Help Us Win 1k

WES is participating in a WCPSS contest sponsored by a local car dealership and could win 1,000.  Our school is one of only 17 participating schools in Wake County, so we have a great chance at winning.  Help us by voting once a day from May 14th – June 15th.  This contest is being run through Facebook, so post this to all your friends and family!  Starting tomorrow, go to www.facebook.com/CapitalChryslerJeepDodge.  Click the ‘Vote For Contest’ button and follow the instructions to vote for WES.

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Thank You

The PTA Hospitality Committee would like to extend a big “Thank You!” to Narong Sapsuwan for donating some of his favorite dishes to the Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Thursday.  Mr. Sapsuwan is the owner of  Thai Spices and Sushi at Preston Corners.
Additional thanks go to:
  • NY Butcher Shoppe
  • Target
  • Planet Smoothie
  • zPizza
  • Carolina Railhawks
  • Dry Clean City
 for donations toward the event.
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Thank You!

We just wanted to take another week to thank our Carnival and Hospitality Chairperson, Sue Reilly.  Thank you for your dedication to our school!

Also, we would like to thank all of the 2012 Carnival sponsors.  Their support is essential to the success of the program!  We encourage you to patronize these businesses.  Make sure to thank them for their contribution to WES!

Applause! Cary Youth Theatre / Assagio’s Pizza / Beverly Nails / Big E / Buffaloe Lanes / Café Caturra / Carmikes Cinema/ Carolina Pottery / Cary Family YMCA / Certa Pro Painters / Chick-fil-A Harrison Square / Classy Kids Cook / College nannies and tutors / Cycling Spoken Here / Don and Alison Getz / Erin Omba / Garden Supply of Apex / Great Harvest Bread Company / Hallmark / High Touch High Tech / Jet’s Pizza /Jump Zone / Just Playin’ Around / Kate Laing / Koka Booth Amphitheatre / La Therapie Spa / Lisa Lowell / Little Gym of Raleigh-Cary / Maggie Moo’s / Mathnasium / Moe’s / Monkey Joe’s of Cary / Museum of Life and Sciences / Nirvelli Day Spa / Noodles & Company / Olive Garden/ Peanut Roaster / Pei Wei Asian Diner/ Pelican’s Snoballs and Mini-golf / Penn Station East Coast Subs / Polka Dot Palette / Pristine Laundry and Linen / Raleighwood Movie Theatre / Red Storm Entertainment / RDU Tennis / Science Safari / Spring Green / Starts Theater and Arts Center / Stella & Dot / Steven Halko / The Pit Restaurant / The Skin Institute of Carolina, PA / The Umstead Hotel and Spa / Time for Art Kids / Town of Cary Parks and Rec / Triangle Rock Climbing / Tutor Doctor / White Tiger Martial Arts / Wine and Design –  Art Buzz Kids / Yoga Garden / Yopop / zPizza

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What Do You Know?

We are currently collecting information (pictures, advice, vendors, etc) needed to run any WES event or committee.  Many of our core event chairpersons are stepping down or leaving next year.  The idea is to make organizing WES events easier.  If an event is easy to run, then we hope to have more parents willing to volunteer. Questions and submissions should be directed to Kira Wolfe:  communications@weatherstonepta.com

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Thanks from 5th Grade

We would like to thank all those who helped make the 2012 5th Grade Book Drive a success!  We were able to collect and donate 6 large boxes of books for the Wake County “Reach Out & Read” program.  Thanks for passing on a passion for reading!

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Weatherstone Elementary Joins the WCPSS STEM Schools Collaborative Network

WCPSS announced this week that Weatherstone is one of the newest members of the STEM Network.  You might be wondering what that means for students, staff and families of our school.  Please read the brief description below taken from the WCPSS website:

Do you want your student to be an inventor, scientist, architect or astronaut? The foundation of learning for these high-tech jobs of tomorrow begins with four letters – S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).

The WCPSS STEM Schools Collaborative Network is a group of 17 schools, dedicated to enhanced strategic planning, professional development, programming and community advocacy around advancements in science and technology.

These schools benefit from a regional and statewide network of shared instructional opportunities and connections to local, state and national leaders focused on the STEM curriculum.

Each school will have:

  • Expert Technology Facilitators
  • Interactive lessons that explore STEM concepts
  • Digital-age learning environments
  • iPad carts (30 iPads) for each grade level

 

The 2012-2013 school year will be the continuation of Weatherstone’s technological advancement that has included the purchasing of document cameras and interactive white boards for all grade levels.  Furthermore, Weatherstone Elementary has selected to integrate the STEM model by incorporating Music and Visual Arts as its design option.

