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Puesta del Sol PTA
Unit 2.3.95, Bellevue, WA
Lisa Dembo, Co-President
Julee Seibel, Co-President
Andrea Olsen, Editor
425.456.6143 PTA Office
425.456.6100 School Office
www.puestadelsolpta.org
www.bsd405.org/puestadelsol
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Amity Interns
Contact for Tutoring
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425-829-8696
425-829-8673
Belen
425-289-6379
Fatima
fcalvopa@gmail.com
425-209-6559
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Srta. Sidoine Radio
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KXPA 1540 AM
Sundays from 4-5 p.m.
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Fundraising
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Escrip
Purchase participating products at Safeway and 4% of the price will be donated to Puesta del Sol PTA. Register your Safeway and/or credit cards at escrip.com. Renew annually!
Amazon
Amazon will donate 8% of every purchase you make to BSF for every time you shop amazon.com!
Dining for Dineros
Ooba Tooba Mexican Grill in Factoria will donate 10% of your bill after 3pm weekdays and all day on the weekends. Don't forget to mention Puesta del Sol when you order!
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PTA Board
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Lisa Dembo
Julee Seibel
Mendi Carroll
Laura Dooley
Jennifer Murphy
Valerie Fritz
Janice Griner
Renee Isbell
Laura Rossow
Crystal Coldiron
Brenda Rosellini
GG HaightMember at Large
Stacy Hauser Weigel
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Articles due
Late submissions are not guaranteed
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Calendar of Events
JUNE 2014
7: 5th Grade Party, Newcastle Beach Park from 4-7 p.m.
10: Fall Sponsorship forms due
11: PTA Board Meeting 13/14: Drama Performances 20: Field Day, 1:30-3 p.m. 23: Last Day of School, 9:05-11:05 (bus routes as usual, no lunch)
24: All lost and found items to be donated
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Upcoming Events
| PTA Drama Club and Studio East presents Pinocchio June 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. at Newport High School PAC Come see the 4th and 5th grade talent that's been hiding right here at Puesta del Sol! Tickets are available online Friday May 30th and will also be sold before and after school June 6-13th. Only $8 before the show and $10 at the door. No Lie! If you missed your chance to send a Praise Note you are in luck! The deadline has been extended through today, Friday, June 6th so hurry and purchase them here for $5."
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Notices | Puesta del Sol Principal for 2014-15
Our new incoming Principal Jonathan Shearer will be joining us for our next school year! Please click here to read his introduction letter!
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A Note from the PTA Treasurer
Our fiscal year is nearly over. Please submit all reimbursement requests by June 16 to ensure payment. Email treasurer@puestadelsolpta.org if you have any questions about reimbursements.
Thank you,
Mendi Carroll
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2014-15 Fall Club/Activity Sponsorship Forms Due June 10
Are you thinking about organizing a before or after school club or continuing one at Puesta del Sol next fall? Would you like to request PTA sponsorship? If so, please be sure to visit the PTA's forms site HERE for updated information on what sponsorship provides, our criteria for granting it, as well as the sponsorship application itself.
Applications for activities/clubs starting in the Fall of 2014 are due to the PTA mailbox by Tuesday, June 10 for review/approval by the PTA Board. Due to space challenges, we are requesting all Fall starting clubs and activities to submit requests prior to the completion of the school year so we can plan for and coordinate with the school to accommodate as many programs as possible. If you have any questions, please email the VPs of Educational Enhancement.
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All lost and found items will be donated on June 24
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Great Job Opportunity for Nurses!
BSD is currently hiring registered nurses to work with our wonderful students. Current openings available in Middle School and Elementary School.
Requirements: BSN with current license
Job posting is on the BSD site at bsd405.org. Questions? Contact the school nurse at your home school or Sonja Reid, BSD Lead Nurse at reids@bsd405.org |
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| Dining for Dineros at Ooba-Tooba
Just a reminder to mention Puesta del Sol when you eat at the Factoria Ooba Tooba, located at 12821 SE 38th in Bellevue, weekdays after 3 p.m. and anytime on the weekends. We receive 10% on your order and we have been receiving some nice revenues from this partnership!
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Volunteers Needed
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Field Day is 2 Weeks Away!
Friday, June 20 from 1:30-3:00 p.m.
*Note that we will be starting at 1:30 this year instead of 1:00
We still need volunteers to help with Field Day and have stations that need volunteers to run them! You can pick a friend and run a station together! We still need kindergarten parents to guide groups of kindergarteners through Field Day! If you're interested in volunteering, please contact Carrie Norrah & I'll send you a link to the sign up form through Sign Up Genius-you can pick which ever station sounds fun to you! Thank you to everyone who has already signed up!
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Volunteer in School this Summer!
Would you enjoy working with students in a hands-on role? Please consider helping out! It's a great opportunity for high school and college students considering a career in teaching, or senior citizens looking to connect with young students on a regular basis. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old and willing to commit to a minimum of one morning each week. Volunteers are also needed for the 12-day summer Operation Exploration program at Sherwood Forest Elementary.
