PTA Newsletter 5/28/2025

5/30/2025 11:25 am

🗓️ ARGO CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

  • Wednesday, 5/28 - Argo Dines Out - Shake Shack

  • Thursday, 5/29 - Argo Open House (6PM - 7PM)

  • Friday, 5/30 - Helping Hands Appreciation Assembly and Reception to follow in Room 2

  • Wednesday, 6/4 - Deadline to complete the Argonaut School Experience Survey

  • Friday, 6/6 - Last day of school (Minimum Day) and 5th Grade Promotion

  • Wednesday, 8/13 - Kinder Welcome and Live Scan Fingerprinting

  • Thursday, 8/14 - First Day of School

  • Thursday, 8/14 - First Day Coffee and Orientation hosted by PTA in the MPR

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

🍽️ ARGO DINES OUT - SHAKE SHACK 🍔

TONIGHT-Wednesday, 5/28 from 10:30a-10:00p, join us at Shake Shack at Westgate to eat, connect, and make a difference! 25% of the proceeds will come back directly to Argo PTA.


Shake Shack Donation flyer

👟 GIRLS ON THE RUN🏅

Congrats again to Argo Bears Chloe, Audrey B, Karyn, Carissa, Ruby, Brooke, Niya, Stella, and Audrey T who completed their Girls on the Run Silicon Valley 5k! Find out more about Argo Girls on the Run on the PTA website.

Girls on the Run

🌼 UPDATE ARGO GARDEN NEEDS YOU!

  • Summer Water Party! We are looking for people to come check on the garden over summer break (approximately 1 hour a week, but more is always better)! Tasks include: watering plants and trees, checking on shed doors, weeding, and water conservation. There will be a ‘sign in and out’ sheet and a ‘next task’ list for guidance. If you are able to help, please add your name to the link here.
  • 2025-26 Garden Docent needed. If you are interested, please email admin-garden@argonautpta.org
  • Find out more about the Argo Garden on the PTA website.

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE 💰

The Argo PTA has reached 93% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation directly supports vital programs and events for our students at Argonaut. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!

🎬 PTA IN ACTION

otter pops

Incoming PTA President, Robert Young, gathers support by handing out otter pops to Argo students.

 Winter Ball auction winner Arvin and friends launch a ginormous rocket.

DID YOU KNOW…

PTA planning has already begun for School Year 2025-26. Check out the tentative events calendar here.

🙋🏻 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2025-26

The following programs need committee chairs or they risk getting cancelled. Email info@argonautpta.org to coordinate these opportunities for our students to shine.

  • Garden - one docent

  • Musical - two chairs to coordinate between the school and the theatre company

  • Robotics - two chairs to run the program from August to November

  • Book Fair - two chairs to coordinate the Book Fair in November

  • Carnival - one co-chair to plan Argo Carnival (Carnoween?)

Visit the PTA website to find more open programs and events to lead. Returning committee chairs, please email info@argonautpta.org to confirm that you will run your program again in 2025-26.


 CURRENT ARGO 5TH GRADERS/RISING REDWOOD 6TH GRADERS

Musical flyer

Redwood Middle School PTA is excited to announce Curtains: Young@Part as the annual musical production for next school year! Misty Davies and Erin Gavin will be at the helm of this endeavor, co-directing and choreographing the show! Erin and Misty have been working together for many years producing a number of musicals, including Anastasia:The Musical Youth Edition at Redwood during the 23-24 school year. We are thrilled to be back on board at Redwood and look forward to welcoming new and returning students to the musical. All who audition will be cast. 

If you are interested in auditioning or learning more as you consider auditioning, please join our Google Classroom using code d3m55ds. We will populate the classroom during the summer with important information, as we prepare for auditions in late August or early September. Be on the lookout!  A welcome message is waiting on you in the classroom.

If you have any questions, email Erin and Misty at musical-chair@redwoodmiddlepta.org


 SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF) WORKSHOP SURVEY

This year, the Saratoga Education Foundation (SEF) launched a new series of workshops designed to meet the needs of our community, based on feedback from principals and Saratoga families. In the spring, we offered several sessions on parenting topics—and now we’d love to hear your thoughts. Whether or not you attended a workshop, your input is important to us. Please take a moment to complete this anonymous survey and help us enhance our offerings for the upcoming school year.  


Check out the updated Argo PTA Website

Questions/Comments/Suggestions: info@argonautpta.org

Join the Argo Families WhatsApp Community

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PTA Newsletter 5/21/2025

5/21/2025 3:45 pm

🗓️ ARGO CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

 

  • Thursday, 5/22 - May, June, July Birthday Book Club Celebration - Join here
  • Friday, 5/23 - Deadline to submit for PTA Reimbursements
  • Monday, 5/26 - Memorial Day (No School)
  • Wednesday, 5/28 - Field Day, parents volunteer here
  • Wednesday, 5/28 - Argo Dines Out - Shake Shack
  • Thursday, 5/29 - Argonaut Open House from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Friday, 5/30 - Helping Hands Appreciation Assembly and Reception in Room 2
  • Wednesday, 6/4 - Deadline to fill out the Argo school experience survey, form here.
  • Friday, 6/6 - Last day of school (Minimum Day) and 5th Grade Promotion

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

🙋🏻 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

  • Field Day, parents volunteer here - sign up to be the hero who hands out otter pops!
  • Argo Garden Summer Water Party - 1 hour a week over the summer. Sign up here.
  • Musical - two chairs to coordinate between the school and the theatre company
  • Robotics - two chairs to run the program from August to November
  • Book Fair - two chairs to coordinate the Book Fair in November
  • Carnival - one co-chair to plan Argo Carnival (Carnoween?)

Visit the PTA website to find open programs and events to lead. Returning committee chairs, please email info@argonautpta.org to confirm that you will run your program again in 2025-26.

📚🎁 BIRTHDAY BOOK CLUB 🥳

The Birthday Book Club Celebration is scheduled for Thursday, 5/22!  Check your email for the invitation. Head to Birthday Book Club to find out more and sign up to volunteer.

🧾REIMBURSEMENT DEADLINE THIS WEEK

The deadline to get reimbursed for PTA related expenses is this Friday, 5/23. Requests submitted after that will not be reimbursed. Visit the PTA website for the form and instructions.

🍽️ ARGO DINES OUT - SHAKE SHACK 🍔

Wednesday, 5/28 from 10:30a-10:00p, join us at Shake Shack at Westgate to eat, connect, and make a difference! 25% of the proceeds will come back directly to Argo PTA.

🌼 GARDEN UPDATE

Argo Garden Summer Water Party 2025! We are asking for people to come to check on the garden for 1 hour a week, but more is always better! Tasks will be: water plants and trees, check on shed doors, weeding, water conservation. There will be a sign in and out sheet and a next task list to address garden needs. If you are able to help, please add your name here.

