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Mon, Dec. 11, 2023
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2023/2024 School Year
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NEWS & UPDATES FROM NEWCASTLE ELEMENTARY PTSA |
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Important Dates to Remember Friday, November 17 - Monday, January 15: Ice Skating Fundraiser Tuesday, December 12 - PTSA Board Meeting Thursday, December 14 - Staff Holiday Cookie Exchange Monday, December 17 - Monday, January 1: Winter Break - NO SCHOOL Thursday, January 4 - Yearbook Cover Contest Deadline
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Angel Program Gifts Needed
As we embark on the holiday season, we are hoping we could get your support helping out with procuring holiday gifts for some of our Newcastle Angels.
We are trying it a little differently this year. We have created a wishlist on Amazon that will ship directly to us for wrapping! If you would like to purchase something else or different, please let us know so we can check off that it was purchased a different way.
If you are interested in procuring a few elementary aged gifts outside of these lists, please also let us know and we can pick them up to be included in our holiday packages for our students!
If you have any questions, please let us know! As always, thank you so much for the support of our students.
Questions - email Newcastleptsa.angel@gmail.com
 Ice Skating Fundraiser
Planning on ice skating this holiday season? ⛸️ When you take the whole family to the Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink and mention Newcastle Elementary, a $3 donation goes to our PTSA! Easy peasy!
Scan the code to reserve your time but remember to mention us to the employees as you check in! Going on now through January 15th!  Holiday Joy for Newcastle Staff
As we approach the festive season, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the wonderful community we have at Newcastle Elementary. This time of year is not only about celebrating the joy of learning but also about expressing our appreciation for the incredible team that makes our school a nurturing and supportive environment.
You should be receiving emails this week from your room representatives regarding gifts for our fantastic teachers during the holiday season, and we would like to take a moment to shine a spotlight on the dedicated staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the success of our students. (If you do not receive an email from your class room rep, please email newcastleptsa.president@gmail.com). From the friendly faces in the front office to the hardworking custodial and maintenance teams, everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive and enriching school experience. This year, let's extend our gratitude beyond the classroom and consider including all members of our school staff in our holiday celebrations. A small token of appreciation, whether it's a heartfelt note, a handmade card, or a modest gift, can go a long way in expressing our thanks for their continuous efforts.
To make it easier for you to include all staff members, we've compiled a list of our staff that contribute to the success of our school: Heidi Ashraf—Paraprofessional
Bisa Meek—Paraprofessional
Mona Pang—Paraprofessional
Marie Birve—Paraprofessional
Connie Aherns—Paraprofessional
Chieko Edwards—Paraprofessional
Nikki Wiebe—Paraprofessional
Sharon Woodruff--Paraprofessional
Teresa Bockes—Paraprofessional LRC I
Kristina Amundsen—Paraprofessional LRC I
Nancy Shepard—Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Emeka Oguike—School Psychologist
Kailey Mutter— Counselor
Nicole Wu— Speech Language Pathologist
Michelle Gangi—Occupational Therapist
Sydney Calderwood--Special Education LRC I
Amy Mudrovich--LRC
Edith Delgado—ELL
Stacy Gazjuk--ELL
Ali Webb—Music Teacher
Jenny Martin—Music Teacher
Seth Miller—Physical Education
Sarah Gaffin—Physical Education
Trisha Snyder—Librarian
Priscilla Hooke--Reading Club/LAP
Kristina Blackburn--SAGE
Barb Seegmiller—Custodian
Banister Mansaray—Custodian
Daniel Dang—Technology Specialist
Shannon McNeil—Custodian—Lead
Marianne Sabas—Food Services
Michelle Miller—Food Services Assistant
Tod Wood—Principal
Chad Porter—Dean of Students
Lyndee Lee—Health Room Specialist
Jamie Heintz—District Nurse
Pam Stucky—Office Professional/Registrar
Tammy Anderson—Assistant to the Principal
*Remember your bus drivers too! Your thoughtfulness will surely make this holiday season brighter for the entire Newcastle family. Remember, it's the collective effort of every staff member that shapes the positive learning environment we cherish. Thank you for considering our entire school staff in your holiday celebrations! Holiday Cookie Exchange for Staff - MUCH MORE NEEDED!
We have MANY slots remaining!!!
Share your favorite cookie or any baked goods with Newcastle staff! Please help us host a Cookie Exchange on Thursday, December 14th. We will provide containers for the staff to fill up with a variety of your favorite homemade treats to take home (if they make it that far!). Items can be dropped off at the table in front of the office on Thur. Dec. 14th before 10am. ***Please label your treats so we know what they are, and include a recipe if you’d like!
Link to sign up is HERE.  Yearbook Cover Contest
It's that time of year to submit your yearbook cover ideas! Forms will be distributed this week in class, but you can access HERE as well. Please submit to your teacher or the front office before Thursday, January 4th.
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