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6:00p Start of UW Youth & Teen Online Programs
Start of UW Youth & Teen Online Programs

Date:
Tuesday, March 25
Time:
6:00p - 8:00p

This online course is taught via Zoom video conferencing. 
Dates:  Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 25 โ€“ May 29, 6:00 p.m.โ€“ 7:30 p.m.

For more details and to register visit https://www.youth-teen.uw.edu/
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Somerset Dines Out - Panda Express
Somerset Dines Out - Panda Express

Date:
Wednesday, March 26
Where:
Factoria Mall

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6:00p Stem Night
Stem Night

Date:
Wednesday, March 26
Time:
6:00p - 8:00p

More info to follow...
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6:00p Emergency Make up day Regular School Day
Emergency Make up day Regular School Day

Date:
Friday, March 28
Time:
6:00p - 8:00p

Our first make up day for the November Cyclone Bomb emergency school closure will be March 28th for all staff and students.
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All About Chess Tournament
All About Chess Tournament

Date:
Sunday, March 30
Where:
Somerset

Register at Chessreg.com

Time TBD
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6:00p Parent Education Session: Disaster Preparedness with Bellevue CERT
Parent Education Session: Disaster Preparedness with Bellevue CERT

Date:
Wednesday, April 2
Time:
6:00p - 8:00p

In partnership with Odle PTSA, Bellevue CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is offering parent education program that trains volunteers in disaster preparedness and basic response skills. 

Dates: Wednesday March 5th, April 2nd, May 7th '2025
Time: 6:00-7:30 pm
Where: Odle Middle School, Commons  502 143rd Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA  98007

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKse79R4SEUKJKKpJ5smmVu_VaUPWO_--tygHh-RfqTa_aPA/viewform?pli=1
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6:00p Experience Shen Yun and Support Our School!
Experience Shen Yun and Support Our School!

Date:
Thu 4/3 - Sun 4/6
Time:
6:00p - 8:00p

How it Works
Step 1: Buy tickets between now and April 6, 2025 
Tickets here: https://www.shenyun.com/seattle/city/seattle?_tuid=71b130d1-4ab5-5049-024d-393a862bca36
Step 2: Using the following promo code to waive ticjeting free and ensure your purshase supports the school SES25
Shen Ticketing Hotline: 888-633-6999
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6:00p Experience Shen Yun and Support Our School!
Experience Shen Yun and Support Our School!

Date:
Thu 4/3 - Sun 4/6
Time:
6:00p - 8:00p

How it Works
Step 1: Buy tickets between now and April 6, 2025 
Tickets here: https://www.shenyun.com/seattle/city/seattle?_tuid=71b130d1-4ab5-5049-024d-393a862bca36
Step 2: Using the following promo code to waive ticjeting free and ensure your purshase supports the school SES25
Shen Ticketing Hotline: 888-633-6999
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6:00p Experience Shen Yun and Support Our School!
Experience Shen Yun and Support Our School!

Date:
Thu 4/3 - Sun 4/6
Time:
6:00p - 8:00p

How it Works
Step 1: Buy tickets between now and April 6, 2025 
Tickets here: https://www.shenyun.com/seattle/city/seattle?_tuid=71b130d1-4ab5-5049-024d-393a862bca36
Step 2: Using the following promo code to waive ticjeting free and ensure your purshase supports the school SES25
Shen Ticketing Hotline: 888-633-6999
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STEM NIGHT
SOMERSET PTSA'S STEM NIGHT
 
We need volunteers! One of the main things that would have made Winterfest better per the after-event survey was the need for more volunteers. Please do your part and pick a 30-minute time slot to give back to our PTSA so we can make these programs possible!
 
Get ready for an exciting night of hands-on STEM exploration at Somerset Elementary PTSA's STEM Night! Whether you love robots, coding, math, science, or engineering, there’s something for everyone! โœจ
This FREE family event is packed with STEM fun—bring your young scientists, engineers, and innovators! โœจ

๐Ÿ“… When? Wednesday, March 26th
๐Ÿ“Where? Somerset Elementary Cafeteria & Gym (14100 Somerset Blvd, Bellevue, WA 98006)
โฐ Time? 6:15 PM - 8:00 PM – You must register here for your entrance time.
๐Ÿค Volunteer - We need your help to make this all possible, we need volunteers to help with the check-in table, concessions, set-up/clean-up, and to be a runner between vendors. Please click here to signup and find out more info about the volunteer spots.

