Dear Wines Families,
I hope everyone had a nice spring break whether you traveled or just had a little time away from the day to day! After returning from chaperoning 15 high school seniors on spring break, Trish and I had the opportunity to attend the national championship game Monday evening which—as we had hoped—turned into one of the most memorable events of our lives (sporting events anyway). We bumped into a few Wines families in Indianapolis and while I think I was far too nervous to truly “enjoy” the game, it was an amazing evening and it was worth the very little sleep we had Monday!
Please take a moment to read through today’s message. Note that the Wines Auction is next Friday evening and ticket sales are low. This is a fantastic community event that you don’t want to miss!!
Wines Parents — we need your help!
Ticket sales for our April 17th Parent Night Out + Auction are currently low, and we’re at risk of not having the strong event our school is counting on. This is one of our biggest and most fun fundraisers — and we’d love to see Wines families there.
Join us at Venue by 4M for a relaxed, fun night just for parents:
• Outdoor space with heat lamps & fire pits
• Cornhole + lawn games
• Appetizers, a taco bar, and dessert included with a ticket
• Free and easy parking
• Fun auction items to support Wines
Grab a friend, plan a date night, or make it a spontaneous night out — but please don’t wait. We truly need more families to purchase tickets this week to make this event a success. Let’s show up for Wines and make it a great night together. Get your tickets today!
We'll also be printing the sponsorship banner this weekend so if you or your business wants to add a sponsorship, please do so before Friday.
For tickets or sponsorship visit our site https://www.ptowines.org/wines-night-out
If you're already planning to attend and are able to help at the event, please see the sign up genius. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44AEAA22A2F8CE9-63390504-parents
Wines Bike Bus is Back!
First Bike Bus + Meet and Greet - Wednesday, April 15
We'll have coffee and donuts for our first bike bus of the spring, April 15th, after drop off.
What's a Bike Bus?
A bike bus is a group of kids and caretakers who meet up and ride bikes (or skate or scoot, etc) together to school. It’s fun and festive and encourages kids and adults to stay active and use more sustainable transportation whenever possible.
Bike Buses are now weekly on Wednesdays!
Every wonder if a bike bus will be happening? Wonder no more! Bike buses will
be taking part weekly, on Wednesday mornings, starting from our three locations.
Bike buses may be canceled due to inclement weather.
Meet-ups: Garden Homes Park (8:15 a.m.), Creal Park (8:25 a.m.), Hunt Park (8:25 a.m.)
Mat Heagerty Author Visit and Books for Sale
On Tuesday, graphic novelist Mat Heagerty spent the day with students at Wines. Mat talked with students about creating art, telling stories, collaborating with others, being open to others' ideas, being kind, and celebrating neurodiversity. If your student is interested in purchasing Mat's books, you can buy them from Booksweet and they will be delivered to school next week. Here are the links to purchase online: Lumberjackula (all grades) and Indoor Kid (upper elementary).
Reminder: Miller Construction Returns…
Just a reminder that starting today, Miller Rd. will be closed to westbound traffic from Seventh St. to Maple. Newport Rd. and side streets to access Cooley will remain open to eastbound traffic. We currently do not have plans to change our arrival/dismissal procedures or timing unless we find the need.
David