Taken from the WCPSS STEM Application documents:

Each STEM Collaborative Network School will provide students with curricula and learning experiences that promote STEM literacy. Using the NCSU Engineering Design Process as a foundational learning strategy, schools will choose one as a focus for delivering STEM literacy.

Arts

STEAM Schools use the arts to help students make transitions and connections between science content through thought and expression. Through interdisciplinary project-based learning activities, students will use artistic methods to show their understanding of concepts, events, or objects. Schools foster curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving while encouraging students to question, observe, identify patterns, and construct meaning.

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GROUNDS CLEAN UP DAY

Grounds Clean-Up Day is Saturday, April 28th, at 9:00am.  We need families to help us spruce up our campus (e.g., remove weeds, pick up trash and plant flowers).  If you decide to volunteer, we ask that you bring such items as clippers, rakes, brown bags and gloves. We also ask that you consider donating a small plant for the existing beds and gardens around the school.

We hope that you will join us in our effort to keep our school looking beautiful.  Please contact Katherine Peele at katherinepeele@ls3p.com if you have any questions.  Thank you!

Campus Improvement Committee

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Raffle Basket Items 2012

Raffle tickets can be purchased for $1/ticket or 2 punches (if you’re using your ticket card).

This would not have been possible without the generosity of our Weatherstone parents and local businesses.  Thank you for your support!

Theme

Items for Raffle Baskets

Happy Days

MicroKite, Magic Catch Ball Set, sidewalk chalk, jump ropes, bubbles (6 pack), bounce balls (small), Large NiteBrite playground ball, Stomp Rocket, WaterWarriors Steady Stream 2, SuperSled nylon kite, DragonBlade Frisbee, Wigglin’ Water Sprinkler, Racket set, Lacrosse stick and ball

Dennis the Menace

Glow Explosion Paint, HexBugs, Spiderman Story Studio, Transformers box set, Legos (Toy Story, Police Pursuit), Tub Fun Jungle bath toy, MyArt, play money, blow up soccer ball, model race car kit, paper train model book, Pizza PlayDoh set, Bakugan battle suit, Hot Wheels cars, Cars themed puzzle, Robo Panda, dragon Model Magic, crayons

June Cleaver’s Kitchen

Dipping Bowl Set/Tray. Trader Joe’s Cookbooks, dish towls, Jello NoBake Oreo Dessert, Magic Bullet mixer/blender, child’s apron, Classy Kids Cooks (1 class), ‘Bread for a year’ car from Great Harvest Bread Company and more items to be added soon

All in the Family

Starbucks Gift Card, entertainment book, Carmike Cinema Tickets, zPizza gift certificates and 1 10″ pizza of your choice, Café Caturra gift certificates, Maggie Moo’s gift certificates, Peanut Roaster gift certificates, Moe’s ‘Moe’s bucks and free drink’ certificates, Big EBounce $15 E bucks, Pelican SnoBall $25 gift certicate, Museum of Life and Sciences Family pass, JumpZone pass, Citipass coupon book, Jet’s Pizza gift certificates, Olive Garden gift certificate, Noodles & Company dinner for 4, Yopop gift certificates, movie popcorn buckets, Buffalo Lanes bowling passes, Pei Wei Asian Diner gift certificates

Family Feud

Scrabble, Catch the Phrase, TurboSlam, Phase 10 Card Game, Minute-To-Win-It, Kooky Kalooki card game, Brain Quest, animal puzzle, Baffle ball, Twister, Yahtzee, Boggle, Hedbanz, Trouble, Battleship, Monopoly, Sorry, Life

Flower Power

Unicorn Model Magic, Princess Story Studio, Strawberry Shortcake box set, Our Generation doll clothes, Smart Girls Fairytale princess kit, Play Pad, card making kit,  PlayDoh cake making station, friendship bracelet kit, paint your own kitty bank, long sleeve T-shirt (size 7/8), A Mermaid Tale Barbie, Our Generation doll toy and book, zooble, lego friends, Barbie clothes, Squinkies, scented Model Magic, Dizzy Dancer, My Look ‘color your own’ purse, coloring and activity book, It’s a Girl’s Life Scrapbooking kit, bottle cap jewelry, Mosaic Magic Kit, crayons, Disney Fairy Poster, stickers

Feeling Groovy

Five Below Gift Card,  hair accessories, jewelry, make -up, wall art, Crochet a Boa scarf, Paperoni butterfly ki, Hannah Montana Journal, Friendship pens, Fashion tie-dye kit, Photo flip frame kit, Bonsai potato, ‘It’s So Me’ memo board, fashion design sketch portfolio, Cali Girl Fab nails and nail polish, Harumika Style Starter and Accents sets, Justice beach towel and bag, Xia-Xia Crab, Polka Dot Palette 1 child paint class, accent pillows

