PUMA PRESS – PTA News & Information: November 11, 2026

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PUMA PRESS – PTA News & Information: November 11, 2026


Join the PTA - 236 Members!

Please consider joining the PTA. Our goal this year is 300 members, and we are currently at 236 members. As a member, you are supporting our school in many different ways (field trips, Fall & Spring events, assemblies, staff appreciation week, etc.). We love having families come out & help out at school events, but joining the PTA does not mean you are required to volunteer. Thank you for your support!

**Exciting Rewards**

- Class with the Most Members - PIZZA PARTY!

- Grade with the Most Members - POPSICLE PARTY!

Click Here to Join the PTA

PTA

November PTA Meeting (11/17)

Our next PTA meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 17th at 7 p.m. The meeting link will be sent closer to the date, so please be sure to continue checking the Puma Press every Wednesday. We hope you will be able to join us that day!

PTA meeting

Thanksgiving Luncheon - Volunteers Needed! (11/24)

Thankgiving lunch

We're so excited for our upcoming Thanksgiving Luncheon, and we need your help to make it a wonderful event for our students!

Please take a moment to sign up to volunteer to help everything run smoothly. If possible, consider signing up for a shift right before or after your child's lunch time.

Our community events like our Family Thanksgiving Luncheon rely on parent volunteers, and without your help, we wouldn't be able to continue bringing families together for fun traditions like this. Thank you so much!

Please Sign Up! → Thanksgiving Luncheon Volunteers Sign-Up

Thanksgiving Luncheon - Lunch schedule for each grade level 

Lunch schedule

Vertical Rock Spirit Event (12/2)

Come out and join us for our next spirit event! It will be at Vertical Rock on Wednesday, December 2nd, from 2 - 4 p.m., which is an early release day. It will be a great way to connect with other families, but also give your child(ren) the opportunity to release any extra energy they may have. We look forward to seeing you that day!

Vertical rock

Spirit Wear - Only a Few Items Left!

If you were unable to order spirit wear from the online store, you’re in luck! We have a few items left in our inventory that are available for purchase. Please use the link below to view the items/purchase items.

Click Here to Purchase Spirit Wear


3rd Annual Kids in Command | Washington Commanders Game (12/20)

CPES PTA invites you to our 3rd Annual Washington Commanders outing. Come cheer on the Commanders, celebrate our amazing school community, and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon.

  • Date & Time: Sunday, December 20th at 1:00 PM
  • Exclusive Fan Experience: Use our link to grab discounted tickets, and join us for an exclusive group photo on the sideline after the game!
  • Discount Code: KIC

Click Here to Get Your Tickets

commanders

Kalahari - Family & Friends Night!

Kalahari

Did you know that the largest indoor waterpark in Virginia is opening soon? The Kalahari Resort is a place your whole family can enjoy, and their waterpark is open year-round! If you book a visit to the resort on April 18th & 19th, you only pay $179/night, and a portion from each room that is booked will benefit our school’s PTA. The room reservation(s) also includes water park passes, which is a pretty amazing deal. The offer expires on March 18th, so don’t forget to book your trip before then. Thank you! 

 

LINK: Colin Powell Elementary School PTA - Start your reservation


Minted Fundraising Program - Exclusive Promotion

Minted has an amazing selection of cards, invitations, & gifts. You can save 20% AND 10% will be donated back to our school. Don’t forget to use our code (FUNDRAISECLPPTA) if you are planning to place an order. Thank you!

Minted

Looking Ahead

- November 17 - PTA Meeting

- December 1 - Spelling Bee Registration Opens

- December 2 - Spirit Night | Vertical Rock

- December 20 - Commanders Game Outing

- April 18 & 19 - Kalahari Family & Friends Event