Mantua PTA News 2023 Issue 7

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September 19, 2023

Important Upcoming Dates

September 20 (Wednesday): Back to School Night, 6:00-8:00pm

September 21 (Thursday): Panera Fundraiser, 4:00-8:00pm

September 22 (Friday): Registration for Mantua Basketball ends

September 22 (Friday): Woodson Feeder Night Football Game, 6:30pm

September 25: Yom Kippur, FCPS schools and offices closed 

September 26: AAP Parent/Family Information Night, 6-8 p.m.,  Cafeteria

 

Subscribe to the Mantua PTA calendar here!

Back to School Night

Mantua's Back to School Night will be this Wednesday (tomorrow!) from 6:00-8:00 pm. 

Teachers will be presenting sessions within their classrooms. Each classroom teacher will present at both sessions, allowing you to choose either or to attend both sessions if you have multiple children. *Childcare will not be available.

We have secured overflow parking at the Mantua Hills Swim Club parking lot, with school bus shuttles to and from the Mantua ES main entrance to support our parking needs. Those not attending the second session are asked to leave following the first session to make parking spaces available.

We look forward to seeing you!

5:30 - 8:30 PM - Shuttle service available. 

6:00 - 6:30 PM - Classroom Session #1

6:30 - 7:00 PM - Parking Transition 

Light refreshments are available in the cafeteria for those remaining for Session #2.

7:00 - 7:30 PM - Classroom Session #2

Woodson Football Feeder Night Mantua Basketball- Registration Closes Sept. 22! 

Third through sixth grade students are eligible to register starting August 29, 2023.  Registration will
end on September 22, 2023.

All eligible Mantua ES students are encouraged to register at
https://www.mantuabasketball.org/current-programs.

Registration for coaches and referees is also
open at https://www.mantuabasketball.org/current-programs.

For further information, click here.

Pick Up Patrol for Enrichment Classes

For Enrichment and any other after school activities remember to change the pick up information for your student in Pick Up Patrol! 

Click here for directions

Chat 'n' Chew Registration is Now Open!

Have one (or a few) budding book lovers in your house? Want to build literacy skills? Just feel like reading a good book and hanging out with friends? 

Join Mantua's popular student book club that meets once a month from December thru April discussing great books with new (and old) friends. Parent volunteers lead groups of 6-8 kids in discussions and fun activities. Books will be selected by school librarians and Chat 'n' Chew volunteers and provided to participants to keep.

To register, visit: https://www.memberplanet.com/mantuaele.../2023-24mantuaclubs Registration closes on September 22nd! 

 

Questions? Email Neelam Shah at [email protected]

Mantua Volunteer Opportunities! 

The sign-up genius for classroom volunteers still has some spots available!  Use the link below to search by grade and class. 

If you have any questions about any of the positions, please reach out to [email protected].  

Sign Up Link:  https://www.signupgenius.com/tabs/53170df07a3caeec06-volunteers

Kids Give Back--Costumes for Kids

Costumes for Kids Fall Volunteer Festival invites families to prepare costumes for elementary school children in low-resource communities Kids Give Back, a nonprofit organization that inspires elementary-age students to volunteer, will host its third-annual Costumes for Kids Fall Volunteer Festival on October 21, 2023, 11am-3pm at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 8922 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax.

The event brings kids and their families together to prepare 125 storybook character costumes for students who attend Title 1 schools in Northern Virginia. In addition to preparing costumes such as Little Mermaid, Mario Bros, Spiderman, and others, attendees will enjoy traditional festival activities, including: • Pumpkin painting • Face painting • Crafts • Tattoo station • Games • Snacks and ice cream • Raffle baskets.  

Festival tickets are $10/person, $35 for a family of four and free for ages five and under. Details are available at www.kidsgiveback.org/events.

Art Volunteers and Wipes Needed

Hi! We would love to have some parent volunteers join us in the art room to help us prep for our fabulous projects this year! Cutting, sorting, organizing, hanging, pouring, refilling.....no experience necessary.

Check out our 2023-2024 Art Room SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4AA9AC22A6FF2-mantua 

We are also looking for clorox/baby wipes donations, if you can help out please drop them off (or have your student drop off) in the front office or one of the art rooms. Thanks so much, we look forward to working with you and your students this year and appreciate ALL your HELP!! Mrs. Shirley & Mr. Lorenzi.

Support the Mantua PTA! Join the PTA!

Join the PTA! Help support our students and teachers by joining and becoming one of more than 229 families who have already joined!

JOIN HERE: https://mantuapta.memberhub.com/store 

Your $20 ANNUAL membership and donation helps with funding teacher grants, improving our school and fun field trips for your children. It also supports sponsored projects throughout Mantua. Some of these include: Weekly Alert News, After School Enrichment, Basketball League, Kids Care Club, Library Resources, PTA ,Online Student Directory, New Computers and Programs, Teacher Education, Parent Education, Seminars, Drama Club, Wish Fund, Chat and Chew Book Club.

Join the Mantua ES PTA Facebook Page

Let’s get social! Don’t forget to join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook page! Not only is a great place to ask questions and connect with other families, we hope to keep it up to date with important events and dates throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/?ref=share

Mantua Spiritwear

Get ready for back to school with some Mantua Spiritwear!

http://www.mantuaspiritwear.com/

How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News

Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page and/or on MantuaPTA.org.

The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.

 

9107 Horner Court, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-645-6300

Attendance: 703-645-6363 | Web | PTA Web | Twitter

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Mantua PTA News 2023 Issue 6

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September 12, 2023

Important Upcoming Dates

September 12 (Tuesday): Fall Enrichment registration starts

September 19 (Tuesday): Registration for Mantua Basketball ends

September 20 (Wednesday): Back to School Night, 6:00-8:00pm

September 25 (Monday): Yom Kippur; No School

 

Subscribe to the Mantua PTA calendar here!

Art Volunteers and Wipes Needed

Hi! We would love to have some parent volunteers join us in the art room to help us prep for our fabulous projects this year! Cutting, sorting, organizing, hanging, pouring, refilling.....no experience necessary.