Chill Out

fancy wine glasses, sleepwear, scented soap petals and candles, Hempz lotion, anti-stress comfort wrap, Bath & Body Works lotion, self-heating booties, Arbonne Renewing Body Gelee, Aromassentials sea salt scrub, 1 hr Massage Envy gift certificate, Beverly Nails manicure/pedicure, Yoga Garden (5 classes), 1 pilates class from Kate Laing

Wide World of Sports

basketball, water bottle, soccer ball, Town of Cary Skate Park membership, hockey stick and more items to be added soon

Java Jive

Keurig Machine and coffee essentials

Rock and Roll

iPod Touch, iTunes gift cards

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Happy Birthday!

Happy (Belated) Birthday to the following Staff Members:

Dayle Oakley 4/1
Tim Chadwick 4/3
Marian Hankewycz 4/5
Denise Harward 4/7
Marie Serine 4/7
Mary Ann King 4/9
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Silent Auction Items 2012

Silent Auction FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
What if I forget my money and would like to buy an item at the Silent Auction?
Anyone that is interested in purchasing an item may make a bid on the bid sheets during the auction times. If you forgot your checkbook or did not being enough cash to cover the cost of the item you won, you may arrange to pick up and pay for the item the following Mon, Tues, or Wed (April 22-24),from 8:45-9:15 AM.

Can I bid on multiple items?
By all means, but you are obligated to purchase every item that you are the highest bidder.

Can my children make bids for me?
No, we prefer only adults (18 and over) to make bids. This ensures parent approval.

What if I am not able to stay the entire time of the auction?
You may designate someone to write your name/contact information on the bid sheets. You will be notified if you are the winner.

What can we expect for a starting bid?
All bids will start at approximately 1/2 the value listed in the ‘Value’ column below.

*Weatherstone PTA would like to thank all of the following sponsors who have generously donated the following items:

Type of donation

Business

Auction Item

Value

Children’s Item

Lisa Lowell (parent)

Welcome Baby Basket (includes plush teddy bear, cotton t-shirt for sibling (Youth S), custom hooded towel, & autographed book – “How I Became Me”)

40

Camps

Starts Theater and Arts Center in Fuquay-Varina

Full week of Summer Camp or Track out camp (Full Day is 8 AM-5 PM), Expires 12/31/12

175

Camps

Cary Family YMCA

One week of YMCA summer camp or one week of YMCA Tracking Out Camp at the Cary Family YMCA (NOTE: You do NOT need to be a YMCA member to attend these camps) Expires 6/30/2012

192

Camps

RDU Tennis

Gift certificate for Tennis Camps or Clinic (May be used for child or adult clinic or any participating Summer/Fall program)

200

Camps

High Touch High Tech

Full week of Science Camp Tuition, Expires 12/31/2012
of your choice
Half-day or Full-day

284

Entertainment

Applause! Cary Youth Theatre

4 tickets to Applause! Cary Youth Theatre’s upcoming performance of Perseus Bayou (Showtimes are May 18-20)

40

Entertainment

Town of Cary, Parks Recreation and Cultural Resources

2 tickets to a Marvelous Music show on Fri, Jun 15: An Evening with Alan Campbell and Lauren Kennedy

48

Entertainment

Koka Booth Amphitheatre

Unique Gift Pack includes a 2012 coupon book (which includes free concessions, FREE preferred parking, buy one, get one ticket offer, and 5 FREE Movies by Moonlight admission) lawn blanket, t-shirt, 3 coozies

100

Health & Beauty

stella & dot (donated by Kristina Troskey – consultant)

Jewelry ensemble (hammered cuff bracelet with matching earrings)

100

Health & Beauty

La Therapie Spa

Luxe Manicure

35

Home and Garden

Wine & Design

Painting for child’s room/playroom (actual item will be on display)

45

Home and Garden

Wine & Design

Custom Painting on canvas  (actual item will be on display)

60

Home and Garden

Spring Green

Free Season of Lawn Care for 2012 (Maximum lawn size 8,000 sq. ft., Valid for homes in Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, and Garner.)

250

Home and Garden

Carolina Pottery

A Summertime FlipFlop Mesh Wreath from Carolina Pottery to brighten up your front door

45

Home and Garden

Garden Supply of Apex

One-hour on-site Landscape Consulting Service by a landscape designer (additional time can be purchased)

125

Kid’s Activities

Red Storm Entertainment

VIP Tour of video game studio and Photo Opportunity for up to 4 people

100

Kid’s Activities

White Tiger Martial Arts

Birthday Party Package. May invite up to 30 guests. Best for ages 5-12 and includes invites and thank yous.  You do not need to be a White Tiger Member.

