Whittier News

Advocacy Update: 12/13/24

Lots happened on the advocacy front in November and early December. Here’s a wrap-up: D2 Director Sarah Clark visited the Whittier in November to learn more about the Whittier community and let us get to know her a bit more We shared this presentation as introduction Sarah Clark expanded on her opinion on school closures, […]

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The Wildchat: 12/11/2024

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 12/13: Last Day to Return “Helping Hands” Gift Cards 12/23 – 1/06: NO SCHOOL (Winter Break) 1/06: PTA Strategic Planning Survey Due 1/07: PTA Work Session 1/13: Registration for After School Programs Begins 1/14: PTA Meeting 1/17: PTA Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Meeting 1/20: NO SCHOOL (Martin Luther King, […]

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The Wildchat: 12/04/2024

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 12/05: Book Fair and Winter Concert 12/09 – 12/12: 5th Grade Field Trip 12/13: Last Day to Return “Helping Hands” Gift Cards 12/23 – 1/06: NO SCHOOL (Winter Break) 1/07: PTA Work Session 1/13: Registration for After School Programs Begins! 1/14: PTA Meeting 1/20: NO SCHOOL (Martin […]

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The Wildchat: 11/20/2024

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 11/20: Helping Hands Drive Begins! 11/20: November Staff Appreciation (4th Grade) 11/22: All School Party (During the School Day) 11/25 – 11/29: NO SCHOOL 11/26: Wildcats Ice Skate at Kraken Community Iceplex 12/05: Book Fair and Winter Concert 12/09 – 12/12: 5th Grade Field Trip 12/13: Last […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 10/8/24

PTA Meeting Minutes: 10/8/24 BOARD MEMBERS / CHAIRS IN ATTENDANCE Kate Lindsay Scher – Co-President Allie DeLong Thomas – Co-President Renee Hartnett – Vice President / Spirit Gear (zoom) Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Meg Herscher – Communications Chair Ashley Schiavone – Fundraising Co-Chair Jess Templeton – Fundraising […]

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The Wildchat: 11/13/2024

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 11/05 – 11/08: In-School Hearing & Vision Screening 11/12: Community Meeting with Sarah Clark, District 2 School Board Director 11/12: PTA Meeting 11/14: Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day 11/20: Helping Hands Drive Begins! 11/20: November Staff Appreciation (4th Grade) 11/22: All School Party (During the School Day) 11/25 […]

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The Wildchat: 11/06/2024

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 11/05 – 11/08: In-School Hearing & Vision Screening 11/12: Community Meeting with Sarah Clark, District 2 School Board Director 11/12: PTA Meeting 11/20: Helping Hands Drive Begins! 11/20: November Staff Appreciation (4th Grade) 11/22: All School Party (During the School Day) 11/25 – 11/29: NO SCHOOL 11/26: Wildcats […]

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The Wildchat: 10/30/2024

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 11/05 – 11/08: In-School Hearing & Vision Screening 11/12: Community Meeting with Sarah Clark, District 2 School Board Director 11/12: PTA Meeting 11/20: Helping Hands Drive Begins! 11/21: November Staff Appreciation (4th Grade) 11/22: All School Party (During the School Day) 11/25 – 11/29: NO SCHOOL 11/26: Wildcats […]

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PTA Meeting Agenda (11/12/2024)

Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting November 12, 2024 Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats) 7:00pm Agenda 7-7:05pm – Transition from Community Meeting with Sarah Clark 7:05-7:15pm – Welcome Call to Order Belonging Practice 7:15-7:25pm – President Update Goals and Meetings Reviews Dashboard Review Budget Priorities survey Levy Overview 7:25-7:40pm – Principal Watters’ Report 7:40-8pm – Chair & Lead […]

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The Wildchat: 10/23/2024

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 10/25: Whittier PTA Fall Carnival 11/05 – 11/08: In-School Hearing & Vision Screening 11/12: PTA Meeting 11/20: Helping Hands Drive Begins! 11/21: November Staff Appreciation (4th Grade) 11/22: All School Party (During the School Day) 11/26: Wildcats Ice Skate 12/05: Literacy Night and Book Fair No More Manual […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 9/10/24

PTA Meeting Minutes: 9/10/24 BOARD MEMBERS / CHAIRS IN ATTENDANCE Kate Lindsay Scher – Co-President Allie DeLong Thomas – Co-President Renee Hartnett – Vice President / Spirit Gear (zoom) Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Meg Herscher – Communications Chair Ashley Schiavone – Fundraising Co-Chair Jess Templeton – Fundraising […]

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The Wildchat: 10/16/2024

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 10/17: October Staff Appreciation (5th Grade) 10/22: Kinder – 1st Grade Caregiver Happy Hour 10/25: Whittier PTA Fall Carnival 11/05: PTA Work Session (Election Night Edition) 11/05 – 11/08: In-School Hearing & Vision Screening 11/12: PTA Meeting 11/20: Helping Hands Drive Begins! 11/21: November Staff Appreciation (4th Grade) […]