Check out our 2023-2024 Art Room SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4AA9AC22A6FF2-mantua 

We are also looking for clorox/baby wipes donations, if you can help out please drop them off (or have your student drop off) in the front office or one of the art rooms. Thanks so much, we look forward to working with you and your students this year and appreciate ALL your HELP!! Mrs. Shirley & Mr. Lorenzi.

Mantua Basketball 

The Mantua PTA Community Basketball League is a developmental organization which
embraces student athletes with a wide variety of skill levels and emphasizes teamwork,
skill development, and sportsmanship while teaching the fundamentals of basketball in
a neighborly environment.

3rd- 6th students are eligible to register starting August 29, 2023. Registration will end on September 19, 2023. More information can be found here, including player evaluation dates.

All eligible Mantua ES students are
encouraged to register at https://www.mantuabasketball.org/current-programs.

Volunteers are needed! 

The league is always in need of volunteers. Last season we had more than 250
students participate with less than 50 volunteers coaching, refereeing, or assisting with
logistics.

 Please consider donating your time
by signing-up as a coach and/or referee to support this great league and help provide
this amazing resource to our child athletes.

 

Mantua Academic Competition Programs: Interest Survey and Parent Information Meeting

Mantua's academic competition programs offer opportunities for students to try new things or delve deeper into their favorite subjects. This includes the First Lego League, Science Olympiad, and Science Fair! 

If you are interested in getting your kids involved in academic competition activities, please fill the 2023-2024 Academic Competition Interest Survey (https://forms.gle/v4UbkusUgMBEbBGFA). You have no obligation to participate- this is to gauge interest!

We look forward to an exciting year at Mantua! For more information, please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions.

Enrichment Program Help Needed - Paid Position!

Mantua PTA in partnership with Baroody Camps, is in need of an on-site after school Enrichment coordinator. The on-site coordinator will work with the Enrichment chair to ensure after school programs run smoothly.

The shift is Monday through Thursday from 3:45PM until about 5:20PM. Baroody camps pays $37.50 per shift (paid bi-weekly) plus one free class! Days can be split between two people, but both must apply together.

For more information please contact [email protected].

Fall Enrichment Classes

Fall Enrichment registration is almost here!

Mantua PTA has partnered with Baroody Camps to offer a selection of art, STEM, sports and other fun classes! See the flyer below for our Fall schedule, which includes a link for Fall registration, which will go live September 12th!

Fall Enrichment Flyer

Support the Mantua PTA! Join the PTA!

Please visit our webpage at MantuaPTA.org or use this direct link to join:  https://mantuapta.memberhub.com/store 

Dues are $20 per family and get you discounts on PTA sponsored clubs.  Our dues fully support our free programs so that every penny of our fundraisers goes right back into the classrooms. 

Join the Mantua ES PTA Facebook Page

Let’s get social! Don’t forget to join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook page! Not only is a great place to ask questions and connect with other families, we hope to keep it up to date with important events and dates throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/?ref=share

Mantua Spiritwear

Get ready for back to school with some Mantua Spiritwear!

http://www.mantuaspiritwear.com/

How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News

Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page and/or on MantuaPTA.org.

The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.

 

9107 Horner Court, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-645-6300

Attendance: 703-645-6363 | Web | PTA Web | Twitter

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Mantua PTA News 2023 Issue 5

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September 5, 2023

Important Upcoming Dates

September 7 (Thursday): Racoon Runners registration opens; capped at 50

September 8 (Friday ): PTA Meeting, 9:30am in person 

September 12 (Tuesday): Fall Enrichment registration starts

September 19 (Tuesday ): Registration for Mantua Basketball ends

September 20 (Wednesday): Back to School Night, 6:00-8:00pm

 

Subscribe to the Mantua PTA calendar here!

Raccoon Runners is Back!

The Raccoon Runners will be hitting the streets of Mantua again this Fall! Registration will begin September 7 at 8 AM. Enrollment is capped at 50 runners and typically fills up in a few minutes, so set your alarms now!

Click here for the registration link! 

ES’s Raccoon Runners is a positive youth development program for third through sixth graders, empowering them to be more confident and healthier as they are strengthened over an 8-week period through running and other fitness activities. The program focuses on building physical and mental strength through exercise.

We meet every Tuesday and Friday morning 8:00-9:05 AM at the Mantua gym from October 3 through Thanksgiving Day. Runners takes place rain or shine as long as school is in session and includes a warmup and approximately 30-40 minutes of coach guided running/exercise followed by a snack and, time permitting, a discussion of issues relevant to their peer group.

Registration is $80 and includes a t-shirt, snacks after each practice, and Turkey Trot race registration for your runner. Questions? Email Kris Mack at [email protected] for more information.

Art Volunteers and Wipes Needed

Hi! We would love to have some parent volunteers join us in the art room to help us prep for our fabulous projects this year! Cutting, sorting, organizing, hanging, pouring, refilling.....no experience necessary.

Check out our 2023-2024 Art Room SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4AA9AC22A6FF2-mantua 

We are also looking for clorox/baby wipes donations, if you can help out please drop them off (or have your student drop off) in the front office or one of the art rooms. Thanks so much, we look forward to working with you and your students this year and appreciate ALL your HELP!! Mrs. Shirley & Mr. Lorenzi.

Classroom Volunteers Needed! 

The school-wide sign-up link is live and there are many opportunities available to help the teachers and participate in your child’s class. A brief description of the current volunteer opportunities is included below.

Thank you to everyone who has already signed up to volunteer! If you have signed up to be a Room Parent or Tuesday Folder Helper, please stand by as I will be connecting you to your teacher and further outlining the volunteer role.

