The Wildchat: 11/19/2025
Catch up on what’s happening around Whittier this October — upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and our annual fall celebrations in this week’s Wildchat!
Whittier News
PTA Meeting Minutes: 10/14/25
Whittier PTA Board MeetingOctober 14, 20257:00pm Whittier Library & Zoom Meeting Called to Order at 7:05 PM Welcome & Call To Order PTA Dashboard (slide presentation) Table & Zoom Chat Introductions President Update This Year’s Overview (Volunteers, Goals, Meeting Structure, To Dos, Work Cadence) Dashboard Review Membership Update Currently 95 members Volunteer Update Open volunteer […]
The Wildchat: 11/05/2025
November 5, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: Nov 6 – Feb: Seattle Wrestling Club (Tues/Thurs, 6:30–8 PM at Ingraham High School) Nov 7: Tumbles Ballard – Whittier Family Preview (4–5 PM @ 5680 57th St NW) Tuesdays After School: Pickup Games at Kirke Park (2:45 PM – all ages, informal drop-in) Nov 11: No School (Veteran’s Day) Nov 19, 24, […]
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 […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 9/9/25
Whittier PTA Board MeetingSeptember 9, 20257:00pm 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 […]
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. SEPTEMBERSchool Pictures (Whittier): Packages start at $30School Meals account (SPS): […]
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The Wildchat: 10/22/2025
Catch up on what’s happening around Whittier this October — upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and our annual fall celebrations in this week’s Wildchat!
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 Brief PTA Overview (volunteer slate, goals, how PTA meetings work, this month’s to dos, work cadence summary) Dashboard Become a PTA Member […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Wildchat: 10/8/2025
Catch up on what’s happening around Whittier this October — upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and our annual fall celebrations in this week’s Wildchat!
The Wildchat: 9/24/2025
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 What’s Happening: Annual Give Direct Donation Campaign Now – 10/3: After School Programs Registration 9/25 – Curriculum Night 10/06 – After School Programs begin 10/07 – School Picture Retake Day 10/10 – No School (State In-service Day) 10/14 – PTA Meeting (with Teacher Panel!) Sync Your Calendar Subscribe to Our CalendarSelect […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 5/15/25
Whittier PTA Board MeetingMay 15, 20257:00pm Whittier Library & Zoom Meeting Called to Order at 7:04 PMWelcome & Call To Order● Call to Order● Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions● Agenda● Presentation President Update● Goals and Meetings Review● Dashboard Review● Board of Directors Vote and Work Session Updates● Secret Celebration Update● STEAM Lab Update● School […]
PTA Meeting Agenda (10/14/25)
Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting October 14, 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 Brief PTA Overview (volunteer slate, goals, how PTA meetings work, this month’s to dos, work cadence summary) Dashboard Membership Volunteering update Business-y […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 4/8/25
Whittier PTA Board MeetingApril 8, 20257:00pm Whittier Library & Zoom Meeting Called to Order at 7:04 PMWelcome & Call To Order● Call to Order● Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions● Agenda● Presentation President Update● Goals and Meetings Review● Dashboard Review● Budget Update○ Three budget options to consider for voting on in May■ Will pursue option […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 3/11/25
Whittier PTA Board MeetingMarch 11, 20257:00pm Whittier Library & Zoom Meeting Called to Order at 7:05 PM Welcome & Call To Order● Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions● Agenda● Presentation President Update● Goals and Meetings Review● Dashboard Review○ 3/17 – after school programs registration opens● Highly Capable Cohort (HCC) Update○ Email sent 3/11/25○ Cohort schools […]
PTA Meeting Agenda (9/9/25)
Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting September 9, 2025 Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats) 7:00pm Agenda 7-7:05pm – Welcome & Call To Order Call to Order Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions 7:05-7:25pm – President Update This Year’s Overview (Volunteers, Goals, Schedule, Programs/Services, Meeting Structure) Dashboard Review Membership Update Volunteer Update Standing Rules Update Budget Check-in 7:25-7:35pm – […]
The Wildchat: 6/04/2025
Wednesday, June 04, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 6/04 – Spring Sing and Art Walk 6/04 – Seattle School Board Meeting 6/06 – Blacktop Celebration (5-7pm) 6/07 – Work Party to Support Staff 6/13 – Field Day 6/16 – 5th Grade Adventure Day 6/17 – 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony 6/18 – Last Day of School! […]
The Wildchat: 5/28/2025
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 5/29 – Instrumental Music Concert 5/31 – Whittier PTA’s “Cruise for a Cause” Spring Fling 6/04 – Spring Sing and Art Walk 6/04 – Seattle School Board Meeting 6/06 – Blacktop Celebration (5-7pm) 6/07 – Work Party to Support Staff 6/13 – Field Day 6/16 – 5th Grade […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 2/11/25
PTA Meeting Minutes: 2/11/25Meeting Called to Order at 7:08 PM WELCOMEAgenda Link to Agenda Link to Meeting PresentationWelcome Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions PRESIDENT UPDATESDashboard Review Budget updates Investment Work Session update PRINCIPAL WATTERS UPDATEEnrollment numbers for next year forecasted Teacher allocation will be announced 2/25Massive Monkeys coming in MarchTEAM AND CHAIR UPDATESNom-Com Lots of openings for next year, particularly executive […]
The Wildchat: 5/21/2025
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 5/22 – Seattle One Rezone Plan Community Meeting 5/26 – NO SCHOOL (Memorial Day) 5/31 – Whittier PTA’s Spring Fling 6/04 – Spring Sing and Art Walk 6/04 – Seattle School Board Meeting 6/13 – Field Day 6/16 – 5th Grade Adventure 6/17 – 5th Grade Promotion […]
The Wildchat: 5/14/2025
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 5/14 – Seattle School Board Meeting 5/15 – 16: Whittier Wildcat Players Presents Finding Nemo Jr. 5/20 – Math Night 5/22 – Seattle One Rezone Plan Community Meeting 5/26 – NO SCHOOL (Memorial Day) 5/31 – Whittier PTA’s Spring Fling 6/04 – Spring Sing and Art Walk 6/04 – Seattle School […]
The Wildchat: 5/07/2025
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 5/05 – 5/09: Staff Appreciation Week 2025 5/08 – 09: Performing Arts of Whitman 3rd Annual Musical Variety Show 5/13 – PTA Annual Meeting: Budget & Board Vote 5/14 – Seattle School Board Meeting 5/15 – 16: Whittier Wildcat Players Presents Finding Nemo Jr. 5/20 – Math Night 5/26 – NO […]
The Wildchat: 4/30/2025
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 5/05 – 5/09: Staff Appreciation Week 2025 5/06 – PTA Work Session 5/08 – 09: Performing Arts of Whitman 3rd Annual Musical Variety Show 5/13 – PTA Annual Meeting: Budget & Board Vote 5/14 – Seattle School Board Meeting 5/15 – 16: Whittier Wildcat Players Presents Finding Nemo Jr. 5/20 – Math […]
Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting Agenda (5/13/25)
Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting May 13, 2025 Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats) 7:00pm Agenda 7-7:05pm – Welcome & Call To Order Call to Order Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions 7:05-7:20pm – President Update Goals and Meetings Review Dashboard Review Board of Directors Vote and Work Session Updates Secret Celebration Update STEAM Lab Update School Board […]
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The Wildchat: 4/23/2025
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 4/23 – Paws of Whittier Photo Submissions Due Today! 4/23 – April School Board Meeting 4/24 – Staff Appreciation (Hosted by Kinder and 1st Grade Families) 4/25 – Whittier Wildcats Evening at the Ballpark 5/05 – 5/09: Staff Appreciation Week 2025 5/06 – PTA Work Session 5/08 – 09: […]
The Wildchat: 4/09/2025
Wednesday, April 09, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 4/14 – 18: NO SCHOOL (Spring Break) 4/23 – Paws of Whittier Photo Submissions Due 4/23 – April School Board Meeting 4/24 – Staff Appreciation (Hosted by Kinder and 1st Grade Families) 4/25 – Wildcats Wonder 4/25 – Whittier Wildcats Evening at the Ballpark No More Manual Entry […]
