Thoreau Elementary PTA

Thank You for Making Our Book Rodeo a Success!

Thoreau PTA wants to say thank you to everyone who donated books for our annual Book Rodeo, including Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park and Half Price Books in Redmond!

We were able to re-home over 1,050 books (about 2.7 books per student). We also want to thank Trader Joe's for donating bags to help our younger students to carry their treasures home. Our hope is that every Thoreau student has fun reading this summer. Happy Reading!

We need you!

As the year draws to a close, the Thoreau PTA wants to make sure our Thoreau community is set up for success this next year.

Thoreau PTA is made up of volunteers from our school community, and we need your help to make it happen. We have many open chair positions for this next year, and we'd love your help in filling them. Many chair commitments require just a couple hours a week and can be done from home.

Communications- PTA emails and Frog News
Communications- Social Media
Fundraising- Day of Coordinator
Fundraising- Prizes
Grants
Membership
Talent Show
Pantry Packs
Picture Day
Advocacy

If we do not get some of these chair positions filled, it means PTA will need to reduce the number of programs and events we can support. We want to make sure our teachers and students have the best 2026-27 school year possible. If you have experience in any of these areas, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to [email protected] if you are interested or have questions about chairing these events.

Also, if you have a passion for an event or topic that you do not see on this list, please reach out! We love it when we can reflect our unique school community.

Have a great summer, and we'll see you in the fall!

Thoreau PTA is raising funds for 5th Grade Camp at MOD pizza

Come grab some lunch or dinner at Mod Pizza on Wednesday, June 10th!
Fundraiser proceeds will go toward the 5th Grade Camp.

Supporting this fundraiser is easy:
Thoreau Elementary PTA will receive 20% of fundraiser sales* during the night of June 10th when you eat or order at MOD in Totem Lake. Use code MODGIVES20 when you order online or mention Thoreau PTA or show this fundraiser flyer at checkout.

Funds raised will be used to keep cost for our 5th Grade Camp affordable.

* Tax, gift cards and retail sales are excluded from the donation. Offer void if flyer is distributed in or near the restaurant.

NEW: Orchestra at Thoreau! Register NOW!

Thoreau PTA is excited to share a second wonderful music education opportunity for our Thoreau Elementary students next school year: Thoreau PTA is offering a String Orchestra Program for the 2026/27 school year, in partnership with Fifth Symphony Music - a program designed to give our kids a hands-on, joyful introduction to playing violin, viola, or cello, right here at school.

Register now: https://thoreaupta.givebacks.com/shop/items/8ba05d1ac0dc

Rehearsals will be once a week before school for 20 weeks and and orchestra is open to all students in grades 3rd - 5th. 2nd graders are invited to join with prior instrument experience. Cost is $425 per student for 20 weeks plus final concert. Scholarships are available (please reach out to Mr Botello at [email protected])

Last PTA Community Meeting of the Year TOMORROW!

Let's get together for our last for the 2025/26 school year. Join us on Monday, June 8th, for our last PTA Community Meeting and help us shape our board and our work!

This last meeting will be all about next year - we will vote in our new board, assign new chairs, and vote on our budget for the upcoming school year.

And you can make a difference!

Voting means shaping our work and having a say in PTA priorities. Volunteering for open position means keeping beloved events on the calendar and our programming strong.


Join us on June 8th, 6:30 pm, and hear more about where you fit in and what you can do to make our PTA work stronger!

Here is a list of open positions for the 2026/27 school year:

Advocacy Chair
Bingo Night Co-Chairs
Carnival Co-Chairs
Communications Chair / Website Support Co-Chair
DEI Chair
FACE — Family & Community Outreach
Holiday ART-ivity Fundraiser Co-Chairs
Membership Chair
Pantry Packs Chair
Reflections Arts Program Co-Chair
Ribbit Run Fundraiser Co-Chairs
Special Needs Advocate
Spirit Wear Chair
Spring Dance Week Chair
Staff Appreciation Chair
STEAM Night Co-Chairs
Talent Show Co-Chairs
Vision & Hearing Testing


Positions vary in time commitment and in-person involvement. Not sure yet what would be a good fit? Talk to us and we will find a spot for you!

Learn more on our website: https://thoreaupta.givebacks.com/ or reach out to [email protected]

Book Rodeo is almost here- June 8-10 during school hours! Each class has a scheduled book rodeo shopping time, and each student can pick out a few books to keep (no cost). We are so excited to send each student on a reading adventure!

Spiring Carnival TONIGHT!!

Don't worry if you haven't bought tickets, you can buy them at the door! Ticket sales open at 6 PM!

Also, we can still use volunteers! Please consider signing up for a shift hear to make this event one our students will enjoy!
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🎶 A successful Instrument Tryout Night! It was wonderful to see so many students excited about music and exploring new instruments.

We look forward to starting Band and Orchestra in the upcoming school year. Register now! 🎵

https://thoreaupta.givebacks.com/shop

Join us for the Annual Thoreau Spring Carnival!

What: Fun evening with treats, inflatables, balloon twisting, carnival games, a magic show and more!
When: Friday, June 5th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: Thoreau Elementary School (outside near playground & in gym)
Who: The whole family!


***SAVE $ BY ORDERING IN ADVANCE!***

ONLINE PRESALES AVAILABLE THROUGH FRIDAY, June 1



Purchase tickets here: https://thoreaupta.givebacks.com/shop
$5 PTA Member Discount: Wristbands are $20 each if purchased online in advance as PTA Member
At the Door or Non-PTA Member price is $25

Wristbands required for all children ages 2-18; Adults and children under 2 are free.
Wristbands include admission to the Carnival and are good for one each of activities such as popcorn and balloon twisting.



*Food trucks will be onsite for additional purchase directly with them*

If financial hardship prevents your family from participating, scholarships are available for this event through the generous donations to the PTA scholarship fund. Please contact Jesse Botello, our school counselor, at [email protected] for more information.



Volunteers STILL Needed!
Volunteers are needed to help make the Spring Carnival a success!
Please sign up for a shift (as short as half hour) to help!

https://evite.me/bqYUzJ7j93

Spiring Carnival Volunteers Needed!

Our spring carnival is coming Friday, June 5! But we need volunteers to make it a success please sign up for a shift (as short as half an hour) to help!
https://evite.me/bqYUzJ7j93"