Signup Genius Link: 
www.signupgenius.com/tabs/53170DF07A3CAEEC06-volunteersCurrent

Room Parent Needs:
1st Grade - Hopkins, Jeche, Koehler
2nd Grade - Kang 
3rd Grade - Smith 
4th Grade - Brant, Garneski
5th Grade - Sullivan/Schwenzer
6th Grade - Harper-Jones, Mankin 

Can’t commit to one of these jobs? More opportunities will be posted throughout the year for various events and programs! Email [email protected] if you have any questions!

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Room Parent - Send email reminders to class families about PTA events and fundraisers, communicate with parents to coordinate teacher gifts, help party coordinators plan seasonal class parties, this job can be done remotely

Tuesday Folder Helper - Comes to the classroom on a weekly basis at a time coordinated with the teacher to stuff Tuesday folders that will go home with each student. Since this requires someone to come weekly, this position can be split between two parents who alternate weeks

Party Coordinators - Coordinators get a set date and time from the teacher and coordinate games, crafts, snacks, etc. for the class, often soliciting the other class parents for supply donations and extra volunteer help.

Mantua Basketball 

The Mantua PTA Community Basketball League is a developmental organization which
embraces student athletes with a wide variety of skill levels and emphasizes teamwork,
skill development, and sportsmanship while teaching the fundamentals of basketball in
a neighborly environment.

3rd- 6th students are eligible to register starting August 29, 2023. Registration will end on September 19, 2023. More information can be found here, including player evaluation dates.

All eligible Mantua ES students are
encouraged to register at https://www.mantuabasketball.org/current-programs.

Volunteers are needed! 

The league is always in need of volunteers. Last season we had more than 250
students participate with less than 50 volunteers coaching, refereeing, or assisting with
logistics.

 Please consider donating your time
by signing-up as a coach and/or referee to support this great league and help provide
this amazing resource to our child athletes.

 

Mantua Academic Competition Programs: Interest Survey and Parent Information Meeting

Mantua's academic competition programs offer opportunities for students to try new things or delve deeper into their favorite subjects. This includes the First Lego League, Science Olympiad, and Science Fair! 

If you are interested in getting your kids involved in academic competition activities, please fill the 2023-2024 Academic Competition Interest Survey (https://forms.gle/v4UbkusUgMBEbBGFA). You have no obligation to participate- this is to gauge interest!

The Academic Competition Parent Information Meeting will be through Zoom on Thursday Sept. 7, at 7pm.

Please use this zoom link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84646443681?pwd=eS9hR2ZVNlBrQi8vWmh4UVE3aXAvUT09 Meeting ID: 846 4644 3681 Passcode: 911262

We look forward to an exciting year at Mantua! For more information, please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions.

Chat 'n' Chew is Coming! 

Chat 'n' Chew is back for students in grades 3-6! Join Mantua's popular book club that meets once a month from December thru April discussing great books with new (and old) friends. Parent volunteers lead groups of 6-8 kids in discussions and fun activities. Have one (or a few) budding book lovers in your house? Want to build literacy skills? Just feel like reading a good book and hanging out with friends? Books will be selected by school librarians and Chat 'n' Chew volunteers and provided to participants to keep.

Registration details coming soon! We can't wait to read with you!

Questions? Email Neelam Shah at [email protected]

Enrichment Program Help Needed - Paid Position!

Mantua PTA in partnership with Baroody Camps, is in need of an on-site after school Enrichment coordinator. The on-site coordinator will work with the Enrichment chair to ensure after school programs run smoothly.

The shift is Monday through Thursday from 3:45PM until about 5:20PM. Baroody camps pays $37.50 per shift (paid bi-weekly) plus one free class! Days can be split between two people, but both must apply together.

For more information please contact [email protected].

Fall Enrichment Classes

Fall Enrichment registration is almost here!

Mantua PTA has partnered with Baroody Camps to offer a selection of art, STEM, sports and other fun classes! See the flyer below for our Fall schedule, which includes a link for Fall registration, which will go live September 12th!

Fall Enrichment Flyer

Support the Mantua PTA! Join the PTA!

Please visit our webpage at MantuaPTA.org or use this direct link to join:  https://mantuapta.memberhub.com/store 

Dues are $20 per family and get you discounts on PTA sponsored clubs.  Our dues fully support our free programs so that every penny of our fundraisers goes right back into the classrooms. 

Join the Mantua ES PTA Facebook Page

Let’s get social! Don’t forget to join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook page! Not only is a great place to ask questions and connect with other families, we hope to keep it up to date with important events and dates throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/?ref=share

Mantua Spiritwear

Get ready for back to school with some Mantua Spiritwear!

http://www.mantuaspiritwear.com/

How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News

Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page and/or on MantuaPTA.org.

The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.

 

9107 Horner Court, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-645-6300

Attendance: 703-645-6363 | Web | PTA Web | Twitter

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Mantua PTA News 2023 Issue 4

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* This is a draft for this week's Mantua PTA Newsletter!  August 29, 2023

Important Upcoming Dates

August 29 (Tuesday): Mantua Drama Club Interest Meeting, 8pm Zoom

August 30 (Wednesday): Pizza and Ice Cream Social, 5:30-7pm

September 1-4 (Friday-Monday): Labor Day Break, No School

September 7 (Thursday): Academic Competition Interest Meeting 7pm, Zoom

September 8 (Friday ): PTA Meeting, 9:30am in person 

September 12 (Tuesday): Fall Enrichment registration starts

September 20 (Wednesday): Back to School Night, 6:00-8:00pm

 

Subscribe to the Mantua PTA calendar here!

Back to School Pizza & Ice Cream Social

We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow (8/30) from 5:30-7pm at the Back to School Pizza and Ice Cream Social. 

Important info about pre-sale wristband pick-up info, please read:

  • Family Meal Deal Pickup: Tent will be set up on black top to pick up your 4 wristbands/large pizza/4 waters (ice cream will be picked up separately at  the ice cream tent).
  • Table set up at rear entrance to black top for WRISTBAND PICK UP ONLY.
  • Table set up on black top for TICKET SALES ONLY.

We are still in need of volunteers to help make the event a success. If you have 45 minutes of your time to spare we would greatly appreciate your help.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054BAAA62DABFF2-pizza#/

 

The Mantua PTA thanks you!

