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The Wildchat: 11/05/2025

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November 5, 2025

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Wildcats Ice Skate

Join us for fun on the ice with our family ice skating event at the Kraken Community Iceplex during Thanksgiving break!

To reserve your spot, please pay through the PayPal link below. Make sure you arrive ~30 minutes early to get your bracelet and skates before hitting the ice! The Iceplex will provide some skate aids for our group. Please see event details below. Can’t wait to see you on the ice!

Date: November 26th, 2025, 1:15 to 2:15 pm

Cost: $12 per skater, which includes skate rental.

Payment: visit paypal.me/WhittierPTASeattle. Please add a message and indicate payment is for Wildcats ice skate. Please also include your name and number of skaters. Your name will be used at check in to receive bracelets for the event. 

What to bring: Helmet. 

Volunteers: The event won’t be successful without your support. Please sign up to volunteer here. Questions? Contact Bonnie for more details.

Helping Hands Gift Card Drive

Seeking Family Dance & Game Night Chair(s)

We’re looking for 1-2 volunteers to help chair our Family Dance & Game Night community event (scheduled for Thursday, March 19). This fun event usually combines games of all kinds, dancing, and baked goods for a fun evening at school–but the vision is up to the Chair! To learn more about what’s involved, contact Aisling (events@whittierptaseattle.org).

Book Fair to Support Ms. Newcomb’s Library

Support Ms. Newcomb’s library program at this year’s Book Fair! This event is hosted both in-person at Whittier (11/19 from 1:15-7:30pm, 11/24 from 8am-2pm, 11/25 from 8am-2pm), online at bookshop.org, and in-person at Phinney Books (mention “Whittier” when checking out between 11/19-12/9). 25% of sales directly benefit the Whittier library!

We’re looking for volunteers to help make the Book Fair run smoothly. Volunteers are welcome to bring their children during their shift. Shifts are short and accessible! Learn more and sign-up >>

We need to accomplish this to support the musical this year! Paws up!

From Our Community

Seattle Wrestling Club

Ingraham High School, Nov 6-Feb, T/Th 6:30-8

Tuesday Kirke Park Pickup Games

Hey Whittier Community. I am 2nd grader Newland Browning’s Father. I would like to organize pickup games on Tuesdays after school at Kirke Park, starting at around 2:45. My plan is to be there with Newland and various balls, bats, etc every Tuesday rain or shine to get some games going. I am happy to organize at first but am hoping for a critical mass of kids stopping by from week to week so that it can be kid-led with minimal parent involvement or supervision. Newland loves to play sports but is having trouble finding public spots where pickup games are happening. If your Whittier kid of any age is looking for something to do on Tuesdays come by Kirke or send them over and we’ll see if we can get something going!

Tumbles Gym in Ballard – Opening Soon!

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Tumbles, Ballard’s newest children’s gym and movement facility, is officially opening its doors soon! Tumbles is dedicated to providing a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children from 4 months through age 12 can develop crucial motor skills, confidence, and a lifelong love for fitness. We will be offering structured gym classes, camps, and unforgettable birthday parties.

To celebrate our arrival and to thank our community, we set aside time just for Whittier Families! This is a wonderful opportunity for the Whittier community to explore our facility and experience our activities completely free of charge before we open to the public.

Date: Friday, November 7th
Time: 4 – 5pm
Location: Tumbles Ballard, 5680 57th Street NW, Seattle, WA 98107

We’ll have our staff on hand to guide kids through a few sample activities, answer any questions about our curriculum and scheduling, and help get folks signed up for classes.

We look forward to partnering with you to bring healthy, active fun to the Ballard community!

Warmly,
Marrianne

Thank you, Wildcats!

Breakfast & Lunch Menus: November 2025

Monday, November 3

Breakfast: English Muffin w/ Egg Patty and Cheese – (egg, dairy, wheat, sesame, soy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Chicken Tenders – (soy, egg, wheat); or Wowbutter and Jelly (Soy, Wheat, Sesame, Dairy); with Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy) and Apple.