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Well-Resourced Schools Update 10/9/24

Update following 10/9 SPS School Board Meeting All Directors (except Sarah Clark) voted to approve SPS creating a proposal for the ’25-26 school year that would address budget concerns and include closing up to five schools Superintendent Brent Jones said school communities would be consolidating (not splitting apart); the list of impacted schools is expected […]

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The Wildchat: 10/09/2024

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 10/10: 4th – 5th Grade Caregiver Happy Hour 10/11: NO SCHOOL (In-Service Day) 10/15: School Portrait Make-Up Day 10/15: 2nd – 3rd Grade Caregiver Happy Hour 10/17: Vaccine Clinic *NEW DATE!* 10/17: October Staff Appreciation (5th Grade) 10/22: Kinder – 1st Grade Caregiver Happy Hour 10/25: Whittier […]

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PTA Meeting Agenda (10/8/2024)

October 8, 2024 Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats) 7:00pm Click here to view the Meeting Presentation PDF AGENDA 7:00pm Welcome and Call to Order Belonging Practice 7:15pm – “The More You Know” Panel + Q&A with Principal Watters, Ms. Lauren, Mr. Collin, and More Learn tips and best practices for communicating with school staff in support […]

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The Wildchat: 10/02/2024

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 What’s Happening This Month: 10/07: Morning Coffee with the PTA(7:40 – 8:15 am, at Drop-Off) 10/08: PTA Meeting 10/10: Free Flu and COVID Vaccine Clinic 10/10: 4th – 5th Grade Caregiver Happy Hour 10/15: 2nd – 3rd Grade Caregiver Happy Hour 10/22: Kinder – 1st Grade Caregiver Happy Hour 10/11: NO […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 6/11/24

PTA Meeting Minutes: 6/11/24 BOARD MEMBERS / CHAIRS IN ATTENDANCE Renee Hartnett – Co-President Courtney Sievers – Co-President Jess Templeton – Vice President (running reflections contest) Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary (attended vida Zoom) Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary Meg Herscher (New communications chair) Kate Scher – Communications (Website/Wildchat) Kiana Swearingen – Equity, […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 5/7/24

PTA Meeting Minutes: 5/7/24 BOARD MEMBERS / CHAIRS IN ATTENDANCE Renee Hartnett – Co-President Courtney Sievers – Co-President Jess Templeton – Vice President Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Stacy Rose – Assistant Treasurer Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary Meg Herscher – Communications chair (zoom) Kate Scher – Communications (Website/Wildchat) Kiana Swearingen – Equity, […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 4/16/24

BOARD MEMBERS / CHAIRS IN ATTENDANCE Renee Hartnett – Co-President Courtney Sievers – Co-President Jess Templeton – Vice President Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Stacy Rose – Assistant Treasurer Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary (zoom) Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary Meg Herscher – Communications chair (zoom) Kate Scher – Communications (Website/Wildchat) Kiana Swearingen – Equity, Diversity & Inclusion […]

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Well-Resourced Schools Update: 9/26/24

Here’s a round-up of what’s been happening with the Well-Resourced Schools proposals since last week: 10/1 Update: Brent Jones has sent an email to families identifying that five schools would now be targeted to close for the 2025-2026 school year; the names of schools will be shared at the “end of October” Brent Jones sent […]

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The Wildchat: 9/25/2024

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 Welcome Back, Wildcats! What’s happening this month: 10/01: PTA-Hosted Work Session 10/07: Morning Coffee with the PTA(7:40 – 8:15 am, at Drop-Off) 10/08: PTA Meeting 10/10: Free Flu and COVID Vaccine Clinic 10/10: 4th – 5th Grade Caregiver Happy Hour 10/15: 2nd – 3rd Grade Caregiver Happy Hour 10/22: […]

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Well-Resourced Schools Updates: 9/18/24

Well-Resourced Schools Update: 9/18/24 There’s been some updates since last week’s Well-Resourced Schools announcement last week. Here’s a summary: SPS released more information with justifications and data related to each plan. You can view it here (page 7 begins the specific data sharing). It should be noted that many community members are questioning the source […]

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Advocacy Opportunity: Send Letters to our Representatives

Advocacy Opportunity: Send Letters to our Reps Writing to our local representatives today is a great way to share your voice. Our representatives can’t know whether our community agrees with SPS’ Well-Resourced Schools plans unless we contact them. For ease, we’ve drafted sample letters you can customize when contacting representatives. Click on the links below […]

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A Letter from the PTA Following SPS’ Well-Resourced Schools Update

Latest “Well-Resourced School” Updates All recent updates are shared on our Advocacy page September 26th Summary September 18th Summary Recent Updates and Advocacy Calls to Action September 12, 2024 Hello Incredible Whittier Community, Amidst the reveal of SPS’ Well-Resourced Schools update yesterday, we as a PTA wanted to reach out as fellow families navigating and processing these […]

