA will also be collecting $25 Safeway/ Giant gift cards during this time to help out local families and families at our sister schools.
Food drive collection bins will be in the kiss and go loop during morning drop off.
-canned or dry beans
-peanut/ other nut butters
-rolled oats
-canned fruit in juice (not syrup)
-low/no sodium canned vegetables
-low-sodium soups, broth or stock
-canned tuna or chicken in water
-brown rice
-quinoa
-unsalted nuts and seeds
-shelf stable milk and milk substitutes
-whole grain pasta
-low-sodium pasta sauce
-popcorn kernels (not microwave popcorn)
-canned stews
-unsweetened applesauce
-whole grain, low-sugar cold cereals
-olive or canola oil
-canned tomatoes
-dried fruits, no sugar added
-honey
Thank you for your generosity and support!
Nov
9
5:00 PM17:00
Bingo Night - Grades PEP-2
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!
Nov
8
8:00 AM08:00
Martha’s Table Collection
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).
Nov
5
9:00 AM09:00
Nov
4
9:00 AM09:00
Nov
1
8:40 AM08:40
Halloween Candy Collection
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!
Oct
25
6:00 PM18:00
Dance Party - Grades 3-5
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!
Oct
21
to Oct 25
Warm Clothing Drive
The PTA’s Warm Clothing Drive to benefit our sister schools will be held Monday, October 21 - Friday, October 25. Please set aside the following items:
New or gently used children’s coats, hats, mittens/gloves, sweaters, scarves and snow boots (all sizes needed)
New or gently used easy to pull-on pants and shirts in small sizes for the health room
New or gently used adult coats, sweaters and snow boot
Clothes should be clean and in ready-to-wear condition! Many recipients lack free or easy access to laundry facilities so please launder soiled items before donating them. This helps recipients feel good about their “new” clothing.
The warm clothing drive benefits families at our sister schools in Silver Spring, New Hampshire Eststes (prek - 2nd) and Oak View Elementary (3rd-5th).
Oct
20
2:00 PM14:00
4th & 5th Grade New Family Open House
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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Oct
18
9:00 AM09:00
Oct
11
8:00 AM08:00
Martha’s Table Collection
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).
Oct
10
5:00 PM17:00
Ledo's Dine Out to Donate
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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Oct
9
5:00 PM17:00
Ledo's Dine Out to Donate
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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Oct
3
9:00 AM09:00
Oct
2
8:30 AM08:30
Walk to School Day
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!
Oct
1
7:00 PM19:00
Sep
27
12:55 PM12:55
Sep
13
5:30 PM17:30
Back to School Picnic: September 13th, 5:30pm-7:30pm
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.
Sep
13
8:30 AM08:30
Martha's Table Collection
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.
Sep
5
6:00 PM18:00
Back to School Night
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)
Sep
2
9:00 AM09:00
Aug
26
9:00 AM09:00
Aug
24
10:00 AM10:00
Popsicles in the Park: Welcome for New Families
Come meet the Wood Acres Elementary School Principal, PTA parents and Wood Acres families as you enjoy popsicles together!