Capitol Hill Weekly Update

As we head into the busy winter mornings, please remember to follow our traffic circulation plan during drop-off so we can keep students safe and cars moving smoothly. Using the designated entrances, exits, and no-turn areas really helps everyone.

We’re also looking for a few parent volunteers who can stand at three key spots in the morning to help direct families and gently remind drivers where to turn (and where not to). If you’re available one or more mornings a week, please email Febe Armendariz at farmenda@pps.net and I’ll share the details.

Thank you for helping keep drop-off safe and calm for all our kids!

Auction Volunteers

We are looking for a few volunteers to help with this year's auction. All task are small and some can be done at home after work hours.

Procurement - Help reach out to business via emails, websites and paper letters to request donations. This can be done at home after working hours.

Graphic Designer - Looking for someone to help create a logo based on the event theme and create flyers, invitations, digital banner and day of program. This can be done at home after working hours.

Grade Level Art - Looking for parents at each grade level to help create a piece of art with the students to auction off. The parent/s of each grade, plan a piece of artwork and coordinate with the teachers to come to the classroom to have the students work on the art piece.

PPS Clothing Center

January 8th from 9:30am to 1:30pm

Seeking 5 to 6 people to sort clothes and help families shop for clothing essentials. Your don't need to be there the whole time, give the time you have.

Please reach to the volunteer@capitolhillpta.org if you have any questions or are interested in volunteering.

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

• 12/12-Family Fun Night-Movie Night
• 12/23-1/2/26-No School, Winter Break (Return to School 1/4/26)
  
  

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

Cognizart by MetroArts Inc.’s 32nd Young Artists Debut

Until January 16, 2026, Cognizart is accepting applications from visual artists & performing soloists and ensembles ages 8 to 18 to participate in the Young Artists Debut! (YAD!) The YAD! offers fun and educational benefits, including the opportunity to showcase and refine creative talents, professional photos and videos of creative works, guidance from mentors, and honoraria. One winning artist will be selected as the Zorro Award Winner, an honor which includes $1,000 to further artistic endeavors. The experience culminates with the Young Artists Debut! on April 24, 2026, at The Reser where artists showcase their talents, and select soloists will have the opportunity to perform with Orchestra Nova Northwest musicians.