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Asking Questions & Sharing Your Voice on the Well-Resourced Schools Plans

Asking Questions & Sharing Your Voice on the Well-Resourced Schools Plans There are opportunities to ask questions and share your voice about the Well-Resourced Schools Plans. Learn more below: Individual Action Contact our local representatives and ask questions, share your concerns, and demand they advocate for your family. Click here for direct links with pre-populated […]

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PTA Meeting Agenda (9/10/24)

September 10, 2024 Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats) 7:30pm (time changed due to Presidential Debate) Agenda 7:30pm Welcome and Call to Order Board & Member Introductions 7:45pm – President Updates 2024-2025 Goals Meeting Structure Overview Standing Rules Update Master Library Tool opens for reservations starting today Curriculum Night (9/19) Table: Ideas & Volunteers 7:55pm – Team […]

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Spare Clothing for Wildcats Needed!

Whittier’s amazing Front Office team is seeking donations of spare clothing for Wildcat students to access throughout the school year. We are specifically seeking donations of clean, great condition: Gender Neutral Socks (sizes XS – XL) Gender Neutral Underwear (sizes XS – XL)Gender Neutral Soft Pants (sizes XS – XL)We’re also seeking:Gender Neutral Short Sleeve […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 3/12/24

PTA Meeting Minutes: 3/12/24 BOARD MEMBERS / CHAIRS IN ATTENDANCE Renee Hartnett – Co-President Courtney Sievers – Co-President Jess Templeton – Vice President Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary (attended via Zoom) Kate Scher – Communications (Website/Wildchat) Kiana Swearingen – Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Chair Ashley Schiavone – Fundraising […]

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The Wildchat: 6/18/2024

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 End of the Year is Here! Great job and congrats to all our 2-minute talent show participants!! Go Wildcats! Thank you to our amazing community volunteers and to Mr. Pule for another amazing Field Day last week! Bookmark this wonderful list of summer programs in our community for the whole family […]

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Help Whittier This Summer!

Want to help Whittier over the summer? Here’s how: Volunteer for one of our key open positions on the PTA. Roles with bite-sized, fun-sized, and full-sized commitments and remote/in-person work styles are available! Help us restock our Staff Lounge! Join us for campus clean-up work parties (8/25 and 8/26)! Volunteer to help during Back to […]

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Open Positions for the 2024-2025 School Year

Whittier PTA is seeking community members to volunteer for key volunteer roles for the 2024-2025 school year. These positions have different commitment levels, including some that can be accomplished remotely. Whittier PTA is an all-volunteer run organization that aims to have fun, build community, and support Whittier Elementary’s educational excellence. Open 2024-2025 PTA Roles Wildchat […]

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The Wildchat: 5/28/24

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 There’s 17 school days left! Here’s your summary of important upcoming dates: May 29: Instrumental Music Concert May 29: SPS School Board Special Meeting – Vision and Values Engagement (New Strategic Plan) May 30: Drag Queen Story Hour May 31: Wildcats Evening at the Ballpark June 5: Spring Sing and Art Walk June 5: […]

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The Wildchat: 5/7/24

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Only 31 Get Ups Left in the 2023-2024 School Year! Here are all the key events remaining this year: May 7 and 9-10: Gansango Residency with Ms. Steph May 8: SPS School Board Meeting (planned agenda covers 2025-2026 School Closures, Restructuring, and Bell Time Changes) May 6-10: Staff Appreciation Week May 7: PTA […]

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2024 Staff Appreciation Week: May 6-10

We love our Whittier teachers and staff! In addition to our on-going appreciation activities, we participate in a full week of appreciation hosted by the Whittier PTA. Whittier PTA hosts most of these appreciation events, but students are invited to participate for two activities during this week: Monday (5/6): Bring flowers to morning drop-off! A […]

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The Wildchat: 4/16/24

Tuesday, April 16, 2024 Mark Your Calendar for These Upcoming Events! April 16: PTA Meeting (with Math Agency vote) in the Library and over Zoom April 19: Last Day to Buy Whittier Wildcat Evening at the Ballpark Tickets April 26: Move-a-thon April 30: “1000% Me: Growing up Mixed” Film screening & discussion for mixed-race children in grades 3-5 […]

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The Wildchat: 3/26/24

March 26, 2024 Community Input Needed: Math Intervention and Extension Opportunities for 2024-2025 School Year Seattle Public Schools does not provide funding or a systematic structure for math intervention. This school year, Whittier has been working with the Math Agency to support scholars in becoming strong, confident and independent math learners. Since the Fall, the […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 2/13/24