 

Mantua Drama Club Information Meeting

We are excited to announce that Mantua Drama Club will once again partner with Julie Johnston's iContact Coaching to create a theater experience for our 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students! We are thrilled that this year, we will be doing two musicals, Annie in the Fall and Aristocats in the Spring.  

We highly encourage parents of interested students to join the parent information meeting on August 29th at 8pm. We will go through the schedule of both the fall and spring shows, audition process, lottery, etc in great detail and have time to answer all questions.

 

 Please use this zoom link to join: https://zoom.us/j/95342798787 

Meeting ID: 953 4279 8787 

We look forward to an exciting year of Musical Theater at Mantua!

Chat 'n' Chew is Coming! 

Chat 'n' Chew is back for students in grades 3-6! Join Mantua's popular book club that meets once a month from December thru April discussing great books with new (and old) friends. Parent volunteers lead groups of 6-8 kids in discussions and fun activities. Have one (or a few) budding book lovers in your house? Want to build literacy skills? Just feel like reading a good book and hanging out with friends? Books will be selected by school librarians and Chat 'n' Chew volunteers and provided to participants to keep.

Registration details coming soon! We can't wait to read with you!

Questions? Email Neelam Shah at [email protected]

Mantua Academic Competition Programs: Interest Survey and Parent Information Meeting

Mantua's academic competition programs offer opportunities for students to try new things or delve deeper into their favorite subjects. This includes the First Lego League, Science Olympiad, and Science Fair! 

If you are interested in getting your kids involved in academic competition activities, please fill the 2023-2024 Academic Competition Interest Survey (https://forms.gle/v4UbkusUgMBEbBGFA). You have no obligation to participate- this is to gauge interest!

The Academic Competition Parent Information Meeting will be through Zoom on Thursday Sept. 7, at 7pm.

Please use this zoom link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84646443681?pwd=eS9hR2ZVNlBrQi8vWmh4UVE3aXAvUT09 Meeting ID: 846 4644 3681 Passcode: 911262

We look forward to an exciting year at Mantua! For more information, please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions.

Enrichment Program Help Needed - Paid Position!

Mantua PTA in partnership with Baroody Camps, is in need of an on-site after school Enrichment coordinator. The on-site coordinator will work with the Enrichment chair to ensure after school programs run smoothly.

The shift is Monday through Thursday from 3:45PM until about 5:20PM. Baroody camps pays $37.50 per shift (paid bi-weekly) plus one free class! Days can be split between two people, but both must apply together.

For more information please contact [email protected].

Fall Enrichment Classes

Fall Enrichment registration is almost here!

Mantua PTA has partnered with Baroody Camps to offer a selection of art, STEM, sports and other fun classes! See the flyer below for our Fall schedule, which includes a link for Fall registration, which will go live September 12th!

Fall Enrichment Flyer

Support the Mantua PTA! Join the PTA!

Please visit our webpage at MantuaPTA.org or use this direct link to join:  https://mantuapta.memberhub.com/store 

Dues are $20 per family and get you discounts on PTA sponsored clubs.  Our dues fully support our free programs so that every penny of our fundraisers goes right back into the classrooms. 

Link your Harris Teeter VIC card to raise money for Mantua!

Raise money for Mantua by linking your VIC card or telling the cashier the Mantua school code, 4458. It's free, does not interfere with your own VIC card savings, & Mantua will receive a percentage! 

 We do need to relink each calendar year, so if you have participated in the past, you will need to relink this year! 

Click here to sign up today! https://tie.harristeeter.com/together-in-education 

And shop on Shutterfly to raise money for Mantua

The Mantua PTA has a custom online storefront where you can shop the extensive Shutterfly collection - for every purchase made, Shutterfly will donate 8% to the Mantua PTA.

Visit our Shutterfly Storefront at: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-100743826-15196320 

Please feel free to share this link with your friends, family and co-workers—the more orders we receive through our Storefront, the more our organization earns!

Join the Mantua ES PTA Facebook Page

Let’s get social! Don’t forget to join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook page! Not only is a great place to ask questions and connect with other families, we hope to keep it up to date with important events and dates throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/?ref=share

Mantua Spiritwear

Get ready for back to school with some Mantua Spiritwear!

http://www.mantuaspiritwear.com/

How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News

Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page and/or on MantuaPTA.org.

The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.

 

9107 Horner Court, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-645-6300

Attendance: 703-645-6363 | Web | PTA Web | Twitter

Submit an Announcement 

Mantua PTA News 2023 Issue 3

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August 22, 2023

Important Upcoming Dates

August 29 (Tuesday): Mantua Drama Club Interest Meeting, 8pm Zoom

August 30 (Wednesday): Pizza and Ice Cream Social, 5:30-7pm

September 1-4 (Friday-Monday): Labor Day Break, No School

September 8 (Friday ): PTA Meeting, 9:30am in person 

September 12 (Tuesday): Fall Enrichment registration starts

September 20 (Wednesday): Back to School Night, 6:00-8:00pm

 

Subscribe to the Mantua PTA calendar here!

Back to School Pizza & Ice Cream Social Mantua Drama Club Information Meeting

We are excited to announce that Mantua Drama Club will once again partner with Julie Johnston's iContact Coaching to create a theater experience for our 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students! We are thrilled that this year, we will be doing two musicals, Annie in the Fall and Aristocats in the Spring.  

We highly encourage parents of interested students to join the parent information meeting on August 29th at 8pm. We will go through the schedule of both the fall and spring shows, audition process, lottery, etc in great detail and have time to answer all questions.

 

 Please use this zoom link to join: https://zoom.us/j/95342798787 

Meeting ID: 953 4279 8787 

We look forward to an exciting year of Musical Theater at Mantua!

Fall Enrichment Classes

Fall Enrichment registration is almost here!

Mantua PTA has partnered with Baroody Camps to offer a selection of art, STEM, sports and other fun classes! See the flyer below for our Fall schedule, which includes a link for Fall registration, which will go live September 12th!

