





Martha’s Table Collection
Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food. This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.
SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.
WHAT: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated here.
Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.
WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop and Bus Loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before the drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Art Fair
The Annual Wood Acres Art Fair will be on Wednesday, May 14, from 6:00pm-8:00pm in the gym and outside on the blacktop. Each student has chosen their favorite artwork to submit that will be framed and available to buy the night of the event for $23!
More information to buy online coming soon!!!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A9AE2BA6FB6-56551342-artfair#/
Questions?
Email Jennie Billman and Erica Burns, Art Fair Committee Chairs
*If your family could use assistance covering the cost, please contact our counselor, Andrea Solazzo, by email at andrea_c_solazzo@mcpsmd.org or by phone at 240-740-1120.




Martha’s Table Collection
Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food. This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.
SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.
WHAT: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated here.
Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.
WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop and Bus Loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before the drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Ledo's Dine Out to Donate
Our Ledo's Dine Out to Donate fundraiser is Wednesday, April 9th and Thursday, April 10th at Ledo Pizza River Road! A portion of the proceeds will support Wood Acres Elementary School
Order takeout online (at this link) and use the code FUNDRAISER or by phone (301-656-5336) or dine in at the restaurant, and Ledo's will generously donate 20% of the proceeds. Be sure to mention Wood Acres when ordering!
Don't feel like pizza? Ledo's has great salads, pastas and other entrees.
Check out the flyer here
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Ledo's Dine Out to Donate
Our Ledo's Dine Out to Donate fundraiser is Wednesday, April 9th and Thursday, April 10th at Ledo Pizza River Road! A portion of the proceeds will support Wood Acres Elementary School
Order takeout online (at this link) and use the code FUNDRAISER or by phone (301-656-5336) or dine in at the restaurant, and Ledo's will generously donate 20% of the proceeds. Be sure to mention Wood Acres when ordering!
Don't feel like pizza? Ledo's has great salads, pastas and other entrees.
Check out the flyer here
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International Night
The PTA’s bi-annual International Night is on April 4, 2025 from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. The event is one of the biggest of the year, you'll definitely want to be there!
WAES families have expressed interest in hosting the following countries: Afghanistan, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China, Cuba, India, Colombia, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, England, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Iran, Israel, Italy, Kosovo, Netherlands, Mexico, Pakistan, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Tunisia, Turkey, Uruguay, and Venezuela. The deadline to nominate new countries has passed, but if you want to join in on the fun with one of these countries, please drop the organizers a note.
The event will be 5:30pm - 8:00pm where students can “travel” to 28 countries with their WAES Passports to learn about culture, geography and traditions where families host a the room/country and decide what to share - it could be it food, goodies, handouts, stickers, trivia, dancing or performance.
The International Food Hall will have samples of food or treats from their country so that students and families can try cuisine from around the world. It will be open from 6:30 - 7:00 for grades K-2 and 7:00 - 7:30 for grades 3-5. (Note that families with children in both of these age ranges can attend at either time).
Families may want to bring a small reusable tote bag for goodies and water bottles for their students, although recyclable bottles will be sold in the Food Hall.
Don’t hesitate to reach out with questions. Email Jackie Tront, Alice Walker & Katie Lariviere, International Night Committee Chairs.



Martha’s Table Collection
Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food. This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.
SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.
WHAT: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated here.
Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.
WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop and Bus Loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before the drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Wizard of Oz
The 20th Production of
The Wizard of Oz
Starring Wood Acres' own 4th graders and directed by Mrs. McNeil
SHOWTIMES:
Thursday, March 6th - Emerald Cast - 7:00 pm
Friday, March 7th - Ruby Cast - 7:00 pm
Saturday, March 8th - Emerald Cast - 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 9th - Ruby Cast - 2:30 pm



Martha’s Table Collection
Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food. This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.
SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.
WHAT: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated here.
Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.
WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop and Bus Loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before the drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Science Fair
The 2025 Science Fair is on Wednesday, February 5th, from 5:30 to 7:00pm in the Wood Acres cafeteria.
Register here if you haven't signed up already! We will be handing out free, tri-fold boards to display the projects at pickup on Friday, January 24 and Friday, January 31.
Contact Annie Weissman or Sarah Skancke, PTA Science Fair Committee Chairs, if you have any questions.

Scholastic Book Fair
Scholastic Book Fair February 3 – February 7
Get ready! Wood Acres Elementary School’s Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way (YAY!) Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them to become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers. AND—as always—every book they buy earns rewards for our school.
Here’s what you need to know about the Fair, which will take place from February 3 - February 7 in our Media Center.
You can use cash or parents can set up an eWallet—your child’s digital payment account. Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy. Note: Leftover, unused funds can be used at Scholastic.com or rolled over to a future Book Fair.
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Your online orders will also benefit our school.
Start exploring together on our school's Book Fair homepage HERE.
Volunteers are needed during and after school hours. Sign up HERE to volunteer.
Questions? Email Lyndsay Danino or Jessica Lowy, PTA Scholastic Book Fair Committee Chairs.




Martha’s Table Collection
Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food. This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.
SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.
WHAT: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated here.
Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.
WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop and Bus Loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before the drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).



Holiday Gift Drive Ends
We are excited to kick off another year of the Holiday Gift Drive to support our sister schools, New Hampshire Estates ES, Oak View ES, and Eastern MS. Please help us fulfill the holiday wishes of a child from these communities in need by signing up at this link to contribute a gift.

Martha’s Table Collection
Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food. This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.
SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.
WHAT: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated here.
Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.
WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop and Bus Loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before the drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).






Thanksgiving Food Drive
Beginning Monday 11/18 and continuing through Friday 11/22, the PTA will be collecting non-perishable foods to donate to Bread for the City as they help nourish DC residents living with low income this holiday season. A list of suggested food donations is below.
The PTA will also be collecting $25 Safeway/ Giant gift cards during this time to help out local families and families at our sister schools.
Food drive collection bins will be in the kiss and go loop during morning drop off.
-canned or dry beans
-peanut/ other nut butters
-rolled oats
-canned fruit in juice (not syrup)
-low/no sodium canned vegetables
-low-sodium soups, broth or stock
-canned tuna or chicken in water
-brown rice
-quinoa
-unsalted nuts and seeds
-shelf stable milk and milk substitutes
-whole grain pasta
-low-sodium pasta sauce
-popcorn kernels (not microwave popcorn)
-canned stews
-unsweetened applesauce
-whole grain, low-sugar cold cereals
-olive or canola oil
-canned tomatoes
-dried fruits, no sugar added
-honey
Thank you for your generosity and support!

Bingo Night - Grades PEP-2
Note: This is not a drop-off event. EVERY STUDENT must have a parent or point of contact for the entire evening.
Please contact amybrendler@gmail.com with any questions. Siblings welcome!

Martha’s Table Collection
Wood Acres PTA proudly supports Martha’s Table and the hundreds of our D.C. neighbors it serves daily who are experiencing hunger or homelessness by increasing access to healthy food. This is an easy and impactful way for kids to directly help their community on a regular basis.
SHARE: A short video you can watch with your children to learn about Martha’s Table.
WHAT: canned goods (tuna, beans, vegetables, fruit), whole grain crackers, low sugar cereal or rolled oats, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, breakfast bars, peanut butter, nuts, dried fruit, coffee and tea. Learn more about Martha's Table and find out what non-perishable items can be donated here.
Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.
WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop and Bus Loop entrances during morning drop off, 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before the drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).