Whittier PTA Board Meeting February 13, 2024 7:00pm In Person & ZoomMeeting ID: 817 3911 8250Passcode: wildcats Meeting link BOARD MEMBERS / CHAIRS IN ATTENDANCE Renee Hartnett – Co-President Courtney Sievers – Co-President Jess Templeton – Vice President (running reflections contest) Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary Meg Herscher […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 1/9/24

Whittier PTA Board Meeting January 9, 2024 7:00pm ZoomMeeting ID: 817 3911 8250Passcode: wildcats BOARD MEMBERS / CHAIRS IN ATTENDANCE Renee Hartnett – Co-President Courtney Sievers – Co-President Jess Templeton – Vice President (running reflections contest) Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary (attended vida Zoom) Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary Meg Herscher (New communications […]

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Learn More: School Budgets Discussion with Principal Watters

If you missed last month’s budget conversations with Principal Watters, we encourage all members of our community to watch this virtual version to better understand how Whittier’s budget works and the PTA’s role. As SPS’ budget woes continue, we’ll need to be more transparent and proactive in understanding the important role our PTA plays to […]

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2024 Prides of March Community Drive

During the month of March, the Whittier encourages its Wildcats to support community organizations seeking donations. All families are encouraged to participate by providing any of the supplies listed below between 3/4-3/29. Donations can be given to Principal Watters at drop-off or dropped in the main office. 4th and 5th graders will also help sort […]

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The Wildchat: 3/5/24

March 5, 2024 Quick Updates Ask your Wildcat about Massive Monkees! This PTA-funded residency started this week. Whittier participates in an annual tradition called “Prides of March.” During the month of March, our community aims to support local service organizations’ missions. See below for more info about how your Wildcat can help support our community […]

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Announcing: Move-a-thon 2024!

Get excited for Move-a-thon 2024 on Friday, April 26th! This annual fundraiser encourages Wildcats to move while supporting Whittier PTA’s programs that fund essential staff and services, community events, academic enrichment, and more.https://youtu.be/oC5L6WDtqEo Families–keep an eye out for more information about how you can help your Wildcat fundraise and fun volunteer opportunities to help make […]

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Whittier PTA Standing Rules: 2023-2024

Whittier PTA 6.15.3702023-24 Standing Rules – DRAFT Approved by the Whittier PTA General Membership on January 9, 2024 Article 1. Name, Purpose and History of Organization1.1 The name of this unit is Whittier PTA, local unit 6.15.370 (“PTA”). It was chartered in December The National PTA number is 23239.1.2 The PTA’s mission is to partner […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 11/14/23

Whittier PTA Board MeetingNovember 14, 20237:00pm In Person & ZoomMeeting ID: 817 3911 8250Passcode: wildcats BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Renee Hartnett – Co-President Courtney Sievers – Co-President Jess Templeton – Vice President (running reflections contest) Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary (attended vida Zoom) Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary Kiana Swearingen – Equity, Diversity […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 10/10/23

Whittier PTA Board MeetingOctober 10, 20237:00pm ZoomMeeting ID: 817 3911 8250Passcode: wildcats BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCERenee Hartnett – Co-PresidentCourtney Sievers – Co-PresidentMichelle Nemeth – TreasurerEmily Robertson – Co-SecretaryMandy Nelson – Communications ChairKiana Swearingen – Equity, Diversity & Inclusion ChairAshley Schiavone – Fundraising Co-ChairAnjean Vanden Bosch – Volunteer Chair & Membership ChairEmily Schweiger – Family and […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 9/12/23

Whittier PTA Board MeetingSeptember 12, 20237:00pm In Person & ZoomMeeting ID: 817 3911 8250Passcode: wildcats BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Renee Hartnett – Co-President Courtney Sievers – Co-President Jess Templeton – Vice President (running reflections contest) Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary Emily Robertson – Co-Secretary Mandy Nelson – Communications Chair Kiana Swearingen – […]

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PTA Meeting Minutes: 8/23/23

Whittier PTA Board MeetingAugust 23, 20236:30pm @ Courtney Sievers Home BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Renee Hartnett – Co-President Courtney Sievers – Co-President Jess Templeton – Vice President Michelle Nemeth – Treasurer Melissa Ivancevich – Co-Secretary Kiana Swearingen – Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Chair Leah Lansberry Austin – Volunteer Chair (Combine with Membership) Anjean Vanden Bosch […]

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The Wildchat: 2/13/24

February 13, 2024 TONIGHT! Volunteer Opportunities Gaga Ball Pit Install Crew Spring Fling Planning Committee Spring Fling Class Bucket Coordinators Spring Fling Class Art Project Coordinators PTA Budget Committee Yearbook Coordinator – Please contact the Front Office for more info or to volunteer! Questions? Contact us! 2nd grade Celebrates Whittier Staff Thanks 2nd grade families for your donations […]