Fall Enrichment Flyer

Support the Mantua PTA! Join the PTA!

Please visit our webpage at MantuaPTA.org or use this direct link to join:  https://mantuapta.memberhub.com/store 

Dues are $20 per family and get you discounts on PTA sponsored clubs.  Our dues fully support our free programs so that every penny of our fundraisers goes right back into the classrooms. 

Join the Mantua ES PTA Facebook Page

Let’s get social! Don’t forget to join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook page! Not only is a great place to ask questions and connect with other families, we hope to keep it up to date with important events and dates throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/?ref=share

Mantua Spiritwear

Get ready for back to school with some Mantua Spiritwear!

http://www.mantuaspiritwear.com/

How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News

Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page and/or on MantuaPTA.org.

The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.

 

9107 Horner Court, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-645-6300

Attendance: 703-645-6363 | Web | PTA Web | Twitter

Submit an Announcement 

Mantua PTA News 2023 Issue 2

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August 15, 2023

Important Upcoming Dates

August 17 (Thursday): Mantua Open House, 12-3pm 

August 19 (Saturday): Popsicles with the Principal, 

August 21 (Monday): First Day of School! 

August 29 (Tuesday): Mantua Drama Club Interest Meeting, 8pm Zoom

August 30 (Wednesday): Pizza and Ice Cream Social, 5:30-7pm

September 1-4 (Friday-Monday): Labor Day Break, No School

September 8 (Friday ): PTA Meeting, 9:30am in person 

September 12 (Tuesday): Fall Enrichment registration starts

September 20 (Wednesday): Back to School Night, 6:00-8:00pm

Open House

Mantua is excited to announce and welcome you to our annual Open House on August 17, 2023!  This year, the format of Open House has changed.  We are welcoming families at specific times based Alphabetically by their last name, not by grade level as in previous years.

Rocky's Resource Fair is an (optional) time for families to come to further understand all of what Mantua has to offer, before meeting teachers and instructional staff

 

Last Names A-G

  • Rocky's Resource Fair 12:00-12:30, in the gym
  • Visit Classrooms from 12:30 - 1:00 PM

Last Names H-O

  • Rocky's Resource Fair 1:00-1:30, in the gym
  • Visit Classrooms from 1:30-2:00 PM

Last Names P-Z

  • Rocky's Resource Fair 2:00-2:30, in the gym
  • Visit Classrooms from 2:30-3:00 PM
Popsicles with the Principal and New Family Meet and Greet

Attention new Mantua families: Join for a playground meet & greet with Principal Linda Shannon! 

Saturday August 19, at 10am

Mantua Playground 

Back to School Pizza & Ice Cream Social Mantua Drama Club Information Meeting

We are excited to announce that Mantua Drama Club will once again partner with Julie Johnston's iContact to create a theater experience for our 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students! We are thrilled that this year, we will be doing two musicals, Annie in the Fall and Aristocats in the Spring.  

We highly encourage parents of interested students to join the parent information meeting on August 29th at 8pm. We will go through the schedule of both the fall and spring shows, audition process, lottery, etc in great detail and have time to answer all questions.

 

 Please use this zoom link to join: https://zoom.us/j/95342798787 Meeting ID: 953 4279 8787 

We look forward to an exciting year of Musical Theater at Mantua!

Fall Enrichment Classes

Fall Enrichment registration is almost here!

Mantua PTA has partnered with Baroody Camps to offer a selection of art, STEM, sports and other fun classes! See the flyer below for our Fall schedule, which includes a link for Fall registration, which will go live September 12th!

Fall Enrichment Flyer

Support the Mantua PTA! Join the PTA!

Please visit our webpage at MantuaPTA.org or use this direct link to join:  https://mantuapta.memberhub.com/store 

Dues are $20 per family and get you discounts on PTA sponsored clubs.  Our dues fully support our free programs so that every penny of our fundraisers goes right back into the classrooms. 

Join the Mantua ES PTA Facebook Page

Let’s get social! Don’t forget to join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook page! Not only is a great place to ask questions and connect with other families, we hope to keep it up to date with important events and dates throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/?ref=share

Mantua Spiritwear

Get ready for back to school with some Mantua Spiritwear!

http://www.mantuaspiritwear.com/

How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News

Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page and/or on MantuaPTA.org.

The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.

 

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August 8, 2023 | Back to School!

Important Upcoming Dates

August 17 (Thursday): Mantua Open House, 12-3pm 

August 19 (Saturday): Popsicles with the Principal, 

August 21 (Monday): First Day of School! 

August 30 (Wednesday): Pizza and Ice Cream Social, 5:30-7pm

September 1-4 (Friday-Monday): Labor Day Break, No School

September 8 (Friday ): PTA Meeting, 9:30am in person 

September 20 (Wednesday): Back to School Night, 6:30-8:30pm

Open House

Mantua is excited to announce and welcome you to our annual Open House on August 17, 2023!  This year, the format of Open House has changed.  We are welcoming families at specific times based Alphabetically by their last name, not by grade level as in previous years.

Rocky's Resource Fair is an (optional) time for families to come to further understand all of what Mantua has to offer, before meeting teachers and instructional staff

 

Last Names A-G

  • Rocky's Resource Fair 12:00-12:30, in the gym
  • Visit Classrooms from 12:30 - 1:00 PM

Last Names H-O

  • Rocky's Resource Fair 1:00-1:30, in the gym
  • Visit Classrooms from 1:30-2:00 PM

Last Names P-Z

  • Rocky's Resource Fair 2:00-2:30, in the gym
  • Visit Classrooms from 2:30-3:00 PM
Popsicles with the Principal and New Family Meet and Greet Back to School Pizza and Ice Cream Social Save the Date for the SPRING Book Fair!  Join the PTA!