WE ARE STILL IN NEED OF A 2025-2026 GARDEN DOCENT, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED PLEASE EMAIL admin-garden@argonautpta.org Head to the PTA website for more info on the Argo Garden.

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE 💰

The Argo PTA has reached 93% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation directly supports vital programs and events for our students at Argonaut. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!

 

DID YOU KNOW…

You can view past yearbooks in the Argo Library. Ever wonder what was happening at Argonaut 10 years ago? Or perhaps you’d like to see what our teachers and fabulous alumni looked like back in the day.


REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL INFO FOR CURRENT 5TH GRADERS

Hello Current 5th Graders/Rising 6th Graders! Redwood Middle School PTA  is excited to announce Curtains: Young@Part as the annual musical production for next school year!  Misty Davies and Erin Gavin will be at the helm of this endeavor, co-directing and choreographing the show! Erin and Misty have been working together for many years producing a number of musicals, including Anastasia:The Musical Youth Edition at Redwood during the 23-24 school year. We are thrilled to be back on board at Redwood and look forward to welcoming new and returning students to the musical. All who audition will be cast. 

If you are interested in auditioning for Curtains: Young@Part or learning more as you consider auditioning, please join our Google Classroom using code d3m55ds. We will populate the classroom during the summer with important information, as we prepare for auditions in late August or early September. Be on the lookout!  A welcome message is waiting on you in the classroom.

If you have any questions, email Erin and Misty at musical-chair@redwoodmiddlepta.org

Thanks!

SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF) WORKSHOP SURVEY

This year, the Saratoga Education Foundation (SEF) launched a new series of workshops designed to meet the needs of our community, based on feedback from principals and Saratoga families. In the spring, we offered several sessions on parenting topics—and now we’d love to hear your thoughts. Whether or not you attended a workshop, your input is important to us. Please take a moment to complete this anonymous survey and help us enhance our offerings for the upcoming school year. 

https://forms.gle/oYrNMgLMLsNnyj2A9 


Check out the updated Argo PTA Website

Questions/Comments/Suggestions: info@argonautpta.org

Join the Argo Families WhatsApp Community

 

Read More

PTA Newsletter 5/14/2025

5/14/2025 1:50 pm

🗓️ ARGO CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

  • Thursday, 5/16 - Deadline to join the May, June, July Birthday Book Club Celebration
  • Saturday, 5/17 - Girls on the Run 5k - Register here
  • Thursday, 5/22 - May, June, July Birthday Book Club Celebration - Join here
  • Friday, 5/23 - Deadline to submit for PTA Reimbursements
  • Monday, 5/26 - Memorial Day (No School)
  • Wednesday, 5/28 - Field Day, parents volunteer here
  • Wednesday, 5/28 - Argo Dines Out - Shake Shack
  • Thursday, 5/29 - Argonaut Open House
  • Friday, 5/30 - Helping Hands Appreciation Assembly and Reception in Room 2
  • Friday, 6/6 - Last day of school (Minimum Day) and 5th Grade Promotion

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

🙋🏻 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

  • Field Day, parents volunteer here - sign up to be the hero who hands out otter pops!
  • Argo Garden Summer Water Party - 1 hour a week over the summer. Sign up here.

📚🎁 BIRTHDAY BOOK CLUB 🥳

The deadline to place an order to join the May, June, July celebration is Thursday, 5/15. The Birthday Book Club Celebration is scheduled for Thursday, 522!  Check your email for the invitation. Head to Birthday Book Club to find out more and sign up to volunteer.

👟 GIRLS ON THE RUN - CELEBRATION 5K 🏅

Argo Bears Chloe, Audrey B, Karyn, Carissa, Ruby, Brooke, Niya, Stella, and Audrey T have been training for 10 weeks leading up to a 5k. Join them as they complete their celebration 5k on Saturday, 5/17 at Vasona Park.  Register here. Good luck to our girls and have fun! Find out more about Argo Girls on the Run on the PTA website.

🧾REIMBURSEMENT DEADLINE EXTENDED

The deadline to get reimbursed for PTA related expenses has been extended to Friday, 5/23. Requests submitted after that will not be reimbursed. Visit the PTA website for the form and instructions.

🍽️ ARGO DINES OUT - SHAKE SHACK 🍔

Wednesday, 5/28 from 10:30a-10:00p, join us at Shake Shack at Westgate to eat, connect, and make a difference! 25% of the proceeds will come back directly to Argo PTA.

💐 STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK

Thank you to all the parent volunteers who have pampered our teachers and staff!

🧺 SPRING PICNIC & 4TH PTA MEETING

We did it! The Association approved our new 2025-26 board, the 2025-26 calendar here (look for the one pager), and budget. Visit the website for slides and meeting minutes.

But more importantly, families enjoyed a relaxing evening of dinner, games, face painting and ice cream. Big thank you to the parents, teachers, and high school volunteers who hosted the evening!

🌼GARDEN UPDATE

Argo Garden Summer Water Party 2025!

We are asking for people to come to check on the garden for 1 hour a week, but more is always better! Tasks will be: water plants and trees, check on shed doors, weeding, water conservation.There will be a sign in and out sheet and a next task list to address garden needs. If you are able to help, please add your name to the link here: Argo Garden Summer Water Party 2025

WE ARE STILL IN NEED OF A 2025-2026 GARDEN DOCENT, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED PLEASE EMAIL admin-garden@argonautpta.org 

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE 💰

The Argo PTA has reached 93% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation directly supports vital programs and events for our students at Argonaut. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!

DID YOU KNOW…

The Argonaut PTA is 100% volunteer run organization.  Volunteering enriches students' school experiences and gives parents a chance to build friendships and community connections. We encourage you to join in and look forward to collaborating with you this school year! Without your help, many of our events wouldn't be possible.


PARENTING SEMINAR Saturday, May 17 | 9:00am - Noon | Fireside Room

Tired of Your Kids Not Listening? Join us for a free, fun, inspiring morning with local parenting educator and podcaster Mary Eschen, host of Parenting Decoded. Mary’s energetic, relatable style makes parenting feel a whole lot more doable. She’ll share practical tips and tricks to help you handle everything from back-talk to ignored requests—without yelling, nagging, or bribing. You’ll leave feeling more confident and in control, with real-world strategies and exercises you can start using right away. Childcare is available. You must REGISTER to attend - Sign up now! Spots are limited. https://menlochurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2907367

SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF)

There is still time to donate to SEF! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our students and the community. Please consider contributing so that we can reach our goal of raising $500,000. Review our latest newsletter to learn more about the budget and the programs that SEF plans to support. 


