Originally delivered on 8/18/2024 6:01 pm

SUBJECT: RAE PTA Newsletter – Week of August 19th

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WEEK OF AUGUST 19, 2024

President's Message
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Is Your PTA Account Up-to-Date?

I hope everyone had a gRAEt first week and that you all are starting to settle back into school routines. I know it's been hard at our house getting up early again! 

Please take a moment to update your raepta.org account and fill out our Volunteer Interest Form, especially if you want to be a Homeroom Parent! Our Volunteer Interest Form lists all opportunities available this year and by signing up, you will receive emails with requests for help. Links and more information below.

I really hope you find a place to give your time. It takes a team to put on everything we do and I promise you, you won't regret it. Seeing the joy on the kids' faces and seeing your own child during these events will warm your soul!

– Gretchen Smith, PTA President

Update Your Family Account

Take a few minutes today to log in (or create) your account on our website (raepta.org) and update your "Family Information" section:

1️⃣ Review/update your Contact Information.

2️⃣ Update Student Information and select their Homeroom Teacher, house, and shirt size.

Update Your Account
Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting

TUESDAY, AUG. 27 @ 10AM (SCIENCE LAB)

Our PTA needs YOU! Come learn about how you can get involved with the PTA programs and events we have planned this year.

Complete Volunteer Interest Form
THIS WEEK – StingRAE Online Auction

RAE PTA is pleased to help facilitate the school's fall online auction! All money raised goes directly back to students and staff to enhance their learning environment (including classroom technology, instructional materials, staff development, and more.)

⏰ Bidding starts Monday, Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. and closes Sunday, Aug. 25 at 9 p.m.

Check out the many fun experiences to bid on below that will make your child's year extra memorable. And for parents? There are items for VIP parking and reserved seating for various RAE events. Plus, a Fast Pass for Curriculum Night – no waiting in line! 🙌

You will need to log in or create an account on the 32auctions site to participate in the online auction.

Start Bidding on Monday
Upcoming PTA Events
Father/Son Night at Cosmic Air

THURSDAY, AUG. 29, 5-8PM

Dads – Sign up for a night of fun and quality time with your son at Cosmic Air! Tickets are $40 per father/son plus an extra $15 for each additional son.

No refunds. No sales at the door.

Purchase Tickets
SAVE THE DATE: Grandparents Day Luncheon

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
During child's scheduled lunch time

Let's celebrate our grandparents and allow them to connect with their grandkids over lunch! Beverages & pastries will be served, but please bring a lunch. 

RSVP by Friday, August 30th, via the link provided by your teacher.

Program for 4th Graders: Special Buddies!

Special Buddies is a unique program that fosters friendship between 4th graders and any child with developmental differences at RAE. 

We strive to increase awareness and inclusivity and teach how to embrace differences to become caring friends.

Parents, if your 4th grader would like to participate, sign up on our website below! T-shirts are also available for purchase.

Sign up for Special Buddies
Join RAE PTA
Why should you join?

✅ To support programs and events at our school & engage as a volunteer

✅ To get a vote on important topics discussed at our general meetings 

✅ To advocate for our students (with membership, you get a vote at the state level, too!) 

Click the button below to learn more and join us today 💫

Become a Member
Become a RAE PTA Sponsor
Sponsors Needed for Fall Fun Run!

If you're interested in sponsoring our upcoming Fun Run, reach out to fundraising@raepta.org ASAP! This annual event is a great way to promote your business to our school community.

We're also on the search for general PTA sponsors for the school year – check out the Sponsorship Packages below to review the different level and perks that come with them.

Become a Sponsor
Volunteer Opportunities
Homeroom Parent

Serve as liaison between the PTA, school, and your child's teacher! Recruit parent volunteers to help with class needs and host classroom parties.

Sign up to be a Homeroom Parent here, select your child's Homeroom Teacher in the top half of the form.

Classroom Volunteers

Join your child's class volunteer squad! Be a Classroom Reader, make copies, complete work baskets, and assist with luncheons and other fun events.

Sign up to join the Copies Team here.Your class' Homeroom Parent will share more volunteer opportunities.

Father/Son Night Volunteers

Join us at Cosmic Air and assist with set up and check-in. We appreciate your help in making this night extra special for our dads and kids!

Sign Up to Volunteer here.

Stock the Teacher's Lounge

Let's keep our teachers fueled with coffee & snacks! Drop off goodies at a future PTA meeting or the school front desk.

Sign up to Volunteer here.

New & Clearance Spirit Wear
Shop NEW Spirit Wear
Shop Clearance Spirit Wear
RAE PTA Website & App

Don't forget to update your family account! Log in (or if new to RAE, create an account) and you'll be prompted to update your info for the new school year.

Our website and app are your go-to resources for all things RAE!
  • View a calendar of events for the year. Add them to your own calendar! 
  • Sign up to volunteer & log hours
  • Purchase spirit wear, event tickets, and marquee birthday messages
  • Learn more about being a Homeroom Parent
  • Access the "Teacher Favorites" page to find their birthday and favorite things!
Visit RAE PTA website

Questions? Contact Erica, Communications: communications@raepta.org

2024-25 RAE Yearbook Pre-Order

Pre-order this year's memory book highlighting our students, teachers, and events including HooRAE Day, Book Character Parade, Fun Run, International Festival, Carnival, and so much more! 

When ordering, include your child's homeroom teacher's name (even though Josten's site says it's optional.)  

Questions? Contact Euijeung Kim, Yearbook Chair: yearbook@raepta.org

Pre-Order Yearbook
Katy ISD News
All Parents & Volunteers Must Register on Raptor!

Katy ISD requires all volunteers and campus visitors to register (or re-register) ANNUALLY through its Raptor security system.  

Register & Log Off-Campus Hours
Looking Ahead
RAE PTA CALENDAR
Monday, August 19
8:00p RAE Online Auction Begins
Friday, August 23
8:00a RCA House Sorting (For New Students) ❤️ 🖤 💚 💙
Tuesday, August 27
10:00a Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting
Thursday, August 29
5:00p Father/Son Night
Monday, September 2
NO SCHOOL – Labor Day
View Full Calendar
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