Saltar's Point Otter News
10/23/25
Important Upcoming October Dates
10/27 - Make-Up Picture Day
10/27 - 10/31 Spirit Week - see flyer below for themes
10/29 - PTA Recess Takeover
Every Wednesday is ACE Day and students are released at 2:10 pm (except half days)
Helpful Links
Book Fair!
Last Day of our in person Book Fair is today!
Thursday 9 am - 6:30 pm.
Can't make it to the book fair in person? Check it out online from 10/20 - 11/2 at bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/saltarspointelemschool and get free shipping on book-only orders over $35.
Make-Up Picture Day is Monday, October 27th!
If your student needs a Make-Up Picture, ask the teacher to send your child for a picture. Please send them to school “Camera Ready” and make sure they bring their SMILE!
Make-Up pictures may be taken for 3 reasons:
1. Your student missed the previous school picture day
2. You want to purchase school pictures, but would prefer a new pose
3. You want a different picture in the yearbook (if applicable)
It's completely FREE to have your child photographed again. After Picture Day you'll receive an email link to see your child's new pictures, as well as their previous pictures.
No purchase required - Pay only if you order!
Questions: info@classactportraits.com
Smile On!
Spirit Week
Monday - Pajama Day
Tuesday - Backwards Day (wear your clothes backwards)
Wednesday - Recess Takeover & School Spirit Day - wear your Saltar's gear
Thursday - For Principal Appreciation Month - dress like Mr. Clauson or wear blue (his favorite color)
Friday - Character Day - Dress as your favorite character
Note from the Principal
Dear Saltar’s Point Families,
Thank you for attending our student-led conferences this week! We appreciate you taking the time to celebrate your child’s progress and growth. Our students were so proud to share their learning with you and to highlight the goals they are working toward. Your partnership makes a meaningful difference in their success.
As we look ahead, Halloween is Book Character Day! Students are invited to come to school dressed as their favorite book character. Costumes should be school appropriate, and we ask that students not wear masks or extreme make-up, as they need to remain easily recognizable throughout the day.
We can’t wait to see all the creative and literary-inspired outfits
--
Alex Clauson
Principal
Saltar's Point Elementary
From the PTA
Oct. 20-24th - Staff Appreciation & Conf. Week (Half days).
- We have a Sign-up Genius link for anyone who would like to contribute M-F
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084DA9A72EA5F4CE9-59091043-copy#/
Oct. 29th - Recess Takeover / Otterpops & School Spirit Day
Please be sure you are a cleared volunteer prior to signing up for any volunteer opportunities.
Conference Week Staff Treats
October 20-24
Monday - Grab & Go Items to grab throughout the week
Tuesday - Sandwich Day
Wednesday - Appetizer Day
Thursday - Soup & Salad Day
Friday - Grab & Go Treats
Allergy Awareness
October Lunch Menu
Community Flyers
Troop 62's 4th Annual Chopped Cook-Off
A friendly Halloween Themed Cooking Competition
When - October 30 @ 1830 - 2000
Where - Scout Hut @ 8094 NCO Beach Rd, JBLM WA 98433
RSVP - bsa.troop62.jblm@gmail.com
NW Community Church Trunk or Treat
Games, Trunks, Treats, and More
October 30, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
10402 Kline St SW, Lakewood WA 98499
Pumpkin Walk
Halloween Night - 5:30 pm - 7 pm
Steilacoom Museum and Orr Orchard
1811 Rainier Street
Volunteer Reminder
We would love to have you volunteer, if you are a new parent to the district please click on the link to get signed up to volunteer.
If you are a current volunteer in the district please contact the volunteer coordinator to make sure that Saltar's Point is added to your profile.
If your student is moving up to Pioneer Middle School make sure you reach out to our volunteer coordinator to have Pioneer added to your profile.