Check out the updated Argo PTA Website

Questions/Comments/Suggestions: info@argonautpta.org

Join the Argo Families WhatsApp Community

 

Read More

PTA Newsletter 5/7/2025

5/8/2025 1:09 pm

🗓️ ARGO CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

  • Week of 5/5 - Staff Appreciation Week - (Volunteers sign up here!)
  • Wednesday, 5/7 - Last day to submit your Argo Marathon tracker
  • Friday, 5/9 - PTA Spring Picnic and 4th Assoc. Meeting - (Volunteers sign up here!)
  • Thursday, 5/16 - Deadline to join the May, June, July Birthday Book Club Celebration
  • Saturday, 5/17 - Girls on the Run 5k - Register here
  • Thursday, 5/22 - May, June, July Birthday Book Club Celebration - Join here
  • Friday, 5/23 - Deadline to submit for PTA Reimbursements
  • Monday, 5/26 - Memorial Day (No School)
  • Wednesday, 5/28 - Field Day
  • Wednesday, 5/28 - Argo Dines Out - Shake Shack
  • Friday, 5/30 - Helping Hands Appreciation Assembly and Reception
  • Friday, 6/6 - Last day of school and 5th Grade Promotion

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

👟MARATHONERS SUBMIT YOUR MILEAGE

Today is the last day to submit your mileage trackers to the office!

Congratulations again to our weekly challenge winners!

👫Week 1 - Do It Together challenge winners

  • Lillian C/K - Argo spirit wear package
  • Carly B/1st - $25 Build-A-Bear gift card
  • Ishaan M/3rd - $25 Nintendo gift card
  • Riana K/4th - Argo spirit wear package
  • Gregory G/4th - $25 Nintendo gift card

🌅Week 2 - Sunrise challenge winners

  • Karina M/1st - Build-A-Bear gift card
  • Audrey B/3rd - Nintendo gift card
  • Lucas M/3rd
  • Suah C/3rd
  • Elliot C/4th

⛰️Week 3 - Hill/Mountain challenge winners are:

  • Riian P/K
  • Audrey C/4th
  • Leo L/4th
  • Jonathan S/5th
  • Efe B/5th

🌎Week 4 - Earth week challenge winners are:

  • Toma O/TK
  • Colin C/1st
  • Yuma O/2nd
  • Madison C/3rd
  • Arya B/3rd

💐 STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK

Join the Argo PTA for a week of appreciation! Let's show our teachers and staff how much we value their dedication. Different classes are providing daily breakfast and lunch. 

  • Thursday, 5/8 - Bring in student-made artwork such as cards or drawings to showcase our appreciation.
  • Friday, 5/9 - Treat our teachers and staff with prepackaged goodies to sweeten their day.

Thank you to all the parent volunteers who have been pampering our teachers and staff. Click here to learn more and sign up to participate

🧺 SPRING PICNIC & 4TH PTA MEETING

Our Spring Picnic is this Friday, 5/9! Food, games, face painting… but most importantly, FRIENDS! Visit the PTA website for full details about food and activities. Sign up here to volunteer. 

We need at least 17 PTA members at the meeting to approve the 2025-26 PTA Board, calendar, and budget. Review the 2025-26 board here. Review the 2025-26 calendar here (look for the one pager).

📚🎁 BIRTHDAY BOOK CLUB 🥳

The deadline to place an order to join the May, June, July celebration is Thursday, 5/15. The Birthday Book Club Celebration is scheduled for Thursday, 522!  Check your email for the invitation. Head to Birthday Book Club to find out more and signup to volunteer.

👟 GIRLS ON THE RUN - CELEBRATION 5K 🏅

Eight Argo Bears have been training for 10 weeks leading up to a 5k on Saturday, 5/17. Join them as they complete their celebration 5k on Saturday, 5/17 at Vasona Park.  Register here.  Find out more about Argo Girls on the Run on the PTA website.

🧾REIMBURSEMENT DEADLINE EXTENDED

The deadline to get reimbursed for PTA related expenses has been extended to Friday, 5/23. Requests submitted after that will not be reimbursed. Visit https://www.argonautpta.org/reimbursement for details and paperwork.

🍽️ ARGO DINES OUT - SHAKE SHACK 🍔

Wednesday, 5/28 from 10:30a-10:00p, join us at Shake Shack at Westgate to eat, connect, and make a difference! 25% of the proceeds will come back directly to Argo PTA.

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE 💰

The Argo PTA has reached 91% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation directly supports vital programs and events for our students at Argonaut. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!

DID YOU KNOW…

The Argonaut PTA is 100% volunteer run organization.  Volunteering enriches students' school experiences and gives parents a chance to build friendships and community connections. We encourage you to join in and look forward to collaborating with you this school year! Without your help, many of our events wouldn't be possible.


SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF)

There is still time to donate to SEF! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our students and the community. Please consider contributing so that we can reach our goal of raising $500,000. Review our latest newsletter to learn more about the budget and the programs that SEF plans to support. 

🅿️NEW TRAFFIC LAW: DAYLIGHTING

The Sheriff’s Office is asking us to help spread the word about California's new "daylighting" law, which is now in effect. This new law aims to improve pedestrian safety near schools and all intersections by prohibiting parking within 20 feet of any crosswalk (or 15 feet if there's a curb extension). This rule applies to both marked and unmarked crosswalks, regardless of painted curbs or signs, and is intended to increase visibility for drivers and pedestrians. Please be mindful of this new regulation when dropping off or picking up students to ensure the safety of our children and community. Learn more about California's new "daylighting" law.


Check out the updated Argo PTA Website

Questions/Comments/Suggestions: info@argonautpta.org

Join the Argo Families WhatsApp Community

 

Read More

PTA Newsletter 4/30/2025

5/1/2025 10:28 am

🗓️ ARGO CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

  • Friday, 5/2 - Deadline to fill out LCAP survey (10 min) - give SUSD feedback
  • Week of 5/5 - Staff Appreciation Week - (Volunteers needed, sign up here!)
  • Friday, 5/9 - PTA Spring Picnic and 4th Assoc. Meeting
  • Wednesday, 5/28 - Field Day
  • Friday, 5/30 - Helping Hands Appreciation Assembly and Reception

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

🙋🏻 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

  • Staff Appreciation Week - sign up here
  • 5th Grade Promotion - 4th grade parents email promotion@argonautpta.org
  • PTA Board members for next year….

👟(VIRTUAL) MARATHON FINISH LINE

Final Week! Finish the Argonaut Marathon Strong! Last chance to complete your 26.2 miles (13.1 for Kinder) and win prizes! Sponsorships still available. Visit the PTA website for more information.

Congratulations to our weekly challenge winners!

👫Week 1 - Do It Together challenge winners:

  • Lillian/K
  • Carly/1st
  • Ishaan/3rd
  • Riana/4th
  • Gregory/4th

🌅Week 2 - Sunrise challenge winners:

  • Karina/1st
  • Audrey/3rd
  • Lucas/3rd
  • Suah/3rd
  • Elliot/4th

⛰️Week 3 - Hill/Mountain challenge winners:

  • Riian/K
  • Audrey/4th
  • Leo/4th
  • Jonathan/5th
  • Efe/5th

🌎Week 4 - Earth week challenge winners:

  • Toma/TK
  • Colin/1st
  • Yuma/2nd
  • Madison/3rd
  • Arya/3rd

💐 STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK

Join the Argo PTA for a week of appreciation! Let's show our teachers and staff how much we value their dedication. Sign up to contribute items for our daily potlucks. One family is already smoking a brisket for the teachers!

