November 27-29: Thanksgiving Break, No School
December 3: Picture Retake Day
December 9: Early Release Monday, 12:40 Dismissal
December 9: Chuck E. Cheese Fundraiser
Check out community events advertised in our PTA eNews.
PTA Meeting Recap
Thanks to those who attended the November 20 PTA meeting. The PTA and Mrs. Cope gave updates on activities and events happening around the school.
A big thank you to Girl Scout troop 51006 for providing childcare at this month's PTA meeting.
Check out the meeting presentation and current budget.
Help Us Bring Joy to the Hunters Woods Staff
In the two weeks leading up to the winter break, we'll be surprising the teachers and staff with fun raffles and gifts.
You can help by donating gift cards ($5-$25) or items from our Amazon wish list.
Items are due in the front office by Monday, December 9.
Thank you in advance for your help!
Support Our Holiday Sweet Shoppe for Staff
On December 17 we will transform the staff lounge into a magnificent display of baked goods, chocolates, and treats. Staff members will stop by between 10am and 4pm to fill a box with goodies to take home.
We could use your help with donations of treats and to volunteer for the Sweet Shoppe. Check out our Sign-Up Genius to see how you can help.
Food Drive to Benefit South Lakes Food Pantry
The Hunters Woods 6th Grade Student Ambassadors are sponsoring a food drive to help stock the South Lakes High School Food Pantry.
We're accepting a wide variety of items including oatmeal, granola bars, protein bars, peanut butter and jelly, spaghetti, pasta sauce, canned vegetables, beans, rice, baking supplies, and personal care items.
Please drop your donations off in the school lobby between December 2 and 6.
Refilling My Bucket 15-Minute Session
December 11th at 12 pm
For those parenting, advocating, or caring for a child with a disability, that drain can sometimes feel like a constant flow from your bucket. With the holidays on the horizon, stress levels can rise even higher. Give yourself a “gift,” a moment to refill your own bucket.
Register here.
Chuck E. Cheese Fundraiser
Monday, December 9 from 11am - 10pm
Add some fun into the next early release Monday with a trip to Chuck E. Cheese. Part of the proceeds will support the Hunters Woods PTA.
You’re Invited to Festival Ballet Virginia’s Production of the Nutcracker
Get your holiday week off to a festive start with a magical performance of the Nutcracker, presented by Festival Ballet Virginia. Follow Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they travel through the Land of Snowflakes and on to the Kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy where all the sweets come to life.
With a cast of over 30 young dancers performing alongside pre-professional dancers, this show is highly entertaining for all ages! You'll even see several Hunters Woods students in this wonderful production.
Performances: Friday, December 20th at 7pm and Saturday, December 21st at 12pm and 5pm
Location: Richard J. Ernst Cultural Center, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003
Purchase tickets online.
Use the promo code HWES24Nut for 10 percent off!
Join the Hunters Woods PTA!
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