The Wildchat: 4/02/2025
Wednesday, April 02, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 4/03 – Spring After School Programs Begin 4/03 – Drag Queen Bingo & Storytime 4/04 – Whittier PTA Move-a-Thon 4/08 – Whittier PTA Meeting 4/14 – 18: NO SCHOOL (Spring Break) 4/23 – Paws of Whittier Photo Submissions Due 4/23 – April School Board Meeting 4/24 – Staff Appreciation (Hosted by Kinder […]
The Wildchat: 3/26/2025
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 3/26 – Last day to order Wildcat pet bandanas 3/28 – Wildcat Dance Off with Massive Monkees. Doors Open at 1 pm. 4/01 – Spring Fling Tickets Go On Sale! 4/01 – Whittier PTA Work Session 4/03 – Spring After School Programs Begin 4/03 – Drag Queen Bingo & Storytime […]
The Wildchat: 3/19/2025
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 3/20 – Family Dance & Game Night (6-8pm) 3/21 – Community Coffee at Drop-off (Hosted by the PTA) 3/22 – Running of the Beavers 5K 3/26 – Last day to order Wildcat pet bandanas 3/28 – Wildcat Dance Off with Massive Monkees. Doors Open at 1 pm. 4/01 – […]
PTA Meeting Agenda (4/8/25)
Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting April 8, 2025 Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats) 7:00pm Agenda 7-7:05pm – Welcome & Call To Order Call to Order Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions 7:05-7:20pm – President Update Goals and Meetings Review Dashboard Review Budget Update Secret Celebration Update Work Session Update Math Academy Update District update Upcoming Meetings 7:20-7:40pm […]
The Wildchat: 3/12/2025
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 3/13 – Class Group Photos and FINAL Make-up Portraits 3/17 – Registration for Spring After School Programs Begins 3/18 – March Staff Appreciation (Gift of Time) 3/20 – Family Dance & Game Night (6-8pm) 3/21 – Community Coffee at Drop-off (Hosted by the PTA) 3/22 – Running of the Beavers […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 1/14/25
PTA Meeting Minutes: 1/14/25Meeting Called to Order at 7:02 PM WELCOMEAgenda Link to Agenda Link to Meeting PresentationWelcome Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions PRESIDENT UPDATESGoals and Meetings Reviews Dashboard Review Exceeded annual give goal by almost $4500 (goal: $130,000; raised $134,448.40)Monthly meeting format adjustment Budget Priorities/strategic planning survey results 46 responses Staffing and educational enrichment are top priorities Specialists supported Math Agency overwhelmingly supported Fundraising […]
The Wildchat: 3/05/2025
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 3/05 – Create Your Wildcat’s Move-a-thon Student Page 3/07 – Last Day to Purchase Tickets to Whittier Wildcat Evening at the Ballpark 3/07 – Massive Monkees Residency Begins! 3/11 – PTA Meeting 3/13 – Class Group Photos and FINAL Make-up Portraits 3/17 – Registration for Spring After […]
The Wildchat: 2/26/2025
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 2/27 – Staff Appreciation (Hosted by the 2nd Grade) 3/04 – Raising & Supporting Neurodivergent Children of Color Workshop 3/07 – Last Day to Purchase Tickets to Whittier Wildcat Evening at the Ballpark 3/07 – Massive Monkees Residency Begins! 3/11 – PTA Meeting 3/13 – Class Group […]
PTA Meeting Agenda: 3/11/25
Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting March 11, 2025 Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats) 7:00pm Agenda 7-7:05pm – Welcome & Call To Order Call to Order Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions 7:15-7:25pm – President Update Goals and Meetings Review Dashboard Review Budget updates Event Planning Worksheet in-progress Upcoming Meetings Secretary: February Meeting Minutes 7:25-7:30pm – Voting 2025-2026 […]
The Wildchat: 2/12/2025
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 2/17 – 2/21: NO SCHOOL (Mid-Winter Break) 2/25 – Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Meeting 2/27 – Staff Appreciation (Hosted by the 2nd Grade) 3/04 – Raising & Supporting Neurodivergent Children of Color Workshop 3/07 – Last Day to Purchase Tickets to Whittier Wildcat Evening at the […]
The Wildchat: 2/05/2025
