The Wood Acres Science Fair is going virtual this year! Join us on March 11 for a great evening of science fun.
All grades are welcome! All projects are welcome! There is no project too small for the science fair.
Kids can also record a video sharing a favorite science topic instead of presenting a science project.
Please use this link to register for the science fair. The deadline to register and submit videos is March 1st. A separate link to submit videos will be shared..
Read MoreVirtual Dance Party: THIS Thursday, Feb 11, 7pm: Get ready to dance the night away with fun songs, entertainment, and games!
Read MoreOn Tuesday, January 12 all day: Gregorio's Trattoria, at their new Bethesda location, will give all Wood Acres Elementary School families 15% off their order. Make sure you say "Wood Acres Elementary School" when you place your order.
Read MoreVirtual Book Fair: Tuesday, January 12, 6:30PM
#1 New York Times bestselling author Kate Andersen Brower (also a WAES parent!) shares a special inside look into the most famous home in America—and the lives of hardworking staff members and first ladies who’ve maintained it in her newest children's book, Exploring the White House: Inside America's Most Famous Home.
The Martha's Table "First Monday" Food Collection returns this coming Monday, October 5th (8am-5pm). We're excited to continue our Wood Acres tradition of supporting those in our community who rely on Martha's Table for food, with a few modifications for health and safety.
Read MoreJust a reminder that Wildcat Wonder, the special ice cream flavor made in honor of Wood Acres students, is now available at Sarah's Handmade!
Read MoreDon’t forget this week is your student’s virtual back to school night.
Wednesday, September 16th: K-2
Thursday, September 17th: 3-5
Time: 7:00pm
How: Use your child’s classroom zoom link to attend.
Read MoreWe will conduct a virtual Wood Acres General Membership meeting through Zoom on Tuesday, June 2nd at 7:00pm. At this virtual Zoom meeting, we will have two items of business to vote on:
2020-2021 slate for PTA Board of Directors
2020-2021 PTA proposed budget (attached)
We are sorry to announce that this year's Jogfest is canceled. We encourage everyone to go outside (remembering to maintain proper social distancing guidelines!) and exercise with their families.
Read MoreNew Hampshire Estates/Oak View Elementary Schools have cancelled their annual Book Fair and their PTA has requested Wood Acres families provide financial support to Manna Food Center, upon whom many of their families rely.
Read MoreThis astronomical wonder only comes around every 2 years, and in our opinion, it's THE biennial space event in town.
THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 13 6:30pm - 8:30pm! See you at Wood Acres Elementary!
Read MoreSave the date for the 29th Annual Wood Acres Jogfest on Saturday May 9, 2020 at 8am at Wood Acres Park.
In the meantime…
We are looking for sponsors! We have several levels of sponsorship, including having your name on the school's sign your name and logo on the back of the famous Wood Acres Jogfest T shirt!
If you are interested in sponsoring this amazing community event, or have other questions, please email woodacresjogfest@gmail.com.
Read MoreBring the whole family to celebrate winter and the Wood Acres community with a fun evening of skating and music. Skate rentals are available and no skating experience is necessary.
Read MoreIn preparation for the December 6th Book Fair (details below!), please donate any new or GENTLY used books during morning drop-off this week. We will be collecting books Monday, 11/18 through Friday 11/22.
Read MoreThe PTA's Warm Clothing Drive to benefit our sister schools will be held October 14 – 18 this year.
Please start setting aside the following items:
· New or gently used children's coats, hats, mittens/gloves, sweaters, scarves, and snow boots -- all children's sizes from infant on up.
· New or gently used easy-to-pull-on pants and shirts in small sizes for the health room and for children in the Pre-K program.
· New or gently used adult coats.