Roadrunner Masthead
A Strandwood PTA Publication
APRIL 13, 2015
Good Morning 
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In This Issue
Don't Miss These Fun Programs!
Book Fair Needs Volunteers!
March/April After School Programs
Picture Day is Tuesday
Free Family Movie Night
Steve and Kate's Camp
Dates, Times and Places
Don't Miss These Fun Programs Starting This Week!

After school Basketball & Flag Football 

 

Register for after-school Basketball and/or Flag Football! These programs start this week and we still have openings. The flyer with more information including how to register can be seen HERE and can also be found in the school office or on the Strandwood PTA website at: www.strandwoodpta.org.

 

  • Flag Football - Tuesdays, 3-4pm ($100)
  • Basketball - Thursdays, 3-4pm ($100)

 

Contact Tina Ochoa with any questions at vpprograms@strandwoodpta.org.

 

Remember, we will need a parent volunteer present at these programs in order for them to happen. The parent volunteer must be cleared through the district and be a PTA member (paid the $7.50 membership dues).


Book Fair Needs Volunteers

 

We invite you to visit our Scholastic Book Fair and experience a celebration of reading that provides families the opportunity to get involved in a universal mission: encouraging kids to read every day so they can lead better lives. This is an event that brings a wonderful selection of fun, engaging, and affordable books kids want to read. The more kids practice reading, the better they'll get. We hope you will join us in the library! Please click HERE to sign up as a volunteer. 

 

Friday, April 17th 
2:50-8:00pm

 

Monday, April 20th 
2:50pm-6:00pm 

 

Tuesday, April 21st 
2:50-8:00pm  (Book Fair Hours)

5:30-6:30pm  (Ice Cream Sundaes)

6:00-7:00pm Story Time with your favorite Strandwood storytellers!!!

 

Wednesday, April 22nd 
11:30am - 2:00pm               

 

**Questions about Book Fair? Please contact Emily Ludlow or Lizzy Peters at ludlowemily@gmail.com or lizzy.peters@sbcglobal.net **

 

*Special Note: Wednesday's Book Fair will be open during school hours to provide kindergarteners, parents, grandparents and community a chance to shop. Sign up HERE to volunteer! 


MARCH/APRIL Strandwood After School Programs

Programs will be canceled if we do not get a Parent Volunteer to be present at the after-school program sessions (must be TB-tested and fingerprinted) or if participation registration is low. 

  


 

Golf - Starts April 14!

This golf class is for athletes that want to perfect basic golf skills while playing games, gaining coordination and learning about the Core Values of golf. Click HERE for the flyer and registration information.


 

Grades:            2-5

Day/Time:        Tuesdays, 3 - 4 PM

Location:          Upper Grade Level blacktop area

Cost:                $55 per participant (all equipment is provided!)


 

Back by Popular Demand! LEGO ENGINEERING - Starts 4/14

Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGOŽ! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars, mazes, motorized cars, and the Battletrack! New challenges for returning students. Click HERE to see flyer. 


 

Grades:             K-5

Day/Time:         Tuesdays, 3pm - 4:30pm

Dates:               April 14 - June 2

Location:           Strandwood MUR (Grades K-1), C7 (Grades 2-5)

Cost:                 $148 


 

To register for Pre-Engineering (Grades K-1) go to: http://register.play-well.org/registration/new/40799 

To register for Engineering FUNdamentals (Grades 2-5) go to: http://register.play-well.org/registration/new/40746 

For more information contact: Erik Olson erik@play-well.org or 415-446-8384


 

Flag Football - Starts 4/14!

One on One coaches will teach the fundamentals of passing, catching, offensive and defensive strategies, teamwork skills and sportsmanship. Click HERE for the flyer and registration information.


 

Grades:            1-5

Day/Time:        Tuesdays, 3 - 4 PM

Location:          Field/Track area

Cost:                $100

 

4th/5th Grade Stage Play - Starts 4/15

Stage Play Drama Club has a new session for 4th / 5th graders (younger siblings will be considered upon request) starting April 15th. Class runs 12:30pm - 2pm on Wednesdays in the MU Room.  Here is link to register:

http://www.strandwoodpta.org/flyers/Stage_Play_Registration_Form_2015.pdf

 

Basketball - Starts 4/16!

One on One instructors will conduct a one hour clinic each week to help your child become a better basketball player. Players will have fun going through drills, contests and game competitions. Click here for the flyer and registration information.

  • Grades:            K-5
  • Day/Time:       Thursdays, 3 - 4 PM
  • Location:         Upper Grade Basketball Courts
  • Cost:                $100

Drawing Star Wars Characters! - Starts 4/17!

Learn to draw all your favorite characters from a galaxy far, far away. Create your own Darth Vader, Boba Fett, Yoda and more, even X-Wings and Tie Fighters! Each class focuses on one or two characters, starting with basic shapes and stick figures, and working our way up to a complete, colored drawing each week. Click HERE for the flyer that includes details and registration information.


 

Grades:            1-5

Day/Time:        Fridays, 3 - 4 PM

Location:         Classroom C-& (Science Room)

Cost:                $112 + $15 lab fee


 

Picture Day is Tuesday! We Need Volunteers!

 

Need Volunteers!  Spring Picture Day - Tuesday, April 14th!

 

The school is in need of 3 volunteers to help LifeTouch Photographers at Strandwood during the following hours on Tuesday:

 

8:15am to 1:50pm


 

NOTE: Volunteers will receive a $50 voucher for Spring Photos from LifeTouch!


If you are available to help out (even if for a specific timeframe/shift), please contact Tina Ochoa at vpprograms@strandwoodpta.org.

 

 

Free Family Movie Night - April 17th!

Come to Strandwood for a fun family night and see the movie "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day." See flyer for details.

 

Doors will open at 6pm and the movie will begin at 6:30pm. Be sure to bring blankets, pillows and low chairs only. 

 

Outdoor Ed will be selling popcorn and other goodies that evening for your family to enjoy during the movie!

 

Sign-up for the Free Family Movie Night via the link or email below:

 

 

No drop-offs allowed; children must be with a parent/adult the entire time.

 

If you have any questions, feel free to email vpprograms@strandwoodpta.org.

 

Steve and Kate's Camp

 

Campers choose activities such as stop motion animation, soccer in an inflatable stadium, rock climbing on a 30-foot wall, breadmaking, knitting, music recording in custom vocal booths, learning to code, and pie throwing - all good for your child's resumé. Two ways to play: 

  • Day Passes - Buy any number of days and use them anytime.
  • Membership - One fee covers the entire summer. Lunch, snacks and all materials included in both plans.
Grades Pre-K through 7th. 40+ locations. Founded in 1980.

Contact: 415-389-KIDS. Register at www.steveandkate.com.











 








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Dates, Times and Places
April 14 - Spring Picture Day
April 16 - Kindergarten Field Trip to Smith Family Farm
April 17 - Free Family Movie Night
April 17-22 - Book Fair
April 22 - Twin/Multiples Day (dress like twins!)






 


 
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