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Wyngate PTA Cultural Arts Calendar 2018 – 2019

Monday, October 1: Title: Billy B The Natural Science Song and Dance Man Description: A Billy B. show is kinetic learning – from mimicking the slide of tectonic plates with legitimate “moonwalking” to pretending to be photosynthesizing leaves, Billy B. and kids all over the country have sung and danced

Look for Wyngate gear at Friday’s picnic!

Our annual back-to-school picnic is just two days away (Friday, Sept. 7, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.).   We know you (hopefully!) already pre-ordered dinner, but be sure to have some cash on hand so you can pick up Wyngate swag! The PTA will be selling car magnets, tumblers, pencils, dog toys,

The MCPS Checklist: Getting Ready for the 2018-2019 School Year

  http://news.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/quicknotes/checklist-getting-ready-2018-2019-school-year/   Parents, it’s the start of a new school year! Here is a checklist of things to help make sure you are equipped with the information you need to have a successful year:   Sign up for the myMCPS parent portal! myMCPS is a web-based system that allows parents

Welcome Back! A Letter from Mr. Wiebe

Wyngate Elementary School Welcome Back! 2018-2019   August 2018 Dear Wyngate Students and Families, I hope that you continue to enjoy your summer with family and friends!  We have been busy preparing for your arrival.  I am so excited to welcome everyone back to Wyngate in August and to continue

Wyngate Spring Fair-RESCHEDULED

The Wyngate PTA Spring Fair is being RESCHEDULED because of the rainy forecast!    It will NOT be on June 2, 2018.  Please check back to see rescheduled date (which will likely be June 9, 2018) —————————————————————————————————- Please Consider Helping Out at the WYNGATE PTA SPRING FAIR!  Sign up to DONATE

Welcome Wyngate Kindergarten Class of 2018!

The Wyngate PTA Joins The Rest of Thehool in Welcoming Our Kindergarten Class of 2018! Helpful Links for Wyngate Families! Wyngate Elementary Frequently Asked Questions! Order Wyngate Spiritwear! Before/Aftercare Information Join the PTA! Join the PTA Email Listserve!

Wyngate’s Got Talent-Friday, April 20, 2018 from 6:30pm to 9pm

 You are invited to enjoy Wynate Students Perform at Wyngate’s Got Talent! Sponsored by the Wyngate PtA Friday, April 20, 2018 from 6:30pm to 9pm at Wyngate The show is a Stage Program of instrumental, Vocal, and Dance Performances by students in the All Purpose Room.  The Exhibition is a

ALL Wyngate Families invited to the Science Fair!

All Wyngate Students and their families are invited to tour  Wyngate student Science Fair Projects, enjoy a Mad Science Presentation, and support the 5th Grade Bake Sale/Pizza /Sale at the WYNGATE PTA SCIENCE FAIR Date:February 22, 2018 Time:  7:00 PM – 8:30 P Where:  Wyngate All Purpose Room and Gym

Wyngate Science Fair 2018

Wyngate Science Fair 2018 Ever wondered why?  *  Ever wondered what?  *   Ever wondered who?  *  Ever wondered how?    Ever wondered where?  *  Ever wondered when? Find your answers by doing a Science Fair project this year!  February 22, 2018 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Think up a question, test your hypothesis,

End-of-the-Year Direct Donation to the Wyngate PTA

Three Ways to Support the Wyngate PTA Direct Donation Campaign!   1) Go to https://wyngatepta.com/?page_id=2016 Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the Donate button. You’ll have the option to submit payment via PayPal or credit card.   2) By sending a check (made payable to Wyngate PTA)

Scholastic Book Fair at Wyngate-

Wyngate PTA Scholastic Book Fair in the Wyngate Media Center November 27, 2017  to December 1, 2017 Reading is vital to every child’s success.  Please join us as we celebrate books and support literacy efforts in school and at home.   The Book Fair is a wonderful opportunity to engage with

Multicultural Night-Thursday, October 19th from 7pm to 8:30pm

    Come to Wyngate’s PTA’s Multicultural Night on Thursday evening, October 19, 2017 from 7ppm to 8:30pm  in the Wygate All Purpose Room!   We will have 17 countries representing our community! Bring your family to come learn about Wyngate’s cultural diversity and the world.  We look forward to seeing

Fun Run Parent Volunteers Needed!

