Originally delivered on 10/24/2024 10:50 am

SUBJECT: Stevens Superstar Spotlight | Your PTA Newsletter for October, Issue #2

Superstar Spotlight: Illuminating News from Stevens PTA, October 2024, Issue #2

Our Monster Mash is almost here! Join us this Friday, October 25, from 4:30–6:30pm for a spooktacular evening of fun, treats, and Halloween magic. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s brewing:

🧙‍♀️ Event Highlights

  • 🎨 Face Painting – Get spooky, sparkly, or silly!
  • 🎃 Pumpkin Giveaway – Grab a pumpkin to take home, generously donated by Kulak Nursery & Landscaping!
  • 🍩 Cider Donuts & Popcorn – Enjoy delicious fall treats, donated by Ellms Family Farm, Fo'Castle Farm, Lakeside Farms, and Mohawk Honda!
  • 🚍 Trunk or Treat – Trick-or-treat from creatively decorated cars and one of our very own BH-BL TransportationDept. buses!
  • 📚 Scholastic Book Fair – Stock up on some spellbinding books for the little monsters!
  • 🎨 Activities – Fun for everyone with temporary tattoos, coloring stations, and necklace making

If you pre-ordered pizza from Pizza Works, don’t forget to pick it up during the event. Just head to the pizza table at your designated pick-up time—no tricks, all treats! 🍕

👻 We Still Need Volunteers! 👻
Can you lend a hand for just 30 minutes? We’re looking for extra support at our activity tables and stations. It’s a fang-tastic way to get involved and help make this event a real scream!

Click here to sign up for a 30-minute shift.

We can’t wait to see you at the Monster Mash, where fun is always lurking around the corner! 🕸️

The Scholastic Book Fair is happening right now, and it’s the perfect time to grab some new reads! 📖 Every purchase supports our school, so be sure to check it out! 

Stop by with your little bookworms this Thursday, from 5:00–8:00 PM at Stevens, or visit during the Monster Mash on Friday, October 25, from 4:00–7:00 PM to shop while enjoying all the spooky fun! 🎃

Prefer to shop from home? No problem! You can also browse and buy online at scholastic.com.

👋 We still have some volunteer spots open, so if you’ve got a little time to spare, we’d love your help. Sign up here to lend a hand and make this event even more magical! ✨

Winter Clothing Support is Here!

Our Warm Hearts, Warm Hands program is back to support our fellow Stevens Superstars! If your student(s) could use warm clothing—such as coats, snow pants, gloves, and more— for the upcoming winter season, please fill out the form below.

Rest assured, all family information is kept completely confidential. We're here to help keep everyone cozy this winter!

Complete the secure and confidential form here. Reach out to Caitlin Vigliotti at cvigliotti@bhbl.org with any questions.

School Banking Program with First New York

We’re excited to continue our partnership with First New York Federal Credit Union to help students learn the importance of saving through our school banking program.

How It Works:

  1. Open a First New York Federal Credit Union savings account for your child, either at a local branch or by applying online here.

  2. Every Thursday is School Banking Day! From 8:20-9:00 AM, a banking table will be set up in the cafeteria where your child can stop by to make their deposit and collect a fun prize.

  3. A School Banking Volunteer will securely transport the deposits to First New York Federal Credit Union after the event.

For any questions or concerns, please contact Kimberly Heikauskheikaus@gmail.com.

Join the PTA: Support, Connect, and Win!

Join our PTA today to stay connected with school events and make your voice heard in your child’s education! There’s no pressure to volunteer or dedicate extra time—you can engage as much or as little as you’re able, all while supporting our school community.

Congratulations to our September Membership Raffle Winner, Nicole DeGraff, who won a $25 Amazon gift card!

Sign up by the end of October, and you’ll be entered to win a delicious Thanksgiving dinner from Mazzone Hospitality. Don’t miss this chance to support Stevens Elementary and enjoy a festive meal—sign up now!

And don’t forget, our next PTA meeting is on November 7 at 6:30 PM in the school library. We’d love to see you there!

Save on the 2024-2025 Yearbook!

Don’t miss out on capturing memories! Order by October 31 to get a 10% discount on this year's yearbook.

Visit treering.com and use passcode 1015984769291617.

Hurry—this offer ends soon!

Ski Club Registration Still Open!

Don't forget to register for our exciting six-week ski program at West Mountain, kicking off on January 6, 2025! Open to children aged 7 and up, sessions will be held on Mondays with optional lessons from 4:00-5:00 PM. 

Registration closes on December 15, 2024. If you already have a West Mountain RFID card, remember to start at the WTP Reload page before registering. 

For more information or any questions, reach out to Christine Blair at cblair518@gmail.com. Don't miss out on this fantastic winter adventure – click the enrollment link to secure your spot today!

Help Make Our School Events Shine!

We need your support to make our events like unforgettable for our students. Whether you have time during or after school, you can make a stellar impact by joining a committee or volunteering at an event.

Your involvement—big or small—helps create cosmic experiences for our students. Complete our Volunteer Interest Form and join our amazing team of volunteers!

10/21-10/25: Fall Book Fair

10/25: Monster Mash, 4:30pm

10/31: Halloween Parade, 1:45pm

11/14: Grade 5 SPAC Dance Residency Performance, 1:30pm & 6:30pm 

11/22: Popcorn Friday

12/2: School Picture Retakes

12/6: Holiday Shop

11/5: Election Day

11/7: PTA Meeting, Library, 6:30pm

11/11: Veterans Day (No school)

11/15: Parent/Teacher Conferences (No school, grades K-5)

11/18: Parent/Teacher Conferences (Half day, grades K-5)

11/19: Parent/Teacher Conferences (Half day, grades K-12)

11/27-11/29: Thanksgiving Break

12/3: PTA Meeting, Library, 6:30pm 

12/13: K-12 Half day

12/23-1/3: Holiday break


View the full BH-BL District Calendar

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