The Blast - August 5, 2016

Our new building is nearly finished. Our administration anticipates a move into the office soon. Watch for the bus loop and sidewalk installation in the coming weeks as they prepare to open to the faculty in mid-August and students on August 24th. 

PTA News
Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten Play Date
You're invited this Saturday!

Westowne PTA will host two Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten Playground Play Dates this summer. Bring your little ones to Christian Temple Playground to meet their classmates and fellow families.
Also take this opportunity to become a PTA member. Membership is $8 a person or $12 for a family (two adults).

• Saturday, August 6, 10:00 - 12:00
• Saturday, August 20, 1:00 - 3:00

High Five Orioles Game
​Save the date! Westowne's going to Camden Yards on Sunday, September 25th, at 1:35. Tickets are $15, support the PTA's 5th Grade Committee, and will go on sale soon. 

School Supply Drive

PTA Welcome Letter

Dear Westowne Community,

Westowne has a lot to look forward to this school year. We are excited to experience our state of the art, spacious new building together. We also look forward to working with you to promote family involvement and educational enrichment for Westowne’s students. This year will see a return of long-standing and beloved PTA events. These events include Fall Festival, educational and entertaining assemblies, Literature Night, Movie Nights, after-school clubs, and more. We also continue our commitment to both advocating for and meeting needs in our school community.

We invite all returning and new families to be involved in the PTA.

• Become a new member or renew your annual membership. Membership is the first step to participate in the PTA’s cause: supporting the school community, including the faculty, staff, families and most of all, students. 
• Come to our monthly meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, October – June, at 7:00 PM.
• Join us on Facebook. Follow our page for information and join our community forum. 
• Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Blast, by emailing us a request (westownepta@gmail.com).
• Visit our website (www.westownepta.com) for the latest news and happenings.
• Take part in our fundraising programs. 
• Volunteer a little or a lot. All efforts are greatly appreciated.
• Attend our events and have a good time with your family and friends.

We thank you for your enthusiastic and generous support last school year. Your PTA continues to focus on direct donations from families and local businesses as our primary funding source. Individuals are encouraged to donate during giving campaigns, including Pajama Days and Go Fund the PTA. You can also encourage your company or employer to become a Westowne PTA sponsor. It is an inexpensive form of advertising with an educational benefit. Sponsors are listed on our website and in our newsletter. All contributions are tax deductible. More information may be found on our website.
As you may know, PTA elections were held in May. A new two-year term began in July. The incoming PTA board would like to thank China Williams for serving as President and Jessica Brown for serving as Vice President. Our PTA is stronger thanks to their innovation and dedication.

Welcome back to school! We are looking forward to another year making Westowne great together.
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Your PTA Board, 2016 - 2017
Justine Stull, President
Sarah Fondelier, Vice President
Crystal Shelley, Secretary
Stacie Lauer, Treasurer

School News

School Supplies
Ready for back to school shopping? Find the supply lists on Westowne's website.​