Different classes will provide daily breakfast and lunch. Sign up here to learn more and participate

A note from our Hospitality Committee:

Dear Argo Families,

Next week, from May 5th to May 9th, is the Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week, a special time to honor the dedicated teachers and staff who play a vital role in shaping the lives of our students. Argo PTA invites you to a week-long celebration dedicated to expressing our gratitude for our incredible teachers and staff.

Our teachers and staff go above and beyond every day to ensure our students receive the best education and support possible. It's time for us to show them just how much we appreciate their hard work, dedication, and the impact they have on our school, students, and community.

Here's how you can participate in making this week memorable:

  • Monday, May 5th - Bring a flower from your garden to brighten their day.
  • Tuesday, May 6th - Share a warm embrace with a hug and/or fist bump to express your gratitude.
  • Wednesday, May 7th - Wear your teacher's favorite color as a thoughtful gesture.
  • Thursday, May 8th - Bring in student-made artwork such as cards or drawings to showcase our appreciation.
  • Friday, May 9th- Treat our teachers and staff with prepackaged goodies to sweeten their day.

Join us in making this week truly special for our teachers and staff. Your participation will make a world of difference in showing them just how much they mean to us.

Thank you for joining us in celebrating our amazing teachers and staff!

In unity,

Argonaut PTA

🧺 SPRING PICNIC & 4TH PTA MEETING

Save the Date: Friday, May 9, Argo Spring Picnic & PTA Meeting!  Important meeting for members to approve the 2025-26 PTA Board, calendar, and budget. Visit https://www.argonautpta.org/springpicnic for full details!

 

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE 💰

The Argo PTA has reached 89% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation directly supports vital programs and events for our students at Argonaut. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!


SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF)

There is still time to donate to SEF! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our students and the community. Please consider contributing so that we can reach our goal of raising $500,000. Review our latest newsletter to learn more about the budget and the programs that SEF plans to support. 

🥞 SARATOGA MUSIC BOOSTERS (SMB) - PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Join us for the funnest & yummiest fundraiser of the year—the Pancake Breakfast! Don’t miss out on a morning filled with delicious freshly flipped pancakes, served with butter, syrup, sausages, fresh strawberries, and drinks like orange juice, milk, coffee, and tea. Enjoy live music performances while supporting a great cause!  

 

  • When: Sunday, May 4, 2025, 8am-12:30pm
  • Where: Saratoga High School, 20300 Herriman Avenue, Saratoga, CA 9507 
  • Purchase Tickets here

 

🅿️NEW TRAFFIC LAW: DAYLIGHTING

The Sheriff’s Office is asking us to help spread the word about California's new "daylighting" law, which is now in effect. This new law aims to improve pedestrian safety near schools and all intersections by prohibiting parking within 20 feet of any crosswalk (or 15 feet if there's a curb extension). This rule applies to both marked and unmarked crosswalks, regardless of painted curbs or signs, and is intended to increase visibility for drivers and pedestrians. Please be mindful of this new regulation when dropping off or picking up students to ensure the safety of our children and community. Learn more about California's new "daylighting" law.


Check out the updated Argo PTA Website

Questions/Comments/Suggestions: info@argonautpta.org

Join the Argo Families WhatsApp Community

Read More

PTA Newsletter 4/23/2025

4/28/2025 10:18 am

🗓️ ARGO CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

  • This week - Cool to Care Week
  • Wednesday, 4/23 - Science Fair
  • Thursday, 4/24 - April Birthday Book Club
  • Week of 5/5 - Staff Appreciation Week - sign up here!
  • Friday, 5/9 - NEW DATE! PTA Spring Picnic and 4th Assoc. Meeting

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

🧪 SCIENCE FAIR

Argo Science Fair – Wednesday, April 23rd | 6:00–8:00 PM | MPR

Family Viewing: Join us from 6:00–8:00 PM to explore all the amazing student projects!

We have an exciting evening planned:

  • Certificates of participation for every student presented by Principal Bosco
  • An exciting hands-on Kinetic Roller Coasters activity led by an Argonaut parent, Raffie Colet
  • Live demos from the RMS Robotics teams (VEX and FTC) — a great opportunity to learn more about the middle school robotics program and the award winning robots
  • Goodie bags sponsored by the PTA and snack bags sponsored by SEF for all participants

Parents, we need your support to make this event a success! Volunteer opportunities are still available during the Science Fair. If you’re able to help, please sign up here: https://www.argonautpta.org/volunteer/145732

Come support Argonaut’s budding scientists — see you tonight!

STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK

A view of the Argo teachers’ lounge during Staff Appreciation Week 2024

Argonaut PTA invites you to join us on a week-long celebration to show how much we value our teachers and staff.  Our teachers and staff have always gone above and beyond to support and enrich our students' education.  This week is our turn (Argo families) to show them how much we appreciate all of their efforts.  Please sign up to bring item(s) needed for our daily potlucks.

We heard that one Dad has already purchased a brisket to smoke for the teachers!

Breakfast and lunch will be provided by different classes on each day. Find out more and sign up here

SPRING PICNIC AND 4TH ASSOCIATION MEETING

Mark Friday 5/9 on your calendars for our Argo Spring Picnic and 4th Argo PTA Association Meeting. It’s a big one! Members, we will need you to come out in force to approve our 2025-26 PTA Board, calendar, and budget. Watch for more details in the coming weeks.

👟(VIRTUAL) MARATHON

Argonaut Marathon starts now! Run/walk/hike 26.2 miles in April (13.1 for Kinder). Weekly challenges & prizes! Sponsorship opportunities available! Visit the PTA website for more information and to register. T-shirt order deadline: April 16th.

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE 💰

The Argo PTA has reached 89% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation directly supports vital programs and events for our students at Argonaut. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!


REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL PTA PRESENTS MULTICULTURAL NIGHT

The countdown is on — just a couple more days to go until Multicultural Night!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with vibrant performances and a global celebration, featuring:

  • 🎶 Colombian Dance
  • 🦁 Lion Dance
  • 🌺 Hula Dance
  • 💃 Bombay in the Bay
  • 🌍 West African Dance
  • 🪔 Garba – Indian Folk Dance
  • 🎤 Student talent, musical recitals, and special showcases by our Multilingual Pathway Program students
  • …and so much more!

👘 Dressing up in cultural or traditional outfits is encouraged — but totally optional!

Bonus treats:

  • 🧋 Boba drinks for sale (Cash & ZellePay only)
  • 🌮 Taco & Churro truck on-site for purchase
  • 🍿 Free popcorn & cotton candy
  • 🅿️ Extra parking at West Valley College Lot #3

Let’s celebrate the heart and soul of our diverse RMS community — see you there!

