Ambler November Newsletter

Welcome to November! As the leaves continue to fall and the air turns crisp, we’re thankful for our wonderful students and families who make our school community so special. This month is full of learning, gratitude, and togetherness—let’s make it a great one!

Week of November 2nd - 6th

Monday, November 2nd: PD Day, No School for Students

Tuesday, November 3rd: Election Day, No School

Wednesday, November 4th: All Names Due for Veterans Day Wall and Slideshow, Archery Club (extra practice for tournament), Art Club

Thursday, November 5th: YAMS, Running Club

Friday, November 6th: PTO Hat Day, Archery Club 3D tournament at Walhalla High School

Saturday, November 7th: Archery Club Bullseye tournament at Walhalla High School

Week of November 9th - 13th

Monday, November 9th: Fall Makeup Pictures, Good News Club

Tuesday, November 10th: Chorus, NO Archery Club (setting up for Veterans Day Program)

Wednesday, November 11th: Progress Reports Go Home, Veterans Day Program (1 p.m.), Art Club

Thursday, November 12th: 2nd Grade Field Trip to Happy Cow Creamery, YAMS, Running Club, PTO Skate Night

Friday, November 13th:

Week of November 16th - 20th

Monday, November 16th: Thanksgiving Food Drive, Good News Club

Tuesday, November 17th: Thanksgiving Food Drive, 5th Grade Field Trip, Chorus, Archery Club

Wednesday, November 18th: Thanksgiving Food Drive, Wyatt Wednesday, Art Club

Thursday, November 19th: Thanksgiving Food Drive, YAMS, Running Club

Friday, November 20th: Thanksgiving Food Drive, All Pro Dad

Week of November 23rd - 27th

**NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK!

Week of November 30th - December 4th

Monday, November 30th: Winter i-Ready Window Opens, PTO Santa Shop, Good News Club

Tuesday, December 1st: i-Ready Testing, PTO Santa Shop, Chorus, Archery Club

Wednesday, December 2nd: i-Ready Testing, PTO Santa Shop, Art Club

Thursday, December 3rd: i-Ready Testing, PTO Santa Shop, YAMS, Running Club

Friday, December 4th: i-Ready Testing, PTO Santa Shop, 4th Grade Field Trip, PTO Hat Day

November’s Character Ed focus is GRATITUDE! 🍂 During November, we’ll focus on being thankful, showing appreciation, and recognizing the people and blessings in our lives as we continue Growing Stronger Together!

🗳️ No School – November 2nd & 3rd!

Reminder, Ambler families! Students will not have school on Monday, November 2nd, or Tuesday, November 3rd. As we approach Election Day, we encourage everyone to exercise their right to vote and make their voice heard! Your vote matters!

🎩 PTO Hat Day – Friday, November 6th! 🧢

Hats off to supporting our school! Students can bring $1 on Friday, November 6th, to wear their favorite hat and support our PTO. It's a fun and easy way to show your school spirit while giving back to Ambler! 💙

📸 Picture Make-Up Day – Monday, November 9th! 😁

Say cheese, Wildcats! 🐾 If your child missed our original Picture Day, make-up pictures will be taken on Monday, November 9th. These photos will be featured in our school yearbook, so don't miss the chance to capture those sweet Wildcat smiles! 💙

📚 2nd Nine Weeks Progress Reports – Wednesday, November 11th!

Parents, be on the lookout! Second Nine Weeks Progress Reports will be sent home on Wednesday, November 11th. This is a great opportunity to celebrate your child's successes and check in on their academic progress! 💙🐾

*All name submissions for the Veterans Day Wall and the Slideshow are due on Wednesday, November 4th.

🛼 PTO Skate Night – Thursday, November 12th! 🛼

Get ready to roll, Wildcats! 🐾 Our PTO is hosting its second Skate Night on Thursday, November 12th, from 6:00–8:00 p.m.! Grab your friends and family for an evening of skating, laughter, and Wildcat fun! We hope to see you there! 💙

🥫 Annual Food Drive – November 16th–20th! 🥫

Wildcats, let's come together to make a difference! 🐾 Our annual nonperishable food drive will take place November 16th–20th. Students are encouraged to bring in nonperishable food items to help families in need. The class that collects the most items will win a PIZZA & CUPCAKE PARTY! 🍕🧁 Let's see which class can give the most while making a BIG difference for a great cause! 💙

💙 November All Pro Dad – Friday, November 20th! 🐾

Calling all dads and father figures! Join us for our November All Pro Dad program on Friday, November 20th, from 6:45–7:10 a.m. in the cafeteria. We look forward to another special morning of connection, encouragement, and quality time with our Wildcats! More information will be sent home as the date approaches.

🦃🍂 Thanksgiving Break – November 23rd–27th!

There will be no school Monday, November 23rd, through Friday, November 27th, as we celebrate Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for our amazing Wildcats, families, and community. We hope everyone enjoys a wonderful week filled with family, laughter, and special memories. Happy Thanksgiving from your Ambler family! 🧡🐾

📚 Winter i-Ready Testing Begins November 30th! ❄️

It's time to show how much our Wildcats have grown! 🐾 The Winter i-Ready testing window opens on Monday, November 30th. Your child's teacher will share specific testing dates for each grade level as they approach. We can't wait to celebrate the progress our students have made since the beginning of the school year! 💙

🎅🎁 PTO Santa Shop – November 30th–December 4th! 🎄

It's the most wonderful time of the year! ❤️💚 Our PTO Santa Shop will be open Monday, November 30th, through Friday, December 4th! This special holiday tradition gives our Wildcats the opportunity to shop for gifts for their loved ones and experience the joy of giving. More information will be sent home as the date approaches! 🎁🐾

📸🐾 It's Yearbook Time, Ambler Families! 💙

Another amazing year of learning, laughter, and unforgettable Wildcat memories is underway! Don't miss your chance to capture all the special moments in our 2026–2027 Ambler Yearbook!

Ordering is easy! Choose one of three options:

📘 Send a check made payable to Strawbridge with the order form sent home with your child.

📱 Scan the QR code on the order form or yearbook graphic.

💻 Order online using the provided link.

📅 Order Deadline: March 15, 2027

From classroom adventures to special celebrations, our yearbook is filled with memories you'll treasure for years to come. Order yours today! 💙🐾

A huge THANK YOU to the generous local businesses who have sponsored our Ambler Elementary Archery Club! Your support helps provide our students with opportunities to learn, grow, build confidence, and develop valuable skills through archery. We are so grateful for businesses that invest in our students and support our school community! Thank you for helping our young archers hit their mark! 🎯