Tuesday, November 4

Breakfast: Bagel w/Cream Cheese – (Egg, Soy, Dairy, Wheat, Sesame); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Chicken Mole & Corn Arepas (Egg, Soy and Milk); or Turkey and Cheese Wrap (Wheat, Dairy, Sesame); with Spanish Rice (Soy) and Beans, Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Orange.

Wednesday, November 5

Breakfast: English Muffin w/ Egg Patty and Cheese – (egg, dairy, wheat, sesame, soy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Hot Dog (Soy, Wheat, Sesame); or Turkey Sub Sandwich (Gluten, Dairy, Sesame, Soy); with Tots, Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Pear.

Thursday, November 6

Breakfast: English Muffin w/ Butter – (wheat, sesame, dairy, soy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Teriyaki Chicken w/Yakisoba (Gluten, Soy, Sesame, Corn); or Bagel Lunchbox (Dairy, Gluten, Sesame, Soy); with Veggie Yakisoba (Gluten, Soy, Corn), Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Apple.

Friday, November 7

Breakfast: Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Chicken Wings (Wheat) w/Mashed Potatoes (Soy, Dairy) and Corn on the Cob); or Yogurt (Dairy, Gluten, Soy); with Chefs Choice, Mashed Potatoes (Soy, Dairy) and Corn on the Cob, Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Fruit Cup.

Monday, November 10

Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs, French Toast, Hashbrown (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Cheese Pizza (Wheat, Dairy); or Turkey and Cheese Wrap (Wheat, Dairy, Sesame); with Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy) and Apple.

Tuesday, November 11

NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, November 12

Breakfast: English Muffin w/ Egg Patty and Cheese – (egg, dairy, wheat, sesame, soy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Cheese Burger (Wheat, Sesame, Dairy, Soy); or Turkey Sub Sandwich (Gluten, Dairy, Sesame, Soy); with Fries (Wheat), Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Pear.

Thursday, November 13

Breakfast: English Muffin w/ Butter (Wheat, Sesame, Dairy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Walking Taco; or Bagel Lunchbox (Dairy, Gluten, Sesame, Soy); with Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy) and Apple.

Friday, November 14

Breakfast: Breakfast Pastries; or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Corn Dog (Eggs, Soy, Wheat, Gluten); or Yogurt (Dairy, Gluten, Soy); with Tots, Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Fruit Cup.

Monday, November 17

Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs, French Toast, Hashbrown (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Chicken Tenders (Soy, Egg, Wheat); or Turkey and Cheese Wrap (Wheat, Dairy, Sesame); with Fries (Wheat), Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Apple.

Tuesday, November 18

Breakfast: Blueberry Muffin (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Chicken Pot Pie (Wheat, Dairy); or Wowbutter and Jelly (Soy, Wheat, Sesame, Dairy); with WW Roll (Wheat, Sesame), Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Orange.

Wednesday, November 19

Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs, French Toast, Hashbrown (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Hot Dog (Soy, Wheat, Sesame); or Turkey Sub Sandwich (Gluten, Dairy, Sesame, Soy); with Fries (Wheat), Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Pear.

Thursday, November 20

Breakfast: Chocolate Muffin (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Shredded Beef (Brisket) Bahn Mi (Sesame, Soy, Wheat); or Bagel Lunchbox (Dairy, Gluten, Sesame, Soy); with Fries (Wheat), Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Apple.

Friday, November 21

Breakfast: Breakfast Pastries; or Assorted Cereal (Wheat).

Lunch: Drumstick (Wheat) w/Mashed Potatoes (Soy, Dairy) and Corn on the Cob; or Yogurt (Dairy, Gluten, Soy); Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Fruit Cup.

Monday, November 24

NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, November 25

NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, November 26

NO SCHOOL

Thursday, November 27

NO SCHOOL

Friday, November 28

NO SCHOOL

PTA Meeting Minutes: 9/9/25

Whittier PTA Board Meeting
September 9, 2025
7:00pm Whittier Library & Zoom

Meeting Called to Order at 7:04 PM

Welcome & Call To Order

  • PTA Dashboard (slide presentation) 
  • Table & Zoom Chat Introductions

President Update

  • This Year’s Overview (Volunteers, Open positions, Goals, Schedule, Programs/Services, Meeting Structure)
  • September To-Do List 
  • PTA Work Cadence (Oct-May)
  • Dashboard Review – 58 members today (over charter minimum, less than last year’s 166); Annual Give update
  • PTA Membership and Volunteer Refreshers
  • Standing Rules Updates – voting on WA State and National PTA recommended changes
  • Revised Budget – voting on changes to approved budget due to change in cost of Spring Fling 
  • Communications Chair – implications of this role not being filled
  • Event Planning Worksheet – made available to members planning PTA events
  • Community requested update – Plymouth housing development community meeting request 
  • School Board – meetings and elections information
  • District Superintendent – info re Superintendent search