๐Ÿ”Ž What’s Happening?
๐Ÿงฌ Genetics & You – Learn how DNA shapes your traits and create your own gene necklace to take home
๐ŸŽถ Sound in Action – See sound waves come to life and build a mini instrument to take home
๐Ÿ’ป Coding & Robotics – Try coding activities and drive real robots
๐Ÿงช Hands-On Science – Make instant snow, explore circuits, and more
๐Ÿ“ Math & Engineering Challenges – Solve fun, interactive problems
๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ 3D Printing & Innovation – Watch real-world STEM in action ๐ŸŽฎ Game Design & Development – Explore how games are made and create your own
๐Ÿ”ฎ Magic of Science – Experience mind-blowing experiments that look like magic but are powered by real science
๐Ÿ„ Mushroom Science – Discover the amazing role of fungi in nature through hands-on activities … and more!

DINNER ON STEM NIGHT
  • We have made dinner easy for you, Dine Out with Somerset at Panda Express!
  • Preorder and pick up before or after Stem Night. Use code 3836445 or show the flyer from the PTSA website.
 There will be limited concessions for purchase:
  • Please make sure to bring small bills. We will not be making change.
  • You will have an option to pay vial QR code through PayPal. In order to use the QR code you will need to have the PayPal App and PayPal account.
SUPPORT THIS EVENT
  • This is a free event and is supported by your donations! Please donate at the event so the PTSA can host more events like this.
  • You will have an opportunity to make a donation to the PTSA in exchange for a piece of classic Spirit Wear. There are limited number of t-shirts and hats in kids and adult sizes and adult zipper hoodies. All can be donated back to the PTSA for staff and teachers and/or to be used in the clinic.

We can’t wait to see you there!
๐Ÿš€ Somerset Elementary PTSA

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GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Nominating Committee and Next Year's Executive Committee: We are looking for the next Somerset Elementary School PTSA Executive Committee! We are currently seeking the Nominating Committee for next year. We need three PTSA members to step forward to serve on the Somerset PTSA Nominating Committee. For more information on this position, please click here. If you are interested in serving, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Presidents or any individual Executive Committee Member to find out more information.  -"Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, What are you doing for others?” — Martin Luther King, Jr.

 

SUPPORT SOMERSET PTSA 

GIVE: As we reflect on the importance of giving back, we invite you to consider supporting Somerset PTSA through your charitable donations. Whether you’re making a year-end gift or selecting a cause to honor a loved one, your contribution directly impacts our students and enriches our school community. When you choose to support our PTSA, you're not just making a donation—you are making a direct difference in your child’s education. Together, we can create a brighter future for our children. All donations are tax deductible, subject to IRS regulations. Donate here today.

SUPERSTAR Spiritwear: Have you checked out our new designs and options? Click here to order you Spiritwear. Somerset PTSA receives a portion of each sale.
 
Does Your Vehicle Need a Wash to Remove all the Salt and De-icer Splashing from our Roads? Purchase your Brown Bear Car Wash here. Somerset PTSA earns $9 per ticket purchase.
 
Preserve those Precious Moments: Preorder  your child’s yearbook here today.

 

WE NEED YOUR HELP

VOLUNTEERS MAKE SOMERSET PTSA HAPPEN

Volunteer: Reach Out Here for more info on the Positions Below

Executive Committee: VP of Ways and Means (fundraising) 1-positions open

After School Programs Chair. The chair is responsible for vetting new programs, negotiating the contract with the vendor, helping set-up the schedule, finding chairs and volunteers, drafting and editing the program descriptions. Commitment approximately 10-20 hours a week (from home) during the program vetting and negotiating process (approx. a 3 week span), once chairs are found for the programs the time commitment significantly reduces. There may be a limited number of at school hours when the winter and spring programs begin.

Birthday Fun Run Chair: Once a month (see dates here), 1 hour at school, give volunteers directions for the event, provide decoration box from PTSA closet, hand out runner badge and pencils 

Passport Club Chair: please click here for more information

Website Exploration Committee: 2-3 tech motivated parents (Yes - we are looking at you start-up, google, microsoft, meta, UW CS parents) We need to move our website, do you work in Tech, have website building experience, we need you!

Auction Committee: Job Descriptions

 

 

 


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Our mission is to support the education, health, and welfare of each and every child at Somerset Elementary School. As part of the Washington State PTA, we are a nonprofit membership association bringing together the home, school, and community on behalf of our children.