Capitol Hill Weekly Update

Our biggest fundraiser of the year is coming up! The Spring Auction brings our entire school community together for an unforgettable celebration — all while raising essential funds that directly support our students, teachers, and programs.

Who needs a ticket to attend?

• All adults attending need to purchase tickets in advance, get your tickets here. Students do not need tickets to attend with their caregivers
• Tickets will not be sold at the event
  
  

Where do your donations go?

• All funds raised at our auction stay with our school PTA and are used to support students, teachers, programs and events
• If you are looking for an easy way to donate, or a page to share with out-of-town family or friends, please visit this page and support the "General Fund"

How you can help

- Watch your inbox for your classroom's raffle basket theme

- Donate an item to the auction or become a sponsor: Spring Art Show and Auction

- Volunteer for the event: Auction Volunteer List.xlsx - Google Sheets

- Encourage your child to participate in the student maker market (but act fast, space is limited!): 2026 Auction Event - Google Sheets

For more information visit the PTA's event page: Capitol Hill PTA - Portland, OR - Art Show & Auction.

We hope you can join us on May 3rd!

We will have a plastic film collection at the school on April 28th, 2026. Please save all your plastic film that would normally be thrown away a bring to the school to recycle. Plastic film can be dropped off at the school between 7:50 and 10am.

This is a great way to reuse single use plastic, reduce your family’s garbage and do something good for Earth Day!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to ariel.salzman@gmail.com.

Have your student bring a flower or make a card for their school bus driver to say thank you for getting them to and from school everyday.

We’re excited to celebrate our amazing teachers during Teacher Appreciation & Spirit Week, happening May 4–8! We hope all students will join in the fun each day:

Monday, May 4 – Monochrome Day
Wear all one color.
PTA provides: Coffee & donuts for staff

Tuesday, May 5 – Flower Day
Dress in flower or plant-patterned clothing.
Students: Bring or draw a flower for your teacher!

Wednesday, May 6 – Rainbow Day
Wear the colors of the rainbow.
PTA provides: Lunch for staff

Thursday, May 7 – Twin Day
Coordinate outfits with classmates.
Students: Write your teacher a note of appreciation!

Friday, May 8 – PJ Day
Wear your comfiest clothes or pajamas.
PTA provides: Afternoon treats for staff

We are also looking for volunteers to help with:

• Monday (May 4): Coffee & donuts purchase and delivery
• Friday (May 8): Treats purchase and delivery

If you’re able to help, please sign up here.

Thank you for helping us show our teachers how much they are appreciated!

Auction Volunteers - May 3rd 2pm to 5pm

Check In Table - 4 volunteers

Refreshments Table - 3 volunteers

Kid Marker Helper - 2 volunteers

Clean up - 2 volunteers

Please click here to sign up.

Walk and Roll to School - May 6th

We are looking for two parent volunteers who can help on bikes, one to help lead the group and another to be at the end of the group. Any questions or would like to volunteer please reach out to Patrick Moloney, patrick.moloney@gmail.com.

2026 - 2027 PTA Board & Event Leads

With the end of the school year approaching quickly, we are looking for volunteers to be on next school year PTA Board and leads for the PTA events. Please see below for the positions that are currently opened and click here to sign up. If you want more information on these open positions, please reach out to any current board member.

2026 - 2027 PTA Board Positions - President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer 2, and Volunteer Coordinators.

2026 -2027 Events Lead/Co-Leads - VIP Day, Big Boo, Auction & Staff Appreciation.

If you have any questions please reach out to Tabitha Ames & Jean-Francois Ortiz at volunteer@capitolhillpta.org

• Wednesday, May 6th 2026
• Meet at the Moonlight Grill parking lot at 7:15am
• Enjoy breakfast snacks, coffee and pick up a fun prize
• We will walk, bike and roll to school at 7:30
• Please wear bright-colored clothes or reflective gear

As the seasons change, so do pollen counts! With spring in full swing, many students may begin to experience seasonal allergy symptoms. I’d like to share a few helpful tips to keep students comfortable and healthy:

• Stay hydrated – Drinking plenty of water helps thin mucus and ease congestion.

• Wash up after outdoor play – Encourage students to wash their hands and face to remove pollen.

• Avoid rubbing eyes – Instead, use a clean, cool, wet compress to relieve itching.

• Wear an extra layer – When weather allows, a jacket or outer layer can help keep pollen off clothing.

• Manage asthma carefully – Allergies can trigger asthma symptoms. Please ensure your student follows their asthma care plan and has access to their rescue inhaler, especially during field trips.
  
  

If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s allergy or asthma management, feel free to reach out to jnovack@mesd.k12.or.us.

Our school year calendar has all of the important school-related dates for your reference.

• 4/27 Site Council
• 5/1 No School
• 5/3 Auction-2-5 PM
• 5/6 Walk & Roll
• 5/13 PTA Meeting
• 5/15 & 5/16 School Play Performances
• 5/18 Site Council
• 5/22 Field Day
• 5/25 No School
• 5/29 5th Grade Kickball Game
• 6/3 Assembly-1:45 PM
• 6/5 Last Day of School
  
  

Reminder: When picking up students early please make sure you (or who ever is picking them up) brings their ID so we can check to make sure you are approved to pick up the student.