The Woodstock Weekly

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Welcome back, Woodstock Family!

As we kick off the new year, we are excited to continue supporting our Woodstock students in 2026! We hope you had a wonderful break.

Stay tuned next week for information on submitting a funding proposal. Ask yourself this week what improving Woodstock looks like to you. What does our community need to help "make every child's potential a reality?" We look forward to hearing your thoughts soon!

Your friendly PTA

• 📌 Monday, January 12, 4:15-5:15 pm, Tending the Village, Yoga for Woodstock
• 📌 Wednesday, January 14, Early Release
• 📌 Wednesday, January 14, Pizzicato (Mt. Tabor) Woodstock Dine Out
• 📌 Monday, January 19, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, No school
• 📌 Wednesday, January 21, 8 am and 6 pm, Tea with Principal E
• 📌 January 26-27, Teaching grading and planning, No school

We're putting together a brand‑new line of Woodstock spirit sticker packs, and we’re inviting you—our community of creative kids and parents—to help design them. We’re looking for designs that celebrate Woodstock Elementary, our culture, and our amazing community!

• Fun, positive, school‑appropriate artwork

• Bold, simple shapes and colors that will print well as stickers 2–4 inches in size
• Your artwork must be original and created by you
• Multiple submissions are welcome!

Art files should be provided as a print resolution image (300 dpi or higher, JPG, PNG, TIFF, PDF) or vector graphic.

Send your questions and artwork to spirit@woodstockpta.org

In partnership with the Woodstock PTA, the Portland Mini Makers Market is more than just a shopping event -- it's a celebration of youth creativity, confidence, and entrepreneurial spirit. Families are invited to explore a vibrant marketplace filled with original art, handmade gifts, decor, and more -- all crafted by junior artisans.

For parents, this is a chance to encourage your child to share their talents, connect with other young makers, and gain valuable skills in creativity and entrepreneurship. Whether your child loves painting, crafting, or designing, the Mini Makers Market offers them a stage to shine.

Applications are open through January 18, 2026. Don't miss the opportunity to support your child's journey as a maker -- and to shop local, youth-powered creations that make our community proud! This year's Mini Makers Market will be Saturday, February 28, 11 am - 2 pm.

Welcome back from winter break! We still have spots in many of our afterschool programs, including Adventures in Spanish and the new-to-Woodstock Baxter Sports! All information and registration links on our website: https://woodstockpta.org/afterschool/

Help the Front Office with Tardy Student Check Ins

The front office is looking for some help with check ins for students coming in late. Colder and wetter weather seems to bring more late arrivals! Please sign up if you can help.

Sign Up Here

Join Areej for a 60-minute yoga session in the school Cafeteria on Monday, January 12, from 4:15–5:15 pm. You can expect a grounding, meditative warmup, 30 minutes of focus on postures and flowing through them, and 15 minutes of restoration and rest.

Register in advance to get mindful reminders.

Questions? Email: hello@areejkhan.com.

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. More details here!

The full details on the program can be found on the website.