  Wyngtae PTA FUN RUN Parent Volunteers Needed!             The annual Wyngate ES Fun Run is scheduled for the morning of Friday October 13, and we are expecting 744 huge smiles to cross the finish line.  This event is all about supporting our young students in this fun and and

Wyngate Directory Sign-Up Information!

  Will you be in the 2017-2018 printed WYNGATE SCHOOL DIRECTORY?  If you verified your online information, the answer is YES!                                 If you have not verified your information yet,          

Welcome to the 2017-2018 School Year!

The Wyngate PTA joins the rest of the Wyngate community in welcoming all students to the 2017-2018 School Year!   An extra special welcome goes out to all new Wyngate families (including new Kindergarten Families and Families new to the area)! Helpful Links for Wyngate Families! Wyngate Elementary Frequently Asked Questions! Order Wyngate Spiritwear!

Welcome Kindergarten Families!

The Wyngate PTA joins the rest of the Wyngate community in welcoming all students to the 2017-2018 School Year!   A special welcome goes out to all new Wyngate families (including new Kindergarten Families and Families new to the area)! Helpful Links for Wyngate Families! Wyngate Elementary Frequently Asked Questions!

A few PTA Chairpersons Needed for 2017/2018 School Year!

  A few Chairpersons Still Needed for 2017/2018 School Year! We are so excited to have so many new Board Members and Co-Chairs joining the PTA Leadership for the 2017-2018 School Year!  We still have openings for a few more Chairpersons!  Our remaining openings, and descriptions of the open  positions

Help Make the Spring Fair A Success!

  Consider Helping Out at the Wyngate Spring Fair!  Sign up to DONATE A CAKE to the Cake Walk  by clicking  here!  Adult Volunteers (parents, grandparents, etc) can sign up to volunteer at the fair here ! High Schoolers and Middle Schoolers can sign up here to volunteer at the Spring Fair (and earn SSL

Wyngate Spirit Wear Sale!

Wyngate Spring Spirit Wear Sale Starts Friday, April 21!! Be on the lookout for the Spirit Wear flyer in your child’s backpack. Order Spirit Wear online at www.wyngatespiritwear.com between April 21st and May 8th and receive FREE SHIPPING. There are many items to choose from: t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, sweatpants, tote

2017/2018 Wyngate PTA Leadership/Chairperson Openings!

     *The Wyngate PTA has Chairperson Openings for the                         2017 to 2018 School Year!*                Being a PTA Chairperson or Committee Member is a great way to get involved with the school and

Earn Rewards for Wyngate While You Shop!

  Make sure your purchases are earning money for Wyngate! Its not too late to earn WynBucks for Wyngate!!!  Please link your loyalty cards to Wyngate today! Friends and relatives are welcome too! Amazon: Earn Wynbucks through Amazon Smiles! Register at smile.amazon.com. Search and select Wyngate Elementary PTA or Wyngate Elementary

February 7th County Council Meeting in Rockville

                             Tuesday, February 7th County Council Meeting in Rockville                                            (same time as Wyngate PTA’s General Meeting)

Box Tops for Education!

    Thank you again for continuing to clip and collect Box Tops for Education. In the fall, Wyngate earned $310 for our school. This is FREE money to support our PTA’s amazing programming throughout the year! It is almost time for our spring submission (yes, I said “spring”), so

WJ Booster Club’s Used Book Fair

  Come to the WJ Used Book Fair Donate Books too! The Walter Johnson Booster Club needs donations to make the WJ Used Book Sale a success! We will be taking donations of books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, and new this year, Just bring your boxes/bags/carts/ wagons full of books,

PTA Board and Chairs Needed for the 2017/2018 School Year!