● Principal Watters’ Report –By Morgan Leming (4th Grade teacher) and Trilby Cohen (Reading Intervention Specialist) in Principal Watters’ absence.

  • Update on how the first week of school went. Construction disruption has been minimal and full playground access is expected October 6.
  • New staff – Devlyn Habib (He/She) is the new enrichment coordinator and math intervention and extension coordinator. STEAM lab will be used by teachers at their election for specific units with Devlyn’s support. Use of the STEAM lab will be communicated to parents in the teacher’s weekly communication.
  • Math intervention and extension will be run by the classroom teacher with Devlyn facilitating volunteers. Teachers may choose to have volunteers run Gen Ed, while the teacher works with kids who need intervention in small groups, on a unit by unit basis.
  • Math agency was not extended for an additional year because it did not meet community needs. We were not required to make the last payment in the amount of $20,000, which per PTA approved budget will be used to fund this new staff position for the 2025-26 school year.

 

Belonging practice

Overview of the purpose they served in last years meetings and what they included. It was led by EDI Co-chair last year but can be taken up by any community member.

Chair & Lead Update

  • Treasurer’s Update (Bryan) 
    • Intro – Bryan is the new treasurer.
    • The only expense during the summer was Konstella renewal. 
    • Once the new board members are approved in today’s meeting signors can be updated in the bank account
    • Financial review was completed. Report must be signed by reviewers who should contact Bryan.
  • Hospitality Update (Jess)
    • Report on pre-school start activities – staff room restock, back to school gifts to staff, meals for staff for back to school tri days, tears and cheers
    • First staff appreciation is in September – Chipotle 
    • Next month will be 5th grade, signups will be sent
  • Outreach (Emily)
    • Report on pre-school activities – Kindercat popsicle playdate, Kindercat welcome Pizza party
    • Mentorships – 14 families volunteered to mentor new whittier families. The office will assign families to mentors and new families will have the choice if to reach out.
  • EDI (Emily)
    • EDI committee meets every third Tuesday except this month which will be Wednesday. 
    • EDI meetings work on belonging groups to address different groups within our community with unique experiences. To receive the first meeting information reach out to Emily.
  • Room Rep Coordinator (Sara)
    • Room Reps still needed for Baldi and Leming classes. 
    • Room reps coordinate communications from the teacher, staff gifts etc.
  • Fundraising (Aliie)
    • Annual Give will be condensed to September this year.
    • Moved to fully digital, with raffles every Friday.
    • Currently at $32,082 (25% of goal). 
    • Employer matching welcome.
  • Spring Fling (Kate) 
    • Still no char, the event requires two co-chairs.
    • In the past we had a block party, which is no longer an option. Due to the move to a venue, we also need to have a caterer. Kate and Allie researched options and found Stoneway Auto and Pyramid catering to be the least expensive option that still meets community needs.
    • Other options considered were too mall, too expensive, already booked for the desired date etc.
    • Due to the increased cost of hosting the event, ticket prices will need to increase, but this is accounted for by food provided, as opposed to food available for purchase when the event was a block party with food trucks.
    • The event would still require a $7,000 budget increase, and a corresponding fundraising goal increase, which is reflected in the amended budget.  
  • STEAM Lab (Kate) Once Devlyn is fully onboarded we will have work parties for volunteers to help prepare the room in coordination with Devlyn. We are hoping this will be ready to preview on curriculum night, September 25.