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Wildchat: 1/30/24

January 30, 2024 Volunteer Opportunities Our community makes Whittier amazing. Please consider a volunteer opportunity; lots of time commitments and types (in-person, one-time, remote, and more) are available! Gaga Ball Pit Install Crew Spring Fling Planning Committee Spring Fling Class Bucket Coordinators Spring Fling Class Art Project Coordinators PTA Budget Committee Yearbook Coordinator – Please […]

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The Wildchat: 1/9/2024

January 9, 2024 WELCOME TO 2024, WILDCATS! Have you Signed Up for After School Programs? Sign-ups for After School Programs, coordinated by Whittier PTA, launched yesterday afternoon. Learn more about After School programs, including the schedule and how to register. Programs begin January 22nd, so sign-up today! Upcoming Events Still getting back into the swing […]

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The Wildchat: 12/5/2023

December 5, 2023 New After-School Programs Coming in January! We are excited to share a lineup of fun clubs coming this winter! New! Coding With Kids – Scratch Game Development (Grades 3-5) New! Dungeon Master Academy (Grades 3-5) Chess Wizards (Grades 1-5) Introductory Spanish (Grades 1-5) Bricks4Kidz – Jurassic Worlds (Grades 1-2) Gamer Group with […]

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The Wildchat: 11/07/2023

November 7, 2023 There’s Still Time to Shine! We’re 50% towards this year’s $80,000 Annual Give fundraising goal, so we’ve extended our fundraising campaign! Your Wildcat received an Annual Give flyer and envelope on 10/31 in their backpack! We’re asking every Wildcat to complete the Annual Give form and return it in their envelope by […]

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The Wildchat: 10/17/2023

October 17, 2023 This year’s “Wildcats Shine” Annual Give campaign is part of our Fall Fundraising Drive and one of Whittier PTA’s three primary fundraisers. To fund the programs and services we’re committed to support, Whittier PTA has set a Fall Fundraising goal of $80,000. This works out to a suggested donation of $250 per student. However, we know this […]

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The Wildchat: 9/26/2023

September 26, 2023 Welcome back, Wildcats! Here’s all the back-to-school logistics now that we’ve hit the ground running: Important Dates – Check out the right-hand menu for upcoming dates or check out and subscribe to our Google Calendar (sync’d with the calendar you’ll see on Konstella). Latest News – There are lots of ways to make sure […]

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Meet the ’23-24 PTA Board

Meet the Board The Whittier PTA is powered by dozens of parents and staff members who do everything from helping to organize and run events, raising funds, planning parent education events, shaping our school’s EDI efforts, and coordinating community outreach. Leading their efforts are the members of the Whittier PTA board, who each oversee a […]

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Willy Wonka, Jr. presented by the Whittier Wildcat Players!

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The Wildchat: 6/13/2023

June 13, 2023 That’s A Wrap! Whittier PTA-organized After School Programs Ends for this school year! Congratulations to Whittier PTA Program Chair, Jared Cortese, and his amazing volunteers for wrapping up an incredibly successful two sessions of After School Programs! From Lego robotics to games with Mr. Buck to the musical, Wildcats had incredible fun […]

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The Wildchat: 5/30/2023

May 30, 2023 Mission Complete: Thank You for an Amazing Spring Fling! Thank you to everyone is our community that so generously supported our Spring Fling Block Party and Auction. Our goal was to raise $80,000 and, so far, we’ve raised over $100,000 to support essential staff and services at Whittier Elementary! We are so […]

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Volunteers Needed for Blacktop Painting Day – Friday, June 23rd!

The blacktop is getting a refresh! Thanks to the hard work of our 4th grade leadership team, we are able to repaint the hopscotch, four square, tetherball, basketball, kickball and US map areas, and even add a WORLD MAP! But we need LOTS of helping hands. Painting day is FRIDAY, JUNE 23rd. Please sign up for […]

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The Wildchat: 5/16/2023

May 16, 2023 Make Your Class Your Wingman! Has your class gotten Spring Fling tickets? It’s not too late! Buy your tickets today and plan a pre-funk, after party, or designated meeting spot with your class! It’s a pretty tight race among the grades, but we can still fight for 75% participation! Come celebrate your […]

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Protected: Exclusive SGA (Seattle Gymnastics Academy) Parents’ Night Out for Whittier Families on May 20!