    It is not too early to start thinking about becoming part of the Wyngate PTA Leadership for the 2017/2018 School Year!   There are many openings that need to be filled! Feel free to click on the list of this year’s Board and Chairs to learn about what types of

Science Fair-February 23rd!

  Wyngate PTA Science Fair             Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 7pm to 8:30pm     Attention Wyngate Students: Consider Signing up to display an exhibit at the Wyngate PTA Science Fair! Think up a question, do some research and test your hypothesisby doing an experiment. Collect data, write up your

Save the Date-BINGO NIGHT!

SAVE THE DATE!   Wyngate PTA Bingo Night! Saturday, January 21, 2017 Wyngate APR 5pm to 7pm  Friends   *    Family    *     Fun     *    Games   *    Food    Sign Up info and Potomac Pizza Pre-Order details coming soon! A Flyer will be

WE CARES Winter Clothing Drive

WE CARES Winter Clothing Drive December 5 to 9, 2016   As the cold weather sets in, many local refugee families are in need of warm winter clothing.  The PTA’s Wyngate Elementary Cares (WE Care) program will be hosting a winter clothing drive from December 5-9.  A clothing donation box will be placed

Wyngate PTA Scholastic Book Fair

  Wyngate PTA Scholastic Book Fair in the Wyngate Media Center December 5th  through December 8th. Reading is vital to every child’s success. Please join us as we celebrate books and support literacy efforts in school and at home.   The Book Fair is a wonderful opportunity to engage with

PTA Spnsored Cultural Arts Assemblies for the 2016/2017 School Year

Wyngate Elementary School Cultural Arts Assemblies School Year 2016-17   ILLSTYLE: The  History of Hip Hop – October 27, 2016 Illstyle, a hip hop group based in Philadelphia will wow the Wyngate Wildcats with both their amazing dance moves and positive messages.  The group has worked with Boys II Men,

November 19th Wyngate PTA Skate Night at Cabin John Ice Rink

Looking for a great way for the entire family to get some exercise with all your Wyngate friends — at no charge?   Join us on Saturday, November 19, for an evening of free skating fun at Cabin John Ice Rink, sponsored by the Wyngate PTA. We’ll zip around the

Wyngate Book Fair-December 5 to 9!

Wyngate’s Scholastic Book Fair The annual Wyngate Elementary Scholastic Book Fair  is right around the corner, scheduled for December 5th to 8th.  .  We need your help to make it the most successful ever.  Volunteers are still needed for all shifts.  Please visit the following link to sign up today: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080c45aea728a57-wyngate2

Wyngate Afternoon at the Movies

  WYNGATE PTA’s AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES! TROLLS! (in 2D) Saturday, November 5th at 4pm * *Theater Opens at 3:30pm $13 Per Ticket for Children and Adults                Regal Bethesda 10 at 7272 Wisconsin Ave.                     Discounted garage parking with theater validation. All tickets are in advance and held at Will Call. Email [email protected] to pay

WE CARES Sandwich Making on October 21st!

Please join the Wyngate PTA’s WE CARES Committee on Friday, October 21 from 8:15-8:50am for sandwich making to benefit area homeless. You and your child can sign-up to help assemble sandwiches for Bethesda Cares, a community outreach program.  Bethesda Cares responds with compassion and creativity to help the homeless and persons in

Free Shipping on Wyngate Spiritwear October 14 through 28!

Order Wyngate Spirit Wear online at www.wyngatespiritwear.com  between October 14-28, 2016 and receive FREE SHIPPING.    There are many of items to choose from: t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, sweatpants, tote bags, and much more!  Customize your spirit wear by choosing from a variety of apparel colors and Wyngate logo options, or you

New Wyngate Talent Show Date-March 31

“Wyngate’s Got Talent,” where students showcase their talent in Stage Performances at this evening event, has a NEW DATE! The New Date is Friday, March 31st!    Please mark your calendars!! You will receive for more details and sign up information in Feburary, 2017!

Sign Up to Represent a Country at Wyngate’s October 20th Multicultural Night!