Voting (for PTA members) 

  • Approval of 2025-2026 Board: 
  • Katherine Lindsay, President 
  • Anika Anand, Vice President 
  • Dafna Amster Kahn & Mary Ann Rozance, Co-Secretaries 
  • Brian Wold, Treasurer 
  • Allie DeLong Thomas & Renee Hartnett, Fundraising Co-Chairs 
  • Melissa Ivancevich & Jess Twardzik, Hospitality Co-Chairs 
  • Emily Schweiger, Outreach Chair 
  • Aisling McCarron, Events Chair 
  • Laura Zingg-Wadsack & Natalie Gromoff, Programs Co-Chairs 
  • Kyle Hiatt, Legislative Rep 
  • Seeking Volunteer, Membership Chair 
  • Kristin Laughlin, Volunteer Chair 
  • Rachel Wold & Jill Muscatel, EDI Co-Chairs
  • Sara Lukas motioned to approve
  • Theresa Miranda Blockney seconded
    • Approved
  • Approval of May 2025 Meeting Minutes
    • Ashley Schiavone motioned to approve
    • Anika Anand Blockney seconded
      • Approved
  • Approval of the amended 2025-2026 Standing Rules
    • Theresa Miranda Blockney motioned to approve
    • Kristin Laughlin seconded
      • Approved
  • Approval of the 2024-25 Financial Review Results
    • Snigdha Rege motioned to approve
    • Kristin Laughlin seconded
    • Approved

Kudos & Thank Yous

  • Brian – Summer Treasurer on-boarding 
  • Financial Review committee members 
  • STEAM Lab Volunteers – Curriculum planning 
  • Dafna, Sara, and Aisling – Back to Business planning 
  • Back to Business day-of volunteer crew! 
  • Emily S. – Popsicle Playdates & Kinder Welcome 
  • Hospitality – Staff Lounge Restock, Welcome lunch and staff gifts 
  • Laura & Natalie – Summer Programs planning!




Meeting Adjourned 8:30 pm



 

Plan Ahead: When to Expect Financial Asks Throughout the School Year

Please see below for a typical list of financial asks by SPS, Whittier, and Whittier PTA throughout the school year. This list includes completely optional events. If your family would like to learn more about scholarships and other financial assistance, please reach out to office.whittier@seattleschools.org.

SEPTEMBER
School Pictures (Whittier): Packages start at $30
School Meals account (SPS): $2.25-3.85/meal
Whittier PTA’s Annual Give Direct Donation Drive: ~$395/student
Field Trip Fee (Whittier): $50 (K-4th Grade)
Islandwood Fee (Whittier): 5th Grade only
Class Wish List contribution: Varies by class, typically can find items between $10-$50
Whittier PTA Membership: $20/individual
Whittier PTA’s After School Programs registration fee(s) – Fall Session: Varies, typically $200-$300/student for 8-week session
OCTOBER
Whittier PTA Staff Appreciation (5th grade families only): Varies, typically $10-20/student
Whittier PTA’s Fall Carnival Concessions and Food Truck meals: Varies from $1-$5/concession item or ~$15/meal for Food Trucks
NOVEMBER
Whittier PTA Staff Appreciation (4th grade families only): Varies, typically $10-20/student
Whittier PTA’s Helping Hands Gift Card Drive: $3000 financial goal, meaning $20-$40/student
Whittier PTA’s Wildcats Ice Skate: $12/skater
Book Fair (Whittier): 25% of sales are donated to the Whittier Library
DECEMBER
Staff and Teacher Gifts (varies by class): Varies by class
JANUARY
Whittier PTA’s Spring Fling donations (buckets, auction items): Contribution asks vary, can be monetary or items
Whittier PTA’s After School Programs registration fee(s) – Winter Session: Varies, typically $200-$300/student for 8-week session
Whittier PTA’s Staff Appreciation (3rd Grade Families only): Varies, typically $10-20/student
FEBRUARY
Whittier PTA’s Staff Appreciation (2nd Grade Families only): Varies, typically $10-20/student
Valentines’/Friendship Day giveaways: Varies, can be handmade or purchased
MARCH
Whittier PTA’s Spring Fling: Tickets ($55 incl drink + food), Extra drinks ($8/each), auction participation (varies) and Fund the Need donation (varies)
Whittier PTA’s Staff Appreciation (1st Grade Families only): Varies, typically $10-20/student
Whittier PTA’s After School Programs registration fee(s) – Spring Session: Varies, typically $200-$300/student for 8-week session
Community Giving Drive (Whittier): Varies depending on type
APRIL
Whittier PTA’s Move-a-thon (ask communication for pledges/donations): $100/student goal
MAY
Whittier PTA’s Staff Appreciation Week: Bring flowers (can be from garden)
Spring Musical tickets (Whittier): Varies, generally $10-12/ticket
JUNE
Field Day t-shirts (Whittier): Varies, some teachers ask for a white t-shirt to tie dye while others ask students to wear a specific color