Please visit our webpage at MantuaPTA.org.  Here is a direct link to join: https://mantuapta.memberhub.com/store 

Annual dues are $20 per family and get you discounts on PTA sponsored clubs.  Our dues fully support our free programs so that every penny of our fundraisers goes right back into the classrooms.  Follow us on Facebook to get the inside scoop on all our events and programs - https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/ - Can't wait to get started!

Mantua Spiritwear

Get ready for back to school with some Mantua Spiritwear!

http://www.mantuaspiritwear.com/

Join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook Page

Let’s get social! Don’t forget to join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook page! Not only is a great place to ask questions and connect with other families, we hope to keep it up to date with important events and dates throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/?ref=share

How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News

Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page and/or on MantuaPTA.org.

The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.

 

9107 Horner Court, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-645-6300

Attendance: 703-645-6363 | Web | PTA Web | Twitter

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Mantua PTA News 2023, Issue 38

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June 13, 2023 | Issue 38

Important Upcoming Dates

June 15  (Thursday): 6th Grade Promotion and Celebration

June 16 (Friday): Last Day of School, 2 Hour Early Release at 2:05pm

August 21 (Monday): First Day of the 23-24 School Year 

6th Grade Promotion Party - Volunteers Needed

Attention 6th Grade Parents!

Planning is underway for a super fun promotion party for our 6th graders on Thursday, June 15 from 1:00-3:30pm following the promotion ceremony. We will have a pizza lunch, games, photo booth, DJ, treats and so much more, but we need your help!

Please sign up to volunteer for one of the many areas on our signup genius here (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0f44adad2fa57-mantua#/). Please note: only parents that volunteer will be able to attend the party.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed by submitting the $25 fee for the party and t-shirt. If you haven't yet paid, please do so as soon as possible at this link (https://www.memberplanet.com/s/mantuaelementaryschoolpta/20236thgradeparty).

Thank you all for your support as our 6th graders say "Peace Out Mantua"!

Yearbook Distribution

Yearbooks will be distributed during the week of June 12-16.  If you’ve not yet ordered your yearbook, and you’d like one, please contact Ms. Easton at [email protected]. Yearbooks are $19 each. Payment will be made through the front office, but please confirm the availability with Ms. Easton before paying in the front office.

EduKit - Supply Kit Order

The Mantua Elementary PTA offers the EduKit program as a convenient option for busy families to order school supplies for the 2023/2024 year. EduKits include the supplies approved by our school.

Your student's order will be delivered to your home before school starts.

Order by July 1, 2023, for the best available pricing. Extended ordering is open for an additional fee from July 02 - July 14 and will be delivered to your home shortly before school begins.

The order forms are available here: https://www.edukitinc.com/schools/12021/Mantua%20Elementary 

Last Day of School

As a reminder, the last school day for the academic year 2022-2023 will be June 16.  This will also include a two-hour early release with dismissal at 2:05 PM. We encourage you to help your students finish strong with good attendance and diligent study habits in these last few weeks.

Mantua Summer Office Hours

Until August 14th, our Mantua office will be open during the summer from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Monday - Friday.  Please call the school office at 703-645-6300 if you need to unenroll and/or register a student for the 2023-24 school year.

Rising First Graders Playdate!

Summer Playdates for Rising First Graders

Saturday, July 15th 10am to lunchtime; Mantua Playground

Sunday, August 6th 10am to lunchtime; Mantua Playground

And join this class's Facebook group to keep up with event updates and additional playdates: https://www.facebook.com/groups/classof2035raccoons

Mantua Drama for 23-24 School Year

The Mantua Drama program was proud to have been able to put on productions of the Lion King and Little Mermaid this year, and we are excited to have another two incredible shows for the 2023 -24 school year directed by Julie Johnston! The Drama program is open to 4th, 5th and 6th graders. *Please note, we will go to a lottery for 4th and 5th graders if more people register than available spots. 6th graders will be given preference for all spots.

We are THRILLED to share that our fall show will be Annie and our spring show will be Disney's Aristocats. 

Please note the key dates below. Anyone who is participating in the drama program needs to be available for all rehearsals and TECH WEEK and the show weeks are mandatory. We felt it was important to share these dates now, as we know that these are incredibly busy times of year, so we want to give parents ample time to think about schedules and if it's something your kids want to commit to. 

Key Dates: 

  • Parent information meeting and registration: Week of August 28th 
  • Auditions for BOTH SHOWS: Week of September 5th (please plan for two nights) 
  • Fall Rehearsals: Start September 11th. Mondays and Wednesdays 4:05 - 5:30pm
  • Fall show TECH WEEK: November 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th 5:30 - 8:30 pm
  • Fall Shows: December 1st, December 2nd (two shows) 
  • Spring Rehearsals: Start February 5th, Mondays and Wednesdays 4:05 - 5:30pm 
  • Spring show TECH WEEK: April 29th, April 30th, May 1st, May 2nd 5:30 - 8:30pm 
  • Spring shows: May 3rd and May 4th (two shows)

*Please note, these dates are not 100% final and subject to change

We encourage your kids to watch these shows/movies if they aren't familiar! It's going to be a great year and Julie can't wait to work with your kids! 

We will have a parent information meeting (via zoom) before the August 28th registration date, so please be on the lookout!  For more information, please contact [email protected] 

Woodson Summer Camps!

Click on the links below for dates, pricing and registration details for each camp.  

-Girls Volleyball Camp

-Girls Basketball Camp

-Girls Field Hockey Camp

-Cheer and Dance Camp

-Boys Basketball Camp

-HS Baseball Prep and Little League Camp

Shop Shutterfly For Father's Day

Find the best gifts for dad that are as unique as they are memorable. Whether you’re shopping for your dad, step dad, grandpa, or another father figure, you can find the perfect gift for him for any occasion. With Shutterfly, you can create durable and heartfelt personalized gifts for dad that suit his one-of-a-kind personality. From sentimental photo prints and personalized phone cases to the perfect glass for his favorite brew, Shutterfly is your one-stop shop for a range of customizable Father's Day gift ideas for your amazing dad. 

