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Key Events for 5th Grade Islandwood: Parent Night Out, Walk-A-Thon & Bake Sale details
Islandwood is an exciting outdoor learning program that offers our 5th graders a unique chance to explore nature, build friendships, and learn outside the classroom. It's estimated cost is $15,880 or roughly $500/per student depending on final numbers. To help fund this valuable experience and reduce the cost of attendance for everyone, our community has created a few events: Parents Night Out : March 20th Walk-A-Thon : April 4th Bake Sale @ the Arboretum : TBD date (but y
Feb 273 min read


Montlake Elementary School Donation Options and matching information
While our spring fundraiser is underway, we wanted to remind our community about different types of donations we accept, and how you can obtain matching giving through your employer. Montlake PTA accepts donations in several forms. Use the options below to choose what works best for your family. Every gift—any size—supports our students and staff and helps us to keep vital programs like art, music, and academic intervention support available to our students! As a reminder, th
Apr 54 min read


Launch Fall 26-27 School Year Registration opens April 22nd, 2026
Please mark it on your calendars and sign up for next year! https://launchlearning.org/enrollment/
Apr 11 min read


Montlake PTA Family Survey Results
FAMILY SURVEY 2026 - results In February 2026, the PTA surveyed families about priorities for the PTA budget. We received 35 responses , representing roughly 15–20% of Montlake families . Among respondents, Arts Programming & Classes emerged as top priority , receiving the most #1 and #2 rankings. Other priorities that received strong support included Academic Intervention , Supplies (such as library books, gym equipment, and classroom materials) , and supporting the resource
Mar 101 min read


Montlake PTA February General Meeting Recording
Thanks to those of you who were able to join us for our February General Membership meeting! If you'd like to listen to what was discussed, please review the recording below. Next week we will share the meeting minutes, once approved by the PTA Board. Montlake PTA General Meeting (February 2026)-20260212_030313UTC-Meeting Recording.mp4
Mar 41 min read


Attention incoming Montlake Elementary Kindergarten Families: Enroll your student by 1/31!
Have an incoming Kindergarten student? Know a neighbor or friend considering Montlake Elementary? SPS choice enrollment process will occur earlier this year to simplify planning for families. Families in the geo-zone should enroll now and those zoned to other schools who want to attend Montlake are strongly encouraged to submit their choice applications by January 31st to secure a spot. Enrolling by 1/31 will help ensure appropriate staffing for 2026-2027! Spread the word to
Jan 201 min read


Congratulations to Montlake Office Assistant Missy Pody, SPS All Star Award Winner!
We are thrilled to share the news that Missy Pody our incredible Office Assistant at Montlake Elementary, has won an SPS All Star Award! From the article: Missy Pody, Office Assistant – Montlake Elementary If you ask any student at Montlake Elementary what Missy Pody does, the answer is simple: “everything.” And they wouldn’t be wrong. As the school’s office assistant, Missy is the heartbeat of Montlake—an ever-present source of support, kindness, and calm in the daily rhyt
Nov 6, 20251 min read


It's the most wonderful time of the year - time for our holiday Evergreens sale!
It's that time of year again! Order your holiday decorations & help support the Montlake PTA. Bring the whole family to pickup to enjoy delicious baked goods, drinks. Order on our Evergreens sale page ! Pickup Details: Where: Montlake Elementary School (2025 E Calhoun St) When: December 6th, 10am–12pm What: Pickup, Bake Sale, Hot Drinks, & More! Questions? Contact us: evergreens@montlakepta.org
Nov 3, 20251 min read


Looking for an Elementary School for 2026?🎉 You're Invited to Montlake Elementary Meet & Greets!
We’d love for you to consider Montlake Elementary , a small, neighborhood public school known for its strong academics, vibrant community, and incredible enrichment opportunities. Meet our principal and connect with staff and PTA members for a Q&A. 📅 Upcoming Meet & Greets Thursday, October 30 @ 8:05 AM Wednesday, November 5 @ 1:30 PM 👉 RSVP to Missy Pody: 📧 mapody@seattleschools.org 🏫 Why Montlake? Small school, big heart – Dedicated teachers and staff (many with 10–
Oct 17, 20251 min read


Montlake PTA Board Meetings and General Meeting Dates
Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year! We are excited to have you join the Montlake Community, and hope you can join us for an upcoming...
Sep 22, 20251 min read


After School Enrichment Registration Open Sept. 10 at noon -Sept. 17 at 9PM. Classes begin October 6th!
Hello Montlake Families! Welcome to the Fall Session of our After School Enrichment Program! Register for classes here : Montlake's...
Sep 16, 20252 min read


Start of School To Do List
Welcome to Montlake Elementary! Welcome new families, and welcome back returning families! We are looking forward to a great year ahead!...
Sep 8, 20254 min read


Welcome New and Prospective Families!
We are thrilled that you are interested in joining us at Montlake Elementary.
May 6, 20252 min read


From Montlake to the Nobel Prize
Dr. David Baker wasn’t always the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry recipient. Before the professor [...] was a student at Montlake Elementary.
Nov 3, 20242 min read
After School Enrichment Fall Session 2024 Information
Our fall 2024 session starts this Wednesday, October 9th and runs through Friday, December 20th. Please login to 6crickets to check...
Oct 8, 20246 min read
Fall Session Activity Bus Information
Students are now officially entered in the bus roster for the Activity Bus and you should see the rides appear in the Zum app starting...
Oct 8, 20244 min read
After School Enrichment and Activity Bus Information
The PTA provides an after school enrichment program with classes in art, choir, gymnastics, Minecraft, language, writing, and many more. ...
Sep 1, 20244 min read
Start of School To-Do List
At the start of each school year, parents and guardians need to fill out forms and pay fees. Here is the checklist of tasks to do....
Sep 1, 20244 min read
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