PTA Meeting Agenda (11/4/25)

Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting

  • November 4, 2025
  • Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats)
  • 7:00pm

Agenda

7-7:05pm – Welcome & Call To Order

  • Call to Order
  • Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions

7:05-7:15pm – President Update

7:15-7:25pm – Update from Principal Watters

7:25-7:45pm – Belonging Practice

7:45-8:05pm – Chair Updates

  • Events: Ice Skating
  • Events: Book Fair
  • Secretary: Insurance Renewal
  • Treasurer Report
  • VP: Reflections Art Contest
  • Spring Fling Chairs: Event Updates
  • Programs Update
  • Legislative Rep: Funding Talk
  • Hospitality: October Appreciation, Planned November Appreciation
  • Fall Carnival: Event Report

8:05-8:20pm – Community Feedback Ideas

8:20-8:25pm – Voting

8:25-8:30pm – Kudos & Thank Yous

  • Kate & Jessica – Fall Carnival
  • Fall Carnival Volunteers!
  • Brian – Checks & Check Signing
  • Dafna & Mary Ann – Insurance renewal!
  • Hospitality – Oct appreciation
  • Laura & Natalie – Programs volunteering!
  • Ellen & Andrew – Wildchat!
  • Renee & Allie – Annual Give
  • Bonnie – Ice Skating planning!
  • Snigdha – Book Fair planning!
  • Emily – Oct Coffee + Helping Hands planning!
  • John – (the tech support never ends)
  • (Did we miss someone? Contact president@whittierptaseattle.org!)

8:30pm – Adjourn

Post-Meeting Gathering at Phinney Station

Resources

Become a Spring Fling 2026 Sponsor!

We’re inviting you to make a difference for nearly 400 students at Whittier Elementary in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood by supporting our Spring Fling Auction Fundraiser on March 7, 2026.

Whittier PTA, a 501(c)3 non-profit, bridges the funding gap to provide essential staff and programs our public school wouldn’t otherwise have—extra school nurse time, reading and math support and enrichment, regular arts education, playground supervision, classroom supplies, library books, and STEAM learning for our Wildcat scholars.

We’re seeking donations of goods, services, or experiences for our auction—and inviting local businesses to become event sponsors. Sponsors and donors receive meaningful recognition in our WildChat newsletter, event materials, and community promotions reaching more than 1,500 families, plus visibility to up to 350 attendees at the live event (and maybe even a friendly bidding war for your item!).

LEVELDESCRIPTIONBENEFITS
Gold Sponsor – $2,500Show your support of public school education as the exclusive title event sponsor✓ Title placement in all event publicity “Whittier’s Spring Fling, brought to you by [your name],” including school newsletters, neighborhood lawn signs, print flyers
✓ Prominent homepage logo placement on event website and online auction catalog
✓ Exclusive 24 x 36 signage at event entrance
Silver Sponsor – $1,000Sponsor one of three marquee event booths:
– Bar
– DJ booth and dance floor
– Mystery prize wall		✓ Title placement on booth signage – e.g. “Whittier Wildcat Prize Pounce, sponsored by [your name] 
✓ Exclusive 11 x 17 signage in front of booth 
✓ Logo on event website and auction catalog
✓ Recognition in school newsletters, print flyers
✓ Shared large logo placement on event signage
Bronze Sponsor – $250Join dozens of local businesses in showing community support of a neighborhood public school✓ Logo on event website and auction catalog
✓ Shared small logo placement on event signage
Goods, Services, or Experiences DonorDonate a signature service, merchandise (e.g. overstock inventory), or a gift card! Suggested value $50 – $250✓ Logo in online auction catalog
✓ Shared small logo placement on event signage
✓ Logo placement in event promos

If you’d like to become a sponsor, please contact me at springfling@whittierptaseattle.org.  To donate goods or services, please complete our online donation form. Donations and sponsorship applications are due January 31, 2026. 