You are invited to celebrate Wyngate’s international and multicultural community with us! In the past year(s) families showcased Argentina, Bangladesh, Brazil, China, Colombia, Denmark, El Salvador, France, Germany, Japan, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Nicaragua, Russia, Scotland, Spain, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Turkey, Trinidad, Uruguay, Venezuela, and Wales. If

Link your Rewards Cards to Earn Wynbucks!

Did you know that purchases you’re already making can earn Wynbucks for Wyngate! The following companies will send a portion of your purchases to Wyngate Elementary School if you link your account/loyalty card number to the school.  Funds go directly to the school and are used to purchase needed items

Final Call for Directory!

Last Call for inclusion in the Wyngate Directory! If you would like to be included in the 2016/2017 Wyngate directory, you must verify your information in the online database to be included. If you have not done this yet, please look for an email from [email protected] to find your login

Volunteer to help at the October 7th Fun Run!

The Annual Wyngate Fun Run   will be held the morning of   Friday, October 7, 2016   (during the school day)!    This is a fantastic event that fosters friendship, fun and fitness among all Wyngate students.     The Kindergarten classes will run 1/4 mile     and all

Please join us for the Annual Wyngate Back to School Picnic!

It’s hard to say goodbye to summer, but there’s lots to look forward to as the new school year begins. We hope you’ll join your Wyngate friends at the back-to-school picnic, Thursday, Sept. 1, from 5 to 7 p.m., behind the school. Returning families know that this is a great

Have a Great Summer!

 The Wyngate PTA wishes all of you a great summer! Congratulations to all Wyngate Students on a great 2015/2016 School Year!  A special congratulations goes out to our 5th Graders who are moving on to Middle School in the fall!!! Best Wishes also to Ms. Barbara Leister, who is retiring

Helping out at the June 18th Wyngate Spring Fair!

  We have a new Spring Fair Date!      It is June 18th from 11am to 4pm.  Here are some opportunities to help out! Donate a Cake Due to expected rain the Spring Fair has been moved to Saturday June 18. But we would still love your cake(s) just at a

Welcome Wyngate Kindergarten Class of 2016/2017!

  The Wyngate PTA joins the rest of the Wyngate Community in welcoming the Kindergarten Class of 2016/2017 (and their families) to Kindergarten Orientation on May 2nd and May 3rd! Helpful Links for Families New to Wyngate: Wyngate Frequently Asked Questions for New Families  Join the PTA Listserve! Order Wyngate

April and May Meetings

The following are some important meetings coming up!  Please plan on attending!  We appreciate your support! Date Title of Meeting Place Explanation of Meeting Tues.,April 19 at 7pm Wyngate Principal Selction Meeting Wyngate Media Center Dr. Sarah Sirgo, MCPS Director of School Support and Improvement, will be talking about the

Wyngate’s Got Talent-Friday, April 29th from 6:30pm to 9pm!

“Wyngate’s Got Talent” Show* The Wyngate Elementary Community is invited to watch Wyngate students showcase their talents in stage performances! When:  Friday, April 29th from 6:30pm to 9pm Where:  Wyngate All Purpose Room If you are participating in the talent show, click here to view participant instructions and deadlines! Please plan on

Wyngate Spring Fair-May 21 from 11am to 4pm

  The Wyngate Spring Fair is Saturday, May 21 from 11am to 4pmat Wyngate Elementary! Join your neighbors and school friends at the Spring Fair, a fun  Wyngate Tradition! There will be Games, Rides, Moon Bounces, Food Trucks, Cake Walk, DJ, Prizes and Much More! Adults can sign up to

April 19th-Wyngate School Principal Selection Meeting

The Wyngate Elementary School Parent Community is invited to The Wyngate Principal Selection Process Meeting hosted by Sarah Sirgo, Phd MCPS Acting Director of School Support and Improvement on Tuesday, April 19th at 7pm in the Media Canter!  Please refer to the Letter from Dr. Sirgo  and the  Wyngate Principal Selection Meeting Flyer for

Wyngate Afternoon at the Movies-March 5th!

All Wyngate families are invited to a private screening of the upcoming Disney animated comedy-adventure film  Zootopia  on Saturday, March 5th, 2015 at 4:30pm at the Regal Bethesda.See the Event Flyer  for more information and to sign up !  