250

Kid’s Activities

Monkey Joe’s of Cary

Family Fun Package (includes One FAMILY PASS for up to 5 family members, one pizza, popcorn and drinks for the entire family. NO EXPIRATION)

75

Kid’s Activities

Time for Art Kids

3 (1 hour each) Art Classes at in-home studio

30

Kid’s Activities

Triangle Rock Climbing

Birthday Party Package for Eight (includes Participant day passes, harness rental, staffed belayers for 2 hours, and reserved access to the Party Room and kitchen. Available climbing consists of top roping and bouldering. TRC offers 34 different ropes climbing stations and 1 belayer for every 5 participants. In addition to the roped stations, TRC offers six automatic/mechanical belayers, big hits for all age groups.

200

Kid’s Activities

Raleighwood Movie Theatre

Birthday Party Package for six children (ages 12 or younger). Includes the children’s movie admission, bag of popcorn, 2 large slices of cheese pizza, unlimited Pink Lemonade, and a hot fudge sundae

77

Kid’s Activities

Little Gym of Raleigh/Cary

4 Summer Classes  (Valid during Summer 2012 season – June 11, 2012 – August 18, 2012. Valid only at Raleigh/Cary location)

75

Kid’s Activities

Wine & Design

2 kids painting classes

50

Kid’s Activities

zPizza

Pizza party for 10 children. Offer valid and any of the Triangle locations

80

Professional Services

Cycling Spoken Here

One free Orange Service from Cycling Spoken Here (includes a comprehensive tune up that also includes removing the entire drive train (gears, chain, derailleurs) and cleaning them with our sonic cleaner. This refreshes the drive train for another full year of miles.

130

Professional Services

Erin Omba (parent and owner of Opportunity Barks)

1.5 hour private dog training/dog obedience session

125

Professional Services

College Nannies and Tutors

3 hours of In-Home Tutoring (Expires on 7/31/2012)

165

Professional Services

Tutor Doctor

5 hours of Customized In-Home Tutoring. Expires on October 31, 2012

250

Professional Services

Mathnasium

One Week of Summer Camp (Choose one week summer camp beginning the week of June 25 and ending Aug 13, 2012. Must register by May 15, 2012. Summer 2012 Only)

300

Professional Services

Pristine Laundry and Linens

1 Large Laundry Bag (30″x 40″) to use for FREE Wash, Dry and Fold Service. Full bag is picked up from your home and clean, fresh and folded laundry is returned in 48 hours.

40

Professional Services

Pristine Laundry and Linens

1 Large Laundry Bag (30″x 40″) to use for FREE Wash, Dry and Fold Service. Full bag is picked up from your home and clean, fresh and folded laundry is returned in 48 hours.

40

Professional Services

Murals2theMax

A Hand-painted, custom 2′ x 3′ Mural that you choose (sports logo, character, animal) for nursery, child’s bedroom, playroom, gameroom, etc.

250

Professional Services

Certa Pro Painters

Painting Walls in 1 Bedroom (Room not to exceed 200 sq. ft, ceiling height 10 ft or less, includes walls only, 2 coats of paint. Includes Glidden, Ultra-Hide Paint, flat finish, Drywall repairs extra) Expires 9/30/2012

300

Professional Services

Certa Pro Painters

Exterior House Power Washing (House size up to 3300 sq ft.) Expires 9/30/2012

300

Restaurants

Chick-fil-A Harrison Square

Certificate for a Large Chick-fil-A Nugget Party Platter (No expiration)

64

Restaurants

The Pit Restaurant

$100 Gift Certificate

100

Sports

Steven Halco

Autographed Carolina Hurricanes Jersey (Size – Adult XL)

priceless

Getaways

Don and Alison Getz

2 night stay at the Bali House in Wilmington, NC – www.balihousenc.com, www.vrbo.com/14182

360

Getaways

Don and Alison Getz

One-week stay at waterfront luxury condo (3 bedroom, 3 bath, Sleeps 7) at Sunset Beach Condominium – The Regency Unit #324 – www.sunsetbeachncluxuryrentals.com, www.vrbo.com/408218. No expiration, subject to availability

1,200

Getaways

Don and Alison Getz 

One-week stay at waterfront luxury condo (3 bedroom, 3 bath, Sleeps 7) at Sunset Beach Condominium – The Regency Unit #122 – sunsetbeachncluxuryrentals.com, www.vrbo.com/408218. No expiration, subject to availability

1,200

Getaways

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

One overnight stay in a Premier King Room with Breakfast for Two in Herons Restaurant. Valid May 1, 2012 through November 1, 2012.

319

 

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