SGA is excited to provide a special Parents’ Night Out especially for the Whittier Parent Event on Saturday, May 20th from 6:00pm-9:00pm (this will fill up quickly, so if you are interested, sign up today!) Here is the direct enrollment link to secure your spot for the event: https://app.thestudiodirector.com/seattlegymnasticsacademy/portal.sd?page=Enroll&cident=1677090163052&class_day=2023-05-20 (You will need to enter the […]

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The Wildchat: 5/2/2023

May 2, 2023 Don’t forget! Staff Appreciation Week: Dress Like Your Teacher, Bring a Flower Whittier PTA’s Staff Appreciation Week continues! We’ve already gotten ready for take-off with a coffee cart and today’s inflight snack service. Tomorrow’s festivities will include a catered lunch provided by Barking Dog. How can you join in on the celebration? […]

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The Wildchat: 4/18/2023

April 18, 2023 Back to Reality: Post-Spring Break Updates & Reminders Thank you to everyone who participated in Prides of March! In addition to serving our Ballard Health, Luther Memorial let us know that Whittier’s donations will help their community fed for 2 months. Go Wildcats! It’s Bike Unit at Mr. Pule’s PE Palace! Students […]

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The Wildchat: 3/28/2023

March 28, 2023 Spring After School Program Registration – Thursday, April 6 at 3pm! Whittier PTA is excited to coordinate additional After School Program opportunities for Spring! Planned program offerings include: Mondays (5/1 – 6/12, no classes 5/29) – 2:25 – 4pm: Mighty Coders (Grades 3-5): Coding for Kids Bricks For Kidz (Grades K-2): Lego […]

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Board Meeting Minutes: 2/7/23

Whittier PTA Board Meeting Februrary 7th, 2023 7:00pm in Whittier LibraryMeeting ID: 864 5941 6022Passcode: wildcats BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Leah Lansberry Austin- President Jess Templeton – Co Secretary Kellie Pecoraro – Adviser/Support Courtney Kirk Sievers – Hospitality and Events Kate Scher – Communications Chair Renee Hartnett – Treasurer Cindy Waters – Principal Ashley Schiavone […]

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The Wildchat: 3/13/2023

March 13, 2023 We Need Volunteers for Required Positions on Next Year’s Board! Calling all parents who are interested in getting involved with the PTA! If you are interested in volunteering in any capacity, please email Mendy Minjarez at volunteers@whittierptaseattle.org. We are looking for board members, event organizers, and general volunteers for various roles for both […]

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Whittier PTA’s Board Needs Volunteers Like YOU for next school year!

The Whittier PTA plays an important role in funding essential staff and services at Whittier–a role that will be even more important for the 2023-2024 school year. In order to accomplish this important mission and continue providing the same level of services, like supporting a daily Specialist schedule, Ms. Trilby, field trips, and community events, […]

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Whittier Elementary Announces 2023’s “Prides of March”

Now in its second year, Whittier Elementary celebrates “Prides of March”–a month-long focus on community service for a community partner and in-school spirit events. This year’s “Prides of March” partner organizations are Luther Memorial Church Food Pantry (located directly across from Broadview-Thomson K8 School) and Ballard High School Teen Health Center. Donations can be dropped […]

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Seeking Volunteers to Help with Family Dance & Game Night!

We are seeking volunteers to help with our upcoming Family Dance & Game Night on Friday, March 3! To help make the event run successfully, we need adult caregivers like you to help: Day-of Can you partner with another adult caregiver to supervise activities during the event? We are seeking two volunteers for each of […]

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Wildchat: 2/28/23

February 28, 2023 Family Dance & Game Night THIS Friday! Put on your dancing shoes for the Whittier Family Dance & Game Night, Friday March 3rd. The party begins at 6:00PM and will wrap up at 8:30PM, so grab an early dinner and come ready to play, twist, shake, and party with your Whittier family […]

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Board Meeting Minutes: 1/10/23

Whittier PTA Board Meeting January 10, 2023 7:00pm via ZOOMMeeting ID: 864 5941 6022Passcode: wildcats BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Leah Lansberry Austin- President Tina Lilley – Adviser/Support/Spirit Gear/Website Jess Templeton – Co Secretary Jared Cortese – Co Secretary Courtney Kirk Sievers – Hospitality and Events Mendy Minjarez – Volunteer Coordinator Kate Scher – Communications Chair […]

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The Wildchat: 2/14/2023

February 14, 2023 Happy Valentines’ Day! Whittier needs YOU! Our Wildcat experience and Whittier community happens because of family volunteers. We’re seeking volunteers for: Spring Fling Classroom Bucket Coordinator (1 per class; Classrooms needing volunteers – DiTullio, Worotikan, Leming, Mayo, Richmond, Keener, Provence, SPED) Spring Fling Class Art Coordinator (1 per class; Classrooms needing volunteers […]

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Save the Date (& Opportunities to Help): Spring Fling 2023

First and foremost, SAVE THE DATE MAY 20th for this year’s SPRING FLING FUNDRAISER – Highway to the Wildcat Zone! Yes, that means this year’s theme is Top Gun! The goal is for tickets to go on sale March 1st, more details to follow in the upcoming weeks! This is another one of our big fundraising efforts to raise money […]

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May 2023 Lunch Menu

May’s breakfast offerings are $2.25 and lunch offerings are $3.25. An a la carte menu is also available throughout the year. For more nutrition information and breakfast menus, please view menus at: https://family.titank12.com/menu/LPX5UV DATELUNCH ENTREÉ 1LUNCH ENTREÉ 2ENTREÉ 3/VEGETABLESEASONAL FRUITMON, MAY 1Cheese Burgers w/FriesBean and Cheese BurritoSeasonal VegetablesSeasonal FruitTUES, MAY 2Creamy Pesto Pasta w/WW RollSunbutter & […]

