Eagles Newsletter

May, 2025

Greetings Woodland Families,

Dear Woodland Families,

As we embrace the vibrant spirit of May, we find ourselves amidst the flurry of activities and events that make this season so special at Woodland. From the successful Spring Carnival to the culmination of MCA tests, the 4th grade recorder concert, to Kindergarten Orientation, our school is buzzing with energy and enthusiasm.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our wonderful PTO and everyone who participated in and contributed to the success of our Spring Carnival, and for spoiling our staff during Teacher Appreciation Week! Your kindness, generosity, thoughtfulness, enthusiasm, and unwavering support are truly appreciated! Thank you so much!

Congratulations to our outstanding 5th-grade student, Penelope Hanson, and our incredible Administrative Assistant, Mrs. Terry Derksen, who were selected as this year’s Investment in Youth Award recipients for Woodland. This prestigious recognition is awarded to individuals who go above and beyond to make a positive impact in their school community, and both Penelope and Mrs. Derksen exemplify this spirit in all they do. Penelope’s leadership, kindness, and dedication to learning make her a role model for her peers, while Mrs. Derksen’s warmth, efficiency, and unwavering support help make Woodland a welcoming and well-organized place for all. They were honored at the annual Investment in Youth Banquet, held on Sunday, May 4th, at Park Center High School. We are so proud of them both! (Please see the photos in the next section.)

As we venture into May, our calendar is brimming with exciting events and celebrations. Field trips, the 2nd-grade music concert, 5th-grade Commencement, Field Day, and more await our eager students. Keep an eye out for flyers detailing our upcoming All School BBQ—a fantastic opportunity for our Woodland family to come together and celebrate.

As we navigate the final weeks of the school year, our commitment to your children's growth and success remains unwavering. Together, let's end this year on a positive note, embracing every opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Here's to a memorable and fulfilling month ahead!

Your principal,

Terri Jackson

Our Annual All School BBQ will be held on Friday, May 16th. The schedule for class lunch time is below.

Severe weather may cause us to cancel the event. A text message will be sent out to families if the event has to be cancelled.

Woodland 5th Graders recently visited the Fire Department at MSP. They had a great time and learned a lot about the fire fighters roles at the airport.

Congratulations to Ms. Gail Huggins who was recently awarded as the

2025 Osseo Local 7325 ESP of the Year!!!

Woodland is so lucky to have you here. Thank you for all that you do for our school, students and staff.

First Graders practiced their engineering skills at The Works Museum and had a great time.

It was a chilly muddy day for our kindergartners, but a fun time was had by all!

PreK Program at Woodland Elementary: Flexible Options for Your Family!

Looking for the perfect PreK experience for your little one? Woodland Elementary School offers flexible scheduling options to fit your family's needs! Choose from morning or afternoon sessions with:

· 4-hour classes (2 days per week)

· 2.75-hour classes (3 days per week)

Our licensed teachers create engaging, play-based learning environments where children develop crucial kindergarten readiness skills while having fun! Spots are still available for the 2025-26 school year, but don't wait – register today at bit.ly/Osseo_PreK_2526 or call us at 763-391-8777 with questions.

Give your child the strong start they deserve with Woodland Elementary PreK!

Carnival Success!

Thank you to all of our Woodland families who attended our annual Woodland Carnival. The night was full of smiles and community. Shout out to Park Center Football for providing so many volunteers for the event. Thank you to our rockstar event chairs, Michelle Scott and Amanda Naylor!

Staff Appreciation Week

Last week we celebrated all of our Woodland staff and their wonderful contributions to Woodland. Thank you to all of our Woodland families that make this week possible. If you have helped fundraise, donated an item or directly to the cause, we appreciate you! You can find some of the Staff’s Favorite things here: https://sites.google.com/view/woodlandpto/get-to-know-the-staffwishlists.

Woodland Family Dance and Food Trucks

The last PTO event of the year is approaching on May 21st! Come hang out behind Woodland for some delicious food from food trucks, music from our DJ, and play on the playground. This is a great way to wrap up the school year with our Woodland friends.

Food Trucks: Brick Oven Pizza, Kumain, La Cocina, Shaved Ice

PTO Needs You- Next Meeting: Thursday, May 15th

We have important upcoming meetings and we want to HEAR from YOU! Reminder that you do need to attend 3 meetings in order to vote for PTO Officers and Committee Members.

May Meeting: Board Elections and Budget vote

OPEN Positions: Treasurer Elect, President Elect, Fundraising/Events, Communications, Marketing

The PTO runs on volunteers and we need new volunteers to continue to backfill those that are moving to middle school. Please check out our key need areas here: tinyurl.com/wdvolunteers. Feel free to attend a meeting and learn about board positions or send us an email at wdptomn@gmail.com. We need volunteers to continue to offer events and further support Woodland.

Upcoming Events:

May 15: PTO Meeting, Media Center, 6:30pm

May 21: Family Dance+Food Trucks, 5pm-7pm

We would also love to CONNECT with you in whatever format works best. We send out regular emails, have an active Facebook page, and post on our website (https://sites.google.com/view/woodlandpto/home).

President: Jenna Maurer

President Elect: OPEN- Seeking Volunteer

Secretary: Megan Fordice

Communications Chair: Rachel Johnson

Marketing Chair: Jennifer Broden

Fundraising/Event Chair: Michelle Scott

Treasurer : Brianna Johnston

Treasurer Elect: Christine Haglund

Teacher Reps: Scott Lund, Jody Levy, Meghan Booke & Gail Huggins