Monday, September 1, 2025

WAES Parents! Join us for Back to School Night on Thursday, September 4th! There will be two sessions. Session one is from 6:30pm-7:05pm. A transition period will be held from 7:05pm - 7:10pm where parents may visit specialists or walk over to another classroom for session two if another child attends Wood Acres Elementary or to learn more from our school specialists. Session two will commence from 7:10pm to 7:40pm.

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: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!

Grab a picnic blanket & celebrate the new school year at Wood Acres on Friday, September 12th from 5:30-7:30 PM. On the blacktop behind the school, we will have music, arts & crafts, fun games led by Flag Star Football, and a photo booth!

Food trucks have been invited to dish out dinner and dessert while you and your family catch up with old friends and meet new ones.

Important Reminders:

○ This is not a drop-off event and is intended for the whole family to enjoy!

○ Parents are expected to supervise their children during PTA events, and are responsible for their kids’ behavior. Students are expected to follow school rules while in the building and on school property even after hours.

○ Please do not park in parking spots reserved for staff. They may return to attend the event.

○ Alcohol is prohibited at MCPS schools and Montgomery County Parks.

○ Please leave all pets at home for their safety.

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: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!

Join us Wednesday morning, October 8th (8:30-9:00am) to celebrate the Annual Walk and Bike to School Day outside the main entrance at WAES!

All Wood Acres families are encouraged to walk or bike school with their kids, friends, and family.  There will be music and stickers for everyone upon arrival at WAES before school starts. Please arrive early! 

We’ll share fun facts about the importance of walking and biking safely and the benefits of staying active.  So, lace up your sneakers and join us for a fun-filled morning! 

In the interest of safety, the kiss & go loop will be closed that morning.

Look forward to seeing you all there!  

Our Ledo's Dine Out to Donate fundraiser is Wednesday, October 8th and Thursday, October 9th 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.

Our Ledo's Dine Out to Donate fundraiser is Wednesday, October 8th and Thursday, October 9th 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.

3rd-5th Grade Wildcats! The WAES Dance Party will take place Friday, October 24th from 5:30-7:30 PM inside the Wood Acres Elementary School Gymnasium, and we are GLOWING it up! Get ready to dance with friends in your brightest colors! Our DJ will be playing today’s hits while students glow crazy with our PTA-provided glow swag! This is an event you DON'T want to miss!  

Each child MUST have an adult point person ~ so groups are highly encouraged! 

Please Note: We understand friends that do not attend Wood Acres may want to join in the fun but the dance is for WAES students only! 

The PTA will be collecting extra Halloween candy during morning arrival at the school entrances on November 4th. Donations will go to local organizations. Thank you!

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: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!

Note: This is not a drop-off event. EVERY STUDENT must have a parent or point of contact for the entire evening. Siblings welcome!

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: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!

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: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!

The 2026 Science Fair is taking place on Wednesday, February 4th, from 5:30 to 7:00pm in the Wood Acres gym.

Students can work solo or in groups!

No idea is too small—all you have to do is ask a question, make a prediction, and test it.

We're looking forward to seeing the exciting experiments your kids come up with! If they could use additional inspiration, the links below have some great ideas for projects:

https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/learn/activities/science-fair-project/

https://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/science-projects

https://www.education.com/science-fair

Important Guidelines:

Do not bring anything flammable or liquid into the gym. Also, no food, allergens, or anything potentially messy. However, you are more than welcome to include these aspects in your experiment! Just do so *at home* and document in your poster with images and words (or even video!).

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: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!

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: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!

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: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!

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: 

• Nut-free trail mix (for example, chex mix, granola, dried fruit, goldfish, low-sugar cereal)

• Meat and cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread (no condiments)

• Sunflower butter and jelly sandwiches (no peanut butter)

• Dry/canned goods (for example, canned vegetables, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cans or pouches of chicken/tuna, low-sugar cereal, black beans, white or brown rice

·     Reminders: Please have your items in a grocery bag.  

WHEN & WHERE: Drop off bins will be placed by the Kiss-n-Go loop entrances from 8:00-9:15 a.m. Alternatively, you can drop off your donations Thursday evening before drop off dates at the Committee Chair’s residence (see PTA newsletter for address).

Thank you, Wood Acres!