SARATOGA HIGH SCHOOL AND SARATOGA THEATRE ARTS

Saratoga High School Drama presents The Little Mermaid, a timeless tale of love, friendship, and self-discovery following the adventures of free-spirited mermaid princess Ariel. For the first time ever, this production brings together talented students from Saratoga's high, middle, and elementary schools making this a magical show for all ages. Come watch the magic unfold April 18-26!  Get your tickets now https://mcafeecenter.ludus.com/index.php 

SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF)

There is still time to donate to SEF! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our students and the community. Please consider contributing so that we can reach our goal of raising $500,000. Review our latest newsletter to learn more about the budget and the programs that SEF plans to support. 

SEF's donor appreciation event is coming up on April 26. Please consider giving to our important cause so that we can continue to provide SUSD children with an enriching learning experience.

SARATOGA MUSIC BOOSTERS (SMB) - PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Join us for the funnest & yummiest fundraiser of the year—the Pancake Breakfast! Don’t miss out on a morning filled with delicious freshly flipped pancakes, served with butter, syrup, sausages, fresh strawberries, and drinks like orange juice, milk, coffee, and tea. Enjoy live music performances while supporting a great cause!  

𝑾𝒆’𝒓𝒆 𝒇𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒕!

𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒔𝒌𝒆𝒅, 𝒘𝒆 𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒅 — 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒚 𝑩𝒊𝒓𝒅 𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑷𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝑩𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒇𝒂𝒔𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒔 𝒃𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑬𝑿𝑻𝑬𝑵𝑫𝑬𝑫!

𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝒅𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒆: 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒚, 𝑨𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒍 21

 

  • When: Sunday, May 4, 2025 (8am-12:30pm) 
  • Venue: Saratoga High School, 20300 Herriman Avenue, Saratoga, CA 9507 
  • Purchase tickets here

 

NEW “DAYLIGHTING” TRAFFIC LAW

The Sheriff’s Office is asking us to help spread the word about California's new "daylighting" law, which is now in effect. This new law aims to improve pedestrian safety near schools and all intersections by prohibiting parking within 20 feet of any crosswalk (or 15 feet if there's a curb extension). This rule applies to both marked and unmarked crosswalks, regardless of painted curbs or signs, and is intended to increase visibility for drivers and pedestrians. Please be mindful of this new regulation when dropping off or picking up students to ensure the safety of our children and community. Learn more about California's new "daylighting" law.


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PTA Newsletter 4/2/2025

4/3/2025 12:08 pm

🗓️ ARGO CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

  • Month of April - Argo (Virtual) Marathon
  • Thursday, 4/3 - 2nd & 3rd Grade Spring Concert
  • Friday, 4/4 - Lost and Found Donation Day
  • Week of 4/7-4/11 - NO SCHOOL (Spring Break)
  • Tuesday, 4/15 - Deadline to customize personal page(s) in the yearbook and order for delivery to school.
  • Thursday, 4/17 - Drama Program (First Meeting)
  • Wednesday, 4/16 - Deadline to order Argo Marathon t-shirt
  • Wednesday, 4/23 - Science Fair
  • Friday, 4/25 - PTA Spring Social

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

👟(VIRTUAL) MARATHON

Argonaut Marathon starts now! Run/walk/hike 26.2 miles in April (13.1 for Kinder). Weekly challenges & prizes! Sponsorship opportunities available! Visit the PTA website for more information and to register. T-shirt order deadline: April 16th.

🎭 *NEW* AFTERSCHOOL DRAMA PROGRAM

Students can learn performing arts skills and creative thinking through fun improv and theater games. They'll boost confidence acting with friends and enjoy expressing emotions and characters.The first of six classes will be Thursday, 4/17. Visit the PTA website for more information and to register or register here now. 

🧪 SCIENCE FAIR

Argo Science Fair – Wednesday, April 23rd | 6:00–8:00 PM | MPR

Thank you to everyone who signed up to participate! Poster boards are now available for pickup from Ms. Annette in the office. Please be sure to mention your team members / project title while picking up the poster board so we can keep track. The projects look fantastic—we’re so excited to see them all! 

Parents, we need your support to help make this event a success. Volunteer opportunities are available both before and during the Science Fair. If you're available to lend a hand, please sign up here: Volunteer Signup LinkThank you for your support! Visit the PTA website for more information.

🌱KEEP THE ARGO GARDEN ALIVE 🥬

Love to spend time outdoors? The Argo Garden needs you!  We're looking for a friendly volunteer (you or a family member!) to help our students explore and enjoy the garden for just one hour a week (12:15pm-1:25pm). One hour a week is the minimum, but you can contribute more if you'd like. No gardening experience is necessary! Think of it as a fun, creative hour spent watering, raking, planting, and tending our magical fairy garden with the kids. Grandparents and all district-approved family members are welcome! Our current garden docent will provide all the guidance you need. Interested in joining the garden team? Email admin-garden@argonautpta.org

Requirements:

  • Commit to one hour per week (12:15pm-1:25pm), with the specific day flexible and coordinated with the garden support teacher (weather permitting).
  • Open and close the garden during lunchtime gardening sessions.
  • Assist with hands-on activities like watering, weeding, raking, and planting.
  • Occasionally gather supplies (plants, soil) within the garden budget.
  • Communicate regularly with the garden support teacher.

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE 💰

The Argo PTA has reached 87% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation directly supports vital programs and events for our students at Argonaut. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!


SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF)

There is still time to donate to SEF! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our students and the community. Please consider contributing so that we can reach our goal of raising $500,000. Review our latest newsletter to learn more about the budget and the programs that SEF plans to support. 

For our next SEF Workshop, we are pleased to welcome back parenting coach, educator and podcaster, Mary Eschen. Attend Mary's talk titled, Becoming a Calm Parent, on Monday, April 14th at 9:00 AM at Menlo Church, 20455 Herriman Avenue (across from Saratoga High School). Mary is a former SUSD parent and creator of the podcast PARENTING DECODED. In this session she will help us work through some calming new ideas to break the cycles of anger in our homes that are so easily set off by the kids we love so much. Space is limited to 50 participants so please register to help us better plan for the event!

SEF's donor appreciation event is coming up in less than a month! Additional donors who contribute to SEF by April 5 will be invited to our donor appreciation event which takes place on April 26. Please consider giving to our important cause so that we can continue to provide SUSD children with an enriching learning experience.

SARATOGA HIGH SCHOOL AND SARATOGA THEATRE ARTS

Saratoga High School Drama presents The Little Mermaid, a timeless tale of love, friendship, and self-discovery following the adventures of free-spirited mermaid princess Ariel. For the first time ever, this production brings together talented students from Saratoga's high, middle, and elementary schools making this a magical show for all ages. Come watch the magic unfold April 18-26!  Get your tickets now https://mcafeecenter.ludus.com/index.php 

SARATOGA MUSIC BOOSTERS (SMB) - PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Join us for the funnest & yummiest fundraiser of the year—the Pancake Breakfast! Don’t miss out on a morning filled with delicious freshly flipped pancakes, served with butter, syrup, sausages, fresh strawberries, and drinks like orange juice, milk, coffee, and tea. Enjoy live music performances while supporting a great cause!  

