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The Wildchat: 10/8/2025

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October 8, 2025

What's Happening This Month:

• Oct 14 – PTA Meeting (7 PM in the Cafeteria)  

• Oct 19 – First Grade Family Happy Hour (Old Stove Brewing at 3:30 PM)  

• Oct 24 – Fall Carnival (5–7 PM on the Blacktop)  

• Oct 24 – Whitman Middle School Fall Play (6:30 PM at Whitman)  

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School News & Events:

PTA Meeting Featuring Wildcat Teachers — October 14 at 7 PM

Digital flyer for the Whittier PTA Meeting. The Whittier Wildcat mascot waves in front of the school building. Large text at the top reads “Whittier PTA Meeting.” The flyer invites all to attend the monthly meeting to learn about educational goals, hear from Principal Watters, and vote on key issues. This month’s focus topic: “Teacher Panel.” Event details: October 14, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Whittier Library and on Zoom. The Whittier Wildcats logo appears at the bottom with the website “whittierptaseattle.org.”

We’re expecting a big turnout for this month’s PTA Meeting featuring our amazing Wildcat teachers!
Join us in the Cafeteria instead of the Library.

Check out the agenda and submit a question for the Teacher Panel in advance.

Field Trip Fee for K–4 Families

Whittier is asking each family with Kindergarten through Grade 4 students to contribute $50 for this year’s field trips.
This covers entrance fees, transportation, and assemblies for the year — and every student participates regardless of ability to pay.

Pay via SchoolPay or by cash/check at the main office.

Fall Carnival — October 24 from 5–7 PM on the Blacktop

Bright orange digital flyer for the Whittier PTA Fall Carnival. Two dancing skeletons decorate the sides. Large text reads: “Fall Carnival — Oct 24, 5–7 PM, Whittier Blacktop.” Below, details include: “Carnival games, face painting, raffle, mini pumpkin painting, concessions, two food trucks, and more! Halloween costumes are encouraged!” A white pumpkin graphic at the bottom reads: “Questions? fallcarnival@whittierptaseattle.org.”

Join us for games, raffles, mini-pumpkin painting, concessions, and more at this year’s Fall Carnival! 🎃
Halloween costumes encouraged.

Volunteer or donate through the signup form.

First Grade Family Happy Hour — October 19 at Old Stove Brewing (Ballard)

Digital flyer for the Whittier PTA event titled “First Grade Families Happy Hour!” The background shows an amber-colored drink splashing from a glass. Overlaid text reads: “Whittier PTA” at the top, with the Whittier Wildcats paw logo on the upper left. Main text: “First Grade Families Happy Hour!” Event details: “Sunday, Oct 19 @ 3:30 PM, Old Stove Brewing Co, 1550 NW 49th St.” Hosted by room reps: Snigdha & Anna (Bailey/W), Ellie (Hansen), and Kate (Shellenberger).

First-grade families — connect outside the classroom! Meet at Old Stove Brewing in Ballard at 3:30 PM for a casual get-together. Kids welcome!

From the Community: Whitman’s Fall Play — October 24 at 6:30 PM

Support our neighbors at Whitman Middle School!
The Fall Play kicks off October 24 at 6:30 PM at Whitman.

Buy tickets here.

Get Involved & Support Whittier:

Volunteers Needed for Fall Carnival

Digital flyer with a beige background featuring black skeletons holding pumpkins on each side. Large black text at the top reads “Volunteers Needed!” Below, orange and black text announces “Fall Carnival — Oct 24, 5–7 PM.” A box in the center reads: “Be a Halloween hero and sign up for an awesome 1–1.5 hour volunteer shift!” At the bottom, a pumpkin graphic includes contact info: “Questions? fallcarnival@whittierptaseattle.org.”

Sign up for a day-of volunteer shift today!

Become a Volunteer and Build Your Village!

Meme featuring a close-up of a young man (from Dawson’s Creek) crying with exaggerated sadness. White bold text above and below reads: “Seriously, we need volunteers.” Below the image, text says, “Check out all the ways: whittierptaseattle.org/volunteer.”

Whether you have ten minutes or ten hours, there’s a way to help make Whittier unforgettable — from STEAM Lab support to event planning to classroom help.

You can find your perfect fit on our Volunteer page.

It’s Not Too Late to Donate to Annual Give!

We’re in the final stretch of our Annual Give campaign and so close to our goal!
Matching donations make a huge difference — last year, they covered over 30% of total giving.

Make your donation today → Annual Give 2025

Have You Joined the PTA

Membership is a great way to stay connected and make your voice heard.

Join today → whittierptaseattle.org/membership

Thank you, Wildcats!