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Ben Rush PTA E-News 
Benjamin Rush Elementary School
Redmond, Washington
425-881-6047 
February 21, 2010   
In This Issue
Science Fair
Passport Check
Swim Night
Volunteers NEEDED
Spirit Day
Dad's Passport Day
Quick Links
 
 
CALENDAR
 
2/25     Passport Check
 
2/25     4th & 5th Class Social
 
3/4       Swim Night
 
3/5       Spirit Day
  
3/11     Science Fair
 
3/19     No School
 
4/8       International Night
 
4/9       Spirit Day
 
4/15     Skate King Night
 
4/16     Talent Show
 
4/22     PTA General Meeting
 
5/3       Walk-a-thon Begins
 

PTA Board Nominations Needed 

Our Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a dynamic and integral part of life at Ben Rush Elementary. From planning fun monthly activities to funding academic needs, this group is part of what makes Ben Rush a GREAT SCHOOL! If you know of anyone in our school community  with enthusiasm and time to devote to a leadership role in the PTA, please consider nominating him or her for office. And yes, you can even nominate yourself! Nomination forms and job descriptions are available here or on the PTA bulletin board at school. Nominees will be evaluated by a committee of Ben Rush parents, and prospective officers will be voted on by the PTA membership at the next PTA General Meeting on Thursday, April 22nd at 6:45 PM in the school library.

If you have any questions, please contact joy.jernigan@live.com
The Science Fair is Coming!
 
Mark your calendars for the annual Rush Science Fair on Thursday, March 11th from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM in the school gym. Complete this form and return to school by March 1st. The folks from Mad Science after-school classes will be there to entertain the kids....so feel free to come even if you don't plan to have a science project on display.
 

WHERE IN THE WORLD IS OMAN? 

Passport Check Day is February 25th....and re-checks in the library at lunch recess every Tuesday! February's country list is available here.
 
Passport volunteers are always needed. We are also looking for someone to be the program coordinator for next school year (see below for more information). Please contact Ellen at ejkrumm@hotmail.com if interested.
 
 pool
Ben Rush PTA Family Swim Night
 Thursday, March 4th
 
 
at the Bellevue Aquatic Center
601 143rd Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA
www.ci.bellevue.wa.us/aquatic_center.htm 
 
 
6:45 PM:  Lifeguards' Safety Talk.  Please be there!
7:00- 8:00 PM:  Swimmin' Time!
$4.75 for kids (12 and under), $5.75 for adults.
Please submit this FORM  to reserve your spot.
 
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED  -  PLEASE HELP
 
Passport Coordinator
Ellen Krumm is looking for a new Passport Program Coordinator! This is a VERY FUN volunteer job, which she has enjoyed immensely over the years. Prep-work is already being done by other people; the program just needs a "point person". Contact her with questions (asking questions does not obligate you!) at ejkrumm@hotmail.com
 
Running Club Coaches
We are in need of additional running coaches for our running club due to its popularity. Please consider donating one hour a week to the school and to your health by jogging with this great group of student runners every Thursday from 3:05-4:05 PM.  Contact Lisa Sturgeon at lisasturgeon@hotmail.com.
 
http://www.superkidsnutrition.com  
 
 
Contact Susie Wang if you are passionate about good nutrition. She would like some assistance in managing this effort in March. 
SPIRIT DAY IS THE FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
 
Next date is March 5th
 
GO CHEETAHS!!
 
Calling All Ben Rush Dads and Granddads
 
Mark your calendar for our annual 'Dads Only' Passport Check day on March 25th at 8:30 AM until 10:15 AM. I am looking for 15 to 20 dads or grandfathers to help me make this special day a success. Please contact me with questions or your commitment to volunteer.

Wayne Glover at wglover@docentims.com
 
 
IS IT TIME TO PLAN FOR SPRING BREAK AND SUMMER ALREADY?
 
DOES YOUR KID NEED SOMETHING TO DO DURING SPRING QUARTER?
 
Check out the Community Bulletin Board on the Lake Washington School District website for tons of ideas.
 
[Make it a habit to visit at least once a month.]
 
Spring basketball leagues, wilderness adventure camp, spring soccer training,
 dance lessons, tutoring at city library, summer camps, 
drama camp, art classes and much more.
 
Newletter Submissions
If you would like to submit an article or announcement for the next Rush PTA E-News, please contact the newsletter editor at benrushpta@comcast.net. All submissions must be received by March 5th for inclusion in the March 7th issue. Content may be adjusted to fit format.