Wednesday, February 05, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 2/11 – New & Prospective Family Information Session 2/11 – PTA Meeting 2/17 – 2/21: NO SCHOOL (Mid-Winter Break) 2/25 – Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Meeting 2/27 – Staff Appreciation (Hosted by the 2nd Grade) 3/04 – Raising & Supporting Neurodivergent Children of Color Workshop 3/07 – Last […]
The Wildchat: 1/29/2025
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 2/02 – Reflections Award Ceremony (details below) 2/03 – 2/07: Black Lives Matter at School Week 2/04 – PTA Hosted Work Session: Reviewing PTA Financial and Time Investments 2/11 – New & Prospective Family Information Session 2/11 – PTA Meeting 2/17 – 2/21: NO SCHOOL (Mid-Winter Break) 2/27 – Staff […]
PTA Meeting Agenda (2/11/25)
Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting February 11, 2025 Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats) 7:00pm Agenda 7-7:05pm – Welcome & Call To Order Call to Order Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions 7:15-7:25pm – President Update Goals and Meetings Review Dashboard Review Budget updates Investment Work Session update 7:25-7:40pm – Principal Watters’ Report 7:40-8pm – Chair & Lead […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 11/12/24
PTA Meeting Minutes: 11/12/24 Meeting Called to Order at 7:06 PM WELCOMEAgenda (transition from meeting with Director Clark) Link to Agenda Link to Meeting PresentationBelonging Practice PRESIDENT UPDATESGoals and Meetings Reviews Dashboard Review Lots of Events November December Membership is at 166 Budget Priorities survey PRINCIPAL WATTERS UPDATEWhittier will benefit from Bex and a grant from the state when we get a new roof […]
The Wildchat: 1/22/2025
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 1/23 – Staff Appreciation (Hosted by 3rd Grade) 1/24: Registration for After School Programs Closes 1/27: Winter After School Programs Begin 2/03 – 2/07: Black Lives Matter at School Week 2/04 – PTA Hosted Work Session 2/11 – New & Prospective Family Information Session 2/11 – PTA Meeting 2/17 – 2/21: […]
The Wildchat: 1/15/2025
Wednesday, January 15, 2025 What’s Happening This Month: 1/13: Registration for After School Programs Opened 1/20: NO SCHOOL (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) 1/21: PTA Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Meeting 1/23 – Staff Appreciation (Hosted by 3rd Grade) 1/24: Registration for After School Programs Closes 1/27: Winter After School Programs Begin No More Manual Entry of Events! Subscribe […]
Advocacy Update: 1/13/25
We’re running this January in advance of WA State’s legislative sessions! For more news, please check out last month’s advocacy update. For today, here’s a list of advocacy activity we’re currently focusing on: We’re contacting our State reps to demand they fully fund education. Using engagement templates from the Billion Dollar Bake Sale, a grassroots, […]
PTA Meeting Agenda (1/14/2025)
Whittier PTA Monthly Meeting January 14, 2025 Whittier Library & Zoom (passcode: wildcats) 7:00pm Agenda 7-7:05pm – Welcome & Call To Order Call to Order Table & Zoom Chat Informal Introductions 7:15-7:25pm – President Update Goals and Meetings Review Dashboard Review Budget Priorities survey results Levy Overview Advocacy Work Session update 7:25-7:40pm – Principal Watters’ Report 7:40-8pm […]
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 10/8/24
PTA Meeting Minutes: 10/8/24 Meeting Called to Order at 7:03 PM WELCOME Welcome and Call to Order Link to Agenda Link to meeting presentation Belonging Practice (EDI led) Belonging & Othering “The More You Know” Panel + Q&A with Principal Watters, Ms. Lauren, Mr. Collin, and More Communication: be clear in the purpose of the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 9/10/24
PTA Meeting Minutes: 9/10/24 Meeting Called to Order at 7:35 PM WELCOME PTA Dashboard (slide presentation) Board & Member Introductions PRESIDENT UPDATES 2024-2025 Goals Dashboard Review – 118 members today Meeting Structure Overview – 2nd Tuesday of the month PTA meetings, with an optional work session on the first Tuesday of the month at 7. […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 6/11/24