Thank you in advance for supporting our students and celebrating our Whittier Wildcats community—let’s grow a brighter future together!

Whittier PTA is a 501(c)3 organization, and your contribution is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. The portion of your contribution that is tax deductible is limited to the excess of your contribution over the value of the goods and services provided. Tax ID #91-1479413

Breakfast & Lunch Menus: 10/13 – 31/25

Monday, October 13

  • Breakfast: Eggs, French Toast and Hashbrown (Gluten, Dairy, Soy); or Cereal (Gluten).
  • Lunch: Cheese Pizza (Gluten, Dairy, Soy); or Mac and Cheese (Gluten, Dairy, Soy); or Turkey and Cheese Wrap (Gluten, Dairy, Soy); with Salad Bar (Possible Soy, Dairy) and Apple.

Tuesday, October 14

  • Breakfast: Blueberry Bagel w/ Cream Cheese (Egg, Wheat, Soy, Dairy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Penne Pasta with Plant Based Marinara Sauce (Wheat, Dairy); or Chicken Alfredo (Wheat, Dairy); or Soy Butter and Jelly Sandwich (Soy, Gluten, Sesame, Dairy); with Wheat Roll (Sesame, Wheat, Gluten), Salad Bar (Possible Soy, Dairy), and Orange.

Wednesday, October 15

  • Breakfast: Eggs, French Toast and Hashbrown (Gluten, Dairy, Soy); or Cereal (Gluten, Sesame).
  • Lunch: Cheeseburger (Dairy, Wheat, Gluten, Soy, Sesame); or Veggie Burger (Wheat, Gluten, Soy, Sesame); or Turkey Sub (Gluten, Dairy, Sesame, Soy); with French Fries (Wheat, Gluten), Salad Bar (Possible Soy, Dairy), and Pear.

Thursday, October 16

  • Breakfast: Blueberry Bagel w/ Cream Cheese (Egg, Wheat, Soy, Dairy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Walking Tacos – Beef (Dairy, Soy, Corn) or Plant Based (Soy, Corn); or Bagel Lunchbox (Sesame, Gluten, Dairy); with Salad Bar (Possible Soy, Dairy) and Apple.

Friday, October 17

  • Breakfast: Cereal (Gluten, Sesame).
  • Lunch: Corn Dog (Eggs, Soy, Wheat, Gluten); or Chef Choice; or Yogurt Lunchbox (Dairy, Gluten, Soy); with French Fries (Gluten), Roll (Sesame, Wheat, Gluten), Salad Bar (Possible Soy, Dairy), and Fruit Cup.

Week of October 20

Monday, October 20

  • Breakfast: Eggs, French Toast and Hashbrown (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Chicken Tender (Wheat, Egg, Soy); or Veggie Pizza (Wheat, Dairy); or Turkey Sub (Wheat, Dairy, Sesame); with Fries (Wheat), Salad Bar (Possible Dairy, Sesame), and Apple.

Tuesday, October 21

  • Breakfast: Turkey Sausage, Egg and Cheese Biscuit (Soy, Wheat, Dairy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Chicken Pot Pie (Wheat, Dairy); or Soybutter and Strawberry Jelly Sandwich (Soy, Wheat, Sesame, Dairy); with Wheat Roll (Wheat, Sesame), Salad Bar (Possible Dairy, Sesame), and Orange.

Wednesday, October 22

  • Breakfast: Eggs, French Toast and Hashbrown (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Hot Dog (Soy, Wheat, Sesame); or Cheese Pizza (Wheat, Dairy); or Turkey Sub Sandwich (Wheat, Dairy, Sesame); with Fries (Soy, Wheat), Salad Bar (Possible Dairy, Sesame), and Pear.