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March 2023 Lunch Menu

March’s breakfast offerings are $2.25 and lunch offerings are $3.25. An a la carte menu is also available throughout the year. For more nutrition information and breakfast menus, please view menus at: https://family.titank12.com/menu/LPX5UV DATELUNCH ENTREÉ 1LUNCH ENTREÉ 2ENTREÉ 3/VEGETABLESEASONAL FRUITWED, MAR 1Chicken Tenders & Tater TotsBagel LunchboxBeans & Sliced CucumbersAppleTHURS, MAR 2Cheese TamaleCheeseburger & FriesCorn & […]

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February Lunch Menu

February’s breakfast offerings are $2.25 and lunch offerings are $3.25. An a la carte menu is also available throughout the year. For more nutrition information and breakfast menus, please view menus at: https://family.titank12.com/menu/LPX5UV DATELUNCH ENTREÉ 1LUNCH ENTREÉ 2ENTREÉ 3/VEGETABLESEASONAL FRUITWED, FEB 1Hummus Lunch BoxSunflower Butter and Jelly sandwichCarrot, Tomato, Cucumber, CeleryBanana, AppleTHURS, FEB 2Mozzarella BreadstickCheeseburgerFrench Fries, […]

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The Wildchat: 1/31/2023

January 31, 2023 After School Programming is returning to Whittier Elementary this February! Register February 3rd! Registration for all clubs will go live Friday, February 3rd at 3pm; registration information will be available here when registration opens: https://whittierptaseattle.org/after-school-programs-at-whittier/. Spots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, so please be sure to mark your calendars! […]

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Board Meeting Minutes: 12/13/22

Whittier PTA Board Meeting December 13, 2022 7:00 pm via ZOOMMeeting ID: 864 5941 6022Passcode: wildcats BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Leah Lansberry Austin- President Tina Lilley – Adviser/Support/Spirit Gear/Website Jess Templeton – Co Secretary Courtney Kirk Sievers – Hospitality and Events Mendy Minjarez – Volunteer Coordinator Lauren Carey – EDI co chair Megan Wildenrandt – […]

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The Wildchat: 1/17/2023

January 17, 2023 Whittier Community Summary Covid Update: Please help us minimize the spread of Covid at Whitter by monitoring scholars for symptoms and testing at home, keeping scholars home if they are exhibiting symptoms or not feeling well, and practicing good hand hygiene and wear a mask if you’ve been exposed. Please contact Nurse […]

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Board Meeting Minutes: 11/8/22

Whittier PTA Board Meeting November 8, 2022 7:00pm via ZOOM Meeting ID: 864 5941 6022 Passcode: wildcats BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Leah Lansberry Austin- President Kathleen Donahoe Jess Templeton – Co Secretary Emily Grosse – Hospitality and Events Courtney Kirk Sievers – Hospitality and Events Tina Lilley – Adviser/Support/Spirit Gear/Website Mendy Minjarez – Volunteer Coordinator […]

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The Wildchat: 12/13/2022

December 13, 2022 End of 2022 Reminders Between 12/12-12/16, check the Lost & Found (on racks in the main hallway) and find those hats, gloves, scarves, and lunchboxes (!) that have gotten away! 3rd grade’s Staff Appreciation is on 12/15; please drop-off donations before 8am! 12/15 is Ms. Jo Day! Please bring notes of appreciation […]

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Community Meeting Minutes: 10/11/22

Whittier PTA Community Meeting October 11, 2022 7:00pm via ZOOM Meeting ID: 864 5941 6022 Passcode: wildcats BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Leah Lansberry Austin Jared Cortese – Co Secretary Jess Templeton – Co Secretary Kellie Pecoraro – Adviser/Support Emily Grosse – Hospitality and Events Courtney Kirk Sievers – Hospitality and Events Kate Scher – Communications […]

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Book Fair & Literacy Night

Whittier’s Love of Reading is Out of This World! BOOK FAIR SHOPPING 2:30 – 7:30pm in the Library Provided by Phinney Books % of all sales benefit the Whittier Library Shop for yourself, family, or teachers! Can’t make it in-person? An online shopping link will be available soon. LITERACY NIGHT EVENTS 5:30 – 7:30pm in the […]

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The Wildchat: 11/15/2022

November 15, 2022 Fall Fundraising Final Update: Great Job, Wildcats! Congratulations, Wildcats! We’ve wrapped up our Fall Fundraising with an amazing $75,885.43 raised through Annual Give and Move-a-thon contributions, reaching 84% of our $90,000 fundraising goal. We’re optimistic that our upcoming Spring Fling Auction and Block Party fundraiser in May will help us reach this […]

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November Lunch Menu

October’s breakfast offerings are $2.25 and lunch offerings are $3.25. An a la carte menu is also available throughout the year. For more nutrition information and breakfast menus, please view menus at: https://family.titank12.com/menu/LPX5UV DATELUNCH ENTREÉ 1LUNCH ENTREÉ 2ENTREÉ 3/VEGETABLESEASONAL FRUITTUES, NOV 1Cheese pizzaSunflower Butter and jelly sandwichProtein salad barRed seedless grapesWED, NOV 2Hot dog and friesYogurt […]

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Learn More: What Does the PTA Fund?