PTA Meeting Minutes: 6/11/24 Meeting Called to Order at 7:29 PM SIGNERS NAMES AND ROLES Check signers for this year (2023-2024): Renee Hartnett, Co-President Michelle Nemeth, Treasurer Courtney Siever, Co-President Jess Templeton, Vice President Check signers for next year (2024-25): Kate Scher, President Emily Robertson, Co-Secretary Renee Hartnett, Vice President Michelle Nemeth, Treasurer PRESIDENT UPDATES […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 5/7/24
PTA Meeting Minutes: 5/7/24 Meeting Called to Order at 7:02 PM (recorded) WELCOME Core Values Approval of April PTA Meeting minutes Jess Templeton motioned to approve the minutes, Courtney seconded the motion Approved, no objections or abstentions APPRECIATIONS Move-a-thon – huge thanks for a big draw, hype videos 29K (shout out to communications, Anjean, Ashley […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 4/16/24
Meeting Called to Order at 7:02 PM WELCOME ● Core Values ● Ice Breaker ● Approval of March PTA Meeting minutes ○ Jess motioned, Meg P. seconded ■ Approved, no objections or abstentions APPRECIATIONS ● Morning coffee – Emily Schweiger ● Spring Fling Committee ● Exec Committee ● Programs – Laura & Jennifer TIMELY CHAIR […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 3/12/24
PTA Meeting Minutes: 3/12/24 Meeting Called to Order at 7:04 PM WELCOME● Review Core Values● Ice Breaker● Approval of January & February PTA Meeting minutes○ Sara Lukas motions, Jen Foreman seconds■ Passed, no objections or abstentions APPRECIATIONS● Meg Pietz & Michelle Nemeth – Game night● EDI Committee – Coordination of event this Thursday● Kate […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 2/13/24
Whittier PTA Board Meeting February 13, 2024 7:00pm In Person & Zoom Meeting link Meeting Called to Order at 7:02 PM WELCOME Ice Breaker Core Values and goals APPRECIATIONS David Peabody – Move-a-Thon Brie Gardner – Spring Fling kicked off Laura Zingg & Jennifer Foreman – Programs for Winter Kate Scher – Gaga Ball Kathleen […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 1/9/24
Whittier PTA Board Meeting January 9, 2024 7:00pm Zoom WELCOME Meeting Called to Order / Land Acknowledgment at 7:01 PM Intros – fave book or movie and PTA role, kids and grades Vote to approve November PTA meeting minutes Jess Templeton motioned to approve Emily Grosse seconded Approved APPRECIATION Thank you’s: Kraken Ice Skating Event […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 11/14/23
Whittier PTA Board MeetingNovember 14, 20237:00pm In Person & Zoom WELCOME● Meeting Called to Order / Land Acknowledgment at 7:01 PM● Approval of September & October PTA Meeting minutes & May Community Meeting minutes○ Kathleen motioned to approve, Sara Lukas seconded■ Approved, no dissension APPRECIATION● Thank you’s:○ Fall Festival○ EDI Committee – Coordination of gender-diverse […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 10/10/23
Whittier PTA Board MeetingOctober 10, 20237:00pm Zoom WELCOME ● Meeting Called to Order / Land Acknowledgment at 7:00 PM APPRECIATION ● Thank you’s: ○ Meg Pietz – Grade level Happy Hours at Chucks ○ Kate Scher – Wildchat ○ Emily and Jess for cleaning out PTA closet! BUSINESS● Standing rules updates and questions○ There was […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 9/12/23
Whittier PTA Board MeetingSeptember 12, 20237:00pm In Person & Zoom Meeting Called to Order / Land Acknowledgment at 7:02 PM PRESIDENT UPDATES● Thank you’s:○ Emily Grosse and Kathleen Donahoe for back to school○ Jon Shaw for IT assistance○ Julie Osborne for the Back-to-School event, including Jen Foreman and Mendy Minjarez○ Kate Scher for website and […]
PTA Meeting Minutes: 8/23/23
Whittier PTA Board MeetingAugust 23, 20236:30pm @ Courtney Sievers Home Meeting Called to Order / Land Acknowledgment at 6:36 PM INTRODUCTIONS & GOALS Around the group introductions and sharing of goals for the year PRESIDENT UPDATES Appreciations for summertime work: Financial Review Team – Michelle Nemeth, Tyler, Emily Robertson, Jeannie, Megan Kindergarten t-shirts – Emily […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
2023 Lunch Menus
Looking for this month’s lunch menu? For this school year, lunch menus will be available directly through SPS’ Culinary Services website: https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/culinary-services/menus/ Look for the “View School Breakfast and Lunch Menus” button to get this month’s updated PDF menu.