Thursday, October 23

  • Breakfast: Chocolate Muffin (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Beef Brisket Bahn Mi (Sesame, Soy, Wheat); or Plant Based Bahn Mi (Sesame, Soy, Wheat); or Bagel Lunchbox (Dairy, Gluten, Soy); with Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy) and Apple.

Friday, October 24

  • Breakfast: Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Breaded Drumstick (Wheat) with Mashed Potatoes (Tree Nut, Soy, Dairy) and Corn on the Cob; or Chefs Choice; or Yogurt Lunch Box (Wheat, Soy, Dairy); with Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy) and Fruit Cup.

Week of October 27

Monday, October 27

  • Breakfast: Eggs, French Toast and Hashbrown (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Cheese Pizza (Wheat, Dairy); or Turkey and Cheese Wrap (Wheat, Dairy, Sesame); with Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy) and Apple.

Tuesday, October 28

  • Breakfast: Blueberry Bagel with Cream Cheese (Egg, Wheat, Soy, Dairy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Penne Pasta with Creamy Alfredo and Chicken (Dairy, Wheat, Soy); or Penne Pasta with Creamy Alfredo and Broccoli (Dairy, Wheat, Soy); or Soybutter and Strawberry Jelly Sandwich (Soy, Wheat, Sesame, Dairy); with Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy) and Orange.

Wednesday, October 29

  • Breakfast: Eggs, French Toast and Hashbrown (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Cheeseburger (Wheat, Sesame, Dairy, Soy); or Veggie Burger (Wheat, Sesame, Dairy, Soy); or Turkey Sub Sandwich (Wheat, Sesame, Dairy, Soy); with Fries (Wheat), Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Pear.

Thursday, October 30

  • Breakfast: Pancakes (Egg, Wheat, Soy); or Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Wet Chicken Burrito with Cheese and Salsa (Dairy, Wheat, Soy); or Spanish Rice (Soy) and Beans; or Bagel Lunch Box (Dairy, Gluten, Soy); with Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy) and Apple.

Friday, October 31

  • Breakfast: Cereal (Wheat).
  • Lunch: Chef Choice; or Corn Dog (Eggs, Soy, Wheat, Gluten); or Yogurt Lunch Box (Wheat, Soy, Dairy); with Tater Tots (Soy, Wheat), Wheat Roll (Wheat, Sesame), Salad Bar (Possible Sesame, Dairy), and Fruit Cup.

Per Seattle Schools: Menus are subject to change.

Learn more about menus and Seattle Public Schools’ food here.

The Wildchat: 9/24/2025

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🚨 Annual Give Countdown: 56% To Go! 🚨

We’re 44% of the way to our $130,000 goal—math whizzes will note that means we need a big finish. Your suggested $395 per student fuels 58% of Whittier PTA’s total fundraising for the year, keeping the good stuff rolling:

🎨 Daily specialists (including, regular art class)
📚 Math & reading support and challenge
🎉 Community events that turn strangers into friends
🍎 Curriculum & instructional support for our teachers
…and so much more.

If we don’t hit the goal, those programs wobble. If we do? Our kids keep thriving, and you’re officially a hero with bonus raffle bragging rights—every student whose family submits their form (regardless of donation amount) is entered to win cool prizes.

Right now, we’ve had about 38% of our Wildcat families participate in Annual Give–let’s get that participation number to 100%!

Donate today and remeber amplify the impact with your employer’s matching program if you can! Let’s finish strong so every Wildcat can keep pouncing on art, music, math, and memories. 🐾

👉 Give Now 👈

National Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. It starts on September 15 (because that day marks the independence anniversaries of several Latin American countries) and runs through October 15. 

The theme for 2025 is Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future. It’s all about celebrating and learning from the past while also looking forward to the contributions and promise of future generations. 

Why is it important for schools and families to know about Hispanic Heritage Month?

  • Recognizing and respecting diverse cultures helps all students feel seen and included
  • Learning about Hispanic history, art, music, science, and language builds empathy and knowledge
  • It’s a chance for families and children to share heritage, stories, and traditions

What can you do to celebrate?

There are lots of fun ways children and families can observe Hispanic Heritage Month together or in school! Here are a few:

Want to learn more?