  • When: Sunday, May 4, 2025 (8am-12:30pm) 
  • Venue: Saratoga High School, 20300 Herriman Avenue, Saratoga, CA 9507 
  • Purchase tickets here

SARATOGA THEATRE ARTS - Silicon Valley Shakespeare Summer Camp

Summer Fun! If you are looking for something fun (AND educational) for your child (8+) over summer, consider signing them up for Silicon Valley Shakespeare's 2 week camp.  Students will rehearse "The Tempest" (abridged to 40 minutes) and enjoy immersing themselves in the magic of Shakespeare.  Whether they choose to be part of the cast or crew, the final day has a performance for family and friends. Drama helps kids build confidence as public speakers, collaborate as artists and thinkers, and develop learning skills that will continue to serve them well after the summer's fun is over.  Click here to learn more and register your child. 


Check out the updated Argo PTA Website

Questions/Comments/Suggestions: info@argonautpta.org

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PTA Newsletter 3/26/2025

3/26/2025 12:33 pm

🗓️ CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

  • Thursday, 3/27 - February and March Birthday Book Club Celebration
  • Thursday, 3/27 - It Takes All of Us: Disability Awareness parent info night
  • Monday, 3/31 - Deadline to register for Argo Marathon here
  • Month of April - Argo Marathon
  • Week of 4/7-4/11 - Spring Break (No School)
  • Wednesday, 4/23 - Science Fair
  • Friday, 4/25 - PTA Spring Social

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

📚🎁 BIRTHDAY BOOK CLUB 🥳

The February and March Birthday Book Club Celebration is scheduled for Thursday, 3/27!  Check your email for the invitation. Head to the PTA website to find out more information and sign up to volunteer.

DISABILITY AWARENESS - PARENT INFO NIGHT

It Takes All of Us

Thursday, 3/27 @ 5:30-6:30 pm

Argonaut Elementary School MPR

Saratoga Union School District invites all SUSD families to 'It Takes All of Us,' an engaging evening focused on fostering empathy and understanding. Through interactive activities and personal stories, you'll gain valuable insights and practical tools for conversations with your children. Join us as we build a more inclusive community!

👟 VIRTUAL MARATHON - LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER

Registration closes next Monday, 3/31. Register to run/walk 26.2 miles in April and win prizes! Free registration. Donate $40 and receive a marathon t-shirt (limited supply). Visit the PTA website for more information and to register!  Questions? Email marathon@argonautpta.org

Boost Your Business! Sponsor Our Marathon! Sponsor or donate to the marathon. Learn more on the PTA website.

🌱ARGO GARDEN - KEEP THE ARGO GARDEN ALIVE 🥬

Love to spend time outdoors? The Argo Garden needs you!  We're looking for a friendly volunteer (you or a family member!) to help our students explore and enjoy the garden for just one hour a week (12:15pm-1:25pm). One hour a week is the minimum, but you can contribute more if you'd like. No gardening experience is necessary! Think of it as a fun, creative hour spent watering, raking, planting, and tending our magical fairy garden with the kids. Grandparents and all district-approved family members are welcome! Our current garden docent will provide all the guidance you need. Interested in joining the garden team? Email admin-garden@argonautpta.org

Requirements:

  • Commit to one hour per week (12:15pm-1:25pm), with the specific day flexible and coordinated with the garden support teacher (weather permitting).
  • Open and close the garden during lunchtime gardening sessions.
  • Assist with hands-on activities like watering, weeding, raking, and planting.
  • Occasionally gather supplies (plants, soil) within the garden budget.
  • Communicate regularly with the garden support teacher.

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE 💰

🔥It’s getting hot in here! 🔥The Argo TPA has reached 87% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation directly supports vital programs and events at Argonaut. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!

🤔DID YOU KNOW…

The Argo kickball field is getting upgraded!  Thank you to Mr. Weber, parents and former/current Argo students that are making this possible!   Any volunteers that are interested in helping can contact secretary@argonautpta.org.  Go Bears! 


SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF)

There is still time to donate to SEF! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our students and the community. Please consider contributing so that we can reach our goal of raising $500,000. Review our latest newsletter to learn more about the budget and the programs that SEF plans to support. 

 

SAVE THE DATE: SEF is hosting a donor appreciation event on Saturday, 4/26 afternoon at the beautiful House Family Vineyard. Donors who contribute by Tuesday, 4/15 will receive an invitation and additional information about the Donor Appreciation Event. We hope to see you there! 

SARATOGA MUSIC BOOSTERS (SMB) - PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Join us for the funnest & yummiest fundraiser of the year—the Pancake Breakfast! Don’t miss out on a morning filled with delicious freshly flipped pancakes, served with butter, syrup, sausages, fresh strawberries, and drinks like orange juice, milk, coffee, and tea. Enjoy live music performances while supporting a great cause!  

 

  • When: Sunday, May 4, 2025 (8am-12:30pm) 
  • Venue: Saratoga High School, 20300 Herriman Avenue, Saratoga, CA 9507 
  • Purchase tickets here

SARATOGA THEATRE ARTS - Silicon Valley Shakespeare

Summer Fun! If you are looking for something fun (AND educational) for your child (8+) over summer, consider signing them up for Silicon Valley Shakespeare's 2 week camp.  Students will rehearse "The Tempest" (abridged to 40 minutes) and enjoy immersing themselves in the magic of Shakespeare.  Whether they choose to be part of the cast or crew, the final day has a performance for family and friends. Drama helps kids build confidence as public speakers, collaborate as artists and thinkers, and develop learning skills that will continue to serve them well after the summer's fun is over.  Click here to learn more and register your child. 


Check out the updated Argo PTA Website

Questions/Comments/Suggestions: info@argonautpta.org

Join the Argo Families WhatsApp Community

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PTA Newsletter 3/19/2025

3/21/2025 1:02 pm

🗓️ CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

  • Thursday, 3/20 & Friday, 3/21 - Disability Awareness Day - volunteers email jbosco@saratogausd.org  
  • Saturday, 3/22 - Deadline for Argo Marathon t-shirt orders and family sponsorships, register here.
  • Monday, 3/24 - Special Assembly: Extreme Science 2.0
  • Thursday, 3/27 - February and March Birthday Book Club Celebration
  • Thursday, 3/27 - It Takes All of Us: Disability Awareness parent info night
  • Monday, 3/31 - Deadline to register for Argo Marathon, register here.
  • Month of April - Argo Marathon

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

🎤 ARGO VARIETY SHOW 🎭

Thank you to all the Argo's Got Talent families for a "farmtastic" show last Friday!