Attend one of the upcoming orientation sessions on June 11th (from 2:30-4 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m.). Call the VIBES office at 425-456-4154 or email vibes@bsd405.org with any questions. For more information, click HERE.
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Reminders
|  Summer Camps at Puesta del Sol
Are you looking for some Spanish language experience for your children this summer? Several Puesta del Sol teachers will be holding Summer Camps this summer! Check out the opportunities here . Hurry! Camps fill up fast so register today!

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Now Available - 2014 Auction Project Prints!
If you weren't able to attend our school auction this past March or maybe you didn't receive the winning bid on a class auction project(s), we have made it possible for you to purchase a Combined Auction Projects Print and/or Auction Project Prints by Classroom.
These are giclee prints and produced on a high quality textured fine art paper (240 gms, archival and acid free paper). This is also an opportunity to purchase one for your child's teacher or give to grandparents as a gift!
Click Here to Order Prints! Deadline is June 9
All proceeds benefit Puesta del Sol PTA and PTA programs at our school.
Thank you for your support!
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News from the Library
Library check out closed for the year
Notices will be emailed next week about lost or overdue library books.
Please return ALL library books before school is out
If lost, send a check made out to Puesta del Sol to cover the costs of the lost book. Students who have not returned or paid for lost books before the end of the year will not receive their Yearbook and will not be able to check out next year until the books are returned or paid for. Thanks for helping to keep our library collection up to date!
Inventory Volunteers Needed
Helpers needed to scan books for inventory. It's a very easy job, drop by any time.
Poetry Chair - The famous Poetry Chair appeared in the library right after Spring Break. Students are challenged to memorize and recite a poem in the Poetry Chair. I ask that students recite a number of lines based on their grade:
Kindergarten - nursery rhymes or a 4 line poem 1st grade - poem with 4 lines or more 2nd and 3rd grade - poem with 8 lines or more 4th and 5th grade - poem with 12 lines or more Share your favorite poem with your children and encourage them to try out the Poetry Chair!!
Stacey Brody, Puesta del Sol Librarian
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|  "Be the Bridge to Beat the Achievement Gap" Literacy Book Drive
Donate any used books for Bellevue Schools summer schools and reading programs from now until the end of the year.
- Any language accepted
- Elementary to young adult level
Boxes are in each pod and in the office by the staff work room. Your donations are greatly appreciated and will find a good home.
Thank you! ~Puesta del Sol Student Council |
Community Summer Camps
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Operation Exploration Summer Camp
When: July 8-24
Time: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Where: Sherwood Forest Elementary
Join us this summer as Operation Exploration takes a journey back in time. For all students entering grades 2-6, this hands-on, integrated program emphasizes accelerated academics, creativity, and high-level thinking skills. For more than 30 years, Operation Exploration has provided an academic program that appeals to independent learners who display intense curiosity, prefer complex thinking and like to generate and create unique ideas and products. A sliding tuition scale is available for students that qualify, and limited scholarships may be available based on family need. Sign up today by downloading a registration form on our website www.bsd405.org/summerschool
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NWLA Spanish Immersion Summer Camp
NWLA offers a Spanish Immersion, summer residential program for Bellevue school district/Puesta del Sol students and families on beautiful Whidbey Island, in close proximity to Seattle. Students, grades 1 - 5, have the opportunity to reinforce what was learned during the school year and continue improving their language skills during summer break. This is a unique opportunity for the young learners to earn their requirement of Spanish practice hours, while enjoying all the best of summer camp experience in a pristine natural environment with their family and friends.
For more information and to request an application please contact:
Maria Ellis, Program Director
360.321.2101
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Engineering for Kids Summer Program
As a thank you to Puesta del Sol, Engineering for Kids would like to offer a 15% discount for students and their siblings or friends towards the Apprentice Summer Camps. Camp registration is through the website at engineeringforkids.net/kingcounty . Parents, please enter the discount code EFKPuestaSummer at registration to receive the discount.
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Community | BYSC Fall Soccer
Bellevue Youth Soccer Club (BYSC) is a non-profit organization that is now registering for fall recreational soccer programs for boys and girls ages 5 - 18. Register before May 31st for a $50.00 Early-Bird registration discount!! We're also looking for volunteer coaches at many age levels - parents as well as high school players welcome (earn community service hours!) Visit our website to learn more and register: http://www.bellevueyouthsoccer.org |
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Start Summer Break at Safeco Field!
Saturday, June 21 at 3:00 p.m.
June 21 is the annual All-Star Softball Classic for Homeless Youth at Safeco Field. Watch teams of local celebrities and athletes play each other and help raise money for homeless youth in King County. A portion raised also benefits the Newport Grad Knight 2015 Fund. Tickets are only $7 dollars ($8 off online price)! Visit the website for a full list of celebrities and athletes and to get more information. Hope to see you there!
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|  The YMCA Adventure Guides
This program is a great way for Kindergarten thru 3rd grade father/daughter or father/son adventures and fun. The campouts on Orcas Island (Camp Orkila) are not to be missed. The kids have fun and so do the Dads! And the Moms get some free time! Click HERE for more information. If you are interested, please contact Linda Toycen |
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