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PTA Updates for January 9th
FAMILY FITNESS NIGHT!
Our Family Fitness Night will be postponed to a later date. More information to come soon. Please stay tuned for other upcoming activities and events!
January Staff Breakfast
Calling all THIRD GRADE families! January is your month to treat our staff to breakfast at their monthly meeting. The Friday meeting for January is on Friday, January 17th. Our theme for this month is a hot oatmeal bar with toppings.
Please use this link to sign up to contribute: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ACA629A2FDCF8-54271844-3rdgrade#/
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, January 16th
Come support Dranesville at the North Point Village Chick-fil-A, Thursday, January 16th 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
- Chick-fil-A Spirit 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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