Some post event reminders:

  • Corporate match your volunteer hours, https://argonautpta.org/corporatematching
  • Committee chairs, file reimbursement paperwork, https://argonautpta.org/reimbursement

👟 VIRTUAL MARATHON REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Each participant will have the entire month of April to complete the 26.2 miles and win prizes. Registration is free!  Donate $40 per participant to help cover costs and receive a marathon t-shirt. Visit the PTA website for more information and to register!  Questions? Email marathon@argonautpta.org

Deadline for t-shirt orders and family sponsorships extended to Saturday, 3/22.

Do you own or know a business interested in sponsoring the marathon? Visit the PTA website for more information and to sponsor or donate.

DISABILITY AWARENESS - PARENT INFO NIGHT

It Takes All of Us

March 27, 2025

5:30-6:30 pm

Argonaut Elementary School MPR

The District invites all SUSD families to 'It Takes All of Us,' an engaging evening focused on fostering empathy and understanding. Through interactive activities and personal stories, you'll gain valuable insights and practical tools for conversations with your children. Join us as we build a more inclusive community!

ARGO GARDEN

STOP THE ARGO GARDEN FROM CLOSING!

Are you (or a family member) free from 12:15pm-1:25pm, one day a week?  The Argo Garden needs you!  You do not need to know ANYTHING about gardening.  We are asking someone in our Argo community to step up next year to help the kids explore the garden.  This can be any family member that has been cleared by the district (grandparents welcome).  The current garden docent will walk you through the garden volunteer steps.  The Argo Garden is a creative and forgiving place.  The minimum work is 1 hour a week, it can be anything you want beyond that!  The kids enjoy watering, raking, planting, and tending the fairy garden.  Please consider supporting our students and their creative outlet in the garden.  Volunteer or questions, please email admin-garden@argonautpta.org.

Requirements:

  • One hour a week, 12:15pm-1:25pm (weather depending). The day can be discussed with the garden support teacher.
  • Meet and communicate with the garden support teacher.
  • Assist the teacher and kids in watering, weeding, raking, planting.
  • Open and close the garden after the lunch time gardening.  
  • Gather supplies on occasion, plants and soil, per the garden budget.

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE

🔥It’s getting hot in here! 🔥We’ve reached 85% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation funds programs and events. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!

🤔DID YOU KNOW…

Your PTA donations and our Special Assemblies team are bringing the Extreme Science 2.0 show to Argonaut on Monday, 3/24 at 1:15 PM and 2:10 PM. Here’s a sneak preview!

David Hagerman has been performing his science assemblies for over 20 years. Though based in Branson, MO, David performs all over the country. Extreme Science 2.0 is a forty-five minute program including two performers, music and amazingly visual demonstrations:

 

  • 700,000 Volt Van de Graaff generator (VDG): (one of the largest you can find), it creates 10-15 inch lightening bolts and more than enough static to raise hair

  • Vortex Cannons: creates flying rings of fog 

  • Floating beach balls: thanks to the Bernoulli effect, we have flight


SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF) - Parent Workshop

As part of SEF's ongoing enrichment programs, Saratoga Education Foundation (SEF) is offering a series of workshops and seminars for parents and students of SUSD. The next one is on Tuesday, 3/25 with Mary Eschen  who will host a workshop that will cover a variety of parenting topics.  Mary is an ACC level coach and a former SUSD parent and has been lecturing and teaching practical parenting skills for over 10 years. Join Mary for a free, one-hour talk at Menlo Church (20455 Herriman Ave) at either 9:00am or 7:00pm at your convenience. Space is limited to, so please register to help us better plan for the event!

SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF) - Donor Appreciation

There is still time to donate to SEF! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our students and the community. Please consider contributing so that we can reach our goal of raising $500,000. Review our latest newsletter to learn more about the budget and the programs that SEF plans to support. 

 

SAVE THE DATE: SEF is hosting a donor appreciation event on Saturday, 4/26 afternoon at the beautiful House Family Vineyard. Donors who contribute by Tuesday, 4/15 will receive an invitation and additional information about the Donor Appreciation Event. We hope to see you there! 

SARATOGA MUSIC BOOSTERS - PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Join us for the funnest & yummiest fundraiser of the year—the Pancake Breakfast! Don’t miss out on a morning filled with delicious freshly flipped pancakes, served with butter, syrup, sausages, fresh strawberries, and drinks like orange juice, milk, coffee, and tea. Enjoy live music performances while supporting a great cause!  

  • When: Sunday, May 4, 2025 (8am-12:30pm)
  • Venue: Saratoga High School, 20300 Herriman Avenue, Saratoga, CA 9507 
  • Purchase tickets at https:// www.saratogamusicboosters.org/

SARATOGA THEATRE ARTS - Silicon Valley Shakespeare

Summer Fun! If you are looking for something fun (AND educational) for your child (8+) over summer, consider signing them up for Silicon Valley Shakespeare's 2 week camp.  Students will rehearse "The Tempest" (abridged to 40 minutes) and enjoy immersing themselves in the magic of Shakespeare.  Whether they choose to be part of the cast or crew, the final day has a performance for family and friends. Drama helps kids build confidence as public speakers, collaborate as artists and thinkers, and develop learning skills that will continue to serve them well after the summer's fun is over.  Click here to learn more and register your child: https://www.svshakespeare.org/camp

SARATOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Frozen Jr.

Frozen Jr. Musical this week- Tickets ON SALE!

We are excited to invite you to a magical evening filled with fun, music, and laughter! Our talented students at Saratoga Elementary are bringing Frozen Jr. to life on stage, and we would love for you to be there to enjoy the show!

Get ready to sing along with your favorite songs like “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” as our performers take you on a heartwarming adventure with Elsa, Anna, Olaf, and the entire gang.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event!
Purchase tickets here! https://www.wvyt.org/saratoga

SARATOGA HISTORICAL MUSEUM

Please become a member of the Saratoga Historical Museum! 

The mission of the Saratoga Historical Foundation is to preserve the unique history of Saratoga for the education and enjoyment of the community. Your dues and contributions fund our activities and help keep the Saratoga History Museum open. As a member you'll be informed of the many educational and social activities associated with the museum, such as lectures on California or local histories, new exhibits in the museum, and walking tours. The Educational Programs in the museum directly benefit Saratoga schools. Each year, 450-500 school children visit our Museum. They are 2nd, 3rd and some 5th graders.

The museum is located at 20450 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road, Saratoga. It's free to the general public and opens Friday through Sunday. Please use this link below to become a member or make donations.


Thank you for your support to the Saratoga Historical Museum!