Check out these resources:

Friday Glazed Donut Disaster

SPS nutrition services has introduced a curious new Friday tradition in Whittier’s lunchroom: every student who buys lunch now receives a six-pack of mini doughnuts.

Kids cheer; teachers cringe. Six doughnuts take time, leaving apple slices and carrot sticks untouched. Staff worry the sugar rush—and the lack of anything green—won’t help students stay focused through the afternoon.

Parents with thoughts can share them with Seattle Public Schools’ Nutrition Services here: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/Dialogue.aspx?k=WF7G2YLT@DY9Z5RXLT

Join us on 10/14!

Would-be Volunteers: Our School Needs You!

Think PTA work is all late-night meetings and endless emails? Think again. Here’s a lightning-round of ways to jump in, meet fun people, and maybe even power-wash a giant sea creature:

  • Fall Carnival Crew (6-8 people) – Help throw the silliest, spookiest, snack-iest party we throw all year on 10/24.
  • STEAM Lab Setup (2-3 people) – Peel-and-stick wallpaper, magnetic chalkboard magic, and supply sorting. Think home decor meets Bill Nye.
  • Math & STEAM Helpers (20+ people) – Join a volunteer roster to inspire mini Einsteins during small-group math and science sessions.
  • Communications Chair (1 hero) – Be the info hub: collect announcements, feed them to newsletters and Konstella. Perfect for a K/1 parent who likes knowing everything first.
  • Spring Fling Leads (1-2) & Team (10-15) – Our only grown-ups-only bash/auction. Venue and caterer are booked; you plan the fun. First meeting 9/30.
  • Membership Chair (1) – Remote, low-lift, big impact. Spread the word and keep members in the loop.
  • Family Dance & Game Night Chair (1-2) – Organize the ultimate kids-vs-parents dance-off on 2/12.
  • Co-President (1) – Share the gavel, craft agendas, and run hybrid meetings. Power suit optional.
  • Snorkel Rejuvenation Team (3-4) – Restore our beloved front-yard creature statue to its former shiny glory—on your own schedule, with provided supplies.

Want to help Whittier grow? Email the PTA today and snag your spot! Psst–you can always find a complete listing of volunteer opportunities at Whittier here >>

After School Program Registration Happening Now!

Whittier PTA coordinates After School enrichment programs for Whittier families across Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions. Registration for Fall session is open now through October 3rd with spots still available for:

  • 1ON1 After School Hoops (Mondays, grades 2-5)
  • Kong Academy Parkour (Tuesdays, grades K-2)
  • Jump on Languages Spanish (Thursdays, grades 1-5)

Learn more about Whittier PTA’s After School programs and how to register here >>

From the Community...

Youth Strength and Conditioning Classes in Phinney Ridge Start October 8!

CFPR Functional Fitness teaches youth physical fitness with a focus on form and fun! Our classes can help athletic kids become stronger, faster, and more agile, and build confidence and body awareness in children who just want to have a good time and move their bodies.

From bodyweight movements like squats, planks, and burpees, to cardio with rowers or scooters, every exercise is scaled to each child’s ability. And we’ll play fitness-oriented games that make exercise fun!

We’ll also introduce older children to weighted movements—starting with extremely light dumbbells and barbells, then increasing weight as they develop good form. 

Interested? Details are below.

CFPR Kids (ages 7-11) 

  • Wednesdays, Oct.8-Dec.17 (no class Nov. 26)
  • 2:30-3:05 p.m. 
  • 10-week series: $140 + tax
  • 5-week series: $85 + tax
  • Single drop-in class: $20 + tax

CFPR Teens (ages 12-15)

  • Wednesdays, Oct.8-Dec.17 (no class Nov. 26)
  • 3:15-4 p.m.
  • 10-week series: $175 + tax
  • 5-week series: $100 + tax
  • Single drop-in class: $25 + tax

 Email info@cfpr.fitness to learn more or sign up!

Girls on the Run at the PNA

Attention 3rd-5th grade families! Girls on the Run at the PNA is seeking needs two more participants to join other Whittier and community members for their Fall session in order for the session to happen! They’re also seeking adult volunteers to coach. If you’d like to learn more information, please visit www.gotrpugetsound.org

Thank you, Wildcats!