February 18th Wyngate Science Fair will include Bake Sale and Mad Science!

All Wyngate Students, Families and Staff are invited to the Wyngate Science Fair on Thursday, February 18th from 7pm to 8:30pm at Wyngate!   ♦See what Science Experiments Wyngate students have done and learn about their findings! ♦Conduct your own experiment or interview a scientist and display your findings! ♦Buy

Bingo Night is ON!

Wyngate PTA Bingo is ON for this Saturday night (January 30th).    MCPS has announced that school buildings will be open for community use this weekend. Click here to view the Bingo Flyer! This event is sold out and there is a waiting list.   Drive safely!   

Wyngate PTA Bingo Night

Saturday evening, January 30th (from 5pm to 7pm), is our Annual Wyngate PTA Bingo Night!!!!   Flyers went home with student this week, so check those backpacks. Read more about this fun event by clicking on the  BINGO FLYER. The Bingo Registration Form and Pizza Order form can be found

Updated Wyngate PTA Calendar

The 2015 to 2016 Wyngate PTA Calendar has been updated to reflect the new Wyngate’s Got Talent Arts Exhibition date (which is now April 29, 2016).  It is a great resource where you can see all PTA events on one page.   You can download the updated calendar here

Wyngate Families: Please show your support for WJ Cluster Overcrowding!

A huge area of concern for families within our Walter Johnson school cluster is the increase in residential development in the area and its future impact on our schools– this includes Rock Spring, Grosvenor Heights, Toll Brothers WMAL radio tower site, Pike and Rose, and White Flint, in addition to

October 9, 2015 Newsletter

Volunteers Still Needed for Oct. 9th Morning Fun Run During School!

Wyngate students, their teachers, and parent volunteers will be participating in the Wyngate Fun Run this Friday, October 9th (in the morning)!  Parent Volunteers are still needed to run with students, cheer them on, and be sidewalk monitors! Please visit the Sign-Up Genius to sign up to volunteer!   Kindergarten classes

Wyngate Loyalty Card Program–Updated!

WYNBUCKS   Last week we announced the Wyngate Loyalty Card Program: WYNBUCKS. Since many have bonus cards with local retailers, the PTA has arranged for certain retailers to donate a portion of your purchases directly back to Wyngate. Each year these funds are useful in supporting various programming. In the

Multicultural Night–Coming Soon!

    WYNGATE’S PTA MULTICULTURAL NIGHT is on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 FROM 6:30PM TO 8:30PM! Please consider showcasing a culture at this great event! See flyer for more details!    

Back to School Picnic – 9/10/15 @ 5pm

Join the Wyngate PTA and your friends, old and new at the annual… BACK-TO-SCHOOL PICNIC WHEN: Thursday, September 10, 2015, 5 p.m. ‐ 7 p.m. WHERE: Wyngate Elementary (back field) WHAT: Dinner! Bring a blanket and a picnic, or preorder pizza, subs and salads on the order form (attached). PREORDERS

An Exciting 2015-16 New School Year Ahead

PTA DIRECT DONATION CAMPAIGN: COMMIT TO THE CLASSROOM The PTA is excited to begin the 2015-16 year. In our PTA surveys in previous years, an overwhelming majority of families indicated that they’d prefer to make a one-time financial contribution to the Wyngate PTA, rather than buy wrapping paper and gifts. Well,

Wyngate School Directory Advertising – DON’T MISS OUT

Reserve your ad space in the 2015-16 Wyngate School Directory now! Advertising in the directory is an ideal way to reach parents of Wyngate students. The directory is packed with valuable data like family contact info, important school dates, class rosters, as well as a listing of sponsors recognized as neighborhood partners because a

Amazon Loyalty Program 2015

To help supplement the Direct Donation Campaign and to support the PTA’s operating budget, the PTA has created an Amazon loyalty program. Support the Wyngate PTA when you shop online and a percentage of your purchase will go to the PTA!  You must use this link or click on the banner ad