Welcome back, Imai families! We hope your Winter break was filled with rest, relaxation, and just the right amount of adventure. We look forward to an eventful Spring trimester!

THIS WEEK’s HIGHLIGHTS:

• Walkathon: Online registration is open through 3/9

• Yearbook Cover Design Contest: submit entries by 3/23

• Children’s Business Fair Interest Form Due TODAY 2/27 (website: https://sites.google.com/mvwsd.org/childrensbusinessfair) 

• Destination Imagination Update

• Upcoming Events:

• [Sat. 3/14] Walkathon

• *New* [Wed. 3/18] PTA General Association Meeting - This meeting will be in-person at the Imai Staff Room, from 7-8PM. We will go over our usual agenda and budget updates, as well as vote in the new PTA Board. Come meet the team!

• [Thu. 3/26] Imai Open House

• [Fri. 3/27] Principal’s Coffee: Getting Ready for CAASPP State Testing (Gr. 3-5). Join Principal Siam at 8:30AM in the Imai Staff Room.

• [Sat. 4/18] MVEF Gala

• [Sat. 5/2] Children’s Business Fair

• NexTrex Plastic Recycling: Bring acceptable items to the school bins. Everything must be DRY and CLEAN.

• March Auction Parties Sign-up (list of events with open spots below)

• [Reminders]

• Teacher Service Day 3/20 - No School

Read below for additional details…

WALKATHON UPDATES

• Registration: Thank you to the 246 walkers who already signed up!

• It’s not too late to register online! T-shirts are included in every sign-up by Mar 9 but sizes are not guaranteed. It also helps your child’s class get closer to winning our popsicle contest!

• Current standings:

• 76% – Ms. Chesley, K

• 73% – Ms. McCullough, 2nd & Mr. Mello, 4th (tied)

• 67% – Ms. Lumidao, 2nd

• 64% – Ms. Luongo/Ms. McClellan, 3rd

• Fundraising: Walkers have the chance to complete laps and raise funds for PTA programs. 

• All personalized fundraising page emails have been sent out if you requested one at registration.

• If you did not get an email or need one set up, reach out to walkathon2@imaipta.org and a Walkathon committee member can help.

• There are no obligations to meet the goals you set, but the more your raise, the more prizes the students will earn.

• Raise $50 → get a Free Recess Pass

• Raise $100 → get a pack of Glow in the Dark Stars (AND recess pass)

• Raise $250 → get a Supernova Snack—Astronaut Ice Cream (AND the previous prizes)

• Raise $500 → get a Sparkly Glitter Lamp, a chance to spray whip cream on Principal Siam at the Walkathon, AND everything else mentioned!

• Volunteering: The Walkathon is one of our biggest events and it takes a village to make it happen. To keep things running smoothly and safely, we’re asking every attending family to contribute one hour of their time during the event. Please consider SIGNING UP FOR A SHIFT!

• Check out Imai PTA’s Walkathon page for all the details.

YEARBOOK COVER DESIGN CONTEST

• This year's theme is: On the Sails of Your Dreams 🌊⛵️⚓️🏴‍☠️🛳️

• Entries can be dropped off at the school office.

• *Please Read!* Artwork Submission Guidelines on the Imai PTA Yearbook page.

• Q’s? Email yearbook@imaipta.org

• We encourage all students to participate and see their designs light up the pages!

• Don’t forget to order your yearbook and upload photos taken this school year to this Google folder.

DESTINATION IMAGINATION UPDATE

• This past weekend, five teams of 3rd–5th graders proudly represented our school at the Destination Imagination regional tournament, where every part of each project—ideas, stories, costumes, sets, props, and structures—is created entirely by the students. These students have been working since the beginning of the school year, and we’re thrilled to share that four of the five teams advanced to the state tournament in April—an incredible accomplishment! We’re very proud of all our teams and a huge thank you to all the parent volunteers whose time and support made this possible. And a special shout out to Daryl Puryear who supported this program from start to finish!

• We also held an assembly on Tuesday where the teams showcased portions of their performances and creations—be sure to ask your 2nd–5th grader about it! If your child is interested in participating next year, you can join our mailing list here: https://forms.gle/eqHVtv994B11T7k69 and attend an information session in August.

• More info about Destination Imagination can be found on their website.

MARCH AUCTION PARTIES AVAILABLE FOR SIGN UP

• Some fun auction events to add some sparkle to your Spring days!

• [2nd-5th] Scavenger Showdown (Sun, 3/1)

• [Adults] Journaling with Mrs. Siam (Fri, 3/6)

• [Kinder] Jedi & Huntrix Training Academy (Sat, 3/7)

• [1st] Imai Potion Masters (Thu, 3/12)

• [Adults] Grown Up Game Night! (Fri, 3/13)

• [2nd, 3rd] Spring Park Adventure & Easter Egg Hunt Party! (Sun, 3/15)

• [All] 2nd Annual Pickleball Championship (Sat, 3/21)

• [3rd-5th] Epic Kid Games (Thu, 3/26)

• [TK-2nd] Imai Unbirthday Party (Sat, 3/28)

• [1st-5th] Mom & Daughter Afternoon Tea Party (Sat, 3/28)

• [Adults] The Big Mediterranean Alumni Party (Sat, 3/28)

• Sign up here: https://paybee.io/@imaipta@52

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