Navigator News

June 2025

UPCOMING DATES

June 5 (Thurs): Final Running Club, Grades 2-5

* see info below

June 10 (Tues): Field Day

June 11 (Wed):

Full Day of School (not early release)
5th Grade Promotion, 5:30pm

June 12 (Th): LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!

Early Release at 12:45

Principal Message

Hi North Star Families!

This time of year is always bittersweet. Summer is around the corner and there is certainly an excitement in the air; yet, there is also a quiet sense of sadness many of us experience. Seeing the smiles everyday, watching the joy of friendships, and hearing the laughter of students will be missed over the summer months. We can't wait to see our students in September and around town over the summer!

Vision and Mission of North Star

We have our final two Vision and Mission drafts and we want to hear from you! Please take a moment to let us know your thoughts in the very quick Vision and Mission Survey below. We will share our final selection before the end of the school year!

VISION/MISSION SURVEY

Next Year

The school and teachers will email families with class placements in early September to welcome them to the new school year. In the past, class lists have been posted inside the school and families come to see in which class their child has been placed. Our hope is to notify families/students beforehand to alleviate any anxiety. In addition, I will email families in August to share information about staffing, important dates, and back-to-school details.

From all of us at North Star - thank you for the trust, support, and connection you have shared with us all year. We hope summer brings lasting memories with family and friends!

We can't wait to see you all again in September!!!

Take care,

Beth

PTO Happenings!

Find all the latest PTO updates and information on our website: northstarelementarypto.org

Last Running Club Session: June 5* @ North Star: You're invited to join us for the final Running Club of the year on Thursday, June 5! Come run alongside your child or simply cheer them on and see what Running Club is all about. Students typically run 1–2 miles (4–8 laps) during recess.

K–2nd grade: 11:05–11:25 a.m.
3rd–5th grade: 11:35–11:55 a.m.
Please arrive early to check in at the front office. A cleared background check is required.

*Kinder families: Join us on June 3 instead, as Kinders will be at Forest Day on June 5.

PTO help wanted for the 2025-2026 school year! Every parent and staff member is automatically part of the PTO! Interested in getting more involved? Join the PTO Board or co-lead an event — it's a great way to build community and make an impact. Our biggest need right now is support with Fundraising Events like the Read-a-thon, and co-leading specific events such as Movie Night or the School Dance. You’ll receive plenty of support, so you won’t be doing it alone. Learn more about open roles and NSPTO here, and reach out to info@northstarelementarypto.org if you're interested!

5th Grade Celebration – Reminder to RSVP!
We’re celebrating our 5th graders with a Tiki Party on Friday, June 13 at Tumalo Park — and we’ve created a website with everything you need to know!
RSVP, sign up to volunteer, donate, and order a yard sign to celebrate your child!

5th Grade Party Website

Note: This is not a school-sponsored event. Parents are responsible for supervising their children.

Running Club Family Run!

You're invited to join us for the final Running Club of the year on Thursday, June 5! Come run alongside your child or simply cheer them on and see what Running Club is all about. Students typically run 1–2 miles (4–8 laps) during recess.

2nd grade: 11:05–11:25 a.m.
3rd–5th grade: 11:35–11:55 a.m.
Please arrive early to check in at the front office. A cleared background check is required.

Kinder and 1st graders last day of Running Club was on Tuesday due to field trips on Thursday.

Grocery Help this Summer?

Need help with buying groceries for your family? The state of Oregon offers a program that can help families with school-age children who need help with access to food while school is out for summer. For details and to apply, see flyer:

Summer EBT Flyer English

¿Necesita ayuda con alimentos para su familia? El estado de Oregón ofrece un programa que ayuda a las familias con niños de edad escolar a comprar alimentos durante las vacaciones de verano. Para más detalles y para aplicar, véase este volante:

Summer EBT Flyer Spanish