The Mantua PTA has a custom online storefront where you can shop the extensive Shutterfly collection, and for every purchase made, Shutterfly will donate 8% to the Mantua PTA.

It’s easy to support us:

  1. Visit our Shutterfly Storefront at: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-100743826-15196320  (They recommend not altering the URL display, so that is why it looks a little weird!)
  2. Purchase thoughtful gifts and keepsakes for friends, family and yourself.
  3. That’s it! For every purchase made, 8% of the proceeds will go toward helping Mantua Elementary.

You can even use applicable Shutterfly discount codes to save on your entire order. Remember, you need to click through to Shutterfly using this unique code for us to receive the promotion.

Please feel free to share this link with your friends, family and co-workers—the more orders we receive through our Storefront, the more Mantua Elementary earns!

Passive Fundraising Opportunities 

Mantua proudly partners with Harris Teeter’s Together in Education program to help raise funds for our school. It’s easy and it’s FREE. Just link your VIC card and when you check out, Mantua will receive a percentage of your Harris Teer brand purchases credited back to our account. We do need to relink each calendar year, so if you have participated in the past, you will need to relink this year to continue earning rewards. You can also tell the cashier the Mantua school code, 4458, at check out. The program does not interfere with your VIC savings or cost you any money!

Click here to sign up today! https://tie.harristeeter.com/together-in-education

Rising Kindergarten Families

Families with rising kindergartners are invited to join a new Facebook group. It will share playdates and important information as these kids prepare to start kindergarten this fall!

Mantua Rising Kindergartners Fall 2023: https://www.facebook.com/groups/608671007455541

Join the PTA!

Join the PTA for the 2022-2023 year! Yearly dues are $20 per family and gets you discounts on some PTA sponsored clubs.  JOIN HERE: 

https://mantuapta.memberhub.com/store 

Your membership dues are very important. Your ongoing support has funded and sponsored projects throughout Mantua.

Some of these include: Weekly Newsletter, After School Enrichment, Basketball League, Kids Care Club, Library Resources, PTA Online Student Directory, New Computers and Programs, Teacher Education Parent Education Seminars, Drama Club, Wish Fund, Chat and Chew Book Club

Join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook Page

Let’s get social! Don’t forget to join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook page! Not only is a great place to ask questions and connect with other families, we hope to keep it up to date with important events and dates throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/?ref=share

How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News

Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page and/or on MantuaPTA.org.

The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.

 

9107 Horner Court, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-645-6300

Attendance: 703-645-6363 | Web | PTA Web | Twitter

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Mantua PTA News 2023, Issue 37

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June 6, 2023 | Issue 37

Important Upcoming Dates

June 8 (Thursday): PTA Volunteer Reception, 6pm, PTA Meeting, 7pm, Library

June 12 (Monday): Staff and Community Goodbye for Ms. Alley, 4:30-5:30pm

June 15  (Thursday): 6th Grade Promotion and Celebration

June 16 (Friday): Last Day of School, 2 Hour Early Release

6th Grade Promotion Party - Volunteers Needed

Attention 6th Grade Parents!

Planning is underway for a super fun promotion party for our 6th graders on Thursday, June 15 from 1:00-3:30pm following the promotion ceremony. We will have a pizza lunch, games, photo booth, DJ, treats and so much more, but we need your help!

Please sign up to volunteer for one of the many areas on our signup genius here (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0f44adad2fa57-mantua#/). Please note: only parents that volunteer will be able to attend the party.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed by submitting the $25 fee for the party and t-shirt. If you haven't yet paid, please do so as soon as possible at this link (https://www.memberplanet.com/s/mantuaelementaryschoolpta/20236thgradeparty).

Thank you all for your support as our 6th graders say "Peace Out Mantua"!

Mantua Field Days June 6th and 7th

We are happy to announce: Field Days are back! 

This is a fun, half-day event with 16 active stations where your student may participate.  To make this a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, we want to give parents a few reminders:

*Students should wear sneakers.  Crocs, Flip-flops, and sandals are NOT allowed.

*Please plan for sunscreen and/or a hat.

*Students must wear school-appropriate clothing.  Bathing suits are not permitted unless worn under a T-shirt and shorts. 

*Please bring a change of dry clothes and a towel for after the event.  

*Parent Volunteers - Parents who have signed up with your classroom teacher to serve as a volunteer, please report to the gym at 9:15 AM or 12:45 PM. 

Field Day Student Schedule 

June 6th 9:30-11:30  5th and 6th grade

June 6th 1:00-3:00    3rd and 4th grade

June 7th 9:30-11:30   K-2nd grades 

Yearbooks

There are a limited number of extra yearbooks available for purchase. If you would like to reserve one of these yearbooks (first come, first served), please email Kate Easton at [email protected]. Students will receive their yearbooks on the last day of school. Please wait to submit payment until Mrs. Easton has confirmed that a yearbook is available for you.

Music Intent Form for Rising 5th and 6th Graders

Music intent forms are due for rising 5th and 6th graders by Friday, June 9th. Every student should fill out a form, even if not attending Mantua next year. The link to the form is - https://forms.gle/aKDnaUttgo5iWNvGA. For questions about instrument selection, please email Kate Easton (strings) at [email protected] or Lynne Blacksten (band) at [email protected].

PTA Meeting and Volunteer Reception

The last PTA meeting of the year will be Thursday, June 8th at 7pm.  A Volunteer Reception will be held just before the meeting at 6:00pm. If you have been a Volunteer this year (room parent, Tuesday folder stuffer, art room helper, any PTA Program organizer, etc.), we would like to thank you!  We will also be saying goodbye to our current board members and voting in our new board members.  Please come and help us say thank you!! 

EduKit - Supply Kit Order

The Mantua Elementary PTA offers the EduKit program as a convenient option for busy families to order school supplies for the 2023/2024 year. EduKits include the supplies approved by our school.

Your student's order will be delivered to your home before school starts.

Order by July 1, 2023, for the best available pricing. Extended ordering is open for an additional fee from July 02 - July 14 and will be delivered to your home shortly before school begins.

