Dear Rockwell Families,

As you know, at this time of year we begin looking ahead to next year. Many of you are experiencing changes this year due to the boundary adjustment process, and as our numbers change, so does our staffing. In addition, many of our staff are experiencing life changes that have necessitated some adjustments. I want to keep you as aware as possible so that you may send your well wishes accordingly.

After several years with Rockwell, Colleen Smith will be retiring this year and spending time with her family. We wish her the best and will miss her tremendously. The gifts that Colleen has shared with her students and her team will carry on for years. Enjoy some well-earned relaxation, Colleen!

Keri Legg, who has been with us for two years, will be moving to Kirk Elementary in the fall. Most of her family and close friends live in Kirkland, and Keri is excited to be closer to her many loved ones. Kirk is very lucky to have her.

Kate Haase, who joined us midyear when Ms. Armstrong took on the K-1 Highly capable program, will be heading to the Snohomish School District in the fall. Kate has done a wonderful job here and quickly became part of the team - thank you, Kate! We'll miss you!

Lisa Mahendran, who has taught here at Rockwell for several years, is also leaving us to work in the Snohomish School District, at a school which is mere minutes from her house. We are so sad to see her go, but know that she will be a gift to her future students. Lisa and Kate will actually be teaching in the same school next year, so we are happy that they will each be traveling with a buddy.

Lois Park and Richard Colbert are also both leaving Rockwell after this year. We thank them for their dedication and support to our students in special education and our ELL program.

 After an amazing year here at Rockwell, our Assistant to the Principal, Jimmy Cho is taking on the role of Principal at Franklin Elementary School. We are so proud of Jimmy and appreciate all that he has done in his time here with us.

In addition to saying goodbye to these treasured friends, you will see some familiar faces in different places this fall: Danielle White will be rejoining the kindergarten team, where she did wonderful work in the 2013-2014 school year. Rebecca Breier will make the switch from fifth grade to third, and is very excited to do so and learn a new curriculum. Kim Honkawa and Julian Cortes will both be moving to fifth grade, and are excited to participate in all of the activities and learning that make fifth grade so special.

As our enrollment numbers shift, there may be more changes ahead. However, please join me in thanking all of our departing teachers for their service, and in welcoming our teachers who are taking on new challenges with warmth and support. We have an amazing staff, and I am so proud of our teachers for continuing to grow and challenge themselves as learners.

Thank you for your support and kindness,

Kirsten Gometz

Principal, Norman Rockwell Elementary

It is the passion and commitment of dedicated volunteers and staff who make all the difference!

"Exceptional"  "Outstanding"  "Above and Beyond" - When you read these words, do any parent volunteers, teachers, or staff come to mind?  If so....Get your nominations in for the 2015 Rockwell Volunteer Awards Celebration held on June 4. 

Ami King

On your marks! Get set! Go!

• Water Balloon Fillers will receive 30 small balloons and nozzle via Kid Mail the week prior to field day, and will need to return the filled balloons to school with your student the morning of Wednesday, June 10th. Drop containers will be located in front of the school.

Our LAST PTA General Membership meeting of the school year is on Thursday, May 28th at 7pm. 

You're ALL Invited!

Elections! 

Principal's Update! 

PTA Update!

Door Prizes! 

*Maybe it's your last meeting or maybe it's your first one ever...regardless, please come!! Let's have a good showing of support to vote in our incoming board members for next year. Come hear about your child's school and PTA and have your voice heard. 

Calling all PTA Chairs!  Please submit your reimbursements to the treasurer's box in the office by June 8th.  

Questions? Contact:

Michael Trzupek

PTA Treasurer

Many chair or co-chair positions need to be filled for next year prior to the end of this school year. Please consider chairing (or co-chairing with another parent) one of the many positions that need filling! You'll have fun and, more importantly, so will the kids!

We can't do it without all of you and unfilled positions may result in the cancellation of some of our treasured events/programs. 

Some EVENTS chairs needed for next year: 

• Heritage Night (January)
• Bingo Night (February)
• School Dance (March)
• Field Day (June - jump on the team this year to be trained for next year!)
• Contact Jennifer Myrick with questions

Some ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT parent coordinators needed for next year:

• Chess Club 
• Lego Club 
• Salmon in the Classroom (incoming 4th grade parents)
• PTA Reflections Art Contest Coordinator 
• Contact Mandi Bhatia with questions

...and there's more open.... PLEASE READ FULL ARTICLE HERE!  

THANK YOU,

ROCKWELL PTA

Thanks to everyone who participated in Math Challenge #14. 

Did you know the LWSD Website has a Community Bulletin Board? Check there often (and year-round) for special events, classes, and summer camps for kids! Community Board Link.

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our AmazonSmile link!  Bookmark it and use the link every time you shop.

-Volunteer Application:   LWSD Volunteer application. It's easy to complete and is good for 2 years. Fill yours out or check your renewal status today!

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 -Bookmark & Register for your account on our  New PTA  Website. Calendar info, announcements, forms, first day packets in the fall, and much more!