If you’re new to understanding the complex funding structure of education (and SPS and Washington State public schools in particular), you may be confused about the PTA’s role in “essential staff and services” at Whittier. Learn more about the role PTA funds play in Whittier’s annual operations and budgets: Whittier is the 16th largest elementary […]

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The Wildchat: 11/1/22

November 1, 2022 ANNUAL GIVE DRIVE EXTENDED: Help Us Reach our Fall Fundraising Goal! Thank you, Wildcats for contributing to our Fall Fundraising campaign this year! With both Move-a-thon and Annual Give, we’ve raised over $70,000 towards our $90,000 Fall Fundraising goal. We’re extending our Annual Give Drive through 11/14 and hope to increase family […]

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Whittier PTA Announces 2022 Reflections Art Contest

Does your Wildcat enjoy art, music and dance or have an interest in writing, producing films and taking photos? Then join us and have fun unleashing your inner artist with PTA Reflections, a national arts recognition program. WHAT IS THE REFLECTIONS PROGRAM?Reflections is a national arts contest. All students are invited to reflect on this […]

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Board Meeting Minutes: 9/20/22

Whittier PTA Board Meeting September 20, 2022 7pm via Zoom Meeting Link BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Leah Lansberry Austin Jared Cortese – Co Secretary Jess Templeton – Co Secretary Kellie Pecoraro – Adviser/Support Megan Herscher – Community Member Kathleen Donahoe – Co Hospitality and Events Emily Grosse – Hospitality and Events Courtney Kirk Sievers – […]

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The Wildchat: 10/18/22

Annual Give is Taking Off! We’ve just closed Annual Give’s second week–and we’ve raised over $16,000 so far, bringing our Fall Fundraising total to $39,000 (or 43% of our $90,000 goal). We’re aiming to raise $250 per student through direct donations before 10/28 (and to amplify those donations through Employer Matching when possible). As a […]

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Upcoming Vaccine Clinic at Whittier!

The clinic will be held on Wednesday, October 19 between 8:30am – 1pm. We will be giving flu shots and hopefully the new, pediatric bivalent COVID booster (as long as it is released in time). Children are eligible for the booster as long as it has been 2 months since their last booster and they […]

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The Wildchat: 10/4/22

Fall Fundraising Takes Off! This week we start racing down the runway to reach our $90,000 Fall Fundraising goal! If you feel like you’re encountering turbulence with the details, here’s what you need to know: We’re aiming to raise $250 per student through Annual Give and Move-a-thon to reach our Fall Fundraising goals and ensure […]

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Specialist Schedule

At Whittier, students rotate which Specialist they visit every two days (AA/BB/CC). This schedule is partially funded by the Whittier PTA. Classes visit the same Specialist class two days in a row before rotating to the next. Holidays are skipped over (resuming wherever classes left off in the rotation) so no classroom misses specialist instruction. […]

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Join the Whittier PTA for Pints for Purpose

Join the Whittier PTA for tasty drinks while supporting Whittier! Between 3-10pm on Wednesday, October 5, Wheelie Pop Brewing will donate $1 per pint or tasting tray purchased at their brewery (1110 NW 50th Street) to the Whittier PTA. Wheelie Pop has indoor and outdoor seating, is family friendly, and they’ll have Burger Planet on-site (and Trailbend […]

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The Wildchat: 9/20/22

Welcome Back, Wildcats! Important To Dos for New & Returning Wildcats Create your Paypams account to pay for lunch, if needed. (You’ll need a Student ID number to set-up an account; you can find your student’s ID number on The Source. Learn more about meals at Whittier this year.)Breakfast and lunch menus will be posted […]

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September Breakfast & Lunch Menu

September’s breakfast offerings are $2.25 and lunch offerings are $3.25. An a la carte menu is also available throughout the year. BREAKFASTLUNCH ENTRÉE 1LUNCH ENTRÉE 2LUNCH ENTRÉE 3FRUIT & VEGGIESMON, SEPT 12Assorted CerealChicken WingsTurkey Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato SandwichSunbutter & Jelly Sandwich2 Seasonal Veggies & Fruit SelectionsTUES, SEPT 13Assorted Breakfast PastryPizzaChicken Caprese SaladSeeds & Cheese […]

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