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PTA Updates for December 12th
FAMILY GAME NIGHT! NEXT WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18TH!
What's your favorite family game? Bring it in and share with friends at Dranesville PTA's Family Game Night. Wear your PJs and meet us in the cafeteria on December 18th from 6 - 8 p.m. It's a casual night of fun before we leave for winter break.
Game Donation Drive: Optional: We would love to gather your favorite games for indoor recess this winter! Bring a board game to donate to Dranesville classrooms.
HOT COCOA AND COOKIE BAR FOR STAFF!
Please help us treat our staff to a hot cocoa and cookie bar on Thursday, December 19th. We are planning for each staff member to be able to make a custom assortment of cookies to enjoy before the winter break, as well as make their own cup of hot cocoa topped with treats. Please sign up to contribute cookies or cocoa supplies at this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ACA629A2FDCF8-53640508-hotcoco#/
NEW Before and After School Programs Starting Soon!
Registration is open for these new afterschool programs. Programs begin in January. Learn more and register here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/school-programs
Therapeutic Arts Science & Growth Mindset
Who: Ages 6-12
When: Wednesdays, 4:15 - 6:00 p.m., Jan. 8 - Feb. 12, 2025
Cost: $185
Winter 2025 Curriculum: Blabbering Bubbles, Game of Scrapped, Mystery Science, Air Clay Play, Gracious Gratitude
Pickleball
Who: Grades 3-6
When: Tuesdays, 4:15- 5:15 p.m., Jan. 14 - March 4
Cost: $160
What: The pickleball action is spreading fast! Kids will get their first exposure to the fastest growing sport in America. Players will be introduced to the equipment, simple ball striking, game fundamentals, court safety and etiquette. You'll learn the rules of the game, grip, serving, volleying, forehand and backhand strokes. This class will work on hand eye coordination, footwork and concentration while participating in game-play and stations. Player favorites like Around the World, Popcorn, and Sky Ball will keep classes energized and FUN and give beginner players plenty of opportunities to build their confidence...Game, Set, Match!
Sports Spectacular
Who: Grades K-3
When: Wednesdays, 4:15- 5:15 p.m., Jan. 15 - March 12
Cost: $160
What: Let’s Play! Save the best for last by finishing up the school day with Sports Spectacular, a variety athletic program that features different sports throughout the session. Participants will practice skills and play games in both traditional sports and playground favorites. The Sports Spectacular Variety Program features the best “to- do” list ever – Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, Kickball, Capture the Flag, Wiffle Ball, Bump and Bite, Knights and Dragons, Numbers Game, Tag Games, Safe Base and MORE! OTA covers all the bases with our emphasis on playing, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fitness. Don’t miss out on the FUN!
Chess Club
Who: All Grades
When: Tuesdays, 8-9 a.m., Jan. 21 - March 11
Cost: $189
What: Learn chess with Magnus Academy, the five time world champion’s academy! Class time is divided between lessons and practice games. Lessons range from the basic rules to advanced tournament strategies.
Register here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/school-programs
Chick Fil-A Spirit Day - Thursday, December 19th
Come support Dranesville at the North Point Village Chick-fil-A, Thursday, December 19th from 6 AM - 10 PM, by placing a mobile pickup, dine-in, drive-thru or curbside order. When ordering in the store or drive-thru, let the team member know you are here for the spirit event. A donation of 25% of mobile sales ordered through the app will be given to Dranesville. The code is DRAGONS (all caps).
New to school? Join the Facebook Group
Stay up-to-date on all things Dranesville PTA! Join our private Facebook Group and know what’s happening in between emails!
Upcoming Events
- Family Game Night: December 18
- Hot Cocoa and Cookie Bar for Staff: December 19
- Chick-fil-A Spirit Night: December 19
- PTA Meeting: January 8
- Family Fitness Fun Night: January 16
See the full calendar here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/events
Questions? Email drake@dranesvillepta.com or visit our website at www.dranesvillepta.com.
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