Check out the updated Argo PTA Website

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PTA Newsletter 3/12/2025

3/14/2025 11:43 am

🗓️ CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

  • Wednesday, 3/12 - Variety Show Rehearsal
  • Thursday, 3/13 - Argo Dines Out - Mendocino Farms (50% coming back to the PTA!)
  • Friday, 3/14 - Variety Show and PTA Association Meeting
  • Wednesday, 3/19 - Deadline for Argo Marathon t-shirt orders and family sponsorships, register here.
  • Thursday, 3/20 & Friday, 3/21 - Disability Awareness Day - volunteers email jbosco@saratogausd.org  
  • Monday, 3/24 - Special Assembly: Extreme Science 2.0
  • Thursday, 3/27 - February and March Birthday Book Club Celebration
  • Thursday, 3/27 - It Takes All of Us: Disability Awareness parent info night
  • Monday, 3/31 - Deadline to register for Argo Marathon, register here.
  • Month of April - Argo Marathon

Want more? Check out the PTA Calendar

🎤 ARGO VARIETY SHOW 🎭

Variety show dress rehearsals 

Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Time:

  • 1:00 – 2:30 PM – Twilight performers (TK - 2nd grade)
  • 2:30 – 4:30 PM – Moonlight performers (3rd - 5th grade)

This is a drop-off only event.
Emcees must also attend.

Variety Show – Get Your Tickets Now!
Date: Friday, March 14, 2025
Tickets: Get them here

  • Twilight Show: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
  • Moonlight Show: 7:00 – 8:30 PM

🍽️  ARGO DINES OUT

Thursday, 3/13, join the Argo PTA at Mendocino Farms to eat, connect, and make a difference!  50% of the proceeds will come back directly to Argo PTA.  Questions? Email fundraise@argonautpta.org 

👟 GIRLS ON THE RUN - FREE TRIAL

3rd, 4th, or 5th grade girls can try out a FREE practice session. Visit the PTA website for more information and to register. Questions? Email girlsontherun@argonautpta.org

👟 VIRTUAL MARATHON REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Each participant will have the entire month of April to complete the 26.2 miles and win prizes. Registration is free!  Donate $40 per participant to help cover costs and receive a marathon t-shirt. Visit the PTA website for more information and to register!  Questions? Email marathon@argonautpta.org

Deadline for t-shirt orders and family sponsorships is Wednesday 3/19.

Do you own or know a business interested in sponsoring the marathon? Visit the PTA website for more information and to sponsor or donate.

DISABILITY AWARENESS - PARENT INFO NIGHT

It Takes All of Us

March 27, 2025

5:30-6:30 pm

Argonaut Elementary School MPR

The District invites all SUSD families to 'It Takes All of Us,' an engaging evening focused on fostering empathy and understanding. Through interactive activities and personal stories, you'll gain valuable insights and practical tools for conversations with your children. Join us as we build a more inclusive community!

 

ARGO GARDEN

STOP THE ARGO GARDEN FROM CLOSING!

Are you (or a family member) free from 12:15pm-1:25pm, one day a week?  The Argo Garden needs you!  You do not need to know ANYTHING about gardening.  We are asking someone in our Argo community to step up next year to help the kids explore the garden.  This can be any family member that has been cleared by the district (grandparents welcome).  The current garden docent will walk you through the garden volunteer steps.  The Argo Garden is a creative and forgiving place.  The minimum work is 1 hour a week, it can be anything you want beyond that!  The kids enjoy watering, raking, planting, and tending the fairy garden.  Please consider supporting our students and their creative outlet in the garden.  Volunteer or questions, please email admin-garden@argonautpta.org.

Requirements:

  • One hour a week, 12:15pm-1:25pm (weather depending). The day can be discussed with the garden support teacher.
  • Meet and communicate with the garden support teacher.
  • Assist the teacher and kids in watering, weeding, raking, planting.
  • Open and close the garden after the lunch time gardening.  
  • Gather supplies on occasion, plants and soil, per the garden budget.

🌡️ FUNDRAISING UPDATE

🔥It’s getting hot in here! 🔥We’ve reached 85% of our annual fundraising goal! Your tax-deductible $195 per student Just Do It donation funds programs and events. Donate here, then 2x or 3x your donation with company match!

 

🤔DID YOU KNOW…

Your PTA donations and our Special Assemblies team are bringing the Extreme Science 2.0 show to Argonaut on Monday, 3/24 at 1:15 PM and 2:10 PM. Here’s a sneak preview!

David Hagerman has been performing his science assemblies for over 20 years. Though based in Branson, MO, David performs all over the country. Extreme Science 2.0 is a forty-five minute program including two performers, music and amazingly visual demonstrations:

 

  • 700,000 Volt Van de Graaff generator (VDG): (one of the largest you can find), it creates 10-15 inch lightening bolts and more than enough static to raise hair

  • Vortex Cannons: creates flying rings of fog 

  • Floating beach balls: thanks to the Bernoulli effect, we have flight

 

 


SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF) - Parent Workshop

As part of SEF's ongoing enrichment programs, Saratoga Education Foundation (SEF) is offering a series of workshops and seminars for parents and students of SUSD. The next one is on Monday, 3/17 with Mary Eschen  who will host a workshop that will cover a variety of parenting topics.  Mary is an ACC level coach and a former SUSD parent and has been lecturing and teaching practical parenting skills for over 10 years. Join Mary for a free, one-hour talk at Menlo Church (20455 Herriman Ave) at either 9:00am or 7:00pm at your convenience. Space is limited to, so please register to help us better plan for the event!


SARATOGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (SEF) - Donor Appreciation

There is still time to donate to SEF! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our students and the community. Please consider contributing so that we can reach our goal of raising $500,000. Review our latest newsletter to learn more about the budget and the programs that SEF plans to support. 

SAVE THE DATE: SEF is hosting a donor appreciation event on Saturday, 4/26 afternoon at the beautiful House Family Vineyard. Donors who contribute by Tuesday, 4/15 will receive an invitation and additional information about the Donor Appreciation Event. We hope to see you there! 


SARATOGA MUSIC BOOSTERS - PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Join us for the funnest & yummiest fundraiser of the year—the Pancake Breakfast! Don’t miss out on a morning filled with delicious freshly flipped pancakes, served with butter, syrup, sausages, fresh strawberries, and drinks like orange juice, milk, coffee, and tea. Enjoy live music performances while supporting a great cause!  

When: Sunday, May 4, 2025 (8am-12:30pm) Venue: Saratoga High School, 20300 Herriman Avenue, Saratoga, CA 9507 

Purchase tickets at https:// www.saratogamusicboosters.org/

SARATOGA HISTORICAL MUSEUM

Please become a member of the Saratoga Historical Museum! 

The mission of the Saratoga Historical Foundation is to preserve the unique history of Saratoga for the education and enjoyment of the community. Your dues and contributions fund our activities and help keep the Saratoga History Museum open. As a member you'll be informed of the many educational and social activities associated with the museum, such as lectures on California or local histories, new exhibits in the museum, and walking tours. The Educational Programs in the museum directly benefit Saratoga schools. Each year, 450-500 school children visit our Museum. They are 2nd, 3rd and some 5th graders.

The museum is located at 20450 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road, Saratoga. It's free to the general public and opens Friday through Sunday. Please use this link below to become a member or make donations.


Thank you for your support to the Saratoga Historical Museum!

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