The order forms are available here: https://www.edukitinc.com/schools/12021/Mantua%20Elementary 

Rising Kindergartner Playdate!

Please join us for the next rising kindergartner playdate! Meet at the Mantua ES playground on Sunday June 11 from 10-12.

https://www.facebook.com/events/s/june-playground-meet-up/787220172811036/

Rising First Graders Playdate!

Summer Playdates for Rising First Graders

Sunday, June 11th 10am to lunchtime

Eakin Park (Mantua Section), 8928 Glenbrook Rd, Note: not the Prosperity Ave part of Eakin Park, but the Glenbrook part closer to the school off of Barkley.

Saturday, July 15th 10am to lunchtime; location tbd

Sunday, August 6th 10am to lunchtime; location tbd

And join this class's Facebook group to keep up with event updates and additional playdates: https://www.facebook.com/groups/classof2035raccoons

Mantua Drama for 23-24 School Year

The Mantua Drama program was proud to have been able to put on productions of the Lion King and Little Mermaid this year, and we are excited to have another two incredible shows for the 2023 -24 school year directed by Julie Johnston! The Drama program is open to 4th, 5th and 6th graders. *Please note, we will go to a lottery for 4th and 5th graders if more people register than available spots. 6th graders will be given preference for all spots.

We are THRILLED to share that our fall show will be Annie and our spring show will be Disney's Aristocats. 

Please note the key dates below. Anyone who is participating in the drama program needs to be available for all rehearsals and TECH WEEK and the show weeks are mandatory. We felt it was important to share these dates now, as we know that these are incredibly busy times of year, so we want to give parents ample time to think about schedules and if it's something your kids want to commit to. 

Key Dates: 

  • Parent information meeting and registration: Week of August 28th 
  • Auditions for BOTH SHOWS: Week of September 5th (please plan for two nights) 
  • Fall Rehearsals: Start September 11th. Mondays and Wednesdays 4:05 - 5:30pm
  • Fall show TECH WEEK: November 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th 5:30 - 8:30 pm
  • Fall Shows: December 1st, December 2nd (two shows) 
  • Spring Rehearsals: Start February 5th, Mondays and Wednesdays 4:05 - 5:30pm 
  • Spring show TECH WEEK: April 29th, April 30th, May 1st, May 2nd 5:30 - 8:30pm 
  • Spring shows: May 3rd and May 4th (two shows)

*Please note, these dates are not 100% final and subject to change

We encourage your kids to watch these shows/movies if they aren't familiar! It's going to be a great year and Julie can't wait to work with your kids! 

We will have a parent information meeting (via zoom) before the August 28th registration date, so please be on the lookout!  For more information, please contact [email protected] 

Woodson Summer Camps!

Click on the links below for dates, pricing and registration details for each camp.  

-Girls Volleyball Camp

-Girls Basketball Camp

-Girls Field Hockey Camp

-Cheer and Dance Camp

-Boys Basketball Camp

-HS Baseball Prep and Little League Camp

Shop Shutterfly For Father's Day

Find the best gifts for dad that are as unique as they are memorable. Whether you’re shopping for your dad, step dad, grandpa, or another father figure, you can find the perfect gift for him for any occasion. With Shutterfly, you can create durable and heartfelt personalized gifts for dad that suit his one-of-a-kind personality. From sentimental photo prints and personalized phone cases to the perfect glass for his favorite brew, Shutterfly is your one-stop shop for a range of customizable Father's Day gift ideas for your amazing dad. 

The Mantua PTA has a custom online storefront where you can shop the extensive Shutterfly collection, and for every purchase made, Shutterfly will donate 8% to the Mantua PTA.

It’s easy to support us:

  1. Visit our Shutterfly Storefront at: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-100743826-15196320  (They recommend not altering the URL display, so that is why it looks a little weird!)
  2. Purchase thoughtful gifts and keepsakes for friends, family and yourself.
  3. That’s it! For every purchase made, 8% of the proceeds will go toward helping Mantua Elementary.

You can even use applicable Shutterfly discount codes to save on your entire order. Remember, you need to click through to Shutterfly using this unique code for us to receive the promotion.

Please feel free to share this link with your friends, family and co-workers—the more orders we receive through our Storefront, the more Mantua Elementary earns!

Passive Fundraising Opportunities 

Mantua proudly partners with Harris Teeter’s Together in Education program to help raise funds for our school. It’s easy and it’s FREE. Just link your VIC card and when you check out, Mantua will receive a percentage of your Harris Teer brand purchases credited back to our account. We do need to relink each calendar year, so if you have participated in the past, you will need to relink this year to continue earning rewards. You can also tell the cashier the Mantua school code, 4458, at check out. The program does not interfere with your VIC savings or cost you any money!

Click here to sign up today! https://tie.harristeeter.com/together-in-education

Rising Kindergarten Families

Families with rising kindergartners are invited to join a new Facebook group. It will share playdates and important information as these kids prepare to start kindergarten this fall!

Mantua Rising Kindergartners Fall 2023: https://www.facebook.com/groups/608671007455541

Join the PTA!

Join the PTA for the 2022-2023 year! Yearly dues are $20 per family and gets you discounts on some PTA sponsored clubs.  JOIN HERE: 

https://mantuapta.memberhub.com/store 

Your membership dues are very important. Your ongoing support has funded and sponsored projects throughout Mantua.

Some of these include: Weekly Newsletter, After School Enrichment, Basketball League, Kids Care Club, Library Resources, PTA Online Student Directory, New Computers and Programs, Teacher Education Parent Education Seminars, Drama Club, Wish Fund, Chat and Chew Book Club

Join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook Page

Let’s get social! Don’t forget to join the Mantua Elementary PTA Facebook page! Not only is a great place to ask questions and connect with other families, we hope to keep it up to date with important events and dates throughout the year.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/?ref=share

How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News

Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page and/or on MantuaPTA.org.

The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.

 

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Attendance: 703-645-6363 | Web | PTA Web | Twitter

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